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Purim around the World By Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments and Community Development

Since Haman met his fate on a tree in ancient Persia, Jews have celebrated Purim with an in-

fectious enthusiasm. In different parts of the world, Jews historically have created their own customs to commemorate the deliverance of the Jewish people from their destruction. Throughout our history, many communities even celebrated their own “Purims” to commemorate salvations from evil decrees, or attempted persecutions or massacres. If you google “Purim Around the World,” you will find several websites (www.jafi.org and www.virtualjerusalem.com) that recount Purim tra-ditions from communities where Jews have flour-ished in different time periods, Persia, Yemen, Egypt, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Italy, France, Salonika, Rhodes, Libya, Tunisia, Bukhara, Afghanistan, Germany and more. Many of these countries no longer have Jewish communities, but wherever Jewish communities do exist, you are assisting them through your contributions to the Jewish Federation Annual Community Campaign. A portion of your annual campaign dollars pro-vide food, counseling, Jewish education programs and holiday celebrations, vocational services, se-nior programs and much more in Israel and in 60 countries around the world. Jewish Federations touch more Jews than any other organization in the world.

Purim in Israel Purim is one of the most widely celebrated fes-tivals in Israel. Shlomit Jackson, Alpert JCC Jewish Educator, who is an Israeli-American shares these thoughts, “Purim in Israel is embraced by the whole country, from religious Jews in Jerusalem to secular Jews in Tel Aviv. It is a time of festivity and celebrated far beyond its original religious roots. Purim parties take place across Israel, with Purim street parties and carnival atmospheres tak-ing place in almost every city, town and village in the country. Purim is also a holiday that empha-sizes the community and gift giving, not only to your friends and family but to the needy as well. With so much going on, and so much color in the amazing costumes that can be seen, Purim in

Israel is a fascinating time to be in the country.” (Our community has a trip planned to Israel and Spain, that everyone is invited to join this fall. Please see the article on page 12.)

Celebrating Purim in our Community As you can see by the sidebar on this page, there are an abundance of Purim activities hosted by various local synagogues and organizations for all to attend. The culmination of the festivities will be the Community Purim Carnival and Big Mitzvah Day on Sunday, March 8 from 11:30 am - 3 pm, where admission is free. This is Day 36 of our 100 Days of IMPACT! Kosher food will be available for purchase, amazing rides and games, mitzvah projects for both children and adults, a blood drive, vendors, information about ongoing volunteer opportunities in the community, synagogue and agency information tables, and much more. Volunteers are needed for both the Purim Carnival and Big Mitzvah Day projects; please contact Diane Johnson at [email protected] or 562-426-7601 x1013 to help out. So as we rejoice this Purim, let’s not forget our brothers and sisters around the world. If you would like to make your annual campaign contribution please go to www.jewishlongbeach.org or call Danny at 562-426-7601 x1007.

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Kids having fun at last year’s Purim Carnival

SUNDAY, MARCH 111:00 AM: Temple Beth David Purim Carnival

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 412:00 PM: Alpert Jewish Community CenterSenior Adult Purim Lunch; sponsored by NCJWRSVP to Susan Mathieu @ 562-426-7601 x1721

5:30 PM: Shul By The Shore @Seaport Marina HotelA FREE Interactive Purim Experience

7:00 PM: Temple Beth DavidA Night at the Red Carpet Purim Spiel: A star-studded top-hat & gowns event w/fashion police giving awards

7:00 PM: Temple Beth ShalomPurim Megillah Reading and Wine TastingContact Person: Leslie Day, [email protected]

8:00 PM: Chabad of Los Alamitos 8th Day Concert at the Alpert JCC

THURSDAY, MARCH 58:00 AM: Shul By The Shore @Seaport Marina HotelService & Megillah Reading

9:30 AM: Congregation Shir ChadashService and Megillah Reading

10:00 AM: Alpert Jewish Community CenterECE Purim Parade & Spiel - “Oy Story” (Also on 3/6)

FRIDAY, MARCH 66:00 PM: P’nai Or at 3955 N. Studebaker Rd, LBShushan Purim Celebration & Shabbat ServiceRSVP to [email protected] or 562-364-5154

6:30 PM: Temple Beth OhrShabbat Dinner; “A Shushan Home Companion” Purim Spiel & Megillah Reading at 7:30 PM

SATURDAY, MARCH 76:30 PM: Temple Israel Pop Star Purim Spiel & Masquerade Dinner Party$20 Backstage Buffet; RSVP to 562-434-0996

7:00 PM: Temple Beth ShalomA Purim Masquerade for Teens, 13-19 years oldPresale tickets: $10; At Door: $15Contact: Logan, 562-743-0919, [email protected]

7:15 PM: Congregation Shir ChadashWonder-ful Purim Spiel, based on music by Stevie Wonder

SUNDAY, MARCH 811:00 AM: Temple Beth Ohr“Once Upon A Time” Purim Spiel

11:30 AM: Alpert JCC & Jewish FederationCOMMUNITY PURIM CARNIVAL & BIG MITZVAH DAY

12:00 PM: Temple Beth OhrBOLTY Purim Carnival & Lunch

*For more information, please contact the synagogue using the Synagogue Directory on page 8.

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Purim Activities

Do a mitzvah at the Purim CarnivalProjects open from 11:30 am - 3:00 pmConnect with local organizations who need volunteers through the Mitzvah Fair

ITEMS NEEDED FOR MITZVAH PROJECTS:

SUNDAY, MARCH 8

HELP SAVE A LIFE - DONATE BLOOD!Cedars-Sinai blood mobile will be taking blood donations from 10 am - 3 pm. Please reserve a slot at www.donatebloodcedars.org, group code: LJCC. Walk-ins are welcome!

Gently used women’s sport or work clothesLarge jars of peanut butter & jellyNew or gently used children’s booksNon-perishable canned goodsSpare changeZiploc bags - sandwich size

Bring items to the AJCC on the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, 3801 E. Willow Street, Long Beach

FOR QUESTIONS OR TO VOLUNTEER:Call Diane Johnson at (562) 426-7601 x1013

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Contents

13Information Meeting about Spain/Israel Trip Set For March 24

1a-4aAround the JMarch Events at the Alpert Jewish Community Center

6Bringing Love to Women at VISIONS 2015

ShabbatCandlelighting

March 6 5:35 pm

March 13 6:41 pm

March 20 6:46 pm

March 27 6:51 pm

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Cover ImageEthan Shahon at last year’s Purim Carnival

costume contest

5Fund for our Future at over 70% of Goal!

Craig Kain, Ph.D.Licensed Psychologist (Psy 14664)

Donald J. KaiserInvestment ManagementA Registered Investment Advisor


WhereWeAreas of 2/20/15

goal of $1,540,000to date $910,451

Capital Refurbishment

Fundgoal of $3,000,000

to date $962,619

Program Innovation Fundgoal of $3,000,000to date $1,099,399

Current & Future Endowment

FundsNEW GOAL $15,000,000

to date $9,400,000

2015 Annual Community Campaign

Fund forour Future

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We Connect Those Who Can HELP To Those Who NEED It Most

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Annual Community Campaign

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Your gift enables us to accomplish all this and more. You’re an integral part of all we do.

Give to the Federation’s Annual Community Campaign for today.

Give to the Fund for our Future for tomorrow.

When a child needs an education, a family loses their income or an entire community is devastated by a disaster, Federation provides a safety net. It’s a pledge we live by. We are there to help a distressed family regain their footing. To rescue and rebuild after a catastrophe. We make sure a Holocaust survivor isn’t deserted, and that no one who is disabled is without assistance. Through the Alpert Jewish Community Center’s Early Childhood Education program, The Hebrew Academy Jewish Day School, Hillel on campus, local Synagogue education and Israel travel scholarships we’re seeking innovative approaches to supporting, nurturing students to discover or reconnect to their Jewish identity where ever there’s a longing.


critical & vitalways to give

Annual Community Campaign

The Fund for our FutureT H E P OW E R O F T WO

Fund for our Future at over 70% of Goal!

