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…JEWISH SENIOR LIFE AUXILIARY Step Out and Support Our Older Adults walk Rain or Shine! Come Walk With Us At Our 12th Annual W.J. & Lillian Kemler Walk of Ages over 89 years of caring Petting Zoo Train Rides, Carnival Games, Prizes & More Sunday, August 24, 2014 See our ad on page 17 $2.00 AUG. 21-27, 2014 / 25 AV-1 ELUL 5774 theJEWISHNEWS.com A JEWISH RENAISSANCE MEDIA PUBLICATION » Maccabi Opens Detroit's third Games opened Sund...…

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…frontlines 6y Evtan Shere. A cartoon by Eitan Shere Talent Is All In The Family Michael Higer JN Intern E itan Shere is unable to recall when he first discovered his cre- ative abilities. "I've been making comic strips for as long as I can remember;' he said. "One day, one of my friends showed me the comic that he drew, and I thought to myself, 'I can do that, too!' — and I did." Eitan is only 11, but already his creative mind has given...…

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…SECURING OUR FUTURE Through the Centennial Fund, Linda and Torn Klein Honor Their Families With Support for Jews throughout the World elen (z"I) and Paul Zuckerman (z"I) dedicated The Centennial Fund is the central endowment their philanthropic lives to the support and campaign for ensuring the long-term security of survival of the Jewish people. Their particular love Jewish Detroit, and, amongst other areas, will for the state of Isra...…

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…frontlines >> letters lipiffeTence#1: }low to Send Letters We prefer letters relating to JN articles. We reserve the right to edit or reject letters. Letters of 225 words or less are considered first. Longer ones will be subject to trimming. Letter writers are limited in frequency of publication. Letters must be original and contain the name, address and title of the writer and a day phone number. Non-electronic copies must be hand signed. ...…

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…DETROIT JEWISH NEWS theJEWISHNEWS.com Arthur M. Horwitz DETROIT JEWISH NEWS frontlines theJEWISHNEWS.com F. Kevin Browett Continued from page 5 Chief Operating Officer Publisher / Executive Editor kbrowett@renmedia.us ahorwitz@renmedia.us Jason Weiss of Novi. Adam Cohen of Huntington Woods and Janis Shulman of Farmington Hills were also elected to a third three-year term. Jackie Headapohl Managing Editor jheadapohl@renmedia.us K...…

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…Real Estate Experience & Significance The 4th Largest Real Estate Company in the US** Now Calls Birmingham Home Featured Properties ■ 6WARD HAI i -.:-HOMES OF DISTINCT 3320 Squirrel Road Homes of Distinction property featured in Detroit's Hour magazine, this updated home boasts extravagant landscaping featuring a circular heated drive with brick paver trim, a tranquil waterfall and stream that flows under the brick paver walk and fabulou...…

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…metro >> on the cover Awash In Water Flooded Detroiters find aid through agencies and synagogues. Stacy Gittleman I Contributing Writer CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 volunteer crews as large as 100 to help with debris cleanup and tearing out dry- wall and waterlogged flooring materials. McGilvery said his organization expects to stay in town for at least two weeks or maybe longer depending on the need. "A natural disaster like this is something n...…

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…Niagnolia by the Lakes The Gold Standard of Senior Living • Winterless Living • World Class Amenities • White Glove Concierge Service • Unparalleled Dining Your Cruise Ship on Shore... Come join us on an Amazing Life Journey into the Future Welcome C ome home to the majestic shores of Cass Lake, where the setting sun's golden rays bless the deep blue waters; C ome home to the peaceful shores of Sylvan Lake, where the regal swans grace t...…

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…"Living at Fox Run is more affordable than living in a house. Maintenance, meals, utilities it's all taken care of in one monthly bill." metro Awash from page 8 Lev, Pelli and Mia Mechnikov stand in front of what is left of their basement playroom. •m —Elaine Frazis, Fox Run resident, pictured with daughters Debi and Karen Jodi Fox snapped this photo from her home on Kingston Avenue in Huntington Woods. For affordable retirement living,...…

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…'ART SUBURBAN along with The Suburban Collection AMERICA "ART INFINITI, PRESENT Novi AMERICA Troy SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7Th 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the home of Doreen Hermelin $36 Per Person $136 for a Family Package (includes your immediate family + grandparents) Parking is required at Temple Beth El. Tamarack buses will take you to and from the event. Or, test drive a new INFINITI of your choice to the event. Weary our favorite camp...…

