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November 07, 1997 • Page Image 33

…cs, ;4; .•\ \ • ■ 44,L4 • Rabin's Uncomfortable Legacy On the second anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, the rancor hasn't died down much. LARRY DERFNER Israel Correspondent T praise of Yigal Amir prior to the arson. Kach member David Axelrod, who, after the assassination told a radio reporter, "It's not the murder of a Jew, but the liquidation of a traitor ... Eliminating an enemy is a good thing," was acquited on inciteme...…

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…Middle East y the time we're through, we'll be Jewish Unity's Last Chance will soon undergo an exciting renovation, transforming our already beautiful rental retirement community into one of the nation's truly extraordinary places to be. With independent living, assisted living, respite care, and a special program for Alzheimer's disease, THE FOUNTAINS provides you with peace of mind that any potential health care needs will be met. With af...…

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…mise proposal on conversion, while the Chief Rabbinate had rejected it. It made no difference. If the Reform and Conservative groups decided to go to the Supreme Court, they would be seen as the instigators of a religious war among the Jews. Yuri Stern of the Yisrael B'Aliya party, who recently discussed the issue with Jewish leaders in Atlanta, said that a consensus had been taking shape in the Knesset against the Conversion Law, but if the R...…

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…CONGREGATION SHAAREY ZEDEK 4 aus•I•1111, 0 " Honors our Past and Present Raznahniks as we celebrate • 50 Years of Camp Ramah Ramah style Service, 'Dinner and Ruach Featuring Rabbi Mitch Cohen- Director of Camp Ramah in Canada All past, present and future campers and staff and their families are welcome Friday November 14 - e:3oPm Service & 'Dinner - Your Check is your Reservation Adults - $14.42 Children under 12 - $7.21 3% goes to...…

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…• A \s, Syrian interests at a proposed confer- ence. Always impatient and a master of surprise, Sadat went to Jerusalem to refocus Washington's attention on Egypt. His craving to recapture the personal spotlight was achieved. Sadat went to Jerusalem hoping that Begin would respond with an equally pro- found gesture: a full and immediate withdrawal from Sinai. Not so. HE WROTE CHUTZPAH. HE DEFENDS WITH CHUTZPAH. ON NOVEMBER 19m, HE BRINGS HI...…

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…0 ... four generations of a tradition of excellence Champagne & Hors D'oeuvres Reception 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Thursday, Nov. 13th Champagne Toast 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Friday, Nov. 14th Special Prize Drawing 6:00 p.m. - Saturday, Nov. 15th Please join us as we celebrate the opening of our newest and finest store. At this time or at any time during business hours take advantage of our special savings and fill out your entry for our special priz...…

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…•Community Prices so low, you'll walk all over us. IL FLOOR COVERINGS IZNMMMMMNMMMMP This Week Featuring: Rabbi Addresses Hertz Institute Dr. Walter Jacob, rabbi emeritus of Rodef Shalom Congregation, Pittsburgh, Pa., will be the scholar-in- \ residence for the 16th annual Richard C. Hertz Institute on Reform Judaism, Nov. 14-15, at Rabbi Jacob Temple Beth El. Rabbi Jacob represents the 18th generation of rabbis in his family. He has bee...…

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…• Milestones V€0004ieed EIS ICS I C US T 2985 Haggerty Road • Walled Lake • (248) 669-4466 For all of your building needs Marble and Granite counter tops and tile, Ceramic tile and more... Featuring Mirror & Glass Magic • Closets & More • D&C Kitchen & Baths Engagements Geffen-Gold Terry Geffen and Alan Gold are pleased to announce their engage- ment. They plan to be married in April 1998. Terry is the daughter of Phyllis and Phil Deyt...…

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…• Antwerp Jewelers • Barry K Salon • Callanetics St • Cobo • Copy Full • D'All • Esth Bazaman of Farmington Hills, former- ly of Houston, and the late Bennie Bazaman and the late Mollie and Sam Kessler. Julie is a graduate of the University of Arizona and Maury graduated Ferris State College as a doctor of optometry. He is practicing in Scottsdale, Ariz., where they will reside. • Steven Skolnick, son of Alan and Renee Gruskin of West Bloom...…

