The Voice - December 2018

4630 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34119

Phone: (239) 455-3030 • Fax: (239) 455-4361 www.naplestemple.org info@naplestemple.org

Religious Education Office: (239) 455-2233 • Preschool Office: (239) 455-3227

staff

a Dministrative & Clergy a ssistant Randi Butterworth rbutterworth@naplestemple.org

DireC tor of C ommuniC ations

Jeanette Fischer jfischer@naplestemple.org temPle r eC eP tionist Julie Fischer receptionist@naplestemple.org C ontroller Maxine Gould mgould@naplestemple.org m aintenanC e teChniCian Rick Holsbeke maintenance@naplestemple.org musiC DireC tor Jim Cochran faCility m anager Victor Lucas vlucas@naplestemple.org

PresChool a Dministrative a ssistant Gloria Mellman gmellman@naplestemple.org m embershiP e ngagement C oor Dinator Ana Maria Tamargo atamargo@naplestemple.org

Clergy

r abbi

Adam F. Miller amiller@naplestemple.org C antor Donna Azu dazu@naplestemple.org r abbi e meritus James H. Perman, D.D. rabbi@naples.net

P rofessional staff e xeCutive DireC tor Deborah R. Fidel dfidel@naplestemple.org i nterim r eligious sChool DireC tor Susan Feld, Ed. S. sfeld@naplestemple.org P resChool DireC tor Seyla Cohen scohen@naplestemple.org

m ission statement

Temple Shalom of Naples is an inclusive Reform Jewish congregation where all individuals are equal partners in making our world whole and holy. We are One Family, believing in the sacredness of relationships, fostering connections – one to another, Temple, Israel, Torah and God. We are living Jewish values and nurturing future generations.

boar D of trustees

PresiDent

Debra Antzis first viC e PresiDent Daryl Sissman seCon D viC e PresiDent Merrill Hassenfeld thir D viC e PresiDent Ed Kaufman treasurer Harriet Lickhalter, CPA finanCial seCretary David Silberg r eCor Ding seCretary

Dr. John Little

i mmeDiate Past PresiDent Debbie Zvibleman sisterhooD PresiDent

Carole Flegel m en ’s Club PresiDent Ed Cohen

historiC al soCiety Helen Weinfeld

Ed Alexander Bobbie Katz

Dave Citrin Steve Pino Ellen Goldberg Jeremy Schaab Michael Feldman Perry Switzen Yale Freeman Scott Weinstein

The Voice is published monthly. June/July are combined issues. Editor—Jeanette Fischer · Advertising—Maxine Gould

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R abbi Adam F. Miller

By the time this article reaches you, we will have reached the end of Sheloshim, the first thirty days of mourning, after the horrific tragedy at the Tree of Life synagogue. That shocking incident struck at the core of the American Jewish community, shaking our foundation, and leaving us filled with grief. Over the last few weeks, we could not escape that shadow. The shooting at Tree of Life loomed over us as we grappled with the magnitude of this heartbreaking event.

As a people all too familiar with the narrative of pain and sorrow, we have a long history to draw upon for how we will respond, as we move through the stages of grief. In this month of Macabbees, we find powerful messages resonating from the story of Chanukah. The most obvious lesson being that we need to stand up when violence or oppression cause our people pain and suffering. No one among the Syrian-Greeks defended the Jews from the tyranny of Antiochus IV. Just as Judah Macabbee and his brave group stood up against their oppressors, we need to speak out and stand together as one community in solidarity against anti-Semitism, hate, and intolerance toward the Jewish community. Along this same vein, we also bear responsibility to speak out when we witness acts of hate being inflicted on others, or when we hear demonization for the purpose of augmenting xenophobia. The wheels on the train of hate do not stop moving after targeting only one group for being “the other,” “alien,” or “strangers.” Rather, the train often picks up speed, and begins to single out more and more groups. We can never forget the message of Pastor Martin Neimoller after the Holocaust:

First they came For the socialists, and i did not speak out— Because i was not a socialist. then they came For the trade unionists, and i did not speak out— Because i was not a trade unionist. then they came For the Jews, and i did not speak out— Because i was not a Jew. then they came For me and there was no one le F t to speak For me .

In addition, let us take from the rituals of Chanukah the importance of generating light during a time of darkness. Each year we light our Chanukah menorah at the darkest time on the calendar, and daily increase the amount of light by adding more candles. Now that we have seen the vicious evil that hate can inflict, our response should be to create more light and blessing in the world each day. Spend time this month doing acts of tikkun olam: volunteer your time or donate resources to help others in need; perform acts of thanksgiving and show gratitude for the good that is in your life; rekindle relationships and renew the spark of connectivity with those you love. We cannot undo the tragedies of the past, but like the Macabbees, we can stand strong in unity against acts of injustice. Together, we can send a message to the world that hate will not win, and we will not be silent. May the light of the menorah and this holiday shine brightly in your home and your heart this year, Rabbi Adam Miller

CantoR Donna Azu

Growing up, I was fortunate to have experienced a rich variety of traditions from both my Persian family and how they observed and celebrated Jewish holidays as well as the Judaism of my peers, rooted in Ashkenazi tradition. During my last few years of Cantorial studies in NYC, I had the opportunity to delve into and explore my most recent musical passion, Sephardic music. This new interest led me to write my senior thesis on the Jews of Persia and prepare a recital under the same name. I explored the history, traditions, and music of Persian Jewry and I also developed a deeper connection to my own family and heritage.

SOULFUL SHABBAT SCHEDULE

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As a part of my research, I had the opportunity to interview Cantor Farid Dardashti. Born in Iran, Cantor Dardashti has a fascinating story. His father, a traditional Jew, known as the “Nightingale of Iran”, appeared before aristocracy at the Shah’s palace and his recordings won international notoriety. Throughout his childhood in Iran, Cantor Dardashti attended the Kouresh Jewish Day School, and as a teenager he was the featured performer in a weekly TV show in his native Tehran. A desire to study architecture brought him to the U.S. in his teens, but his inherent love for singing drew him towards an education in music. While studying classical vocal repertoire at the Mannes College of Music in New York, Cantor Dardashti decided to combine his passions for Judaism and music and pursue a career as “Hazzan”. He studied at the H.L. Miller Cantorial School of the Jewish Theological Seminary, where he received his cantorial degree and where he was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Music Degree in 2009. As a guest lecturer, I am thrilled to share that Cantor Dardashti will be joining us for the Sisterhood lunch on Tuesday, December 11 at 11:30am. Prepare to travel back to an Iran of earlier times, as Cantor Dardashti shares about his life growing up in Iran. Bridging East and West, Cantor Dardashti will take us on a magic carpet ride of delightful, warm reminiscences through a multi-media presentation and Persian style singing.

do you like to sing? the temple shalom choir is always happy to welcome new mem Bers. you do not need to know how to read music . c ontact c antor donna a zu

Experience the spirit of Shabbat through song and music! Soulful Shabbat is a Shabbat service conducted entirely in song and features a professional band. Services begin at 7:30pm.

L’Shalom, Cantor Donna Azu

Deborah R. Fidel PREsi

Dear Friends,

I am writing this column with a broken heart. The events of October 27, 2018 have irreparably shaken my sense of security as an American Jew. There are no words to describe how disorienting it is to hear the names of my hometown neighborhood and the synagogue where my son, Noah, became a Bar Mitzvah, associated with violence. I have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of concern and support from my Temple Shalom family. Many of us have ties to Pittsburgh; we are all tied to the Jewish People. One Family, indeed.

Our tradition values life above all else. Pikuach Nefesh is the principle in Jewish law that the preservation of human life overrides virtually any other religious consideration. With that in mind, I want to assure you that the clergy, staff, Board of Trustees and I take your security very seriously. We will continue to do everything within our power to guarantee your safety when you walk through our doors.

