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…Contents A 2002 Michigan Press Association General Excellence winner vivvw.detrohjewisAmews.com Friday, Sept. 5, 2003 Elul 8, 5763 Vol. CXXIV, No. 4 ANN ARBOR 15_ A Call To Action U-M student enters city council race. The Smith family keeps eh), at Temple Israel's Labor Day pic- V) nic: Alexis, 4; Olivia, 19 months; and par- ents, Suzanne and Scott, of Commerce Township. THIS WEEK 22 All In A Day's Fun Rain prompts holiday picnic...…
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…• EDITOR'S NOTEBOOK s - • 0 • • • • 0 10 • It's not .0 just * • seeing. :a great: show. I t: • Anatomy Of A Conflict I listened intently as a Jew and an Arab — armed with words, not guns — talked candidly about the Middle East. I didn't come away from the radio show confident of a quick end to Palestinian terror against Israel. But I did find a vein rich with insight running through the give- and-take. The show highlighted the fundamen...…
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…JEWISH cr RENAISSANCE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS E D PUBLISHER EDITORIAL: Arthur M. Horwitz ahorwitz@thejewishnews.com Editor Robert A. Sklar rsklar@thejewishnews.com Associate Publisher David M. Neill dneill@thejewishnews.com ADVERTISING SALES: Sales Coordinators Kristen M. Komlen Mina Vickers Account Executives Kathy Johnson Tina Lee Sue Maniloff Heidi Martin Rick Nessel Melissa Wolf-Litvin Washtenaw Account Executive Kristen Wargelin In...…
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…For Openers Let's Really Do Lunch PAFALV 'cha Don't Know A rye Zacks of Oak Park and Gil Stebbins of Southfield were just two friends trying to go out to lunch. But 560 miles and 14 hours later, the two found themselves with a carload of kosher burgers, hot dogs, kishka, short ribs and cold cuts — and the promise of $2,447 in dona- SHELLI tions to One Israel Fund. LIEBMAN "The drive-a-thon project started because DORFMAN Gil and I wanted ...…
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…Israel Insight THE ISSUE The renewed Palestinian violence, which has put the road map peace plan on hold, has led both Israelis and Palestinians to adjust their pri- orities. For the Israelis, there will be no further peace moves or improved relations with the Palestinians until the violence stops. For the Palestinians, the struggle between Prime Minister Abbas and Yasser Arafat is taking center stage. The Americans, though, are stand- ing b...…
…Something Extra Last day to sign up is September 8 to receive a $200/couple discount!* FEDERATION'S 7 MICHIGAN MIRACLE MISSION"' Ryan Martin, 7, of Sylvan Lake stands with Shul project coordinator Shua Rosenstein near a model educational Torah in front of a photo of the World Trade Center buildings. April 18-28, 2004 It's a go! Over 542 have signed up already! Save your space. Join us to learn more. RECRUITMENT MEETING Monday, Sept...…
…and their families. The Torah's dedica- tion and memorial march are coordi- nated by Rosenstein, Rabbi Mann, Jack Wolfe, the Shul's Rabbi Kasriel Shemtov and his wife, Itty. For information on the Torah dedi- cation and memorial march or for reservations for a buffet dinner at the Shul following the march, with a sug- gested donation of $18, call the Shul at (248) 788-4000. • A Call To Action U-M student enters the Ann Arbor City Council rac...…
…G IST'GIST 11) THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY Is INVITED TO JOIN IN THE COMPLETION AND DEDICATION OF THE SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL TORAH DEDICATED IN MEMORY OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 TRAGEDY THURSDAY, SEPi LMBER 11, 2003 ELUL '4, 5763 5:3o PM. THE HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL CENTER 66o1 W. MAPLE ROAD WEST BLOOMFIELD MEMORIAL MARCH TO THE SHUL 6890 W. MAPLE ROAD 8 :45 AM THE TIME OF THE FIRST ATTACK MEMORIAL CEREMONY AND CANDLELIGHT1NG IN CO-PARTNERSHIP WITH T...…
…Borrowed Bias Hitler made eugenics famous, but he took the ideas — and funding—from United States. In the early twentieth century, America was reeling from the upheaval of massive immigration and torn Jewish Telegraphic Agency by post-Reconstruction chaos, and race conflict was everywhere. Elitists, utopians and so-called "progres- Washin on sives" fused their smoldering race fears and class bias itler victimized an entire continent and with...…
