…contents Jan. 14-20, 2016 | 4-10 Shevat 5776 | Vol. CXLVIII, No. 24 SHABBAT LIGHTS 3 0 Shabbat: Friday, Jan. 15, 5:06 p.m. Shabbat Ends: Saturday, Jan. 16, 6:12 p.m.* Shabbat: Friday, Jan. 22, 5:15 p.m. Shabbat Ends: Saturday, Jan. 23, 6:20 p.m.* * Times according to Yeshiva Beth Yehudah calendar. Cover design: Michelle Sheridan Rubell Family Collection, Miami The Detroit Jewish News (USPS 275-520) is published every Thursday at 29200...…
…viewpoints » S end letters to: letters@thejewishnews.com Ask Attorney Ken Gross about… for openers Your Your Financial Legal Issues Issues Homebody, Heal Thyself T he poet John Dryden once wrote: Back when ague, a form of “Better to hunt in fields, for malaria, ran rampant through health unbought, than fee the many parts of the world, various doctor for a nauseous draught.” treatments were used to control Perhaps we would feel bet- the d...…
…viewpoints » S end letters to: letters@thejewishnews.com DETROIT JEWISH NEWS theJEWISHNEWS.com A Definition Of BDS guest column As Prospect Of Spring Nears, Can BDS Activities Be Far Behind? A s winter slowly turns into spring, two peoples” solution to the Arab-Israeli the prospect of anti-Israel BDS conflict — the commonly accepted goal activities witnessed in recent of the United States, the European Union years looms large on local c...…
…Maris a Home Care |Advertorial S ON A Helping Hand This company provides more than just home care. Ronelle GrierŽŶƚƌŝďƵƟŶŐtƌŝƚĞƌ Photography { Jerry Zolynsky “B ecause Sometimes You Need a Hand” is more than a slogan at Marisa Home Care; it’s a philoso- phy that guides its staff to approach each cli- ent with understanding, professionalism, and a can-do attitude that inspires confidence in clients and their families. “We think of it as...…
…viewpoints » S end letters to: letters@thejewishnews.com editorial Wide Culture Gap Hinders Peace Chances A s Israelis condemn Jewish terror targeting Palestinians, including so-called “price- tag” attacks by Jewish extremist set- tlers, Palestinians justify the spate of terror waged largely by young Palestinians against Israelis. Therein lies a core difference between Israeli and Palestinian cul- ture. In Israel, homebred terror is an abe...…
…Howard Hanna Birmingham Featured Properties Howard Hanna Homes of Distinction JUST LISTED 533 Wallace St., Birmingham Outstanding in-town home with four levels of beautifully finished living space! Elegant, updated and comfortable. Main level boasts a bright and open living room with a stunning fireplace, gourmet kitchen with large center island and breakfast area, study with built-ins, hardwood floors and crown molding throughout. Second lev...…
…metro » What’s Cooking At Eastern Market? Chef Aaron Egan is managing Detroit Kitchen Connect. Esther Allweiss Ingber | Contributing Writer C hef Aaron Egan, the first kitchen manager hired for Detroit Kitchen Connect (DKC) at Eastern Market, helps aspiring food entrepreneurs become successful producers in commercial kitchen space. Accepting the position last June seemed a natural progression for Egan, 29, a lifelong Detroit resident and ...…
…St. John Providence and Dr. Joseph Salama are proud to welcome Dr. Michael W. Laker to Providence Birmingham Orthopedics. Dr. Laker is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon trained in Orthopedic Surgery and Adult Reconstructive Surgery. MICHAEL LAKER, MD Orthopedic Surgery His specialty includes treatment of arthritic conditions of the hip and knee, including primary and complex revision joint replacement procedures. For ...…
…metro » In Hell’s Kitchen TV competition teaches local chef many professional and life lessons. Keri Guten Cohen | Story Development Editor 000000 Home Care at the Highest Standard was told to act naturally for his interview. “I was myself,” he said. “I swore a lot and used my hands when I talked.” Attesting to Detroit’s culinary power, another local chef, Hassan Musselmani, also was chosen. The casting call was followed by more intervie...…
…John Hardwick Nancy Shamie and Doreen Hermelin presented Federation’s annual student leadership award to Nathaniel Faber from Akiva Hebrew Day School. Young Leader Akiva senior Nathaniel Faber earns 2015 Hermelin Award. Vivian Henoch | Special to the Jewish News H is teachers describe him as an exemplary student, a natural leader, a consensus builder and a role model. His favorite subjects in school? Biology, calculus and Talmud. With pl...…