We are in close contact with the Collier County Sheriff’s office, and we are actively working with local law enforcement to keep our facility, and those within, safe at all times. In consultation with the Sheriff’s office, we are looking at our physical structure, revisiting our current protocols and updating both as circumstances dictate. While it would be imprudent to publish the details, it is important for you to know that we have a multi-layered security system, including armed security, cameras, panic buttons and enhanced screening procedures for all visitors. Our entire staff receives ongoing training to deal with a potential threat. Since the Pittsburgh attack, we have had active shooter training and a session with an EMT instructor and a member of the Bomb Squad.

I pledge to redouble my efforts to foster a welcoming and safe environment for worship, learning, and fellowship at Temple Shalom and I invite your input and partnership.

If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to call, write or stop by.

In peace, Deborah R. Fidel

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Debra Antzis

Rabbi Bunim of Pshiska, who lived in Poland two hundred years ago, taught that we all must metaphorically walk around with two pieces of paper in our pockets. On the first is written a passage from the Talmud: “For me, the world was created.” On the second, a quote from Gen-esis, “I am but dust and ashes.” When we are sad or depressed, Rabbi Bunim said, we should pull out the paper that says “For me, the world was created” to help us regain a better sense of self and our place in the world. When we are feeling successful and satisfied, we should read “I am but dust and ashes” to remind ourselves that all is fleeting, and to control our pride and ego. While many see Rabbi Bunim’s lesson as a way of dealing with one’s own emotions, I have come to realize that there is another dimension to it, which can help us all communicate with each other better, and have humility in our interactions with each other. Rabbi Bunim’s teaching applies to all people. Each person in the world — good or bad, Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Atheist, socialist, libertarian, democrat, republican, alien, citizen, refugee, dictator, politician, diplomat, — each one of us is both the reason the world was created and mere dust and ashes. When we talk to others and make our way through our lives, we need to remember that this world was created for every one of us. There is right and wrong, and good and bad, mistakes, oversights, and sometimes perfection, but no matter what we encounter in others and in our-selves, we need to treat each other with the respect being the purpose of creation merits.

irv Berzon, who served twice as president oF temple shalom, and whose vision and hard work has Bene F ited temple and all its mem Bers For many years, recently celeBrated his 95th Birthday. h appy Birthday, irv, and thank you.

“...each one oF us is

Both the reason the world was created and mere dust and ashes .

the authentic cheerleader’s cheerleader

Sitting in Gene and Bobbie Katz’s breakfast room, I could hardly keep my mind on the interview I’d come to conduct to accumulate details about this outstanding couple Temple Shalom will honor at the March 9, 2019 gala at Grey Oaks Country Club. The stunning—gallery-worthy—watercolors surrounding me kept diverting my attention. “Gene, you painted all these?”

“I did. When we’re finished, I’ll take you around the house and show you more.” The talent revealed by these beautiful works of art demonstrates only one side of this friendly, funny, many-faceted husband to “cheerleader-Siri” Bobbie Katz. A few tidbits he shared will help us get better acquainted with the genuine Gene Katz.

Gene grew up in the Bronx, where he played all manner of ball games—basketball, handball, racquetball—but throughout his life tennis [that game also uses a ball!] was his favorite. Every summer for eight years, he waited tables at resorts in the Catskills to pay his own way for college at CCNY then dental school at Columbia. He lived at home.

He joined the Army for a two-year stint and, said Gene: “I had the right MOS, so the Army stationed me at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii.”

He married a lovely Jewish gal named Dorothy and they had three daughters. They kept a kosher home. Regrettably, Gene lost Dorothy when she was only 41. He had three girls, ages 11, 15 and 17, to rear by himself.

Or did he? As a successful dentist, this widower was considered “a catch,” and he definitely wanted “a mom” for his girls. He dated, as he puts it, “a lot. But most didn’t measure up to the standards I’d set.” He typically took his dates to a Chinese restaurant. Then one of his dental patients gave him the phone number of a single woman who worked at a bank. “She has a great personality,” the patient said. Uh-oh. To Gene that meant she must not be very pretty. But he figured he had nothing to lose, so he phoned and asked her out. “When she opened her door,” Gene said, “I saw a knockout! My first thought: no Chinese restaurant tonight! “She was adorable, so easy to be with. I knew I wanted to see her again. This was a Tuesday [funny how you remember such details when your life is about to change] and I asked her out for Saturday. Bobbie’s answer? ‘Sorry. I’m busy.’ Okay, I thought, there’s a 15-year age difference and I have three kids, so why would she be interested in me? But she said, ‘Call me Monday.’ I did and we talked for 20 minutes—it was so easy. Then Bobbie said, ‘With me, it’s either feast or famine with men, and I am seeing someone.’ I told her if she ever got to famine, to call me. She did call to say, ‘I broke up with the guy, so I can see you now.’ Five months after our first date, we were married.”

Bobbie had been married briefly and divorced without having children. “She was a natural mom,” Gene said. “My girls quickly came to love her, and she’s been a great mom and grandmother.” We’ll get to meet Janet (eldest), Cindy, and Lisa (youngest) and their families. They wouldn’t miss the gala for anything! Bobbie and Gene proudly shared details of their four grandchildren and one great grandson. Today, in Naples, Gene goes to the gym every other day. He reluctantly gave up tennis only five years ago, when his back started to bother him. For a while he served as a mentor to first-grade Spanish-speaking students, assisting them with reading and English. He also reads a lot, does puzzles and paints. Boy, does he paint. And whatever community activity Bobbie is involved in, so is Gene.

What does Bobbie say about all this history? She just grins and shares looks of love with her husband of 37 years. We’ll learn more about Bobbie in next month’s VOICE.

-Carole J. Greene

i nvitations to “a night oF i nspiration,” will Be mailed in early January. opportunities For sponsorships are availa Ble For individuals and Businesses . to learn more a Bout a night oF i nspiration, tickets, and sponsorship opportunities, please contact de Borah Fidel , dF idel @naplestemple .org, 239-455-3030.

Shore House by Gene Katz

CONNECT WITH US

a nnouncing a Bereavement group For m

Bers oF the temple shalom c ommunity

In the spirit of our tradition, which calls us to perform the mitzvah of Nihum Avelim (comforting mourners), Temple Shalom will be offering a Bereavement Support Group for people who are grieving for a loved one. The group, which will observe confidentiality of communication, will meet from January to June, 2019, on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Group size will be limited to 12 people. The facilitators, members of Temple Shalom, are Arline Kaplan, Ph.D., and Leslie Wasserman, M.A. Both Arline and Leslie, licensed in New York and Michigan respectively, have extensive experience with groups and with people experiencing grief and loss. We are hopeful that sharing our stories with empathic, compassionate others will allow some healing, solace and peace into our lives. We can each be the gift that can possibly help to heal the wound.

Please email Ana Maria Tamargo at atamargo@naplestemple.org to sign up. There is no fee for this program.

m eet l eslie wasserman

After growing up on Long Island, New York, I completed high school in Oak Park, Michigan. Marrying young, I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Education at Wayne State University in Detroit, but rather than teach, I chose to be a stay-at-home mother to my two children. Several years later, I attended graduate school and attained my Master’s Degree in Humanistic and Clinical Psychology.

For almost thirty years, I’ve worked with adults in individual and group therapy. Many of my clients struggled with addictive disorders as well as trauma. I believe in the powerful transformation that comes with being listened to and respected, and from getting unconditional acceptance. I’m passionate about partnering with others to create a safe place to promote genuine healing.