As part of these three funds, we recently choose four priority projects to support. We are happy to report that through the generosity of a large number of the community members listed above at our bi-annual Legacy of Leadership Event we raised additional funds for these specific projects:

The Fund for our Future campaign is now at over 70% of the goal! The best part is we have an ever increasing scope of people supporting this effort. It is really quite simple to participate at any dollar amount, we love the small individual gifts just as much as the large family gifts. These gifts can be through cash, endowments or bequests. We can only reach our goal through widening the participation. A community effort to support the community’s future is necessary. Below is our current supporters of the three funds: Capital Refurbishment Fund Goal $3,000,000 | Current $962,619

Current & Future Endowments | Legacy Promises Goal $10,000,000 | Current $9,400,000

Program Innovation Fund Goal $3,000,000 | Current $1,099,399

You can join in by supporting any or all of the four priority projects by giving what you can to the three different funds. Each of our partner agencies have many priorities and current programs and services they need to fund for preserving for the future. You can help! Please contact us at (562) 426-7601. We are happy to work with you!

Alpert Jewish Community Center Falk Family Playground Refurbishment

Hebrew AcademyLibrary Upgrade Project

Jewish Family & Children’s Service

Lobby & Counseling Offices Refurbishment

Long Beach HillelNew Outdoor Kitchen & Patio

Fund for our FutureProgram Innovation Fund

Barbara & Benjamin AlhadeffBarbara & Ray* AlpertAdele & Ronald BannerBinnie & Jack BerroJackie & Thomas BesleyRenee Simon & Jack BlecherMarcie & John BlumbergJeffrey BlutingerLinda & Richard BurneyMegan CarlsonSharon & William ColemanGail & Curtis DesiletsMark Dressner & Matt DavisNancy & Howard EpsteinLindsey & Gary FieldsJoyce & Hank FeldmanJoanne & David FeldmanDeb & Rob FeldmanDebbie FreemanBarbara & Ned Gaylord

Christina GoldmanDiana GonzalezMichelle & Steve GordonClaire GuillenAnne GundryDavid HillingerMichelle & Kevin HoehnNicole & Daniel HonigmanSandra & Gerald HorwitzBrenda Jacobs & Dominic

MeoLaurel & Alan JarrickDrs. Craig Kain & Kevin

O’GradyAndrea & Don KaiserRonni & Robert KaplanLynn & Jonathan KassLinda Keiles & Leslie CilettiVania KimbrellRona & Dr. Joel Kizner

Nancy & Robert KlineRobert KronickEve KuncewickiPaula & Harvey LabkoLinda & Eugene LassersJerome LeffPatrice & David LemmermanGail & Tom LevyDanny LevyWalter LevyNancy & Jim LindenAmy & Rich LipelesKaren Codman & Todd LitwinBonnie LowenthalSusan & Bill MacLarenKathryn MilesSusan & Richard MillerShari & Larry NemirowWendy Nichols-JulienCathleen & Charles

NiedermanKelley Perler & Joel PerlerDonna & Jeffrey PunimPhillips SteelKaren & Jack RabinDeb Lewis & Michael RosenHelen & Bob RosenbergShirley & Gene RossJill & Lewis RosenbergLynne & Neil RosensteinDavid SacksSidney SchulmanGerda & Dr. Harold SeiferElizabeth & Dr. Mark SharzerMelissa Marcus & Eric

ShatzkinBarbara & Leon ShoagCynthia ScheinIvy & Albert ShohetDoreen & Irwin Shuldiner

Rochelle & Lance SiegerSoref-Breslauer Texas

FoundationBarbara & Steven SperlingNorma & Jan SteinSusan & Mort StuhlbargSusan & Murray TaubmanSharon & Robert TurnerErica VegaJeff VoorheesElizabeth WadleighWendy Wiese Manasse &

David WieseRita & Barry ZamostLinda Haley & Marvin

Zamost* of blessed memory

Linda AlexanderBarbara & Ray* AlpertHelene Ansel & Andy KincaidBinnie & Jack BerroRita & Ronald BotwinLiz & Jim BreslauerLinda & Richard BurneyElaine & Howard DavisNancy & Howard EpsteinJoyce & Hank Feldman

Lindsay & Gary FieldsLauren & Stuart FriedmanBarbara & Ned GaylordDeborah & Rabbi Mark

GoldfarbNicole & Michael GraySarah & Yanki GreenspanRoberta HermanGary JacksonLaurel & Alan Jarrick

Lynne & Jonathan KassLeslie & Aaron KernRona & Dr. Joel KiznerPaula & Harvey LabkoEllen Goldsmith & Rabbi

Howard LaibsonDanny LevyJames LichtAmy & Richard LipelesKathryn Miles

Rita MooreCathleen & Charles

NiedermanSandy & Daryl PhillipsKaren & Jack RabinDeb Lewis & Michael RosenShirley & Eugene RossMelissa Marcus & Eric

ShatzkinIvy & Albert Shohet

Linda & Sanford SimmonsMyrna & Leonard SimonArlene SolomonMary SramekSheryl & Jeff StewartRomola & Eugene TemkinJeff VoorheesSharon & Dennis White* of blessed memory

Barbara & Ray* AlpertCheryl AviromMel BergerJeff BlutingerJessie ButlerMiriam & Irving CarrJoyce & Hank Feldman

Linda Frankel & Alan SherryArlene & Rick FreemanKaren & L. Wayne FreemanLea & Dennis GerberLinda & Stephen GordonDov GartenbergBryna Kane & Jerry Kaufman

Vicki & Seth KoganRuth & Gary LeibowitzJudith & Gordon LentznerAnn & Gene LentznerCarin & Eric MaherCarol MastersKaren & Jack Rabin

Helen & Robert RosenbergCynthia ScheinGerda & Harold SeiferSherri & Bernie SelmansonMyrna & Leonard SimonLinda & Sanford SimmonsNorma & Jan Stein

Susan & Mort StuhlbargJulie & Rocky SuaresRichard WolpowRita & Barry ZamostKaren Zoller & David Tillman* of blessed memory


gle with friends and listen to a motivating program. On Thursday, April 30, 2015, Dr. Terri Orbuch, PhD, also known as the “Love Doctor”, will speak to women about the difference between lust and love and maintaining healthy relationships. Dr. Orbuch

of her work with Eugene on the establishment of an endowment at California State University, Long Beach to support the Holocaust Teachers Training Program which was started by Gerda Seifer. This intensive program is designed to give public school teachers the appropri-ate tools to teach tolerance. Eva and Eugene’s names will live on in perpetuity as bene-factors of this program which was so important to Eva. I believe that Eva ac-complished in her life what she had set out tenaciously to do - to make meaning out of the tragedy of the Shoah, to believe that the horror she and Eugene lived through had a purpose, that they were spared to bring hope to future generations. And, she did. She was an inspira-tion to all of the staff at the Federation, AJCC, and JFCS, through her participation in

Each year, the Arlene Solomon VISIONS Dinner honors women leaders who have made a difference in their Jewish organization. Hosted by Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy, wom-en from across the community enjoy an evening meal, min-

Beth Shalom, The Hebrew Academy, ADL, JNF, Israel Bonds, NCJW, Hadassah, the Jewish Federation & Jewish Community Foundation and our partner agencies the Alpert Jewish Community Center (AJCC), Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), Hillel, and the Hebrew Academy. They gave ongo-ing, huge support to all of these organizations, and Eva loved them all. When Eugene passed away, it left a huge hole in Eva’s life and in their shared philanthropy, but she was de-termined to carry on this leg-acy on her own. To her last moments she supported them proudly, and she even attend-ed the community Legacy of Leadership Event in January. Understandably, the largest causes that the Schlesingers supported revolved around the perpetuation of Jewish life and education around the Holocaust and Israel.Eva was very proud of their con-nections to the US Holocaust Museum, The Chapman Uni-versity Rogers Center for Holocaust Education, and the USC Shoah Foundation Institute. Locally, Eva and Eugene established memorials to the Holocaust at the Hebrew Academy and the AJCC in remembrance of their many family members who per-ished. Eva was most proud

