Jewish 411 2018

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Official Jewish Business and Organization Directory of Southern California

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INTRODUCTION.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 PERFORMING ARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 RECIPE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 JEWISH HOLIDAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 ADVERTISER’S INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 REGIONAL LISTINGS

Orange County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Orange County Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Orange County Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . 24 Orange County Restaurants. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Orange County Day Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Orange County Lifecycle Resources. . . . . . 37 8 | THE JEWISH 411

Orange County Synagogues . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Palm Springs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Palm Springs Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 50 Palm Springs Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Palm Springs Day Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Palm Springs Lifecycle Resources. . . . . . . . 54 Palm Springs Restaurants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Palm Springs Synagagues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 San Diego. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 San Diego Spotlights . . . . . . . . . . . 64, 65, 80 San Diego Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 San Diego Restaurants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 San Diego Day Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 San Diego Lifecycle Resources. . . . . . . . . . 74 San Diego Synagogues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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Welcome!

The Jewish 411, Southern California’s annual Jewish business directory, is your source for information about everything from kosher bakeries to synagogues and day schools. Covering Orange County, San Diego County, Palm Springs and surrounding desert areas, you’ll find color-coded sections to help you navigate to your region of choice.

As usual, there is also a list of performance art venues in each region, and an advertiser’s index at the back of the book to help you flip quickly to the business of your choice.

For stories and information about Jewish events, organizations and people all year round, subscribe to the San Diego Jewish Journal at sdjewishjournal.com, or Orange County JLife at ocjlife.com.

We hope this booklet provides useful information throughout the year, and we look forward to hearing from you with questions, comments, and story ideas.

L’Shalom, Mark Edelstein • Publisher Dr. Mark Moss • Publisher Brie Stimson • Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Bull • Assistant Editor Derek Berghaus • Creative Director Jonathan Ableson • Senior Account Exec.

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“Around the World in 80 Days” at the NCR: L-R Omri Schein, Richard Baird & Loren Lester

PERFORMANCE ARTS VENUES

from San Diego to Orange County and out to the Desert Communities ArtPower through University of California San Diego (858) 534-TIXS artpower.ucsd.edu Balboa Theatre 868 Fourth Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 570-1100 sandiegotheatres.org Belly Up Tavern 143 S Cedros Ave. Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 481-8140 bellyup.com Broadway San Diego 3666 Fourth Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 564-3000 broadwaysd.com California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 North Escondido Blvd.

Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 839-4138 artcenter.org

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CYT — Christian Youth Theatre 1545 Pioneer Way El Cajon, CA 92020 (619) 588-0206 cytsandiego.org City Ballet at Spreckels Theatre 121 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 (858) 272-8663 cityballet.org Civic Theatre 1100 Third Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 570-1100 sandiegotheatres.org CYC — California Youth Conservatory 3734 43rd St., Unit 1 San Diego, CA 92105 (619) 994-7574 cyctheatre.com Cygnet Theatre At the Old Town Theatre 4040 Twiggs St. San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 337-1525 cygnettheatre.com

PERFORMING ARTS THE JEWISH 411 Coronado Playhouse 1835 Strand Way Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 435-4856 coronadoplayhouse.com

Malashock Dance 2650 Truxtun Road, Suite 202 San Diego, CA 92106 (619) 260-1622 malashockdance.org

Diversionary Theatre 4545 Park Blvd., Suite 101 San Diego, CA 92116 (619) 220-0097 diversionary.org

Moonlight Stage Productions at the Moonlight Amphitheatre 1200 Vale Terrace Drive Vista, CA 92084 At the AVO Playhouse 303 Main St. Vista, CA 92084 (760) 639-6199 moonlightstage.com

Horton Grand Theatre 444 Fourth Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (760) 295-7541 sdmt.org Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay 2241 Shelter Island Dr. San Diego, CA 92106 (619) 224-3577 humphreysconcerts.com Ion Theatre Company 3704 Sixth Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 600-5020 iontheatre.com J*Company At the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center 4126 Executive Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 362-1348 sdcjc.org/jc La Jolla Playhouse 2910 La Jolla Village Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 550-1010 lajollaplayhouse.org Lamb’s Players Theatre 1142 Orange Ave. Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 437-6000 lambsplayers.org Lyceum Theatre 79 Horton Plaza San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 544-1000 lyceumevents.org

MOXIE Theatre 6663 El Cajon Blvd.

San Diego CA 92115 (858) 598-7620 moxietheatre.com New Village Arts 2787 State St., Suite B Carlsbad, CA 92008 (760) 433-3245 newvillagearts.org North Coast Repertory Theatre 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 481-1055 northcoastrep.org The Observatory North Park 2891 University Ave., Suite 1 San Diego, CA 92104 (619) 239-8836 observatorynp.com The Old Globe 1363 Old Globe Way San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 234-5623 theoldglobe.org Poway OnStage 15498 Espola Road Poway, CA 92064 858-668-4798 powayonstage.org San Diego Civic Youth Ballet 1650 El Prado, Suite 209 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 233-3060 sdcyb.org

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THE JEWISH 411 PERFORMING ARTS San Diego Dance Theater 2650 Truxtun Rd., Suite 108 San Diego, CA 92106 (619) 225-1803 sandiegodancetheater.org San Diego Junior Theatre 1650 El Prado, Suite 208 Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 239-1311 juniortheatre.com San Diego Opera at the Civic Theatre 1100 Third Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 533-7000 sdopera.com San Diego Repertory Theatre at the Lyceum Theatre 79 Horton Plaza San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 544-1000 sdrep.org San Diego Symphony at Jacobs Music Center 1245 Seventh Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 235-0804 sandiegosymphony.org San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory 1650 El Prado, Suite 207A Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 233-3232 sdys.org Spreckels Theatre 121 Broadway, Suite 600 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 235-9500 spreckels.net Spreckels Organ Society at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park 1549 El Prado, Suite 10 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 702-8138 spreckelsorgan.org

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Vantage Theatre 930 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 940-6813 Welk Theatre San Diego 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive Escondido, CA 92026 (888) 802-7469 welkresorts.com/san-diego-theatre

ORANGE COUNTY Cabrillo Playhouse 202 Avenida Cabrillo San Clemente, CA 92672 (949) 492-0465 cabrilloplayhouse.org Camino Real Playhouse 31776 El Camino Real San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (949) 489-8082 caminorealplayhouse.org Chance Theater 5552 E. La Palma Ave. Anaheim, CA 92807 (888)-455-4212 chancetheater.com Claire Trevor School of Arts At UC Irvine 4002 Mesa Road Irvine, CA 92697 (949) 824-2787 www.arts.uci.edu Costa Mesa Civic Playhouse 661 Hamilton St. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 (949) 650-5269 costamesaplayhouse.com Curtis Theater 1 Civic Center Circle Brea, CA 92821 (714) 990-7722 curtistheatre.com The Gourmet Detective at the Balboa Inn 3100 Irvine Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 423-5311 gourmetdetective.com

PERFORMING ARTS THE JEWISH 411 Irvine Barclay Theatre and Cheng Hall 4242 Campus Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 854-4646 thebarclay.org

Newport Theatre Arts Center 2501 Cliff Drive Newport Beach, CA 92663 (949) 631-0288 ntaconline.com

Laguna Playhouse 606 Laguna Canyon Road Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 497-2787 lagunaplayhouse.com

Rose Center Theater 14140 All American Way Westminster, CA 92683 (714) 793-1150 rosecentertheater.com

The Muckenthaler Cultural Center 1201 W. Malvern Ave. Fullerton, CA 92833 (714) 738-6595 themuck.org

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 556-2787 scfta.org

Musical Theatre Village 36 Mauchly Irvine, CA 92618 (949) 753-1996 musicaltheatrevillage.net

South Coast Repertory 655 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 708-5555 scr.org

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North Coast Repertory Theatre

Kate Abbruzzese, Matt Schwader, Helen Carey, Christian Conn, and Helen Cespedes Solana Beach, | (858) 481-1055 | NorthCoastRep.org “TheCA Importance of Being Earnest� at the Old Gobe.

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PALM SPRINGS Annenberg Theater At the Palm Springs Art Museum 101 N. Museum Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 325-4490 psmuseum.org/annenberg-theater Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre 69930 California 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 296-2966 cvrep.org

McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts 73000 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 340-2787 mccallumtheatre.com Palm Canyon Theatre 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 323-5123 palmcanyontheatre.org

Photo Courtecy of The Old Globe Theater

Indian Wells Theater at Cal State San Bernardino, Palm Desert campus 37500 Cook St. Palm Desert, CA 92211 (760) 341-6909 pdc.csusb.edu/theater-events

Kate Abbruzzese, Matt Schwader, Helen Carey, Christian Conn, and Helen Cespedes “The Importance of Being Earnest” at the Old Gobe.

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

Bubbe & Zayde’s Place

BY BONNIE CURKIN

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aving worked with and studied the elderly population for the past 30 years and having created a look into the future approach 20 years ago – one word that comes to mind is DECISIONS. Throughout our lives we are constantly making decisions. What school do I attend?

What job do I accept? Do I marry this person?

Where will we live? How do we raise our children? Is it time to downsize? Is it time to retire?

Just when you think you can relax and take a breath, another decision awaits. A parent or other elderly family member needs help. Most often the adult child (many of whom are seniors themselves), still want the parent to de-

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cide upon when and where to move. In many instances this is too much stress to place upon our parent. There comes a time when the decision making process must be ceded to the next generation. It is difficult enough making decisions and changes for ourselves, let alone another person. Especially one we love and want the best for, especially a parent. It is natural to want a parent to continue to tell us what to do.