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…aikrat2C metro How can Israel survive without a secure blood supply? Awash from page 10 estimator with Absolute Services, who said they had an overwhelming influx of calls and a wait list of customers that goes into the hundreds. "Just this morning, when I checked our answering machine we had 28 calls overnight:' Financial Aid MDA blood center staffworking in underground bomb shelter during Operation Protective Edge. Sh e can't! Wheneve...…

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…THEIR JOB IS TO LOOK AFTER ISRAEL. OURS IS TO LOOK AFTER THEM. ta, Ali Golani Brigade Commander, Colonel Rassan Alian, 4 briefing his soldiers during Operation Protective Edge. 1 FIDF CONTINUES TO SUPPORT ALL THE IDF SOLDIERS WHO TOOK PART IN OPERATION PROTECTIVE EDGE BY ADOPTING THE COMBAT BRIGADES THAT PLAYED A CENTRAL ROLE IN THIS OPERATION, HELPING THE WOUNDED SOLDIERS, CARING FOR THE FAMILIES OF FALLEN SOLDIERS, SUPPORTING LONE SOLDIE...…

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…metro L 7N1M 1 B'nai Israel Synagogue Where everyone knows your SUIMM. Rabbi Robert Gamer at the grill r ree Lunch Rabbi helps neighbors take a break from cleanup. Missing Something? MP By... We think we found it. *Special Membership rates available for new members. For more information call our Executive Director Linda Jacobson at 248-432-2729 or e-mail her at info@bnaiisraelwb.org www.bnaiisraelwb.org ma m 121'2111 7/C1VP `7D ...…

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…metro W.J. & Lillian Kemler SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2014 Alzheimer's Awareness 3K/5K Community Walk Step Out and Support Our Older Adults Bar mitzvah project focuses on finding a cure to disease. Lexie Sittsamer Special to the Jewish News W hen Eric Adelson, 12, of West Bloomfield, lost his great-grandmother and great-uncle three weeks apart due to Alzheimer's, he knew he wanted to take action to stop the disease. Adelson, who has been a s...…

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…Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2014 7:00 PM metro PRESENTATION NickyWinton's Kindertra A Grand Opening ort S The JCC Maccabi Games & ArtsFest begins with its opening ceremonies. W hat inspired a 29-year old stockbroker to give up his winter skiing holiday to rescue 669 children from a foreign country? Top: Sir Nicholas (Nicky) Winton on his 104th birthday Bottom: Nick Winton GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED BY: (DPNC Hear Nick Winton, son of Sir Nich...…

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…metro Grand Opening from page 18 lives of the Munich 11, who were cap- tured and killed during the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. Eleven members of the delegation stood on stage, each speaking of one of the 11 victims, and how they plan to honor their lives with kindness during this coming week. Following their words, each speaker hung a small torch on a lit-up portion of the stage. Josh Goldberg, 16, of Farmington Hills is competing in his four...…

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…metro Peaceful Rally New organization of Jews and Christians holds pro-Israel demonstration. Jackie Headapohl I Managing Editor new group, Long Live Israel, held a pro-Israel rally Sunday, Aug. 9, from 1-3:30 p.m. in West Bloomfield. About 100 people gath- ered to raise their voices in support of the Jewish State. Long Live Israel is a new pro-Israel organization made of Jews and Christians that wants to show its love for Israel through p...…

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…metro Recycled Classroom Green Living Science teaches recycling education to Detroit students. 2015-2016 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Dates Still Available! The Lincoln Street Art Park Michael Higer JN Intern W " ITNAI ).13, MOSHE rivt3 With an offer like this you can't afford not to! You set your first year dues level Call Steve Fine at the synagogue office at 248-788-0600 for more information f Congregation B'nai Moshe 6800 Drake Road I We...…

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…k Israel" g aith, family belongs here. )'‘ 4 Why join Temple Israel? The answer is A simple. Operation 100% Affiliation: First Year Dues are Voluntary Don't miss our Shabbat Under The Stars, Friday, August 22, 2014 with music by Simone Vitale. azmpk israef Making A Difference. West Bloomfield, MI • 248.661.5700 • vvvvw.temple-israel.org •• II Facebook Find us on Contact David Tisdale, Chief Executive Officer, or visit our website fo...…