…metro » Honoring The Past Family returns to German town to receive family heirloom. Jen Lovy | Special to the Jewish News T he Jewish residents of Muenzenberg, Germany, are long gone. Those who didn’t escape the Nazis were ultimately sent to concentration camps. Those who survived decided not to return. Despite the fact there are still no Jewish residents in this German town outside of Frankfurt, the Jewish cemetery was kept up by a local...…
…January Fur Sale Our Biggest Sale of the Year! Save 50–70% on the finest furs, shearlings and outerwear. Y: L N O K E E th ONE W 7 1 y r nua a J s d n e e l a S 181 S. Old Woodward Birmingham, MI 48009 Phone: (248) 642-1690 CeresnieandOffenfurs.com Hours: M-F: 10-6, Thurs: 10-8 Sat: 10-5, Sun: 1-5 Serving Metro Detroit for 70 Years Free parking at store front, additional parking behind the store. 2063320 20 off * % a wig purchase ...…
…metro » je ws in the digita l a g e Technology For Good A s we look around the technology landscape at the beginning of 2016, I think it’s fair to say that the pace of innovation is quite impres- sive. Driverless cars, drones, connected homes and 3-D virtual reality have arrived, and today’s youth don’t even know of a time without social media or mobile apps. We are certainly living in excit- ing times, thanks to tech innovation. However, I...…
…Hidden Treasure Discovered in Oakland County Elegant estate jewelry and beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces can be yours for less than you would imagine COMPANION Many worried parents of college-aged young women ask them to “text me when you get home” before they walk back to their dorm room or off-cam- pus apartment alone at night. Parents remain anxious until they receive that text message alerting them their daughter made the dark trek from...…
…metro » n ews yo u c a n us e By Barbara Beznos, RD/LD/N Integrated Nutrition, LLC Dear Barb, PART 1 Can you explain to me what are Oxalates, when you have Kidney stones, and how to monitor my diet? Gratefully Sara. Most oxalates are waste products made by the body and have no function in humans. The most common type of kidney stone is made of calcium and oxalate (80%). Other sources that contain/or bring forth oxalates include: (DWLQJI...…
…MELLEN, SMITH & PIVOZ PLC Certified Public Accountants Large enough to have the expertise… Small enough to offer personalized service. Serving Business since 1971 We are a full-service accounting and advisory firm whose expert professionals become your business partner. TAX SERVICES: We are specialists within the accounting profession, providing you with the experience and expertise that you and your business demand in this changing econom...…
…metro » c a l end a r HOW TO SEND IN LISTINGS: Send listings by noon Tuesday, nine days prior to publication. Email listings and questions to calendar@thejewishnews.com. For telephone inquiries, call David Sachs at (248) 351-5140. Much To Do! ONGOING T U E S D A Y, J A N. 1 9 S A T U R D A Y, J A N. 2 3 CLASSES BY DESIGN ABOUT BENGURION DINNER & MOVIE Available now. Classes on Jewish topics of inter- est can be arranged for 12 adult ...…
…586.580.8000 ON-TIME | SAFE | CLEAN | AFFORDABLE SCHEDULE NOW!! SERVING SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN Robs Reliable Transportation can pick you up and take you anywhere in Southeast Michigan and beyond. Contact Rob today and get a quote on a relaxing ride to your destination. RELIABLE In order to provide the best experience, we encourage you to book at least 24 hours in advance. If you are unable to schedule in advance, we will make every effort t...…
…auto » on t he cover Corvette was donated to ORT for its auction. The Power Of The Machine Artist Jaclyn Schanes interprets auto mechanics. Suzanne Chessler | Contributing Writer J aclyn Schanes attends annual auto shows, but her immediate focus is not getting behind one or another tempt- ing wheel. Instead, Schanes prefers getting in front of canvases — with an array of brushes and paints beside her — to create artistic turns on the re...…
