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…Views 6 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 continued on page 10 Levin Gets it Wrong There he goes, again. Freshman Democrat Congressman Andy Levin displays his ignorance and anti-Israel bias by drafting a letter — co-signed by 100 Democrat members of Congress (including our own Brenda Lawrence and several other members of Michigan’ s delegation) — complaining about Secretary of State Pompeo’ s recent statement that Israel’ s settlements in t...…
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…10 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Views with his hateful speech and growing number of followers, including rappers and the Women’ s March’ s Tamika Mallory. In May of this year, the Philadelphia branch of the Muslim American Society (MAS) had an event where young children from a MAS school sang and read poetry about killing Jews. Then, there is the BDS movement on college campuses, which speaks to anti-Zionism, which, in reality, is a...…
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…Jews in the D 12 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 JUDY GREENWALD CONTRIBUTING WRITER I n keeping with its dedication to pro- vide compassionate, personalized services to help thousands in the Jewish community and its vitally import- ant role in assisting Holocaust survivors, Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit (JFS) has been named Midwest Administrator for the Holocaust Claims Conference. Since 1951, the Conference on Jewish Material...…
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…14 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 A deal is drawing near between the legislature and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in Lansing to restore some of the nearly $500 million Whitmer line-item vetoed from the state’ s 2020 budget, including the $8 mil- lion appropriated to “multi- cultural integration funding.” For the Jewish community, the impact would be about $2 million that is usually allocat- ed to Jewish Family Service, JVS, Jewish Community Cent...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 15 Jews in the D O n Nov. 22, Lansing Mayor Andy Schor was successfully able to light a 9-foot meno- rah alongside the 61-foot Christmas tree in front of the Michigan State Capitol during the Silver Bells in the City event. Later that night, the menorah was taken down and returned to City Hall, where it will stay in the lobby during the holiday season. This is not the first time the Capitol has been in the...…
…16 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Jews in the D Shine Some Light Beaumont’ s Moonbeams program uplifts the spirits of kids in the hospital. ROCHEL BURSTYN CONTRIBUTING WRITER H aving a seriously sick child is a devastating, heart- wrenching experience. As Rachael Grushko of West Bloomfield said, “It was the worst day of my life. ” In late December 2017, Grushko’ s daughter Bella, then 19 months old, was rushed to the emergency room at Beaum...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 17 participants showed up during the month; some nights alone had more than 1,000 people. It gets so crowded that Grobbel warned parking can be a challenge. If you’ re going, be sure to arrive early! They also prefer if people register in advance so they can organize volunteers accordingly. Last year, more than 800 children and their families enjoyed the lights from the inside, not including adults in the ...…
…Jews in the D T hree young speakers presented their stories of resilience at the third annual Teen Shabbat Dinner on Friday, Nov. 22, at Friendship Circle. About 200 teenagers heard from Emily Coon, Mandi Fealks and Brandon Klein. Coon, 16, spoke about developing depression after losing her sister to suicide. “Her laugh was contagious. It could make anyone happy even on their worst day,” Coon said of her sister who was 18 years...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 19 Philanthropist Donates Millions to Windsor Federation Windsor philanthropist Alan Quesnel presented the Windsor Jewish Federation (WJF) with a more than $2 million donation to sup- port the work of the Jewish community in Windsor and to be distributed to humanitarian organizations in Israel. Quesnel has asked that the WJF reach out to Christians United for Israel (CUFI). “I would like to try in some smal...…
…Jews in the D 20 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 continued on page 22 T hree million Polish Jews died during the Holocaust — more than any other nationality. Many died in Auschwitz- Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp, but others were killed near the villages where they lived. Despite the Holocaust’ s devastating impact on Polish Jewry, Poland as a nation and many of its citizens have for decades waivered and backtracked on ...…
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…22 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Jews in the D Jan Gross brought the attack to public attention in 2000. The president of Poland apologized to survivors. A public prosecutor re-opened the case, but the perpetrators had died. “The democratic transformation of Poland brought about an ability to talk about it publicly,” he added. But there was a growing backlash to such honesty. “Some Poles asked, ‘ Why do you speak about bad stuff? Why...…