After all, they made the decisions for much of our lifetime. However, age, forgetfulness and illness changes all that. The tide has changed.

In lieu of making a decision to change their lifestyle we sometimes leave that parent in a living situation no longer suitable. Their own

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I envisioned a place where the elderly could help in the kitchen and in the garden, a place where they may help open mail, play with children, hold a dog, join in conversations and activities. I imagined a place our elderly could continue to be productive. Based on these parameters Bubbe & Zayde’s Place was created.

Throughout life we must be proactive.

There is also a time to be proactive for our parents as well. Be prepared for the next stage in their life and seek out places before you may need that help.

The same way our parents once lovingly made decisions for us is hopefully the way we will help make decisions for them. “L’ Dor V’ Dor” “Generation to Generation” A

home, apartment, a large assisted living community, – all serve a wonderful need – but at a particular time in their life. We sometimes leave the elderly in a living environment too long so as not to rock the boat. We wait until something happens, and there is no choice but to make a new decision. Many families are filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and who will be the sibling to make the final decision. Different needs require different decisions.

Twenty years ago I had a vision of a place where the elderly could thrive and live each day until their last – a place small enough to provide extra care and attention, yet large enough to walk the secure grounds with the help of caregivers – a place where children were present much of the time, where small dogs ran in and out, birds chirped their songs and rabbits ran. I envisioned walkways between homes with fruit trees residents could

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Orange County Jewish Organization AFMDA — American Friends of Magen David Adom, Western region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 650 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 655-4655 afmda.org

AMERICAN ASSOCIATES OF BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY, SOUTHWEST REGION

1880 Century Park East., Suite 612 Los Angeles, CA 90067 (310) 552-3300 aabgu.org American Israel Public Affairs Committee, Southern California Region P.O. Box 351389 Los Angeles, CA 90035 (323) 937-1184 aipac.org American Friends of Hebrew University, Orange County, San Diego and the Desert Office 18340 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite 107, Box 233 Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (949) 407-6547 afhu.org American Friends of Tel Aviv University, Western region 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1110 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 553-5232 aftau.org American Jewish Committee 18881 Von Karman Ave. Suite 1170 Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 660-8525 ajc.org 24 | THE JEWISH 411

AMIT 1122 South Robertson Blvd., #9 Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 859-4885 amitchildren.org Anti-Defamation League 1201 Dove St, Suite 550 Newport Beach, CA, 92660 (949) 679-3737 adl.org Consulate General of Israel, Los Angeles 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (323) 852-5500 israella.org Ezra Center at Temple Beth Emet 1770 West Cerritos Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804 (714) 776-1103 Friendship Circle 2240 University Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 721-9800 friendshipcircleoc.org Hadassah Southern California Long Beach/Orange County Amelia & Mark Taper Hadassah House 445 South Robertson Blvd.

Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (562) 430-5055 hadassah.org/southerncalifornia Hillel Foundation of Orange County 1 Federation Way, Suite 210 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3444 ochillel.org Israeli Scouts of Orange County/ Shevet Tapuz (949) 235-6050 shevettapuz.org

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Jewish Community Foundation of Orange County I Federation Way, Suite 210 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3490 jcfoc.org

Na’amat (International Movement of Zionist Women), Western area 16161 Ventura Blvd, Suite 101 Encino, CA 91436 (818) 995-4035 naamat.org

Jewish Federation and Family Services, Orange County 1 Federation Way, Suite 210 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3484 jewishorangecounty.org

Orange County Community Scholar Program 1006 Park Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92662 (949) 682-4040 occsp.org

Jewish National Fund, Orange County Regional Office 7120 Hayvenhurst Ave. Suite 200 Van Nuys, CA 91406 (323) 964-1400 jnf.org

Orange County Jewish Bar Association P.O. Box 6130 Newport Beach, CA 92658 (949) 440-6700, ext. 257 ocjba.org

Jewish Studies Program at University of California, Irvine 400 Krieger Hall Irvine, CA 92697 (949) 824-6521 humanities.uci.edu/jewishstudies

ORT America 6435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 303 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 966-0092

Merage Jewish Community Center 1 Federation Way, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3400 jccoc.org

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Temple Bat Yahm 1011 Camelback St. Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 644-1999 tby.org Temple Beth David 6100 Hefley St. Westminster, CA 92683 (714) 892-6623 templebethdavid.org Temple Beth El of South Orange County (offers both services and programs for both reform and conservative observances) 2A Liberty Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (949) 362-3999 tbesoc.org Temple Beth Ohr 15721 E. Rosecrans Ave. La Mirada, CA 90638 (714) 521-6765 tbolm.org Temple Beth Shalom 2625 N. Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 628-4600 tbsoc.com Temple Beth Tikvah 1600 N. Acacia Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831 (714) 871-3535 templebethtikvah.com Temple Israel of Long Beach 269 Loma Ave. Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 434-0996 tilb.org Temple Ner Tamid 10629 Lakewood Blvd.

Downey, CA 90241 (562) 861-9276 downeytemplenertamid.org

RECONSTRUCTIONIST University Synagogue 3400 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 553-3535 universitysynagogue.org

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Pacific Community of Cultural Jews 3277 Moritz Dr. Huntington Beach, CA 92649 (949) 592-0999 pacificomm@aol.com

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Beth Jacob Congregation of Irvine 3900 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 786-5230 bethjacobirvine.com

KABBALAH

Kabbalah Centre 1062 S. Robertson Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 657-5404 kabbalah.com

A Modern Congregation striving to meet the needs of families & bring the Jewish Community together.

Friday Night Services • Religious School • High Holy Day Services• Rock Shabbat • Adult Education • Sisterhood www.SurfCitySynagogue.org info@surfcitysynagogue.org (714) 596-2220 Affiliated with United Synagogue

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Sharing life’s moments with your friends, family, and loved ones is what makes life extraordinary. The Marconi team is here to bring your memories together to share a special experience. Our event coordinators will assist you with every detail to create a fabulous celebration.

Make your bat/bar mitzvah an event to remember and host it at the ONLY venue in Orange County, California, that’s dripping in adrenaline. Add a touch of style and class to the most important day of your life and book the Marconi Automotive Museum.

A portion of the net proceeds from events held at the museum are donated to atrisk children’s charities throughout Southern California. Your event literally helps us help children in need. Call a coordinator or visit our website for more information.

Auto Museum | Foundation for Kids | Event Venue www.marconimuseum.org | 714.258.3001

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We specialize in the designing and manufacturing of fine custom jewelry using cutting edge technology coupled with the age old tradition of hand craftsmanship.

We also specialize in ideal cut diamonds and our own custom cut diamonds.

We are a full service jewelry store were all work and repairs are done on the premises.

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Orange County Jewish Delis, Kosher Catering and Restaurants Blueberry Hill (562) 981-8300 blueberryhillcatering.net Café at the J 1 Federation Way, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3400 jccoc.org/about/café-at-the-j/ Got Kosher? Café: 8914 West Pico Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 858-1920 Catering: 1410 S. Livonia Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 858-3123 gotkosherinc.com Gourmet Caterers 2217 S. Grand Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92704 (949) 246-2071 gourmetcaterers.net

Solomon’s Bakery and Deli 23016 Del Lago Drive Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (949) 586-4718 solomonsbakery.com Starlite Caterers 15739 Ventura Blvd.

Encino, CA 91436 (818) 789-7588 starlitecaterers.com Sun Flour Natural Bakery 2950 Grace Lane Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 424-0176 sunflourbakery.net Z Catering 17290 Newhope Street, Suite A Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (888) 922-8371 zcater.com

Hotz Stuff Kosher Chef Services 4521 Campus Drive, Suite 269 Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 651-0866 Kosher Bite Deli and Meat Market 23595 Moulton Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (949) 770-1818 Kosher Gourmet Catering (866) 999-3287 kosher-caterer.com OC Kosher Market 688 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 838-3108 ockosher.com

n B’nai Israel Congregation Experience the depth, feel the joy!

Congregation B’nai Israel is a Conservative synagogue serving the diverse needs of Orange County. CBI merges education with celebration - offering a wide menu of Shabbat services, educational and social programming in Tustin and coastal locations.

2111 Bryan Avenue 7 Tustin, CA 92782 714.730.9693 7 cbi18@cbi18.org 7 www.cbi18.org CBI Child Development Center: 714.730.0860 2111 CBI Religious School: 714.730.5161

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Jewish Day Schools Hebrew Academy Orange County 14401 Willow Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 898-0051 hebrewacademyhb.com Tarbut V’Torah Community Day School Middle and Upper School Campus: 5 Federation Way Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 509-7866 Lower School Campus: 5200 Bonita Canyon Drive Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 509-9500 tarbut.com Irvine Hebrew Day School 2625 N. Tustin Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 (949) 478-6818 irvinehebrewday.org

Lifecycle Resources

ASSISTED LIVING Bubbe and Zayde’s Place 1534 East 21st Street Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 543-3939 bubbeandzaydesplace.com Heritage Pointe 27356 Bellogente Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (949) 364-9685 heritagepointe.org

BURIAL

South Coast Family Funeral Services 575 Anton Blvd. Suite 300 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (888) 607-0772 southcoastfunerals.com

CHAPLAINS

Rabbi Levi Blesofsky (714) 693-0770, ext. 102 rabbilevi@ocjewish.com For Orange County Jails Rabbi Lawrence P. Seidman and Chaplain Linda Seidman JFS: (949) 435-3460 rationalrabbi.com

HOSPICE CARE/BIKKUR CHOLIM

Jewish Federation and Family Services, Orange County 1 Federation Way, Suite 210 Irvine, CA 92603 (949) 435-3484 jewishorangecounty.org Vitas Innovative Hospice Care of Orange County 310 Commerce, Suite 100 Irvine, CA 92602 333 S. Anita Drive Orange, CA 92868 (844) 870-2554 vitas.com