…V G Ad a et t va rs he n t it ag y e! #1 Globally 18 Years in a Row! ** 49251 Grand River at Wixom Rd. • Novi, MI 48374 (800) 240-8730 | VarsityLincoln.com Find out why. All-New 2016 Lincoln MKX Now Available! Huge Savings - Call For Details! Michigan’s Premier Hybrid Dealer Over 800 Vehicles to Choose From! SERVICING ALL MAKES & MODELS CALL 800-837-5682 TODAY! Vladimir Aksenchik Sales and Leasing Consultant (800) 240-8685 #1 Certifi...…
…auto » continued from page 22 24 January 14 • 2016 Musical interests continue to be expressed as she does DJ work, some at local clubs using the name Jacx. Schanes often uses “large amounts of white negative space so the focus is on the composition and awesome amount of color,” she says. “[I am] injecting my personal style into each painting — utilizing brutal-looking brush techniques and color palettes. So while the paintings are similar i...…
…SAVE $$$ THOUSANDS IN CANADA $60,000 VEHICLE IN CANADA FOR ONLY $42,162.96* USD. PURCHASE A +TAX +TAX *BASED ON THE EXCHANGE RATE OF 1 USD = 1.42 CANADIAN DOLLAR. JANUARY 12TH, 2016 WE CAN HELP GREG JOE Broker Broker GILL GILL Call today! 519-890-8500 Call today! 519-919-4356 January 14 • 2016 25 …
…business & professional » eco n o my The Impacts Of Minimum Wage T he economic recovery has depend on the responsiveness of employ- resulted in little to no wage ers and workers to the mandated wage gains for many workers. Low- increase. If employers are sensitive to a wage workers are finding it increasingly mandated wage increase, their response in difficult to escape poverty. hiring fewer workers will be greater than To alleviate low wag...…
…STM Wealth Management Group The world has changed. Your ĬQDQFLDODGYLFH should too. Advice you can trust starts with a conversation. Paul A. Toby Senior Vice President–Wealth Management 248-637-0274 paul.toby@ubs.com Paul J. Monacelli First Vice President–Wealth Management 248-637-0278 paul.monacelli@ubs.com STM Wealth Management Group UBS Financial Services Inc. 2301 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 800 Troy, MI 48084 248-637-0274 855-821-4312...…
…spirituality » TEMPLE AND SY NAGO GUE LISTINGS SP ONS OR E D BY WE ARE SO EXCITED TO WELCOME RABBI LAIBL WOLF TO TEMPLE, THAT WE MOVED THE EVENT TO ONE DAY EARLIER TUESDAY, JANUARY 26 th 7:30 PM Tales & Songs of restless Souls AN EVENING OF STORIES, WISDOM AND SONG WITH RABBI LAIBL WOLF AND CANTOR MICHAEL SMOLASH ADMISSION IS FREE, RSVP TO MAYA@TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG Temple mp e Israel is pleased to invite young families to join us for ...…
…» to rah por tion Do You Feel Judged? Parshat Bo: Exodus 10:1-13:16; Jeremiah 46:13-46:28. G rowing i up in i Thornhill, T h hi hillll J Judaism, d i and d since i I’m I’ not t O Orthodox, th d north of Toronto, in a very you don’t consider me to be Jewish.” religious family of 10, in an I went home feeling sick. Here are extremely “Conservadox” community, these wonderful Jewish students being I was completely ignorant of the per- told by...…
…arts & life exhibit 30 Americans It’s the last weekend to check out the DIA’s innovative exhibition, taken from the collection of a Jewish couple. details 30 January 14 • 2016 N, M TIO FAM ILY CO LLE C ELL UB F R SY O R TE A fter decades of collecting art and bringing contemporary works to public attention, Mera Rubell decided to try her hand at mak- ing it. She took a class in portrait paint- ing and chose a subject who fell ri...…
…COURTESY OF RUBELL FAMILY COLLECTION, MIAMI Basic Training 4, Noah Davis, 2008, oil and acrylic on canvas. an internship program, ongoing lecture series, a public research library and an art bookstore in addition to special exhibits. As the couple scout artworks through galleries, studios and fes- tivals, they do not look for pieces by specific categories of artists. “Sometimes, we see things compelling at the moment,” she says. “Artists can...…
…HERALD WHOLESALE PREMIER BATH, LIGHTING & HARDWARE We Carry: Baldwin Minka Blanco Casablanca Crystorama Murray Feiss Rohl Grohe Ronbow Schonbek Hansgrohe Hinkley Top Knobs …And many more 40% OFF Any One Item Storewide With ad, on qualifying products, new orders only. .5IBN QNt4BUBN QN T, W & F 9 am-5:30 pm 1765 8. "1-& 3 % t5 30: (248) 398-4560 www.heraldwholesale.com 2062290 DETROIT fine art APPRAISALS DetroitFAA.com 248....…
