Jewish Community Voice

Tractor rampage sparks debate about terrorist threat from within

By ROY EITAN JTA — 07/16/2008

JERUSALEM- The early July deadly tractor rampage in Jerusalem has prompted a furious public debate in Israel about what steps the government can and should take to protect Jerusalemites against would-be Arab terrorists.

The story of an unsung American/Jewish hero

By HARRIET KESSLER Voice staff — 07/16/2008

The loving memories are always present. But they intensify beginning with the approach of Memorial Day and continuing through August 15- when Lynn Sanford says yizkor. This year, the long time staff member in the Jewish Federation Department of Jewish Education Teacher Resource Center, wants to share those memories of her late husband.

Fun on the 4th of July

07/16/2008

Mike Noble, "It Takes Two Entertainment" DJ, has the kids smiling during a hula-hoop game at the Katz JCC July 4 member appreciation pool party. The festivities took place at the JCC Camps in Medford.

MEET DR. ELYSE DISHLER…

By DAVID PORTNOE Voice staff — 07/16/2008

AGE: 37 FAMILY: Husband, Dr. Michael Bernstein; and children, Ethan (5) and twoyear old twins Seth and Ava EDUCATION: Vassar College and Temple Univ.

Brith Sholom Cherry Hill Lodge awards four scholarships

07/16/2008

Brith Sholom Cherry Hill Lodge #966 recently honored four students with scholarships. The awards were presented by Myrna Wolman (second from right), executive director of national Brith Sholom. Scholarship winners were (from left), Carly Richman, Alyssa Freidberg, and Naomi Kaplan. Also receiving a scholarship was Jaime Karen.

TALK TO US…

07/16/2008

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Cong. M'kor Shalom welcomes Michael Satz as new assistant rabbi

By DAVID PORTNOE Voice staff — 07/16/2008

It was in his junior year of college that Michael Satz decided he had to be a rabbi. The St. Louis native and student at Tulane University in New Orleans was spending his junior year abroad at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Through Hillel at Hebrew Univ., he went to the Ukraine to help lead Passover seders for Ukrainian Jews in remote villages.

Lynny Ravitz elected to post

07/16/2008

Lynny Ravitz, vice president of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, has been elected to the board of the New Jersey State Association of Jewish Federations (NJSAJF), the umbrella organization of the state's 12 Jewish federations.

Masada plans upcoming activities

07/16/2008

The Masada B'nai B'rith unit has planned several upcoming trips. Buses for all trips leave from Landmark and Towers of Windsor. A Broadway trip will be held on Sunday, Sept. 7 to see "In the Heights," winner of 13 Tony Awards. The cost of $169 includes lunch at LeRivage.

Lightstone Award given to Judilla

07/16/2008

The 13th Annual Nan Lightstone Memorial Scholarship Award was presented to Anthony Judilla, a 2008 Cherry Hill High School West graduate. He was a member of the National Honor Society at West and was involved in many school and community activities.

Local who made aliyah helps Café Europa celebrate Israel 60

By DAVID PORTNOE Voice staff — 07/16/2008

Shai Freedman, a 20-yearold from Cherry Hill who made aliyah and is now serving in the Israeli army, helped members of Café Europa celebrate Israel's 60th anniversary. Speaking at an Israel-themed meeting of the Holocaust survivors' group, Freedman spoke about what it was like moving to Israel and serving in the Israeli military.

Young Cherry Hill native wowing them at Walnut

By SALLY FRIEDMAN For the Voice — 07/16/2008

She is 11 years old. At least that's what the calendar says. But Laurel Yaros has the poise, presence and performance skills of someone twice her age, all of it mingled with an innocence assuring that she is, after all, still a little girl with a sense of wonder at being on stage five times a week in one of the most beloved of musicals.

Camp Galil goes green

07/16/2008

Josh Waimberg and Diane Litwin, environmental educators, help Camp Galil go green. This year, the Pennsylvania camp is emphasizing Jewish environmental texts and the kitchen staff is creating a compost pile to recycle waste. Kitchen staff members recently took a course at the Jewish Farm School to aid in the camp's environmental program.