…The Jewish CoMmunify Center This Week Institute for Retired Professionals presents Progress of the Thou Shalt Not Jewish leaders remain concerned about Ten Commandments monument. A lecture by Nolan Finley Ectitgrial Page Editor of The Detroit News Monday September 15 7:30 p.m. Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit Betty Kahn Building Eugene & Margia ,Apple0auM-4ewish Communily Campus 6600 WestVaple•RO4, West Bloomfield in...…
…• me to When ifs time raise the roof, one lender brings more to the party. government from usinc, federal funds to enforce Ten Commandments rulings like the one in Alabama. The measure passed the House 260- 161, but it was not included in the Senate version of the spending bill. The vote fell along party lines with 210 Republicans, including Rep. Joe Knollenberg, R- Bloomfield Hills, voting in favor and 13 voting against. Fifty Democrats vot...…
…This Week Southeastern Michigan Dahlia Society Celebrating 51 Years Lingering Blame Report issued on Israeli Arab riots, but closure remains elusive. GIL SEDAN Jewish Telegraphic Agency Umm el-Fahm, Israel he report presented Monday on the October 2000 riots in the Israeli Arab sector was meant to close the file on those tragic events, but it appears that closure remains far off. Officials of the Adalah Legal Center for Arab Minority Ri...…
…Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah presents sj'e FIRST ANNUAL Nrien.4 - 1. 4‘ 4 n P.:BATexwmgra Diana Lewis WXYZ - TV Sherry Margolis FOX 2 NEWS Florine Mar WEIGHT WA 16, 2003 Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, Michigan Boutiques Registration Pre-glow* Luncheon Speaker 10:00 - 3:30 10:00 - 11:45 11:00 12:00 1:00 To pre-register, call or visit Fleischman Residence/ Blumberg Plaza to pick up a Walk of Ages &...…
…Jesse Arm, 7, and Andie Harris, 5, both of West Bloomfield, picnic on the temple carpet. Tessa Nosanchuk and Mallory Baker, both 4 ofWest Bloomfield, enjoy a kiddie ride under the temple's covered entryway. Devra Rude, 8, of Farmington Hills learns new dance moves with Living Energy Entertainment. Elizabeth Potoesky, 2, ofWest Bloomfield enjoys the moonwalk set up inside. All In A Day's Fun Rain prompts Labor Day picnic to be held both in...…
…BORROWED BIAS from page 17 became director and eventually an architect of Hider's systematic medical repression. Another in the Kaiser Wilhelm Institute's complex of eugenic institu- tions was the Institute for Brain Research. A grant of $317,000 allowed the institute to construct a major build- ing and take center stage in German race biology. The brain institute received addition- al grants from the Rockefeller Foundation during the next se...…
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…'Week LINGERING BLAME from page 20 before the commission published its 860-page report. On Monday, he react- ed to the report by saying that his actions had prevented the situation from getting even worse. "I'm convinced that the manner in which I dealt with the crisis was with the best of my discretion and control," he said from London. The commission singled out the then-police commissioner, Yehuda Wilk, and the commander of the police's ...…
…Insight Updates AA&$Aat:aggA,:takatoz Awaiting Decision From the pages of the Jewish News from this week 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 years ago. • Pollard gets another day in court, but must wait for judge's ruling. EDWIN BLACK Jewish Telegraphic Agency Washington ust getting another day in court was a victory of sorts for Jonathan Pollard. Sentenced to life imprison- ment in 1987 for spying for Israel, Pollard for years had tried to get ...…
…Opinion Editorials are posted and archived on JN Online: www.detroitjewishnews.com Dry Bones Rebuilding Iraq mericans concerned about the future of Israel need to pay close attention to the current process of rebuilding Iraq. If Iraq does not gain a viable and stable secular government over the next half-dozen years, it could easily become an even more corn- mitted foe of the Jewish state than it was under Saddam Hussein. America, its alli...…
…OTHER VIEWS The Good Fight wo years ago at about this time of year, the entire world was riveted to their televisions and radios as the tragedy now known simply by the date 9-11 unfolded before their disbelieving eyes and ears. At the time, commentators and pundits were convinced that 9-11 would be remembered forever as one of the most momentous events in American history. In the same fashion as earlier generations remembered where they were...…