…arts & life at home Winter White Embrace your passion for pale in shades of ivory, cream and snow with examples from homes featured on the pages of the JN. PHOTO BY BRETT MOUNTAIN Lynne Konstantin | Arts & Life Editor The original owners of Brian and Victoria Roth’s Poppleton Park-area Birmingham home had engaged renowned designer Brian Killian (who died in 2005), who was the mentor of the Roths’ own designer, Richard Ross, owner of Rich...…
…arts & life at home continued from page 33 LEFT: The family room and infor- mal dining area, housed in an addition by the Roths’ home’s previous owners, is filled with organic, aged elements, which Ross integrated with a backdrop of creamy tones. A limestone fire- place was brought in from a mon- astery in France, the flooring is reclaimed stone from the streets of Belgium and the informal din- ing table was made from the hull of a ship. Ab...…
…January 14 • 2016 35 PHOTO BY BRETT MOUNTAIN PHOTO BY BETH SINGER …
…arts & life PHOTO BY BETH SINGER at home continued from page 34 Inspired by this Bay Harbor kitchen’s views of Lake Michigan, designer Caryn Satovsky-Siegel of Alexander V. Bogaerts + Associates in Bloomfield Hills layered shimmering accents to the stark white. Built-in banquette seating with raffia-backed cushions contrast with the pale leather seats; the 10- by 10-foot island is topped with White Moon quartzite; and a white marble and st...…
…PHOTO BY BETH SINGER Rustic elements are added to contemporary design, bringing interest and texture to the kitchen of this Birmingham home. “We broke the kitchen up into vignettes and gave the cooking area its own wall, which really draws you in,” says Ben Heller, residential designer and partner of Morgan-Heller Associates in Pontiac. Pamela Singer Nodel, owner of Pamela Singer & Associates in Orchard Lake, added a handmade subway-tile back...…
…arts & life Editor’s Picks CHILL OUT After heading downtown for the 2016 North American International Auto Show (Jan. 16-24, at Detroit’s Cobo Center; naias. Lynne Konstantin com), stay Arts & Life Editor downtown to check out CARved in the Campus Martius Park area. Part of the 12th annual Quicken Loans Season of Winter Magic, CARved will showcase seven spectacular ice sculptures of full-size cars representing automotive history and design ...…
…The Addams Family MUSICAL NOTES Masha and Spike, featuring a cocktail of Chekov-inspired characters, directed by Stephen Sussman and featuring Greg Bowman and Erica Shubin. USA Today wrote of the play: “hugely entertaining … few contemporary playwrights have proven as deft as Durang at mining both the absurdity and the dangers of human folly. In its own deliciously madcap way, the new work offers some keen insights into the challenges and ag...…
…40 January 14 2016 Soup For You A s far as I m concerned, no sit- com is more quintessentially Jewish than Seinfeld (short of co-creator Larry David s Curb Your Enthusiasm). Now the inspiration for one of the show s most infamous characters is bringing his product to a Kroger s shelf near you, thus I d contend it s worth a mention on these pages. Ali Al Yeganeh s Soup Kitchen International (which closed in 2004, only to later reo...…
…. . . changing the way you feel! GET IT. EXPERIENCE IT. LOVE IT! /D9LGD0DVVDJHRI%ORRPÀHOG7RZQVKLS 3617 West Maple Road %ORRPÀHOG7RZQVKLS0, LaVidaMassage.com/BT Open 7 Days a Week Extended Hours Licensed Therapists Clip It…Book It…Love It! Call or Book Online! One Hour Custom Massage Session One Hour Custom Couples Massage Session 90-Minute Custom Massage Session Reg. $79.95 Reg. $159.90 5HJ 49 $ 95 99 $ 90 74 $ 95 New Cli...…
…arts & life the b e s t o f e ve r y t h i n g Family Jewel Mandaloun Bistro brings authentic Lebanese dining wonders. E thnic dining treasures of the world are ing out the family-owned and operated dining culinary jewels that often bring savory experience is their daughter, general manager/ joy to many appreciative aficionados … co-owner Melissa Bitar, whose efficiency and Among the priceless gems are the exotic dishes of smiling hostess...…