ISRAEL CANCER RESEARCH FUND 15840 Ventura Blvd. #306 Encino, CA 91436 (818) 986-2100 icrfla.org

Mt. Olive Cemetery of Harbor Lawn Memorial Park 1625 Gisler Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 540-5554 harborlawn.com

JUDAICA STORES

Pacific View Memorial Park and Mortuary 3500 Pacific View Drive Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 (949) 644-2700 pacificview.us

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The Golden Dreidle 2626 Dupont Drive, Suite 40 Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 955-0900 goldendreidle.com

MIKVAOT Irvine Community Mikveh at Beth Jacob Congregation of Irvine 3900 Michelson Drive

THE JEWISH 411 Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 786-5230 Mikvah Chaya V’sarah Leah at Congregation Lubavitch 3847 Atlantic Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 (562) 427-1360 or (562) 254-1840 longbeachshul.com Orange County Mikvah at North County Chabad Center 19045 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 693-0188 ocjewish.com

MOHELS Rabbi Shalom Denbo 1491 Rexford Drive Los Angeles, CA 90035 westcoastmohel.com (310) 721-2149 rabbienbo@gmail.com Barry P. Duel, M.D. (314) 716-2176

drduel.com info@beritdoc.com Howard Frydman. M.D. 2625 W Alameda Ave Suite 404 Burbank, CA 91505, (818) 841-6055 Ilene Gelbaum, CNM 441 N. Lakeview Ave. Anaheim, CA 92807 (714) 279-4000 Rabbi Nachman Kreiman (323) 896-5098 expertmohel.com Fred R. Kogen, M.D. (800) 644-4479 ebris.com kogen@ebris.com Andrew Shpall, MD shpall@gmail.com (818) 719-2000

NEWBORN RESOURCES Shalom Baby jewishorangecounty.org shalombaby@jffs.org

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Jewish Synagogues CHABAD

Chabad of Aliso Viejo 23665 Moulton Parkway, Suite D Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (949) 244-7627 chabadofalisoviejo.com Chabad of Belmont Shore/ Shul by the Shore Office: 5855 E. Naples Plaza, Suite 315 Long Beach, CA 90803 Services and classes: Seaport Marina Hotel 6400 E. Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, CA 90803 (562) 621-9828 shulbytheshore.org Chabad of Irvine 5010 Barranca Pkwy.

Irvine, CA 92604 (949) 786-5000 chabadirvine.org Chabad of Laguna Beach 30804 S. Pacific Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949) 499-0770 chabadoflaguna.com Chabad of Laguna Niguel 27631 La Paz Road Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 (949) 831-7701 chabadlagunaniguel.com Chabad of Los Alamitos and Cypress 12340 Seal Beach Blvd., Suite B219 Seal Beach, CA 90740 (714) 828-1851 chabadlosal.com Congregation Lubavitch 3981 Atlantic Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 (562) 596-1681 longbeachshul.com Chabad of Mission Viejo 24041 Marguerite Pkwy.

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Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (949) 770-1270 chabadofmv.com Chabad of Newport Beach 2240 University Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 721-9800 jewishnewport.com Chabad of North Irvine 5410 Trabuco Rd., Suite 130 Irvine, CA 92620 (714) 868-6724 chabadni.com Chabad of Rancho Santa Margarita 38 Hemingway Ct, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679 (949) 264-6930 jewishrsm.com Chabad of San Clemente 1306 N. El Camino Real San Clemente, CA 92672 (949) 489-0723 jewishsc.com Chabad of South Huntington Beach 8511 Doremere Dr. Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714) 369-2847 chabadhb.com Chabad of Tustin 13112 Newport Ave., Suite H Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 508-2150 chabadtustin.com Chabad at UC Irvine 12 Oxford Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 280-8998 jewishuci.net Chabad of West Orange County/ Congregation Adat Israel 5052 Warner Ave. Huntington Beach, CA 92649 (714) 846-2285 chabadhb.com

THE JEWISH 411 North County Chabad Center — Congregation Beth Meir HaCohen 19045 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 693-0770 ocjewish.com

ORTHODOX

Beth Jacob Congregation of Irvine 3900 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 786-5230 bethjacobirvine.org Young Israel of Orange County 3415 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 300-8899 yioc.org

CONSERVATIVE

Congregation B’nai Israel 2111 Bryan Ave. Tustin, CA 92782 (714) 730-9693 cbi18.org Congregation K’hilat Horim 27356 Bellogente Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (949) 364-9685 Congregation Shalom, Leisure World P.O. Box 2901 Seal Beach, CA 90740 (562) 431-0113 Temple Beth El of South Orange County (offers both services and programs for both reform and conservative observances) 2A Liberty Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (949) 362-3999 tbesoc.org Temple Beth Emet 1770 W. Cerritos Ave. Anaheim, CA 92804 (714) 772-4720 tbe-oc.org

Temple Beth Shalom of Long Beach 3635 Elm Ave. Long Beach, CA 90807 (562) 426-6413 tbslb.org Temple Beth Shalom of Whittier 14564 Hawes St. Whittier, CA 90604 (562) 941-8744 bethshalomofwhittier.net Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach 2401 Irvine Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 548-6900 templeisaiahoc.com Surf City Synagogue/Temple Isaiah Livingstone Campus: 2987 Mesa Verde Drive East Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 596-2220 surfcitysynagogue.org Temple Judea 24512 Moulton Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (949) 830-0470 templejudealw.org

REFORM CONGREGATIONS Congregation B’nai Tzedek 9669 Talbert Ave. Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (714) 963-4611 cbtfv.org

Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot 3652 Michelson Drive Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 857-2226 shmtemple.org Reform Temple of Laguna Woods 24351 El Toro Rd, Laguna Woods, 92653 (949) 580-1160 lagunawoodsvillage.com

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

Merage JCC Orange County Maccabi 2018 Comes to Southern California

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his summer Orange County’s Merage Jewish Community Center will host the 2018 JCC Maccabi Games and the Alpert JCC in Long Beach will partner hosting the JCC ArtsFest. Held together August 5-10, 2018, the experience will be the largest annual Jewish youth event in the world.

A powerful and transforming experience for Jewish teens, the JCC Maccabi 2018 experience will be dramatic in their scale and unique in their ability to integrate sports and arts with Jewish identity and values, while strengthening bonds to Jewish heritage, community and Israel.

Dan Bernstein, Merage JCC President/ CEO is the first person to lead eight Maccabi Games: “Maccabi is life-changing for many, many Jewish teens. Connecting with so many

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Opening cheer at Merage JCC.

peers from throughout the world, puts Judaism and community into perspective. It is an experience kids do not forget.”

Meskie Taylor, a two-time Maccabi Games athlete, shares, “The Maccabi Games were amazing. In addition to the fun, the experience built pride, confidence and Jewish identity. It bonded me to Jews from my team, from around the U.S. and from faraway places I’ve never even heard of.”

Merage JCC expects 2,500 Jewish teenagers from all over United States and even teens from Canada, South America, Europe and Israel. The teams will join together in an array of sports, arts, Shabbat dinners and meals, Hang Time—informal fun such as Jewish trivia games and Israeli dance—JCC Cares service activities and evening social activities.

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Basketball team at Merage JCC.

The impact on thousands of Jewish teens – locally, nationally, and globally is invaluable. The memories will be cherished, by the artists, athletes and coaches, as well as their families and friends, for years to come. The sheer numbers of attendees, highlighting

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Palm Springs Film Festival

Gal Gadot, Israel’s Power Thespian

BY PAM PRICE, ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE FEBRUARY 2018 EDITION OF THE SAN DIEGO JEWISH JOURNAL

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al Gadot, well established now as Wonder Woman, swept into Palm Springs for the 29th Annual Palm Springs Film Festival (PSIFF) Awards Gala on January 2nd for her Red Carpet reception – followed by being honored with the Rising Star Award by Patty Jenkins, Wonder Woman’s director, who stirred the audience with her words of praise for this Israeli actress who knows no bounds.

Gal stands out and not just because she is 5 foot 10. She fit in perfectly with this year’s Festival from start to finish.

Harold Matzner, Chairman of the Board of the PSIFF proudly announced to more than 2,400 dinner guests that this year’s Festival would screen 180 films from 77 countries with 433 screenings. One of the three largest film festivals in North America, this year’s Gal Gadot with Harold Matzner, the Chairman of the Board for the 29th Annual Palm Springs attendance was more than 130,000.

International Film Festival.

This year’s Awards Gala Underwriters were Arlene Schnitzer, her son, Jordan Hotel in Palm Springs. The morning after the Schnitzer and Helene Galen.

Awards Gala, the intrepid director of “WonGadot was a big part of this year’s event. der Woman,” Patty Jenkins, was on the Red She was seen on January 3rd at Variety’s intiCarpet with Gal Gadot. Variety refers to this mate brunch held, once again, at The Parker

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Gal Gadot in “Wonder Woman”

mélange of “Ten Directors to Watch” as the Creative Impact Awards, which lauds director, writer and actor in kudos contention with its own honors.” Gadot clearly stole the show at this invitation-only event.

Born in Petah Tikva, Israel in 1985, Gadot grew up to be Miss Israel (2004) followed by two years as a soldier with the Israel Defense Forces, specializing in combat training.

The star truly wowed this year’s Festival audience. Mr. Matzner, Festival Chairman, said of this financially successful film, “Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman showed us a strong, capable, poised, compassionate character and her performance has been universally praised, resonating with audiences everywhere. She plays the immortal warrior so well and the themes are especially apt for today, empowering all types of people, men and women, young and

old, the world over.”

