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Regardless of whether they're intellectually challenged or gifted, kids who are different "suffer when their needs aren't met," according to Jeffrey Kessler. And he should know. One of two New Jersey students recognized by Johns Hopkins University with its Spatial Ability Award, the 13- year-old has spent much of his young life seeking schools that meet his needs. More ... In preparation for their b'nai mitzvah, five Cong. Beth El seventh graders do a mitzvah by cooking dinner at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden. A chicken dinner complete with pasta, salad, broccoli and brownies for dessert was prepared by (from left), Benny Breslau, Andrew Shapiro, Zoe Schlessel, Maia Silver, and Seth Gross (foreground). The students also toured the House and spoke with several of the families staying there. More ... 'Who's news?' will appear on this page of every issue of the Voice. Does anyone you know belong here? If so, email the person's name, a brief description, and contact information to jvoice@jfedsnj.org, and mark "Profile" in the subject field. Or telephone Jodie at 751-9500, ext. 217. More ... The new JFCS Samson Family Assistance Program will kick off its schedule of workshops with a free seminar, "Mortgage 9-1-1," on Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 7-9 p.m. at the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus. More ... The Katz JCC will host a free Experience Expo at its Springdale and Kresson Rd. building on Sunday, Jan. 11 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. More ... The audience had come to the Cherry Hill Public Library to find out about "pleasure." Rabbi Yerachmiel Milstein did not disappoint. Speaking at a post-Shabbat Melava Malka, the noted scholar spoke about "The Jewish Pleasure Principle" with a mix of passion and humor. More ... The population growth of West Bank Jews was three times higher than in all of Israel, according to a new report. The Jewish population in the West Bank grew by 107 percent during the past 12 years, according to a statistical annual report conducted by the Ariel University Center of Samaria. More ... The "West Side Café" at Cong. Sons of Israel will show a film on "The Golden Age of Cantors" on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m. The evening will be hosted by Cantor Isaac Horowitz and will feature the world renowned cantors of the past, including Yosselle Rosenblatt, Moishe Oysher, Labele Waldman, and Shmuel Malavsky. More ... Over 200 people joined in the festivities of Young Adult Division's (YAD) recent fifth Annual Vodka Latke & Tzedakah event. Held on the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus, the evening featured lavish hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and dancing. More ... Arden Theatre Company presents the world premiere of "My Name is Asher Lev" from Jan. 8 through Mar. 15, 2009. Based on the book by Chaim Potok and adapted and directed by Aaron Posner, this is the first play commissioned by the Arden to receive its world premiere at the theater. The Arden is located at 40 N. 2nd St., Old City Philadelphia. More ... Jewish Life TV will broadcast the 18th World Maccabiah Games in the United States direct from Israel in July. This marks the first time in history that the Maccabiah Games will be broadcast live outside of Israel. The 18th World Maccabiah will feature 8,000 athletes from around the world. More ... More than 300 people enjoyed a recent evening of authentic Nashville cuisine, line dancing with Betsy Fischer and a concert of blues, rock and Jewish soul by TBS's own Cantor Jen Cohen and her band. Celebrants at TBS included (from left), Jeff and Sandy Brown, Night in Nashville chairs, "The King" himself, Cantor Jen Cohen and Rabbi Steven Lindemann. More ... The recent Émigré Tribute Brunch hosted by Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service at the Weinberg Jewish Community Campus was filled with touching tributes, music, dancing, and a sense of shared pride and accomplishment. More ... Steve Billig took the recent Jewish Athletic Group (JAG) Racquetball Tournament by beating Jerry Janove in the final round of the playoffs. Six synagogues were represented in the annual event. Making the playoffs were (from left), Phil Edelstein, Adath Emanu-El; Howard Cetel, Temple Beth Sholom; Steve Billig, Temple Emanuel; and Jerry Janove, Cong. M'kor Shalom. More ... DR. YAAKOV BAGLEY, of Cherry Hill, recently volunteered his dental services for needy children in Israel. At the DVI Clinic in Jerusalem (Dental Volunteers for Israel) he cared for up to 10 children a day, treating problems most American dentists never see. The clinic treats children from every religious and ethnic background. More ... TRENTON—Gov. Jon S. Corzine signed into law legislation honoring Israel, including plans to make permanent the New Jersey-Israel Commission and to commemorate Israel's 60th anniversary. The New Jersey-Israel Commission was established in 1988 to honor Israel's 40th anniversary and promote trade, science and technology, tourism and cultural and economic exchanges. More ... Cong. Beth El and Temple Beth Sholom will present a program by AIPAC (The America- Israel Public Affairs Committee) on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. "The New Political Landscape and its Impact on U.S.-Israel Relations" will take place at TBS, 1901 Kresson Rd., Cherry Hill. More ... Temple Emanuel recently attempted to reclaim the record for the most dreidels spinning at one time. Going for the Guinness Book of World Records mark were (from left), Carly Wolinsky, Gabriella Payne, Molly Greenblatt, Samantha Spirt and Vanessa Bein. Although the record was not broken, it turns out that Emanuel never lost the record. According to Guinness, Emanuel still holds the record because attempts by the Universities of Maryland and Michigan were not verified. More ... |
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