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Welcome to the Atlanta Jewish Times’ first Guide to Jewish Atlanta, a glossy contribution to community unity that we intend to make an annual publication for the benefit of the 125,000-plus residents of Jewish Atlanta and the organizations and businesses that serve them. We believe that the time is right for this guide. Just this spring the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta unveiled the findings of the market study it commissioned of the community in June 2016 on behalf of its partner agencies. It marked the first in-depth effort in a decade to examine who we are and what we need in Jewish Atlanta, and we look at those findings and share Federation President and CEO Eric Robbins’ initial thoughts on what they mean in this guide. This year also marks the 150th anniversary of The Temple, the original Jewish organization and congregation in Atlanta, and this guide offers a glimpse at Jewish Atlanta’s history and some of the people who made it to get us where we are today. But the Guide to Jewish Atlanta is not meant to be a static thing, any more than Jewish Atlanta is standing still. It serves as a snapshot of our community as it exists in the summer of 2017, and each year it will be updated to reflect our expansion and evolution. We’re confident the guide will prove useful to longtime Atlantans and newcomers alike as they seek ways to connect with and participate in this vibrant, growing community. Whether you’re looking for a place to live or synagogue to worship, whether you’re planning a simcha or a vacation, whether you need a school for your child or an assisted-living facility for your parent, the Guide to Jewish Atlanta can connect you with the necessary resources. If you have thoughts on how we can make this guide better in the years to come, please let me know (mjacobs@atljewishtimes.com or 404883-2130, ext. 104). If you’re part of a business or an organization, make sure you’re not left out of the guide next summer. And remember that the AJT brings you news, events, information and opinions on a weekly basis with 50 print issues a year, as well as continual updates through our website (www.atlantajewishtimes.com), Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. — Michael Jacobs, editor

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Table of Contents

RELIGIOUS LIFE IN JEWISH ATLANTA

Religious Life ���������������������������������������������������������� 36 Listings of synagogues and other religious institutions Jewish Holidays ����������������������������� 46 A calendar of the holidays for the rest of 5777 and all of 5778, sponsored by Chabad Intown

EDUCATION

IN JEWISH ATLANTA

Education ����������������������������������������������������������������� 50 At the turn of the century, Atlanta Jews created the Jewish Educational Listings of day schools, other private schools, Alliance, which focused on the Americanization of immigrants and provided a place for training classes and Hebrew language instruction,

Provided the plus meeting rooms for Jewish clubs and organizations. Access toby public education was seen as the key to assimilation and success. David Mayer, a

preschools, camps and other educational institutions Arts and Culture ������ 62 Listings of museums, IN JEWISH ATLANTA theaters, galleries, festivals, and other entertainment and cultural opportunities Nonprofits ��������������������������������������������������������������� 66 Listings of the nonprofit organizations that support Jews and Jewish life in Atlanta Health and Wellness ���������������������������������������������� 74 Listings of doctors, spas, salons, senior living facilities and funeral services Simcha Resources �������������������������������������������������� 82 Listings of caterers, venues, entertainment and anything else you need to plan a great celebration Food and Retail ������������������������������������������������������ 92 Listings of restaurants, stores and other places you might want to spend your money Home and Real Estate ������������������������������������������� 94 Listings of the people who can help you find the right home and make it perfect for you Professional Services �������������������������������������������� 98 Listings of the lawyers, financial advisers and other professionals you might need

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Who We Were ��������������������������������������������������������� 18 A century and a half of Jewish Atlanta, as mapped out by the Breman Jewish Heritage Museum, along with brief bios of some of the notable people in our history Guide Partner: Federation �������������� 26 How the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta supports the elderly, students, Holocaust survivors, community agencies, overseas partners and more Who We Are ������������������������������������������������������������ 28 What the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta-led market study learned about our community Guide Partner: JF&CS ���������������������� 29 How Jewish Family & Career Services serves vulnerable populations within and outside the Jewish community and helps volunteers meet those needs Guide Partner: Marcus JCC ������������� 32 How the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta provides the community with culture, education, the arts, camps, recreation and more

A T Sports N A L T A H S I W E J IN

Sports in Atlanta has a rich history, including the oldest NCAA Division I Sports and Recreation ����������������������������������������� 102 football venue, Bobby Dodd Stadium at Georgia Tech. The city hosts college Listings ofChick-fil-A Atlanta’s professional sports football's Bowl and the Peachtree Road Race, the franchises, world’s largest race. Atlanta’s premiere sports moment was as host ofattractions the 1996 Summer their10Kvenues and other sports-related Olympic Games, a transformative time for the city. Atlanta is home to the Candle Lighting ������������������������������� 104 Braves (baseball), Falcons (football), Hawks (men’s basketball), Dream The basketball), times toandlight and Shab(women’s Atlantaholiday United FC (soccer). bat candles all year, sponsored by the Atlanta Rabbinical Association

ThankBRINGING you to the Jewish BASEBALL TOFederation ATLANTA of Greater Atlanta, the 1966, Atlanta signed the AJT’s Inpartner and sponsor in this endeavor, for providing Milwaukee Braves, its first major graphics information throughout the guide about leagueand sports team. The integrated team, including its star business, arts and culture, sports, religious life, philanthroHank Aaron, was coming to a city just beginning medicine, to redress the py, education, and technology in Jewish Atlanlegacy of Jim Crow. Where could ta. Historical photos courtesy of the Cuba Family Archives integrated baseball teams sleep and eat withJewish dignity? The answer for Southern History at the Breman Museum. came when Irving and Dr. Marvin Goldstein, along with Sol Golden and Erwin Zaban, built the American Motor Hotel. This integrated hotel solidified the

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10 Jews Who Shaped Atlanta

Timeline information sponsored by the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum.

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1845

German Jewish immigrants Jacob Haas and Henry Levi settle in Atlanta.

1850

Atlanta population is 2,572. Jewish population of Atlanta is estimated at 25.

1847

A Union Sabbath School is created for Jewish and Christian children.

1857

Atlanta Medical College is founded.

1859

David Mayer serves as Worshipful Master of his Masonic Lodge. Joseph Jacobs Joseph Jacobs

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David Mayer (1815-1890) was born in Bavaria, trained as a dentist and settled in Atlanta in 1850. He helped found the Atlanta public school system and served as a member of the Atlanta Board of Education. Mayer was a founder of the Hebrew Benevolent Society, the first Jewish organization in Atlanta and the precursor to the Hebrew Benevolent Congregation, now known as The Temple. The society bought a Jewish burial ground at Oakland Cemetery in 1860 that people visit today. Mayer also served as a Confederate general during the Civil War, once telling Union officers, “To take that cotton, you’ll have to take it over my dead body.” Aaron Haas (1841-1912) was part of one of the first Jewish families in Atlanta. Haas won election to the City Council in 1874, and in the following year he became the city’s first mayor pro tem. He was a founding member of the Piedmont Driving Club, a private club near Piedmont Park. But those successes were short-lived. After Haas became mayor pro tem, there was a period when Jews couldn’t be elected to public office. And the Piedmont Driving Club later banned Jews. “He’s kind of a symbol of this era when Jews were integrating and taking a large role in city and civic life, and then all of a sudden by the 1890s,

Town of Marthasville is renamed Atlanta.

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Jews have played a role in Atlanta from the start. In 1880, one gentile told the Atlanta Constitution: “They are prosperous …because they work hard and save their money. And yet …no people give more willingly to public enterprises and to charities.” Though the names of these people sometimes get lost in the shuffle of time, what they accomplished remains. Here are 10 Jews who made notable contributions not only to Jewish life, but also to the city of Atlanta and the United States.

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Hebrew Benevolent Society is established and purchases cemetery plot in Oakland Cemetery.

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1864

Union forces wage Atlanta Campaign and ultimately take over the city. On November 15 the city of Atlanta is burned.

1866

Peddler Morris Rich opens M.Rich & Co. dry goods store on Whitehall Street.

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they were excluded,” said Eric Goldstein, associate professor of history and director of the Tam Institute for Jewish Studies at Emory University. Haas also played a part in the Civil War, when he sold cotton to help finance the Confederate cause. While running a blockade en route to England in 1863, he was captured, but he escaped after bribing his jailer. Morris Rich (1847-1928) came from Hungary, changed his name from Mauritius Reich and founded Rich’s Department Store in 1867 with a $500 investment (just under $7,900 in today’s dollars). The department store chain, which started on Whitehall Street, set itself apart from other retailers by allowing customers to buy items on credit or barter. Rich’s President Walter Rich founded the Rich Foundation in 1943 to support nonprofit organizations by distributing a share of Morris Rich. Photo courtesy of Rich’s profits. Macy’s absorbed the Historic Oakland Foundation. the department store in 2005, but the Rich Foundation still operates today. Rich’s former flagship store at 45 Broad St., between Alabama and Hunter streets, became a part of civil rights history. Martin Luther King Jr. was arrested at Rich’s downtown lunch counter in 1960, resulting in his first night in jail. Hunter Street has since been renamed Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Henry Alexander (1874-1967) had deep roots in Atlanta. Alexander’s grandfather was the first Jew of American birth to settle in Atlanta. His family fought in the American Revolution and the Civil War, with 24 family members serving as Confederate soldiers. Alexander worked as one of Leo Frank’s attorneys when Frank was convicted in 1913 of the murder of 13-year-old Mary Phagan, a worker in the pencil factory where Frank was superintendent. After the governor of Georgia commuted Frank’s death sentence in 1915, Frank was abducted from the state prison in Mil­ledge­ville and lynched in Marietta. Later, Alexander served as a U.S. Army captain in World War I. In 1926, he was a founder of the Atlanta Historical Society, now known as the Atlanta History Center. “He could cross the line between being a member of the German Jewish community and being a member of the general community,” said Sandy Berman, the founding archivist at the Breman. Alexander’s family owned the property in Buckhead where Phipps Plaza

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1868

Jacob Elsas moves to Atlanta and opens Fulton Cotton Spinning Company (eventually named Fulton Bag & Cotton Mill).

Atlanta becomes the capital of Georgia and the Atlanta Constitution begins publishing.

1871

1870

A Hebrew Ladies Aid Society is founded to carry on charitable work.

The Gate City Lodge of B’nai B’rith is established.

1872

Atlanta public schools established; David Mayer, who helped create the school system, serves on its board until his death in 1890.

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1877

Hebrew Benevolent Congregation (The Temple) opens a Moorish-style synagogue on the corner of Garnett and Forsyth streets. Atlanta’s mayor and city council took part in the cornerstone laying ceremony.

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1880

Atlanta’s Jewish population reaches 538.

1885

Georgia Institute of Technology is founded.

1886

Coca-Cola sold for the first time at Jacobs Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta.

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Congregation Ahavath Achim (Congregation of Brotherly Love) is established. The congregation meets first in a small room on Gilmer Street.

1895

A narrow majority of the Temple votes to hire 23-year-old David Marx as rabbi. He leads The Temple for 51 years.

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1889

The Fifth District Lodge of B’nai B’rith, the Southeastern region, establishes the Hebrew Orphans’ Home in Atlanta.

1892

Grady Memorial Hospital opens led by the efforts of Joseph Hirsch.

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was built, and a bridge at Phipps bears a plaque with his name. Harold Hirsch (1881-1939) worked as the lead attorney for the Coca-Cola Co. He was instrumental in the development of Coca-Cola’s distinctive bottle in the 1910s. Hirsch also started the Atlanta Jewish Welfare Fund in 1936 to raise money for the immigration of European Jews. “What was happening to the Jews in Europe was seen as very distant and far away from us people. No one wanted to bring more immigrants in because of the fear of taking jobs,” Berman said. “It was really forward-thinking. I think it’s the story of how one individual can change things if they really believe in the cause.” His namesake building, Hirsch Hall, is at the University of Georgia, where Hirsch played football as a lineman. Fannie Boorstin (1898-1986) worked to establish a Jewish home for the elderly. In 1943, Boorstin became aware that older Jews lived in cold-water apartments with no heating. Leaders from the Atlanta Federation for Jewish Social Service, now the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, didn’t believe that such a situation could exist in Atlanta, as they thought that families took care of their elderly. So Boorstin took Federation leaders, among them radio personality Clark Howard’s grandfather, to see elderly Fannie Boorstin at her wedding. Jews’ living conditions. This work was instrumental in establishing the Breman Jewish Home in 1951. “It wasn’t the money she had,” Berman said of Boorstin. “It was the perseverance.” Josephine Joel Heyman (1901-1993) was a social activist who fought against lynching as early as the 1920s, including joining the Southern Women for the Prevention of Lynching in 1930. “She was a kind of firebrand social activist who was willing to take positions on things like that that many middle-class Jewish women probably wouldn’t have, or non-Jewish women for that matter,” Goldstein said. Heyman was the president of the League of Women Voters’ DeKalb County branch and the United Nations As-

1898

A Zionist Society is organized in Atlanta by fifty Eastern European Jewish immigrants. Rabbi David Marx

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1906

Atlanta race riot results in white mobs killing and injuring African Americans. Decatur Street’s Jewish saloon owners are blamed for creating an unruly atmosphere in downtown Atlanta because they sell alcohol to the poor.

1911

The Morris Hirsch Clinic is established to provide outpatient medical services for all Atlantans in need.

1912

The Federation of Jewish Charities is reorganized to include the institutions of local Eastern European Jews.

1915

Leo Frank is lynched by a mob in Marietta, Georgia. He was convicted in 1913 for the murder of Mary Phagan. The lynching takes place after his death sentence was commuted to life in prison by Governor John Slaton who had serious doubts about Frank’s guilt.