'Circles' supports older adults

07/16/2008

Gathered at a recent Circles of Support meeting are (from left), Reva Farenback-Brateman, Jewish Family & Children's Service, Burlington Co.; Maxine Kaminsky, Raymond and Gertrude R. Saltzman House; Ceil Ciociola the Jewish Federaton of Southern NJ; Ellen Gartzman, a JFCS NORC worker; Lisa Silverman, JFCS; Renee Davidow, Lions Gate, and Karen Grossman, JCC. Circles of Support brings staff members from varied Federation agencies together regularly to network and share resources, creating a seamless system of service delivery to South Jersey's many older adults.

Breaks ground for new Mikvah

07/16/2008

Herb Lahn speaks during the Cong. Sons of Israel groundbreaking ceremony honoring its new community Mikvah, "Ohel Leah," named in memory of his first wife. The groundbreaking was hosted by his son, Randy Lahn and his wife Patricia Lahn.

Chabad opens in Ventnor

07/16/2008

Chabad-Lubavitch has opened a new location in Ventnor. Rabbi Avrohom Rapoport, son of Rabbi Shmuel and Tova Rapoport, co-directors of Chabad- Lubavitch of Atlantic and Cape May counties, directs the new location. Avrohom Rapoport is also coordinating services in Wildwood.

Bush urged to send missile defense radar

07/16/2008

Two U.S. congressmen are urging President Bush to send Israel a missile defense radar system. The members of the House of Representatives, Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) and Jane Harman (DCalif.), made their request in a letter to Bush following Iran's missile tests last week.

Close of absorption center prompts inst. move from Arad

07/16/2008

The WUJS Institute adult study program is moving from its longtime home in Arad to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The institute, a study-internship program that since 2006 has been under the auspices of Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization, will open in the new locations on Sept. 1. The 50 students registered for the fall semester have agreed to participate at the new sites.

Masorti ad blitz promotes alternate ceremony

BY DINA KRAFT JTA — 07/16/2008

TEL AVIV- In an online game, prospective Israeli brides and bridegrooms construct their dream wedding- everything from venue to guest list to food. Finally the punch line arrives: What kind of ceremony would they choose? For most Israelis, there is little choice.

Iran threatens to 'burn' Tel Aviv

07/16/2008

JERUSALEM- Iran threatened to "burn" Tel Aviv and U.S. targets in response to any attack on its nuclear sites. "The first bullet fired by America at Iran will be followed by Iran burning down its vital interests around the globe," the Iranian news agency ISNA quoted Ali Shirazi, a senior aide to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as saying.

Israel-Syria peace unlikely

07/16/2008

JERUSALEM- An Israeli- Syrian peace accord is unlikely before President Bush steps down, Bashar Assad said. "The most important thing in direct negotiations is who sponsors them," the Syrian president told France's Le Figaro newspaper, when asked about the prospect of his country and Israel upgrading their indirect, Turkish-mediated talks.

Israel facing water crisis

07/16/2008

JERUSALEM- Israel's water situation is facing "the worst crisis in 80 years," the head of the country's water authority said.

Islamic terrorism's best breeding ground

By DANIEL PIPES — 07/16/2008

"Since 9/11, there have been over 2,300 arrests connected to Islamist terrorism in Europe in contrast to about 60 in the United States.

JCC exec. visits Cuba on humanitarian mission

By REMY ROSENBAUM JCC Membership & Marketing — 07/16/2008

Katz JCC Executive Director Les Cohen, was among 50 JCC presidents, board members and executive directors from across the country who participated in a JCC Association sponsored humanitarian mission to Cuba. The purpose of the mission was to aid the Cuban Jewish community by showing support and bringing much needed supplies, according to Cohen.

Experts will address breast cancer

07/16/2008

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service will present "Ask the Expert: A Comprehensive Approach to Breast Cancer and Wellness," on Tuesday, July 22, at 7 p.m. on the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus. The event is free and open to the public.