Wonder Woman was recently named one of the ten best movies of the year by the American Film Institute (AFI). Financially, Gadot’s award-winning performance has resulted in the film generating in excess of $1.4 billion, making her the highest grossing actress of 2017. “Gadot’s dive into the Wonder Woman character’s origins and her heroic fight for peace during the war to end all wars rivets audiences to the story of a woman with courage to accept her true destiny and inspire change in all those around her” was how she was described being the recipient of the Rising Star Award.

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A Year in the Life of the Lawrence Family JCC

2176 children were taught water safety with “Learn to Swim” lessons.

6350 classes offered

by Adult Jewish Education.

300 children ages 9 months to 5 years attended Neirman Preschool.

583 actors, artists, musicians and technical crew brought JCompany’s productions to life.

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with Lianne Goldsmith www.kitchenperiperi.com

I grew up in Harare, Zimbabwe, where I inherited my love of cooking from my mother, Vivi. I immigrated to America in 1989 with my mom’s handmade cookbook in hand and set about creating a family and enthusiastically feeding them and everyone else in the orbit of our home. In 2014, I started a small catering company called Kitchen Peri Peri, and have been fortunate to cook delicious meals for a growing clientele that includes Snapchat, Mayor Eric Garcetti and First Lady Amy Wakeland and the Los Angeles City Council.

My mother Viv’s kitchen was gastronomy central - a culinary sanctuary where she created mouthwatering delectables inspired by diverse cultures.

Here, she baked, braised and brought hearty conversations to all who passed through in search of a taste of what was to come. In my own kitchen I often find myself concocting recipes inspired by these childhood memories. It’s probably no surprise that many of mom’s unique meals remain favorites to this day; Huge butter beans braised for hours in thick fresh tomato sauce and herbs; rich marrow bone and beef soup; curried chutney fish balls to mention a few.

As we move through winter, I’ve chosen to share the recipe for a Yemenite Meat soup, one of my Husband Alon’s favorites.

Lianne can be found at: www.kitchenperiperi.com www.facebook.com www.instagram.com

YEMENITE MEAT SOUP INGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3-4 pounds organic beef shanks with marrow bones 1 large onion, peeled , diced 3 cloves garlic 5 large ripe tomatoes 3 tablespoons tomato paste 6 baby carrots 2 heaped tablespoons better than bouillon vegetable base.

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters 6 cups boiling water

YEMENITE HAWAYEJ SPICE BLEND: 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cardamom 1 tsp ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS: Heat the oil in a heavy based 6-quart soup pot Add beef shanks and braise till browned Add the spices, garlic, onions and stir for five minutes Add tomato paste and stir for five minutes Add the vegetable base to the boiling water, stir and add to the browned beef shanks Add baby carrots and chopped potatoes Cover the pot and simmer on a low flame for an hour Add salt to taste If you enjoy eating the bone marrow, toast thick chunks of fresh multigrain bread. Smear the marrow on the toast, sprinkle with salt and pepper and enjoy it with your Yemenite soup.

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Palm Springs Art Museum The Prince Of Prints, Jordan D. Schnitzer’s Andy Warhol Collection Debuts In Palm Springs Photos by Pat Krause

BY PAM PRICE

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ordan Schnitzer, a name well-known in Portland, Oregon, began collecting art under the guidance of his mother Arlene Schnitzer at the age of 14 and today is respected for his “sense of stewardship” in the specialized area of prints. Venues that have hosted exhibitions from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his Family Foundation span the globe, from the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Mass. to the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings,

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Montana. The Schnitzer exhibition and lending program continues to expand and will touch down at the Palm Springs Art Museum March 3 and stay through May 28, 2018, spanning the museum’s main floor gallery.

The exhibit consists of 250 pieces by Andy Warhol, including a selection of the artist’s most iconic works, such as Campbell Soup I and II (1968), Marilyn (1967) and Mao (1972), according to the Museum. Adding a layer of glamour to the exhibit is the

Images by Jordan D. Schnitzer Family Foundation.

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Andy Warhol’s exhibit March 3-May 28.

“Enter the World of Warhol,” not your typical Gala, a January event staged at the Palm Springs Convention Center, inviting guests to think 1960s, at least wardrobe-wise, from dressing as Andy to any lookalike or pop fashion fan portrayed in Warhol’s prints. The event, honoring Arlene Schnitzer and Jordan Schnitzer, represented a new direction in desert fundraising and entertainment.

The inspiring range of cultural and social philanthropy exhibited by the Schnitzer Foundation is far reaching in the Coachella Valley where mother and son, Arlene and Jordan made the desert a second home. Working behind the scenes, the Schnitzers were two of seven Major Awards Gala Underwriters of the 29th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival in January. Their commitment to desert philanthropy has had a truly positive impact on the arts. That reflects Jordan’s commitment; he explained this when he said, “For me waking up each day without art around me would be like waking up without

the sun.”

When you live with art around you your mind and soul are filled with the beauty of life and the creativity of the human spirit.”

Additionally, the Schnitzers’ deep commitment to Jewish philanthropy is equally exemplary in their hometown of Portland, Oregon, laying a blueprint for their cultural alliance to the desert. Their enthusiasm is a touchstone for Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley.

Andy Warhol: Prints from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his Family’s Foundation at The Palm Springs Art Museum is sweeping the desert along with workshops, artist demonstrations and related interactive elements designed to “immerse museum visitors in the world of Warhol.” Make it a part of your visit here. A For details visit www.psartmuseum.org or call (760) 322-4800.

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Palm Springs Jewish Organizations AFMDA (American Friends of Magen David Adom), Western region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 650 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 655-4655 afmda.org American Israel Public Affairs Committee, San Diego and Palm Springs office (858) 626-2790 aipac.org

AMERICAN ASSOCIATES OF BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY, SOUTHWEST REGION

1880 Century Park East., Suite 612 Los Angeles, CA 90067 (310) 552-3300 aabgu.org American Friends of Hebrew University, Orange County, San Diego and the Desert Office 18340 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite 107, Box 233 Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (949) 407-6547 afhu.org

Anti-Defamation League, Pacific Southwest region (310) 446-8000 la.adl.org Brandeis University National Committee, Desert Chapter brandeis.edu/bnc President: Eleanor Blank eleanorblank1@gmail.com Consulate General of Israel, Los Angeles 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (323) 852-5500 israella.org Hadassah Southern California Desert/East Area Resource Center 455 S. Robertson Blvd.

Beverly Hills, California 90211 (310) 276-0036 hadassah.org Inland Empire and Desert Hillel, University of Riverside P.O. Box 56691 Riverside, CA 92507 iehillel.org

American Friends of Tel Aviv University, Western region 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1110 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 553-5232 aftau.org

Jewish Family Service of the Desert 490 S Farrel Drive, Suite C-208 Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 325-4088 jfsdesert.org

American Technion Society, Western region 501 S. Beverly Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (310) 254-9899 ats.org

Jewish Federation of Palm Springs and Desert Area 69710 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 324-4737 jfedps.org

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ORT America 6435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 303 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 966-0092 ortamerica.org The Tolerance Education Center 35147 Landy Lane Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 328-8252 toleranceeducationcenter.org

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Jewish Day School Desert Torah Academy 73-550 Santa Rosa Way Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 341-6501 chabadps.com

Lifecycle Resources Rabbi Shalom Denbo 1491 Rexford Drive Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 721-2149 westcoastmohel.com rabbienbo@gmail.com Michael A. Sanford, M.D. Wright Building, 39000 Bob Hope Dr #412 Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 346-8555

MIKVAOT

Mikvah Chaya Mushka of the Coachella Valley at Chabad of Palm Springs 425 Avenida Ortega Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 678-5675 chabadps.com

HOSPICE CARE/BIKUR CHOLIM Bikur Cholim of Palm Springs 290 Sonora Road Palm Springs, CA 92264 Rabbi Yankel Kreiman (760) 325-8076 bikurcholimps.com

BURIAL

Chevra Kadisha of the Desert Rabbi Shimon Posner 72295 Via Marta Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 770-7785 shared.nasck.org rabbi@chabadrm.com

ISRAEL CANCER RESEARCH FUND 15840 Ventura Blvd. #306 Encino, CA 91436 (818) 986-2100 icrfla.org

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Jewish Delis, Kosher Restaurants and Catering Manhattan in the Desert 2665 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92264 (760) 322-3354 manhattaninthedesert.com

Z Catering 17290 Newhope Street, Suite A Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (888) 9922-8371 zcater.com

Sherman’s Deli and Bakery Palm Springs: 401 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 325-1199 Palm Desert: 73-161 Country Club Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260, (760) 568-1350 shermansdeli.com

*Chabad of Palm Springs and Chabad of Rancho Mirage also place orders for community members with kosher caterers and bakers in San Diego and Los Angeles, who deliver to the Palm Springs area. Albertson’s and Clark’s Nutrition of Rancho Mirage; Jensen’s Finest Foods, Ralphs and Trader Joe’s of Palm Springs; and Trader Joe’s of Palm Desert all carry kosher items.