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…24 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 A be Foxman, former national director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), drew a large audience Nov. 20 to the Berman Theater to hear his talk on a timely topic: “How to Deal with Anti-Semitism in the 21st Century.” Foxman is a well-known and respected activist. Leaving the ADL in 2015 after nearly three decades of leadership, he helped create in 2016 the Center for the Study of Anti-Semitism, which he le...…
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…26 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 continued on page 28 Jews in the D B efore it was in vogue for psychiatrists to prescribe brain- based medications for their patients, Alan Rosenbaum, M.D., was researching and incorporating psychotro- pic drugs for his patients in need. That was more than 50 years ago. Today, Rosenbaum, who practices in Farmington Hills, is consid- ered an expert and pioneer in the field. In addition to serving as a cl...…
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…28 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Jews in the D continued from page 26 “His combination of the science and the art of medicine has helped many patients with widely varying problems. His careful communications with referring practitioners have facilitated the integration of psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.” — DR. SALLY ROSENBERG better.” Drugs work by target- ing neurotransmitters in the brain that stimulate or inhibit their release...…
…Gift Gift Guide Guide 2019 Laura Feld, owner of Laura Rose Cookies in Commerce, launched her business in 2016 after looking for something she could do from home once her kids were in school — partly inspired by her mom, who used to make cookies to give as gifts. “I’ ve always had a passion for creative projects,” Feld says. “I’ ve loved to draw, and I’ ve made custom greeting cards. When I started making the custom cook- ies, the...…
…30 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 gift guide 2019 Gifted Eight nights of awesome gifts (plus a few extras) for everyone on your Chanukah list. LYNNE KONSTANTIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER 7 For All Mankind high-waist SKINNY DENIM in coated pewter powder. Rear Ends, West Bloomfield. (248) 626-4333; shoprearends.com. Take your pick of Eriness JEWEL-STUDDED RINGS — she’ ll love them all. Zieben Mare, Franklin. (248) 539-8879; ziebenmare.com. Vinta...…
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…32 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 gift guide 2019 Michael Aram BOTANICAL LEAF GOLD CANDLEHOLDERS. Slades, West Bloomfield. (248) 851-0066; sladesgifts.com. GRAND SLAM SALAD SERVERS by Lily Juliet are handcrafted of resin and reclaimed horn. Lori Karbal, Birmingham. (248) 258- 1959; lorikarbal.com. Faux python MESSENGER BAG with adjustable strap. Guys N Gals, West Bloomfield. (248) 851-1260. Cozy faux fur MARGOT SLIPPERS by Far Away ...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 33 Published by German art-book publisher Taschen, which treats books as works of art themselves, LINDA MCCARTNEY: THE POLAROID DIARIES highlights McCartney’ s (formerly Eastman, of Kodak Eastman) vast collection of instant pictures from the 1970s-mid ’ 90s. This collector’ s edition is signed by Paul McCartney. Zieben Mare, Franklin. (248) 539-8879; ziebenmare.com. Authentic AIR JORDAN OFF- WHITE UNC in ...…
…34 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 gift guide 2019 The award-winning brand behind Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls book series and podcast has now launched the REBEL GIRLS CHAPTER BOOK SERIES, inspiring and empowering young girls (and boys) to set forth and explore their passions. Each book tells the story of an inspiring woman, with gorgeous illustrations and fun activities. Rebelgirls.co. The totally rad Freaky Freezies COLOR- CH...…
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…Especially For You … Custom gifts for the most discerning recipient. gift guide 2019 RONELLE GRIER CONTRIBUTING WRITER N othing says “I was thinking of you” better than a personalized gift. Here are some suggestions. THE GIFT OF MUSIC Are you still trying to find the perfect gift for those impossible-to-buy-for people on your list? Consider a custom playlist created by longtime music aficiona- do Julie Zorn. Through her company Melo...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 37 CUSTOM PAINTINGS Looking for a gift that stands out? Imagine your sister’ s face when she unwraps a painting of her all-time favorite Beatles album. Or perhaps your kids would love a pop art version of their graduation photo. Using acrylic paints on can- vas, Olivia “Vee” Rose creates original wall art in a variety of shapes, sizes and themes that include movies, books, music, pets, yoga, sports, love and ...…