…sports » DESIGNS IN DECORATOR WOOD & LAMINATES, LTD. It Doesn't Have To Cost A fortune… Only Look Like It! A happy Noah Cohen leaves Drakeshire Lanes after bowling a 300 game and 813 series. Perfection And Near-Perfection Complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling as well as furniture design and installations Steve Stein | Contributing Writer including granite, wood * and other materials. Lois Haron Allied Member ASID 248.851.6989 ...…
…life cycles » Beardsley JAN. 25-29 & FEB. 1-5 LUNCH $15 • DINNER $30 First 2 hours ALWAYS FREE in the parking decks. www.BirminghamRestaurantWeek.org Birmingham Shopping District @BhamShopping 2000600 New Merchandise Arriving Daily J E W E L R Y Brooke Ashley Bolton of Oak Park will be called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Saturday, Jan. 16, at Congregation Beth Shalom in Oak Park. She is the loving Bolton daughter of James and Bo...…
…Ask the Orthodontist Expand Your Knowledge on Expanders A palate expander is an appliance that fits near the roof of the mouth. It widens the palate to improve the way the upper and lower jaws fit together, and can make room to fit into alignment crowded or un-erupted teeth. When kids are growing and teeth are erupting (or will soon), the orthodontist may decide to make more room to accommodate the teeth, as opposed to what has been prevalen...…
…spotlight » Unchained Dayton-area woman receives Jewish divorce after 8 years. Marshall Weiss | Dayton Jewish Observer Dayton, Ohio A fter more than eight years of waiting, Adina Porat finally received her get — a Jewish bill of divorce — in a ceremony with the Israeli Rabbinate in Jerusalem on Jan. 7. Kettering, Ohio, resident Dovid Porat, known locally by the name Eli Shur, signed the get on Dec. 30, two months after the New York-based...…
…JN classifi eds work harder for you! call 200 230 EMPLOYMENT 248-351-5116 304 HOUSEHOLD GOODS CLOSET ORGANIZERS Custom Closets,Inc. WHERE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Caren Bass 248.855.8747 as featured on HGTV Leading the industry with over 30 years experience in the Metro Detroit Area. Now also organizing the Metro Denver Area with our 2nd location Custom Closets, West, Inc. Call today for your free in-home consul...…
…JN classifi eds work harder for you! call B HANDYMAN 350 394 HOME IMPROVEMENT www.kandkremodeling.com A & E C ONSTRUCTION 248-394-1632 HANDYMAN SERVICE t Carpentry t Plumbing t Electrical FREE ESTIMATES LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES kandkremodelinginc@yahoo.com SNOWPLOWING AND SALTING Seasonal Rates ~ Emergency Services Commercial ~ Residential CUSTOM KITCHENS BATHS-REC ROOMS 248 521-8818 248-489-5955 1808310 REMODELING...…
…obituaries » SONIA AISNER, 103, of Oak Park, died Jan. 5, 2016. As a Holocaust survivor, after liberation she first went to Israel and then came to the United States in 1960. Mrs. Aisner was featured in Living Witnesses, a photographic montage by Monni. She was a member of Aisner CHAIM and a past member of Workmen’s Circle. Mrs. Aisner is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Annette Aisner and Brian Figot of Oak Park, Celina and Gregory...…
…obituaries » Let the Obituaries from page 49 take care of you. With great rates, an even better staff, and the speediest buses in the business, trust Qwik Park to get you to the airport Qwik as a flash. Save time. Reserve online! qwikpark.com MERRIMAN RD MIDDLEBELT RD 7782 Merriman Rd., Romulus, MI SMITH RD 94 DENICE CLINTON, 65, of Oak Park, died Jan. 4, 2016. She is survived by her sisters and brother- in-law, Linda and Laurence F...…
…Mr. Levett is survived by his chil- dren, Steven and Terry Levett of Farmington Hills, Diane Levett Dupius and Dan Dupius of Ortonville, Glenn Levett of Lake Odessa; grandchildren, Sarah Levett, Lindsay Martinek, Heather and Jonathan Wood, David Levett; great-grandchildren, Emma Rose Wood, Caden Scott Wood; broth- er-in-law, Stanley Levine. He was the beloved husband of the late Rozlyn Levett; dear brother and brother-in-law of the late Roy an...…
…obituaries » During the coming week, the students of Yeshiva Beth Yehudah will study in memory of the following departed friends. In addition, Kaddish will be said during the daily minyan. 5JGXCV,CPWCT[ Helen Broad Rose Friedman Irving Gilbert Rebecca Kasoff David Ordin Abraham Schloss Morris Schwartz Yisroel Yampolsky 5JGXCV,CPWCT[ Louis Blotnick Samuel Cobitz Abraham Cohn Bernard Cohn Duba Denemark Elizabeth Eizelman Sam Leider Sadie Mill...…