The “Official” Breakfast Spot In Palm Springs

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TEMPLE ISAIAH

A warm, welcoming Conservative Congregation located in the heart of Palm Springs Services Friday 7:30 pm; Saturday 10 am

332 West Alejo Road Palm Springs CA 92262 760-325-2281 Rabbi David Sally Olins Rabbi Lazar Check out our activities online

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Synagogues CHABAD CONGREGATIONS

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Chabad of Palm Springs 425 Avenida Ortega Palm Springs, CA 92263 (760) 325-0774 chabadps.com

REFORM CONGREGATIONS

Chabad of Palm Desert 73550 Santa Rosa Way Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 651-2424 chabadpd.com

Chabad of Rancho Mirage — The Torah Oasis 72-295 Via Marta Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 770-7785 chabadrm.com

CONSERVATIVE CONGREGATIONS

Congregation Beth Shalom 79733 Country Club Drive Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 (760) 200-3636 congregationbethshalom.net

Temple Isaiah 332 W. Alejo Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 325-2281 templeisaiahps.com

Har-El Institute for Study and Worship in the Reform Tradition St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 47535 Highway 74 Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 779-1691 harelurj.org Congregation Shalom Bayit 1320 Williams St. Banning, CA 92220 (951) 769-3678 congregationshalombayit.com Temple Sinai of Palm Desert 73251 Hovley Lane W. Palm Desert, CA 92260 (760) 568-9699 templesinaipd.org

35127 Landy Lane Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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Support our dog’s Hebrew education!

A REFORM CONGREGATION

Students Give the Gift of Sight to Israeli Blind Students are urged to help sponsor a puppy, either as a class Tzedakah Project, or as a Mitzvah Project for their Bar or Bat Mitzvah, to assist blind Israeli veterans and civilians in regaining their lives.

A Place of Family & Torah Shabbat Dinner • Zimra Service Religious School • Youth Groups Tikvah Preschool • Tot Shabbat Torah Study • Hebrew Classes Adult Education Classes with Rabbi Havurah Groups Yiddish Club & more!

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For information call 267-927-0205

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Welcome to the Seacrest Family!

From the stunning coastal views of Encinitas to the beautiful rolling hills at Rancho Bernardo, to the comfort of your own home, our Seacrest family welcomes you.

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A beautiful resort-style retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and healthcare options, designed specifically for your individual needs and desires.

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Our not-for-profit home care agency offers professional and reliable caregiving, a hospital companion concierge program, and an RN Care Management program.

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Seacrest Village at Rancho Bernardo

An exquisite, newly-renovated independent living community nestled in the rolling hills of Rancho Bernardo and Poway. Relax and enjoy each day, living, learning and laughing with friends.

Stein Center Adult Day Services Our programs are developed to motivate and stimulate individuals with mild cognitive impairment and encourage connections, conversation, self-esteem and feelings of success, all offered in a secure, supervised setting. License #374603545

Contact us at seacrestvillage.org or seacrestathome.org for information on how we can help enhance your retirement living experience!

Encinitas: 760-632-0081 Rancho Bernardo: 858-485-0700

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San Diego Jewish Organizations Adopt a Family Foundation 5050 Del Mar Heights Road San Diego, CA 92130 (619) 548-5444 adoptafamilyfoundation.org AFMDA — American Friends of Magen David Adom, Western region 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 450 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 655-4655 afmda.org American Israel Public Affairs Committee, San Diego office 9339 Genesee Ave., Suite 270 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 626-2790 aipac.org AMERICAN ASSOCIATES OF BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY, SOUTHWEST REGION 1880 Century Park East., Suite 612 Los Angeles, CA 90067 (310) 552-3300 aabgu.org American Friends of Hebrew University, Orange County, San Diego and the Desert Office 18340 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite 107, Box 233 Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (949) 407-6547 afhu.org American Friends of Tel Aviv University, Southern California 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1110 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 553-5232 aftau.org American Jewish Committee 9911 West Pico Blvd. Suite PHM Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 282-8080 ajc.org 60 | THE JEWISH 411

American Technion Society, San Diego Chapter 12601 Carmel Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 750-2135 ats.org Anti-Defamation League, San Diego Regional Office 4950 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 250 San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 565-6896 adl.org Brandeis National Committee, Rancho Bernardo Chapter 17348 Tablero Court, San Diego 92127 (858) 487-6585 brandeislinda@gmail.com Brandeis National Committee, San Dieguito Chapter For information call (760) 814-2382 or visit blogs.brandeis.edu/bncsandieguito for current programming and events.

B’nai B’rith Southern California 14945 Ventura Blvd., Suite 227 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (818) 380-0730 bnaibrith.org Chesed Home P.O. Box 151676 Escondido, CA 92175 (619) 988-4873 chesedhome.org Friendship Circle, San Diego 16934 Old Espola Road Poway, CA 92064 (858) 487-4879 friendshipcirclesd.org Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, San Diego Chapter 6165 Greenwich Drive, Suite 120 San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 926-3210 fidf.org

THE JEWISH 411 Friends of Yemin Orde, National Office 4340 East-West Hwy, Suite 202 Bethesda, MD 20814 (202) 237-0286 yeminorde.org

Jewish Federation of San Diego County 4950 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 571-3444 jewishinsandiego.org

Hadassah Southern California, San Diego area 4950 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 268-3200 southerncalifornia.hadassah.org

Jewish National Fund, San Diego regional office 7120 Hayvenhurst Ave., Suite 200 Van Nuys, CA 91406 (858) 824-9178 jnf.org

Hillel of San Diego SDSU office: 5717 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA 92115 (858) 550-1792

Jewish Studies Program at San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92182 (619) 594-5327 jewishstudies.sdsu.edu

UCSD office: 8976 Cliffridge Ave. La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 550-1792 Hillel of North County: 207 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, (760) 828-7230 hillelsd.org House of Israel 2156 Pan American Plaza San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 556-6603 cottageofisrael.com Israeli Scouts of San Diego/ Shevet Galim (858)461-9988 shevetgalim.com Jewish Community Foundation, San Diego 4950 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 279-2740 jcfsandiego.org Jewish Family Service of San Diego Turk Family Center 8804 Balboa Ave. San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 637-3000 jfssd.org

Jewish War Veterans of the USA 1811 R Street NW Washington, DC 20009 (202) 265-6280 jwv.org For Post 185, contact Jerome Klein at (858) 521-8694 Jewish Women’s Foundation 4950 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 279-2740 jcfsandiego.org Judaic Studies Program at University of California San Diego 9500 Gilman Drive, Suite 0104 La Jolla, CA 92093 (858) 534-4551 judaicstudies.ucsd.edu Ken Jewish Community 11860 Carmel Creek Rd. San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 793-1605 kenjc.org Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center 4126 Executive Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 457-3030 lfjcc.org

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Leichtag Family Foundation The Ranch and Coastal Roots Farm 441 Saxony Rd. Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 929-1090 leichtag.org

STANDWITHUS, SAN DIEGO CHAPTER P.O. Box 341069 Los Angeles, CA 90034 (858) 598-8220 standwithus.com

Na’amat (International Movement of Zionist Women), Western area 16161 Ventura Blvd., Suite 101 Encino, CA. 91436 (818) 981-1298 naamat.org

Tarbuton Israeli Cultural Center 411 Saxony Rd. Building 2 Encinitas, CA 92024 (858) 201-6094 tarbuton.wordpress.com

New Life Club 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92119 (619) 286-8487 ORT America 6435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 303 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 966-0092 ortamerica.org San Diego Rabbinical Association (858) 535-1111 South African Jewish American Community P.O. Box 13608 La Jolla, CA 92039 sajac.com

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Training and Education About the Middle East (TEAM), San Diego 4950 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123 (760) 753-2121 sandiegoteam.org NextGen/Young Adult Division, SanDiego 4950 Murphy Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 571-3444 nextgensandiego.org Zionist Organization of America, San Diego District P.O. Box 60359 San Diego, CA 92166 (858) 546-1361 sdzoa.org

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Help at Home.

Seacrest at Home is the trusted not-for-profit Jewish home care agency when you or a loved one requires additional help at home.

We also offer RN Care Management to provide oversight of your loved one and linkage to community services.

Other services include: Personal Care

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Contact us for more information.

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New Harmony Project at the Cygnet

BY BRIE STIMSON

(L-R) Cashae Monya, Allison Spratt Pearce and Kylie Acuna in Cygnet’s “The Last Wife.”

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he Cynget Theatre in Old Town will hold the world premiere of “The Wind and The Breeze” in May. Written by Nathan Allen Davis, a New York-based playwright, the musical, about a rapper who’s forgotten his dream, is the first in a program established to showcase new work.

“It’s a story about African-American role models living outside of Chicago, pursuing their dreams and what happens to dreams deferred. The lead is a rapper. Now he’s kind of given up his dream so the younger generation coming up doesn’t quite understand why. But it’s a really beautiful character driven story,” associate artistic director Robert Lutfy told me over the phone.

The play was chosen at the first annual Bill and Judy Garrett Finish Line Commission.

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passed on it and it’s been sitting in a drawer and the playwright says I really think that there’s something here, I just need a week of rehearsals and some time with a director to figure it out ... or they’re like a passion project,” Lufty explained. He said most of the time when theaters commission a piece they ask for something specific, but Cygnet’s program allows authors the opportunity to create something that’s important to them. “And there’s no real theater that gives playwrights the funds to do that,” he added. “We’re saying we want you to write what you’re passionate about and not be constraining. It’s been really successful for us and a good way for Cygnet to get to know playwrights and earn their trust and have new voices come through for our audience.

Three new works have been chosen to be shown this year at the second annual Commission: “Dust,” “Alone Above a Raging Sea” and “When it Comes.” A

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Small Spaces, Big Productions

BY BRIE STIMSON

LtoR David Ellenstein, Amanda Sitton, Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper, & Louis Lotorto in “Laughter on The 23rd Floor.”

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orth Coast Repertory Theater in Solana Beach started the January show of their 36th season with a trip around the world with “Around The World in 80 Days,” in which five actors portray 40 characters. Other shows coming up include, “This Random World,” which artistic director David Ellenstein calls an “intimate and whimsical look at people;” “How The Other Half Loves;” “The Father,” about a prideful aging man and what happens at the end of a person’s life; and “A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum,” which is a full out musical.