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the pass-ing of our beloved communi-ty member Eva Schlesinger. Eva passed away on Wednesday, February 11. I can only begin to tell you how much our community will miss her. We all knew Eva as a loving, quiet woman who brought elegance to every-thing she touched. Rising from the tragedy of the Holocaust, she carried a fierce determi-nation and indomitable spirit. She exhibited tremendous self-discipline, and was reso-lute about her Jewish faith. In Eugene, she found her equal and her soulmate, and she was so proud of all they accomplished together as major philanthropists in our community. While Eugene was often seen as the “spokesperson” of the family, make no mistake, Eva was an equal force behind their generosity and passion to re-pair the world. The first time I met her nearly ten years ago, she made it clear to me that the decision to support our community was truly shared between the two of them. The causes they sup-ported were extensive: their dear congregation, Temple

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has been featured on TED Talks, The Today Show, The Katie Couric Show, ESPN and CNN. Her books include: 5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage from Good to Great and Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to

senior programs, especially after Eugene’s passing. She was determined to carry on, to exercise, to keep herself strong. We loved seeing her come in with her warm smile and cheerful greetings. But the largest legacy Eva left was her grandchil-dren. She was so proud of each of them. The highlight of each of my visits to Eugene and Eva’s home was seeing all of the grandchildren’s lat-est pictures, and hearing her proud updates on each of them. She always glowed! Eva accomplished through her family and her communi-ty what was most important to her - the continuation of Jewish life and culture. We will miss her, but the communi-ty will always remember her. Eva is survived by her daughters, Veronica Schweitzer and Judy Raykoff, and their families.

Bringing Love to Women at VISIONS 2015

Federation and Community Mourn the Loss of Eva SchlesingerCONTINUED on page 15

The 2015 Arlene Solomon VISIONS Dinner will feature Dr. Terri Orbuch, PhD

Eva & Eugene receiving the Lifetime of Service Award at the 2011 Legacy of Leadership Event

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or generation of community leaders both locally in Long Beach, and nationally. He feels they have a blueprint of priorities and action we can all emulate, to some degree, regardless of how modest or great our financial wealth. Alan started his small business after a job transfer led him to the west coast. After 24 years of hard work, he has been blessed with success and wants to share that good fortune with others. Alan states, “I look forward to retiring and working with charities where I can make a difference. I want to be a philanthropist and give funds away the best I can, while I am alive and after I am gone.” Alan and Linda are also involved with Operation Jumpstart (OJS), which helps disadvantaged youth. In ad-dition to a financial commit-ment to OJS, they have both mentored students there, fa-cilitating the pursuit of educa-tion and meaningful careers. A passionate musician, Alan is excited to be involved with the Jazz Angels as well.

Commitment to Israel Their commitment to the Jewish community also ex-tends to Israel. Linda first went to Israel after high school and

worked on a kibbutz, while Alan’s first time was with our Federation’s community mis-sion in 2011. Linda remarks, “Travelling to Israel with the Federation allowed us to see the depth and breadth of the services provided to those in need. It brought it to life. I learned that through our Federation system, we support Birthright Israel and many social and educational programs for immigrants.” “Going on the Israel trip made me more committed to Israel’s continuity and to helping youth visit there,” Alan adds. “While we can-not give a large amount away each year, we can leave a portion of our estate to charity through the Jewish Community Foundation. The number is not important. What is important to us, is that we do our part. After making sure that your family is taken care of, I want to encourage everyone in our community to think about leaving some-thing to the causes they care deeply about.” For more information on bequests and leaving your own personal Jewish lega-cy, please contact Sharon Kenigsberg at 562-426-7601 x1008.

Small Actions Make A Big DifferenceBy Sharon Kenigsberg, Director of Endowments and Community Development

Once a man was walk-ing along a beach. The sun was shining and it was a beautiful day. Off in the dis-tance he could see a person going back and forth be-tween the surf’s edge and the beach. Back and forth this person went. As the man ap-proached, he could see that there were hundreds of star-fish stranded on the sand as the result of the natural action of the tide. The man was struck by the apparent futility of the task. There were far too many star-fish, many of them were sure to perish. As he approached, the person continued the task of picking up starfish one by one and throwing them into the surf. As he came up to the person he said, “You must be crazy. There are thousands of miles of beach covered with starfish. You can’t possi-bly make a difference.” The person looked at the man. He then stooped down and picked up one more starfish and threw it back into the ocean. He turned back to the man and said, “It sure made a difference to that one!”

Alan Sherry & Linda Frankel on a Federation’s community mission to Israel in 2011

Linda & Alan’s Philosophy on Philanthropy For Linda Frankel and Alan Sherry, the starfish sto-ry sums up their philosophy about the commitment they‘ve made to do what they can to take care of others. They both feel strongly that they have an ethical and moral obligation to help those less fortunate. This belief led them to the Jewish Community Foundation and the process of determining what their legacy would be. Linda and Alan have chosen to leave a bequest through the Jewish Community Foundation to both Jewish and non-Jewish causes. For years, they were hesitant because they didn’t think they were ‘in the same league’ with people who had more resources; they feared they couldn’t give enough to make a worthwhile differ-ence. But after a while that felt like an excuse. Linda ex-plains “because all together, the collective, communal ef-forts are significant. Our gifts, combined, affect individuals who wouldn’t get access to life changing programs, assis-tance and opportunities. We

believe that in life, whether it’s a financial gift or a small donation of time, food or donated goods, there is a huge difference between something and nothing. It’s the difference between night and day.”

Their Jewish Journey Linda and Alan met in the early 90’s (before J-date), when answering an ad in the Jewish Journal meant leaving a voice mail. Judaism was equally im-portant in both of their lives. Alan was raised in a con-servative synagogue on the East Coast and Linda grew up in the reform Wilshire Boulevard Temple right here in Los Angeles. Her grandparents were philanthropic and she wit-nessed from an early age that tzedakah was a priority in her family. Her dad, who worked in the toy industry, was always donating toys, and was active in the Los Angeles Federation. Linda’s mom’s family, originally from Lithuania and Vienna, fled the Holocaust and went to live with relatives in Selma, Alabama before moving to Los Angeles. Linda grew up at the Wilshire Boulevard Temple Camps and was inspired by Rabbi Wolf, who founded them. Both she and Alan believe in the power of Jewish camping to instill values and a love for access to a Jewish so-cial life. It made a powerful impact and it is one of the causes they plan to include in their legacy. Alan was influenced by Linda’s family’s commitment to tzedakah, but he also has been inspired by the pri-

Become a Legacy Society MemberMake a promise today to make a difference tomorrow!

Sign a Letter of Intent to leave a bequest throughthe Jewish Community Foundation.

Once you sign a Letter of Intent, you are invited to be our guest at the

Legacy Society BrunchSunday, May 3, 2015 @ 11:00 am

Call 562-426-7601 today to speak with a Foundation staff member and secure your spot at the brunch.