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sociation. Heyman also lived through the transformation of Atlanta. Heyman’s niece said after her death: “She talked about the day her father came home with the news that the family was going to move out of town, that is, out of the area that is now downtown Atlanta. Where did they move? ‘Way out to the sticks,’ she said, ‘a half a day’s buggy ride away’ to 14th Street and Peachtree.” Jacob Rothschild (1911-1973) and Janice Rothschild Blumberg (1924-) were involved in civil rights, and they were friends with Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife, Coretta Scott King. Jacob Rothschild came to Atlanta in 1946 to serve as the rabbi of The Temple, and Janice met and married him that year after returning from working for the U.S. Army in the Panama Canal Zone and Washington, D.C. Jacob began using his pulpit in 1947 to critique segregation. Because of their activism, The Temple was targeted for bombing in 1958. Janice called it “the bomb that healed” after the Jewish community received an outpourRabbi Jacob Rothschild and ing of support in response to Janice Rothschild celebrate at a the attack. When King won the wedding in Atlanta in 1952. Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, a dispute ensued over whether a dinner in Atlanta honoring him should be integrated. Rabbi Rothschild helped organize the integrated dinner, and he won the support of businessmen including Robert Woodruff, the former president of Coca-Cola. Helen Alexander (1922-2014) came to Atlanta in 1947 from New York, where she acted on Broadway and in films. She worked as an actress throughout her life, at one point appearing in “Driving Miss Daisy.” In addition to being active in the civil rights movement, Alexander founded a speech and hearing school for black children that became a model for the first special education program in Georgia public schools. She got involved in 1954 because of her maid’s hearing-impaired child, who had no school to go to. Alexander also worked as a real estate agent, fighting anti-Semitism in Atlanta neighborhoods. Information for this article came courtesy of the Breman Jewish Heritage Museum; the Historic Oakland Foundation; Sandy Berman, the founding archivist at the Breman; and Eric Goldstein, associate professor of history and director of the Tam Institute for Jewish Studies at Emory University. All photos are courtesy of the Breman Museum unless otherwise noted.

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The Jewish Progressive Club is founded by Eastern European Jews.

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Atlanta women found a chapter of Hadassah, a Zionist women’s group that supported and raised funds for Jews settling in Palestine. By 1927 it has 300 members including women from The Temple, where Rabbi David Marx publicly spoke out against Zionism.

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The Jewish Federation for Social Service, formerly the Federation of Jewish Charities, becomes a charter member of the Atlanta Community Chest.

1924

Confederate Memorial sculpture started on Stone Mountain.

1931

Jews fleeing Nazi Germany arrive in Atlanta. Atlanta’s Jewish community organizes to aid these refugees.

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The Jewish Welfare Fund is founded by Harold Hirsch in order to create a combined fund-raising campaign for local and national Jewish causes. The first campaign exceeds its goal of fifty thousand dollars.

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Harry Epstein elected rabbi at Ahavath Achim. He begins English language services and the congregation gradually moves toward the Conservative movement. He serves the synagogue until his retirement in 1982.

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The Temple completes its current building on Peachtree Road in what is now Midtown Atlanta.

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Atlanta Dogwood Festival is created through the leadership of Walter Rich of Rich’s Department store.

The Jewish Community Relations Council is founded to address community relations issues for Atlanta’s Jews.

1939

The Mayfair Club is founded by Eastern European Jews.

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Congregation Beth Jacob formed by a group of Orthodox Jews separating from Ahavath Achim. The synagogues second rabbi, Emmanuel Feldman, serves from 1952 to 1991.

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Following the establishment of the State of Israel, the Jewish Welfare Fund raises the unprecedented sum of $1,000,000.

1949

The Atlanta Jewish Community Center is founded, replacing the Jewish Educational Alliance.

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The Jewish Family and Childrens Bureau is established.

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The Temple is bombed; the non-Jewish community responds with an outpouring of goodwill.

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Congregation Beth Jacob moves to their new synagogue on La Vista Drive in Northeast Atlanta.

Atlanta’s Jewish population is estimated at 32,000.

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Drs. Irving and Marvin Goldstein build the Americana Hotel, Atlanta’s first integrated hotel.

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“A Memorial to the Six Million” designed by architect Ben Hirsh, a Holocaust survivor, is dedicated in Greenwood Cemetery. This Holocaust memorial is funded by Atlanta’s survivor community. In 2008, the memorial was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Atlanta’s Jewish population is estimated at 20,000.

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Atlanta Student Movement targets Rich’s Magnolia Tea Room to end segregation in Downtown Atlanta.

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The Rabbi Harry H. Epstein-Solomon Schechter School is founded.

The Atlanta Jewish Welfare Federation is created by merging the Community Council, the Welfare Fund, and the Federation of Jewish Charities.

Mayor Sam Massell fails to win a second term, and loses to Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first African American mayor.

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Temple Sinai, the city’s second Reform congregation, is founded to serve Jews in the expanding Atlanta suburbs.

1974

In response to the Yom Kippur War in Israel, the Atlanta Jewish Federation conducts the highest per capita campaign in the country.

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Jewish population is estimated at 50,000.

Congregation Bet Haverim, Atlanta’s first Reconstructionist synagogue, is founded by gay and lesbian Jews.

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Jewish population is estimated at 60,000.

1995

The Selig Center on Spring Street is dedicated as the new home of the Atlanta Jewish Federation.

1984

Chabad Rabbi Yossi New arrives in Atlanta and founds a minyan that becomes Congregation Beth Tefillah located in Sandy Springs.

1985

Torah Day School is established.

1987

Playwright Alfred Uhry writes Driving Miss Daisy. The film adaptation wins the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1990.

1995

The Atlanta Braves win Major League Baseball’s World Series.

1996

The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum opens in the Selig Center.

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CNN’s Ted Turner uses the Jewish Progressive Club’s building on Techwood Drive as both his headquarters and as a corporate logo.

1996

A moment of silence is held during the closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games to memorialize the victims of the bombing in Centennial Olympic Park and the murdered Israeli athletes in 1972 Munich.

1996

Temima High School for Girls is established.

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The renamed Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta moves completely to its Zaban Park location.

2002

Arthur Blank buys the Atlanta Falcons.

2006

Atlanta’s Jewish population is estimated to be 120,000.

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Emory University President James Wagner apologizes to those affected by antesemitism at the dental school between 1948 and 1961.

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Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta: Building Community. Driving Impact. Building Community

If you’re looking for a way to get involved in Jewish Atlanta, Federation is a great place to start. If you need support from the Jewish community, Federation is a valuable resource. If you just want to understand the landscape of the Atlanta Jewish community, Federation can help you. Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta provides opportunities, care, connection, support and strength for the Greater Atlanta Jewish Community, for Israel and for Jews globally. We are community builders. By bringing community and financial resources together, we support a thriving, inclusive local ecosystem of more than 60 organizations and programs that engage every generation. By supporting core programs in Israel and overseas, we join with other federations to weave a crucial safety net that keeps Jews fed, protected, educated and cared for. Ultimately, our work reflects the eternal Jewish value that a thriving and caring Jewish community will ensure a bright Jewish future. Federation is at the heart of our Jewish community, with the unique capacity to see the big picture and plan for a thriving 21st century Jewish Atlanta. We are conveners and drivers of innovation and change. Working with our agencies, affiliates, day schools, synagogues, and community partners, Federation builds and sustains the social, educational, 26

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Education & Leadership Development Federation invests in Jewish education because today’s children are tomorrow’s Jewish community leaders. We support formal and informal education opportunities across Metro Atlanta, includ-

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Caring & Inclusion Federation support helps people stay on their feet when life’s storms hit. We empower our agencies to address mental and other health needs. We enable interest-free loans for emergencies and education. We improve self-sufficiency through vocational and career counseling. We are champions for inclusion and want everyone to have access to the things they need. Israel & Overseas As part of our commitment to the Jewish communities around the world, Federations contributes to a pool of funds that is distributed to three leading international partners: American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), and World ORT. We build bridges around the world through missions, exchange programs, and other peopleto-people programs. Atlanta Jewish Foundation Atlanta Jewish Foundation (AJF), Federation’s planned giving and endowment arm, is a trusted custodian of community resources. AJF provides a wide range of tools that allow donors to strategically craft philanthropic portfolios that achieve their financial goals and express their highest values. Through AJF donors extend their impact to local Jewish causes and support over 820 nonprofits worldwide. Shared Community Services Federation leads, protects and

advocates for every Jew in Metro Atlanta. Through shared services, we handle what no institution should have to bear alone. Federation is proud to fund important communitywide services such as a community lobbyist, community grant writer and community security services director.

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#IAmJewishATL Targets Future

The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is going through a yearlong process of reinvention to meet the community’s needs, and a market study conducted in June 2016 is providing a starting point for Jewish Atlanta’s identity and issues. “We need to figure out what this community needs and what its priorities are, then we can figure out who we are,” Federation CEO and President Eric Robbins told a meeting of the Jewish Breakfast Club in April, just before the full study findings were released to the community. “It’s going to be you as a community saying, ‘This is what we need. This is what we want.’ And this is our job to figure out how we get there,” he said. The #IAmJewishATL Community Study found that rather than one community, Jewish Atlanta is a patchwork of smaller communities, often defined and divided by geography. The institutions in that community do a good but not great job of meeting people’s needs and fall well short at being welcoming, especially for such groups as interfaith families, Jews of color and LGBTQ people. “It’s so much easier to be Jewish in New York City because it’s everywhere and you sort of breathe it in, and it doesn’t matter how much you know,” said Robbins, who lived in New York for 16 years. “Even if you’re buying a bagel, you’re Jewish. Well, that’s not true in Atlanta. You have to make a conscious decision to go somewhere Jewish.” The survey was not a demographic study, so it did not answer the perpetual question of how many Jews live in metro Atlanta. But if the Jewish population grew at roughly the same rate as the overall metro population between 2006, when Jewish Atlanta was estimated to number 120,000 people, and 2016, the total would be between 130,000 and 135,000. In capturing the views of 3,364 people, the study also did not break 28

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down the composition of the community — about 15 percent of respondents were in interfaith families, for example, but that doesn’t mean only 15 percent of Atlanta Jews are in such households — but it did get statistically significant samples of various geographic and demographic groups. So although we can’t say how many Jews live in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody or whether 30 percent of Jewish Atlanta lives in those two cities, the study revealed meaningful information about the feelings, backgrounds, engagement and concerns of those Jews. “Things need to change, and things need to evolve,” Robbins said, explaining that Jewish life isn’t the priority it once was in the United States. “Atlanta, I think, is a prime community for change. It’s a community that is very representative of, I think, a modern city in the United States. We’ve grown rapidly. Most of the people … came from other places. We’re geographically spread. We have a nice age cohort mix. We have a lot of professionals.” He added: “We need to change rapidly. We need to experiment, and we probably need to fail because I don’t have the answers.” The study, whose full results are available at www.iamjewishatl.com, used responses to the statement “I 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

feel a part of a Jewish community in greater Atlanta” to classify people as engaged or not engaged. An encouraging finding was that a majority of each group strongly agreed that it’s important to be Jewish and to have children who are proud to be Jewish. Robbins said it also was crucial that 59 percent of those who were not engaged, as well as 36 percent of those who were, said they wanted to participate more in Jewish life. Synagogues don’t seem central to Jewish life for as many people as in generations past, Robbins said, but it was a positive sign that 54 percent of nonmembers of shuls said they intend to join congregations. Synagogues have the potential to bridge Jewish Atlanta’s geographic divide, he said, by serving as centers of more than worship for members and nonmembers alike. The Marcus Jewish Community Center and Jewish Family & Career Services, for example, can’t build facilities all around the metro area, but synagogues are already everywhere. Robbins said one finding that keeps him up at night is that only 15 percent of respondents strongly agreed that local Jewish organizations were successfully addressing important community needs, while 24 percent disagreed. “We probably have as many programs and opportunities for engagement as any city in North America,” Robbins said, including one of the few Jewish music festivals, one of the two largest Jewish film festivals, such vibrant legacy institutions as JF&CS and the Marcus JCC, specialized service agencies such as the Jewish Educational Loan Fund, innovators such as Limmud Atlanta + Southeast, and 40-plus synagogues. “There are very few communities that have what we have all in one place. Much of that, by the way, is thanks to the Marcus Foundation.”

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Our vast array of services and programs serve a diverse population, both Jewish and non-Jewish. People come to us knowing we will do our best to help them or to point them in the right direction. We hold these values close to our heart: • Commitment and Integrity • Compassion and Respect • Innovation and Collaboration • Professionalism and Responsiveness • Diversity and Inclusion • Impact and Data-Driven Decision Making Aviv Older Adult Services Jewish Family & Career Services

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Provides comprehensive and proactive services for older adults and their families. • Alterman/JETS Transportation • Caregiver Support • Counseling Services • Geriatric Care Management • Holocaust Survivors Program • Information and Referral • Neuropsychological Evaluations (Dementia Screening) • NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) • Services to Older Refugees

Assists job seekers in conquering challenges in today’s workforce. • Job Seeker Services o PATH – individualized job search support o Skills training o Job placement – Our job placement specialists are dedicated to matching job seekers with the most appropriate positions. • Employer Services o Provides a support to ensure you make the best hire for your company by embracing a broad range of candidates, paving the path for productive business solutions.

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Child & Adolescent Services Jewish Family & Career Services Treats children from preschool to college through a creative and holistic approach. • Child & Family Counseling o Provides child and adolescent counseling and support in the areas of mental health, family relationships, parenting and life-cycle concerns. • Divorce Support o Support services and counseling for spouses, parents and children experiencing divorce. Services include individual counseling, group support and Collaborative Divorce. • Emergency Assistance o The mission of the program is to help people in economic crisis help themselves. We do so with dignity, respect and confidentiality. • Expressive Therapy (Art & Yoga Therapy) o Uses a combination of psychology, art media, and the creative process as a vehicle for self-expression, healing, and growth. • Information and Referrals o Assists individuals in assessing needs and accessing services. • LGBTQ Support • PAL o Jewish Big Brother/Big Sister program for children between the ages of 5 and 17 who need another nurturing relationship in their lives. • Professional Collaborations o Established by JF&CS to support our commitment to multidisciplinary treatment through a broader array of services conveniently in one location. Collaborations include Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Therapy and Speech Language Competency • Psychoeducational Evaluations o Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations that provide insight and recommendations regarding a child’s cognitive, academic, social and emotional functioning. • School-based Observations o School-based services including observation and consultation specific to individual children and/or classroom dynamics as well as specialized groups facilitated in the classroom. Parent education and support is also offered.