…38 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 W hen I think of puz- zles, I think of lots of plastic cups. And I think of my grandfather. My grandfather was a man who spent 54 years on the night shift as a photoengraver for the New York Daily News. Needing little sleep, he preferred working nights so he could spend the days with his family, especially his grandchildren. From under the couch in my grandparent’ s one-bedroom pre- war Brooklyn apartmen...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 39 gift guide 2019 The Gift of Organization STACY GITTLEMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER E very family or circle of friends has certain people who are tough to shop for when it comes to gift-giving time. They leave you stumped about what present they’ d flip over; yet giving them a gift card lacks sentiment. Lanie Blau Sacks, franchise owner of Thirty- One Gifts, suggests her personalized and practical offerings c...…
…40 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Give the Gift of an Experience LYNNE KONSTANTIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER From private wheel-throwing or canvas-painting classes to Mommy and Me weekend classes and art camp — even wax hands and spin art — Creative Arts Studios in Royal Oak is inventive fun for all ages. creativeartsstudios.com. Give an underwater adventure in Metro Detroit. Recipients can learn to scuba dive in a pool with Novi’ s Motor City ...…
…continued on page 42 41 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 gift guide 2019 D ecember is the month for giving — especially gifts and parties for friends, family and co-work- ers, but it is also traditionally a special time to help those in need. Many nonprofit agencies welcome gifts of cash, needed items and volunteer help at year’ s end. Some conduct annual giving campaigns with donor matches to raise funds for special proj- ects or general op...…
…42 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 continued from page 41 gift guide 2019 adults and the Russian- speaking community. Cash donations of any amount are welcome to help individuals and families who face challenging situations from inadequate income for basic needs to lack of trans- portation for an older adult’ s medical appointment. Contact Wendy Eisenshtadt at (248) 592-2339. Donated items might include gift cards for stores such as Target,...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 43 | faces&places Jews in the D The Michigan Jewish Sports Foundation celebrated its 35th annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony in October. The evening brought together families and friends to celebrate the inductees. In the crowd were former Detroit Pistons Ben Wallace, Rip Hamilton, World Wide Wes and Earl Cureton, along with Steve Yzerman from the Detroit Red Wings. The family of JN Athlete of the Yea...…
…Moments 44 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Erin Rose Biederman (Shoshana Netanya) of Franklin will be called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019, at Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills. She will celebrate with her proud parents, Dr. Jason Biederman and Dr. Maria Pacis- Biederman, and siblings Ethan and Elyssa Biederman. She is the granddaughter of Dr. Michael and Mrs. Sheri Biederman of Farmington Hills, and ...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 45 T homas K. Radford proposed to Lydia J. Paterni in the air on a flight to Florida for her cousin’ s bat mitzvah. Thomas is an airplane and powerplant certified mechanic at the IFL Group. Lydia teaches first grade in the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Delighted parents are Patrick and Flo (Robbins) Paterni of West Bloomfield, and Thomas and Sue Radford, also of West Bloomfield. The wedding is set...…
…46 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Spirit torah portion D id you know that the first Torah scholar mentioned in the Torah was also the first wrestler recorded in history? Yes, it’ s true. Our patriarch Jacob, whom the verse (Genesis 25, 27) describes as “an innocent man, dwell- ing in tents” [of Torah study, Rashi] is the very same fellow who, in this week’ s portion, wrestles with a man, who the Midrash tells us is the guardian ang...…
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 47 Open Access Israel’ s National Library collaborates with Google to digitize 120,000 books. UNITED WITH ISRAEL STAFF Eretz I n a historic collaboration between the National Library of Israel (NLI) and Google, some 120,000 books will be digitized, the NLI announced. It will include all the library’ s collection of out-of- copyright works that have not yet been digitized as well as every book published du...…
…48 | DECEMBER 12 • 2019 Arts&Life at home Floyd co-founders Kyle Hoff and Alex O’ Dell BRETT MOUNTAIN …
… DECEMBER 12 • 2019 | 49 continued on page 50 I n 2013, the city of Detroit filed for the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history. It was the same week Kyle Hoff decided to move to the Motor City to launch a new business. After studying architecture and entre- preneurship at the University of Miami, Ohio, then earning a master’ s at the University of Michigan, he had been bid- ing his time at a low-rung position at an architectu...…
…Arts&Life at home continued from page 49 one brand. Six years later, Floyd has grown to a 30-person team with four core products for the home — the shelf, the sofa, the bed and the tables, all grown from the original product — the leg — plus hardware, accessories and lighting with plans for much more. “We like to go deep on one product per cat- egory,” Hoff says. “We’ ve grown every year on the initial product, and there’ s a ...…