Presently, I lead a substance abuse group at David Lawrence Center.

m eet a rline k aplan

I was born, raised and educated (for years and years and years) in Philadelphia, PA. When the youngest of my 3 children entered 1st grade, I too went back to school in a master’s program. After completing my formal education and licensure, I joined Abington Memorial Hospital, a major suburban Philadelphia hospital, as a psychologist/ neuropsychologist, working with patients and their families. Since relocating to Florida and becoming a full-time resident in 2000, my passion has been to use my psychology background and life experience to help adults regain strength, stability and sanity after those life events that shift the sands under our feet. The passing of my husband in 2010, followed by my son in 2013, have led me to understand, on many levels, bereavement/grief and its complicated aftermath. My spiritual beliefs have developed over time and have contributed to the regaining of equilibrium. Ronald Kaplan and I were married by Rabbi Miller at Temple Shalom in 2016. Together we have 5 children and 5 grandchildren.

My educational background includes a Ph.D. from Temple University, four years of study at Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis (where I really learned how to be a therapist), a Certificate from Drexel University for academic studies in neuropsychology and an internship and a post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at Hahnemann University Hospital. I am licensed as a psychologist by the State of New York.

Currently I maintain a part-time private practice in Naples. I view the work I am privileged to do with the people who walk through my door as a labor of love that provides me with a way to give back while staying focused on what matters in this finite lifetime.

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p earl Fishman-thall 6637 Vancouver Ln. Naples, Florida 34104

Home: (239) 353-7818 Cell: (239) 595-9621 Email: pearl1938@aol.com

New Members

scott a ltman donald and Judith Belmont Jason and e llen h arris

Jay and mona Brodsky 4451 Gulf Shore Blvd. N Naples, Florida 34103

Jay Cell: (502) 648-1196 Email: jay.brodsky123@gmail.com mona Cell: (502) 648-1134 Email: jaymonab@gmail.com

Welcome New Members!

Beginning the first Shabbat in December (12/7/2018), our new members’ name badges will display a blue and white Magen David (Star of David) sticker. This sticker will let us all know that this person is new to our One Family (as of July 1, 2018). To our “old” members – when you see this sticker, be sure to welcome this new member, introduce yourself, and share what you love to do at Temple Shalom. A little “Jewish geography” is also in order! To our new members – when you feel you are no longer in need of special introductions, you can easily peel off the sticker. Remember, Ana Maria Tamargo, (atamargo@naplestemple.org ) our Membership Engagement Coordinator, is here to help you connect and engage in Temple life. We hope you feel welcomed and at home with your Temple Shalom Family!

Shalom Chaverim

a n opportunity to Be part oF audacious hospitality at temple shalom Torah teaches us the importance of “welcoming the stranger.” This concept, repeated many times in our ancient texts, is the basis of Audacious Hospitality, an initiative of the Union for Reform Judaism. These values, also values of our Temple Shalom One Family, have led to the formation of Shalom Chaverim (Temple Shalom Friends), a cadre of greeters welcoming members and guests to Temple Shalom for Friday evening Shabbat services.

Members of Shalom Chaverim can be found outside at the curb, in the lobby, in the Sanctuary, and at the Oneg Shabbat. These warm and smiling greeters are an addition to our usual greeters at the podium in the lobby. Shalom Chaverim members will be available to assist members and guests as they arrive at Temple, to help with name badges, to locate prayer books, to assist those with special needs, and to ensure that guests are welcomed and comfortable. Shalom Chaverim members sign up for the dates and assignments of their choice by email. They can participate as often as is comfortable for them. This volunteer opportunity works equally well for long-time members and new members, those who are in the Naples area full time and those who are here seasonally, those who attend services frequently and those who attend less often and for members of all ages. If you would like to join Shalom Chaverim, please contact Andy Karpman at 239-331-2624 or at andy.karpman@gmail.com. Andy will make sure you receive an email with easy instructions and a Shalom Chaverim Handbook.

Jewsicals

tuesday, January 8 at 7:00pm

presented By JeFF m argolis

The Broadway musical theater had its roots in the Yiddish theater in America. Jewish playwrights, lyricists, and composers had a great opportunity to express their passions and have their thoughts appear on the Broadway stage. While in its infancy, the creators of theatrical productions shied away from overt Jewish themes, things began to change in the 1960s. Come and reminisce about some of Broadway’s Jewish themed hits.

Jewish Spirituality

Temple Shalom member and yoga teacher, Missy Balsam will lead this class that will focus on tikkun middot(spiritual and ethical traits), meditation and other mindfulness practices.

Temple Shalom Member and yoga teacher, Missy Balsam will lead this class that will focus on tikkun middot (spirtual and ethical traits), meditation, and other mindfulness practices.

Every other Thursday beginning January 10 12:30pm to 2:30pm 8 sessions Cost - $36 Space is limited

For credit card reservations please call Temple Shalom at 239-455-3030. Checks can be mailed to Temple Shalom 4630 Pine Ridge Rd. Naples, FL 34119

every other thursday Beginning January 10 12:30pm to 2:30pm 8 sessions c ost - $36 space is limited. For credit card reservations please call Temple Shalom at 239-455-3030. Checks can be mailed to: Temple Shalom 4630 Pine Ridge Road Naples, FL 34119

Holocaust Museum Tour 2019 monday,

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January 7, 2019

will Be your

10:00am.

Edwin Black

Award winning NYT bestselling author IBM and The Holocaust, The Farhud, & Financing the Flames

Winner: International Human Rights Award, Moral Compass Award, Justice for All Award, Moral Courage Award, and Drum Major for Justice Award.

intERim Di RECtoR of REligious s Chool Susan Feld, Ed.S.

In the origin of the Chanukah story, there was only enough oil to last one night but it lasted eight nights, longer than was thought possible. Today Chanukah has eight nights to celebrate and so it’s a wonderful time for families to spread out the celebrating, a little bit each night.

The students of the Religious School will celebrate Chanukah with class parties that will include the traditional treat of cooked-in-oil donuts, lighting the menorah, and playing the dreidel game. The dreidel, a spinning top, has four sides with the Hebrew letters: Nun, Gimmel, Hey, and Shin. These letters stand for “Nes Gadol Hayah Sham” which means, “A great miracle happened there.” In Israel, the Shin is replaced with a Pey because the phrase there is “Nes Gadol Hayah Po,” which means “A great miracle happened here!” All these traditions are different ways to commemorate the miracle of Chanukah, here and in Israel.

RELIGIOUS SCHOOL DATES TO KNOW

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sunday 12/9 r eligious school chanukah party sunday 12/16, 12/23, and 12/30 no r eligious school or h eBrew school

January

sunday 1/06 yom h a shoah parent orientation sunday 1/13

6th grade trip to holocaust museum sunday 1/20 no r eligious school or h eBrew school sunday 1/27 4th grade Family program

Chanukah traditions vary amongst families. Some families may select a theme for each night of Chanukah, and their celebrations and gifts reflect that theme. Some families choose one night for tzedakah and instead of receiving gifts, make a donation to a favorite charity chosen by the children. Other families may eat a different traditional Chanukah food each night like potato latkes, sufganiyot or chocolate gelt. Social justice is another theme some families choose to weave into their Chanukah celebrations. Families may opt not to use paper gift wrap and either forgo the wrap or use recyclable fabric bags.

To make the holiday more meaningful, our Religious School students are old enough to understand the underlying lessons of Chanukah. For example, our Religious School teachers talk with the students about the value of driving out darkness with light, of standing up for one’s beliefs, and celebrating religious freedom in our community.

Seyla Cohen

Winding down our autumn celebrations, we are reminded of how thankful we are here at TSP. In our classrooms we teach the children to be thankful for the food they eat, the friends they have, and the love they receive from their families, friends and teachers. The staff at TSP is thankful for the supportive families, the opportunities to teach such wonderful children, and for the incredible school we get to come to every day.

