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…Special Report REVISITED 'A Heavy Heart' Emotions flood Detroiter who goes back "home" 70 years later. Berl Falbaum Special to the Jewish News T he unsolicited invitation to visit Berlin came unexpectedly and posed, for me, several soul- wrenching moral, ethical, psychological and emotional issues. Under the Emigrants' Visitors Program launched in 1969, the Berlin government — its State Senate — has invited former Berliners, who suffere...…

…Special Report BER ❑ ' V SITED A Heavy Heart from page A9 GELMAN, ZUKIN & STEELE, P.C. The Berlin building in which Berl's family lived 70 years ago; at the lower ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW 3001 WEST BIG BEAVER, SUITE 324 TROY, MICHIGAN 48084 right (not legible) is graffiti protesting a store that caters to neo-Nazis. PRACTICE LIMITED TO MATRIMONIAL LAW ere Call for monthly specials!' Specials! Silverbmoke Villa Security Depo...…

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…Metro 'Pump It Up!' Tamarack's motto for using sanitizer is only part of how camp helps reduce swine flu cases. B a minor setback, Zoe is having the best summer ever." Shelli Liebman Dorfman Senior Writer Prevention And Watchful Eye eing both proactive and continu- ‘6. - "We have been extremely diligent since we ously diligent appear to have paid ;... . : . 1 e heard about the flu months ago',' Geller said. off at Oakland County-based 2...…

…Hot Works Presents Orchard Lake Fine Art Show July 24-26, 2009 A Learning Opportunity agent — especially to treat wounds and eruptions — as well as a gargle, The Shulchan Aruch, the premier code of Jewish law, explores the importance of personal hygiene in Ortonville great detail. Washing one's hands, our hen I was a camper, tradition teaches, is important not l do not remember merely for the spiritual reasons of my counselors ever maintai...…

…Pump It Up! from page Al2 ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA-MICHIGAN REGION BALFOUR CELEBRATION currently in all of our summer pro- grams [including Camp Kennedy in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp in Ontario and the Western trip and Alaskan Adventure], we have had four cases of swine flu, with the last one identi- fied on July 2," Geller said. In addition to Tamarack, several area Jewish day camps have had campers di...…

…AROUND TOWN A Walk In The Park Temple Israel's Imagine group sponsors a day of fun for families. Marc King of West Bloomfield kisses son Joshua, 4. Jody Charlip of Farmington Hills with son Max, 4 T aking part in the simple joys of summer, from fishing to cycling to playing in the grass, was the focus of a day of fun for young families on June 28 at Kensington Metropark near Milford. About 80 parents and children dove right in, competing...…

…I Metro HERE'S 1O..4 Wendy Stein, a student at Michigan State University in East Lansing and daughter of Marlene Stein, was inducted into the 2009-2010 class of Tower Guard, a sophomore honor and service- based organization at MSU. As a member, she will volunteer 120 hours of service to aid students with visual impairments through MSU's Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities. We think nothing of driving half an hour to a good restau...…

…World After The Ark Non-Jewish interest grows in the seven laws of Noah. Ben Harris Jewish Telegraphic Agency Cleveland, Tenn. W hen Jack Saunders began questioning the core religious claims of Christianity in the mid-1980s, it set him on a journey that eventually led to his embrace of the Torah and Jewish teachings. But rather than become Jewish, the former Baptist minister — at the time the head of a small rural parish near the Georgi...…

…World Ponzi Watch Madoff's victims: Moving on, yet mesmerized by the spectacle. Jacob Berkman Jewish Telegraphic Agency New York F or Belle Faber, the sentencing of Bernard Madoff felt surreal. Television coverage of the June 29 event was being projected on a screen in the conference room of the American Jewish Congress, one of the Jewish nonprofits hit hardest by Madoff's thievery. Faber, the organiza- tion's development director for ne...…

…Why Join ern le Israel? Th • • "We are here for you, now more than ever." Operation 100% Affiliation: First Year Dues are Voluntary Judaism for Every Generation West Bloomfield, MI • 248.661.5700 • www.temple-israel.org Contact David Tisdale, Executive Director, or visit our website for additional membership information. We also offer Hebrew School in Birmingham. Note: This membership does not qualify a family for nursery or kindergart...…