…Harvard's Tainted Money Boston gainst the backdrop of Arab anti-Semitism — the most virulent Jew-hatred since the Hitler years — the closing of a single anti-Semitic institute in the Middle East barely registers as a blip on the screen. But it's a blip worth noting, for it shows what can be achieved when. one gutsy individual decides to push back against bigotry. The story begins in July 2000, when Harvard's Divinity School accepted $2.5 mil...…
…OTHER VIEWS PREFERRED UROLOGY CONSULTANTS, P.C. Michael D. Lutz, M.D. James D. Relle, M.D. David M. Steinberger, P.A.-C Welcome/ `Death By Honor' Haifi Few further details were avail- report issued not able at the time, but the pat- long ago by the tern seemed obvious. Human Rights Under Israel law; of course, Commission of the murderers are subjected to Pakistan informed the public maximum punishment. But in that last year more than 450...…
…INSIDE: Community Calendar 36 Mazel Toy! 39 IN TEE NCJW DELIVERS SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO FERNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. STAFF PHOTOS BY ANGIE BARN a raphing calculators, CD-ROM dic- tionaries and just the right brand of khakis — in 2003, back-to-school shopping lists in some local school districts are more elaborate than ever before. But, with more than one child in school, just buying the basics can tax the average family's budget. The Nat...…
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…pal and interest. For information about the event or the securities offered by Development Corporation for Israel/State of Israel Bonds, call (248) 352-6555 or (888) 352-6556. JCC Seeks Local Authors The Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit is looking for local authors who are Jewish or have written a book with Jewish content. The Local Author Fair will take place Sunday, Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., as part of the 52nd annu- a...…
…Co mm unity CD rates this high? I had to look twice to believe them! • Mr. Novick - Oak Park - Communiiy leader Visit our Birmingham or Farmington Hills branches, or call 1 - 800-421 - Ba n k. Wheregreat CD rates let you breathe easier 12 MONTH CD * APY Nolan Finley, editorial page editor of the Detroit News, will discuss "Progress of the Road Map" 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield. The progra...…
…•Tn.,,MEM ii Lecture's Theme Possession, Prophecy "Good Spirits/Evil Spirits: Possession and Prophecy in Early Modern Judaism," a lecture by Professor Matt Goldish, will take place 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, at the Janice Charach Epstein Gallery, West Bloomfield. The presentation is Part 1 of the Cohn-Haddow Center for Judaic Studies' Wayne State Authors Series 2003-04. It is co-sponsored by the Wayne State University Press. Professor Goldish...…
…41111/ ■ 111r • • ''t m77 MTRwMfmr'' -P1 mg*WwWwWw, — Upcoming Events in Metro Detroit show (reserve tickets 800-991-8888). Bus boards at 12 Mile and Farmington roads. RSVP: Marilyn Schwartz (248) 661-2248. Greater Detroit Chapter of HarlAssah, Eleanor Roosevelt Group — Tuesday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m. Jacquelyn Sher, Chocolates by U, demonstrates making chocolate treats. $9. Chocolates by U, 29209 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield. RSVP by Sept...…
…WE HAVE SUKKAHS AT JEWISH.00141 Marilyn and Stuart Hertzberg, Bloomfield Hills. RSVP by Sept. 12: Haviva (248) 642-4260, ext. 375. CLUBS & AFFILIATES Institute for Retired Professionals — Wednesday, Sept. 10, 1 p.m. Jewish Perspectives sponsors choreographer and ballet instructor Iabob Lascu, discussing his journey from communist-controlled Romania to freedom in the United States. No charge. West Bloomfield JCC. (248) 967-4030, ext. 2018. B'...…
…Community Mimi Markofsky's Z it& - (.7610€1609E Calendar ROSH HASHANAH CARRY-OUT MENU STARTERS Gefilte Fish - per serving Sweet & Sour Salmon - per serving Sweet & Sour Meatballs Chopped Liver Vegetarian Chopped Liver Chicken Soup (1/2 Gal.) Matzo Balls (5 per pkg.) Cream of Asparagus Soup(1/2 Gal.) $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ QUANTITY 3.95 5.95 7.95/lb 7.95/lb 7.95/lb 8.95 3.95 8.95 $ 12.95/each $ 9.95/each $ 12.95/each Chicken Tenders (1/2 p...…
…!-OMMX41‘4" , k 4 Mazel Toy! IDOit SCHIJCIIMAN, 1111), F. GYNECOLOGY-UROLOGY surgical and non-surgical treatment of bladder control problems New Arrivals Aug. 17 Marie (Morelli) and Mitchell Greenbaum are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, The Mychele (Cha'ya). Welcoming Zoe home with hugs and kisses are big brothers Jacob, 4 1 /2, and Noah, 2. Sharing in their happiness are proud grandparents Angelo and Antoinette Morel...…
