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…• •• Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit Extends a Hearty Mazel Toy to the Class of 2003 * Hillel Day School Class of 1999 Evan Acker West Bloomfield High School University of Colorado…

… Daniel Preisler Harrison High School Jessica Anders University of Michigan North Farmington High School Michigan State University Rochelle Ravitsky West Bloomfield High School College of Creative…

… State University University of Michigan Stefanie Blechman Dana Rosenblum Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit Groves High School Columbia University/JTS Michigan State University Brian L. Brodsky Amy…

… Rothberger West Bloomfield High School University of Michigan North Farmington High School George Washington University Sarah Ann Rothstein West Bloomfield High School Michigan State University Jill…

… Michelle Salama Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit University of Wisconsin Sally Scharg West Bloomfield High School University of Michigan Jody Schostak Cranbrook Kingswood Indiana University Eric…

… Shapiro North Farmington High School MSU or UofM Ilanit Shtull-Leber Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit Barnard/JTS David Silberman Andover High School Western Michigan University Adam Eliyahu Soclof…

… Greenhills School University of Michigan Molli Spatter Beis Chaya Mushka Machon Shoshanat Yerushalayim Lubavitch Girls Seminary Pele J. Browner Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit University of Michigan…

… Ashley Byer Groves High School Florida Atlantic University Sam Borofsky Andover High School University of Michigan Rachel Charlupski West Bloomfield High School Hunter College Katie Tova Cohen…

… North Farmington High School University of Texas at Austin Emily Einhorn Berkley High School • Michigan State University Zach Foster West Bloomfield High School University of Michigan Jason Garden…

… Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit University of Michigan Joseph A. Gartner Andover High School Western Michigan University Ilana Goldberg Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit University of Michigan…

… president and current board member of University of Michigan Hillel. Hillel will also honor Arlene Tilchin with its 2004 Rabbi Jacob Segal Award. In 1966, she was the president of Hillel's the Jewish Academy…

…Hillel Bestows Honors est Yourself ••• Below is a sample quiz from the Life Unworthy of Life curriculum: True or False: . 1. Hitler had a good relationship with his father. 2. President…

… Shaarit Haplaytah survivors' organi- zation, the event is held in coopera- tion with the Jewish Community Council, CHAIM (Children of Holocaust Survivors Association in Michigan), the Federation of Jewish…

… Weberman, president of Shaarit Haplaytah; Cantor Chaim Najman of Congregation Shaarey Zedek, accompanied on the piano by Cantor Sholom Kalib; Shari Kaufman Ferber; and students from Hillel Day School of…

… gift is $1,000, which includes two tickets to the dinner. Hillel will honor Trudy and Arthur Weiss with its 2004 Dream Maker Award. They are longtime supporters of Hillel, the Jewish community and the d…

… participated in the Holocaust, many times as a sub- a. Were not real medical doctors. stitute teacher at b. Viewed Jews as scientific objects. Hillel. She is a past c. Were insane. president of the Arlene…

… of Metropolitan PTO. She served as president of the Detroit. Hillel Day School Board of Directors Others are: Dr. Steven D. Grant, from 1976-1978. At Adat Shalom, she past president of the HMC; Erna…

… :series of emergency decrees. 5. Hindenburg opposed Hitler's emergency decrees. 6. Other countries supported Hitler's policies in foreign affairs. Multiple choice 7. Who resisted the treatment of the…

… Holocaust survivors and their fami- lies in memory of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust and in memory of Israel's victims of terrorism. Sponsored jointly by the b. The Einzatzgruppen c. Lord…

… Moyne d. Adolf Eichmann e. all of the above. 8. When the Germans conquered Poland, a. They immediately established death camps b. Jews were relieved because they felt safer with Germans than with Poles…

…. The University of Michigan Hillel center bears his name. Bill and his wife, Madeleine, have just announced establishment of a new National Jewish Policy Center (with the Revson Foundation) at New York…

…SCHOOL MAZEL TOV! Hillel Honorees School cites 'Dream Maker' Berman; Blechmans, Genes to get Segal award. H illel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit will honor Mandell L. "Bill" Berman — a commu…

… the Jewish Education Service of North America. He was the first chairman of the Skillman Foundation, board chair- man of the Michigan State Housing Finance Authority and president of the Southeastern…

… also earned two degrees at Harvard. He and Madeleine are grand- parents. Doris and Fred Bechman are parents of three Hillel Day School graduates and Fred served Hillel as the president of the board…

…- ber of MSU Hillel, Federation, the Joint Action Committee for Political Affairs and Israel's Alyn Hospital. Sharon and Marty Gene are also parents of three Hillel gradu- ates. Marty served as president…

… of Hillel's board. He, Sharon, and their siblings established the Izaak and Sonia Blechman Sharon and Science Education Marty Gene Endowment Fund. The Genes are found- ing members of Frankel Jewish…

…. Sharon is a member of the JTS Detroit Cabinet, and has been active with Alyn Hospital, ORT, Federation Women's Campaign and Jewish Experience for Families. The Hillel Day School Patron Party will be held…

… locally cre- ated and nationally imitated Federation Jewish Experiences for Families as well as the North American Jewish Data Bank at the University of Connecticut and Metro Detroit's United Hebrew Schools…

… University. At Congregation Shaarey Zedek of Oakland County, he has chaired the building committee and the Clover Hill Park Cemetery board. He distinguished himself as a naval officer during World War II. He…

…- nity activist, mentor and philanthropist — with its annual Dream Maker Award. Doris and Frederick Blechman, together with Sharon and Martin Gene, are 2009 recipients of the school's Rabbi Jacob E. Segal…

….m. Hillel of Metro Detroit and Eastern Michigan University Hillel attend Red Wings game. Meet at Hockeytown Cafe at 5 p.m. for pre-game sodas. Tickets are $20. Reservations only by sending a check to Hillel…

…. For information, contact Eric or Rachel Kornbleuth, (248) 626-4756 or logix4u@aol.com Scene Happenings For college age through 30-something. Nov. 16 Friday, 7 p.m. Hillel of Metro Detroit Shabbat…

… dinner. Cost: $3 in advance. RSVP to Ezra Drissman, ezrathejew@yahoo.com or call Hillel, (313) 577-3459, by Nov. 13. • In 1951, a group of teenage female campers came and lived in one of Ortonvilas…

… existing cottages. Pictured here is an elegant Lenore Altman. Nov. 19 Monday, 7:30 p.m. Hillel of Metro Detroit planning meeting at Caribou Coffee, 401 S. Main, Royal Oak. adP7 -3:- Nov. 25 Sunday, 10 a…

….m.-4 p.m. Community-wide blood drive spon- sored by Jewish Federation Young Adult Division at Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit, Farmington Hills. . : • • -.. • • Nov. 25 Sunday, 5 p…

… of Metro Detroit. For information, contact Ben Doppelt, ben0377@ameritech.net, or Jason Cooperman, jcoop76@hotmalcom, or Hillel, (313) 577-3459. Nov. 28 Wednesdsay, 8:30 p.m. YAD roaming Bar Nite at…

… Mr. B's, 215 S. Main Street, Royal Oak. woonstar , M.B. JEWELRY DESIGN & MFG 11/16 2001 114 Applegate Square • 29847 Northwestj Nov. 29 Thursday, 8 p.m. Hillel of Metro Detroit will see The Good…

… Treasure: 100 Years of Fresh Air Society Camp, a 246-page, hardcover book written by Wendy Rose Bice. The book is available through the Fresh Air Society office, 248-647-1100, and Borders bookstores locally…

…. The following is an excerpt: The Boom Begins With the end of World War II and the beginning of the baby boom, camp direc- tor, Irwin Shaw, made it his mission to find Fresh Air a larger home. In 1950…

…, the pur- chase of a 600-acre tree farm in Ortonville fulfilled that dream. At first, senior Brighton boys used Ortonville as an outpost. In 1951, a small group of senior girls spent a few weeks in one…

… Gehrig's Disease) and ALS research at the University of Michigan Medical Center was recently held at the Parthenon House in West Bloomfield. The event raised more than $90,000, tripling last year's pro…

… true. In 1958, a handful of parents and educators dreamed about establishing a Detroit Jewish day school and founded a school with 29 students. Today, Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit is 770…

… makers, they received the 2000 Dream Maker Award from Hillel Day School as well as the Rabbi Jacob E. Segal Award. (The late Rabbi Segal was one of the school's founders.) More than 1,200 patrons attended…

… the recent Hillel dinner. They are shown with Cheryl Riback and her husband, Ron, a past president of Hillel Day School. Barry and Jody Rogow and Lisa and Mark Rosenberg co-chaired the ALS art auction…

… members include Mark Canvasser, Nanci Rands, L. Steven Weiner, Jenny Mihalich and Dean Friedman. For ticket information, call (248) 865-0616. ALS ART AUCTION An art auction to benefit ALS of Michigan (Lou…

…SRI Travel & Promotion, Ltd. International Travel Specialists Dream Makers Year 2000 Israel Departures Bar Mitzvah Trips July 16, 26 (July 16 w/ Atalanta Rabbi) December 20 & 24 Hillel Day…

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…, colledables or an entire estate. PLEASE CALL OR STOP IN! „A g o0 I 10 CARLA JEAN SCHWARTZ Local Columnist dream makers' commitment to Yiddishkeit. Because Doreen and David Hermelin are two of the dream…

… the June 6 event at Cong. Shaarey Zedek, which was the largest crowd for the annu- al dinner in the school's history. Marcie and Robert Orley, daughter and son- in-law of the Hermelins, were the dinner…

… with in Israel were Ypsilanti such leaders and so inspiring that astern Michigan University senior they took the project and ran with it, Rachel Fauman was one of 50 Jewish and it metamorphasized into…

… philanthropist Michael Steinhardt, go.. chairman of Jewish Renaissance Media, parent Aaron Kaufman, campus director company of the Jewish News, and co-founder of of Eastern Michigan University Birthright Israel…

… wonderful and it sets her apart," he the major campuses in Michigan to contact other said. Birthright alumni. She sends out weekly e-mails to Jeff Bernstein, EMU associate professor of polit- $10 Idea ical…

… science and chair of the EMU Hillel steering "It occurred to me that if every person who'd been her GA friends and remains in close contact with national and international Hillel leadership. committee, is…

… international Hillel. the sense that we should do it, but that she also country are preparing to launch their own cam- Jeff Rubin, director of communications for knows it's our job to help make it happen." paign…

… UJC a nities and that people who've been on check for $500,000. Birthright realize how important it is Fauman, 22, of Ann Arbor, was inspired by a for other people to get a chance to speech by…

…. In Jerusalem, Steinhardt pro- Hillel, nominated Fauman to attend posed a fund dedicated to enhancing Jewish edu- the GA. cation. "She's been involved for three years He committed $10 million, providing…