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…rigemmenommiwimmonmiligair Milestones UNIVERSAL WATCH REPAIR LARGEST FACILITY IN MICHIGAN SPECIALIZING UV ROLEX' REPAIR BU LOVA '-- 0 ACCUTRON Swiss (I) LONGINES' SEIKO ROLEX BAUME&MERCIER Cartier $ x CORUM E B E L ELGIN GRUEN RADO I V RAYMO ND WEIL Weddings MOVADO® OMEGA °CITIZEN. CONCORR HAMILTON NVEI Aildemars Pipet PATEK PHILIPPE PIAGET GUCCI uti vERsALGEI,EvE BFRTOLL'C'CI I W C 4', GENEVE S. SEIKO, W...…

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…A 'Community Give Tzedakah For Chanukah A new kind of Chanukah gift-giving — "Simply Tzedakah: Kids Helping Kids" — will be introduced by the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit to link children and their fami- lies to Jewish people around the world. Instead of a Chanukah gift on one night of the holiday, parents, grandpar- ents, aunts, uncles and friends are encouraged to make a minimum $18 gift to the 1998 Allied Jewish Campaign in ...…

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…Community Games Night At Adat Shalom Adat Shalom Synagogue's Mens's Club and CHaZaKaH seniors will co-spon- sor a Gala Games Night, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19 at the synagogue. Kosher turkeys and a variety of other prizes will be awarded to the lucky winners. Cost to attend is $3 per person or $5 per family. The community is wel- come. Reservations are not required. Church, State Issues Discussed Showroom Hours: Monday-Friday 11-5 • Satu...…

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…• • Kruger, (248) 967-3717 or Lewis Snook, (248) 737-2152. Melave Malka Bowling Event • Dr. Sircus Doctor Talks To Brotherhood Dr. Scott Sircus will address the Temple Beth El Brotherhood on a topic Tor men only', 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at the temple. Sircus, a grad- uate of the University of Miami School of Medicine and a urologist in private practice in Southfield and Warren, will speak on "Disease of the Prostate: Early Detection an...…

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…I Community Boots on Sala Save up to 20% • Stride Rite • Sporto • Dan exx • Lacrosse • Beta Weatherguard • SKYR Centennial Donor Dinner *Sorels not on Sale Orchard Mall Greg Orchard Lk. Rd. • N. of Maple SHOES "Serving the community for over 40 years" W. Bloomfield • 851-5566 For the best in craftsmanship and unique Centennial Chapter, Jewish Women International will host its annual donor dinner to benefit the Children's Home, 6:...…

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…WHERE YOU ALWAYS FIND THE PERFECT GIFT. Ar4 Annivcr8ary Roosevelt Group Hosts Dinner The Eleanor Roosevelt Group of Hadassah will have a paid-up mem- bership meeting 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Hadassah House, 5030 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Lila Lazarus, the WDIV Good Medicine Reporter, will be the guest speaker.- A light dairy dinner will be served. Respond to Raya Goldenberg, (248) 399-0094 or Esther Tshirhart, (248) 967-638...…

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…Community 20% OFF MSU Hillel Plans Events Heslop's brings you the largest selection of in-stock tabletop merchandise in Michigan. Choose from among such famous names as Atlantis, Block, Christiary Dior, Cristal J.G. Durand, Dansk, Fitz & Floyd, Gorham, Lenox, Mikasa, Nikko, Noritake, Oneida, Pickard, Reed & Barton, Rosenthal, Royal Doulton, Royal Worcester, Sasaki, Spode, Towle, and Villeroy & Boch. MSU Hillel will have its haunted hayride...…

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…GS ® 0-; We Sell Quality Brand Name Closeouts at "AMAZING" Prices! New Closeouts Arriving Daily. One Time Deals! U-M Plans Hillel Events The Reform Chavurah will host an evening of ice skating. Participants will meet at Hillel at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 for Havdalah and then head to °Yost Ice Arena. Free admission will be provided, but participants should bring skates or a few dollars for rental. There will be Israeli dancing at Hillel ...…