R A B B I N I C R E F L E C T I O N SChabadofLosAlamitos(O)12340 Seal Beach Blvd. Suite B-219Seal Beach, CA 90740Contact: Rabbi Shmuel MarcusPhone: 714-828-1851Email: [email protected]: www.chabadlosal.com

ChabadofWestOrangeCounty/CongregationAdatIsrael(O)5052 Warner Ave.Huntington Beach, CA 92649Contact: Rabbi Aron David BerkowitzPhone: 714-846-2285Email: [email protected]: www.chabadhb.com

CongregationLubavitch(O)3981 Atlantic Ave.Long Beach, CA 90807Contact: Rabbi NewmanPhone: 562-426-5480Email: [email protected]

CongregationShirChadash(I)6440 Del Amo Blvd.Lakewood, CA 90713Contact Rabbi Howard LaibsonPhone: 562-429-0715Email:[email protected]: www.CongregationShirChadash.org

CongregationSholomLeisureWorld,SealBeach(C)P. O. Box 2901Seal Beach, CA 90740Contact: Rabbi Galit Levy-Slater562-493-2680Email: [email protected]: www.galityomtov.com

P’naiOr(I)Long Beach, CAContact: Cantor Steven PuzarneEmail: [email protected]: www.PnaiOr.orgPhone 562-364-5154

ShulByTheShore(O)Seaport Marina Hotel 6400 Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, California 90803Contact: Rabbi Abba PerelmuterPhone: 562-621-9828Email: [email protected]: www.shulbytheshore.org

SurfCitySynagogue(C)Services held at the HB Central Library7111 Talbert Ave.Huntington BeachPhone: 714-596-2220E-Mail: [email protected]

TempleBethDavid(R)6100 Hefley St.Westminster, CA 92683Contact: Rabbi Nancy MyersPhone: 714-892-6623Email: [email protected]: www.templebethdavid.org

TempleBethOhr(R)15721 E. Rosecrans Ave.La Mirada, CA 90638Contact: Rabbi Mark GoldfarbPhone: 714-521-6765Email:[email protected] Website: www.templebethohr.com

TempleBethShalom(C)3635 Elm AvenueLong Beach, CA 90807Contact: Rabbi David CantorPhone: 562-426-6413Fax: 562-426-7824Email: [email protected]: www.tbslb.org

TempleIsrael(R)269 Loma Ave.Long Beach, CA 90803Contact: Rabbi Steven MoskowitzPhone: 562-434-0996Email: [email protected]: www.tilb.org

TempleNerTamidofDowney(R)10629 Lakewood BoulevardDowney, CA 90241Contact: Rabbi Daniel MehlmanPhone: 562-861-9276Email: [email protected]: www.downeytemplenertamid.org

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Synagogue DirectoryPurim: The Joy of Finding One’s Place in the World

By Rabbi Steven A. Moskowitz

“When everyone finds his or her place in the world, there will be great sing-ing and rejoicing.” (Rabbi Nachman of Breslov) Purim is a holiday which answers the very first ques-tion God asks humanity in the Bible. After having eaten from the tree of knowledge, Adam and Eve hide in the bushes from God. God calls out to them, “Where are you?” Jewish tradition teaches that God’s question was not about Adam and Eve’s physi-cal location; God was asking them if they understood their moral and spiritual purpose in the world. Their respective answers, demonstrating a to-tal avoidance of responsibili-ty for their conduct, disclosed how ill-prepared, how naked they were, for the roles they had been assigned: of being God’s co-creators and stew-ards of the world. Their lack of understanding set them on a journey, one which each

one of us replicates in our own lives. In the cycle of the Jewish calendar year, Purim is the concluding holiday. Over the course of a year, we have read the Torah in its entirety, observed moments of loss and mourning, celebrated new beginnings, and roused ourselves to embark on three pilgrimage festivals. We ar-rive at the final calendrical stop, Purim, before crossing over into the dimension of a new cycle. Our year’s banquet of wisdom has pre-pared us to be able to an-swer responsibly God’s pri-mary question: “Where are you?” Curiously, the geograph-ical setting for the story of Purim is exile. Esther and Mordecai and their fellow Jews are living not in the promised land of Israel, but in the Persian capital Shushan, located in what is now Iran. Yet, this setting only

highlights the true nature of God’s question to us. It is not “where are you living?” but “how are you living?” When Mordecai pres-ents Esther with information about Haman’s plans and urges her to intercede with the king, Esther’s initial re-sponse is to draw back in fear. Mordecai advises her: If you keep silent, even if some-one else prevents the slaugh-ter Haman has planned, you and your entire lineage will perish. Mordecai then challenges Esther: “And who knows, perhaps you have reached this position of sov-ereignty for just such a crisis.” At that, Esther publicly pro-claims her true identity and averts a catastrophe for her community. Today’s world is not in short order of impending di-sasters, both for Jews in par-ticular and for humanity in general. Sometimes it seems like the world is upside down;

the unethical get rewarded, yet those who are eager to live with every-one in peace are instead shunned by their neighbors. Purim is a reminder of our ca-pacity to overturn the world, to set things morally right side up. Awakening to and em-bracing our responsibilities for all creation, for all who live on this planet, is a pro-found answer to God’s question to each and every one of us. When we answer “Hineni! Here I am!” we find our sacred place in the world. And when we do so, there is “great singing and rejoicing” throughout cre-ation.

Rabbi Steven Moskowitz is Rabbi at Temple Israel in Long Beach

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P’nai Or Friday, 3/6, 6pm: Shushan Purim Celebration and Shabbat Service. Come be part of the fun in the Fireside Room & Youth Lounge at 3955 N. Studebaker Rd, Long Beach. An Early Bird Soup and Salad Dinner will be served ($12/ person, RSVP re-quired), followed by a short Shabbat service, a raucous Megillah reading, and ha-mantaschen. Bring your own “groggeroni” (a box of mac and cheese works great)! To RSVP for the dinner, please email [email protected] or contact the temple for more info.

Shul By The Shore Wednesday, 3/4, 5:30pm: A FREE Interactive Purim Experience for the Entire

Family @ Seaport Marina Hotel. $5 boxed dinners; a magician & balloon artist, Megillah reading, costume contest for kids, face painting, Purim crafts & refreshments. (A separate Megillah read-ing for adults with L’Chaims)

Temple Beth DavidSunday, 3/8, 10-11:30am: Rabbi Myers will continue her Interfaith Connection series (which began on February 8) with this session titled “Marriage and Children.” All are invited to attend this very unique presentation.

Temple Beth Shalom Friday, 3/13, 7:45pm: Special “Beginnner’s” Service, sponsored by the Sisterhood. On this day, tens of thousands of Jews will be gathering at synagogues to celebrate

Area Synagogue Upcoming EventsPlease contact the synagogue directly with any questions using the directory and see our Community Calendar at www.jewishlongbeach.org for more community event listings.

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Temple Israel Saturday, 3/7, 6:30pm: Pop Star Purim Shpiel & Masquerade Dinner Party. Backstage Buffet: $20/per-son; Purim Shpiel, Michael

Jackson’s Thriller Megiller at 8 PM. Come dressed as your favorite pop star & join the fun! Everyone welcome, RSVP to the temple office. Sunday, 3/22, 10:30am: Temple Israel Sisterhood Membership Brunch. Dr. Susan Mathieu will speak - Dream Big & Dare to Smile. RSVP to Charmaine 562-434-0996 by 3/13. Free to Temple Israel Sisterhood paid up members; $10 all others.

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Letter from the Executive DirectorSpring is once again upon us (we who are fortunateto live in Southern California), and we are cominginto another exciting time in the Jewish year!At sundown on the evening of March 4, we celebrate

Purim, and on the evening of April 3, Pesach begins!Here at the Alpert JCC, we have many opportunities to

participate in this revitalizing time of year.

In the Book of Esther, we read that Purim is a time for “feasting andmerrymaking,” as well as for “sending gifts to one another and presents tothe poor” (Esther 9:22). On March 4, Chabad of Los Alamitos and the AlpertJCC are bringing the Jewish Rock Band 8th day to perform at the J. Thisfestive “adult” event will take place at 7pm and will include 8th Day’s ownspecial version of the Megillah reading, Hamantaschen, and a kids’ craftroom. Tickets are available through 8th Day’s or GesherCity’s Facebookpage.

On March 8 from 11:30-3, the AJCC will again be hosting the ever-popular,endlessly fun for kids of all ages, Community Purim Carnival and BigMitzvah Day! As part of the carnival-like atmosphere of Purim, I encourageyou all to dress up and participate in our costume contest! This tradition ofwearing costumes is said to come from when Esther “masked” her Jewishidentity. There will be carnival rides and games, a Ferris wheel, racers, ponyrides (with real ponies!), a petting zoo, mitzvah projects, and Kosher foodand Hamantaschen for sale.