… that his in all aspects of our program. She was contribution makes up no more than 10 percent also our student intern for 2 1 /2 years of the fund. He spoke of giving Jewish families and she's a…

… fantastic student leader," vouchers for Birthright Israel trips and enrolling he said. "This was the kind of experi- their children in Jewish preschools as an access ence I thought she could really grow point…

… to Jewish experience. from and would be really exciting for Rachel Fauman Fauman was struck by Steinhardt's commitment Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, her, and she loves Israel." to…

… Alexander Muss High School in Israel. Day School Alumni Plan To Meet Friedman University Women's Care is also a part of Advanced Reproductive Care, a Cindy Friedman (Hillel Day School class of 1984) and…

… Passover," says Nancy Kaplan, executive director of the Bloomfield Hills-based Eilu v' Eilu, the adult Jewish learning project of the Michigan Conservative movement. Community educator Nehama Stampfer…

… Glogower is a teacher at Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit and has led Eilu v' Eilu study sessions. The guide is subtitled "How to Prepare for the Holiday Without Totally Going Nuts." The short…

… Jason Miller (class of 1990) are seeking alumni of Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit in Farmington Hills liv- ing in.the vicinity of New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and…

… Washington, D.C., for a special event on Sunday, April 1, at the home of Lois and Dr. Leonard Sharzer in Manhattan. The event is geared for all former students of Hillel Day School living on the East Coast…

…; they need not be graduates. Parents, friends and former students should contact Marianne Bloomberg at Hillel, (248) 851-6950, or e-mail hillelalurruii@yahoo.com with names and addresses of alumni. r…

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…, help- ing them feel connected to their Jewish roots even if they couldn't be home with family. Instead, the former assistant director of the University of Michigan Hillel packed up his two…

… University in Washington, D.C., began lobbying friends on Capitol Hill. "It's just unfair that a huge part of U- M's Hillel was taken away by a mistake made by the consulate in London;' said Acker, a…

…Metro Deported! U-M Hillel official to be escorted out of U.S. Art Aisner Special to the Jewish News oel Marcovitch hoped to spend Passover leading college students through a series of seders…

…, doing my part to strengthen communities and talking to students about staying in Michigan. And I'm being thrown out of the country for a mistake I had nothing to do with." Joel Marcovitch The Inside…

… Story During eight hours of questioning, Marcovitch repeatedly explained that he had a mortgage, a job and a serious girlfriend waiting for him Michigan, and federal authorities allowed him tempo- rary…

… impossible for him to stay. "Here I am, paying my taxes, doing my part to strengthen communities and talk- ing to students about staying in Michigan. And I'm being thrown out of the country for a mistake I had…

… recalled about starting his chase to achieve the American dream at the Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach in Florida. "These guys really stepped up for me and it felt good to realize you had an impact on…

…-bedroom condominium on the outskirts of Ann Arbor and prepared to be deported to his native England due to an administrative error that was no fault of his own. On Sunday, April 19, Marcovitch will board a plane…

… States. In late March, Marcovitch flew into Washington, D.C., after leading a handful of U-M students on an alternative spring break program where they built shelter for Argentina's underprivileged. Each…

… member of the group passed through U.S. Customs, except Marcovitch. It wasn't the first time border agents questioned his visa status or well-traveled passport. But this time, his R-1 visa, com- monly…

… Pine) West Bloomfield • (248) 681-7200 ,01- milable at . T•aclition! Tradition! •Wayne State University: First Floor, 667 Grosberg Student Center, Detroit; www.hillel-detroit.org . Hillel of Metro…

… Detroit hotline: (313) 577-8888. hillelpd@wayne.edu . • Eastern Michigan University: 965 Washtenaw, Ypsilanti; www.emuhillel. org. Audrey Bloomberg: (734) 482- 0456; audrey@emuhillel.org . • University of…

… Michigan:1429 Hill Street, Ann Arbor; www.umhillel.org . (734) 769-0500, umhillel@umich.edu . •Michigan State University: Lester & Jewell Morris Hillel Jewish Student Center, 360 Charles Street, East Lansing…

….leosconeyisland.com C20 October 16 • 2008 jay Change your life, and perhaps the world, by attending Hillel of Metro Detroit's "Tikun Olam — Making a Difference Initiative '09," a free, three- part program for Jewish…

… home. Contact Karen Adelman for an application (due by Nov. 10): www. hilleled@wayne.edu , (313) 577-3459. Get involved with campus Hillel pro- grams for ages 18-30: ,tv o.‘ Set of Four Holida Puzzles…

… • Catering available at all locations with Hillel of Metro Detroit after a luncheon program about poverty 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2850 W.11 Mile in Berkley. RSVP by Oct. 23 to Janet: (313) 577…

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… offer puppets, stories, songs, activities, games, dancing with Torahs, pizza and ice cream. (248) 357-5544. Bring youngsters to "Noah and His Ark of Webkinz, Beanie and Real Animals," a luncheon program…

… be followed by a festive service for Simchat Torah 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21. A coffee bar and dessert buffet afterward is part of the hakafot (group dancing and singing with the Torah scrolls…

…). Reservations for the free meal are required. Tessa Goldberg: (248) 851- 6880 or director@cbahm.org . • Congregation Beth Shalom, 14601 W. Lincoln in Oak Park: Join the community's celebration of Simchat Torah…

… Michigan State University Alumni Association, has been tapped to be the next executive director of the Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame in Lansing. Soifer was selected for her background…

… are made possible with support from the Michigan Council for Arts flat and Cultural Affairs and the City of Detroit. DETROIT INSTITUTE Sandra Soifer, formerly an assis- tant director for the…

… 2008, the "Top Docs" issue. Hillel Day School Staff Appointees Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit in Farmington hills has named Jordana Weiss the new kin- dergarten-fourth grade division head…

… the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit. She has master's degrees in Jewish studies and social work. Hillel also named Dr. Robert Bardach as the new sev- enth-eighth grade division head. He worked…

…- nizational management and leader- ship. He and his family have relocated to the Detroit area from Baltimore. Gina H. Horwitz is the new director of development for Hillel. Previously, she worked as a…

… service to the Jewish Gay Network of Michigan, Berkley-based Yad Ezra, Farmington Hills-based JARC, Hospice of Michigan and Congregation Shaarey Zedek of Oakland County. She and her husband, Arthur, have…

… learned since the pair met at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit in the late 1970s. Since then, they have handled diverse and chal- lenging causes for clients of all sizes. THIS WEEKEND AT THE…

… artist Carl Oxley III demonstrate his style of Pop Art, which includes paintings full of color, whimsy and happy glowing characters. Target Family Sundays: Marjorie Schaefer engages her audience with…

… figures from her collection of Mother Goose items and a call-and-response format. Now on View Monet to Dali: Modern Masters from the Cleveland Museum of Art Sponsored by: Bank of America "W• mc Programs…

… in the administration of nonprofit organizations. For her com- mitment to community service, Soifer received the Unsung Hero Award from the Lansing State Journal in 2004. OF ARTS Zussman :// m…

… Alzheimer's Associa- tion — Greater Michigan Chapter Eastern Michigan University Hillel Fresh Air Society and Tamarack Camps ARMDI — American Red Magen David for Israel Greater Detroit Chap of Hadassah…

… Jewish Home & Aging Services Temple Shir Shalom Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network Women's American ORT Michigan Region JNF Trees for Israel University of Michigan Hillel Michigan State University…

… Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Hillel Foundation of Metropolitan Detroit B'nai B'rith : Great Lakes Region B'nai B'rith Youth Organization - Michigan Chapter Congregation B'nai Moshe Detroit…

… Bloomfield); Stephanie Steinberg (University of Michigan); Mackenzie Coden (West Bloomfield Walnut Creek); Stephanie Vettese (Bloomfield Hills West Hills); Sarah Spitzer (Yeshivat Akiva, Southfield…

… Knesset member discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. r. Arieh Eldad, a member of the right-wing National Union Party of the Israeli Knesset, came to Hillel Day School of Metropolitan De- troit in…

… Jews; however, now that Israel has the Israeli Defense Forces, Israel can do things to prevent their plans. This member of the Israeli Knesset was able to come to Hillel because of the work of Stand…

… (Michigan State University); David Lehmann (Israel); Mitchell Barnett, Michael Higer, Jordana Hoffman (North Farmington); Ben Eilender, Bridget Labe, Rebecca Liebman, Shaye Winer, Ariella Yedwab (West…

….COM NOVEMBER 1 You've Been Spotted! Our Party PageTm photographers are looking for the best parties! Watch for us! Dr. Arieh Eldad with Hillel Day School seventh- and eighth-graders. israeli perspective…

…-state solution. He asked the students: "What are we fighting for?" Then he explained, "It is a conflict about the actual presence of Jews in the Land of Israel." He says that giving the Palestinian Arabs a state…

… would be one of the worst things that Israel could do. He gave the Gaza Strip as an example. Nearly every day for more than seven years, the Palestinians in Gaza have fired missiles into the nearby…

… Blake Colton Graub, 13, and Benjamin Cher, 13, are eighth- graders at Hillel Day School in Farmington Hills. The ladies chlllln at Club Blake This section is sponsored by Party Layne® Party Pages…

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…, Jessica Kahn, Atara Lakritz, Rachel Margolin, Blake Orman, Erinn Sandberg (Frankel Jewish Academy, West Bloomfield); Benjamin Cher, Jennifer Finkel (Hillel, Farmington Hills); Hannah Cohen, Kale Davidoff…

… University of Michigan Senior University of Michigan Sophomore NATALIE BOSCHAN Hillel Day School Class of 2005 LOVE, YOUR MOM AND DAD, SHELLEY & JIMMY JASON, JONATHAN AND NATALIE Co mu Bar/Bat Mitzvah…

…:30-5:30 • CLOSED SUNDAYS (248) 737-2666 Like Your Brothers Before You, CONGRATULATIONS JARED JARED BOSCHAN Hillel Day School Class of 2000 , 4111 6/16 2000 58 on Graduating Hillel Day School Last Night and…

… Good Luck at Andover This Fall! JASON BOSCHAN JONATHAN BOSCHAN Hillel Day School Class of 1993 Hillel Day School Class of 1995 Andover High School Class of 1997 Cranbrook Kingswood Class of 1999…

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… Nina's bat mitzvah presentation was about her great-grandmother and titled "Rosa's Story: Jewish Emigration from Hungary at the Turn of the Century." For her Yiddish component, she recited excerpts from…

… Oak Park. Ryan Benjamin Cohn will celebrate his bar mitzvah on Friday, June 16, at Temple Beth El. He is the son of Lori and Mark Cohn and brother to Taylor. Proud grandparents are Renee and Edward…

… Cooper of Huntington Woods will be called to the Toiah as a bar mitzvah on Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Beth Shalom. David is the son of Mari and Alex Cooper and the brother of Rebecca. His very…