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…Bridal Couture Presents Israel When Russians Fall M & B Hairlooms An inspiring group of volunteers cares for terrorist victims with no extended _family or social network in Israel. Friday, Nov. 14th 10am-6pm Saturday, Nov 15th 10am-5pm Come and meet with the designer LARRY DERFNER Israel Correspondent who will help you I select the perfect headpiece to compliment your gown. BRIDAL COUTURE 248-645-0500 Call for an appointment ...…

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…She remembers going to a hospital after a Tel Aviv bus bombing in October 1994, and seeing a roomful of Israelis hugging and kissing and crying over an injured victim lying in a bed. A wounded Russian immigrant was in the room, too. "I looked behind the partition curtain and saw her — a young woman lying in bed alone, with her face turned to the wall," Bar-On says. Among the volunteers are some 20 Russian immigrants who themselves were injured...…

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…Israel Kick Off the Ya'acov Schwartz's Disappearing Act New Year in Style r$1000 Off A Pedicure" 1 Why did this man fake his own kidnapping by terrorists? *Coupon good for regularly priced pedicure only. May not I be used in conjunction with any other coupon or special. I I Offer expires 11/29/97 _i 7,1r L LARRY DERFNER Israel Correspondent 4141, 11 -14 n. s etc. 32802 Franklin • Franklin • 248.626.2457 11 ft CELEBRATE THE FAM...…

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…Synagogues SYSTEME SBIOLAGE® BY MATRIX® ESSENTIALS Pedicure Specials By Jackie $24 Mondays Only BSA-3'31'3 ;.„ Congregation Beth Shalom Adult Study Presents: Temple Emanu-El 0 Adventures In Jewish Education ORTHODOX BETH TEFILO EMANUEL TIKVAH AGUDAS YISROEL- MOGEN ABRAHAM 24225 Greenfield Road, Southfield, 48075, (248) 559-5022. Rabbi: Yisroel Menachem Levin. 15751 W. Lincoln, Southfield, 48075, (248) 552-1971. Rabbis: Dov Loketc...…

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…Silver, Bronze and. Copper pieces of fine Sculptures and Art To Wear will be on exhibit and for sale By Renowned Israeli Sculptor and Author Frank Meisler Synagogues SYNAGOGUES from page 53 MISHKAN ISRAEL, NUSACH H'ARI, LUBAVITCHER CENTER 14000 W. Nine Mile Road, Oak Park, 48237, (248) 543-6611. Services: Friday at sundown; Saturday 9:30 a.m.; weekdays 6:45 a.m., 7:45 a.m., sundown; Sunday 7:45 a.m. OR CHADASH Rabbi: Eliezer Cohen. Pre...…

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…MM. Families... fe 8 a.m., 6 p.m. Bat mitzvah of Jessica Hoffman, daughter of Gerald and Greta Hoffman. BETH ISRAEL (FLINT) G-5240 Calkins Road, Flint, 48532, (810) 732-6310. Rabbi: Paul Reis. Cantor: Sholom Kalib. President: Dr. Brian Beck. Services: Friday 6 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.; weekdays 7:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Sunday and legal holidays 8 a.m., 6 p.m. Kiddush follows services. BETH ISRAEL (ANN ARBOR) CONGREGATION 2000 Washtenaw Ave., ...…

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…Synagogues O SYNAGOGUES from page 55 WILL YOUR LIFE'S WORK CONTINUE BEYOND YOUR LIFETIME? Friday, Social Action Shabbat. Saturday bat mitzvah of Gabrielle Lewis, daughter of Marlene and Kevin Lewis. TEMPLE ISRAEL As Jews, we have a special sensitivity to the future. We want what we believe in to live on after we're gone. The survival of Israel...care for our poor and our elderly...the rescue of families in danger... education of our chi...…

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…Fool Tables Cue Sticks Foker Tables Air Hockey Soccer Tables Electronic Dart Boards Bold and Beautiful Hand Made Diamond 14K Gold Bracelets. Brilliance Since 1919 'eed 30400 Telegraph Rd., Suite 134, Bingham Farms • 642-5575 C 8PITZELY8 HEBREW BOOK and GIFT CENTER, INC. YOUR "PERSONAL" STORE ENGINE COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS • Mufflers • Brakes • Shocks • Alignment • Maintenance Flush $30 I and Fill L.Ami-Freeze Included r L BRAKES sta...…