Counseling Services Jewish Family & Career Services Delivers professional and sensitive counseling support for individuals, couples and groups. • Chaplaincy o Visits from a chaplain to unaffiliated individuals in need of pastoral counseling. • Cradle of Love Adoption o Full range of adoption services to adoptive families and birth mothers. • Divorce Support o Support services and counseling for spouses, parents and children experiencing divorce. Services include individual counseling, group support and Collaborative Divorce. • Individual & Group Counseling o Counseling and support in areas of mental health, relationships and life-cycle concerns. • HAMSA (Helping Atlantans Manage Substance Abuse) o Community outreach, clinical support and family workshops for those suffering from addiction to drugs, alcohol and/or other substances. Confidential consultations about community resources are available. • Kosher Food Pantry o JF&CS maintains a kosher food pantry to provide this resource to clients of the agency. • Shalom Bayit (Domestic Violence) o Counseling, support group, crisis intervention and referrals for women who have been physically, emotionally or sexually abused.

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Services Jewish Family & Career Services Supports adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families and friends. • Alterman/JETS Transportation • Supported Employment & Residential Services • IndependenceWORKS • Zimmerman-Horowitz Independent Living Program

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JF&CS’ Annual Impact on our Community JF&CS’ Annual Impact on our Community For more than a century, Jewish Family & Career Services has served our community and is one of Atlanta’s longest continuously operating social service agencies. In FY16 (July 2016 - June 2017), a reported 16,700 people received For more thanfrom a century, Jewish Career Services has served our community and is one more of Atlanta’s longest direct services us across fiveFamily distinct&and integrated service areas and potentially thousands were impacted continuously social service agencies. In FY16 (July 2016 - June 2017), acommunity reported 16,700 people received indirectly asoperating family members of clients or directly through attendance at various workshops/seminars, direct services from us across five distinct and integrated service areas and potentially more were impacted trainings or service delivery through one of our collaborative communitythousands partnerships. indirectly as family members of clients or directly through attendance at various community workshops/seminars, trainings(from or service through our collaborative community partnerships. A sampling of outcomes selectdelivery programs withinone eachofservice area) reported to various funders in FY16 include:

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The MJCCA brings the community together for Jewish holidays to celebrate and learn at fun events throughout Atlanta. At the MJCCA, meaningful connections are made, Jewish values are fostered, and friendships that will last a lifetime are formed, ensuring a vibrant Atlanta Jewish community now and for future generations. The MJCCA turns everyday minutes into Jewish moments that are remembered for a lifetime.

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RELIGIOUS LIFE IN JEWISH ATLANTA

Most of Atlanta’s earliest Jews were immigrants of German descent; however, the community’s small numbers precluded the establishment of formal synagogues. In 1860 the community formed the Hebrew Benevolent Society to provide insurance, aid and burial benefits. By 1880, with a Jewish population of 600, the society received a charter and constructed the city’s first synagogue, sometimes led by Orthodox rabbis, sometimes by Reform rabbis. In 1895 the congregation firmly adopted Reform practices and changed its name to The Temple.

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Chabad of Kennesaw Center for Jewish Life & Learning Chabad of Forsyth 1480 Shiloh Road NW Congregation Beth Israel Suite 500 600 Peachtree Parkway Kennesaw 30144 Suite 110 770-400-9255 Cumming 30041 www.chabadkennesaw.org New home: Rabbi Zalman Charytan, director 795 Brannon Road Nechami Charytan, program director Cumming 30041 310-666-2218 Chabad of North Fulton www.jewishforsyth.org 10180 Jones Bridge Road Chabad Israeli Center Atlanta Rabbi Levi Mentz Alpharetta 30022 Congregation Bet Reuven Chaish Mentz 770-410-9000 4276 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road We are a warm, vibrant and invitwww.chabadnf.org Chamblee 30341 ing community in North Georgia. Mikvah 404-252-9508 Experience our uplifting and inspirRabbi Hirshy Minkowicz, director www.cicatlanta.com ing events, programs and services Kim Urbach, office manager Rabbi Mendy Gurary, co-director together with wonderful families just Chabad of North Fulton is a welcomLiba Gurary, co-director like you. ing, dynamic and vibrant community Rabbi Alexander Piekarski that offers a wide range of educationEsther Piekarski Chabad of Georgia al and outreach services to all Jews, Kari Sadeh, director of programming regardless of religious background We offer summer camp, winter camp, 5065 High Point Road Most of Atlanta’s earliest Jews were immigrants GermanWe descent; Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) or of affiliation. offer ahowever, full-service adult education, ulpan, a Judaica 404-843-2464 adult store and more. the community’s small numbers precluded thesynagogue, establishment ofeducation, formal lifecycle www.chabadga.com events, year-round programming synagogues. In 1860 the community formed The Hebrew Benevolent Society for Rabbi Yossi New, regional director all ages, summer camp, community Chabad of Cobb to provide insurance, aid, and burial benefits. By 1880, with a Jewish Dassie New outreach, counseling, and, most 4450 Lower Roswell Road population of 600, the Society received a charter and constructed Rabbi Isser New, associate director important, direct and the easycity’s access Marietta 30068 to the rabbi for anyby personal 770-565-4412 first synagogue, sometimes led by Orthodox rabbis, sometimes Reformassiswww.chabadofcobb.com rabbis. In 1895 the congregation firmly adopted Reform practices and Mikvah changed its name to The Temple. Rabbi Ephraim Silverman Chani Silverman, education and camp director Intown Jewish Academy and YJP — Young Jewish Professionals, Atlanta. Holiday awareness and community programs and lifecycle events are for the affiliated and unaffiliated. All our offerings are presented in a quality format and are always uplifting and inspiring. We look forward to welcoming you to one of our programs or events.

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The Temple Bombing The Temple was a crucial bridge to wider community acceptance for Atlanta’s Jews, with the rabbis active in interfaith activities. On Sunday, October 12, 1958, a group of white supremacists, angered by The Temple’s public support of civil rights, placed fifty sticks of dynamite by the north entrance to The Temple. No lives were lost, but the city was rocked by this act of violence that has since been chronicled in books, theater and film.

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tance you might need. Construction is underway for a new educational campus that will help us serve you even better. Chabad of Peachtree City 632 Dogwood Trail Tyrone 30290 678-595-0199 www.chabadsouthside.com Rabbi Yossi Lew, co-director Shternie Lew, co-director Chevra Ahavas Yisrael 1985 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-337-6116 www.facebook.com/cayatlanta Rabbi Yale New Congregation Beth Tefillah Chabad of Atlanta 5065 High Point Road Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-843-2464 www.bethtefillah.org Mikvah Rabbi Yossi New Rabbi Isser New Rabbi Ari Karp, youth director Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki, adult education director Reuven Gartner, COO Trevor Horwitz, president

Orthodox Congregation Anshi S’fard 1324 N. Highland Ave. Atlanta 30306 (Virginia-Highland) 404-969-6763 www.anshisfard.org Rabbi Mayer Freedman Jean Alhadeff, president Congregation Ariel 5237 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 770-390-9071 www.congariel.org Mikvah Rabbi Binyomin Friedman Rabbi Mordy Birnbaum, youth director Debbie Kalwerisky, executive director

Rabbi Moshe Klein has the attention of young Chabad of Cobb members as the sofer completes the final letters of a Torah in March 2017.

Jason Kaplan, president An Orthodox community in beautiful Dunwoody, the Ariel family welcomes Jews of all ages, stages and backgrounds with daily minyanim; classes with the rabbis; one-on-one learning; events for women; youth groups; tot Shabbat; teen barbecues; father/ son learning; a modern sanctuary and social hall; an eruv and a mikvah; and fun, learning and growth for all. Join us for High Holidays, come for a Shabbos Kiddush, attend one of our many classes, chat with the rabbis and make friends. Congregation Beit Yitzchak 6030 Goodwood Blvd. Norcross 30093 770-931-4567 www.facebook.com/BeitItzkhak Mikvah Congregation Beit Yitzchak offers catering for all your needs under AKC supervision; call 678-200-8897. Congregation Beth Jacob 1855 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-633-0551 www.bethjacobatlanta.org Mikvah Rabbi Ilan Feldman Rabbi Dov Foxbrunner, assistant rabbi Rabbi Emanuel Feldman, rabbi emeritus Rabbi Yitzchok Tendler, executive director Provided by the Atlanta Jewish Times

Josh Joel, president Beth Jacob Atlanta is truly the Orthodox synagogue for all Jews. Beth Jacob aims to inspire and motivate individuals and families at all levels of observance to strengthen their Jewish connection. We welcome Jews of all backgrounds to participate in our programs. The Atlanta Scholars Kollel and Beth Jacob co-host study groups and workshops, presenting timely topics with a Jewish perspective. On Shabbat and holidays, our synagogue is home to several concurrent services for young children, teens and beginners. Congregation Ner Hamizrach 1858 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-315-9020 www.nerhamizrach.org Mikvah l’kelim Rabbi Shmuel Khoshkerman Congregation Netzach Israel 1985 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) www.netzachisrael.org Rabbi Yehuda Boroosan The Kehilla in Sandy Springs 5075 Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30342 404-913-6131 www.thekehilla.org Rabbi Karmi David Ingber Effie Ross, administrator Matt Marks, president New Toco Shul 2003 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 770-765-7485 newtocoshul.com Rabbi Michael Broyde Rabbi Shlomo Pill Rabbi Don Seeman Young Israel of Toco Hills 2056 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-315-1417 www.yith.org Rabbi Adam Starr 39

Congregational Expansion As Atlanta lured Jewish immigrants from eastern Europe, newcomers created their own institutions. Congregation Ahavath Achim was founded in 1887, followed by Shearith Israel (1902), Anshi S'fard (1913), and Or VeShalom (1914), a Sephardic synagogue. The community grew tremendously during the last quarter of the twentieth century. By 2004, there were 38 congregations, many concentrated in the northern suburbs where Jews sought worship close to home as the city expanded. By 2006, the Atlanta Jewish population was ~120,000.

tual growth of our members. Building on over 100 years of tradition, we embrace our history and envision a strong future with innovative programming. B@OVS is rethinking how young adults (individuals and families) connect with the community, Judaism and OVS. We welcome you to experience the Sephardic warmth, culture and welcoming community.

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Ahavath Achim Synagogue 600 Peachtree Battle Ave. Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 404-355-5222 www.aasynagogue.org Rabbi Neil Sandler Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal Barry Herman, interim executive director Rob Wildstein, president

the boutique intown traditional shul. Leslie Mallard, office manager It’s a place of inspiration, comfort, Hillel Glazer, president companionship and healing. In an Our warm Modern Orthodox comeffort to break down the artificial munity celebrates a commitment to barriers and labels that separate traditional practice and observance our people, the principle of Ahavat coupled with a profound engagement and openness to the world Yisrael (love of our fellow Jew) takes around us. We are a proudly religious center stage, and all are welcome. Congregation Beth Shalom Zionist congregation that loves the That is why we offer both separate 5303 Winters Chapel Road people and land of Israel and be(mechitzah) and mixed seating for Atlanta 30360 (Dunwoody) lieves that the establishment of the men and women. We are an intimate 770-399-5300 state of Israel is of great religious sigand active congregation. We have www.bethshalomatlanta.org JewishAtlanta.org nificance. We also cherish partnering Shabbat and holiday services, weekly Rabbi Mark Zimmerman andAllparticipating with courtesy the broader educational activities, activities, historical photographs of the Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewishsocial History at the Breman Museum Loli Gross, executive director Atlanta Jewish community in the spirit and a religious school — all focused Howard Fish, president of Klal Yisrael. Under the dynamic on inspiring a thirst for G-d and JewBeth Shalom is an egalitarian, Conleadership of Rabbi Adam Starr, our ish life. servative synagogue committed to synagogue has grown significantly creating meaningful and lasting Jewand completed a spectacular, enviish experiences for our members and ronmentally friendly spiritual home in their families. We are an inclusive, September 2014. spiritual Jewish community providing

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Traditional Congregation Shaarei Shamayim 1600 Mount Mariah Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-417-0472 www.shaareishamayim.com Rabbi Mark Hillel Kunis David Krombach, office manager/ treasurer David Fink, president Congregation Shaarei Shamayim is 40

Congregation Or VeShalom 1681 North Druid Hills Road Brookhaven 30319 404-633-1737 www.orveshalom.org Rabbi Hayyim Kassorla Adam Kofinas, executive director Richard Maslia, president Sim Pearl, Brookhaven Bayit@OVS director Congregation Or VeShalom is a Sephardic synagogue in Brookhaven. At 400 families strong, we are dedicated to the spiritual and intellec2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

a warm, nurturing environment where we pray, learn, educate and perpetuate Torah and Jewish values. We are a shul with a strong culture of welcoming. Shabbat and holiday services are a special time at Beth Shalom. We are committed to sharing the joys of our simchas and supporting one another during life’s challenges. We encourage our members to support the Jewish community, the state of Israel and world Jewry and engage in tikkun olam. We are a true community built on lasting relationships.

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OF ALL DENOMINATIONS Congregation B’nai Torah 700 Mount Vernon Highway Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 404-257-0537 www.bnaitorah.org Rabbi Joshua Heller Rabbi Hillel Konigsburg Natalie Sarnat, executive director Alan Smirin, president Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills Parkway Marietta 30068 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Rabbi Daniel Dorsch Rabbi Shalom J. Lewis Marty Gilbert, executive director and COO Todd Surden, president Congregation Etz Chaim is a Conservative congregation entering its 43nd year with a new executive director and new youth director joining Rabbi Dorsch, who arrived in July 2016. The signature Lilmode adult education program provides free events open to the public throughout the year.

404-250-3338 www.or-hadash.org Rabbi Mario Karpuj Rabbi Analia Bortz Erica Hruby, executive director Marc Medwed, president Or Hadash is an egalitarian, Conservative congregation dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming Jewish environment in which to build spiritual and social connections through prayer, learning, music and tikkun olam. We believe that a caring community is a holy community. Since our founding in 2003, Or Hadash has become a thriving community that includes Shabbat and holiday experiences, Machon Hadash and youth programming, activities for families, adult education, and events for adults of all ages. Congregants will tell you that Or Hadash is more than a synagogue community; it is an extended family.