Ellenstein said it takes him around six months to pick the shows for each season, and he tries to choose a variety of everything. “I’m eclectic and I’m all over the map and [the audience] enjoy[s] that. We try to make it a surprise every time they come.” He also usually tries to find one new play that hasn’t been seen in San Diego before, a classic and one musical.

Staging is also another factor Ellenstein has to take into account since North Coast Rep is a more intimate space than other theaters and some plays simply wouldn’t work. “Cer-

tainly with a smaller play I go ‘this is good’ and I don’t have to worry about those issues,” he told the Jewish Journal. “Sometimes I’ll read plays and I just say you know what? In order to really show this play you really need a twostory set because you want to see the action going on above and below at the same time, and I rule those plays out. This is not the right venue to illuminate the author’s work.” Sometimes, though, when he sees a play that’s ambitious regarding the set, he speaks to the set designer and production stage manager and figures out a creative way to make it work.

Ellenstein also believes diversity in writers, directors and casting is important. “It’s important from the standpoint of our society that we grow in that direction,” he added. “It’s something that’s always been in my consciousness growing up in a liberal household in west Los Angeles. I think that it’s something that I don’t think about because I just do it automatically.”

As far as this season, Ellenstein said he’s looking forward to everything. “Usually what I’m working on is my favorite,” he laughed.

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Pediatric Care

“We enjoy and take great pride in providing the best possible pediatric care for our families.”

Joel M. Snyder, M.D., F.A.A.P CERTIFIED ORTHODOX MOHEL

CALL 619-583-6133

San Diego Pediatric Primary Care Medical Group 6475 Alvarado Road, Suite 120 • San Diego, 92120

Visit our Giant Store & Warehouse 907 Plaza Blvd.

National City 9 locations in SD County Family Owned & Operated since 1953

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Brandeis National Committee San Dieguito Chapter Brandeis enriches lives and keeps minds active through study groups, provides lifelong friendships, fun events, and taking part in community service activities, all while supporting Brandeis University. · Sample a study group (informal learning sessions, such as book group, Israel Today, music, current events, bridge) · Meet a Brandeis professor in North County at University on Wheels · Attend the annual Book & Author Luncheon · Be included in various social and cultural events · Participate in social action/community service activities Brandeis National Committee San Dieguito Chapter 858-309-8348 http://blogs.brandeis.edu/bncsandieguito/

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Explore San Diego Jewish Academy Schedule your private tour Meet: Teachers, Administrators & Students Learn about: Dynamic curriculum infused with Jewish values and tradition Our intimate classroom environment with personalized academics State of the art 52 acre campus Now enrolling:

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JEwISH wAR VETS Of THE USA “The Patriotic Voice of American Jewry”

Post 185 San Diego

Invites you to become a member • Fight anti-Semitism • Support our military overseas • Comradeship • Support youth through scouting & JROTC

Sheldon Margolis, Captain, USN Ret. Post Commander (858) 774-6778 Allen Miliefsky, Lt/Col, USAF Ret. Past State Commander (619) 737-6910 Jerry Klein, Col, USAF Ret. Post Vice Commander (858) 521-8694

THE OLDEST ACTIVE VETERANS ORGANIZATION IN AMERICA

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Building community through spiritual opportunities, personal connections, and meaningful engagement.

Infant Center • Preschool Torah School • Youth Groups Shabbat and Holiday Services and Activities Education, Social, and Social Action Programs Sisterhood • Men’s Club and More.

Rabbi Joshua Dorsch 6660 Cowles Mountain Boulevard San Diego, California 92119 619 697-6001 • tiferethisrael.com

KORNFELD AND LEVY

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Andrea (Andi) K. Frimmer, M. Ed. the “Get Your Kid into College” Lady andi@Prep4CollegeNow.com 760.877.7200 www.Prep4CollegeNow.com

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Jewish Delis, Kosher Restaurants and Catering Balboa International Market 5907 Balboa Ave. San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 277-3600 balboamarket.com

Ralphs “Kosher Experience” 8657 Villa La Jolla Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 597-1550 ralphs.com

Café Chabad Catering by Yakov 16934 Chabad Way Poway, CA 92064 (858) 451-0455

Shalom Catering 11860 Carmel Creek Road San Diego, CA 92130 (619) 985-8202 shalomcatering.com

Catering by Charles Rubin of Schmoozers 5050 Del Mar Heights Rd. San Diego, CA 92130 (619) 583-1636 schmoozers.com D.Z. Akin’s 6930 Alvarado Road San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 265-0218 dzakinsdeli.com Elijah’s New York Style Delicatessen 7061 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 455-1461 Catering: (858) 353-5528 elijahsrestaurant.com

The Place Catering and Deli 10785 Pomerado Road San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 549-7000 sandiegokosher.com Village Mill Bread Co. 3545 Del Mar Heights Rd San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 794-4994 villagemillbread.com

When college students need guidance and resources to stand up for Israel…

Lang’s Kosher Bakery and Deli 4610 Alvarado Canyon Road, Suite 6 San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 280-5264 langsbakery.com Milton’s Deli and Restaurant 2660 Via de la Valle Del Mar, CA 92014 (858) 792-2225 miltonsdeli.com 70 | THE JEWISH 411

StandWithUs is there.

For more information call 858.598.8220 or contact SaraS@standwithus.com

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Celebrating a Century of Changing Lives We believe in people.

At every age. And every stage of life.

Founded in 1918, Jewish Family Service (JFS) has grown into one of San Diego’s most impactful non-profit human services agencies—touching the lives of more than 25,000 San Diegans every year. With a focus on uplifting individuals and families and supporting aging with dignity, we’re committed to helping people in crisis move forward, while developing innovative strategies to break cycles of poverty and strengthen our whole community.

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Call Us (858) 637-3210 | Volunteer (858) 637-3050

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Jewish Day Schools Chabad Hebrew Academy 10785 Pomerado Road San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 566-1996 chasd.org San Diego Jewish Academy 11860 Carmel Creek Road San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 704-3700 sdja.com Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School 3630 Afton Road San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 279-3300 hebrewday.org

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Southern California Yeshiva (SCY) High School 3410 Mount Acadia Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 560-1818 scyhigh.org Torah High Schools of San Diego 9001 Towne Centre Drive San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 558-6880 torahsandiego.com

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CANTOR KATHY ROBBINS, M.Ed. Bar Mitzvah • Bat Mitzvah Officiation and/or Training –Inclusive and accommodating – Traditional or creative

Also Wedding Ceremony Planning and Officiation Jewish, Interfaith, Non-denominational

760 707-8112

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Community Cantor since 2010 Founding Cantor Temple Solel, Cardiff by the Sea Member American Conference of Cantors

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Design Decor Production

Mitzvah Event Productions

LYDIA KRASNER 619.548.3485 www.MitzvahEvent.com

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San Diego Lifecycle Resources ASSISTED LIVING

Seacrest Village Retirement Communities Leichtag Family Foundation Campus: 211 Saxony Road Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 632-0081 Nellie Cohn Residence: 12730 Monte Vista Road Poway, CA 92064 (858) 485-0700 seacrestvillage.org

LA VIDA DEL MAR

Independent & Assisted Living

850 Del Mar Downs Road, Solana Beach 858.227.4894 SRGseniorliving.com

LA VIDE REAL

Independent Assisted Living Memory Care

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, Rancho SD 619.333.8229 SRGseniorliving.com

B’NAI MITZVAH

BESA (Bar/Bat Mitzvah Event Services Association) P.O. Box 711251, Santee, CA 92072 (858) 876-2372 besasandiego.com The Mitzvah Makers at JFS (858) 637-3050 jfssd.org

BURIAL

Am Israel Mortuary 6316 El Cajon Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92115 (619) 583-8850 amisraelmortuary.com El Camino Memorial — Sorrento Valley 5600 Carroll Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 453-2121 sorrentovalleychapel.com 74 | THE JEWISH 411

Eternal Hills Memorial Park 1999 El Camino Real Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 754-6600 eternalhillsmortuary.com Greenwood Memorial Park and Mortuary 4300 Imperial Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 (619) 450-1978 greenwoodmemorial.com Home of Peace Cemetery 3668 Imperial Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 (619) 583-8850 Olam Haemes Society (858) 547-0076, ext. 3056 chabaddowntown.com

HEALTH RESOURCES HOSPICE CARE/BIKKUR CHOLIM

ISRAEL CANCER RESEARCH FUND 15840 Ventura Blvd. #306 Encino, CA 91436 (818) 986-2100 icrfla.org

Jewish Family Service of San Diego 8804 Balboa Ave. San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 637-3000 jfssd.org Ohr Ami, The Jewish Hospice Program 6155 Cornerstone East, Suite 220 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 458-2992 lightbridgehospice.com/ohrami.html Vitas Innovative Hospice Care of San Diego 9655 Granite Ridge Drive, Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 499-8901 vitas.com

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JUDAICA

Hatikva Fine Judaica 7964 Arjons Drive, Suite C San Diego, CA 92126 (858) 695-9777 hatikva.com Schwartz Judaica 1934 Pentuckett Ave. San Diego, CA 92104 (619) 233-5833 schwartzjudaica.com *Please call individual synagogues for information about their gift shops.