…World EXTREMISTS Internal Foe Radical Jewish settlers are turning against Israel. Dina Kraft Jewish Telegraphic Agency Yitzhar, West Bank T he Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva in this Jewish settlement looks more like a well-fortified auto repair shop than a house of learning. Located in an industrial neighborhood, the yeshivah has a drab aluminum exte- rior and tin roof, surrounded by a metal gate. A small guard house sits out front. The teenage...…

…ORT Mission Fall trip headed to South America. ORT Argentina encourages students to learn the latest technologies so that they can compete in the labor market. N ext Generation Mission co- chair Nicole Kovacs of West Bloomfield, a member of the national board of ORT America, announced registration is open for ORT America's Solidarity Mission to Argentina and Uruguay from Nov. 9-15. "I took this posi- tion because I think it is important fo...…

…World ROUNDUP Torah Center Dedication The Sara and Morris Tugman Bais Chabad Torah Center will rededicate its learning center in memory of the late Gerald "Jerry" Gerald Pollack Pollack on Sunday, July 19, 10:30 a.m. at 5595 W. Maple, West Bloomfield. Brunch will be served. Pollack was one of the founding mem- Obama Links Slavery, Shoah Washington/JTA — President Obama corn- pared the history of slavery to that of the Holocaust, according...…

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…Business & Professional MEMOS The Original Since 1939 Your Rugs to any of our ug Care Centers, and we'll clean every other one Jason Shanske of West Bloomfield has joined the Bloomfield Hills office of Rader, Fishman & Grauer PLLC, a leading national intellec- Shanske tual property law firm, as an associate. He also served as an adjunct professor at Franklin Pierce Law Center for patent practice and procedure courses. Shanske is a member o...…

…Business & Professi 4 ,11, 1, 4 Evan Weiner in the restored bus in which civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks refused PROFILE I ON THE COVER to give up her seat to a white passenger, thus spurring the Montgomery, Ala., bus boycott of 1955, a seminal point on the timeline leading to the ivil Rights Act of 1964. • A., ••••• "•. • , ••••• ••.• • • A has guided the ne Jewish chairman of the Henry Ford museum complex. prominent ...…

…I Business & Professional PROFILE I ON THE COVER Seat Of History from page A25 "We at Levy have a passion for conserv- ing the earth's natural resources; we're determined to help preserve the world:' states Weiner. "And that requires a lot of responsibility and accountability" But Weiner also has a passion for the Jewish community. He's on the National Council of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and is co- chairman of th...…

…of Bloomfield Hills, who is executive vice president of Guardian Industries, Corp. of Auburn Hills, and nephew of the late William Davidson, Guardian founder as well as a philanthropist; and trustee Ronald Weiser of Ann Arbor, former ambassador to Slovakia. "The driving force behind the board is Patricia Mooradian, who is president and secretary," said Weiner. Ford Chairman Bill Ford Jr. says he's "delighted" that Weiner has taken a leadership...…

…Business & Professional ENTREPRENEURS Joint Assignment Five photography studios maintain independence but band together. Bill Carroll Special to the Jewish News A bar mitzvah party guest once came up to photographer Murray Goldenberg and said: "I have the same type of camera you're using. So, I should be able to get the same high-quality pictures as you, right?" "Not necessarily," Goldenberg answered. "Remember, it's all in the finger?' ...…

…at °Adana mire Saturday, July 25 • 8 pm — / (ACV _I they formed The Five Studios. com ."Unfortunately, this hasn't brought about a big impact on sales, but that's because we were all caught in the same economic downturn that has affected other businesses," said Goldenberg. "But we're optimistic about going right 0 0 in the ria 0 direction, as long as we provide high-quality images:' said Lieberman, whose father is retired photographer Chuck...…

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…Health & Fitness THE PARK LIVING Youth Works Students learn about health care thanks to Beaumont partnership. "I JUST DECIDED THAT I DIDN'T WANT TO BE ALONE ANYMORE: aking new friends is one of life's greatest pleasures. Residents of The Park at Trowbridge often become re- energized with a whole new zest for life as they make new friends with people their own age, people they can relate to. Rep. Sander Levin; John Almstadt, director, ...…