Children love the holidays. Our Temple Shalom Preschool students recently celebrated Thanksgiving with a delicious brunch and an amazing show with our TSP families. With our incredible growth over the last few years, we have expanded and are now hosting an even bigger celebration. With the arrival of December, the children are learning about winter and the celebration of the joyous holiday of Chanukah, commemorating the miracle of our heritage. On December 3, the children of TSP are invited to join us at the Chanukah Community Celebration and Candle Lighting Ceremony in Mercato. On December 5, we will have our in-school Chanukah Sing-a-long starring our favorite singers – our TSP children. Following the performance they will celebrate in the classrooms with latkes, sufganiyot, dreidels and gelt. This is a very special event of the year filled with laughter, songs and happiness.

Beginning December 17, TSP children will be traveling the globe during our annual “Around the World” Week. They will be cruising, flying, and traveling across different countries. Every day they will be visiting a new and exciting country, completing their journey in Israel celebrating Shabbat, singing songs, eating challah and sampling different foods from Israel. Once again, TSP will be opening its doors for our Winter Camp when the regular preschool is closed for vacation. Children ages 2-6 can come for a day or the week to play with their friends, sing, cook, and enjoy science and arts and crafts. Registration is now open for Winter Camp which will be held December 26 – January 4.

Registration is also open for our Little Cubs class which begins January 7th. This nurturing class is open to our youngest TSP children. The class is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00am– 12:30pm. A limited number of spots are still available. Call now to register. For further information on any of our wonderful programs, please contact Seyla Cohen, Preschool Director at (239)455-3227. From our family to yours we wish you a Happy Chanukah and peaceful and healthy New Year.

TSP Cubs having a great time in the multipurpose room. The children love playing with the parachute.

B’nai Mitzvah

e liza Beth p eltz 12.01.2018

Elizabeth Samantha Peltz is a 7th grader at Gulfview Middle School. Elizabeth is an avid volleyball player and she plays for both her middle school team and for USA South on the 13’s Premier National travel team. At school, Elizabeth is in the Junior National Honor Society, maintains Honor Role, is a “We Dine Together” Ambassador, and she is also a school Senator. Elizabeth has been named student of the month at school because she is consistently seen going out of her way to do what she can to help other students and staff have a better day. Elizabeth has a passion for animals and has helped to train and donate a Collier County Sheriff’s Department Narcotics K9. She has now adopted a retired racing Greyhound. She plans to do therapy work with “Mick” and visit both retirement homes, and hospitals in the hopes she can brighten someone’s day. For her Mitzvah project, Elizabeth volunteered at the Humane Society of Naples. Lastly, Elizabeth is a devoted, caring, and loving daughter.

e itan doryoseph 12.08.2018

Eitan Doryoseph is Ruth Dorfman’s grandson. Eitan lives in Haifa, Israel. He was born in Cambridge, MA and made Aliya with his family at the age of 2 ½. He is in 7th grade at the Reali School. Eitan plays basketball in a competitive league. He also enjoys rock climbing, baking, cooking, playing video games and watching cooking shows on TV. His bar mitzvah in Naples will be the first of two bar mitzvahs. The second will take place at the Reform Congregation Ohel Avraham-Leo Baeck in Israel.

Mazel Tov!

Wedding good n eWs

Mazel tov to Ellen and Ed Wollman on the marriage of their son Bradley Michael Wollman to Goldie Medora James. The happy couple tied the knot at an intimate ceremony in Miami on November 18. Best wishes to Goldie and Bradley for a long life together filled with happiness, health and prosperity.

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Mazel tov to Peggy and Mark Albrecht on the birth of their first granchild, a girl, born on Tuesday, November 13 to proud parents Stacey and Arno Yurk.

i F you have good news you would like to share with the community please let us know at JF ischer @naplestemple .org

School

Naples

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have signed letters of intent to compete in collegiate golf. Josh will be attending Carnegie Mellon and Harrison will attend the University of Pennsylvania. Congratulations to both young men! Your Temple Shalom family is very proud of you.

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Happy Birthday!

1 Vickie Nolen 11 Rachel Cohen 16 Kenarette Corl 23 Gloria Mellman

Helene Gordon Jane Perman Eric Hochman Sandra Korn 2 Joan Toder Sandra Epstein Michael Marks Jacque Lynn Paulson

Susan Pittelman Stephen Cohen Elizabeth Pirrone 24 Elliott Singer 3 Anthony Solomon 12 Dan Abrams Sandy Spector Samuel Varsano 4 Lydia Bond Joel Lipman Louise Warshauer 25 Julia Harris

Rogerio Santos 13 Roberta Macchio Tiffany Fireman Richard Matties Phyllis Seaman Eileen Cohen Rachel Hinchliffe Marla Weiss Nancy Reilly Bobbie Lublin 17 Stuart Warshauer 26 Stephen Brazina Ellen Salup 14 Gayle Dorio Franklin Paulson Gail Lanznar 5 Suzanne Gopman Mark Malone 18 Michael Swartz 27 Jeff Waranch

John Reilly Cari Johnson Ronald Altman Margo Rosenfeld 6 Leda Lubin Ronald Radin Abbie Sladick 28 Debra Wyman Josh Isenberg Riva Szrajbman Henry Kraus 29 William Herbst

Edward Feldman 15 Mark Wasserman Susan Waldman 30 David Feinstein

Edward Cohen Helene Naimon 19 Gwen Zack 31 Connie Krotick Susan Sokolik Richard Toder Ana Garro Joyce Levy Jason White Harvey Cohen 21 Stephen Bacharach Irving Epstein 7 Milton Moses Sanford Sirkus Jack Wiadro Diana Steinhouse Robert Landy Adrea Kofman Helaine Lender Pauline Hendel 8 Debby Waranch Adam Goldstein Amy Lademann 9 Thomas Carlstrom Keren Alpert 10 Philip Freeman

Howard Moeckler

Jessica Shwedel

Jeffrey Eisenstein Rudy Bershadski

3 Neil and Irina Koppel 22 Nancy and Michael Hurwitz 4 Barry and Judy Freedman Fran and Rob Nossen Steven and Helile Picheny 23 Paul and Alla Colon 6 Josh and Marcia Buckman Ed and Helen Rosenthal 9 Rhonda and Steve Brazina Arlene and Bob Subin 12 Judit and Richard Price 25 David and Stephanie Portman 13 Harriet and Myron Hirsch 26 Michael and Marsha Goldstein 14 Vivi and Dan Goldsmith Elaine and Geoffrey Porter 15 Anthony DeLuca and Lynne Buxton Dave and Sue Waldman 16 Sandy and Richard Cohen 27 Gabriel and Lucia Kohn 17 Rosalie and Perry Switzen Warren and Pam Krangel 18 Beverly and Howard Moeckler Barry and Mary-Beth Levitz 20 Ina and Richard Barr 28 Todd and Lauren Brodie 21 Marty and Karen Cohn 29 David and Tiziana Marchante Lisa and Dale Katz 31 Bill and Helene Gillingham

7 Arnold Rubin

Thelma Baker

Charles Berger

14 Louis Broadman

Alan Dessoff

Edward Fishman

14 Theodore Fink

21 Lawrence Wasserman

Sarah Tannenhaus Mitchell Weis

Abe Skurow

David Golant

Nathan Grossman Ardmore Thompson Frieda Zahn David Warshauer

Steven Bluhm Sally Anderson 21 Amy Albin Shirley Fink

Flora Salat Marion Anderson

Seymour Merker Estelle Herman Max Chervitz

Kenneth Freedman Thelma Weiss Justin Wolfe

Lena Burke David Friedman

Agnes Rosen Robert Fuchs

Steve Shore Barbara Miller

Esrael Bassewitz 28 Martha Rubin

Hannah Drucker Henry Goldberg Max Bassin Shelly Rubinfeld

Ruth Rivkin Sherry Hyman Stephen Bell Sadie Yount Arthur Fidel Samuel Cantor Tullia Santini Edward Berger