MIKVAOT

La Jolla Mikvah at Congregation Adat Yeshurun 8625 La Jolla Scenic Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 535-1196 adatyeshurun.org/mikvah Mikvah Israel of San Diego 5170 La Dorna St. San Diego, CA 92115 (619) 287-6411 chabaddowntown.com North County Inland Mikvah at Chabad of Poway 16934 Chabad Way Poway, CA 92064 (858) 451-0455 chabadpoway.com

MOHELS

Aaron M. Lehman, M.D. (858) 354-9108 brisandbeyond.com alehmanmd@gmail.com Rabbi Moishe Leider (858) 518-6513 chabaduc.org Cantor Haim Mizrahi (619) 838-0947 imizrahi2000@yahoo.com Stuart Rubenstein, M.D. (858) 793-4563 brisforbaby.com rubenstein@brisforbaby.com Joel Snyder, M.D. (619) 583-1030 drjsnyder@aol.com

NEWBORN RESOURCES Shalom Baby (858) 457-0398 lfjcc.com/shalombaby shalombaby@lfjcc.org

OLDER ADULT CENTERS

JFS College Avenue Center at Temple Emanu-El 6299 Capri Dr., San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 286-2555 JFS Coastal Club at Temple Solel 3575 Manchester Ave. Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007 (858) 674-1123

Rabbi Shalom Denbo 1491 Rexford Drive Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 721-2149 westcoastmohel.com

JFS No. County Inland Center at Temple Adat Shalom 15905 Pomerado Road Poway, CA 92064 (858) 674-1123

Edward Epstein, M.D. (858) 481-3727 ejepstei@ucsd.edu

JFS Balboa Ave. Older Adult Center 8804 Balboa Ave. San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 550-5998

Martin Gilboa, M.D. (858) 405-6722 martin.gilboa@gmail.com Michael Jacobson, M.D. (858) 430-3861 Fred R. Kogen, M.D. (800) 644-4479 ebris.com kogen@ebris.com

Lawrence Family JCC 4126 Executive Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 362-1141 On the Go Excursions, a ride-sharing program from Jewish Family Service of San Diego (858) 637-7320 2018 | 75

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Synagogues CHABAD CONGREGATIONS Chabad Alef Center of San Marcos 649 Sandy Lane, San Marcos CA, 92078 (760) 481-7503 alefcenter.com Chabad of Carmel Valley 12341 Del Mar Oaks San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 333-4613 chabadcv.com Chabad of College Area 6115 Montezuma Road San Diego, CA 92115 (619) 663-7701 jewishstudentlife.org Chabad of Coronado 1300 Orange Ave, Suite 130 Coronado, CA 92118 (619) 365-4728 chabadcoronado.com Chabad of Downtown San Diego 308 G St. San Diego CA, 92101 (619) 289-8770 chabaddowntown.com Chabad of East County 7624. Rowena St, San Diego, CA 92119 (619) 387-8770 jewishec.com Chabad of La Costa 1980 La Costa Ave. Carlsbad, CA 92009 (760) 943-8891 chabadatlacosta.com Chabad of La Jolla Shores 909 Prospect Street Suite 210 La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 455-5433 chabadoflajolla.com Chabad of Oceanside 1930 Sunset Drive, Vista, CA 92081 (760) 806-7765 jewishoceanside.com

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Chabad of Pacific Beach 4240 Gresham St, San Diego, CA 92109 (619) 333-0344 chabadpb.org Chabad of Poway 16934 Chabad Way Poway, CA 92064 (858) 451-0455 chabadpoway.com Chabad of Rancho Santa Fe 5690 Cancha De Golf, Suite 112 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091 (858) 765-7571 jewishrsf.com Chabad Scripps Ranch 10785 Pomerado Road San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 547-0076 chabaddiego.com Chabad of University City 3813 Governor Drive San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 455-1670 chabaduc.org

CONSERVATIVE

Congregation Beth Am 5050 Del Mar Heights Road San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 481-8454 betham.com Congregation Beth El 8660 Gilman Drive La Jolla CA 92037 (858) 452-1734 cbe.org Congregation B’nai Shalom 201 East Broadway Vista, CA 92084 (760) 659-0654 bnaishalomsd.org Congregation B’nai Tikvah 2510 Gateway Road Carlsbad, CA 92009 (760) 650-2262 bnaitikvahsd.com

THE JEWISH 411 Ner Tamid Synagogue 12348 Casa Avenida, Poway, CA 92064 (858) 513-8330 nertamidsd.org Ohr Shalom Synagogue 2512 Third Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 231-1456 ohrshalom.org Temple Beth Shalom 208 Madrona St. Chula Vista, CA 91910 (619) 420-6040 bethshalomtemple.com Tifereth Israel Synagogue 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92119 (619) 697-6001 tiferethisrael.com

HUMANISTIC

Kahal Am P.O. Box 927751 San Diego, CA 92192 (858) 549-3088 kahalam.org

ORTHODOX

Congregation Adat Yeshurun 8625 La Jolla Scenic Drive North La Jolla CA 92037 (858) 535-1196 adatyeshurun.org Congregation Beth Jacob 4855 College Ave. San Diego, CA 92115 (619) 287-9890 bjsd.org Congregation Kehillas Torah 14133 Via Alisal San Diego, CA 92128 (858) 829-9648 kehillastorah.org Orot HaCarmel 11860 Carmel Creek Road San Diego CA, 92130 (858) 633-0181 orothacarmel.org

Young Israel Synagogue 7289 Navajo Road San Diego, CA 92119 (619) 589-1447 yisandiego.org

RECONSTRUCTIONIST

Congregation Dor Hadash 11860 Carmel Creek Road (on the San Diego Jewish Academy campus) San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 268-3674 dorhadash.org

REFORM

Congregation Beth Israel 9001 Towne Centre Drive San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 535-1111 cbisd.org Temple Adat Shalom 15905 Pomerado Road Poway, CA 92064 (858) 451-1200 adatshalom.com Temple Emanu-El 6299 Capri Drive San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 286-2555 teesd.org Temple Etz Rimon 2020 Chestnut Ave. Carlsbad CA 92008 (760) 929-9503 templeetzrimon.org

TEMPLE SOLEL

3575 Manchester Ave. Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007 (760) 436-0654

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JEWISH RENEWAL

Shir Ha-Yam 4618 Rueda Dr. San Diego, CA 92124 (619) 251-4618 sandiegojewishrenewal.org

SEPHARDIC

Beth Eliyahu Torah Center 5012 Central Ave., Suite C Bonita, CA 91902 (619) 472-2144

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Magen Abraham Sephardic Synagogue Inside Chabad Hebrew Academy in Scripps Ranch 10875 Pomerado Road San Diego, CA 92131 (619) 277-0380 magenabraham.org Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim 3232 Governor Dr. Suite K San Diego, CA 92122 (858) 752-1025 kshsd.org

POST DENOMINATIONAL AND UNAFFILIATED Jewish Collaborative of San Diego 7805 Centella St, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (760) 707-7111 jcosd.com

TEMECULA

Chabad Jewish Center - Temecula Valley 41785 Nicole Lane, Suite AC Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 234-4196 jewishtemecula.com Congregation B’nai Chaim 29500 Via Princesa Murrieta, CA 92563 (951) 677-7350 bnai-chaim.org

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Temple Beth Sholom of Temecula 26790 Ynez Ct., Suite B Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 679-0419 tbstemecula.org Congregation Etz Chaim P.O. Box 1138 Ramona, CA 92065 (760) 789-2781 etzchaimramona.org Congregation Havurim 29500 Via Princesa Murrieta, CA 92563 (951) 387-5018 havurim.org

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Jewish BigPals: a Mentor, a Role Model, a Friend

Derek hanging out with his Little Pal.

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hen Derek’s father disappeared from his life, he felt a huge void.

At age 10, his mother became concerned that he did not have a male role model and signed him up for Jewish BigPals, a program of Jewish Family Service of San Diego in which adults – age 25 and older – mentor children ages 6-16 from non-traditional or single-parent families. Big Pals help their Little Pals develop self-esteem, Jewish identity and lasting relationships that can forever change their perspective on the world – and make a

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big impact in their lives.

For Derek, it was a transformative experience that nurtured his Jewish identity as well as an enduring interest in science and medicine: “My Big Pal was a med student and because of his guidance, I ended up majoring in biology with an emphasis in bio-chem.”

Derek, now an adult and working in account management and sales for a chemical company, decided to pay it forward and volunteered to become a Big Pal. Derek has connected with his Little Pal –

THE JEWISH 411 an eight-year-old interested in martial arts, who Derek calls “a very good, super bright kid.” Their outings together have included munching on California Burritos (the Little Pal’s first!), boogie boarding and surfing, as well as visits to the USS Midway and the Natural History Museum.

Childhood can be a time of many challenges. With more than 4,600 Jewish single-parent families in San Diego, many of the children from these families have been through a divorce, death, or abandonment – like Derek.

“Studies show children with adult mentors are more confident, have higher self-esteem and better relationships,” said Susan Cohn, Jewish BigPals Coordinator. “We have seen how spending just a few hours a month with their Big Pals can have a positive impact on our Little Pals that lasts the rest of their lives.”

Each Little Pal is matched with a Big Pal who has been carefully screened, trained and supervised by the professional staff at JFS.

While this program is all about helping young Jewish children become more confident and secure on their journey to adulthood, the experience also leaves a lasting effect on the Big Pals.

“It’s incredibly worth it and very gratifying – to know and tangibly see that you’re having an impact on somebody who’s going through a tumultuous time,” said Derek.

How Big Pals and Little Pals spend their time together is completely up to them.

“Go for a walk. BBQ together. See a movie. Hang out at the beach. Shoot some hoops.

Or just give some encouragement and advice.