… projects included assisting at Yad Ezra. Joshua Hazan was called to the Torah as a bar mitzvah on Saturday, June 10, at Temple Emanu- El. Josh is the son of Stan Hazan and Julie Greenberg Hazan and older…

…Congratulations Jessica Hoffman on ratitiations ' d/e ` 0/e on acceptance to the University of Michigan Ann Ardor! It has been our greatest pleasure watching you grow from a child into an…

… Love, Mom, Dad, Rachael, Jerry • M.Wifo,r,w1.EMP,WMOTOMMaW 710730 nantSTM 60Pg7014(6:1110.224. OPei From Adat Shalom to hillel to We are so proud of you! Andover to Syracuse and beyond Good Luck…

… CONGRATULATIONS On Your Graduation from CRANBROOK SCHOOL BEST OF LUCK As You Enter YALE UNIVERSITY YOU ARE AMAZING! Good luck at U of M We are so proud of you! LOVE ALWAYS Mom, Dad, & Marissa Winston & Jasmine…

… next year best Wishes for happiness and at the University of Hartford Success in your Future. Love, Mom, David, Joey and Grandma Inez ulations Kendler. We are Jo proud al geld t:7111 oar hell…

… adult. There will be lots of rain when you leave for MSU, but your forecast indicates a bright and happy future. Your outstanding academic achievement along with Varsity Tennis All-Conference and…

… Regional Championship Titles, truly distinguish you as a scholar-athlete. We are very proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad Love, Morn, Dad, Stephanie, Bobe and Zade 7,0720 JUSTIN BENJAMIN ASH CONGRATULATIONS…

… teithei for happietect (ma Ilieee.14 it/ gear fabiiie. You have grown and matured into such a very special young adult. We couldn't be more proud of you and we hope that college life surpasses all your…

… Historical. SoCiety *- Jewish Home & Aging Services Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network omen's American ORT Michigan Region University of Michigan Hillel Yad Sarah JNF Trees for Isrel Michigan State…

… Chapter of Hadassah Hillel Foundation .of Metropolitan Detroit Hospice of Michigan Huron Valley -- Sinai Hospital The Jerusalem FoundatiOn Jewish Community Council ;' The Jtvts - Metropolitan' Jewish…

…'rith Great Lakes Region B'nai B'rith Youth Organization - Michigan Chapter Detroit Friends of Bar—Ilan University Eastern=Michig University Hit Corrections Fresh Air Tamarack Camps - Greater Detroit…

… for life MSU HILLEL, E. Lansing March 19 Sunday, 8 p.m. "One Arab. One Jew. One Stage." An Evening of non-political laughs at the International Center. Free tickets for students, $5 for others. RSVP…

… . Concierge Valet Parking Dry Cleaning Service Free Covered Guest Parking CMU Speaker Holocaust survivor David Kahan will speak at Central Michigan University 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at Plachta…

…Location. Luxury. Lifestyle. Ruach Casino Night The Ruach Group of the Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah will hold its fifth annual Casino Night and Silent Auction at 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, April…

… Schoenbaum said prizes will be awarded to the top three chip holders at the end of the evening. Guests can also buy bingo cards to play for prizes. Attendees can bid on luxury items in the silent auction…

…, including fine jewel- ry, photography sittings from local stu- dios, a private tour of WDIV-TV with the opportunity to watch a live news broadcast, Detroit Symphony Orchestra tickets, and a package for a…

… party at Happenings For college age through 30-some- thing. Send information to ahitsky@thejewishnews.com. HILLEL METRO DETROIT March 16 Thursday, 5-7p.m. HMD happy hour at Lily's Seafood, 410 S…

…. Washington, Royal Oak. RSVP to Karen: hilleled@wayne.edu or (313) 577-3459. March 24 Friday, 6:30 p.m. Shabbat Dinner for the Mind, Body & Soul at Oak Park JCC. Cost: $10. Relaxed dinner in comfortable…

… clothes, even sweats or PJs. De-stress activities, including massage. RSVP by Tuesday, March 21, to Dina: hillelpd@wayne. edu or (313) 577-3459. EMU Hillel, Ypsilanti March 19 Sunday, 1-3 p.m. First- year…

… Auditorium. The event is sponsored by the Hillel- Jewish Student Organization. For information, go to cmuhillel@yahoo. com . 20 Unique floorplans to choose from. 3rd Floor Garden Terrace 24-hour Electronic…

…. RSVP by March 20 to Becky: operations@ msuhillel.org . 319 per month U M HILLEL, Ann Arbor - March 16 Thursday, 8-10 p.m. Graduate and Professional bar night at Rush Street, 314 S. Main. March 20 8…

….emuhillel.org . • University of Michigan: 1429 Hill, Ann Arbor; www.umhillel.org . (734) 769-0500, umhillel@umich.edu . • Michigan State University: Lester & Jewell Morris Hillel Jewish Student Center, 360 Charles Street…

…-3663. Rabbi Cohen C12 July 16 2009 Enjoy a beautiful summer afternoon together at "Jews, Canoes & BBC)," sponsored by Hillel of Metro Detroit, noon Sunday, July 26, at Kensington Metro Park, 2240 W. Bruno…

… $40 for JCC members, $60 for oth- ers. (248) 967-4030. Grosberg Student Center, Detroit; www. hillel-detroit.org . Hillel of Metro Detroit hotline: (313) 577-8888, Pass the afternoon playing cards…

… exhibit, "Brick, Mortar and More: The Jewish Community and the Growth of Wayne State University," about be Linda Garfield 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 21. (248) 661-1000. community icons whose names are on 14…

… in Hillel programs, open to ages 18-30, whether in college or not: • Wayne State University: Sixth Floor, 667 Oak Park JCC. Harriet Gelfond facilitates. Tuition and art supplies over 10 sessions cost…

…. All players are welcome. No charge. (248) 967-4030. hillelpd@wayne.edu . • Eastern Michigan University: 965 Washtenaw, Ypsilanti. $10. Ricky Camil: (734) 482-0456; program@emuhillel.org , www…

… Congregations Beth Ahm, Beth Shalom Drop by Cafe Europa 1 p.m. Monday, July 20, at the Oak Park JCC. Galina Feldman and B'nai Moshe, the five Detroit-area Conservative synagogues will offer a night of…

… reflection, including a service and read- ing of the Book of Eicha (Lamentations). (248) 357-5544. Jewish Learning Explore mysticism with Rabbi Elimelech Silberberg at his ongoing classes in Kabbalah for…

… in "48 Steps to Conscious Living," the weekly drop-in lunch and learn series with Rabbi Alon Tolwin of Aish HaTorah, noon Thursday at the Jewish News, 29200 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield. Kosher…

…. Assistance will be available 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Sale: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday, Aug. 9-11. (248) 851-6880. Attend monthly support group open to caregivers of individuals with…

… Edward Zucal of Onstead, Mich. Jennifer earned her bachelor's degree at Michigan State University. She is employed as an auditor for the United States Customs in Detroit. Scott earned his bachelor…

…'s degree at the University of Michigan, his juris doctor at the University of Detroit Law School and his master's degree of law at Georgetown University. He.is an associ- ate at the law firm of Honigman…

…, Miller, Schwartz. and Cohn in Detroit. A September wedding at Wabeek Country Club is planned. w if/14 Congratulations on'36 years at Hillel Day School We love you, Marty, Dan, Marsha, Eli, Beth, Alex…

…. #109 Royal Oak, Ml 48067 Diamond Face Technology! PLAY IT nem SPOPTS . ONLY AT Keego Harbor Farmington Hills Livonia HOTTEST WEDGE IN GOLF!!! Illene and Gary Rochlen of Farmington Hills are…

… delighted to announce the engagement of their son Bradley Rochlen to Dawn Manoff, daughter of Ms. Sandra Rendich of Long Beach, Calif, and the late Gary Manoff. Brad received a bachelor's degree in history…

… Solidarity Fund Temple Shir Shalom Women's American ORT University of Michigan Hillel THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL Bringing Together Family, Faith & Community 984640 • The obituary for Charles Shapiro . (June…

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… Metropolitan Detroit Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy Network Eastern Michigan University Hillel The Jerusalem Foundation DETROIT JEWISH NEWS JNF Trees for Israel Correction OneFamily - The Israel Emergency…

…Obituaries Making a Lasting Memory. At the Ira Kaufinan Chapel, we help your family with the final tribute of those you love OBITS from page 101 brother, Marty Stern, and life part- ner, Richard…

… Meacock; sister and brother-in-law, Andrea Stern and Rob Cowle of Minneapolis, Minn. Contributions may be made to Clarkston Farm and Gardens Club, P.O. Box 1011, Clarkston, MI 48347 or the Clarkston…

… Conservatory of Music, 49 S. Main St., Clarkston, MI 48346. Interment at Adat Shalom Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hebrew Memorial Chapel. "The Jews in Turkey: Living Together Throughout the Ages," Ongoing…

… through July 28, 2005. Janice Charach Epstein Gallery, Jewish Community Center, 600 West Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Main gallery offers illustrations of traditional Jewish attire from Ottoman Empire,16th-19…

…th centuries, based on old post- cards of Jewish clothing. Exhibit brought to U.S. with assistance of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Turkey. Second level gallery exhibits silk needlework…

… of Nallihan, Turkey as used in dress and adornment. Display courtesy of the KOC Foundation Research Center in Turkey. HANNAN STUPSKER, 80, of Gallery Hours: Mon-Thurs: 10am-5pm; Sun: 11am-4pm; closed…

… Stupsker of Farmington Hills, Helene Stupsker of West Bloomfield. He was the beloved husband of the late Edith Stupsker; father of the late Susan Lindberg. Interment at Adat Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery…

… Welcome! Rabbi Jason Miller, former Detroiter and associate director of University of Michigan Hillel Foundation, welcomes Michigan fans to his Columbus synagogue for Shabbat morning services the day of the…

… Big Game with Ohio State University. Rabbi Miller is rabbi of Congregation Agudas Achim in Columbus, just minutes from the OSU Buckeye's football stadium. Shabbat morning services begin at 9 a…

… downloaded for free at www.americastable.org. America's Table is an AJC initia- tive recognizing the importance of all Americans. Community leaders representing a variety of ethnic and faith groups are…

… profiled each year, recalling how their distinct back- grounds, struggles and triumphs link them as Americans. This year, the Thanksgiving Reader will be utilized and dis- tributed to attendees of three…

… Methodist Church, 3753 John R in Troy. Participants will tell personal stories of coming to America or of moving to Troy. Contact the AJC office, (248) 646- 7686, or e-mail Detroit@ajc.org . Wolverines…

… community programs. Marygrove College in Detroit will host a lun- cheon program noon Thursday, Nov. 16, in Alumni Hall. Madonna University in Livonia will use the Thanksgiving Reader at a pro- gram 11:30 a…