As I also mentioned last month, on March 21 from 7-11pm, our CasinoRoyale is sure to be a fantastic night of dancing, blackjack, raffles, androulette. This fabulous evening is a great opportunity to pull out the cocktailattire and spend a night “on the town,” all while supporting our EarlyChildhood Education and Youth Department. And it’s going to be a blast!Tickets are available for purchase on our website.

In anticipation of Passover, on March 30 at 6:00pm, we will again have ourbeautiful Women’s Seder, led by Ellen Goldsmith and Amy Lipeles.The Community Passover Seder will be on April 4. More details for boththose events are available on the website.

May your Purim be full of fun, frolic, gift-giving and Hamantaschen. I lookforward to seeing all of you at all the exciting upcoming events taking placeat the AJCC, Your Center For Life!

L’ShalomJeffrey Rips

AJCC Executive Director

America and Israel:The Way ForwardDalia Rabin and Aaron DavidMiller with Ethan BronnerThursday, March 26, 7pm Join Dalia Rabin, the former Israeli DeputyMinister of Defense and currentchairperson of the Yitzhak Rabin Center,and Aaron David Miller for an enlighteningdiscussion on the future of Israel.

Discussion afterward led by Rabbi Howard Laibson, Congregation Shir ChadashTalks are no longer broadcast LIVE in order to present them at a more convenient time.

Sponsoring synagogues and organizations:Alpert Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach and West Orange County,

Congregation Shir Chadash, Hadassah Sharon-Carmel Group, NCJW, Shul by the Shore,

Temple Beth David, Temple Beth Ohr, Temple Beth Shalom, Temple Israel

Lectures are FREE to organization members listed above; $10/PublicFor more info, visit www.alpertjcc.org

AQUATICSIgnacio Berumen, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1020

Red Cross Learn To Swim Classes Tiny Tots: Ages 3 and up

Monday-Wednesday: 1:30-2pm or 3:30-4pmTuesday-Thursday: 1:30pm-2pm or 2:30-3pm

Beginner: AGES 4 and upMonday-Wednesday: 2-2:30pm or 3-3:30pmTuesday-Thursday: 2:30-3pm or 3:30-4pm

Adv. Beginner: Ages 4 and upMonday-Wednesday: 2:30-3pm Tuesday-Thursday: 3-3:30pm

Private Swim Lessons For Children & AdultsOne-on-one instruction for all ages with an American Red Cross Water Safety

Instructor. Spots fill quickly, so call today! Visit website for more info.

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JEWISH LIFE & CULTUREPurim Holiday TableWednesday, March 4, 9am & 1pmJoin us in the AJCC Promenade for delicious Purim treats.

Four Seasons of Vegan CookingThursday, March 12, 7pm

Healthy cooking ideas for Passover. Class led by Barbara Ravid. $20; $18/MVPRSVP to Shlomit Jackson, [email protected], (562) 426-7601, ext. 1067.

Kabbalah ClassWednesdays, 12pm

Rabbi Abba Perelmuter teaches this ongoing class where you'll add a newdimension to your life, renew your spirituality, and learn something new. FREE

Women’s CommunityPassover SederMonday, March 30, 7pmJoin us as we joyously explore thetraditions of the Passover Seder froma woman’s perspective. Includes acatered Kosher dinner. RSVP required.RSVP to Shlomit Jackson,[email protected],(562) 426-7601, ext. 1067.

Weekly Shabbat Candle LightingFridays, 3:30pm

Join Shlomit Jackson, AJCC Jewish Educator, and the AJCC community forShabbat candle lighting, Kiddush and HaMotzi. Grape juice & challah provided.

ADULTSAJCC Poker Club

Tuesday, April 21, 6:30-10:30pm(No Poker Night in March. Attend Casino Royale March 21)

Join our friendly Texas Hold’em Poker Club. Poker will be played, snacks andbeverages will be served, and cash prizes will be won.

$25; $20/MVP (Cash Only)Katie Clowdus, [email protected], (562) 426-7601, ext. 1024.

SENIORSDr. Susan Mathieu, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1721

Happiness & Humor GroupFriday, March 6, 11am

This ongoing monthly group, led by Dr. Susan Mathieu, will help you find thepositive side of life. You’ll learn how to deal with difficult people and situations,steps to increase happiness in your own life, and the secret to a happy life. Allsenior adults are invited, so bring your friends and be ready to laugh. Coffee andlight refreshments will be served. FREE

RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu.

Ongoing Alpert JCC Senior Activities Knit Wits: Mon, 1-3pm • Senior Lunch: Wed, 12-2pm

Bridge Lessons: Wed, 1:30pm • Mah Jongg: Thurs, 11:30-3pm

Sr. Adult Luncheonfeaturing “Take Two”Wed, March 18, 12pmJoin us for a fabulous show starring"TAKE TWO" with Helene Weinberg &Rei Williams. They are a perfect duet...RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu.

WELLNESS & FITNESSCindi Massengale, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1056

Challenge your body in new ways!TRX Suspension Training

The TRX Suspension Trainer provides an effective total body workout and canbenefit people of all fitness levels. Using the TRX equipment, our FitnessProfessionals will provide a challenging cross-training workout that deliversstrength, stability, flexibility, and muscular endurance to participants. The TRXSuspension Trainer leverages gravity and your body weight to perform hundredsof exercises.

Our TRX Suspension Training Studio is now available for use with an AJCCPersonal Trainer or on your own, as long as you complete 4 sessions.

Private and small groups are forming now!For more info. contact Cindi Massengale

Happiness, Joy, and ContentmentMeditation Series with Del LeonMarch 5, 12, 19, April 2Thursdays, 7-8:15pmLearn tools and techniques to:• Bring your inner peace and joy forward• Gain deeper control of your mind and mood• Reduce stress and worryPlease bring a notebook or journal.

Includes lecture, demonstration, and interactive weekly assignments withmuch focus on the heart center and self-observation. $75; $60/MVP

For more info. or to register contact Cindi Massengale

Benefits Of Hiring A Personal TrainerThe benefit of working with a personal trainer isthat it is one of the fastest, easiest, mostsuccessful ways to improve your health andfitness. In fact, the benefits of personal traininghave proven so effective that people of all fitness,age and economic levels--and from all over theworld--use them to help make lifestyle changesthey couldn’t achieve by themselves.

Consider the following things a personal trainer canhelp you with:

Improve Your Overall Fitness • Focus on Your Unique Health ConcernsReach or Maintain a Healthy Weight and Learn to Stick to It

Find the Right Way to Work Out • Stop Wasting Time and Learn New SkillsEnhance Your Mind, Body and Spirit • Benefit From the Buddy System

Take Charge of Your Program and Do It Your WayHere at the AJCC we have a variety of Personal Trainers to choose from,

Visit the PE Desk to find out more about our Personal Training program.Are you new to the Fitness Center?

Sign up for your FREE 1-hour orientation today!Haven’t tried Personal Training here before?

Sign up for our Special Offer - 3 half hour sessions for only $99**Only offered to AJCC members who have not used personal training services here before.

For more info. or to register contact Cindi Massengale

GESHERCITY YOUNG ADULTSSponsored by the Alpert JCC and Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach

Susanne Katz, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1625

GesherCity ShabbatFriday, March 6, 7:30pm

Experience Shabbat with great music, food and friends. If you’ve never been toa GesherCity event before, now is the perfect time! Our events are fun andcasual. So don’t be shy… give us a try.

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YOUTH & TEENSNatalie Chernik, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1205

Kids’ Night OutSaturday, March 28, 5-10pm

Grades K-8Kids’ Night Out gives parents a chance to enjoy a much-needed date night,while AJCC Youth Department staff supervise and entertain your children. You must register by Wednesday, March 25. Drop-ins will not be admitted.