However you normally spend your time, chances are you’ll have even more fun with your Little Pal – and you’ll be making a big impact,” said Cohn. A To learn more about the program, sign a child up to be a Little Pal, or volunteer to become a Jewish BigPal, visit www.jfssd.org/bigpals or call 858-637-3056.

We Practice The Art of Jewish Caregiving At ComForCare North County San Diego, we provide in-home care with an important difference - our caregivers receive training on the special needs of Jewish seniors and their families, including: • Jewish culture and traditions • Holiday observance • Observing and maintaining a Kosher home • Care for holocaust survivors • Special end-of-life considerations • And more...

Each caregiver is individually selected based on a thorough assessment of the clients needs, and with 24/7 administrative staff availability and a reliability guarantee, your satisfaction is assured.

For more information or to arrange service, contact owner Scott Samuels at 760-724-7273.

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

75 Years of Seacrest Village

BY JON SCHWARTZ

Seacrest in Encinitas.

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eacrest Village Retirement Communities is a vibrant not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) senior housing and health care organization with communities in both Encinitas and Rancho Bernardo, California. Known for our caring and nurturing environments, Seacrest Village has been serving the evergrowing San Diego community in the Jewish tradition since 1944. Seacrest Village works with over 400 clients daily through an array of programs and services, embracing their changing needs every step of the way. Through comprehensive and progressive care options and delivery systems, we encourage and support a life of dignity and spirituality. The highest possible quality of care for our residents is our foremost priority.

We are proud to announce that we are soon approaching our 75th year in business.

Our history originated in 1944 when the San Diego Hebrew Home for the Aged was developed as a small home caring for 10 Jewish seniors. Eleven years later, in 1955 the first residential care facility was built on 54th street.

Throughout the next three plus decades the

54th Street home expanded in size. The needs of the community expanded to the point where in 1989, the San Diego Hebrew Homes moved its main campus up to Encinitas, California and became Seacrest Village Retirement Communities. Since the move, Seacrest Village has become a multi-level care community including: independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Additionally, in 1996, Seacrest Village purchased a 56unit independent living building in Rancho Bernardo that is a vital part of the organization today. To address the desire for many to age-in-place, Seacrest Village launched a non-medical home care division: Seacrest at Home. Lastly, in 2016, Seacrest Village became licensed to operate an adult day center that benefits individuals with mild cognitive impairment and early stages of dementia.

As we approach our 75th anniversary, we strive to live out our mission: providing services to seniors in a Jewish environment that promotes community, independence and innovation, for another 75 plus years. A 2018 | 83

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Support our dog’s Hebrew education!

Students Give the Gift of Sight to Israeli Blind Students are urged to help sponsor a puppy, either as a class Tzedakah Project, or as a Mitzvah Project for their Bar or Bat Mitzvah, to assist blind Israeli veterans and civilians in regaining their lives.

For information call 267-927-0205

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AM ISRAEL MORTUARY We Are San Diego’s ONLY All-Jewish Mortuary Serving the community for over 25 years. ✡ We conduct funeral services at ANY cemetery ✡ We can provide arrangements world-wide with other Funeral Directors. ✡ We are here to serve you in the Judaic Tradition at NO Additional Cost

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Young Israel Congregation of San Diego is a member of Young Israel family of Synagogues.

We strive to provide our members and visitors with a meaningful and inspiring prayer and Torah learning environment.

Everyone is welcomed regardless of the level of observance.

See our website: yisandiego.org or call 619 589 1447 for information and times for services and other events.

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Congregation Beth El has redefined the synagogue experience by eliminating membership dues.

We invite you to contact us to learn about our wide range of services and programs.

8660 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 858-452-1734 cbe.org

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Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus

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The JCC welcomes San Diego’s diverse Jewish community and the community at large. The Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus is located at 4126 Executive Drive in La Jolla.

About the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture

The organization behind some of San Diego’s largest cultural events such as the San Diego Jewish Book Fest and the San Diego Jewish Film Festival, the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture is the only Jewish institution dedicated solely to presenting high quality, nationally recognized arts, culture & Jewish education programs. Housed at the Lawrence Family JCC, The SDCJC and acts as the education and cultural arts arm of the Center.

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The mission of the CJC is to expand and enrich cultural life in San Diego by presenting the finest in Jewish artistic expression, encouraging the preservation of Jewish culture and heritage, and nurturing new creativity in the arts. The CJC offers a wide variety of multidisciplinary artistic programs that explore cultural identities and perspectives, promote cross-cultural understanding, and highlight human themes of family, tolerance, compassion, and hope. Its facilities feature a 500-seat theatre, a Judaica library, an art gallery, and a community Holocaust Memorial Garden. A

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A FREE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL THAT OFFERS: • Low Instructor to Student Ratio • Hebrew Language Immersion • Student-Centered Classrooms • Emphasis on Social Responsibility, Global Citizenship and Respect for Others Located in Serra Mesa www.KavodElementary.org • 858.386.0887

Kavod Elementary Charter School

Respect Makes a World of Difference Kavod intertwines a uniquely dynamic and interactive learning model with the benefits of dual language.

This is your opportunity to provide your child with an unparalleled academic experience.

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Jewish Holidays 2018 (5778-5779)

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OHR SHALOM SYNAGOGUE

SCOTT MELTZER, Rabbi RAY SACHS, President ELLEN STATMAN, Principal OHR SHALOM OFFERS • Religious Services • Holiday Programs • Cultural and Social Programs • Adult Education • Young Family Services & Programs

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ARTS

Soille Hebrew Day School............................. 92

La Jolla Playhouse......................................... 93

Tarbut............................................................. 29

Lamb’s Players Theatre................................. 98

Tolerance Education Center.......................... 57

North Coast Repertory Theatre..................... 19 San Diego History Center.............................. 69

FINANCE Axa Financial.................................................. 99

ATTORNEY

Gary Kornfeld, CPA........................................ 69

Charles S. Roseman...................................... 12

John Gurrera, CPA, CFP............................... 84

Myra Fleischer & Associates............................ 5

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Todd E. Kobernick.......................................... 67

AUTOMOBILES Beemer and Benz.......................................... 84

FINE ARTS Louis Goldrich................................................ 92

Honda of the Desert....................................... 47

FOOD // RESTAURANTS

Marconi Auto Museum................................... 27

Benjies............................................................ 30

Toyota of the Desert................................... 7, 46

Brewery Tours................................................ 86 OC Kosher Market and Deli........................... 28

CAMPS

Rick’s Restaurant........................................... 54

Camp Hess Kramer......................................... 5

Sherman’s Deli............................................... 55

Camp Mountain Chai..................................... 14

Stater Bros....................................................... 3

CATERERS

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Blueberry Hill.................................................. 35

Access Garage Door...................................... 79

Jensen’s......................................................... 46

Metro Flooring................................................ 86

The French Gourmet...................................... 95

Yardage Town................................................ 66

Rotisserie Affair.............................................. 84

DOCTORS Dina Fainman, M.D.......................................... 6 Dr. Snyder & Associates................................ 66

EDUCATION Beth Montessori............................................. 68 Chabad Hebrew Academy............................. 41

HEALTH RESOURCES Pacific Bay Recovery..................................... 98 Raz Hair Restoration...................................... 81

INSURANCE Silverman Co.................................................... 6 Todd Frank..................................................... 73

Kavod Elementary Charter School................ 89

JEWELRY

Prep4College................................................. 69

Abbey’s Jewelry............................................. 29

San Diego Jewish Academy.......................... 67 96 | THE JEWISH 411

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JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS

MORTURARY

Adat Yeshurun................................................ 94

Am Israel........................................................ 85

AFMDA............................................................. 7 Brandeis National Committee........................ 66

REAL ESTATE

Chabad at La Costa....................................... 82

Joel Blumenfeld............................................. 79

Chabad of San Diego..................................... 95

Linda Lewis Morgage..................................... 41

Chabad University City.................................. 94 Congregation Adat Yushurun......................... 94

SENIORS/ASSISTED LIVING

Congregation B’nai Israel............................... 32

Belmont Village................................................ 4

Congregation B’nai Shalom........................... 85

Bubbe and Zayde’s Place.............................. 15

Congregation B’nai Tzedek........................... 30

Carlsbad Elder Care...................................... 82

Congregation Beth Am................................... 86

Comforcare.................................................... 81

Congregation Beth El..................................... 86

Heritage Pointe.............................................. 33

Congregation Beth Israel............................... 87

La Vida Del Mar............................................. 13

Congregation Beth Jacob OC........................ 30

La Vida Real................................................... 13

FIDF............................................................... 92

Paradise Village............................................. 89

Golden Dreidel............................................... 30

Seacrest at Home.......................................... 63

Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind...4, 57,85

Seacrest Village............................................. 58

JCC of San Diego.......................................... 91 Jewish Family Service of the Desert............. 55

EVENT SERVICES

Jewish Family Service of San Diego......... 9, 71

Blue Buoy....................................................... 37

Jewish Federation of San Diego...................... 2

Bowers Museum............................................ 42

Jewish National Fund..................................... 12

Cantor Kathy Robbins.................................... 73

Jewish War Veterans..................................... 67

Lydia Krasner Events..................................... 73

Kahal Am........................................................ 94

DB Advertising................................................ 25

Merage JCC of Orange County..................... 31 Ohr Shalom Synagogue................................ 94 Rabbi Ben Leinow.......................................... 87 Ron Sieger....................................................... 4 StandWithUs.................................................. 70 Surf City Synagogue...................................... 26 Temple Beth El of South Orange County...... 25 Temple Isaiah................................................. 55 Temple Sinai................................................... 57 Tifereth Israel Synagogue.............................. 69 Young Israel Synagogue................................ 85

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