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THE FLORENCE MELTON SCHOOL Reconstructionist OF ADULT JEWISH LEARNING Congregation Shearith Israel 1180 University Drive Atlanta 30306 (Morningside) 404-873-1743 shearithisrael.com Rabbi Ari Kaiman Jodi Salomon, executive director Rick Kaplan, president With more than 110 years of history, Congregation Shearith Israel has entered its next chapter. Shearith Israel is an egalitarian, Conservative synagogue devoted to spiritual and religious enrichment, Jewish education and community. At Shearith Israel, we closely follow Jewish tradition while having the insights of modern thought. For more than 100 years, we

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have served Atlanta by providing a rich environment for pursuing Jewish spirituality, learning and friendship. Rabbi Ari Kaiman and our congregation embrace members and friends, and we look forward to having you join us for Shabbat or an upcoming event, including countless opportunities to participate in social, cultural, spiritual, educational and community service programs.

Congregation Bet Haverim 2074 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-315-6446 www.congregationbethaverim.org Rabbi Josh Lesser Amy Robertson, executive director Shoshana Ben-Yoar, president Congregation Bet Haverim is a Reconstructionist synagogue founded by lesbians and gay men and embracing all Jews and their loved ones. Shabbat services include Erev Shabbat with music from our chorus, tot Shabbat for little ones, a chant service and a monthly Shabbat dinner. We also offer Parent ’n’ Me and Sing ’n’ Play programs for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

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FOR JEWISH LEARNING AND ENGAGEMENT, RANGING FROM TRADITIONAL TO CUTTING EDGE MODELS tradition with innovation to create a vibrant and warm atmosphere that is inviting to all who walk through the famous red doors on Peachtree Street. In addition to upholding The Temple’s deep-seated roots within the greater Atlanta community, The Temple’s clergy and staff have dedicated themselves to engaging with each congregant. From young professionals and new families to those who have called Atlanta home for generations, everyone finds The Temple to be a place of solace, celebration and friendship.

Mail: PO Box 142481 Fayetteville 30214 678-817-7162 bnai-israel.net Susan Burden, cantorial soloist Angela Ellis, administrator David Rosenberg, president Congregation Dor Tamid 11165 Parsons Road Johns Creek 30097 770-623-8860 www.dortamid.org Rabbi Jordan Ottenstein Mike Zuspan, cantorial soloist Kerry Sbat, temple administrator Rob Lederman, president Congregation Ner Tamid 1349 Old Highway 41 Suite 220 Marietta 30060 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.info Rabbi Joseph Prass Michael Gutenstein, president

Temple Beth David 1885 McGee Road Snellville 30078 770-978-3916 www.gwinnetttemple.com Barry Nickelsberg, president Temple Beth David began in 1981 as the first formal Jewish presence in Gwinnett County. TBD provides a continuing spirit of worship and service that does not sacrifice the family closeness. TBD offers weekly services, holiday celebrations, lifecycle events and educational programs. TBD, which is conducting a search for a new rabbi, hopes to remain and grow as an integral part of the Gwinnett and Atlanta communities. It is also our hope that other interested families will become active in our future.

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The Temple 1589 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-873-1731 www.the-temple.org Senior Rabbi Peter Berg Rabbi Loren Filson Lapidus Rabbi David Spinrad Rabbi Steven Rau, director of lifelong learning Rabbi Lydia Medwin, director of congregational engagement and outreach Rabbi Emeritus Alvin Sugarman Cantor Deborah Hartman Mark Jacobson, executive director Lauren Grien, president The Temple, founded in 1867, blends

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Harlan Graiser, president Temple Emanu-El 1580 Spalding Drive Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 770-395-1340 www.templeemanuelatlanta.org Rabbi Spike Anderson Rabbi Scott Colbert Rabbi Emeritus Stanley Davids Cantor Lauren Furman Adesnik Stephen Blick, executive director Art Katz and Rick Shapiro, co-presidents Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green St. Roswell 30075 770-641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org Rabbi Harvey Winokur Lori Dreffin, president Temple Kehillat Chaim in Roswell draws from a five-county area. We are a friendly, inclusive synagogue that welcomes all types of families. We have programs for tots through senior adults. Our religious school is held only on Sundays. It features the Institute of Southern Jewish Life curriculum, which engages students’ imaginations as they gain Jewish values. Our families are given their own b’nai mitzvah dates, allowing for maximum participation on Shabbat eve and morning. Our Brotherhood, Sisterhood and youth groups are actively involved in the temple and community. Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road Marietta 30062 770-973-3533 www.kolemeth.net 43

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Temple Sinai 5645 Dupree Drive Sandy Springs 30327 404-252-3073 www.templesinaiatlanta.org Senior Rabbi Ron Segal all. GuardiansOFFERING of the Torah is also an DIFFERENT ORGANIZATIONS OPPORTUNITIES Rabbi Brad Levenberg organization that supports police and Rabbi Samantha Shabman FOR JEWISH LEARNING AND safety ENGAGEMENT, other public officers and first Rabbi Emeritus Phil Kranz in need of spiritual Congregation Kehillat HaShem RANGING FROMresponders TRADITIONAL TO CUTTING EDGEsupMODELS Bunzl Family Cantorial Chair Beth port. We profess our devotion to G-d, 640 Stone House Lane NW Schafer Metro Atlanta continues to be a destination for Jewish students, our commitment to young studying Torah, Marietta 30064 Jack Feldman, executive director our steadfast support for the people 770-218-8094 and families from all over the country — and when young Marcia Nuffer,professionals president and the state of Israel, and our love of www.rabbiatlanta.com Temple Sinai is a vibrant Reform families move here, Bubbe and Zayde frequently There is an We are the follow. United States of America. Rabbi Jeffery Feinstein congregation in Sandy Springs that funded through the generous contriWe are an inclusive congregation that values lifelong Jewish learning, asense of undeniable opportunity and openness here, with an unusual butions of our followers. There are no is free and open to all at no charge. warm spirit of community, a sense of and no other assessments. Shabbat areassets held on the array ofservices Jewish forseca citydues of our size and age. inclusivity and active participation in ond Shabbat of each month at 10:30 Jewish life. Our community serves Shema Yisrael — a.m. Bar and bat mitzvah tutoring, as a center of Jewish life and as an The Open Synagogue weddings, baby namings and other extended, caring family for which 6065 Roswell Road lifecycle services may be scheduled we provide a Jewish context for life Suite 3018 directly with Rabbi Feinstein. experiences. Our congregation ofAtlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) JewishAtlanta.org fers many avenues for involvement, Services at Unity welcomes participation in our leader- Guardians of the Torah 3597 Parkway Lane PO Box 767981 ship and continually challenges itself Norcross 30092 Roswell 30076 to meet the needs of our members. 404-998-5410 770-286-3477 We welcome all who wish to particiwww.shemaweb.org pate, regardless of age, marital status, guardiansofthetorah.com Cantor Herb Cole Rabbi Richard Baroff, president sexual orientation or financial means. Bob Bahr Guardians of the Torah is a congreEugen Schoenfeld gation without walls that is open to

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Leil Selichot — Saturday night, Sept. 16 The community gathers to recite penitential prayers in preparation for the High Holidays. Rosh Hashanah — Wednesday nightFriday night, Sept. 20-22 Rosh Hashanah (literally the head of the year) marks the birthday of creation, commemorating the creation of Adam and Eve, the first humans. Man was the first to acknowledge G-d’s kingship over the universe, and on Rosh Hashanah we renew this commitment to G-d and His commandments. Fast of Gedaliah — Sunday, Sept. 24 On 3 Tishrei, we commemorate the assassination of Gedaliah ben Achikam, the governor of the First Jewish Commonwealth in the Holy Land. The result of his assassination in 582 B.C.E. was the end of Jewish autonomy in the land of Israel. Healthy men and women should fast from dawn until dark. Yom Kippur — Friday night-Saturday night, Sept. 29-30 Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. It is a day of spiritual cleansing: We acknowledge our shortcomings and transgressions and make a firm resolution for a better future; G-d promises us forgiveness and the chance for a fresh start. We refrain from work and avoid food or drink, washing, the use of oils or lotions, marital relations, and leather shoes. 46

A whole lot of shaking is going on in the Weber School sukkah in October 2016 as freshmen Sydney Fialkow and Avi Young join Rabbi Pamela Gottfried with the lulavs while Chaya Lieberman laughs along.

October 2017

Sukkot — Wednesday night-Wednesday night, Oct. 4-11 The name of Sukkot is derived from sukkah (hut). In commemoration of the protective “clouds of glory” with which G-d surrounded the Jewish people on their way out of Egypt, we live in makeshift huts during the seven days of this holiday. Shemini Atzeret — Wednesday nightThursday night, Oct. 12-13 Simchat Torah — Thursday nightFriday night, Oct. 13-14 Simchat Torah marks the completion of the reading of the Torah in its annual cycle. On the evening of Simchat Torah — and on the previous evening of Shemini Atzeret in many communities — we make seven hakafot (circuits) around the table on which the Torah is read, dancing and rejoicing with the Torah scrolls. During morning services on Simchat Torah, we complete the Torah, reading the last portion. We immediately start reading the Torah from the beginning again, remembering that the Torah is an endless source of wisdom, each cycle challenging us to discover its everdeeper meaning.

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With emcee Josh Levs standing to the side, candles in two chanukiahs help illuminate a Chanukah reception hosted by the Indian Consulate in December 2016.

day night, Dec. 12-20 The kindling of a special nine-candle menorah, the chanukiah, is the focal point of Chanukah, symbolizing religious freedom and the strength of the Jewish spirit. The menorah is kindled on each of the eight nights of Chanukah, adding a candle each night. The menorah is placed at the left side of a central doorway of the home or at the front window. The candles should be lighted immediately after sunset and should be prepared so that they will remain aflame for at least a half-hour after dusk. In keeping with Shabbat observance, the menorah is lighted before the Shabbat candles on Friday evening and after the Havdalah ceremony at the end of Shabbat. Gather all family members and light the shamash, the service candle. Recite the proper blessings, then light the candles from left to right. Then place the shamash at its designated place, separated from the other candles. Fast of the 10th of Tevet — Thursday, Dec. 28 In 588 B.C.E. on the 10th of Tevet, the armies of Nebuchadnezzar laid siege to Jerusalem, an operation that culminated in the destruction of the Temple on 9 Av in 586 B.C.E. As a result, the Jewish people were exiled to Babylonia for 70 years. Healthy men and women should fast from dawn until dark.

January 2018

Tu B’Shevat — Tuesday nightWednesday night, Jan. 30-31 In Jewish tradition, the 15th day of Shevat marks the new year for the trees, opening the season in which trees begin to bud in the Holy Land. It is customary to celebrate by enjoying fruit, especially the five fruits mentioned in the Torah in connection with Israel: grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates.

February 2018

Purim — Wednesday night-Thursday night, Feb. 28-March 1 The story of Purim, as told in Megillat Esther, is as fascinating and spellbinding as any best seller, but the name of G-d is not mentioned even once. Within the intricate details of the scroll, however, we can see the unmistakable work of G-d. The closer we examine the story, the more we

Participants come in all shapes and sizes at the Toco Hills Purim parade, organized by Congregation Beth Jacob.

discover that even seemingly insignificant events are precisely arranged by the Almighty.

March 2018

Passover — Friday night-Saturday night, March 30-April 7 On Passover (Pesach), we celebrate the birth of the Jewish nation through our miraculous redemption from Egypt. Pesach is celebrated by refraining from eating or even owning any foods that are chametz (leav-

ened) and by participating in a seder dinner on the first two nights of the holiday. During the seder, we drink four cups of wine (or grape juice), remembering the redemption and its four stages; ask the Four Questions and retell the story of Passover and the miracles of our redemption; eat matzah, the unleavened bread that isn’t allowed to rise, remembering the simple bread of slaves and the swiftness of the redemption from Egypt; and eat maror (bitter herbs), remembering the bitterness of enslavement. The eighth and final day of Pesach is ‫ב"ה‬

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associated with the ultimate redemption through the Messiah and our fervent hope for that day to arrive soon.

April 2018

Pesach Sheni — Saturday night-Sunday night, April 28-29 When the Temple stood in Jerusalem, this day offered a second chance to offer the Passover sacrifice for those who had been unable to bring offerings at the appropriate time. It is customary to eat matzah on this day.

May 2018

Lag B’Omer — Wednesday nightThursday night, May 2-3 In the early second century C.E. on the 33rd day of the Omer — the seven-week period between Passover and Shavuot — the students of Rabbi Akiva, the greatest sage of that era, ceased to die from an epidemic. Years later, on the same date, Rabbi Akiva’s student Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, who wrote the Zohar (the seminal work of Kabbalah), died. Having fulfilled his mission in this world, he asked that the anniversary of his death be celebrated as a joyous occasion. The day is marked with festivi-

ties and bonfires. Thousands journey to rejoice in the town of Meron, the site of Rabbi Shimon’s resting place. Shavuot — Saturday night-Monday night, May 19-21 Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. It is on this day that we became G-d’s “chosen people,” and He formed a bond with us that will never be broken. The holiday features all-night study of Torah the first night, the reading of the Ten Commandments in the synagogue on the first day and the eating of a festive dairy meal on the first day. We receive our spiritual nourishment from the Torah like an infant drinking milk.

July 2018

Fast of 17 Tammuz — Sunday, July 1 The 17th of Tammuz commemorates the breach of the walls of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 C.E. after a lengthy siege. The destruction of the Second Temple followed on the 9th of Av. Tisha B’Av — Saturday night-Sunday night, July 21-22 The 9th of Av has been a sad day on the Jewish calendar from the earliest

Chabad Israeli Center Rabbi Mendy Gurary toasts a marshmallow in the Lag B’Omer bonfire held at the Brookhaven shul in 2016.

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days of our history as a people. One year after our forefathers left Egypt, it was on this date that G-d punished that generation, decreeing that they would wander the desert for 40 years and never enter the Holy Land. The focus of our mourning, however, is on the destruction on this date of both Temples. Tu B’Av — Friday, July 27 Rabbi Shimon ben Gamliel said there were no greater festivals for Israel than the 15th of Av and Yom Kippur. On these days the daughters of Jerusalem would go out, dance in the vineyards and say, “Young man, raise your eyes and see which you select for yourself” (Talmud, Taanit 26b). Tu B’Av is the Jewish festival of love.