Jean Geren Charlotte Freschel David Goldenblatt Abraham Citrin Samuel Hacker Morris Freschel Minnie Brodsky Richard Diamond Fanny Millstein Sydnor Shatz Solomon Cahan Henrietta Feldblum Helen Fritz Sam Bender Celia Cristall Richard Flagel

Sidney Goldberg Mary Glassman Zaki Gordon Samuel Freeman Mollie Berliss Rose Shapiro

Harry Einhorn Ida Friedman Howard Wohlmuth Herman Jaffe Frances Israel Louis Fritz Izadore Werber Alice Cohn Gloria Molasky Stanley Goodman

Nicki Holden Julius Schmitzer Beatrice Frankel Besie Wolkowitz Beatrice Glenn Samuel Katz Stephanie Freedman Annette Rosenberg Rose Dinaburg Gloria Kushnir Philip Dorfman Jerome Glenn

Ruth Freedman Evelyn Davis Bess Girsh Max Glassman

Jacob Schroeder David Cotler David Appelbaum Isidore Cohen

Joseph Rubenstein Morris Loinger Dorothy Berliss Lamont Kaplan Philip Kaster Bessie Kessler Ann Hendler Bess Schlimer Robert Shifren Clare Nusbaum Mollie Turken Edward Kleban Sam Birnbaum Ruth Poplock Azrael Brandwynne Marc Kranz

Beatrice Lorber Samuel Raichlen Frieda Freeman Larry Braen Meyer Palay Fredric Raichlen Jeanette Nichols Ethel Lubin Harry Chemerow Herbert Mackoff Pauline Shifren Rosa May Frank Ruth Rodman Mary Rosenfeld Meyer Cohen Morris Katz

Steven Saperstein Max Missel Sam Klein Lois Rashbaum Ted Sernovitz Maurice Rubner Samuel Schwalb Harry Hershfield N. Arthur Wasserman Marion San Filippo Lena Ansfield Edward Dendooven David Mendick Leon Bush Irwin Spiegel Emma Karlin William Smith Boris Ostrovsky Gertrude Randall William Lewis Denny Pollack Bernard Shnider Gertrude Mackoff Sylvia Sherman Pearl Solomon Rose Siegel Abraham Hurvitz Sarah Goodman

Samuel Wasserman Minette Sissman Gertrude Gerber Bernard Pastor Philip Datz Harry Snyder Rubin Schwab Joel Jaffe

14 Martin Adlestein Molly Starman Dr. Hyman Shapiro Shirley Specter Norman Antzis May Lipton Jennie Teitelbaum Meyer Silverstein Eva Barr Max Tucker Russell Smith III Minnie Wolf Evelyn Brenner Morris Treiser Frank Schiff David Goldsmith Esther Berkowitz

Recently Deceased

(as of 11/11/18)

Albert Jacobson - Uncle of Scott Weinstein

Janet Pashin - Mother of Joan Vogel

Stanley Thall - Husband of Pearl Fishman-Thall

SISTERHOOD

Join us on December 11 at Temple Shalom for a special luncheon featuring Hazzan Farid Dardashti. He is a highly skilled tenor, has devoted his career to being a “congregational hazzan” and has dedicated his life to his family, to Judaism and to his music. The New York Times acclaimed Cantor has focused on the perpetuation of Jewish musical traditions – touching the hearts of the audiences for which he performs, the lives of the students he teaches and all those who share with him in the spirituality of the synagogue service.

Mark your calendars for the Mah Jongg tournament on January 8. The tournament includes breakfast, a Chinese luncheon, a fabulous Chinese auction and cash prizes!

Please join Book Bag on December 20, as Helen Weinfeld facilitates a discussion of “The Alice Network” by Kate Quinn.

Please support the 2019-2021 Temple Shalom Membership Directory, Sisterhood’s biggest biennial fundraiser. Make sure you’ve submitted any corrections to your contact information prior to the deadline date of December 3.

s istERhooD PREsi DEnt

Carole Flegel

If you haven’t already joined Sisterhood, please consider doing so. Your support is greatly appreciated. The Sisterhood Judaica Shop is the only Judaica Shop in the Greater Naples area. Please visit for the best selection of Chanukah supplies in Southwest Florida! Happy Chanukah!

Feel free to contact me with any questions at 239-248-4487 or templeshalomsisterhood@gmail.com.

temple shalom sisterhood i nvites you!

Bring us your pop tops! when you pop a top oFF your soda can, don ’t throw it away. c ollect as many as you can and Bring them to temple shalom. sandy stone and the sisterhood send them oFF to the ronald m acdonald house . the pop tops are recycled with the proceeds BeneF itting the children and Families staying there . p lace your pop tops in a Baggie and drop them oFF in the sisterhood mail Box in the temple oFF ice .

luncheon and program tuesday, decemBer 11 at 11:30am Farid dardashti, From p ersian pop singer to nota Ble c antor

Iranian born Farid Dardashti has devoted his life to Judaism and music as a cantor, pop singer and opera star. He will share his story and magical singing and chanting. For members: $25 Non-members and guests: $ $28 Sponsor: $50 Send checks to Barbara Druckman, 23803 Amalfi Coast Rd., Bonita Springs 34135 Or use Pay Pal on the Temple website under Sisterhood Information: Barbara Druckman 239-947-6863 Barbaradruckman@gmail.com don ’t Forget to sign up For the m ah Jongg tournament!

Invites you to an evening of Fine Dining and Entertainment

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre

Saturday evening, February 23, 2019 Dinner from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Performance at 7:30 p.m.

$85.00 per person (Gratuities included, bar extra)

BE A PATRON! Send an additional $25.00 to be listed in our Program Book. Larger listings are available at $100 for one-third page, $150 for one-half page, $200 for two-thirds page and $300 for a full page. If you are unable to attend, you can still be a patron! Call 353-5963 for more information.

Please support this major fundraising effort. Proceeds benefit Temple Shalom’s educational programs for children as well as other worthy causes.

Your tickets and seats will be available at the Men’s Club table at the theatre on the evening of the performance.

Please complete and detach this reservation form and mail, together with your check (payable to “Temple Shalom Men’s Club”) to: Gene Katz, 5804 Cinzano Ct., Naples, Florida 34119.

Temple Shalom: (239) 455-3030

Gene Katz: (239) 353-5963

Name: Telephone number: Address: _

Number of tickets: @ $85.00 each = $

On the back of this form, please write the names of people you wish to sit with. We will try to accommodate you on a first-come-first-served basis.

Reservations must be received by February 8, 2019.

Yes, please list me as a Patron in the Program Book for $25.00.

Total:

+ $25 (optional)

with a completed endowment giF t oF $10,000 or more you will Become a memBer oF our eternal l ight society.

charita Ble deduction is

a live

As we approach year-end, we repeat an earlier article about how to maximize the deductibility of charitable contributions as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). The TCJA brought a slate of changes to the tax code, including an increase to the standard deduction, limitations to some deductions, and elimination of personal exemptions. However, the TCJA enhanced the deduction for charitable contributions by raising the limit that can be contributed in any one calendar year.

Due to the higher standard deduction, fewer filers are expected to itemize their deductions in the future. However, filers who plan their charitable gifts may be able to get themselves over the new standard deduction and itemize, if they use a strategy called "bunching." With bunching you would give the same amount of dollars that you would over a two-year period, but you bunch them into one year. Bunching in one year will help you itemize deductions where you couldn't otherwise. Here's what you should know about bunching your charitable gifts. The charitable giving deduction remains for taxpayers who itemize. Under the new law, this break is limited to 60 percent of adjusted gross income for cash gifts, but you can carry forward up to five years any amount that exceeds that. Single donors whose itemized deductions fall short of the $12,000 standard deduction threshold ($24,000 if married) can itemize on their taxes if they supercharge their giving in one year.