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…Make it a moment of inspiration with the dynamic designs of David Yurman. DAVID YURMAN Beautifully crafted in sterling silver and gold with diamonds and precious gems, Yurman transforms ancient symbols into modern classics. Come to Tapper's and see our expanded David Yurman Collection during our special Trunk Show Friday, November 14th Saturday, November 15th. aPigerf Diamonds /ea' Fine Jewelry Orchard Mall Orchard Lake Road at Maple Roa...…

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…• Torah Portion To Reap Life's Benefits We Must Invest Ourselves Shabbat Lekh Lekha: Genesis I2:1-17:2• Isaiah 40:27-41:16 RABBI STEPHEN WEISS Special to The Jewish News A _s I — a l S 1 1 FORGET THE MALL We've Got It All! r 454) e'b Complete Acuvue® Disposable contacts Package Includes Exam, Fitting, Follow-Up Care, Care Kit and 7 Pairs Of AcuvlieLenses With Coupon • Excludes Previous. Orders • Expires 11/30/97 L J r *ifeN...…

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…Sixteenth Annual Community RICHARD C. HERTZ INSTITUTE ON REFORM JUDAISM IN MEMORY OF MANUEL E. ARDEN AND SELMA E. ARDEN ESTABLISHED BY ELLIN ARDEN LAWSON presents DR. WALTER JACOB Senior Scholar and Rabbi Emeritus, Rodef Shalom Congregation, Pittsburgh Traverse City Fair, Memorial Congregation Beth El, a traditional Jewish congregation located at 311 Park Street in Traverse City, will offer two public events Sunday, Nov. 9. A Jewish bo...…

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…• News $ 15 Million Class Project STEWART AIN Special to The Jewish News T • • hey're spreading the wealth for continuity. An ambitious project to create and expand Jewish day schools across America has received commitments of $15 million — $1.5 million from each of 10 phil- anthropists — over the next five years. The project, called the Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education, is the brainchild of philanthropist Michael Steinhar...…

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…Ladies & Gentlemen PLEASE TAKE YOUR SEATS 0% OFF And an additional Good through Nov. 14th, 1997. Excludes all prior sales. selling price with this ad Jimmies Rustics has a selection of barstools unparalleled in Michigan. Reasonably priced and very, very attractive. Inquire about our special promotion on gas logs. RUSTICS BIRMINGHAM 248-644-1919 • 690 OLD S. WOODWARD LIVONIA 313-522-9200 • 29500 W. 6 MILE RD. NOVI 248-348-0090 • 48700 ...…

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…D News TRAVEL MAX Introduces Heartfelt Evenings Royal Caribbean's Newest Ship 0g VISION OF THE SEAS In Kew Gardens Hills, observant women take matchmaking matters into their own hands. This beautiful ship will be inaugurated May, 1998. This spectacular ship offers a dramatic two-story dining room, state-of-the-art fitness center, two pools and much, much more! HILARY LARSON Special to The Jewish News 7-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN T C he Orth...…

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…Hamilton, Miller, Hudson & FayneTravel Corporation News HOLIDAY Anr# TRAVEL SPECIALS 4 ‘ " -12 Urisipi 4 - HEARTFELT from page 63 ORLANDO FT. MYERS- SARASOTA ST. PETE 12/20 air only 12/20 7 nts air only from 7 nts fr $274.90 r.t. $234.90 r.t. 12/20 7 nts air only from $234.90 „„ $274.90 r.t. 12/27 7 nts air only from I 2/28 7 nts air only from 12/21 air only 7 nts fr 12/27 7 nts air only from $274.90 r.t. 12/26 air only ...…

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…WHY SETTLE? FOR A GREAT DEAL ON A '97 MODEL, WHEN YOU CAN GET A GREAT DEAL ON A NEW 1998! WHILE SOME DEALERS ARE TRYING TO CLEAR OUT THEIR '97 INVENTORIES, ART MORAN HAS A GREAT DEAL OF GREAT DEALS ON THE SEVERAL HUNDRED NEW 19981 IN STOCK. STOP BY AND SEE FOR YOURSELF HOW "WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY". 1998 GRAND AM GT COUPE 36 Month Lease Loaded Stock #60871 1998 BONNEVILLE SSE 36 Month Lease Leather/Sunroof Stock 20201 C.O.D. $1916 19...…