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Congregation B’nai school director Torah Preschool The Sunshine School 700 Mount Vernon Temple Kol Emeth Highway Sandy Springs 30328 1415 Old Canton Road Marietta 30062 404-257-1733 678-812-3720 www.bnaitorah.org/b-nai-torah-prewww.atlantajcc.org/interior-pages/ school At the turn of the century, Atlanta Jews created the Jewish Educational Ahava Early Learning Center preschool-east-cobb Hilary Alliance, which focused on the Americanization of immigrants and Miller, early childhood educa600 Peachtree Battle Ave. provided a place for training classes and Hebrew language instruction, Raye Lynn Banks, director tion director Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) plus meeting rooms for Jewish clubs and organizations. Access to public 404-900-9411 education was seen as the key to assimilation and success. David Mayer, a Temple Sinai Preschool Etz Chaim Preschool Confederate veteran and Atlanta businessman, spearheaded the effort to ahavalearning.org 5645 Dupree Drive 1190 Indian Hills Parkway establish a public school system for Atlanta’s white children and founded Hannah Williams, director Atlanta 30327 (Sandy Springs Marietta 30068 the Atlanta school board. templesinaiatlanta.org/lifelong-learn770-977-3384 Aleftbet Preschool ing/preschool etzchaim.net/preschool Congregation Beth Shalom 404-255-6200, ext. 357 Debbie Deutsch, director of early 5303 Winters Chapel Road Jamah Maman, preschool director childhood education EMORY DENTAL SCHOOL SCANDAL Atlanta 30360 (Dunwoody) In the 1940s and 1950s, Emory University’s dental 770-399-7622 school systematically and surreptitiously flunked Weinberg Early Learning Center Gesher L’Torah Preschool 65% of its Jewish students. Dr. Perry Brickman, who alefbetpreschool.com was a B-plus student as an Emory undergraduate The Temple 4320 Kimball Bridge Road and earned early admission to the dental school, Risa Walter, director of education 1589 Peachtree St. NE 30022 flunked out after his Freshman year.Alpharetta He finished dental school at University of Tennessee and had a Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 770-777-4090 successful dental career back in Atlanta. Sixty years Beth Jacob Preschool At the turn of the century, Atlanta Jews created the Jewish Educational 404-872-8668 www.gltorah.org/glt-preschool later Dr. Brickman’s dogged research exposed the 1855 LaVista Road anti-Semitic scandal and forced a formal apology Alliance, which focused on the Americanization of immigrants and the-temple.org/Learn/WeinbergEarly Jennifer Bouknight, director from Hills) the university. Atlanta 30329 (Toco provided a place for training classes and Hebrew language instruction, LearningCenter(WELC).aspx 678-224-6649 plus meeting rooms for Jewish clubs and organizations. Access to public Kornblum, co-director Intown Jewish Preschooleducation was seen Annetta as the key to assimilation and success. David Mayer, a www.bethjacobatlanta.org/preschool. Mindy Pincus, co-director 604 Cooledge Ave. NE Confederate veteran and Atlanta businessman, spearheaded the effort to html Atlanta 30306 (Midtown) establish a public school system for Atlanta’s white children and founded Robyn Grossblatt, preschool director FEMALE EDUCATION PIONEER the Atlanta school board. The Weinstein School 404-898-0438 Born in Hungary, Jewish Atlantan Marcus Jewish Community Center intownjewishpreschool.org Beth Tikvah Annie Teitelbaum Wise Early served asChildhood Edu5342 Tilly Mill Road Dena Schusterman, executive direcPrincipal of the city’s Commercial cation Center High School from 1911-1927. In 1919, Dunwoody 30338 tor at the age ofColeman 55, she became the 9955 Road EMORY DENTAL SCHOOL SCANDAL 678-812-3833 Elie Estrin, director first female admitted to Georgia Roswell 30075 In the 1940s and 1950s, Emory University’s dental Tech, its first graduate, and its first Kim Sucan, director school systematically and surreptitiously flunked female instructor. This milestone 770-642-4168 65% of its Jewish students. Dr. Perry Brickman, who happened three years before the Morah Carol’s Place bethtikvahpreschool.com was a B-plus student as an Emory undergraduate passage of the nineteenth Congregation Or VeShalom and earned early admission to the dental school, amendment and Georgia Tech’s Susan Cosden, director of congregaflunked out after his Freshman year. He finished official recognition of admittance 1681 N. Druid Hills Road NE dental school at University of Tennessee and had a for women. tional learning Atlanta 30319 (Brookhaven) successful dental career back in Atlanta. Sixty years Jewish Kids Groups later Dr. Brickman’s dogged research exposed the 617-275-3021 1440 Spring St. NW anti-Semitic scandal and forced a formal apology Chaya Mushka Children’s House www.morahcarolsplace.com from the university. Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 5065 High Point Road NE Carol Epstein, director and founder 404-913-9554 Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) www.jewishkidsgroups.com 404-843-9582 Schiff Preschool chayamushka.org/preschool Temple Emanu-El Dassie New, director and founder FEMALE EDUCATION PIONEER 1580 Spalding Born in Hungary, Jewish Atlantan Drive Annie Teitelbaum Wise served as Chaya Mushka Children’s House JewishAtlanta.org Principal of the city’s Commercial Atlanta 30350 All historical photographs courtesy of the Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewish History at the Breman Museum North High School from 1911-1927. 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Ana Robbins, executive director Middle School Jewish Kids Groups is a Hebrew 7901 Roberts Drive school that feels just like summer Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) researchers have distinguished themselves at all of our top academic camp, with a focus on fun, experi770-804-9191 institutions. Temima — Richard & Jean Katz High ential learning and fostering Jewish www.davisacademy.org School for Girls friendships. We serve families of all Amy Shafron, head of school 1839 LaVista Road backgrounds, including those from Drew Frank, principal and associate ACCREDITED Atlanta 30329 JEWISH (TocoELEMENTARY Hills) interfaith and unaffiliated famihead of school SCHOOLS lies. JKG offers a Sunday program Rabbi Micah Lapidus, director of Jew- 404-315-0507 www.temima.org ACCREDITED (with locations in Old Fourth Ward, ish and Hebrew studies JEWISH HIGH SCHOOLS Brookhaven, Dunwoody and AlFrom age 4 through eighth grade, the Miriam Feldman, head of school pharetta) for students in preschool Davis Academy provides a challengOVER through seventh grade and an aftering and enriching education based ATLANTA KIDS RECEIVING IMMERSIVE INFORMAL JEWISH EDUCATION school program in Morningside for on an innovative, student-centric JEWISH PRECHOOLS kindergartners through fifth-graders. curriculum. The learning happens not only in classrooms, but also in stateTorah Day School of Atlanta of-the-art science labs, a calming 1985 LaVista Road outdoor nature sanctuary, creativityAtlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) driving idea labs and video conferences with students from around the ATLANTA404-982-0800 KIDS RECEIVING IMMERSIVE INFORMAL JEWISH EDUCATION www.torahday.org THROUGH JEWISH OVERNIGHT CAMP EXPERIENCES globe. We teach life skills, instill JewAtlanta Jewish Academy Leslee Morris, admissions director ish values and provide diverse experi5200 Northland Drive Peshie Kasloff, head of general studences so that our students become Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) ies well-balanced and self-confident 404-843-9900 Linda Rabinowitz, academic dean individuals. The results can be seen atljewishacademy.org WITH THE a K-8 Torah Day AFFILIATED School of Atlanta, when students stand in front of their Rabbi Ari Leubitz, head of school TAM INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH elementary school, provides anSTUDIES aupeers to present their thoughts and AT EMORY UNIVERSITY thentic Torah education and a robust ideas or as they graduate to attend Chaya Mushka Children’s House — the high schools and colleges of their general studies curriculum in a warm Elementary & Middle School choice, start their own nonprofit orga- and nurturing environment. Our dedi135 West Wieuca Road NE cated staff infuses students with a nizations, or grow through the ranks Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) passion for learning, a love of mitzvot in their chosen fields. The foundation 404-843-0118 and chesed, and a strong connection they receive at the Davis Academy, chayamushka.org/elementary to Eretz Yisrael. TDSA is the foundathe nation’s largest Reform Jewish Rabbi Michoel Druin, head of school tion for Jewish continuity and a vital day school, provides students with This Jewish Montessori school compart of the fabric of the Atlanta Jewexemplary academic, leadership and bines rigorous Judaics and genish community. life skills. Students and the greater eral studies with the warmth of the community are enjoying new facilities Chabad philosophy. that opened in January, including the The Felicia Penzell Weber School 6751 Roswell Road 600-seat, state-of-the-art Rosenberg The Alfred & Adele Davis Academy Performing Arts Theatre, the Kaufman Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) Lower School 404-917-2500 Chapel, a Lower School dining hall 8105 Roberts Drive www.weberschool.org and kitchen, and four adaptable Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) Rabbi Ed Harwitz, head of school learning spaces. 770-671-0085

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Rise Arkin, director of admissions Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael 1458 Holly Lane Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-320-1444 www.ohryisrael.org Rabbi Avrohom Tkatch, menahel (principal) Non-Jewish Private Schools Atlanta Girls’ School 3254 Northside Parkway NW Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 404-845-0900 atlantagirlsschool.org Ayanna Hill-Gill, head of school Ben Franklin Academy 1585 Clifton Road NE Atlanta 30303 (East Atlanta) 404-633-7404 www.benfranklinacademy.org Martha Burdette, head of school The Cottage School 700 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell 30075 770-641-8688 www.cottageschool.org Steve Palmer, head of school Brenda Hall, director of admissions The Cottage School has provided a comprehensive program for middle and high school students with learning differences for 32 years. Last August, TCS expanded its program by adding fourth- and fifth-graders. TCS offers a unique program that focuses on small class sizes, a collaborative student/teacher environment and a work-based model that promotes self-advocacy and fosters self-confidence. TCS provides an accredited academic college preparatory curriculum that meets Georgia graduation standards and HOPE Scholarship requirements. Experiential classes and clubs include archery, drama, forensics and horticulture. The school’s 23-acre campus includes computer and science labs, a multipurpose athletic and performing arts facility, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and trails for mountain biking and run54

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Ecole du Samedi 1098 Wynford Commons Marietta, GA 30064 Campus Atlanta International School 2890 North Fulton Drive Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 770-634-6228 www.frenchschoolatlanta.org Marc Mallet, director

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Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School 805 Mount Vernon Highway Atlanta 30327 (Sandy Springs) 404-255-4026 www.hies.org Paul Barton, head of school Pace Academy 966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 404-262-1345 www.paceacademy.org Fred Assaf, head of school Syreeta Moseley, head of lower school Graham Anthony, head of middle school Michael Gannon, head of upper school Pace Academy serves 1,115 students in grades pre-first through 12. The coeducational, college-preparatory day school strives to create prepared, confident citizens of the world through rigorous academic experiences, innovative global leadership programs, character education and close student-teacher relationships. Pace Academy’s student-teacher ratio is 9-to-1, and class sizes average 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

Riverside Military Academy 2001 Riverside Drive Gainesville 30501 770-538-2938 www.cadet.com Adriane Seymour, Director of Communications Army Col. William J. Gallagher (retired), president Army Reserve Maj. James Corbin, dean of enrollment management Riverside Military Academy’s Summer Leadership Education Adventure Development (LEAD) program is designed to support young men seeking to strengthen their academic skills and is open to any rising seventh- to 12th-grade boy from any middle or high school. Saint Francis Schools 9375 Willeo Road Roswell 30075 770-641-8257 www.saintfrancisschools.com Drew Buccellato, headmaster Ellen Brown, director of admissions Saint Francis offers students an exceptional college preparatory program in a unique learning environment. Small classes, a low teacherto-pupil ratio and the incorporation of a strong study skills program within the general curriculum enable us to

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challenge each student to the maximum of his or her ability. Springmont School 5750 Long Island Drive NW Atlanta 30327 (Sandy Springs) 404-252-3910 www.springmont.com Jerri King, head of school Andrea Restifo, director of admission and communications As the oldest Montessori school in the Southeast, Springmont offers an educational experience unlike any other in metro Atlanta. Students from 18 months to middle school are engaged at every level in hands-on, project-based learning, guiding curious minds toward meaningful discoveries. Through lessons taught inside and outside the classroom, students are inspired to understand their impact on the world. Springmont’s toptier middle school is a springboard to Atlanta’s premier high schools. Because of the intimate learning atmosphere, students discern how best to work in diverse groups, hone time management skills and articulate complex ideas drawn from critical thinking. The Westminster Schools 1424 W. Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 404-355-8673 www.westminster.net Keith Evans, president Westminster is a Christian, independent day school for boys and girls that seeks to serve students who are bright, motivated, curious and nurtured by challenge in an environment that develops leaders of conscience who will be a positive force in the world. The school was founded in 1951, guided by a mission to prepare 56

students for college and for life. With a current enrollment of approximately 1,860 students in pre-first through 12th grades, Westminster fulfills its mission through a dynamic curriculum that engages children across the key dimensions of their growth — academic, physical and spiritual. Woodward Academy 1662 Rugby Ave. College Park 30037 404-765-4001 www.woodward.edu Stuart Gulley, president Rebecca Eckstein, vice president for admissions and enrollment management Founded in 1900, Woodward Academy is the largest independent day school in the continental United States and offers a full-range of college preparatory instructional tracks to students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade on two campuses. Woodward pulls students from 23 metro Atlanta counties, making the campus truly a microcosm of this richly diverse city.