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…tion of collaborative initiatives among Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and hospitals and physicians throughout the state," says David A. Share, M.D., M.P.H., senior associate medical director, BCBSM. "Each initiative brings health professionals together to carefully examine health care practice, generate new knowledge about which practices yield the best outcomes, and systematically apply that knowledge so that quality of care improves, he...…

…You don't have to travel a long distance to receive some of the world's best cancer care. At Karmanos Cancer Center in Farmington Hills, treating cancer is all we do, which means all our doctors are cancer specialists. We offer the very latest treatments and procedures. And you'll be glad to know that Karmanos is one of only 40 comprehensive cancer centers World-class cancer care is right down the street. in the nation designated by the N...…

…Spirituality "RON Dad's Serenade To Bride And Groom British father of the bride re-creates choral songs sung at his own wedding. The wedding choir: Tom Wexelberg-Clouser, Barry Chesterman, Paul Levine and Joe Lewis Gabriella Ring Teen2Teen Intern I n his hometown of Bournemouth, England, in 1972, Joe Lewis married Barbara Naidoff of Philadelphia, Pa. In Oak Park this month, the couple's young- est child, Hannah, married Jonathan Kolle...…

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…Jewbilation P.O. Box 130014, Ann Arbor, 48103, (734) 996-3524 or 995- 1963. Rev. Lauren Zinn. Services: Friday 6:15 p.m., following din- ner. Jewish Roots with Interfaith Wings holds bi-monthly Shabbat dinner, services, kids' programs, family school and Hebrew school for all ages. Kehillat Hatzhav Hagadol Fort Street on Mackinac Island, (906) 847-0963. President, Bob Spitzer. Vice president, Ann Silverman. Services Friday 7:30 p.m. during s...…

…I Spirituality Temple and Synagogue Listings Sponsored by Tern • le Israel Synagogues from page A37 Beth El Board The annual meeting of Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Township was the occasion for the installation of James Deutchman and the celebration of his second term as temple president. A builder and -7155 F- developer in Southeastern Michigan, Deutchman served as chairman of Beth El Memorial Park cemetery in Livonia 444: ;III fi for m...…

…Helping Kids Read Is Mitzvah Project Ann Arbor A midst all the studying of the Torah portion and how to chant it, it is also expect- ed that the bat mitzvah student take on what is called a mitzvah project — that is, a project that helps some- one in some way. For her task, our daugh- ter Gabbi chose to help set up a program that provides books for low-income parents to read to their children. Not being Jewish, I found the whole bat mitz- v...…

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…HOME According to Moray, at their highest point, the stores employed a total of 135 people. From the first location, which netted $200,000 in its first year, to the $25 million the Gorman's chain made in a recent year, the stores have been major players on the Detroit area's retail furni- ture scene. Optimistic about Gorman's future, Moray turned over the presidency to Tom Lias. His son John is one of the company's two vice presidents and t...…

…HOME Color Trends: Paints Refresh And Excite T he latest color styles draw inspiration from both nature use of colors than recently seen, and nurture. With increas- ing numbers of homeowners remaining in place, many are searching for options to refresh and reinvigo- such as navy blue, leather-like brown rate their living spaces. By the simple change of paint color, any room is a reinvention candidate. finishes and deco- rative techniqu...…

…iN 41“;#11,0444i4Viti4411044:4ilkilk JCC camp program teaches developmentally disabled teens life skills. by Alex Zaslo\s- Top: Jon Rein- heimer, 16, gets real to practice some job skills at the JCC, Front row: Erin Finn, 1.7: Mallory Stoddard, 15: Blake Jackson, 16: Jon Reinheimer, 16 Back row; Tyler Davis, 16: Dylan Yates, 16: and Jay Hodes, 15. hile washing windows last week. campers at the Jewish Community Center in West ...…

…summer health by Gabriella Ring break the habit think twice before wearing those flip-flops and not using sun block. t's summertime! No homework, no studying. But summer can bring a slew of health risks. From flimsy flops to sizzling sunburns, some guilty pleasures can be bad for you. Warmer weather lets us expose our toes and splurge on cute shoes, but most summer footwear does not provide proper arch support and can damage feet long-ter...…