JCF seminar sheds light on LTCI

By MICHAEL STAFF JCF Marketing Manager — 07/16/2008

Long term care insurance (LTCI) has become a hot topic as health care becomes more expensive and people live longer. A recent Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) Professional Advisory Committee seminar at the Cherry Hill Library helped 40 local residents and professional advisors learn more about why LTCI strategies need to be considered in modern day financial planning.

Goodwin Center honors students

07/16/2008

Participants in the Josiah DuBois Humanitarian Award ceremonies at the recent Goodwin Holocaust Museum and Education Center 2008 Annual Volunteer Reception are (from left), Ronda Schwartz, DuBois Committee co-chair; Ashley Edwards of Moorestown Friends School, $2,000 Winner; Amanda Leggio of Rancocas Valley Regional High School, $750 Winner; Rupalee Rashatwar of Eastern High School, $750 Winner; Frank Steifel of Haddonfield Memorial High School, $500 Winner; Mike Campbell of Memorial High School, $500 Winner; Rebecca Dittrich of Cherry Hill High School East, $250 Winner; Erika Ricchini of Baptist High School, $250 Winner, and Bernice Glazier, DuBois Committee co-chair.

Dachau seeks Israeli sister city

07/16/2008

BERLIN (JTA)- The German city of Dachau is seeking a new image- through a sister city in Israel. Dachau Mayor Peter Bürgel told the "Welt am Sonntag" weekly newspaper, "Of course the city of Dachau would like to have a partner city in Israel. But it must be organized with great sensitivity.

Court upholds day school policy

07/16/2008

LONDON (JTA)- Britain's High Court ruled that the admission policy of a state-funded school could be based on its interpretation of Jewish law. The verdict could have had major implications on Britain's 20 Jewish schools- almost all of which receive state funding- had the court ruled against the school's policy.

Helms remembered as Israel supporter

07/16/2008

NEW YORK (JTA)- Jesse Helms, the staunch Israel supporter in the U.S. Senate whose race-baiting nonetheless alienated many Jews, died at the age of 86. Helms represented North Carolina in the U.S. Senate from 1973 until 2003.

Warsaw yeshiva ordains rabbis

07/16/2008

NEW YORK (JTA)- A Warsaw yeshiva ordained the first rabbis in Poland since World War II. Nine rabbinical students were ordained by the Chabad-Lubavitch Yeshiva of Warsaw during a ceremony at the Hilton Hotel. Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau, the chief rabbi of Tel Aviv and former chief rabbi of Israel, attended the ceremony.

Elk meat soon in stores

07/16/2008

NEW YORK (JTA)- Elk is about to become available to kosher consumers. Noah's Ark Processors in South Dakota, which sells kosher meat under the Solomon's Finest Glatt Kosher label, is expecting to slaughter its first elk for the commercial market. It will be shipped to supermarkets including Fairway and ShopRite, according to owner Ilan Parente.

Loves Israel, keeps kosher, Cal's new president has his work cut out for him

By TOM TUGEND JTA — 07/16/2008

LOS ANGELES - The new president of the University of California's 10 campuses and 220,000 students keeps a kosher home, lectures on Maimonides for intellectual stimulation and is an unabashed Israel supporter. "I am what I am," Mark Yudof says. "What I've found works best for me is transparency, being direct and being honest.

A kosher cooking school blooms in Brooklyn; offers professional training

By SUE FISHKOFF JTA — 07/16/2008

NEW YORK- On the first day of class at a new kosher cooking school in Brooklyn, 22-year-old Erica Zimmerman carefully slices raw potatoes into a stainless steel bowl. Zimmerman, a student at New York University, says she's always been interested in cooking, but as an observant Jew only wanted a kosher school. Why learn to cook food she'd never be able to eat?

Spielberg foundation donates to museum

07/16/2008

NEW YORK (JTA)- Steven Spielberg's foundation has donated $1-million to the National Museum of American Jewish History. The grant from the Academy Award-winning director's Righteous Persons Foundation is earmarked for the museum's $150-million capital campaign.

