(2M IE NIIN3 lag fE DEILE I 5725 WALNUT LAKE ROAD • WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48323 • 810-661-5700 • FAX: 810-661-1302 other NOI officials. Put them on every Jewish press release list that we can find. In Atlanta alone, there are 24 synagogues and about 70 Jewish organiza- tions. Many of them have a va- riety of newsletters. Who would want all of that crammed into their mailbox? Not enough? Put him on the fax list, too. We'll send our public relations spokespersons around to keep telling the media, "He doesn't like to admit it, but he loves us. In fact, his supposed attacks are his way of saying, Tm with you; don't forget me. " We should also offer Louis Farrakhan a few awards. After all, he's done as much to pro- mote Jewish identity as many Jewish groups. And our annual banquets really are boringly pre- dictable. Finally, we should volunteer en masse at NOI programs. For their staff meetings, we'll bring the kippered herring, slice the bagels and even grind the horse radish. They'll love it! If this doesn't work immediatley, even- tually we'll get them with the high cholesterol from the bagel spreads. Of course, let's keep our plan a secret for now. When he learns It's time to have some fun with Louis Farrakhan. of it, Mr. Farrakhan won't be surprised. That's because he reg- ularly tells his followers that, according to him, we surrepti- tiously run the world. Why spoil the illusion? Look, I know that it sounds silly. But aren't we all sick of dealing with this guy? He's ob- viously not going away and, like- wise, we can't ignore him. So we need to come up with something different. So let's play with his head for a while. And this time, we'll keep the laugh for our- selves. ❑ Publicity Deadlines The normal deadline for local news and publicity items is noon Thursday, eight days pri- or to issue date. The deadline for birth announcements is 10 a.m. Monday, four days prior to issue date; out-of-town obit- uaries, 10 a.m. Tuesday, three days prior to issue date. All material must be type- written, double-spaced, on 8 1/2 x 11 paper and include the name and daytime telephone number of sender. Temple Israel is P leased to oiler the communit y a variet1/49 support groups. - All of these groups, sponsored by Temple Israel's Caring Community Committee, meet at specified times at the Temple and are available, free of charge, to any member of the Jewish community. The groups are led by trained facilitators. Confidentiality is strictly observed. For further information and starting dates, please call Nancy Gad-Harf, Ph.D., Temple Israel's Director of Programming and Development (810) 661-5700 Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Adoption and Your Family focuses on the many issues facing families as they experience the adoption process. The AIDS support group, co-sponsored by Jewish Family Services, is offered to any Jewish man or woman who is HIV positive. Our Alzheimer's Group is designed to help caretakers whose loved ones are suffering from Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia. Bereavement Support Group offers those dealing with the death of a loved one the opportunity to discuss their feelings, thoughts, and insights. The Divorce Support Group will focus on helping participants continue the process of living an effective and productive life as single people. Our Family Support Group offers the opportunity for caretakers to discuss their feelings, learn how to develop respite care, and to create a supportive family environment. Parents of Children with Physical Challenges will bring parents together in order to create a supportive and constructive parenting network. Our Physically Challenged Support & Social Group offers a chance to meet, socialize, and talk with experts on subjects such as: a holistic approach to wellness, home modifications and safety techniques, depression and self-esteem, sexuality, exercise, and family dynamics. Pregnancy Loss Support Group will come together to discuss the loss of a pregnancy or the death of a newborn. BANNER LUMBER CO. would like to wish all of our friends and customers a very happy and healthy New Year. The Epstein Families Isadore Robert & Janet Jeff & Dana Ken Stuart & Suzi Lauren & Jason TEMPLE ISRAEL'S SINGLES EXTENSION GROUP Jewish Singles 50 and Over Invites you to our TENTH ANNIVERSARY DINNER DANCE Thursday, October 3, 1996, 7:00 p.m. Temple Israel - Herman Hall 5725 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield PAID ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY BY SEPTEMBER 26 Members $14.00 Non-Members $17.00 Please make checks payable to Singles Extension Group. Mail to P.O. Box 771, Southfield, MI 48037-0771. For additional information, call either: Barbara Ginsburg or Shirley Wine 810-353-7261 810-682-3181