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…THERE'S A WORLD TO SEE WITH THE JCC! \\. The Jewish Community Center w New York To Open Claims Processing Office of Metropolitan Detroit Travel Program presents... WINTERESCAPES '98 1 MIAMI BEACH CC /73.4,”71 Those with insurance, banking assets stemming from Holocaust to get free help; Pataki pledges $550, 000 for startup. January 6-27 lmish Cemmr, Ca." An all-inclusive package is included. THE BEST OF THE WEST: SCOTTSDALE-PALM ...…

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…• HELPING JEWISH FAMILIES GROWTM THE APPLE TREE Ms. Applebaum: "Watch Me, Mommy, While I Fly" Life In Israel: A Boy And His Book Bag The Big Story: This Will Make Sense To Your Baby Small Bites: Tell Us About Your Beautiful Day Kaleidoscope: Color Our World Births B'nai Mitzvah Cover Art: Photo by Glenn Triest Handsome Henry Katz of West Bloomfield Meet Our Winner/page 72 67 …

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…The Zionists Organization of America EdItoR's NoTe presents: "Religious Zealotry in Israel: Myths and Facts" With Noted Political Commentator Rabbi Steven Weil of Young Israel, Oak Park Thursday, November 20, 1997 7:30 P.M. Zionists Cultural Center 18451 W. 10 Mile Road (just west of Southfield Road) Southfield, MI There is no charge for this program. Refreshments will be served. Call (248) 569-1515 for further information. EXTRA!!! ...…

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…C Life In IsrAe Winter Walden Ski It Snowboarding Club for Children * Professional instructions * Classes for all skill levels - beginner to expert * Special program for the younger skiers (ages 6-9) * Small classes * Adult classes too! * Charter buses Saturday & Sunday The Book Bag necessary books in our arms. In hen he was 2, Yehuda high school, we were coached as received his first back- to the "cool" way to carry our pack. Somehow, th...…

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…LOREN B FI5C-HER CARARAL ARTS 5E21E5 FOR CHILDREN & THEIR FAMILIES Ca en Da R welcomes you to their eighth season of programming for youngsters ages 2-12 We invite you to enjoy PEMA))IA presenting WRITHM DANCE COMPANY & THE CHILDREN'S WORK5HOP OF DETROIT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1997 •12:45 P,M, - Temple Beth El 7400 Telegraph at 14 Mile Admission Free FULL SERVICE VIDEO RECORDING AND PRODUCTION CORPORATE: SEMINARS, SPEECHES, AWARD BANQUE...…

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…Baby FaCe The Nose Knows Diane Baldwin AppleTree Staff Writer erely thinking of a crisp fall day, with the smell of apple pie baking in the oven, conjures a memory that makes many adults feel peaceful, cozy or relaxed. The same is true for babies and children. 6 An infant hours old already identi- fies its mother by a scent familiar only to that baby. Thus begins the human journey into aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is a way to reduce stress, i...…

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…smaLL BITES Take A Bite Out Of This I f you like to eat lions and tigers and bears, oh my! — cookie ones, that is — here's a great new kit to help you make your own tasty creations. The Cookie Critters Cookbook and Cookie Cutter set, by Debora Pearson, with illustra- tions by Vlasta Van Kampen, features a great collection of 14 dishwasher-safe animal cookie cut- ters, an illustrated As cookbook with 12 easy-to-follow recipes, and a cookie s...…

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…Ieic AscO oE Happy Thanksgiving! e can't wait to see your artistic skills! Children aged 2-14 may use crayons, markers, glitter, stickers or any other art materials to decorate this picture. The staff of The Jewish News will select one winner, who will be notified no later than 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11. His or her photo- ., graph and entry will appear as the cover of the Nov. 21 AppleTree. Send to Kaleidoscope, The AppleTree, 27676 Franklin R...…