First Child: $35; $30/MVPSecond Child: $30; $25/MVP • Third Child: $25; $20/MVP

For more info., visit our website or contact Natalie Chernik

(562) 426-7601, ext. 1205 or [email protected].

SPORTS & RECREATIONPE Courtesy Desk (562) 426-7601, ext. 1051

Early Childhood EducationLinda Keiles, [email protected] • (562) 426-7601, ext. 1092

Parent/Child Participation Classes Friends, fun, and learning, for families withchildren from birth through toddler, in awelcoming Jewish atmosphere.Three different classes; find the right one foryou and your baby or toddler!

FREE: From the BeginningWednesday Mornings, 9:30-10:30amNewborn - Walking, with an adultBegin your new life with us at the AJCC. This class fornew mothers and their infants will help you discoverthe joys and face the challenges that are part oftransitioning your family when a new baby arrives,whether it’s your first or your fourth. Class is facilitatedby a caring and experienced ECE staff member.

Yad b’Yad (Hand in Hand)Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:15-10:45amFor children 9-23 months, with an adult

Your child will experience development and discovery through hands-on learning,including music, arts & crafts, manipulatives, table and playground time. This classis a great way to make friends you and your family will keep for a lifetime.

Moving OnTuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm

18-28 months with an adultParents enjoy playing with their child for the first hour, and then leavethem in the nurturing care of experienced ECE staff. The children will learnthrough guided group play, participating in music, rhythm, stories and dramaticplay, and other hands-on activities. The emphasis of this class is on social skillsand development which will provide a great transition into pre-school.

For more info. visit us at www.alpertjcc.org


JFCSCall Today! We’re Here to Help!

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10 New Members Installed on JFCS Board

OUR MISSION: Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Long Beach/West Orange County is a nonprofit agency that provides a wide range of professional counseling and support services to assist all individuals regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation in facing life’s challenges.

Lace up your athletic shoes and join us on Sunday, April 26, as we move for men-tal health awareness at Race With A View 2015! Now in its 27th year, this 5K/10K run or walk promises to be the best ever, with its new start-ing line at Pierpoint Landing in Downtown Long Beach. While you are looking after your own physical fitness, you are also helping your friends and neighbors in the community by enabling JFCS to continue to provide afford-able, professional counseling and support services for all, without regard for religion, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. Registration is open at www.racewithaview.com. The enhanced website al-lows participants to create teams and invite their friends to join. You may also become a fundraiser and ask your friends and family to contrib-

ute to JFCS by supporting you with a donation in your name. A Kids Lighthouse Fun Run has been added to the agenda of Race With A View 2015. This less-than-1K run or walk for children of all ages up to 12 years will follow the bike path along the wa-ter and around the Shoreline Park peninsula where the lighthouse stands watch over Queensway Bay. The partici-pation fee is $15, and all reg-istered children will receive a race bib number to wear during the event and a kids-size T-shirt if they sign up by April 10. Elex Michaelson of KABC7 News will return again this year to emcee pre-race fes-tivities. Elex is often seen on Channel 7 covering commu-nity events of all types and Jewish events in particular. A native of Agoura Hills and a graduate of USC,

Michaelson has won 5 Emmy Awards and has been nomi-nated 11 times. He enjoys community work and profiles worthy non-profit agencies through “Pay It Forward,” a special Eyewitness News se-ries. KROQ is also returning to provide music and add to the festive atmosphere. Race Chair Debbie Feldman encourages every-one to join in the fun while helping raise awareness of the importance of access to mental health services for our community, “As race day approaches, I hope you all are forming your teams and will register them on our new website, racewithaview.com. It will be an amazing day with Elex Michelson as our emcee and KROQ providing music. With the addition of the Kids Lighthouse Fun Run, this event has something for everyone and most import-ant, your dollars will help

were installed, along with two new officers to co-lead the Business and Finance Committee. Nancy Linden, chair of the Leadership De-velopment Committee, and committee members Gail Levy and Vic Schneidman lent their talent and expertise to planning the event and served as co-emcees for the evening. Rabbi David Cantor of Temple Beth David officiated at the installation and shared his thoughts on how the Jew-ish value of tikkun olam is ever-present in the work of JFCS. One of JFCS’ coun-seling clients also spoke, el-

oquently sharing her moving story and expressing pro-found gratitude to the agen-cy for helping her when she needed it most. The incoming board mem-bers are: Fernando Calderon, Gail Desilets, Mark Dressner, Judith Hardaker, Martine Korach, Gael Libby, Carol Lightner, Henry Matson, Mark Rapp, and Melissa Selmanson. Board members fulfilling their current terms are: Jay Alhadeff, Barry Borkin, Judy Leff, Gail Levy, Nancy Linden (chair of Leadership Devel-opment Committee), Ellen Polsky (chair of Marketing

Committee), Vic Schneidman, and Marvin Zamost. New officers, Mike Greenspan and Rick Burney, were installed as co-first vice presidents and will co-chair the Business and Finance Committee. Returning officers include Rob Feldman as JFCS presi-dent, Debbie Feldman, sec-ond vice president and chair of the Fund Development Committee, David Silverman, treasurer, Norma Stein, secre-tary, Nancy Schneider, mem-ber at large, and Richard Ruby, immediate past presi-dent.

JFCS President Rob Feldman, center, congratulates Leadership Develop-ment Committee member Gail Levy, left, and Committee Chair Nancy Linden, right, on a job well done. Not available for the group hug was Committee Member Vic Schneidman

JFCS President Rob Feldman greets JFCS Executive Director Kathryn Miles & RUNWAY Chair Wendy Manasse

JFCS to continue to fulfill its vi-sion of ‘a community healed, one person, one family at a time.’ See you at the starting line!”

For more information on the event, including sponsor-ship opportunities, call Pattie Davidson at x235.

At an evening gather-ing on January 22, ten new members of the Jewish Fam-ily and Children’s Service of Long Beach/West Orange County Board of Directors

Kids Lighthouse Run, New Website, & Elex Michaelson Enhance Race With A View

You are not alone!Join a Support Group!

At JFCS, we have just what you’re looking for!

• ADD/ADHD/Autism Parent’s Support Group

• Support groups for women, caregivers, bereavement

• Healing Through Art Creative Circle

• Transitions 20’s and 30’s

• Keys to Success Career Support Group

• Healthy Relations, Healthy Kids

All groups meet weekly with the exception of Healing Through Art.Cost to participate varies from free of charge to $15 per session for individuals.

Couples discount and financial assistance are available.

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Making Mensches at Beach Hillel

Building Jewish students as leaders of the communi-ty is no easy task. However, the amazing “Make a Mensch” grant provided by the Jewish Federation of Greater Long Beach & West Orange County greatly sup-ports Beach Hillel in mak-ing Jewish student leaders on campus. With this grant, Beach Hillel was able to expand its internship oppor-tunities. These opportunities

of how to move forward with Beach Hillel’s initiatives to reach our mission and overall campus vision. Our amazing student leader engagement team has taken the knowledge they gained at these retreats and implemented them in var-ious ways on campus. Three new program series have been inserted into Beach Hillel’s regular programs in-cluding Jewish Movie Nights, a Jewish Women’s group, and an Explore Southern California Hikes series. All of these programs were cre-ated based on the needs of Jewish students on campus

provide real professional ex-perience for students to work with a highly respected orga-nization, and allow them to access key professional de-velopment opportunities that build them as independent campus leaders. The professional devel-opment opportunities that Beach Hillel interns have taken advantage of include a retreat to Belmont shore in Long Beach and a retreat to the Santa Monica Pier. There, students learned the impor-tance of qualitative Jewish programming, meaningful and authentic engagement, and created strategic plans

as determined by the student leaders themselves. Each pro-gram works to achieve a cer-tain outcome that will satisfy the aforementioned needs. Through the implementa-tion of the “Make a Mensch” program, Beach Hillel has seen an increase in student engagement, program quali-ty, and outreach on campus. We at Beach Hillel sincerely thank the Jewish community for supporting Jewish student leaders on campus. The im-portant work that we do on campus in providing unique Jewish experiences to stu-dents can only be continued with your unwavering support.