… might not have and to teach them a good work ethic," said counselor Justin Tout, 19, a Central Michigan University student. All you need is love — This program prepares the campers for the future…

…, Shaye Winer, Ariella Yedwab (West Bloomfield); Stephanie Steinberg, Danielle DePriest (University of Michi- gan): Brett Alpiner (U-M-Dearbom); Alex Zaslow (Indiana University); Mackenzie Coden (West…

…cover story: summer of learning Volunteer Abby Narens with camper Mallory Stoddard, 15, on a field trip. You've Been Spotted! Our Party Page, photographers are looking for the best parties…

…! Watch for us! it a typical teen summer for the teens," Patronik said. "My favorite part of camp is being able to go to cool places when we are not working," said Jon Reinheimer, 16, a camper from West…

… Bloomfield. "I learned how to work hard and make friends. I also love the friendliness of the campers." Three counselors work with the campers every day. "I like being able to give them opportunities they…

…) • Photographers: Tell stories through photographs. Op/Ed writers: State your researched Web Editors: Work with a JN-. opinion on Jewish topics of the day. editor to update JNT2T.com . z tHHENe JEWISHNE*S.C1i…

… Bloomfield); Benjamin Cher (Hillel. Farmington Hills): Mitchell Barnett. Sam Gringlas (North Farmington): Laura Katsnelson (Walled Lake Western) Ben Eilender, Jennifer Finkel, Bridget Labe. Rebecca Liebman…

…). Colton Graub (Hillel), Lindsay Kay (WBHS) Cartoonist I Josh Loney (Andover) supervising staff From left to right: Ari, Noah, Harry, Benji, Ittati and A.J. Chief Operating Officer I F. Kevin Browett…

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…, offer- ing them not just great summer memories, but also skills that will carry them through life. Rayna and her friends. Alex Zaslow, 17, will be a freshman at Indiana University in Bloomington. DOES…

…This Week L o ggi ng 0 11 Michigan State's Jewish Studies Program gets ready to leap into distance learning. DIANA LIEBERMAN StafTWriter ro eter McPherson, president of Michigan State University…

…, chair of the MSU Jewish Studies Program Advisory Board; Cindy Hughey, MSU Hillel director; and Gordon Stanley, MSU director of admissions. Before the JCC meeting, some of the MSU repre- sentatives spoke…

… with the Jewish News in Southfield. "One of our most innovative ideas is a Jewish Studies Program where the faculty is both in Michigan and Israel," McPherson said. "Last year, we had an enrollment of…

… Jewish Community Center. The East Lansing-based university is seeking to boost - its Jewish enrollment as part of its commit- ment to diversity. Among the delegation were Michael Serling of West Bloomfield…

… because of the U.S. State Department advisory against travel to Israel, McPherson is optimistic for its long-term prospects. Recently, an anonymous donor contributed $500,000 for the university's Israeli…

… study abroad program. .r',11. 7 14mie 0 -g air "We now have a cadre of colleagues at Ben- Gurion and Tel Aviv universities," said Steven Weiland, director of MSU's Jewish Studies Program. "Whenever…

… with each other and their students — as long as their computers don't crash. Two Centers ', The Jewish studies virtual university is tentatively set to open for the spring semester of 2002, with one…

… same academic focus as the one planned for MSU. The university's Jewish Studies Program uses an approach known as the "Two Centers of Modern Jewish Experience." Instead of starting with biblical or…

… European his- tory, the curriculum emphasizes America and Israel. "Thus, we reverse the order of most teaching in university Jewish studies, where American Jewish and Israeli experience is introduced at the…

… they live today." First Steps Above: Michael Serling, chair, Michigan State University Jewish Studies Program Advisory Board; Peter McPherson, MSU president. Right: Steven Weiland, director, MSU…

… "A cappella Center of Michigan. music brings Dayna Greener, a gradu- different ideas ate of Eastern Michigan to the way the University, is working with human voice the Last Minute is used." Productions…

… adults to tion based on a book by get involved:" Elie Wiesel. The play was presented as part of the Co-producer university's Hillel program. Denise Willer At Temple Israel, Last will be present- Minute…

…- Other performers taking the stage at rus member Brian Netter. the fund-raising event will be the As president of the University Spartan Dischords, a Michigan State Activities Center in Ann Arbor, Netter…

… researching and Hillel programs on the U-M campus, debating to choose my monologue Netter- has sung bass in school and synagogue choirs in Illinois. "A cappel- because I want it to be right for the mood of the…

… studied opera before should include a contact name, deciding to become a teacher. The phone number and number of winner of an All-State Award from the seats requested. (248) 661-5700. Michigan School Vocal…

… in Novi (248) 348-5555 A division of Epoch Restaurant Group—Michigan's Premier Dining Company Forte Tribute Latitude Knot, just a bar Epoch Events Catering Birmingham (248) 594-7300 Farmington…

… University a cappella group; Impact headed up a large vigil on the evening Dance, a U-M company; and musical of Sept. 11. An estimated 15,000 peo- soloists performing numbers from the ple participated. "We…

…* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * TAR DELI IS ONE OF THE BEST CARRY OUT ONLY RESTAURANTS IN AMERICA! (248) 352-7377 she has appeared in enter- tainment programs to Brian Netter: benefit the Epilepsy…

… Productions will ing a dramatic present a new, original monologue. wor kh , w ic h captures t e emotions of a support group. Greener, who gained acting experience while a student at West Bloomfield High School…

…, will be stage-managing as well as acting. "I feel very strongly about being part of this event to raise Also on the program is Amazin' money for people who were directly Blue, a 14-member a cappella…

… members of the legal profession. Max M. Fisher Federation Bldg., Bloomfield Twp. RSVP by March 30: Kara Weiner (248) 203-1499. HILT .FL ON CAMPUS University of Michigan 22nd Annual Hillel Conference on…

…. Hillel • • 'America Discovers the Holocaust, 1945- 2000" — Monday, March 19, noon. Professor Todd Endelman will speak. Michigan Union. • The Undying Flame: Ballads and Songs of the Holocaust— Tuesday…

…, artistic director, University of Detroit Mercy's Theater Company. CLUBS/AFFILIATES Southeast Michigan Coalition on the Environment (SEMCOEJL) and Jewish Vegetarians of Nord' America (JVNA) — Sunday, March…

… Brooke Victor of West Bloomfield was inducted into the national Collegiate Scholars at the University of Michigan. She is the daughter of Howard and Gail Victor and Victor is in the nursing school at U…

…HILL FLOOR COVERINGS HERES TO FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE Name Brands Low Prices Eric Adelman of Berkley has been chose by Hillel of Metro Detroit, the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, to…

…, founder and man- aging partner of Berkley-based personal injury law firm Liss & Shapero, has been appointed to the board of trustees for the city of Berkley Downtown Liss Development Authority. Michigan…

… Psychoanalytic Foundation of Farmington Hills celebrated its 20th anniversary at the Rock Financial Showcase in Novi on Nov. 10. The honoree was Harold Kulish, founding president of the Michigan Psychoanalytic…

… example, which has made a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. She has garnered national recognition for her efforts and commitment. Most notewor- thy is her fight that resulted in the…

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… special events on Nov. 28th... DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE Wed., Nov. 28th, 2007 Elementary parents: Visit any or all of our elementary schools between 9-11 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. that day. Robert F. Liss…

… Foundation. 1958 Join us to: * See our schools and state-of-the-art facilities * Meet teachers, principals and support staff * Get updated program information * Be a part of fine arts, technology and…

… strong supporter of Hillel Day School, a member of Bel Canto Choir and a past member of Congregation B'nai David. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Anaruth and Henri Bernard Oslik of…

… and Leia Bernard Serlin; sister, Esther Kaell. She was the beloved wife of the late Abraham J. Oslik. Contributions may be made to the Abraham and Pearl Oslik Fund, Hillel Day School, 32200 Middlebelt…

… Adat Shalom Synagogue Adat Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery Outside Michigan at: 1-800-736-5033 IRVING DASHEVSKY Rabbi: David Nelson of Beth Shalom Synagogue Adat Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery 26640…

… Greenfield Road Oak Park, Michigan 48237 IESHULA. ISHAKIS Rabbi: Yoel Sperka of B'nai Israel - Beth Yehuda Beth Yehuda Cemetery • InKNAM,1 $1. :,A0kr As`W,V,4> q:k • Rabbi Boruch E. Levin Robert H…

…. Oppenheim. Internment will be in February at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy. Contributions may be made to Wayne State University, the Detroit Sympho- ny Orchestra, the Detroit Institute of Art or any Jewish…

…-in-law, Judith and Michael Olinick of Middlebury, Vt., and David Oppenheim and Judith Kruntorad of Medfield, Mass.; grand- children, Eli Olinick of Dallas, Abigail Olinick of Waltham, Mass., Cheryl and Christopher…

… Mazzoli of Birming- ham, Aaron Olinick of Takoma Park, Md., Anne Olinick of Middlebury; great-grandchildren, Amanda and Sarah Mazzoli of Birmingham. For 70 years, she was the wife of the late Dr. Joseph M…

… organization. PEARL OSLIK, 89, of Southfield, died Jan. 12, 2004. She was active with Congregation Beth Shalom, Hadassah, National Council of Jewish Women and its Meals on Wheels and Na'amat. Mrs. Oslik was a…

… Southfield; son and daughter-in- law, Norman Oslik and Madeleine Golde of Cheverly, Md.; grandchil- dren, Kenneth Bernard and Monica Brockmeyer, Rabbi Greta Bernard Brown and Robert Brown, Betsy and Michael…

…, Farmington Hills, 48334 or Yad Ezra, 2850 W. 11 Mile, Berkley, MI 48072. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman Chapel. LILLIAN C. REIFLER, 95, of West Bloomfield, formerly of Toledo…

…, (248) 683-5030. Here's To University of Michigan student Abby Rosenbaum has been awarded the Louis and Saralee Segel Israel Scholarship from the Michigan B'nai B'rith Hillel Fund. The $1,000 gift goes…

… Michigan resident Natalie Pelavin. JAC is a nationwide network of Jewish community activists advocating a strong U.S.-Israel relationship, reproductive rights and separation of religion and state. 6…

… to a Jewish student in a Michigan college spending time in Israel pursuing a credit value project in an accredited university course. Rosenbaum's project is the American Photo Trek, a photojour- nalism…

…/16 2000 44 Aaron Fidler, son of Rhona and Robert Fidler of West Bloomfield, recently graduated magna cum laude from the honors program of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He was…

… Undergraduate Award and the Paul Miller Scholarship, both of which recognize leadership and academic achievement at the University of Pennsylvania. Mark Wentzel of Ann Arbor was one winner in the student…

… scholarship. David Salama of Farmington Hills received a bachelor of arts degree from Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass. He completed a major in sociology and a minor in Near Eastern and Judaic studies as…