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North Springs Charter High School 7447 Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30328 470-254-2490 www.northspringshigh.com Michael Hanson, principal American Hebrew Academy 4334 Hobbs Road Greensboro, NC 27410 336-217-7072 www.americanhebrewacademy.org Glenn Drew, CEO and general counsel 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

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Applerouth Tutoring 1768 Century Blvd. NE Suite B Atlanta 30345 (Northeast Atlanta) 404-728-0661 www.applerouth.com Children’s Special Services, LLC 7501 Auden Trail Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 770-394-9791 www.childrens-services.com Susan N. Schriber Orloff, OTR/l FAOTA, CEO and executive director Occupational therapy serving children, from toddlers through teens, for handwriting, social skills, sensory integration, organization, transition skills and behavioral interventions for academic and life success. CollegeBridge LLC 2950 Mount Wilkinson Parkway Suite 712 Atlanta 30339 (Vinings) 404-983-4573 collegebridge.net Steven W. Cook, Ph.D., owner College counseling that empowers students to shape their future. Doherty Educational Consultants 2856 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 200 Marietta 30062 470-268-6635 www.dohertyedu.com Huntington Learning Center 5500 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Suite 5A Dunwoody 30338 770-394-2626 huntingtonhelps.com/center/dunwoody Len Silverman, executive director Lois Quiggle, center director Huntington Learning Centers help students of all ages build the skills,

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Alpha Epislon Pi 8815 Wesleyan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268 317-876-1913 www.aepi.org Andrew Borans, executive director Robert A. and Sandra S. Borns Jewish Studies Program Indiana University Global and International Studies Building, 4-East 355 N. Jordan Ave. Bloomington, IN 47405 812-855-0453 www.indiana.edu/~jsp/index.shtml Mark Roseman, director Hillels of Georgia 735 Gatewood Drive Atlanta 30322 (East Atlanta) 404-963-2548 hillelsofgeorgia.org Rabbi Russ Shulkes, executive director Rollins School of Public Health Emory University 1518 Clifton Road NE Room 244 MS: 1518-002-2AA Atlanta 30322 (East Atlanta) 404-727-8711 www.sph.emory.edu Jim Curran, dean Rabbi Donald A. Tam Institute for 58

Yeshiva University 500 W. 185th St. New York, NY 10033 212-960-5400 www.yu.edu Rabbi Ari Berman, president

Atlanta Scholars Kollel 1959 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-321-4085 www.atlantakollel.org Rabbi Doniel Pransky, rosh kollel Rabbi David Silverman, dean Jewish outreach in Atlanta, with locations in Toco Hills, Dunwoody and Morningside and classes and events throughout metro Atlanta. Intown Jewish Academy 928 Ponce de Leon Ave. Atlanta 30306 (Poncey-Highland) 404-898-0434 intownjewishacademy.org Rabbi Ari Sollish

Kollel Ner Hamizrach 1858 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-594-5999 kollelnh.org Rabbi Eliezer Cohen, rosh kollel Rabbi David Kapenstein, executive director Rabbi Shmuel Khoshkerman, nasi Also holding classes at The Kehilla in Sandy Springs, 5075 Roswell Road, and Congregation Beit Yitzchak, 6030 Goodwood Blvd., Norcross. Limmud Atlanta + Southeast 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-507-6322 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

limmudse.org Paul Flexner, president Neshama Littman, program manager Join us Sept. 1 to 4 at Ramah Darom for Limmud 2017. Limmud takes place every year over Labor Day weekend and is a celebration and festival of Jewish thought, arts, culture, life, learning and teaching. A gathering of hundreds of Jews from all walks of life, all Jewish backgrounds, all lifestyles and all ages, Limmud offers a full schedule of workshops, discussions, arts, music, performances, text study and much more, all planned by a community of volunteers.

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Dale Carnegie of Georgia 4151 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Suite 140 Atlanta 30319 (Brookhaven) 404-634-8100 atlanta.dalecarnegie.com Gwinett County Public Library 1001 Lawrenceville Highway Lawrenceville 30046 770-978-5154 www.gwinnettpl.org Jeff Justice’s Comedy Workshoppe 273 Eureka Drive NE Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-312-3404 Jeff Justice, owner Presentation skills and stand-up comedy. Learn the art of stand-up comedy in six weeks with Atlanta’s top comedy teacher, Jeff Justice. The class meets Monday evenings at the Punchline comedy club. Milner Driving School 255 Village Parkway Suite 530 Marietta 30067 770-984-9005 milnerdrivingschool.com Kent G. Milner Jr., instructor Decide to drive safely and skillfully.

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Abernathy Arts Center 254 Johnson Ferry Road Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 404-613-6172 www.fultonarts.org/index.php/artcenters/abernathy-arts-center Pamela Kramer, senior arts program coordinator Laura Martin, center manager Atlanta International School Language Camp 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 404-841-3880 www.aischool.org/summercamps Camp Barney Medintz 4165 Highway 129 North Cleveland 30528 706-865-2715 Not in session: 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 678-812-3844 www.campbarney.org Jim Mittenthal, director Camp Coleman 201 Camp Coleman Drive Cleveland 30528 706-865-4111 60

Not in session: Temple Emanu-El 1580 Spalding Drive Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 770-671-8971 campcoleman. org Bobby Harris, director

co-directors­ Camp Living Wonders is the Southeast’s only Jewish residential summer camp built to empower people 7 and older with special needs — including autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, Fragile X, PDD and LD/ADD/ADHD/NODD — and their families to integrate into the community with confidence and independence.

Camp Gan Israel East Cobb 4450 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 770-565-4412 www.cgicobb.org

Camp Museum of Design Atlanta (MoDA) 1315 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-979-6455 www.museumofdesign.org Blair Banks

Camp Gan Israel — North Fulton 10180 Jones Bridge Road

Camp Ramah Darom 70 Darom Lane Clayton 30525 Not in session: 6400 Power Ferry Road Suite 215 Atlanta 30339 (Sandy Springs) 404-531-0801 www.ramahdarom.org Fredrick Levick, CEO Geoff Menkowitz, camp director Rooted in a strong foundation of Jewish culture and tradition, Ramah Darom offers experiential, inclusive programs for all ages from summer camp and family camps to multigenerational retreats all year long. Our beautiful 122-acre campus in the North Georgia mountains boasts world-class amenities, top-notch accommodations and delicious kosher food.

Alpharetta 30022 770-410-9000 www.cginf.com Rabbi Hirshy Minkowicz, director Fun, enjoyable and memorable summers for your children. Camp Gan Israel of Atlanta 4276 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30341 (Brookhaven) 404-252-9508 www.ganisraelatl.com Liba Leah Gurary, executive director Camp Judaea 48 Camp Judaea Lane Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-685-8841 Not in session: 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-634-7883 www.campjudaea.org Walter Synalovski, executive director Camp Living Wonders 5425 Powers Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 (Sandy Springs) 678-888-2259 www.camplivingwonders.org Noah and Chanie Pawliger, 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

Camp Walkabout 171 Baylor School Road Chatanooga, TN 37405 423-267-8506, ext. 827 www.baylorschool.org/summer/overnight-camps/camp-walkabout Chastain Horse Park 4371 Powers Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 404-252-4244 www.chastainhorsepark.org

Circus Camp PO Box 1797 Decatur 30031 404-370-0001 www.circuscamp.org Samantha and Tim Dwyer, directors Sessions are held at the Friends School in Decatur and at the Epstein School and the Davis Academy in Sandy Springs. In the City Camp 2897 N. Druid Hills Road No. 344 Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-698-1134 www.inthecitycamp.com Eileen Price, founder and executive director Allison Boaz, managing director In the City Camp is Atlanta’s coolest Jewish day camp. Sports, swimming, arts and crafts, magic, field trips, community service, music, and Israeli cooking — we do it all while creating lifelong friendships, strengthening

life skills and forming meaningful connections with the Jewish community. Kid campers (K-fifth grade) choose their activities and go on a day trip every week while making friends and connecting with positive Jewish role model counselors. Tween campers (sixth to eighth grades) travel to weekly overnights, volunteer in the community, strengthen 21st century skills and spend time at the pool with Jewish friends from all over Atlanta. Judaic Mosaic Songwriting & Recording Camp 122 N. Avondale Road Suite 255 Avondale Estates 30002 404-585-8705 judaicmosaic.org Nick Edelstein, director Citywide music workshops and day camps where Jewish teens of all denominations learn songwriting, recording engineering, production and much more from professional,

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award-winning artists. Marcus JCC Summer Day Camps 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 678-812-4000 www.mjccadaycamps.org Marcus Jewish Community Center day camps are held in a variety of specialties, in addition to tradition camp, at several metro Atlanta locations. Sports Broadcasting Camp 100 Leverington Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19127 800-319-0084 www.playbyplaycamps.com Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp 606 Valley View Ranch Road Cloudland 30731 706-862-2231 www.valleyviewranch.com Nancy Jones, owner and director

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Performing Arts Actor’s Express 887 W. Marietta St. Atlanta 30318 (Downtown) 404-607-7469 www.actorsexpress.com

Alliance Theatre 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-733-4650 www.alliancetheater.org Susan V. Booth, the Jennings Hertz artistic director Founded in 1968, the Alliance Theatre is the leading producing theater in the Southeast, reaching more than 165,000 patrons annually. Under the leadership of Jennings Hertz Artistic Director Susan V. Booth, the Alliance received the Regional Theatre Tony Award for sustained excellence in programming, education and community engagement. The Alliance has premiered more than 100 productions, including eight that have transferred to Broadway. The Alliance Theatre education department reaches 50,000 students annually through performances, classes, camps and in-school initiatives, with programs including the Palefsky Collision Project and the Kathy & Ken Bernhardt Theatre for the Very Young. The Alliance nurtures the careers of artists through programs including the Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition, producing a premiere for the winner, and the Reiser Atlanta Artists Lab, providing developmental resources for projects devised by local artists. 62

Art Meso PO Box 77203 Atlanta 30357 (Midtown) 770-940-0329 www.artmeso. com Jennifer Sutton, creative director Art Meso is an international art and fashion exhibition. ART Station 5384 Manor

Drive Stone Mountain 30083 770-469-1105 artstation.org ART Station is the home of a professional theater company, as well as youth performances, educational programs and a summer arts camp. Atlanta Ballet 1695 Marietta Blvd. NW Atlanta 30318 (West Midtown) 404-873-5811 atlantaballet.com Gennadi Nedvigin, artistic director Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education 1695 Marietta Blvd. NW Atlanta 30318 (West Midtown) 404-873-5811, ext. 225 centre.atlantaballet.com Kelly Cooper, administrative director Sharon Story, dean Founded in 1996, the Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education is one of the top 10 dance education facilities in the country and the official school of Atlanta Ballet. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance, the center has world-class faculty and a challenging and comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire future dancers with classes year-round that range from ballet to tap for ages 2 through adults at multiple locations. 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

Atlanta Opera 1575 Northside Drive NW Suite 350 Atlanta 30318 (Midtown) 404-881-8801 www.atlantaopera.org Tomer Zvulun, general and artistic director Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St. NE Suite 4074 Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-733-4628 atlantasymphony.org Robert Spano, music director Broadway in Atlanta 2970 Clairmont Road Suite 645 Atlanta 30329 (Northeast Atlanta) 678-278-7374 atlanta.broadway.com Bush Centre for Ballet 6215 Blackwater Trail NW Sandy Springs 30328 404-256-5542 www.bushballetcentre.com Rosalyn Bush, director Classical ballet instruction for children ages 3 and up and adults. Cohen Media Group 750 Lexington Ave. New York, NY 10022 646-380-7929 www.cohenmedia.net Charles S. Cohen, CEO and chairman Founded in 2008, the Cohen Media Group is a theatrical film production company that is developing into a dynamic, positive force with the film industry. Core Performance Company 133 Sycamore St. Decatur 30030 404-373-4154 www.coredance.org Sue Schroeder, artistic director Core creates and presents original dance performances in support of Atlanta’s evolution as a dynamic center for dance.

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The Concordia Association was founded in 1866 by German and Hungarian Jews Thefoster Concordia Association was founded to their cultural heritage within 1866 by German performances, literary gatherings, and Hungarian Jews to foster their cultural heritage with debates and card playing. Unable to join performances, literary gatherings, debates and card playing. Atlanta’s elite social clubs, the Unable to join Atlanta’s elite social clubs, the established established Jewish community Jewish community reorganizedAssociation the Concordia Association and reorganized the Concordia and renamed it the Standard ClubStarting in renamed it the Standard Club in 1905. in the 1930s, 1905. Starting the 1930s, Standard the Standard Clubinsponsored an the annual Ballyhoo series of Club sponsored an annual Ballyhoo dances and dinners during the winter holidays that drew series of dances and dinners during the attendees throughout Southeast. winter holidays thatthe drew attendees throughout the Southeast.

Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) Horizon Theatre 404-484-8636 1083 Austin Ave. NE www.synchrotheatre.com Atlanta 30307 (Little Five Points) Rachel May, producing artistic direc404-584-7450 tor www.horizontheatre.com Lee Nowell, managing director Lisa Adler, producing director Synchronicity Theatre produces Thomas Fowlkes, managing director JewishAtlanta.org smart, gutsy and bold theater to All historical photographs courtesy of the Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewish History at the Breman Museum spark community connections and Infinite Energy Center uplift the voices of women and girls. 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway Season offerings include the Bold Duluth 30097 Voices Series (compelling, contem770-813-7500 porary plays for adults) and Family www.infiniteenergycenter.com Series (enchanting productions for Joseph L. Dennis Jr., general manchildren and their families). ager Once Upon a Ballet & Musical Theater Center PO Box 674422 Marietta 30006 404-964-0529 www.onceuponaballetatl.com Lindsey Archer, studio director Explore, imagine and create with our fun and innovative year-round programs in ballet, tap, musical theater, acting and more for ages 2 and up. We offer special performance opportunities for members of our musical theater performance troupe and ballet company. Also available are private guitar, piano and voice lessons, as well as summer camps. Locations are in Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Kennesaw.

Theatrical Outfit 84 Luckie St. NW Atlanta 30303 (Downtown) 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org Tom Key, artistic director Lee Foster, managing director Theatrical Outfit tells stage stories that stir the soul.