Please contact our Executive Director Rachel at [email protected] to learn how you can help the Jewish stu-dents of Long Beach.

Hillel Brings Purim to the Campus! Beach Hillel loves cele-brating Purim with students! It is the holiday that enriches the lives of Jewish students through thorough explanation of how it is that Jewish people are unique and a coopera-tive community for one anoth-er, and also through allowing students to let loose and en-joy themselves! In years past, Beach Hillel has hosted hamantashen baking programs, which helps to build Jewish futures, alongside learning sessions with Rabbi Drew through Torah on Tap with topics pertaining to the Megillah of Esther and learn-ing the story of Purim in depth.

As Beach Hillel expands its student engagement and reach on campus, it is im-portant to continually create dynamic programs that at-tract students and provide them with a sense of Jewish fulfillment and belonging to a Jewish community. Beach Hillel will be launching its first ever Purim Party to bring stu-

dents together to celebrate the survival of the Jewish people. Included will be a Mishloach Manot exchange for students to feel the spirit of the holiday and partake in this meaningful tradition. Beach Hillel seeks to maintain its community part-nership and is excited to announce that it will again

partake in the community Purim carnival at the Alpert Jewish Community Center (AJCC) on the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus. University students from the Long Beach area will be join-ing us at the AJCC carnival and are excited to bring the fun along with them. It is vital for students to see a contin-

uous community partnership and understand how they can become part of a vibrant Jewish community post col-lege. We, at Hillel of Long Beach and West Orange County, thank the community for its continued support and partnership with the students of Long Beach. Building Jewish identities on campus becomes possible because of your commitment. Please contact our executive director Rachel Kaplan at [email protected] to further help us build Jewish identities on campus, and ensure our Jewish community’s future!

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Visionary Dinner to Honor Our Supporters

Join us this year on Sunday, March 8th at the magnificent Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills as we honor supporters of The Hebrew Academy: Ory & Linda Schwartz for the

Kesser Torah Award; Leor & Ophira Lakritz for the Partners in Education Award; and the Founding Alumni for the Young Leadership Award. The enjoyable evening will be hosted by television

personality Elon Gold with entertainment by The Tonight Show and Disney’s Kickin’ It comedian Dan Ahdoot. The Visionary Dinner is the Hebrew Academy’s ma-jor fundraising event; the sig-nature evening of the year. All are welcome to join as Jewish education and conti-nuity is celebrated. This eve-ning supports the scholarship fund, ensuring that children of all backgrounds and socio-economic levels have access to superior Judaic and gen-eral education that Hebrew Academy offers. We will open the evening with appetizers and wine tasting in the stunning court-

The Hebrew Academy invites children of all ages throughout the community to join us on Thursday, March 5 from 9 am – noon for our annual super fun Purim Carnival. This holiday and carnival gives us all a chance to celebrate our Jewish unity and friendships. Dress in your costume, play games with us, dance to live entertain-ment, and of course relish in the Megillah readings. Please RSVP for this event to [email protected] as soon as possible, so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you there!

We, at the Hebrew Academy, were thrilled when we found out that the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi David Lau, would be visiting our school on January 13th! Of all the many wonder-ful Jewish organizations in Orange County, we were honored that he chose to vis-it our school during his brief visit to the United States.

Rabbi Lau Visits Our School

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It was such an inspiration for our students and staff to hear from such a prominent figure. He spoke to our stu-dents in English and Hebrew which made them feel so proud of their education! Each elementary grade stu-dent carefully prepared one question for Rabbi Lau, who took the time to give them all thorough and thoughtful responses. Our third grade choir performed songs for him before he was off to New York and he was touched with this honor.

yard of the Four Seasons, followed by a spectacular dinner, leading to awards, entertainment, and the pleasure of the Hebrew Academy’s 3rd grade choir! We welcome everyone to socialize, meet the lead-ing supporters of the school, make important connections, and demonstrate commit-ment to Jewish education the Hebrew Academy way. If you are interested in attending this event and/or want more information, please call Jenny Kdoshim at x223.

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Join with other community members for trip of a lifetime. The Alpert JCC, the Jewish Federation and Temple Beth Ohr, are partnering with the Jewish Community Centers Association (JCCA) Israel Office to offer a unique trip to Spain and Israel from Oct. 21-Nov. 4, 2015. With our professional tour educator, Julian Resnick, we will explore the rich Jewish life in Spain before the inquisition, alongside the marvels of modern-day Spain. We will meet with members of the Jewish com-munity living in Madrid to-day, and explore other high-lights of Spain which include the rich histories of the cities

ing quality of our tour educa-tor/guide. I also appreciated the flexibility of scheduling that allowed for personal interests and the wonderful camaraderie that developed among us and our fellow trav-elers. I am ready to pack my bags again,” says Linda. Ettie adds, “I felt that the trip was well organized, the guide was incredibly knowledge-able, the hotels were top rate and the food was great. I am looking forward to the next trip.” The trip is open to every-one and there are options to go to Spain only or Israel only and to extend your trip in either country. To learn more, please attend the information meeting on Tuesday, March 24 at 7 pm at the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, 3801 East Willow Street. Please RSVP to Susan Paletz at [email protected], or Sharon Kenigsberg at [email protected] or call (562) 426-7601.

of Toledo, Cordoba, Seville and Granada. Continuing on to Israel, we will learn about the strong emphasis of Sephardi Jewry on the State as well as visit sites of both ancient and modern Israel. We will expe-rience the beauty of Shabbat in Jerusalem and explore the many layers of this amaz-ing city. The itinerary will be designed to accommo-date both first-time and sea-soned travelers to Israel. The Golan Heights, Tzfat, Dead Sea, Hula Nature Reserve, Masada, and Tel Aviv and its environs are a sampling of the places that will be part of our journey. Many of our former community trip participants enjoyed their experience so much that they cannot wait to go with us again. Linda Temkin Waltzman and Ettie Councilman who went to Poland & Israel in 2013 have this to say, “What made our trip unique was the outstand-

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SCIENTIFICALLY GROUNDED JUDAISM

Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m.How Do We Talk About Science and Religion?

Shabbat dinner and teaching (dinner $18 per person)

Saturday, March 28 at 8:45 a.m. Shabbat HaGodol, As We Prepare For Passover

Torah Study and Discussion

Sunday, March 29 at 9:45 a.m.Go With the Flow - Using Science & Judaism to Find (and Create) More Happiness and Joy

Coffee & Discussion

Join Rabbi Geoff Mitelman, Executive Director of Sinai and Synapses for an intellectual and spiritual exploration of what it can mean to wrestle with and find a place in your life and heart for both Judaism and Science.

Temple Israel’s Joys of Jewish LearningAdult Education Program

invites you to join us, as we welcome

Executive Director of Sinai and SynapsesPILGER SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE

EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTENDPlease RSVP for Shabbat Dinner by Monday, March 23

to the Temple Office (562) 434-0996

Underwritten through the generosity of Temple Israel Foundation’s Pilger Lectureship Fund

RABBI GEOFF MITELMAN

A Joint Alpert JCC | Jewish Federation/Jewish Community Foundation Trip

SPAIN ISRAEL 2015October 21 - November 5, 2015

Travel with your community & discover Spain & Israel in a way you never imagined!

Madrid • Toledo • Cordoba • Seville • Ghirona • Granada Jerusalem • Masada • Upper Galilee • Golan • Tel Aviv

INTERESTED? Join us for an informational meeting

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 | 7:00 pm

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Sar-El: The National Project for Volunteers for Israel

The Best Gift you can give Israel.....is yourself. So says the ad for Volunteers for Israel (VFI). Why would any-one on vacation rise at 6:00 am, work all day on an IDF

(Israel Defense Force) base, endure spartan accommo-dations and army food, and pay airfare to do it? Join Volunteers for Israel and you will understand.