…Community Mazel Toy! MAZEL Toy from page 39 New Arrivals Sharing in their happiness are big brothers Joey, 7, and Jason, 4. Proud grandparenfs are Harry and Shiffy Jubas of Oak Park and Nissy and Eva Moskowitz of Silver Spring, Md. Also sharing in their joy are great-grand- mothers Belle Weinstock of West Bloomfield, Blanka Rosenberg of Silver Spring and Freida Moskowitz of Baltimore, Md. Yonah Eliyahu is named after Yehudit's great-uncle....…
…The Jewish Academy of Metropolitan Detroit invites you to attend mu - Bloomfield Hills. She earned money babysitting and donated to the American Cancer Society as part of her mitzvah projects. Johnathan Loren Gross will be called to the Torah as a bar mitzvah on Saturday, Sept.. 6, at Congregation B'nai Moshe. He is the son of Marina and Isaak Gross. Proud grand- parents are Mary and Samuil Maslovich and Lena and Aron Gross. Johnathan is an...…
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…Circle of love... Camp Betman as part of his mitzvah projects. Morgan Lorraine Pomish was called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Friday, Aug. 29, at Temple Shir Shalom. She is the daughter of Sara and Craig Pomish of Farmington Hills and sister of Ethan. Sharing in the simchah were grand- mothers Jeanette Pomish of West Bloomfield and Margaret Spigler of Philadelphia. She is also the grand- daughter of the late Irving Pomish and the late Wi...…
…tzvited to attend our Community Mazel Toy! Engagements KAUFMAN-LINKNER r. Lev (Edward) and Mrs. Debra Linkner of Ann Arbor are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Lauren Amy, to Jesse Kaufman, son of Mr. Neil and Mrs. Audrey Kaufman of Toronto. Ms. Linkner earned a degree at the University of Michigan, and is a fourth year student at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Mr. Kaufman earned his B.A. deg...…
…Jewish Experiences for- Families and Tamarack Camps presents the 17th Annual Apples & Honey Weddings WARNER-FREEDLAND S hoshana Freedland-Mandel and Jan Warner were recently mar- ried at the Ritz Carlton, Dearborn. Rabbi Robert Dobrusin of Beth Israel Congregation in Ann Arbor officiated. In attendance were their daughter, Kayla Mandel; the bride's mother, Lillian Freedland; the groom's parents, Debrah and Leon Warner; and grand- mother E...…
…Synagogue Listings 49 Torah Portion 51 Mastering The Media ffnai Moshe's new MTV teen program adds to the family flavor. Staff Writer hen the new teen class at Congregation B'nai Moshe holds its first session on Monday, Sept. 15, students will find themselves seated in front of the televi- sion. Just like home? Not if Daniella HarPaz Mechnikov has anything to say about it. Mechnikov, educational director at the West Bloomfield Conserva...…
…considerable experience as a performer in both Hebrew and Yiddish. A graduate of Berkley High School, she went on to the University of Michigan, where she studied compara- tive Hebrew and Yiddish literature and earned a master's degree in Near Eastern studies. Mechnikov was assistant director of the American Technion Society; ran a start-up publishing business for two years; and has done Yiddish transla- tions for the National Center for Jewis...…
…I 4; 412 41.1 441 11 4 417 412 412 412 1 44 44 417 .12 Rosh Hashannah: Saturday and Sunday, September 27-28 Tom Kippur: \ • Monday, October 6 • V 'sk\ —, . • •• .' .17 Songwriter, Pianist & Vocalist 41, vir MICHAEL KRIEGER IN CONCERT ir4 4 As a part of our regular afternoon program for 4 2 SENIORS, we invite you for coffee, cookies and 41d• great company. Thursday, September 11, 2003 417 Temple Israel 417 1:30 — 3:00 pm Bring...…
…Spirituality CONSERVATIVE ADAT SHALOM SYNAGOGUE 29901 Middlebelt, Farmington Hills, 48334, (248) 851-5100. Rabbis: Daniel Nevins, Herbert Yoskowitz. Cantor: Howard Glantz. Rabbi emeritus: E Spectre. Cantor emeritus: Larry Vieder. Services: Friday 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m., 7:45 p.m.; weekdays 7:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 a.m. Bar mitzvah of Mayer Stein, son of Deborah Stein and Michael Rosenbaum, Cecilee and Wayne Stein. AHAVAS ISRAEL (GRAN...…
…Spirituality p.m., 7:52 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m., 6:45 p.m., 8:43 p.m. SHOMREY EMUNAH TEMPLE BENJAMIN 502 North Brown Street, Mt. Pleasant 48858; (989) 772-3324 or (989) 779- 0945. Congregational leaders conduct serv- ices throughout the year. Services: Friday 8 p.m. Shabbat services, holidays, educational events. THE SHUL-CHABAD LUBAVITCH CONGREGATION BETH EL YAGDIL TORAH 17100 W. 10 Mile, Southfield 48075; (248) 559-6454. Rabbi: Eli Yel...…