…Community JCC Hosts Annual Meeting Tikvah Group Installs Board The Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit's annual meet- ing is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, in the Jewish…

… Community Center in West Bloomfield. The meeting will be preceded by a dessert reception at 7. The evening will include the elec- tion and installation of officers and board members and the presentation of…

… the Susan Alterman JCC Leadership Award to Mindy Soble Kaufman and Todd Sachse. Others on the program include Rabbi Lee Buckman, invocation; Mark Hauser, greetings from the Jewish Federation of…

… Metropolitan Detroit; Lawrence Wolfe, president's report; Harry Eisenberg, report of the nominating committee; Irwin Alterman, award presentations; Herman Frankel, renovation update; Hugh Greenberg, capital…

… would be a stronger person for it:' In addition to the cash win- He and Cher have remained nings, Josh — a University of friends. "She and (show contestant) Michigan graduate who now lives Wes Wilson just…

… at the University of Michigan – where they were also roommates for three years – they began to talk about a professional future together. "We were both interested in the same things," said Adam, the…

…-Foot Kirschner, starring Hillel classmate Andy Kirschner, now of Chicago. It could have become a sought-after eBay item some day, but, Schwartz said, "Unfortunately, someone taped over it." I' — Shelli…

…-anxiety medica- great insight when he said, tion. "I knew I could out-geek, "So many things that were part out-dweeb and out-nerd anyone." of the show made me anxious," As the male winner of this season's he said…

… months with beautiful champ. women, sing karaoke to a crowd One of eight "geeky" men paired and travel, by car, to Las Vegas as and housed for eight weeks with part of the show's challenges. eight…

… beautiful women, Josh, the "I was very apprehensive about son of Sam and Mindy Herman of it all," he said. So before I signed Farmington Hills, participated in on, I talked with my therapist, who competitive…

…. "But I was getting free intensive therapy told no one. I signed a contract big- out of the deal. I knew if I could ger than a phone book promising make it out of the experience alive, that I wouldn't." I…

… conversation with — reaped a life-changing reward. Cher, in the show's finale, Josh said, Diagnosed with generalized "I came out in my Jewishness. anxiety disorder with situationally There were a lot of…

… took out our video cameras in middle school at Hillel," said Adam, whose mom, Sharon, was Josh's English teacher C there, "Back then we just did it for fun." But after they shared film school classes…

… son of Dr. Lawrence and Sharon Schwartz of Bloomfield Hills. The two worked together writing comedy sketches in L.A., where they both now live. "But this is our first screen- play," said Adam, whose…

…Editor's Letter Share Significant Campus Partners T he grand idea of partnerships kept echoing as the new president of Michigan State University recapped the 18-year history of the campus Jewish…

…. The 25 courses tap into the resources of eight departments to create cross-pollinated thought and a less- insular direction. • Teamwork. MSU Hillel, under Executive Director Cindy Hughey, helps add…

… a whole range of other things." We all know there's so much more to how university stu- dents shape their worldview of Jews and Zionism than course content and its presentation. Still, that aspect is…

… Studies pro- gram, which has real potential to be a national model. Jewish . Studies is a courseload as well as a specialty, but not a major. Maintaining the tradition of her predecessor, M. Peter Mc…

…Pherson, Lou Anna Simon visited the Southfield offices of the Detroit Jewish News on what she assures will be an annual stop. Simon, then associate provost, was part of the Jewish Studies planning team back in…

… students welcome. MSU has about Editor 3,000 Jewish students; most are from our state. MSU's 2005 reinstatement of faculty-led student study abroad in Israel fits well with the new Michael and Elaine Serling…

… expected to hit 1,000 by fall with the addition of the Serling chair and a contract professor in Jewish Religious and Philosophical Thought. Simon laid out the six partnerships that give form and texture to…

… Jewish Studies on the East Lansing campus:, • Curriculum. The program hinges study of the two centers of contemporary Jewish life — Israel and America. It doesn't just focus on one or the other. • Approach…

… religious, social and political opportunities for Jewish Studies students who want to strengthen their Jewish identity. The JStudies program also teams with Hillel on programming sponsorships. • Diversity…

…. Program participants are Jewish and non-Jewish. Some take individual classes. Others specialize in the pro- gram. But all are drawn by the attraction of studying Jewish history and culture. • Alumni…

… the University of Michigan and a law tor), Daniela Carnevale (Tica), Kesta student at Wayne State University. Graham (Mother Earth), Dave as a camp project "We did Starshine Doucette (Giovani), Sarah…

… ladybugs live only one day." the Detroit end and got two grants — Uncle Jeb's Farm is part of a musical one from New Detroit and the other trilogy being produced by Starshine. from Hillel's Jacob Burns…

…- in Ontario. Now, their company, ate of the Ryerson University School Starshine Productions, will bring Uncle of Theatre in Toronto, is director-pro- Jebs Farm to the Furniture Factory ducer and works…

…'s Furniture Factory. (248) 855-9463 32418 NORTHWESTERN HWY. Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile Rd. Fax: (248) 626-8468 www.JewishCaterin • .com I01 * mu I it I -11 Flight Of The Ladybug board, but she took it…

… to a professional level and rented a theater in downtown Special to the Jewish News Toronto. By the end of the one-week run, we played to about 2,000 folks hat began as a little and completely sold out…

… out of Canada. Theatre in Detroit March 29-April 1. Composer Kates, who plays piano, "We're trying to produce children's guitar and trumpet, also performs with plays with a strong social conscience…

… cycle of a ladybug and is released March 10, along with a gala about what can be accomplished in a opening of the show in Toronto. short lifetime. In my fantasy world, "I've really been working hard on…

… Endowment The first play, which has the same in Ethics," Adiv says. "I was given the name as the company, is about racism. Hillel grant for being a Jewish student will deal Brothers and Sisters, The next…

…, trying to do social conscience work, an with the importance of family. ethical project, in the city. I'm using "This whole [initiative] is so reflective adult actors, but one of my goals is to of summer…

… camp — the experiences and the friends I've taken away from it," use children as actors." Appearing in the show are Joshua explains Adiv, a Judaic studies graduate Engel (Uncle Jeb and musical direc- of…

… University of Michigan Hillel Foundation, where she has designed newsletters, office mate- rials and posters since 1987. Kaplan moved into her current home 10 years ago, and she got back into serious painting…

… Library and the "Pierpont Commons Annual Exhibition" at the University of Michigan. She was a juror in the Ann Arbor Street Fair in 2002 and 2003. "Although I like to paint what is in my home and what…

… earning a bachelor's degree in Studio art and art histo- ry from the University of Southern California, Kaplan start- ed post-degree work at the University of California at Los Angeles. She eventually got…

… her master's degree from Eastern Michigan University. Kaplan moved to Ann Arbor in 1970 after her first husband accepted a job in the city. As her children grew up, she became a graphic designer for the…

…I Arts& Entertainment Favorite Things Ann Arbor artist Adrienne Kaplan derives inspiration . from her surroundings. Tomatoes, in acrylics, features Kaplan's use of strong tones of yellow, red and…

…-exhibit, which runs through March 12 at Ann Arbor's Washington Street Gallery, is dominated by many scenes inside and outside her home, and her husband, Harold Borkin, is . included in some of them. "I like to…

… paint while looking at things;' says Kaplan, 69, whose . home windows open up to views of wooded areas. "I'm trying to get representational images with lots of pizzazz. I include my hus- band because he…

…'s a constant part A of my life and home." Using broad brushstrokes, Kaplan painted July Patio and October Patio to capture the same territory at different times of the year. Although she introduces…

… her husband in Harold Watching TV, her image is abstract enough to make the profile somewhat ambiguous. Kaplan showcases 20 paintings at the Washington Street Gallery, where she also has views of a…

… beach in Maine, where the couple have spent summer holidays. All the images were completed with strong shades of red, yellow and blue to serve as contrast to the -white tones that also are used. "My work…

… Corrections • The letter "Proud Of MSU Hillel" (Nov. 9, page 6) should have stated that the Michigan State University Hillel, the Lester J. Morris Hillel Jewish Student Center, serves as a real center of…

…1111 77777urtirmaul , em m 9 la W hen it came time for Steve and Stephanie Blum to finish the basement of their contemporary colonial, they did their due diligence. They considered every…

… level bedroom suite with a bath and a room to spare. They used the same finishes and quality as the rest of the couple's custom home, said Steve, so "It feels as though it has been there forever. They…

… made it consistent." While Stephanie now delights in an inviting basement that provides "a lot more space" for the couple, their two young children and overnight guests, Steve extols the benefits of…

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….com . We prefer e-mail. Weizmann A Gem I have visited Israel twice this year, in January and September, and both times visited the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot. In September, I was on a mission…

… about the Big Bang. We were introduced to some of the work in math and computer science that the Institute does. My very favorite is the Davidson Institute for Science Education built by our own Bill…

… pure research that is not com- mercially driven, but often it is these projects that lead to findings that add to the bottom line of the economy of Israel. Not only do the scientists produce cutting…

…-edge scientific research, but also the Weizmann Institute adds billions of dollars to the economy of Israel each year. Susan G. Lifton Bloomfield Hills Wider Service Thank you for your very informative Cover…

… president and international director of Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life in 1988. Joel has coined the term "Jewish renaissance" to describe what he sees as the re-invigoration of Jewish life in…

…- sionals from throughout Southeastern Michigan. And, no surprise, "renaissance" was on Joel's mind. "We are at an unbelievably opportune moment to rebuild the Jewish world," Joel said. At this moment of…

… our goals. "If we lose focus when Israel strong; they want to win." explodes, we do ourselves and Israel a disservice," he said. For Susan Herman, director of the Michigan Jewish Transcend the process…

… professionals are "servants" to the lay "leaders." ichard Joel can rightly be called a "Renaissance Man." He's been a New York state prosecutor, then dean of Yeshiva University Law School before becoming…

…-Ilan University in Israel was recently dedicated in honor of the Muskovitz and Pershin families. Detroiter Allen E. Schwartz was elected president of Wayne State University Press. The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the…

… America and beyond. When the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit began organizing its "Striving for Excellence" conference, he was the planning committee's first and unanimous choice for keynote…

… speaker, said Kari Alterman, Federation's director of community outreach and education. "We knew he could bring us together in a shared sense of purpose — and he did," she said. Planned by representatives…

… of Federation and non-Federation agencies and congregations, the half-day conference took place Nov. 2 at the West Bloomfield Jewish Community Center. It brought together 200 Jewish communal profes…

…'t stop at identifying a vision of a Jewish community "moving forward, advancing civilization and Joel quoted comedian Woody Allen's one-liner, "the Jewish definition of swimming is not drowning." being a…

… light unto the nations." Joel said his work with college students has made it clear He has some clear prescriptions about the role of Jewish communal professionals: that today's Jews have higher…