Denny Dettmer, a mem-ber of Congregation Shir Chadash, has just returned from a second three-week tour of duty on an IDF base in Israel. The program is called

Sar-El (Service to Israel) or Volunteers for Israel. It allows for Israeli men and women military reservists to continue their jobs and educations. In other words, the volunteers

work on bases so that the reservists can be away. Also in time of conflict (which we hope never happens), many more soldiers are needed in the IDF. The program is open to anyone 17 to 80+ years old, provided that you can pass a physical exam from your doc-tor. If you are interested in the program, please contact Denny, who is an area VFI Ambassador, at [email protected].

New recruits waiting for uniformsCongregation Shir Chadash member Denny Dettmer (2nd from left) volunteering in Israel

Celebrated Persian Jewish Musician to Give Free Concert at CSULB

Noted Persian Jewish musician, Galeet Dardashti, will give a free concert in the Gerald R. Daniel Recital Hall at CSULB on Monday,

March 16 at 8:00 pm. She will be accompanied by the all-female Mizrahi band Divahn and by video artist Dmitry Kmelnitsky.

As the granddaughter of Yona Dardashti, the most renowned singer of Persian classical music in Iran, and the daughter of the high-ly esteemed cantor Farid Dardashti, Galeet is the first woman in her family to con-tinue their tradition of distin-guished Persian and Jewish musicianship. Her performance in Long Beach is called Monajat, and is inspired by the poet-ic prayers of Selihot, recited during the month preceding the Jewish New Year. It is a time-specific concert and pro-gram that takes place during

Galeet Dardashti

Jews & Booze: Jewish Tavern Keepers in Eastern Europe

The CSULB Jewish Studies Program is pleased to wel-come Dr. Glenn Dynner to southern California. He will speak on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:30 pm at the Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus, 3801 E. Willow Street. A professor of religion at Sarah Lawrence College, Dr. Dynner has focused his re-

search on eastern European Jewish history, particularly looking at the social his-tory of Hasidism and the Jewish Enlightenment. His first book, Men of Silk: The Hasidic Conquest of Polish Jewish Society won the Koret Publication Award and was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award. His talk will be based on his most re-cent book, Yankel’s Tavern: Liquor and the Life in the Kingdom of Poland. In his talk, Dr. Dynner will explore how Jews and non-Jews in Poland, particularly the Polish nobility, worked together and lived side by side. The taverns created and run by Jews were much

more than taverns. “They served as hotels and restau-rants and stores and banks; in the countryside they were the center of the village or the small town. This placed the Jew, an outsider, in a very powerful, influential position.” Even as Russian rules restrict-ed Jews in the nineteenth century, local Polish nobility protected many of them. Like all Jewish Studies talks, it is free and open to the public; there is no need to reserve a space. For more in-formation on this talk or spring semester events, please con-tact Dr. Jeffrey Blutinger at [email protected].

Dr. Glenn Dynner

a period of deep reflection and spiritual preparation. In the project, she re-imagines the Selihot ritual in collab-oration with an acclaimed ensemble of musicians, an electronic soundscape, and dynamic live video art. Monajat is a Persian homage to her grandfather, during which she will perform some of the Persian piyutim traditionally changed as part of the Selihot service, as well as other liturgical and non-li-turgical Hebrew and Persian poetry set to new music. Through electronics, she de-fies time and performs with

her grandfather. Entry to the concert and preceding reception are free. Parking is available for $5 in the nearby parking lot adjacent to the Carpenter Center. Please reserve a space by contacting Dr. Jeffrey Blutinger, Director of the Jewish Studies Program at CSULB at [email protected] or (562) 985-2196. This concert is made possible through the gener-ous support of the Barbara and Ray Alpert Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies.


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Jewish FederationGENERAL FUND•To John & Marcie Blumberg, in memory of your beloved mother & moth-er-in-law Shirley, from the Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff•To Libby Frolichman, in memory of your beloved mother Blanche, from the Jewish Federation Board, Leadership & Staff

LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP•To Reva & Sy Alban, in hon-or of receiving the Lifetime of Service award, from Paul Stephen Masoner•To Judi & Gordon Lentzner, in honor of receiving the Lifetime of Service award, from Bonnie & Barry Graff•In honor of Larry & Shari Nemirow, from Don Black & Judy McNulty Black•To Wendy Groner-Strauss,

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JFCSGENERAL FUND•From Renee Simon & Jack Blecher, in memory of Shirley Blumberg•From Ruth Beckman & fami-ly, in honor of Anne Kutcher’s special birthday

•From Pattie & Marc Davidson, to Suzanne & Irma Slavitter in memory of Fred•From Bonnie Lowenthal, in honor of Nancy & Dr. Jim Linden•From Binnie & Jack Berro, in memory of Dee Feldman•From Lee & Barbara Shoag, in honor of Gail & Tom Levy’s new granddaughter Mabel•From Debbie & Rob Feldman, to Sue & Allen Blum, in memory of Norman Blum, Renee Blum, Joe Schwartz, and Hariette Schwartz

MARCIE BALAN BLAKEY FUND•From Sandy & Jerry Horwitz, in memory of David Gray

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•Mazel Tov to Jack & Karen Rabin, on the birth of your great-granddaughter Sia Orielle

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Friday Evening Services conducted by Rabbi Steven Moskowitz and organist, David York Saturday Morning Torah Study and Services conducted by Rabbi Moskowitz

Friday, March 6 7:00 p.m. Family Shabbat ServiceSaturday, March 7 8:45 a.m. Torah Study10:30 a.m. Sabbath Fellowship

Friday, March 13 6:00 p.m. Ruach ShabbatSaturday, March 14 8:45 a.m. Torah Study10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service

Friday, March 20 6:00 p.m. Tot Shabbat 7:00 p.m. Shabbat Evening ServiceSaturday, March 21 8:45 a.m. Torah Study10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service

Friday, March 27Rabbi Geoff MitelmanPilger Scholar-in-Residence 6:00 p.m. Shabbat Evening ServiceSaturday, March 28 8:45 a.m. Torah Study10:30 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service

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a New and Happy Relation-ship. Her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Cosmopolitan and Time magazine. Learn more about Dr. Orbuch at www.DrTerriTheLoveDoctor.com. “One of my favorite so-cial activities is mingling with my friends and making new friends at the VISIONS din-ner each year. There is noth-ing more wonderful than to look around the room and see more than 250 Jewish women contributing to our community and having fun throughout the evening honor-ing their leaders,” states Gail

Levy, VISIONS Co-Chair. Sherri Selmanson, her VISIONS Co-Chair, says, “It is indeed an honor to co-chair this annual event that honors Jewish women who have made a personal com-mitment to support the future of Jewish life at home, in their community, in Israel and around the world. Women of all ages will find this evening both entertaining and exhila-rating. There will be no doubt in any women’s mind that they will be back for the next VISIONS event in 2016.” The Jewish Community Part-nership agencies (Alpert JCC, JFCS, Hebrew Academy, Hillel, Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Foundation), as well as the various synagogues in Long Beach, benefit from

the minimum gifts of $180 that all women attending are asked to donate as part of the Annual Community Campaign. Contributions to the Annual Community Cam-paign provide grants to local synagogues, Taglit-Birthright Israel, PJ Library and many other programs. If you have already made your pledge of at least $180 on Opening Night, Super Sunday or through the mail, you do not need to make an addition-al pledge to attend. Your pledge can be paid in install-ments throughout the year by check, credit card, or EFT. Invitations will be mailed in mid-March with all the de-tails. For more information, or if you have never attended VISIONS and would like to

be on our mailing list, please call Megan Donaldson at 562-426-7601 x1014 or

[email protected].

BRINGING LOVE Continued from page 6

Gail Levy & Sherri Selmanson, 2015 Arlene Solomon VISIONS dinner co-chairs


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