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…metro Recycled from page 24 Ahr- A SAMPLING OF CLASSES 110' OFFERED THIS FALL Aqir The Anti-Semitism Equation INSTRUCTOR: RUTH BERGMAN This course will change the way you think about prejudice, discrimination and Anti-Semitism. Discoveries that Transformed the Way We Read the Bible A computer rendering of the new classroom space INSTRUCTOR: RABBI ERIC GROSSMAN Study breakthroughs in the fields of archeology, political philosophy and ...…

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…metro >> around town First Annual Fundraiser B'nai B'rith "roasts and toasts" local B'nai B'rith program director. B loch/Israel Unit of B'nai B'rith hosted its first Annual Roast, Toast & Tribute on July 20 at Big Tommy's Parthenon in Novi. The fundraising event honored Bobbie Levine, B'nai B'rith Great Lakes Region's program director. Nearly 90 attended, including family, friends and B'nai B'rith leadership from as far away as Chicago, I...…

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…metro >> around town ENGINEERS, ARCHITECTS, SCIENTISTS, AND WUNDERKINDS. 'Cruise & Schmooze' Jewish Historical Society river event includes Prohibition re-enactors. I t was smooth sailing as more than 200 guests joined the Jewish Historical Society of Michigan July 23 for Cruise & Schmooze: A Detroit River Cruise. Over cocktails and a tasty spread of small plates prepared by Steve & Rocky's of Novi, guests met and inter- acted with re-ena...…

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…Our focus has been and always will be you. For 75 years, we've called Michigan our home. And we believe it's our responsibility to have a positive impact in the communities all across our state. We're partnering with doctors and hospitals in ways that lead to better care. We fund free clinics to protect those who are most vulnerable. And over the last 10 years, we've contributed more than $6 million to kids' health initiatives. Because our fo...…

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…P'1 Small Shul V Bell= Big Welcome metro $36 Membership* Contact David Goodman, Executive Director at 248-851-6880 to learn more about membership, religious school, and our family friendly spiritual home. *some restrictions may apply "From the moment we walked in the door, we knew Beth Ahm would be our home. We were greeted warmly and welcomed into the Beth Ahm family. There were no barriers. We quickly developed friendships and immersed ...…

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…>> on the cover BACK TO SCHOOL Verdict Is Out Does Common Core really advance education, or does it hinder learning for kids? CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Jack used the number line blowto solve 92-316. find his error. Then write a fetter to led tellies him whet he did right, and what he should do to fix his mistake. /.(/ /u, .w.-.0..-.1.• ••=111 •■ in other states that are reaching higher to ensure students are prepared — and CCSS provide tho...…

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…Shop the stores at Lincoln Center for Back to School. Sports 101 Ensure your student athletes are ready for the season. F or many kids, playing sports is an important part of grow- ing up, and that's a good thing. Sports are a great way for children and adolescents to develop lifelong exercise habits, build relationships, and learn teamwork. "Parents can play a vital role in ensur- ing young athletes train and condition properly," says Dr....…

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…what to wear Class Mates What fashionistas — from preschool to pre-med — are wearing back to school this season. Lynne Konstantin I Contributing Writer K itschy prints (think emojis, hot lips and sweet candy treats), pops of updated plaid (with fresh colors and fabrics), retro nods to the '90s and plenty of shimmer and shine will be hitting the halls this fall. Quicksilver Plaid Flannel Shirt ($44) and Jeans ($44), both at Guys N Gals....…

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…Season Begins September 2nd Flowers by Zoe studded Love N40 G°141"1/414 Sweatshirt ($68) and Zippered off full season for New Preschoolers Legging ($42), both at Guys N Gals in West Bloomfield (248- 851-1260). School of Dance off balance of 2014 for New Beginners (3 - 5 years old) Fresh New Hip Hop and Lyrical Classes with our new instructor Maye Competition Company Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern, Contemporary and Lyrical ...…

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…Thinking Differently New book provides strategies for a successful school year for kids with learning differences. Jackie Headapohl I Managing Editor F or many kids with learning differences, back- to-school time means a return to the lowest read- ing group, a daily struggle to keep up with their peers and finish their homework, and the bruis- ing of their self-esteem as these "square pegs" try to fit into the "round hole" that's expected ...…