… Leadership at the University of honoree this year was Leslie Michigan recently celebrated the graduation Bash, executive director of the of its nine 2005 graduates: Alyssa Cohen of Jewish Community Chicago…

… director of and Judaic studies, which are jointly conferred Noparstak will be a campaign associate at Hillel at the University of Maryland. by the U-M School of Social Work and the Frankel the Jewish…

… f f writer Quotable Comfortable Clues Time is short for the RSVP, but you can s-t-r-e-t-c-h out next weekend. The Impact Michigan young adult unit of B'nai B'rith is hosting a lim- ousine road…

…; Rachel Conroy of Nashville, Center of Washtenaw Tenn.; Meredith Einsohn of Dallas; Siegal County. Eli-Gers of South Bend, Ind.; Jennifer Some graduates U-M Drachler grads Rachel Conroy, Siegal Eli…

…-Gers, Alyssa Cohen, Danielle Noparstak of Chicago; Janna Rogat of already have accepted Steinhart, Jennifer Noparstak, Glenda Wucher, Meredith Einsohn, Janna Cleveland; Rachel Rosenthal of Franklin; positions…

…. Conroy will Rogat and Rachel Rosenthal. Danielle Steinhart of Orlando, Fla.; and be a campaign associate Glenda Wucher of Huntington, W.V. at the Jewish Federation Rogat will serve as a planning associate…

… at the Jewish The Drachler Program graduates were of Greater Atlanta; Einsohn will serve as Community Federation of Cleveland; Steinhart will awarded a master of social work degree and director of the…

… Women's Alliance at the be youth director at Temple Beth Orr in Coral Leslie Bash a certificate in Jewish communal service Jewish Federation of Rhode Island; Springs, Fla; and Wucher will be assistant…

… Federation of Metropolitan Detroit; Center for Judaic Studies. Drachler Graduates 2005 T Israel--Church Relations "Lunch With A Legend" While speaking of churches whose members are considering divestment…

… the inactive roles they played as 6 million Jews were slaughtered, he said, "It's remarkable how some of the churches that have been most forthright and honest and painstaking in their efforts at…

…. For all of his accomplishments in life, Mickey Marcus will forever be known as a hero who made a difference in the world. — Annie Dube, Farmington Hills, Hillel Day Schooh 2nd place, middle school…

… to the United States and established the non-denominational Roeper City and Country School in Bloomfield Hills. Annemarie's philosophy of education, in general, and of gifted education, in particular…

…, reflects her attitude towards Isaac Chelst life. She stresses the importance of teaching children in an atmosphere of emotional and spiritual support ... ...I was privileged to attend middle school at the…

… Roeper School. There, all stu- dents are encouraged to use their given ethnic names. There was a wide range of names in the classroom from Arabic to Korean to Japanese or Chinese. I am a reli- gious Jew…

…. When I attended Roeper School, other students looked at the religious garments I wore and said that they were "cool." Instead of being ridiculed for my differences, I was met with a positive reception…

… • CATERING 32418 Northwestern Hwy, (between Middlebelt & 14 Mi.) (248) 855-9463 Open 7 Days a Week Bloom's Kosher Deli Trays Available 11.13BEIGY LEBANESE CUISINE Previously House of Hunan. Resturant…

… grandfather Rudolph J. Newman, a voluntary pilot from the U.S. in 1949. Three years after their first child was born, they moved (from Israel) to Detroit, Michigan, where my grandfather worked as an accountant…

… variety of jobs, everything from lifting heavy boxes to clean- ing the restrooms. She was fascinated by the United States Eli Newman because it was so different from Israel, so she did anything that came…

… buyer. She later became the president, CEO and now the owner. Her ability to surpass her goals and make the best of a situation makes her heroic. My grandmother told me, 'The U.S is the only country where…

… have opportunities to develop and grow." — Eli Newman, West Bloomfield, Hillel Day School, 3rd place, middle school Outstanding Excellence 5 u . erior uatit9 u n cle Expires 07131/05 Excludes Sushi…

… University in New Orleans and the University of Michigan Stephen M. Ross School of Business. He held jobs on Wall Street in New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia — where he picked up an MBA at the…

… University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School — and Los Angeles — where he met his future wife — before returning to Michigan to run Active Aero, an air cargo charter firm at Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti for…

… attended Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit before finishing his religious studies at Shaarey Zedek, went to high school at Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook, then split his college education between Tulane…

…I Spirituality The Trick Of Guiding A Synagogue Brian Hermelin follows in father's footsteps in leading Shaarey Zedek. The Way Up Bill Carroll Special to the Jewish News Hermelin made a…

… whirlwind tour of the U.S. business world before landing at Rockbridge, but he has always emulated his father in his affection for Shaarey Zedek and has maintained close ties to the synagogue. Hermelin…

… 13 years. He's still its chairman. W hen he's elected president of Congregation Shaarey Zedek of Oakland County next Wednesday, April 22, Brian Hermelin says he's tempted to mark the occasion by…

… as an amateur magi- cian. But instead, Hermelin, who will be the 44th president in the synagogue's 148-year history, is gearing up to perform a differ- ent kind of the old Hermelin magic; the kind he…

…th anniversary celebration in 2011. "My father always said that, of the many organizations and charities he was involved in, Shaarey Zedek was the most important and the one he was most proud of…

…," reflected Hermelin in his office at the Quicken Loans headquarters in Livonia. He's managing partner there in Rockbridge Growth Equity, LLC, which is a member of the Quicken Loans family of partner companies…

…, organized by entrepre- neur Dan Gilbert of Franklin, founder and chairman of Quicken Loans. "Dan and I have been friends since we were growing up in Southfield and attend- ing Camp Tamakwa, and I started…

… professor of history at the University of Michigan in Ann inviting yet true to their tenets. Arbor. So do movements still matter? Dr. Lupovitch's Bloomfield Township talk was as provoca- Like Dr. Lupovitch, I…

… taught anything, it tion, acculturation and apa- thy. Breakfast co-hosts were the Michigan is the difficulty ... to maintain a offices of the American Jewish Committee and certain level of commitment in a…

… identity as American Jews is defined as much by Associate Professor of Jewish Studies at Colby College in the spiritual experience we get from movements as the reli- Waterville, Maine. This year, the Hillel…

… Day School of gious precepts of the movements. In Michigan, we see syna- Metropolitan Detroit graduate also became a visiting associ- gogues in all Judaic streams striving to be more relevant and ate…

… when America became the universal even harder to try to figure out a way to instill some sense of center of Jewish life and leadership. commitment," said Dr. Lupovitch, the Pulver Family Today, our…

… different attitude to count- gious beliefs ranging from Orthodox to Secular Humanistic. er the loss of communal authority. Movements also distinguish our differences as Jews so they Orthodoxy came in response…

… to Reform Judaism, whose help religiously ignorant or under-involved Jews migrate to first synagogue opened in 1819 in Hamburg, Germany. an affiliated comfort level of their choice. Before then, Jews…

… Dr. Lupovitch, "but Jews around Township on June 9, Dr. Lupovitch the world were drawing from the same package of beliefs and helped a small audience ponder whether practices and symbols and…

… institutions." there is a core group of Jews in America Conservative Judaism was born later in with enough Jewish knowl- America as a middle ground, built from what edge to assure a next gener- its immigrant…

… founders felt were the most ation of informed Jews who ROBERT A. can transmit Jewish values SKLAR and our heritage effectively Dr. Howard Lupovitch: "If the Editor amid the tugs of assimila- 20th century…

… Brodie; great-grandchildren, Carly, Jacob and Max Kahan. She was the beloved wife of the late Irwin H. Helman. Interment at Adat Shalom Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan or…

… Chicago and the Illinois Institute of Technology. He was a synagogue rabbi in Joliet, Ill., and then went on to become a chaplain for the eighth Air Force serv- ing in Germany and England. He was the Hillel…

… Director at the University of Manitoba for three years and at the University of Minnesota for 27 years. He taught and held the Phillip's Chair for Jewish Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire for…

…Obituaries OBITS from page 87 Green; adored sister of the late William Geer and the late Ann Victor; dear sis- ter-in-law of the late Dave Victor, the late Edith Geer, the late Sam and Jon Green…

… Cancer Foundation, 100 E. Big Beaver #800, Troy, MI 48083. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman Chapel. LILLIAN HELMAN, 89, of Plainwell, Mich., died Jan. 10, 2004. She is survived by her daughters and sons…

…-in-law, Penny and Stuart Avig of Farmington Hills, Candice and Gary Parks and Recreation. Frenkel of Waterford; son and daugh- ter-in-law, Robert and Diane Helman of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Darren Avig, Scott…

… Avig, Bradley Gutov, Joanna (Raul) Acosta, Aaron (Kelly) Helman; great-granddaughter, Ariel. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Heiman; sister of the late Sara Lee Weisman. Interment at Adat…

… Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 20300 Civic Center Dr., Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48076 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Dorfman…

… Chapel. SYLVIA HELMAN, 88, of Bloomfield Hills, died Jan. 10, 2004. She was the administrator for the city of Southfield No Jew Is Ever Alone Mrs. Helman is survived by her daughter and son- in-law, Jo…

…Ann and Dr. Bernard Kahan of Bloomfield Hills; son and daughter- in-law Dr. Edward and Barbara Helman of Oregon; grandchildren, Dr. Bryan and Hillary Kahan, Eric and Shira Kahan, Jayme Helman and Scott…

… Jewish student at Wayne State Education) conference on Long University, Roskind served Island, N.Y. on the board of Hillel of Panush earned a master's Metropolitan Detroit for degree in educational…

… leadership four years. Roskind, his from Eastern Michigan wife Bonnie, and their 10- University as well as a master's month-old son, Rafael, in urban planning from the recently returned to the University of…

… Michigan. She is Detroit area from married to Mitchell Silverman Chicago, where he worked and is the mother of Shoshana, Aviva Panush for two years with Keshet, 13. a program for children A crucial part of…

…Test your finger power with LiteRise: The LiteRise touch system lets you raise our Duette° and pleated shades, wood and aluminum blinds with just a touch of a finger. Hidden controls eliminate the…

… lift cord so they look sleek and raise evenly every time. LiteRise. Because when it comes to your windows, we're always in touch. Aviva Panush, Jason Roskind Now Part Of AJE Staff Panush will work at…

… AJE Mondays, Tuesdays and every other Thursday only until June, when her school year at Kehillat Israel ends. he Agency for Jewish Jason Roskind, the new Education (AJE) has director of informal Jewish…

… replaces Ellen responsibilities of the Teen Krivchenia, who moved out .of Services Department, while the Detroit area. also developing related pro- Currently school director of grams and initiatives…

… retreat at Camp Maas in served as co-chair of the day- Ortonville, scheduled this time program committee for year for March 23-25. last summer's CAJE (Coalition As an undergraduate for the Advancement of…