Consider that a married couple claims the maximum property tax deduction of $10,000 and also paid $10,000 in mortgage interest in a year. They will still need at least $4,001 of charitable gifts in order to hit — and surpass — the $24,000 standard deduction threshold. If this couple normally gives $4,000 to charity annually, they can accelerate the gift by cramming in two years of donations into one tax year. This way, they itemize on their taxes one year and take the standard deduction the next. Of course, people don’t give to charity just to get a tax deduction, but the deduction doesn’t hurt either. This year, if you want to boost your tax savings beyond the new standard deduction, consider giving away some of your wealth.

-A. Stephen Kotler, Esq., Endowment Committee Member

You will become a member of our Legacy Society with your signed letter of intent to make a gift in the future.

Your support helps programs like Music with Miss Jane continue.

operations Funds general Fund

Support Temple operations c apital r eserve Maintain and enhance buildings and grounds security Fund

Improve safety and security tree oF l iFe

Each ‘Rock’ and ‘Star of David’ is a donation of $540.00; each ‘Leaf ’ is $240.00. The contribution must be received in its entirety before engraving is ordered. triBute g arden Enhance garden, buildings and grounds. Dedication opportunities are available.

worship Funds

m emorial Fund

Donations in memory of loved ones william Freschel k iddush Fund

Provide Kiddush Lunch each Saturday following worship services. A $150 donation sponsors Kiddush in honor of a special someone or occasion.

Flower Fund

Bimah flowers each Shabbat. A $100.00 donation sponsors flowers in memory or in honor of a special someone or occasion. m itzvah Baskets Fund

Bimah food baskets for Shabbat. A $100 donation purchases several hundred dollars of food for JFCS.

dr . p hilip & shirley gil Bert music Fund

Enhances music at Temple Shalom prayer Book Fund

Prayerbooks and Torah commentaries. Prayerbooks - $54, Torah commentary - $100 High Holy Days prayerbooks (set) - $108 e ducation

Funds

a dult education Fund

Enhance adult education programs r eligious school Fund Supplies and activities for Jewish learning in Religious and Hebrew Schools r eligious school e nrichment Fund

Augments the Religious and Hebrew School educational programming. polster r eligious school scholarship Fund

Religious and Hebrew School scholarships for students in need Ben c almenson Fund

Sponsors children to attending Camp Coleman

TZEDAKAH

Joseph s . wein Feld Faculty development Fund

Curriculum and teaching skill enrichment activities for Sunday and Hebrew School teachers youth activities Fund

Financial support for our youth to attend Camp Coleman, to take part in regional/ national youth conventions, and summer in Israel experiences. preschool Fund

Supplies and activities for the Preschool preschool e nrichment Fund

Books, magazines and media for children and adolescents

a r By l ipman children's l iBrary

For the purchase of children and adolescent books and magazine subscriptions, and supplies Jack and charlotte ward

Family children's music shel F Audio and video music for children e ndowment Funds general e ndowment

To secure the future, enrich programs and provide for emergency needs of the congregation h er Bert & ruth a Bramson e ndowment

To supplement general operations and provide enrichment for Temple functions honey Berkle e ndowment

Support overall mission of Temple Shalom paula Brody & m errill h assen Feld e ndowment

Support operating and capital expenses k raus scholar i n r esidence e ndowment

To bring visiting scholars to the Temple as an educational benefit to the membership l ow Family e ndowment

To secure the future of Temple Shalom and Reform Judaism in Southwest Florida temple shalom sisterhood e ndowment Fund

To support the religious school truly nolen Family e ndowment

To support the overall mission of Temple Shalom

Janet & howard solot e ndowment

For general charitable uses and purposes clergy & l eadership Funds

r a BBi m iller’s discretionary Fund

For tzedakah, charitable purposes,and general enhancement of the Rabbi's work

c antor a zu's discretionary Fund

For tzedakah, charitable purposes and general enhancement of the Cantor's work l eadership Fund

Enhance and enrich leadership programs at Temple Shalom

l iBrary Fund

r a BBi James & Jane p erman l iBrary Books, magazine subscriptions and supplies social

action Fund

david and l illian thalen Feld Fund For social Justice

Support Temple’s participation in social justice events and activities

oneg

sha BBat Fund

Sponsors Onegs in celebration of an event or to honor someone. This fund is administered by Temple Shalom Sisterhood. Please contact Sandy Stone (239) 597-1553.

c antor a zu ’s discretionary Fund i n m emory oF: Bob Ross by Marilyn Ross i n m emory oF a mir m ashadi by Sheila & Howard Agranat, Randi & Willian Barr, Nina & Moises Levy, Ida & Jeff Margolis, Debby & Jeff Waranch, Maxine & Harvey Brenner, Bobbie & Gene Katz, Carol Swartz & David Malakoff, Mae Riefberg, Lanie & Marty Samuels, Carol & Gene Simon, Helen Weinfeld, Ina & Richie Barr, Katie & Harvey Cohen, Mignon & Stanley Farb, Susan & Jay Weiss, Michael Pierce, Janet & Howard Solot, Sherry & Stephen Pino, Shelly Berkle, Lillian & Larry Rothenberg, Doris & Alan Adlestein, Harriet & Merlin Lickhalter, Lauren & Todd Brodie, Dave Citrin, Barb & Len Cutler, Eloyse & David Fisher, Jeanette & Glenn Fischer, Sandy & Len Schuman, Judi & Dan Spintman, Randi Butterworth, Seyla & Barry Cohen, Shellie Specter & Bob Davidson, Carol & Marv Weisberg, Judy & Phil Ciorciari, Beryl & Towfig Arjmand, Anne & Mark Rubin, RosaLee & Will Rudman, Carol & Burton Hirsch, Bunny Levere, Shirley & Bob Bassin, Paula Brody & Merrill Hassenfeld, Susan & Nat Ritter, Carolyn & Tracey Roth, Sandy Stone, Suzann & Steve Yussen, Linda & Marc Simon, Karen & Stanley Deutsch, Deborah & Robert Fidel, Fern & Andrew Jaffe, Jewish Congregation of Marco Island, Jane & Lester Friedberg, Stacy & David Braverman, Sue & Chuck Center, Susan & Joel Pittelman

dr . p hilip & shirley gil Bert music Fund

i n m emory oF:

Amir Mashadi by Michael Rubner, Jane & Rabbi James Perman

DONATIONS TO TEMPLE SHALOM

general Fund

i n m emory oF:

Alan Silbovitz by Karyn & Rowan Samuel

Isabelle Seidman, Roslyn Burns, Robert Seidman by Judy & Phil Ciorciari

Robert Ross by Dana & Elliott Corn

David Brick by Helene & Bernie Weiss

Len Feiman by Donald Feiman

Bob Ross by Steven Zeidner, Debbie & Arnold Most, Ruth & Conrad Heisman, Nina Iser, Lawrence & Joan Cohen, Julie Ross

Dick Kravitz by Jo Kravitz

Donna Oshry Highstein by Sam Oshry

Susan Wareck by Carol & Michael Levy

Ilene Helfand by Gene Helfand

Sidney Gordon, Ray Gordon by Ellen & Michael Gordon

Joseph Dessoff by Nancy & Ed Colodny

Edward Speiser by Blanche & Mark Speiser

Mary Grossman by Debby & Jeff Waranch

Samuel Steinhouse by Diana & Carl Steinhouse Goldie Ross by Marilyn Ross i n honor oF:

Gene Katz on his 85th birthday by Barb & Len Cutler, Linda & Jerry Wainick

Sheldon Starman and his Michigan Wolverines i n a ppreciation: By Elaine Chase By Elizabeth & J. Kevin Smith

Of HHD Services by Janice Margolin, Joann & Daniel Roth, David Steckler, Sydell & Michael Zimmerman r eligious school i n m emory oF:

Karen Ciorciari by Judy & Phil Cirociari Allen Katz by Al & Roz Katz william Freschel k iddush Fund i n m emory oF:

Harriet Modlin, Arthur Bassewitz, P. Peter Bassewitz, Sara Bassewitz, Michael Glaser, Max Bassewitz, Mildred Bassewitz, Pearl Glaser, and Amir Mashadi by Bobbi Bassewitz Murray Cassell by Brian Cassell i n honor oF:

Sheldon Starman on his 75th birthday by Jane & Rabbi Jim Perman i n a ppreciation: By RosaLee & Will Rudman Flower Fund i n honor oF:

Alexis Heuer on her becoming a Bat Mitzvah by Stephanie & Neil Heuer

Eitan Doryoseph becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Ruth Dorfman

Zachary Braverman becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Stacy & David Braverman m itzvah Food Basket Fund i n m emory oF: Marvin Tucker by Randi Barr i n honor oF:

Eitan Doryoseph becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Ruth Dorfman

Zachary Braverman becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Stacy & David Braverman temple security Fund i n m emory oF:

Sarah Shaw by Jane & Paul Shaw

Robert Millstone by Susan & Nat Ritter

Amy Post by Debra Laites & Ben Post

Rhoda Levine by Jane & Paul Shaw

Rose Mallinger by Marc & Linda Simon

r a BBi m iller’s discretionary Fund i n m emory oF:

Sonny Raichlien by Cecille Raichlen

Blanche Sernovitz by Millie & James Sernovitz

Rebecca Snyder by Carol & Marv Weisberg

Sherman Krivit by Carol & Burton Hirsch

Hattie Berman by Mardelle & Bennett Berman

Bob Ross by Audrey Marcus, Betty & Thomas Ross

Gertrude Frankel, Joseph Brenner by Maxine & Harvey Brenner Herman Gold, Saul Ertag by Eileen & Bill Ertag Marcus Gish by Alice & Javk Gish Mona Popkin by Celia Deifik i n honor oF:

Jacob Samuel becoming a Bar Mitzvah by Karyn & Rowan Samuel i n a ppreciation:

By Lisa & Richard Mair

By Herman Tarnow Bob Ross by Marilyn Ross i n a ppreciation: Michelle Sodini-Rubin & Paul Rubin r a BBi James and Jane p erman l iBrary i n m emory oF: Leo Morrison, Iris Abel by Jean Morrison Elinor Hayum by Robert Hayum e ndowment Fund i n m emory oF: Amir Mashadi by Fran & Rob Nossen P. Peter Bassewitz by Lisa & Harold Lauber Bob Ross by Ellen & Steve Goldberg l ow Family e ndowment Fund i n m emory oF: Rose Jaffe by Liz & Alan Jaffe i n honor oF: Alexis Heuer becoming a Bat Mitzvah honey Berkle e ndowment Fund i n m emory oF: Sophie Berkle by Shelly Berkle shalom preschool & k indergarten e nrichment Fund i n m emory oF: Clara Ganzman by Wendy Riedel Evelyn Alexander by Cheryl & Ed Alexander i n a ppreciation: Of Jane Galler by Karyn & Rowan Samuel By Simone & Michael Marks

Joseph s . wein Feld Faculty development Fund i n m emory oF:

Sylvia Kassalow, Everett Kassalow by Lynn & Richard Prosten l illian and david thalen Feld Fund For social Justice i n m emory oF: Sadie Walkenberg, Jacob Beitchman, Frank Walkenberg a dult education Fund i n m emory oF: Lottie Riedel by Wendy Riedel youth activities Fund i n m emory oF: Theodore Bollt by Laurie & Roberto Bollt triBute g arden i n m emory oF: Lillian Koplovsky by Lee Kaye

Builder $250 Rick and Ellaine Rosen Ed and Helen Rosenthal

Above Beyond

Living, Loving, and Sharing Judaism

Ida and Jeff Margolis Gil Rashbaum Ed and Lori Cohen Stanley and Mignon Farb Nancy and Terry Meyer Susan and Nat Ritter Barbara Druckman Susan and Jeffrey Feld Robin and Andy Mintz Arlene and Bob Subin Lin and Gary Dworkin Carole and Jason Flegel Cindy and Mark Nusbaum Joel Waltzer Victoria Cooper and Alan Einhorn Alan and Eva Freeman Ronnie and Mel Poplock Hetty, Scott, and Michael Weinstein Susan and Yale Freeman Alice and Jack Gish David and Stephanie Portman Bernie and Helene Weiss Ken and Diana Goldstein Jeri Hall and Ted Goldberg Paul Rosofsky Jay and Susan Weiss Bruce Graev Matty Hasson Rowan and Karyn Samuel p illar $1,000 Lon Gratz and Jane Schiff

Lyle and Gloria Rosenzweig Ivan Seligman, M.D. Michael and Arlene Sobol Sheryl and Lee Spielman Sheldon and Betsy Starman Gail and Mel Ufberg Allen and Marla Weiss Joan Werhane Wilbur and Carole Yellin Judy and Mel Zahn r a BBi’s circle $10,000 p illar $1,000 Friend $500 i / we c are Anonymous Veora and John Little Myra Shapiro Howie and Sheila Agranat Myra and Mort Friedman Scott and Simone Lutgert Jessica and Scott Shwedel Irvin and Annette Blass Stuart and Estelle Price Ralph and Bonnie Mandell David and Gay Silberg Burt and Arlene Blustein Anne and Mark Rubin Jennifer Siegal-Miller and Adam Miller Gene and Carol Simon Lydia Bond Don and Arlene Shapiro Vickie Nolen Russell and Gail Smith Gerry and Eleanor Bonder Janet and Howard Solot Judi Palay Marshall and Pat Sutker Sandy and Ira Broadman supporter $5,000 Marcelle Reiss Zdenka Tichy and Eric Wasser Judy and Neil Cohen Shelly Berkle Mae Riefberg Mark and Leslie Wasserman Bob Davidson and Shellie Specter The Kaufman Family Naida and Mike Rodman Susan and Alvin Wichard Robyn Deering Michael Pierce Irene Smith Barbara Winthrop Linda Denning Michael and Phyllis Seaman Judi and Dan Spintman Beth and Brian Wolff Sandy and Irv Epstein Michal Wiesler Sandy Stone Builder $250 Ruth and Kal Faye sponsor $2,000 Nancy White Cheryl and Ed Alexander Helene Fuchs Anonymous Nancy and Jack Wiadro Randi Barr Geraldine and Nelson Glueck Edward and Judith Anchel Debbie and Barry Zvibleman Bob and Shirley Bassin Gene Helfand Carol Clarke Friend $500 Stanley Berger Lisa and Dale Katz Barb and Len Cutler Phyllis Barolsky Arthur and Susan Bookbinder Bill Kaye David Dembo Irv Berzon Ted and Nancy Brother Ira and Barbara Kushnir Deborah and Bob Fidel Bonnie Bodin Larry and Lois Cohen Dottie Magen Rachel and Howard Gutman Maria Bollt Mimi and Buzz Cohn Mark Malone and Frances Kline Fran and Rob Nossen Adrienne and Kenneth Charak Harvey and Cissy Dezen

Michael Horowitz Lanie and Marty Samuels Anonymous Linda Hamburger Larry and Wendy Israelite James and Millie Sernovitz Chad Atkins and Debra Antzis Bob Hayum Ron and Arline Kaplan Bruce and Carol Sherman Jane Berger Fredda and David Isaacson Alan and Corky Kaplan Mark Shiffman and Allison Tucker Bennett and Mardelle Berman Al and Roz Katz Peter and Anne Klein Ann and Mike Swartz Iris Bland