French Jews call for probe

07/16/2008

NEW YORK (JTA)- The leader of French Jewry called on Nicolas Sarkozy to authorize an investigation into France 2 TV's coverage of the al-Dura incident.

Birth:

07/16/2008

Mira (nee Silbert) and Aaron Aumiller of Voorhees, announce the birth of their daughter, Charli Faye (Chana Golda) on Dec. 21, 2007.

Engagement:

07/16/2008

Athena and Marty Ellner, of Voorhees, announce the engagement of their daughter, Adena, to Michael Portnoy, son of Lois and Glenn Portnoy of Jenkintown, PA. Adena graduated from Drew Univ. with a B.A. degree in Fine Arts with a minor in Jewish Studies. She is a graphic designer with Broad Street Publishing in Cherry Hill.

DEATH NOTICES

07/16/2008

SIDNEY BOMZE, of Cherry Hill, died on June 28. Husband of the late Anna (nee Derzowitz) Bomze. Brother of the late Roslyn Levy and the late Estelle Jacobson. Brotherin law of Alan Jacobson. He had numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Events

07/16/2008

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 JEWISH BUSINESS NETWORK Morning meeting from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Katz JCC in Lahn Hall. No charge to members. Guests are welcome to attend on a one-time trial. Call 877-526-4286 for details.

Events

07/16/2008

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 MOSAIC OUTDOOR CLUB OF PHILA. Dinner and planning meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Chinatown Buffet in Northeast Phila. Call Jon at 787-0325 for details. FRIDAY, JULY 18 CONG. BETH EL Singles Shabbat service at 8 p.m. Call Norma Kamis at 662-7916 for details.

Iran thumbs its nose at the whole civilized world

07/16/2008

Iran's recent missile tests clearly indicate that the Persian Gulf nation is determined to acquire the weaponry needed to threaten the Middle East and beyond. At least one of the missiles fired has the capacity to reach any city in Israel. Iran's Shahab missile is also large enough to carry a one-ton conventional or nuclear warhead.

DRY BONES…

07/16/2008

Incident turns spotlight on suicides in Israel

NECHEMIA MEYERS — 07/16/2008

REHOVOT, ISRAEL- The apparent suicide of a border policeman guarding the farewell ceremony for French Prime Minister Nicholas Sarkozy at Ben-Gurion Airport has suddenly focused a spotlight on the issue of suicides in Israel. Contrary to what one might assume, there is not a particularly high rate of suicides in a country where tension is the norm.

FIRST PERSON… 'Rootless Cosmopolitan'

RUTH GRUBER JTA — 07/16/2008

An international conference on country music may seem an unlikely place to find someone like me. For nearly two decades, I've been known for my writing on Jewish issues.

Looking backward: Following the stepping stones to my family's Israeli life

CHARLIE KALECH — 07/16/2008

There are moments when it becomes incredibly clear to me that I am reaping the benefits of decisions I have made. These are times when my previous actions and experiences culminate in a convergence which in an instant affirms my past.

The tyranny of female beauty stages a 21st century comeback

SALLY FRIEDMAN — 07/16/2008

It was reflexive. "You need a little blush," I said to my daughter as I greeted her recently. Those five words were out before I could grab them back. My daughter winced. She shot back several comments about why blush was the last thing on her mind. As a single, working mom, she has other, far more pressing concerns.

Hot topics at Iceland conference

STEVEN LUBETKIN — 07/16/2008

Last month, I attended the International Association of Online Communicators (IAOC) conference in Reykjavik, Iceland, to produce podcast recordings of the conference sponsored by the Philadelphia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.

It's time to limit our exposure to violence

RABBI JEFFREY ARNOWITZ Congregation Beth El — 07/16/2008

Parshat Pinchas Num. 25:10-30;1 Pr. 1 Kings 18:46-19:21 One important, yet often overlooked, aspect of our lives today is exposure to violence. When we stop and think of all the ways we are exposed to violence, the truth is stunning. Even our children are aware of violence in the world at a younger age than ever before.

Candlelighting

07/16/2008