… w/cassette, side air bags, power seats, anti-lock brakes & more. Model #CG5661 JNW Class Focus: Aging Issues A series of four one-hour classes tided "Where Do I Turn? A Guide to Community Resources…

… for the Older Adult" will be taught at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield starting 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1. Cost is $15 per course. Teachers of the series are Linda Blumberg, Commission…

… and fasting blood sug- ars. HILLEL ON CAMPUS University of Michigan — For more information: (734) 769-0500. • "The Temple Mount: Past, Present and Future." — Monday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m. Israel Coffee…

…-6137. CLUBS/AFFILIATES Jewish Genealogical Society of Michigan — Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m. Marc Manson, president of the Society, will discuss the resources of the Library of Michigan. Refreshments. Temple Beth…

…. Western Michigan University — For more information: Elana (616) 657-8782. • AIPAC Speaker — Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m. Michigan State University — For more information: (517) 332-1916 • Freshman Broomball…

… the Search of God." Taught by Zohar Raviv, Institute for Informal Jewish Education, Brandeis University. $20 members, $30 guests. To register: (248) 661-5725. Eilu v' Eilu — The following programs are…

… King, Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Art (Aaron) Maniker (248) 557-7105. SENIORS Seniors of Congregation Beth Ahm — Sunday, Feb. 18, 10:30 a.m. Drs. Harris and Phoebe Mainster will show slides of…

… Bayer, Director of Residential Services, Jewish Family Service. Lunch. $7 members, $9 guests. RSVP: Ethel Traurig (248) 682-7232. OAK PARK JCC For information or to RSV1P, call the Jewish Community…

… film series. Natalie Wood Free pizza dinner. Facilitated by Kirsten Femaglich, visiting professor of history. • Torah Study — Wednesday, Feb. 21, 8 p.m. Food and fun. Julie Schiller (517) 353…

… El, Bloomfield Twp. No charge mem- bers, $5 guests. Barbara Wiener (248) 851-4228. Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework — Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m. "Needlework as Therapy" with Miriam Freeling. Home of…

… Michelle Bernard, 28675 Franklin, Apt. 601, Southfield. (248) 434-2827. Anti-Defamation League, A World Of Difference Institute — beginning Monday, Feb. 19. Online course in par- enting, "Hate Hurts: How…

… Children Learn and Unlearn Prejudice." Co- taught by Yvonne Brady, ADL Long Island Regional Office and Linda Santoro, director of ADL's Early Childhood Education Programs. No charge. (248) 355-3730. JCC…

… check this out. sor at the University of Michigan, Locke spent a year in Israel between jobs. Her relationship with the university is not unique. If there were no U-M, there would be no Hebrew Day School…

… U-M Hillel founda- tion building. Because of the rise in applications, plus the growth of the Ann Arbor area, the Hebrew Day School board is . considering adding a middle school. The school has…

… of Ann Arbor. About 75 per- cent of its students' parents have some association with the university. "When our students graduate, they usually find themselves way ahead of whatever school they go to…

…ou're a recent college graduate and you're not exactly certain how you want to spend the rest of your life. Y Want to exercise your soul? Lift your spirit? Elevate your heart? Help others? Then…

… next," said Locke, who earned two master's degrees, in Jewish education and Jewish commu- nal service, from Hebrew Union College Jewish Institute of Religion in Los Angeles. "We provide a warm place for…

… ✓ Complete training ✓ Practical, professional experience ✓ Opportunity to travel to Israel ✓ A chance to influence the lives of others talk! Call the Agency for Jewish Education at (248) 645-7860, or…

… visit www.ajedetroit.org Application deadline is May 1, 200L Interested? Let's IN 2/16 2001 92 Federal:WI N T1liance for Jewish Education With special thanks for the support of the Covenant…

… Foundation community educator with several dif- ferent agencies, said the Hebrew Day School blends many things she values in a school. "It combines somewhat of a tradi- tional focus with a contemporary spice…

… Conservative Solomon Schechter movement. The school's families, however, come from a very As part of a unit on the solar system, third- graders Michele Freed and Hannah Rose Alexander collect information from…

… the Internet. Ironically, the nature of the Ann Arbor academic community is also an impediment to the day school's growth. Each year; a number of untenured faculty members, gradu- ate students or…

…, (989) 779-0945 or (989) 773-5086. Services: Friday 8 p.m. each week. Central Michigan University Hillel, (989) 774-2635; cmuhillelgyahoo.com . Congregation Beth El 311 Beth El Way, Traverse City 49684…

… Feibusch. President: Stuart Newman. Services: Saturday 8:45 a.m.; weekdays Shacharit at sunrise, Minchah at sunset. Chabad House-Lubavitch of Eastern Michigan 5385 Calkins Rd., Flint, (810) 230- 0770…

…, educational programs, holiday preparation, lifecycle celebrations. Ortzafon® aol.com . Shalva Minyan - U of M The Shalva minyan is a tradi- tional, pluralistic, Carlebach-style Kabbalat Shabbat with separate…

… seating and participation by women. Services: Fridays at sun- down. Co-chairs: Rachel Jacobson (rijacob@umich.edu ); Adam Baruch (abaruch®umich.edu ). Check Hillel Web site for details (www.umhillel. org…

…. Sunday 9 a.m.; Monday-Wednesday 7:30 a.m. at Hillel; Thursday, Friday 7:30 a.m. at Chabad. Weekday minyan is only during academic year; Sunday minyan all year round. Ann Arbor Orthodox Minyan 1429 Hill…

… St., Ann Arbor, 48014. Rabbi: Rod Glogower. Services: Friday at sundown; Saturday 9:30 a.m. and 20 minutes before sun- down; weekdays during the academ- ic year 7:30 a.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. Bais Chabad of…

….m. Bais Chabad of North Oak Park 15401 W.10 Mile, Oak Park, 48237, (248) 872-8878. Rabbi: Shea Werner. Beth Tefilo Emanuel Tikvah 24225 Greenfield, Southfield, 48075, (248) 559-5022. Rabbi: Yisroel…

…. Rabbi: Yisroel Weingarten. Services: Saturday 9:30 a.m. Chabad Jewish Center of Commerce-Walled Lake 4718 Half Penny Ct., Commerce Twp., 48382, (248) 363-3644. Rabbi: Schneor Greenberg. Shabbat services…

… 10 a.m. Jewish studies, holiday programming. Chabad Jewish Center of Novi- Northville 42142 Loganberry Ridge North, Novi, (248) 790-6075. Rabbi: Avrohom Susskind. For information on services…

… information will be completed 15 minutes before candlelighting each Friday. Or Chadash of Oak Park/ Huntington Woods 23161 Gardner, Oak Park, (248) 543-0372. Rabbi Eliezer Cohen. President: Elliott Shevin…

… of political science and Preston R. Tisch Professor of Judaic Studies, University of Michigan, speaks at 8:15 p.m. on "The Legacy of Modern Eastern European Jewry: Creativity and Catastrophy," 4 p…

…-6514. iNednesdays Jan. 21 Parlor Meeting Hillel Day School introduces lateral entry program at 7 p.m., for students entering 6th grade in the fall of 2004, to parents of current 4th and 5th graders not…

…Friday, Jan. 16 Young Israel of Southfield RSVP by Jan. 12: (248) 358-0154. Sermon in Music Temple Beth El retiring organist Dr. Gale Kramer is featured at a 7:30 p.m. service in his honor. Shabbat…

… dinner at 6 p.m. RSVP for dinner: (248) 851-1100, ext. 3149. The Eternal Road Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic Studies presents a screening of the documentary on the stage production The Eternal Road with…

….m. Saturday on "The Emergence of Modern Jewish Politics" and 5:25 p.m. on "Can Jewish Life Be Revived in Post- Communist Eastern Europe?" Friday dinner: $20 adult, $15 children under 11. Young Israel of…

… Southfield. RSVP for dinner: (248) 746-0659. .2aturday, jan. 17 Art Auction Sisterhood of Adat Shalom holds art exhibit and auction with art in all media from the Marlin auction house. Preview at 7:30 p…

… Rebuild Palestinian Homes, is guest. Ann Arbor JCC, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. (734) 975- 9872. Tzitzit Workshop Rabbi Morris reviews the laws of tzitzit and how to tie tzitzit onto a tallit at 1:30 p.m., for…

… children through 8th grade. $10 Our Yiddish Heritage Corinne Stavish joins Sholem Aleichem Institute at 3 p.m. with recollections, folk tales, personal stories and literature in celebration of Tu b…

…'Shevat, "Roots and Branches: The Stories of Our Yiddish Heritage." NCJW offices, 26400 Lahser, Southfield. (248) 423-4406. Women's Night Out The Shul and the Friendship Circle host "Spotlighting Mikvah: Spa for…

… discuss "Surgery Versus Radiation as the Treatment of Choice for Prostate Cancer" at 6:15 p.m. Dinner provided. No charge. Weisberg Cancer Center, 31955 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington Hills. RSVP: (248) 538…

… Michigan, Women's Division of Federation and the JCC, says her focus at first will be on getting settled. Originally from upstate New York, where he received an MBA degree in finance from New York University…

… Nevins, president of the Michigan Board of Rabbis, said Rabbi Weil "is the only Orthodox pulpit rabbi to attend meet- ings with the Michigan Board of Rabbis." He recalled how, "during the tragic days…

… the synagogue's young couples. Beth Jacob is the founder of the Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy, a 750-student religious day school for students through the eighth grade. Housed across the street from…

…, England, as well as head the University of London-London School of Jewish Studies. Marc Rohatiner, president of Beth Jacob, met Rabbi Weil in December, when the rabbi was in California speaking at the…

…-El corning together for projects at the Jimmy Prentis Morris Building of the Jewish Community Center in Oak Park. Projects have included preparing and delivering Purim packages and Rosh HaShana apples…

… Freedman said. "Rabbi Weil celebrates what we share and does not focus on what we do that is different. He cares about all Jewish souls, with respect." Rabbi David Nelson of Beth Shalom, whose members…

… participate in the Neighborhood Project's program, credits Rabbi Weil with bridging many gaps. "What made him special is that he treated everyone with a real level of mentshlichkeit, bringing mutu- al respect…

… in the Jewish community among my colleagues." Many of the projects Rabbi Weil encouraged took place at the JCC's JPM Building in Oak Park. Leslee Magidson, managing director there, said: "Rabbi Weil…

… really reached out, not only to Young Israel and the s. Orthodox community, but to the Jewish community at large." Expansive Outreach Rabbi Weil is strongly focused on Israel. Rabbi Daniel Nevins of Adat…

… synagogues. Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg of YI- Southfield and Rabbi Weil each have spoken from the other's pulpit. "We have partnered in community activi- ties, such as the Project Shalom Task Force, a help…