Bobbie and Gene Katz

Henry Kraus Rosalie and Perry Switzen Todd and Lauren Brodie

Toby Kleban Levine

Jo Kravitz Jan and Shelly Whitman Marty and Karen Cohn Ron and Lin Klein

Carol and Larry Kurlander Arlene Yedid Peter and Myra Cristall

Gail and Howard Lanznar Hilda and Marty Levine

Barry and Mary-Beth Levitz Sandi and Burt Zucker Jennifer and Marc Fleischer

Suzann and Steve Yussen Karen and Stan Deutsch David Lipman

Jim and Jane Perman Godfrey Levy Steph Zurick Fern and Andrew Jaffe Judy and Chuck Picus Shelley and Jacob Lieb Merrylee and Joseph Kandel Debbie Laites and Ben Post Nancy Brown and Bill Maltby Byron and Joan Krantz

Judit and Richard Price Martin Millender Gracia Kuller

Wendy Riedel

Marty Nicolau Nina and Moises Levy Barbara and Loren Rosenbach

Susan and Joel Pittelman Michael and Carol Levy

Michael Rubner

Susan and Jack Rabin Sandy and Len Schuman Micki and Bob Ravitz

Classic Masterpieces with Joey Wenda Acclaimed soloist, pursuing his oboe performance Doctorate. Haydn, Sinfonia No. 48, Mozart Oboe Concerto & Mendelssohn, Symphony No. 4, “The Italian”.

Broadway Melodies with Jessica Grové Recently on Broadway in “A Little Night Music”. Selections from “My Fair Lady”, “Wizard of Oz” & “Guys and Dolls”. February 2nd at 7pm & February 3rd at 3:30pm

MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US

Bending the a rc toward moral Justice - movies that m atter

We at Temple Shalom are accustomed to working on projects in hopes they will move the world toward justice. We sponsor a Tikkun Olam committee to discover ways to be effective in repairing the world. We ask for High Holy Days donations to The Harry Chapin Food Bank to help those affected by food insecurity. On Mitzvah Day, we pile into the Temple and toil for hours. We co-sponsor events like a film festival dedicated to embracing the struggles for human rights. We know the day is long and the work is hard. But we willingly do it.

The next “Movies That Matter” film demonstrates how another dedicated group worked to bend the arc toward moral justice. In a tiny Haitian hillside community more than 30 years ago, Paul Farmer, then still in medical school, clocked long hours to provide basic health care in a local clinic. Joined by co-founders Dr. Jim Yong Kim, Ophelia Dahl, Todd McCormack and Thomas White, Dr. Farmer created Partners In Health to deliver world-class health care to impoverished villagers. It is now the largest nonprofit health care provider in Haiti, and an inspiration to others worldwide. These improbable heroes, barely past their teens, are the focus of the 2017 documentary Bending the Arc, which details the struggle to provide the often-ignored poor with what the PIH founders deem a human right: quality health care. Combining inexperience with idealism, they explored new ways to deliver health care. They formed partnerships with the patients themselves. They adopted a revolutionary but controversial model based on medical anthropology. They trained their neighbors, impoverished Haitian villagers, to become health care workers. Most impressive, these pioneers treated diseases that experts had long ignored because they were considered too difficult, and too expensive, to treat in those who could not pay. Now that’s bending the arc!

Movies That Matter

BENDING THE ARC

Monday, December 10 at 6:00pm South Regional Library 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy Naples, FL 34113

The story of Dr. Paul Farmer and others who work on the frontlines of the global health crisis to prove the difference dedicated professionals can make in what may seem to be hopeless situations. Venue sponsor: South Regional Library

This will be the final film in the “Movies That Matter” festival. It is fitting that this is set for Monday, December 10—the 70th anniversary of the United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights. Expect the screening at 6:00 p.m. at South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples. Dr. Allen Menkin will facilitate the discussion and Q & A session to follow the film. a dmission For this last F ilm in the series, like the others, is Free But

Post-film discussion with: Skyler Badenoch, CEO, Hope for Haiti Stephanie Vick, M.S., B.S.N., R.N., Administrator, Collier County Health Department Dr. Phil Regala, Naples-based orthopedic surgeon active with voluntary medical groups

donation is $10. sponsors help cover expenses so the F ilm can Be availa Ble to anyone

their a Bility to pay For tickets. to learn a Bout sponsorships, contact tim at the holocaust museum, 239-263-9200, or via e-mail tim@holocaustmuseumsw F l .org. to rsvp

www.holocaustmuseum

- Carole J. Greene

wednesday, decemBer 6 at 1:00pm & tuesday, decemBer 11 at 6:00pm do you like to Bead? this program BeneF its the children oF the guadalupe center . there is a minimal cost oF $18 unless you Bring your own supplies. c ontact c arol hirsch at chirsch1951@gmail .com For more in Formation.

Presented by

Ken Goldstein tikkun olam CounCil Chai R

a re you g ood For nothing?

Amother was having trouble with her 10 year old son. He was behaving just like a 10 year old boy by acting up and doing some naughty things. She tried to punish him each time by sending him to his room but that didn’t seem to work. She finally sat him down for a talk. “Why are you being so bad? What does it take for you to be good?” Her son responded, “I’ll be good if you buy me a new computer game. I’ll be good if you buy me a new baseball glove.” Frustrated, the mother says, “Why can’t you be more like your father? He is good for nothing!” Many of our members give their time and energy to volunteer at the Naples Senior Center, the Guadalupe Center and The Harry Chapin Food Bank just to name a few of the many volunteer opportunities here in Southwest Florida. They don’t get any newspaper articles about the work they do nor do they get to do interviews on television. They certainly don’t get paid. You might say they are just “good for nothing.”

The Tikkun Olam Council contacted St. Matthew’s House about volunteering by serving meals on Christmas Day. If you want to join us, please go to the www.stmatthewshouse.org and register as a volunteer. You will find the registration under the “Ways to Help” section of their website. You can also call Michelle Mendoza, Volunteer Coordinator, at (239) 774-0500 ext. 114. What better way to spend part of your Christmas Day than by helping others and being…good for nothing!

For more information about volunteering at St. Matthew’s House on Christmas Day or about getting involved with the Tikkun Olam Council please contact Ken Goldstein at kengoldstein@mac.com

need temporary assitance with meals because of an illness, recent hospital stay or loss of a loved one, we can prepare a meal for you.

the c ompassionate Friends oF sw F l

I am a bereaved parent. On January 26, 2009, my oldest daughter, Shelli, died from a brain tumor at 26 years old. Even though we received an outpouring of support from our family, friends and Temple Shalom family it seemed that no one really understood the depth of grief that my husband, Ron, and I were experiencing. We attended various bereavement groups but most dealt with the loss of a spouse or parent. Our grief was different; it was out of order. It was hard to wrap our heads around this tragic loss and all we wanted was for someone to show us how to navigate this “new normal.” Then one day a friend told me about Compassionate Friends, a bereavement support group for parents who have lost a child, so we decided to go to a meeting. As we sat in the room with other parents we heard them talk about the same feelings that we had and we realized then that we were not alone in our grief and that these parents understood what we were going through. Compassionate Friends became our life line that day and has remained so today. Compassionate Friends is a nonprofessional, peer to peer organization run by parents and grandparents who have all experienced the loss of their child or children.

The mission of The Compassionate Friends says “When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.”

Our local chapter, The Compassionate Friends of Southwest Florida holds two meetings a month: The 2nd Monday of the Month at Vineyards Community Park @ 7pm 6231 Arbor Blvd., Naples, FL 34119 The 4th Saturday of the Month at Unity Bonita @ 9am 28285 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Please contact us at (239) 690-7801, info@tcfswfl.org, or www.tcfswfl.org

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Federation Shabbat with Choir 7:30pm

Bar Mitzvah of Daniel & Tom Isakov

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Religious School 9:00am

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