…Israel by Nechama Tawil votta love life in Israel takes some adjustment, then it feels like home. he phrase may be "sharpen your mind," but when it comes to Israel, "sharpen your el- bows" may be more appropriate. Welcome to the country where push always comes to shove. Checkout lines or bus boarding, though safe in other countries, can leave you bruised and aching here. And it's not just getting on the bus that can in- jure you; the ride ...…

…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 mak...…

…Thoughts Dry Bones 4= A MIX OF IDEA HOW CAN YOU DENY THAT YOUR GOV'T HAS CRUSHEO FREE SPEECH IN IRAN?!! JCC Builds Jewish Identity denominator in our Jewish community M fission vs. margin. It's one of where all gather to participate, to learn, the perpetual struggles of any to enjoy, to share and to express our pride board overseeing a nonprofit in being and living Jewish. When we walk charitable organization. Do you align with through th...…

…(Thoughts Questions Abound About Case Against Ex-AIPAC Staffers Abbe D. Lowell, Baruch Weiss and John Nassikas Special Commentary Why in the mid- to late-1990s was the government's counter-intelligence appa- ratus selectively aimed at the pro-Israel foreign policy lobby in general and AIPAC Washington/JTA in particular, when the same case could have been made against literally hundreds t was just eight weeks ago that the of other lobbyists ...…

…Israel's Eternal Capital New York e all hear much these days about competing Jewish and Muslim claims to Jerusalem and how a political division of the city is necessary if there is to be any peace. But what if the Muslim claim to Jerusalem is largely contrived and inflated? The evidence shows that it is. Whereas Jerusalem is Judaism's holi- est city, mentioned over 600 times in the Bible and in dozens of prayers and rituals, Jerusalem is not...…

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…Arts & Entertainment Broadway's Best Neil Berg brings 100 years of history and song to the Meadow Brook Music Festival stage. Suzanne Chessier Special to the Jewish News N eil Berg's upcoming appearance at the Meadow Brook Music Festival will be very differ- ent from his years-ago performances in northern Michigan. The composer-conductor-pianist, about to present 100 Years of Broadway, used to entertain at Harley Fests as part of the ro...…

…Arts & Entertainment The Diamond Trade In 1951, Lou Limmer of the Philadelphia Athletics hit a home Facts, stats, stories and glories behind every Jewish ballplayer. run off the Detroit Tigers' Saul Rogovin. Morton I. Teicher Special to the Jewish News W ould you believe that there have been 160 Jews who made it to the Major Leagues? Howard Megdal, who covers baseball for the New York Observer and contrib- utes articles to baseball m...…

…Vote for Leo's "Best Coney" o Pesky Pig Tale If You Give a Pig a Pancake storybook comes to life on Meadow Brook stage. • Catering available at all locations • Coupons are for all locations including Hercules Family Restaurant at 12 Mile & Farmington Suzanne Chessler Special to the Jewish News C arol Paster and the Confetti Camp she directs in Pontiac will be getting a behind-the- scenes theater experience by connect- ing with a profe...…

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…T OF E\/F - Y NG A Delish Destination Discerning diners are driven to 855 Deli ... in a roundabout way. A mong destination-dining rea- sons is a restaurant that folks will go to regardless of obstacles ... On a small scale, comes another delica- tessen that has what people want and the necessary low prices. The former location of Hello Deli and Boris's Deli on 15 Mile and Farmington roads, West Bloomfield, has had its share of obstacles w...…

…July 26, at Orchard Lake St. Mary's Schools, 3535 Indian Trail Take A Hike! at Commerce Road, Orchard Lake 48324. Children's art also activi- ties offered. Parking: $6. (248) Get outdoors with the Jewish Hikers of Michigan 11 a.m. Sunday, July 19, at the Ann 685-3748, www.HotWorks.org . Explore the world of "Art Spiegelman: Portrait of the Artist ..." through July 26, at Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, 4454 Woodward. The Pulitzer Pr...…

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…Calendar from page C11 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, at Congregation Shaarey Zedek West Bloomfield, B'nai Seniors Israel Center, 4200 Walnut Lake Road. Co- sponsored with Adat Shalom Synagogue and 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 ...…