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…BirtHs A'‘ Our My Window on the WorldTM and Once Upon A TimeTm. programs help preschoolers get a leg up. We provide them with activities in math, reading, science and music. And since young children learn best through hands-on experience, its a good idea to involve their feet, too. West Bloomfield Southfield Farmington Hills Troy 6615 Middlebelt Road 25345 Evergreen Road 25005 Middlebett Road 5135 Cootidge Highway (248) 641-8480 (248) 3...…

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…Join us for a family event at the 'Annual Book Fair Frederick Blechman, sister of Lisa and Joshua, grand- child of Sonia Blechman and the late Izaak Blechman and Sarah and Samuel Weinberger. Torah readers at her service will include her sister, cousins Danie and Laya Barak, Faya and Benjamin Gene and Jonathan Dorfman. Her mitzvah projects include c assisting with pre-school classes, challah making and support of Alyn Hospital in Israel. Ste...…

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…WHICH SUMMER 'EXPERIENCE IS BEST FOR YOUR CHILD B'Nai MitzVah LET ME HELP YOU MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE! D. Overnight Camps Specialty Camps •Teen Tours •School-US & Abroad ■. Wilderness Trips • Language-Cultural Exchange • Community Service • Biking — Sailing •Sports — Arts _} SUSIE PAPPAS (248) 540-9885 Student Camp & Trip Advisors, Inc. A Free Service Since 1970 vii D IE GO EAT I CS\ (248) 366.9914 • Weddings & Special Events • Bar/B...…

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…26TH ANNUAL KINGSWOOD GIFTORAMA is ents Barbara Klein and Robert Klein and her sis- ter Shiro. Rachel is the grandchild of Irene and the late Leo Eagle and Marion and Louis Klein. Rachel volunteered with the Special Olympics for her bat mitz- vah project. She enjoys dancing, skiing, swimming and softball. She attends Abbott Middle School. Adam and Bailey Burstein Adam and Bailey Burstein of Clarkston will be 'Dina' mitzvah at Congregation ...…

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…MEADE ILENCLL MICHIGAN'S #1 LEXUS DEALER #1 in Sales, Service & Selection THE 98's ARE HERE This space contributed as a public service. "YES/ THERE IS LIFE AFTER BREAST CANCER. AND THAT'S THE WHOLE POINT:' —Ann Jillian We have over 100 vehicles available for sale Largest selection of new Lexus in the state logo L S g oo logo GS 1 400 logi u i Igo A lot of women are so afraid of breast cancer they don't want to hear about it. And that...…

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…Book Fair volunteers Sharon Silverman and Teri Sinkoff unpack books. Talking Volumes From truth to fiction and everything in between, the 46th annual Jewish Book Fair has it all. JULIE EDGAR Senior Writer T his was a big year for mem- oirs and fiction by and about Jews. Not that the current crop isn't challenging. But it sets a lighter tone for this year's Jewish Book Fair, which begins tomorrow and runs through Sunday, Nov. 16, at the J...…

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…Popular sage, Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, returns to the Book Fair to promote Do Unto Others. which recounts the poignant friend- ship between an Irish-Catholic boy . and a rabbi. Hamill is the only non- Jewish author on the schedule. After the death of her mother, journalist Helen Epstein, who is.slat- ed to speak on Sunday, Nov. 16, Big League Dreams. On Sunday, Nov. 9, a "mini fair" with 20 local authors will be held in West Bloomfield from ...…

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…C Helen Epstein traced her mother's roots. Eleanor Korn and Nancy Lipsey, seated, check book lists while Carrie Kushner looks on. tics. They'll talk about themselves and what motivates them," Kushner said. Wolfe said Detroit Free Press columnist and author Mitch Albom wanted to participate in the Fair, and she expects 800 people will show up to hear him speak Wednesday, Nov. 12, on his memoir, Tuesdays With Morrie. Turning down their invita...…

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…Making Time For TV Young adults somehow find a way to watch, but what, why and when is a whole different program. JULIE WEINGARDEN . Special to The Jewish News T here's always one TV show that grabs you in the gut. For me it's "Party of Five." Rarely do I get through an episode without crying. Many young Jewish adults first tuned in to,shows merely to learn and laugh. Maybe they started with "Sesame Street" and eventually moved on to "The ...…

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