Shen Yun Performing Arts PO Box 2561 Duluth 30096 214-675-5844 www.shenyunperformingarts.org

Biblical History Center 130 Gordon Commercial Drive LaGrange 30240 706-885-0363 www.biblicalhistorycenter.com Jim Fleming, CEO and founder The Biblical History Center is like a visit to ancient Israel. The center houses 250 artifacts from the Israel

Synchronicity Theatre 1545 Peachtree St. NE

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Atlanta History Center 130 W. Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-814-4000 www.atlantahistorycenter.com Sheffield Hale, CEO and president

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Antiquities Authority, including some almost 5,000 years old. It also features archaeological replicas of a four-room Israelite house, goat-hair tents, a watchtower, and olive and grape presses. Booth Western Art Museum 501 Museum Drive Cartersville 30120 770-387-1300 boothmuseum.org Seth Hopkins, executive director This affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution is a 120,000-square-foot museum where guests are invited to see America’s story through contemporary Western artwork, a presidential gallery, a Civil War art gallery, and Sagebrush Ranch, which is an interactive children’s gallery. Open since August 2003, the Booth is the only museum of its kind in the Southeast and was named the 2016 Escape to the Southeast Travel Attraction of the Year by the Southeast Tourism Society. William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3700 www.thebreman.org Ghila Sanders, interim executive director Atlanta’s Jewish museum opened over 20 years ago. It’s a place to experience Jewish art and music, compelling dialogue, Southern Jewish history, and lessons from the Holocaust. Our core purpose is to be an engaging forum for diverse audiences. Michael C. Carlos Museum Emory University 571 S. Kilgo Circle Atlanta 30322 404-727-4282 carlos.emory.edu Bonnie Speed, director Children’s Museum of Atlanta 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive 63

Atlanta 30313 (Downtown) 404-527-3693 childrensmuseumatlanta.org Jane Turner, executive director

Atlanta 30312 (Sweet Auburn Historic District) 404-331-5190, ext. 5046 www.nps.gov/malu/index.htm

1800 Peachtree St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) ajff.org Kenny Blank, executive director

College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan Experience 250 Marietta St. NW Atlanta 30313 (downtown) 404-880-4800 www.cfbhall.com Dennis Adamovich, CEO We’re redefining what a hall of fame can be. The College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan Experience is much more than a museum. Immerse yourself in Atlanta’s most engaging experience from the moment you step foot into 95,000 square feet of awe-inspiring fun.

Museum of History and Holocaust Education Kennesaw State University 3333 Busbee Drive Kennesaw 30144 470-578-2083 historymuseum.kennesaw.edu Catherine Lewis, executive director

Atlanta Jewish Music Festival 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) www.atlantajmf.org Russell Gottschalk, executive director

Fernbank Museum of Natural History 767 Clifton Road NE Atlanta 30307 (East Atlanta) 404-929-6300 www.fernbankmuseum.org Jennifer Grant Warner, CEO and president Experience a world of adventure filled with dinosaurs, outdoor adventures, live animals, majestic oldgrowth forest, cultural artifacts and hands-on science explorations as the Fernbank approaches its 25th anniversary in October. Georgia Aquarium 225 Baker St. NW Atlanta 30313 (Downtown) 404-581-4000 georgiaaquarium.org Mike Leven, CEO and chairman High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-733-4400 www.high.org Randall Suffolk, Nancy and Holcombe T. Green Jr. director Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site 450 Auburn Ave. NE 64

National Center for Civil and Human Rights 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. Atlanta 30313 (Downtown) 678-999-8990 www.civilandhumanrights.org Derreck Kayongo, CEO Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Ave. SE Atlanta 30315 (Grant Park) 404-624-5602 zooatlanta.org Raymond King, CEO and president Come get to know over 1,000 incredible animals, including giant pandas, lions, giraffes and the largest population of great apes in the United States. Zoo Atlanta is also the only U.S. zoo with twin giant pandas, Ya Lun and Xi Lun, born Sept. 3, 2016. Other amazing experiences you won’t want to miss are wildlife presentations, keeper talks, the petting zoo, and kid-friendly rides and attractions. Don’t forget to take a walk on the wild side on the all-new aerial playground, Treetop Trail. Zuckerman Museum of Art Kennesaw State University 492 Prillaman Way Kennesaw 30144 470-578-3223 zuckerman.kennesaw.edu Justin Rabideau, director

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Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival Liane Levetan Park at Brook Run 4770 N. Peachtree Road Dunwoody 30338 770-580-3897 www.theatlantakosherbbq.com Jody Pollack, executive director Book Festival of the Marcus JCC 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 678-812-3981 www.atlantajcc.org/bookfestival Food That Rocks Hammond Park 705 Hammond Drive NE Sandy Springs 30328 404-875-4434 www.foodthatrocks.org Dale DeSena, president and founder Kosher Food & Wine Atlanta www.facebook.com/kfwatlanta Noshfest Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road Marietta 30062 770-973-3533 www.noshfest.com Sarah Thalheimer, Dale Jacoby and Bill Watson, co-chairs A Labor Day weekend festival showcasing Jewish food and culture. Taste of Atlanta 6400 Powers Ferry Road Suite 390 Atlanta 30339 (Sandy Springs) 404-875-4434 www.tasteofatlanta.com Dale DeSena, president and founder

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NONPROFITS ALEF Fund 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3739 www.aleffund.org Karen Campbell, coordinator Mitchell Kopelman, board president The ALEF Fund offers Georgia taxpayers a simple way to redirect a portion of their state income taxes to become scholarships at any of 16 participating Jewish preschools and day schools. American Friends of Magen David Adom Southeast Region 3300 PGA Blvd. Suite 970 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 561-835-0510 afmda.org Tamara Karu, regional director American Israel Public Affairs Committee Southeast Region PO Box 468122 Atlanta 31146 (Dunwoody) 770-541-7610 www.aipac.org Elliot Mendes, Southeast regional director Fred Shaftman, Atlanta chair AIPAC aims to strengthen, protect and promote the U.S.-Israel relationship in ways that enhance the security of both nations. American Jewish Committee Atlanta Chapter 3525 Piedmont Road Atlanta 30305 (Midtown) 404-233-5501 www.ajcatlanta.org Dov Wilker, regional director Melanie Nelkin, regional president AJC’s Atlanta Regional Office works to bridge the gap between the Atlanta Jewish community and other ethnic and faith communities. AJC Atlanta also works with the diplomatic corps representing foreign govern66

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Americans United IN JEWISH ATLANTA with Israel PO Box 73071 Marietta 30007 404-563-2227 In the 19th century, Atlanta Jews seeded future philanthropic Russell Gottschalk, executive director americaunitedwithisinstitutions by forming social clubs and self-help organizations, Becky board president rael.org including men's and women'sHerring, Hebrew Benevolent Societies. A chapter of B'nai B'rith opened in 1870, and a chapter the National Councilincludof AJMF uses musicof year-round, Kaylene Ladinsky, director Jewish Women in 1895. The community’s Hebrew Orphan’s Home ing a signature spring festival of Americans United with Israel provides sheltered nearly 400 children. In 1905, Jews founded the Federation of music, to grow Jewish awareness of the value of democracy Jewish Charities toworld coordinate Jewish fundraising andthe charity, which comwas the foundation for today’sand Jewishcelebrate Federation of Greater Atlanta. munity our heritage. in the Middle East and Israel, encourages and facilitates Israel education Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival programs for children and the genWOMEN PHILANTHROPISTS Liane Levetan Park at Brook Run eral public, and improves the lives of 4770 N. Peachtree Road underprivileged Israelis. Dunwoody 30338 770-580-3897 Anti-Defamation League www.theatlantakosherbbq.com Southeast Region Jody Pollack, executive director 3490 Piedmont Road Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival is about Suite 610 women-led organization, established in Atlanta bringing the localwascommunity to-in Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) Hadassah, a charitable 1916 to provide emergency care for infants and mothers in pre-state Israel. From only 18 chartergether members 100 it has grown to over 3,600 inyears oneago,venue where we all are 404-262-3470 members and associates who come together to raise funds in support of eating the ofsame food atlanta.adl.org Hadassah’s projectscomfortable in Israel and the U.S., to promote issues women's health and family well-being, to study, to educate, and to have fun. and meeting new friends, showing Allison Padilla-Goodman, regional people that kosher food is easier to director prepare than you might think. We Steve Pepper, board chair raise money for local charities or For over 100 years, ADL has led the GEORGIA AQUARIUM beneficiaries who support our comfight against racism, bigotry, intolerThe Georgia Aquarium debt-free in 2005 munity. ance and anti-Semitism and isopened the thanks to a $250 million gift from Home Depot leader in providing diversity educaco-founder Bernie Marcus in gratitude to the city Atlanta Kosher Commission tion in schools, communities and that helped him prosper. The Aquarium has had 1855 LaVista Road NE workplaces. profound economic Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) impact on the city and state, creating a world-class tourist destination. Today it is the largest 404-634-4063 Atlanta Jewish Film Festivalaquarium in the Western Hemisphere, with a goal to become the leading facility in the world for aquatic animal conservation and research. kosheratlanta.org 1800 Peachtree St. NW Rabbi Reuven Stein, director of superAtlanta 30309 (Buckhead) vision 404-528-2614 An Orthodox, community-based ajff.org kosher supervision agency, the AKC Kenny Blank, executive director certifies over 150 companies in the Steve Labovitz, board president Southeast and beyond, including AJFF, with its year-round programmanufacturing facilities, bakeries, ming, including the largest Jewish JewishAtlanta.org supermarkets, restaurants, hotels and film festival in the world, seeks to caterers. inspire communities to new levels of social and cultural understanding by Atlanta Rabbinical Association entertaining diverse audiences with c/o The Temple film through a Jewish lens. 1589 Peachtree St. Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) Atlanta Jewish Music Festival 404-316-6948 1440 Spring St. NW Rabbi Peter Berg, President Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) www.atlantajmf.org 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

was the foundation for today’s Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta.

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Hadassah, a charitable women-led organization, was established in Atlanta in 1916 to provide emergency care for infants and mothers in pre-state Israel. From only 18 charter members 100 years ago, it has grown to over 3,600 members and associates who come together to raise funds in support of Hadassah’s projects in Israel and the U.S., to promote issues of women's health and family well-being, to study, to educate, and to have fun.

gional director Doug Ross, regional chair Our mission at Birthright Israel Foundation is to build a base of financial support to ensure that the gift of a 10-day Birthright Israel educational trip is available to every eligible young Jewish adult.

B’nai B’rith International Atlanta Scholars Kollel Achim/Gate City Lodge 1959 LaVista Road 801 Second Ave. Atlanta (Toco Hills) GEORGIA30329 AQUARIUM 14th Floor The Georgia Aquarium 404-321-4085 New York, NY 10017 opened debt-free in 2005 www.atlantakollel.org thanks to a $250 million 770-645-1239 gift from Home Depot Rabbi Doniel Pransky, rosh kollel co-founder Bernie Marcus www.bnaibrith.org/southern-commuin gratitude to the city Rabbi David Silverman, dean nities.html that helped him prosper. The Aquarium has had and Raanon Gal, Kevin Cranman pinchhitters.org profound economic impact on the city and board co-presidents President Karen Kahn Weinberg state, creating a world-class tourist destination. Today it is the largest The Atlanta Scholars Kollel a togroup aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, with ais goal become the leading B’nai B’rith International has advocatfacility in the world for aquatic animal conservation and research. of rabbis and families dedicated to ed for global Jewry and championed engaging high school and college the cause of human rights since 1843. students and adults in the beauty The Pinch Hitter Program provides of our heritage by imparting Jewvolunteer replacements for hospital ish knowledge through text learning workers so Christians can have Christand discussions, as well as spirituality mas off. through Jewish experiences such as JewishAtlanta.org Shabbat and holiday programs and Breman Jewish Heritage Museum meals. 1440 Spring St. NW Birthright Israel Atlanta 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3746 jewishatlanta.org/program/taglitbirthright-israel Ryan Kaplan, associate Three Birthright Israel Atlanta community trips each year bring a total of 120 people ages 22 to 26 to Israel for 10 days. The Atlanta community trips are organized by Israel Outdoors, the largest Birthright provider. Birthright Israel Atlanta also offers events to Birthright alumni and the Atlanta Jewish young adult community. Birthright Israel Foundation Atlanta Regional Council PO Box 5892 Hicksville, NY 11802 770-378-9540 Jessica Katz Yonatan, associate re-

Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3700 www.thebreman.org Ghila Sanders, interim executive director Craig Frankel, board chair The Breman, Atlanta’s Jewish museum, offers exhibitions, events and programs covering Jewish culture, art and history. The museum also is home to the Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education and the Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewish History.

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PO Box 15129 Atlanta 30333 (East Atlanta) 404-395-6851 www.israeled.org Ken Stein, president Conexx: America Israel Business Connector 400 Northridge Road Suite 250 Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 404-843-9426 www.conexx.org Guy Tessler, president Benjamin Fink, board chairman Randall Foster, board chairman-elect Conexx creates business opportunities for Israelis looking to expand in the U.S. and Americans looking for entry into Israel. The business connector provides access to groundbreaking technologies and to partners in the Southeast, Israel and beyond through exchanges, networking and corporate business missions to Israel. Etgar 36 PO Box 2212 Decatur 30031 404-456-6605 www.etgar.org Billy Planer, founder and director Etgar 36 is a Jewish educational institute devoted to using group journeys to cultivate American and Jewish identities in a manner that sharpens social and political awareness, critical thinking skills, and sense of how to create change in the world. Friends of the Arava Institute 1320 Centre St. Suite 206 Newton Centre, MA 02459 617-266-7100 arava.org/about-our-community/ about-fai Board members in Atlanta include Audrey Galex and Shai Robkin. Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Southeast Region 678-250-9030 www.fidf.org/Southeast 67

Seth Baron, executive director Garry Sobel, regional chairman FIDF offers educational, cultural, recreational and social service programs and facilities to support the well-being of the soldiers who protect Israel and Jews worldwide, as well as their families. Friendship Circle of Atlanta 4276 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30341 (Brookhaven) 404-843-2464 www.fcatlanta.org Rabbi Yale New, executive director Rickelle New, director Friendship Circle of Atlanta addresses the challenges facing families of individuals with special needs. Innovative programming and volunteers create friendships and inclusion, bridging the gap between the typical and special needs communities and giving people with special needs the opportunity to celebrate and learn about their Jewish heritage. Fulton County CASA 395 Pryor St. SW Suite 4116 Atlanta 30312 (Downtown) 404-613-4720 www.fultoncountycasa.org Natalece Robinson, director of operations Robbyn Ingram, executive director Fulton CASA is a child advocacy organization for foster children and youths. Georgia International Law Enforcement Exchange Andrew Young School of Policy Studies Georgia State University PO Box 3992 Atlanta 30302 (Downtown) 404-413-1035 www2.gsu.edu/~crirxf/gilee.htm Robbie Friedmann, founding director GILEE improves public safety by enhancing interagency cooperation and educational training among law enforcement communities by offering best practices and sources of excel68

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From only 18 charter members 100 years ago, it has grown to over 3,600 members and associates who come together to raise funds in support of Hadassah’s projects in Israel and the U.S., to promote issues of women's health and family well-being, to study, to educate, and to have fun.