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…Opportunity knocks. Research, internships, study abroad, and service learning are built into nearly all of Grand Valley's 200+ areas of study. These, along with our liberal education foundation that fosters critical thinking, creative problem solving, and cultural understanding, prepare School Year Sleep you well to answer the call of a rewarding career and life. Tips for helping your child transition to a healthy sleep schedule. ...…

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…Kidspeak Suggestions for talking to your kids about what's happening in Israel. I Sivan Zakai and Miriam Heller Stern 0 ur children are listening. When we pore over news sources and incessantly check our Facebook feeds to find out the latest from Israel and Gaza, our children are watching. When we whisper in muted voices or cry out in protest about the situation in the Middle East and the resurgence of anti-Semitism around the world, our ...…

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…metro >> calendar PAIN IN YOUR LEGS? IT COULD BE YOUR VEINS 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! FUTURE EVENTS Featuring: Nicole Kennedy, MD, vascular surgeon Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital Syed T. Ahsan, MD, vascular medicine specialist Henry Ford Wes...…

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…Jewish edu for college students by college students August 21, 2014 / 25 Av 5774 VOLUME 5, NO. 3 Students Experience War Ambulance Aid Feeling Pride U-M student spends his summer saving lives Amid the rockets, this student took during war in Israel. his cues from the Israelis. Teddy Sallen } Nate Strauss } S jewish©edu writer ix months ago, I was accepted into Magen David Adom's (MDA) Overseas Volunteer program. MDA is Israel's...…

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…jewish@edu L for college students by college students > opinion Young Leaders Visit to Seeds of Peace camp offers hope for the future. Andrew Jacob } jewish@edu writer hat did you do on your summer break? This is the question we get asked when we go back to school. My answer this year will be quite different than it was last summer as I was entering my freshman year at the University of Michigan. Then I was a volunteer in Israel working ...…

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…OAKLAND UNIVERSITY • r. 111[1, "" H. You're not the type who sits back and waits for something to happen. You go out there and make things happen. Sure, you want to learn. But even more than that, you want to do. And that's why you need a college that combines the two for hands-on, real-world experiences that fully prepare you for the future. Learn more at oakland.edu . JN August 21 • 2014 45 …

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…jewish@ed U for college students by college students Hillel Happenings WMU Hillel participants on Taglit-Birthright Israel: senior Josh HCAM and HMD students rafting down the Jordan River on Taglit- Blain, Skokie, Ill.; senior Roxana Gamble, Canton; sophomore Birthright Israel: Oakland University sophomore Sydney Levy, Shayna Hillenberg, West Bloomfield; Brittany Karson, HCAM Bloomfield Hills; Oakland Community College sophomore Dovid ...…

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…> letter to the editor Dear Facebook Friends: am speaking out on a very sensitive subject. This I'm sorry to break your streak of happy-go-lucky is a result of my life experiences. If it makes you vacation pictures and inspirational quotes, but I feel better, get rid of our friendship, don't talk to need to break something down, and now. me, let others know what you think about me, I am sure I am not the only one. And I didn't whatever you n...…

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…world Terrorist Plot Hamas in West Bank "planned to topple Palestinian Authority." Yaakov Lappin There are 93 Hamas members in Israeli custody, of whom 46 have been questioned by the Shin Bet so far. Security forces plan to indict some 70 suspects. The investigation began in May and is ongoing, security sources said. Approximately $600,000 has been seized by the Shin Bet, as well as 30 firearms, seven rocket launchers and large amounts of ...…

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…i$ 7 p Walk4Friendship Friendship Circle Benefiting AMA August 31 st Join us for Walk4Friendship and help promote an inclusive community that welcomes and nurtures all children regardless of their abilities. 11:30 am Registration opens & t-shirt pickup begins 12:30 pm Opening ceremony at the Meer Family Friendship Center 12:45 pm 5K and 1-mile walk begins 1:15-4:00 pm Walkers arrive at the Jewish Community Center for Basketball ...…

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…>> Send letters to: letters@thejewishnews.com Guest Column Editorial Sar-El Volunteering Is Transformative I arrived at Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport on June 29 excited to be in a new country, ner- vous to uncover new experiences and (for about a half hour) lost searching for the Israeli soldier escorting me to my new home as a Sar-El volunteer for the next three weeks. Eventually, I did find the soldier as well as two of my c...…

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