… (University of Michigan); Brett Alpiner (U-M-Dearborn); Mackenzie Coden (West Bloomfield Walnut Creek); Molly Grossman, Elizabeth Kirshner, Ruthie Lehmann, Avielle Movsas, Stephanie Schulman, Sarah Spitzer…

…, Carly Cykiert, Rachel Goutman, Jessica Kahn, Atara Lakritz, Rachel Margolin, Andrew Milgrom, Blake Orman (Frankel Jewish Academy, West Bloomfield); Kale Davidoff (Michigan State University); Mitchell…

… Cpl. Tibor Rubin, a survivor of a German con- centration camp who earned the Congressional Medal You've Been Spotted! of Honor. • The first Third Generation organizing committee meet- Our Party…

… grandchildren ages 13-18 of survivors are welcome to attend. Call Dr. Charles Zelda, Nariem Bale and Schlome Silow or Sharon Silver Teweles at (248) 661-2999 to Gringlas were Sol's siblings who RSVP…

… perished in concentration camps. The gang at Brent's sports bar mitzvah their stories of strength and courage will never die. I know I will remember my grandparents' story and teach it to my children and…

… of his family was mur- dered by the Nazis. I know, without a sliver of doubt, the Holocaust occurred. This year, on Yom HaShoah, the candles are once again lit in memory. It is our task, as the third…

… generation, to hold true to the phrase, "Never again." We must teach our children what happened so they can learn to practice understanding and stand up against hate and intoler- ance. The legacy of the…

… (Yeshivat Akiva, Southfield). Photographers I Jessica Polk (Frankel), Colton Graub (Hillel) Cartoonist I Josh Loney (Bloomfield Hills Andover) supervising staff Chief Operating Officer I F. Kevin Browett…

…"". You've been Spotted!' and Partyrazzin' are trademarks of Party Layne B4 teen2teen April • 2009 Creative Director I Deborah Schultz Consultanting Graphic Designer I Lindsay Schwartz Marketing Director…

… I Kelli Baird IT Director I Deanna Spivey Teen Consultant I Jon Layne Jewish Renaissance Media — 29200 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 110, Southfield, MI 48034 Vewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit…

… of Michigan and co-captains of the Ann Arbor synchronized skating team the Hockettes, repre- sented the U.S. Feb. 1-4 in Rouen, France, in the French Cup competition. The Hockettes beat elite teams…

… established by the U.S. Ski Team. Brad is in .fourth grade and Scott is in second grade at Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit. …

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… Athletic Director Bob Gershman was honored Monday by the Berkley Board of Education after he was voted Oakland County Athletic Director of the Year by his colleagues. The board also cited Berkley's foot…

…- ball team and Berkley senior Oren Goldenberg, who earned Academic All- State special mentions from the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association. MONEY MARKET FARMINGTON HILLS BRANCH 31000…

…. A grant of $1,000 will be given for either study in Israel or participation in an orga- nized national or international Jewish event between June 1, 2001 and May 31, 2002. Applications must include a…

…. Also needed are a transcript of grades; two letters of recommendation from non-relatives (teacher, rabbi, employer, organization head, etc.); and specifics about the program for which the award will be…

… from Finland, France, Great Britain and Switzerland to win the junior division competition. The team exe- cuted a near perfect performance on the last day of competition to upset the favored Finnish…

… teams. During competition, 20 team members synchronize their move- ments as they skate. Katie and Shaina are members of Temple Beth Emeth in Ann Arbor and participated on the Ann Arbor team in the JCC…

… Maccabi Youth Games. Schlafers Ski Medal Times Maccabi Tryouts Gold Brad and Scott Schlafer of West Bloomfield both received gold medals Next Month in their NASTAR ski race competition The Detroit Maccabi…

….sunriseseniorlivingcom For college age through 30-something. Send information to ahitsky@thejevvishnews.com Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Clarkston July 23 Friday, 7:30 p.m. Hillel of Metro Detroit Fondue Shabbat, Oak Park JCC. Cost…

… Northville 734-420-7917 15870 Haggerty Road Brighton Gardens of Northville 248-601-9000 500 East University Drive Sunrise of Rochester 248-293-1200 6870 Crooks Road Sunrise of Troy Sunrise of West Bloomfield…

… installed as co-presi- dents of the Ruach Group of the Greater Detroit Chapter of Solomon, Rubin Hadassah. The installation ceremo- ny held at E.G. Nick's in West Bloomfield. Rubin is an attorney and works…

… for Munder Capital Management in Birmingham. Solomon is an events spe- cialist and fund-raiser for the Alzheimer's Association Greater Michigan Chapter. Ruach board members also installed were vice…

… hospitals. Ruach is planning two new, ongoing groups this year: a study group focusing on Jewish topics and a movie club. The annual barbeque will be at the Walled Lake home of Kimberlee Rubin 6:30 p.m. Aug…

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… on the details of living, from beautifully appointed living spaces to delicious meals, engag- ing social activities, transportation, and personalized assistance and care. Visit of call a Sunrise…

… Senior Living community to see what we do to make our communities into places seniors can call home. In Michigan, we offer Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care. Call today to schedule a personal tour…

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… Farmington Hills 313-343-0600 21260 Mack Avenue Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods Currently taking reservations for Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods opening in 2005. 734-420-4000 16100 Haggerty Road Sunrise of…

…. There is no charge to participate. (248) 967-4030. Young Adults Unless otherwise indicated, Hillel events at Michigan State University are held at 360 Charles Street in East Lansing. Contact Marisa…

… elementary school. It strengthens parents' understanding of Judaism so they may nurture their childrens' Jewish identity. The first-year Melton PEP class will meet on Wednesday morn- ing at Hillel Day School…

… State University discusses Peace Building, 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, at the West Bloomfield JCC. Sponsor is the Institute of Retired Professionals. Underwriting comes from the Harry Kirsh Fund, for…

…To Do! Calendar from page 49 Attend a Dream Cruise picnic in celebration of the 30th anni- versary of the Child Abuse and Neglect Council of Oakland County 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at CARE…

… House, 44765 Woodward in Pontiac, north of Square Lake Rd. Lawn chairs, cameras, binocu- lars, barbeque, birthday cake and ice cream will be the order of the day, said CARE Executive Director Pat Rosen. A…

… donation of $30 is suggested. (248) 332-7173. Enjoy s'mores and campfire songs at a Havdalah campfire 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, on the front lawn of Temple Emanu-EI.14450 W.10 Mile in Oak Park. Bring lawn…

….m. Thursday and until noon on Sunday. (248) 967-4020. Participate in the local Alzheimer's Association's Memory Walk Saturday, Aug. 25, at the Detroit Zoo. Greater Michigan Chapter seeks walkers and pledg- es…

…. Learn more at (800) 272-3900 or www.alzgmc.org . Holidays 6- Shabbat Find out why Jewish is Bluish, Rabbi Joseph Klein's summer series of answers about Judaism, during outdoor services 7:30 p.m. Friday…

…, at the temple, 14450 W. 10 Mile in Oak Park. Topics are Burial and Mourning, Aug. 17; and Life-cycle Events, Aug. 24. (248) 967-4020. Join Barry Levine's discussion of the weekly Torah portion with…

… Senior Saturday Shabbat 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at the synagogue, 5725 Walnut Lake Rd. in West Bloomfield. There is a charge of $3 at the door for lunch. Call Elaine for reservations and information…

… Road, Bloomfield Hills Also available for parents of young children: Melton Parent Education Program (PEP) Wednesday mornings at Hillel Day School, Farmington Hills THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 9:30-11:00 A…

… FOLLOWING THE PRESENTATION For reservations or information, please call (248) 851-6880 Congregation Beth Ahm - West Bloomfield, Michigan A portion of the proceeds will be donated to HAVEN 1 I I I I I I I…

… Barbara Rom. For further information or to RSVP for the "Taste of Melton" call 248-642-4260 x 372. the florence melton 11 11 adult mini-school of metro detroit A Project of The Hebrew University of…

…Metro Give us 2 hours a week... We'll give you 5,000 years DIGEST In-depth adult Jewish learning in a user-friendly format Talk Focus: Energy Florence Melton Adult Mini-School "Taste of Melton…

…, at the Max M. Fisher Building in Rep. Dingell Bloomfield Township. The topic is "Declaring Energy Independence for America: Michigan's Role in Solving a Global Problem." This is the third in a three…

… Jerusalem THE CENTER Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit (4 Take A Trip With The JCC 1i Jewish Federation of itetrcpoliton Detroit ALLIANCE FOR JEWISH EDUCATION 1287600 ■ 11 ■ II ■ III…

….M. Spend a glamorous after- noon with Sandy Schreier as she shares her insider tales, directly from the stars, the designers and world-famous artists: The celebs of yesterday, today and tomorrow. LUNCHEON…

… III I■ I I I■ I I I■I I■I I■I I■ I I I■I 1■I I■ I I I■I I■I I■ I 1■ I 16 August 16 • 2007 ,IN The Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit's Center Travel will offer the following trips for…

… Holocaust Memorial. • Shipshewana and Nappanee — Sept. 18-19. See the Amish area, with guided house and farm tours. Flea markets, a "thresher's dinner" and a performance of Will Rogers Follies. • Israel…

… Through the Ages — Oct. 17-28. Visit the country's most famous sites, its hidden treasures as well as Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Tiberias and Haifa. • China: Jews of the Silk Road — Oct. 18-Nov. 2. Visit Beijing…

… to draw our best young I have just returned from the University on local agency boards, be featured (and paid) people into teaching careers. The percentage of of Michigan Hillel's Birthright Israel mis…

…- members, we really do respect the people to whom Stacy Harold, 21, a University of Michigan senior, is we entrust our most precious resource — our chil- the daughter of Susie and David Harold of Bloomfield…

… Funders Network, meeting next W6 (1/6 Gar importance of education for all of its week in Atlanta, should adopt this as a sig- children. In a new century in which han- IN6 stG6esi. nature issue for the group…

… as it tries to bring dling information promises to be more GOVERNMENT' some cohesion and order out of important than handling physical weiV6 6veR the priorities of the individual resources, effective…

… education for a lifetime foundations and the overarching of learning is going to be the bedrock for EDITORIAL national needs. success. Jews have long understood the importance of Community Organizations study…

… it is to give their children a risen to the challenge of improving both day solid Jewish education so that they can choose the and congregational schools, investing both part they will play in the…

… future of our people. energy and money in the task. These local The problem is that our educational systems are initiatives have produced some notable suc- having a hard time keeping up, basically because…

… we cesses that could be more widely emulated, don't have enough good teachers for our day schools or particularly as the systems wrestle with the for our congregational schools, where the majority of…

… challenge of standards and accountability our children are formally trained in our heritage. that parents and fenders will increasingly The problem is hardly new. Jewish schools can't demand. count on…

… ethnicity to attract the best teachers, At the end of the day, however, successful because Jews have long been able to find jobs in Jewish education will depend on keeping public schools or, in the case of…