Hadassah Greater GEORGIA AQUARIUM The Georgia Aquarium Atlanta opened debt-free in 2005 47 Perimeter Center thanks to a $250 million gift from Home Depot East co-founder Bernie Marcus in gratitude to the city Suite 210 that helped him prosper. Atlanta 30346 (DunThe Aquarium has had profound economic woody) impact on the city and state, creating a world-class tourist destination. Today it is the largest 678-443-2961 aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, with a goal to become the leading www.hadassah.org/ facility in the world for aquatic animal conservation and research. atlanta 404-966-0752 Sheila Dalmat, Greater Atlanta presiwww.iansfriendsfoundation.com dent Amy Kane, executive director Toby Parker, Southeastern president Cheryl and Phil Yagoda, co-founders The area chapter of the Women’s ZiIFF’s mission is to undertake and suponist Organization of America raises port initiatives at research institutions money for Hadassah projects in Israel around the country that focus on deand the United States, promotes JewishAtlanta.org veloping therapeutic methodologies issues of women’s health and family for the treatment of pediatric brain well-being, educates, and has fun. tumors, for which, historically, little research had been done. Hebrew Order of David www.hodnorthamerica.org Interfaith Family/Atlanta HOD is an international fraternity of Industrious Jewish men dedicated to the con675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE tinuity of the Jewish people and Suite 8500 performing acts of charity to enhance Atlanta 30308 (Old Fourth Ward) the lives of HOD brethren and the 404-991-2238 community at large. Atlanta has four www.interfaithfamily.com/atlanta lodges: Carmel (Sandy Springs), Rabbi Malka Packer, director Bezalel (Cobb), Magen David (Toco IFF/Atlanta offers programs, from Hills/intown) and Shimshon (Johns “Love and Religion” workshops to Creek/Alpharetta). holiday parties and Shabbat gatherings, and strives to be as welcoming Hillels of Georgia and inclusive as possible to support 735 Gatewood Road NE and empower interfaith couples and Atlanta 30322 (Emory University) families. 404-963-2548 hillelsofgeorgia.org Jack & Jill Late Stage Cancer FounRabbi Russ Shulkes, executive direcdation tor 3282 Northside Parkway NW Michael Coles, president Suite 100 Hillels of Georgia serves more than Atlanta 30327 (Buckhead) 5,000 students across the state 404-537-5253 through Jewish programming, jajf.org leadership training and advocacy to Lindsey King, operations director ensure that the next generation of Jon Albert, president Jews will be ready to carry the Jewish JAJF provides memorable experitorch. ences to children facing the imminent loss of a young mom or dad to canIan’s Friends Foundation cer. Oncologists prescribe JAJF as 855 Marseilles Drive part of the treatment protocol for the Atlanta 30327 (Sandy Springs) patient, the spouse and their children. 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

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Jewish Community Relations Council of Atlanta 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3740 jcrcatlanta.wordpress.com Noah Appley, administrator Harvey Rickles, president JCRC Atlanta, the local affiliate of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, educates and advocates on vital issues and provides a common table for Atlanta’s Jewish community. The organization provides textbooks about Israel and Judaism to teachers and sponsors programs such as Georgia legislative activism, the Holocaust Community Council, lectures and town hall meetings. Jewish Educational Loan Fund 4549 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30338 (Dunwoody) 770-396-3080 jelf.org Jenna Shulman, CEO Marianne Daniels Garber, president JELF grants interest-free, last-dollar loans for higher education to Jewish students in need. Since 1961, JELF has granted over $10 million to 4,000-plus students in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and has a 99 percent repayment rate.

viduals and families in greater Atlanta through counseling, career support, addiction programs, dental care, and services for older adults and for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The agency serves more than 30,000 people a year regardless of age, race, religion, national origin or ability to pay. Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-873-1661 www.jewishatlanta.org Eric M. Robbins, president and CEO Joel Marks, board chairman The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta provides opportunities, care, connection, support and strength for the Atlanta Jewish community, for Israel and for Jews globally. Our vision is a thriving, inclusive Atlanta community with healthy organizations that engage every generation to secure our Jewish future.

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311 Briarvista Way Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 678-666-5678 jewishstudentunion.com Rabbi Chaim Neiditch, executive director JSU supports clubs at public and non-Jewish private high schools and offers activities outside school to give thousands of students the chance to do something Jewish. Jewish War Veterans Post 112 www.facebook.com/JWVSoutheast www.jwv.org Robert Max, post commander JWV Atlanta Post 112 supports military veterans and active-duty personnel. The post raises funds for and volunteers at the VA hospital and nursing homes, Operation Homefront, blood drives, and the USO. Monthly meetings feature interesting speakers. Membership is open to veterans and nonveterans. Jewish Women’s Connection of Atlanta 1959 LaVista Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) www.jwcatlanta.org Julie Silverman and Batsheva Gelbtuch, co-directors Helen Zalik and Bev Lewyn, co-presidents JWCAtlanta connects women through friendship, learning and Jewish values that transform and impact them, their families and the community. Free trips to Israel, inspiring classes, and interactive, dynamic programming create a unity among Jewish women that transcends all barriers. Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta 1440 Spring St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 678-222-3716 www.jwfatlanta.org Rachel Wasserman, executive director Debbie Kuniansky, board chair Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta expands opportunities in the lives of Jewish women and girls through

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www.ncjwatlanta.org Christine Heller, director of volunteer and membership services Rachel Rosner, president National Council of Jewish Women tutors students and provides supplies and coats for Title I schools. NCJW raises money with the Bargainata store at 6600 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special sales are planned for the Georgia sales tax holiday.

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The Simon Wiesenthal Center 1399 S. Roxbury Drive Los Angeles, CA 90035 800-900-9036 www.wiesenthal.com Rabbi Meyer May, executive director This nonprofit international nongovernmental organization fights terrorism, hate and bigotry. The Sixth Point 470-210-6847 thesixthpoint.org Michelle Krebs Levy, founder and CEO The Sixth Point is an independent, nondenominational Jewish community in Atlanta for adults in their 20s and 30s (ish). Events once or twice a month range from social to cultural, spiritual to intellectual, and everything in between. There’s a little something for everyone.

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Simcha Resources

Caterers

Added Touch Catering 8601 Dunwoody Place Block 300, Unit 301 Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 770-321-9592 www.addedtouchcatering.com Sandra Bank, owner Wendy Cohen, event manager Katie Rosenberg, Ryan Bellis, Meredith O’Brien, Clive Bank, Michelle Venter and the rest of the team have served the Atlanta community for more than 20 Years. We provide unique menus for you. Alons Bakery 4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30346 (Dunwoody) 678-397-1781 alons.com/catering Avenue K 1236 Powers Ferry Commons SE Marietta 30067 770-578-1110 www.avenuekosher.com David Covell, owner Teddy Sable, sales manager Glatt-kosher catering for weddings and social events with event planning and floral design. Bagelicious 1255 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 37 Marietta 30068 770-509-9505 Brooklyn Bagel & Deli 9925 Haynes Bridge Road Johns Creek 30022 770-569-7290 Alan Alzado, operator Brooklyn Bagel has offered freshfrom-scratch and kettle-boiled bagels every day starting at 4 a.m. the past 20 years. Our breakfast consists of a variety of homemade cream cheeses, fresh-grilled eggs and meats, includ82

ing Nova, white fish and baked salmon. Our lunch consists of most deli meats, including pastrami, corned beef and our famous tuna melt. We also offer catering for a number of events. Create Your Cupcake PO Box 76793 Sandy Springs 30358 844-354-7487 www.createyourcupcake.com Emerald City Bagels 3300 Marjan Drive Atlanta 30340 (Northeast Atlanta) 404-245-7446 www.emeraldcitybagels.com Epic Events Catering 1119 Logan Circle NW Atlanta 30318 (Northwest Atlanta) 404-991-9128 epiceventsatlanta.com Tony Albertini, director and managing partner Our dedicated chefs, planners and design professionals strive to ensure that all your expectations are met and greatly exceeded. With a focus on sustainable, local and seasonally inspired ingredients and a goal to exercise green practices, we are just as committed to the environment as to you. For All Occasions and More 5200 Northland Drive Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-953-8157 www.foralloccasionsandmore.com Jodie Sturgeon, owner Kosher catering at its finest so you can play host and get the most.

Goldbergs Fine Foods 4383 Roswell Road NE Atlanta 30342 (Buckhead) 404-256-3751 www.goldbergbagel.com/goldbergscatering April Holliman, catering manager 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

Howard Aaron and Wayne Saxe, owners The Kosher Gourmet 2153 Briarcliff Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-636-1114 www.kgatl.com A Kosher Touch Catering 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 770-321-9592 www.akoshertouch.com Wendy Cohen, event manager Katie Rosenberg, Clive Bank and Sandra Bank are catering for simchas, Shabbat and all other needs with updated, traditional Jewish foods adhering to all kosher dietary laws. Liquid X Cream 5350 High Point Manor NE Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 678-733-0084 www.liquidxcream.com Darryl Lewis, owner Publix Supermarket www.publix.com Yum Boutique Catering 134 River Ridge Lane Roswell 30075 678-592-1783 Ande Baron, owner

Decor Balloons Over Atlanta 1231 Collier Road NW Suite H Atlanta 30318 (Buckhead) 404-231-3090 www.balloonsover.com Brian Rubenstein, CEO Gayle Rubenstein, vice president Jim White Designs 2922 Marlan Drive Atlanta 30341 (Chamblee) 404-599-4731, 404-462-4787

Known for its high-quality, made-from-scratch collection of baked goods, cakes, pastries, gourmet sandwiches, freshly prepared foods, fine cheeses, chocolates and more, Alon’s Bakery & Market is an iconic European-style eatery with two locations in Morningside and Dunwoody.

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Entertainment Atlanta Fever Entertainment 978 Forest Pond Circle Marietta 30068 404-931-5779 www.atlantafeverent.com 84

Cathy Schwartz, partner and entertainment planner Big Band Contractors, LLC 2056 Six Branches Drive Roswell 30076 770-998-8888 BigBand.band Don Kasten, principal 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

Modern big-band entertainment for celebrations, fundraisers and just plain fun. Bodyworks Atlanta 600 Garson Drive NE Suite 7304 Atlanta 30324 (Buckhead) 404-816-0989

www.makeupartistryatlanta.com Caricatures by Tony 130 Canal Place Fayetteville 30215 678-817-0169 www.caricaturesofatlanta.com Game Truck 2615 George Busbee Parkway Kennesaw 30144 770-755-5100 gametruck.com Kagan Entertainment 10270 Piney Ridge Walk Alpharetta 30022 770-826-8263 kaganentertainment.com Jason Kagan, director Event entertainment, audiovisual production, film and videography services. Nick and The Grooves 122 N. Avondale Road Suite 255 Avondale Estates 30002 404-433-1071 www.nessrecords.com/service-menu/ events Nick Edelstein, bandleader This award-winning eight-piece party band is available for festivals, events and simchas. See our massive repertoire, client testimonials and samples online.

Equipment Rental Classic Tents & Events/ Coastal Restaurant Equipment Rentals 6380 Best Friend Road Norcross 30071 770-449-1010 classic-tents.com www.coastalwholesaleinc.com Steven Eisenstein, president Classic Tents provides frame tents, pole tents, tables, chairs, staging, flooring, lighting and more. Coastal offers a food service equipment rental program that supplies equipment to caterers for events in Atlanta,

as well as other parts of Georgia and the Southeast: ovens, fryers, hot boxes, fridges and freezers.

Event Planning Alpharetta Convention and Visitor Bureau 178 S. Main St. Suite 200 Alpharetta 30009 678-297-2811 www.awesomealpharetta.com Atlanta Party Connection Alpharetta 30022 770-744-5750 www.atlantapartyconnection.com Shelly Danz, founder and chief party officer Atlanta Party Connection is the premier bar and bat mitzvah resource in the metro area, helping thousands of families create their ideal mitzvah celebrations. Visit the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Expo and the Preferred Vendor Directory to connect with top vendors and get exclusive deals and discounts on bar mitzvah catering, decor, entertainment and more. Atlanta’s Impress Express PO Box 73071 Marietta 30007 404-563-2227 www.atlantasimpressexpress.com Kaylene Ladinsky, production director Chic Occasions P.O. Box 144 Marietta 30061 770-257-9007 www.chicoccasions.com Encore Events & Entertainment 253 Swanson Drive Lawrenceville 30043 678-427-0028 www.encoreevents.com Visit Sandy Springs 5920 Roswell Road Suite A-118 Sandy Springs 30328 770-206-1447 Provided by the Atlanta Jewish Times

www.visitsandysprings.org Nadia Merritt, information specialist Visit Sandy Springs is the destination marketing organization for the city of Sandy Springs.

Florist Village Green Flowers & Gifts 3246 Atlanta Road SE Suite H Smyrna 30080 770-435-9393 www.villagegreenflowersandgifts. com Metro Atlanta delivery. Unique, upscale floral designs. Full-service florist. Nationwide delivery available. Flowers for b’nai mitzvah, weddings, funerals, birthdays, chags, anniversaries, parties, events and corporate occasions. Invitations Eventprints 645 11th St. Atlanta 30318 (Midtown) 404-745-9590 www.eventprints.com

Jewelry Alexander’s of Atlanta 2891 North Druid Hills Road Unit 4503 Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-634-3197 alexandersofatlanta.com D. Geller & Son Jewelers 2955 Cobb Parkway SE Suite 230 Smyrna 30339 840 Ernest Barrett Parkway Suite 520 Kennesaw 30144 5975 Roswell Road Suite B225 Sandy Springs 30328 770-955-5995 dgeller.com Iroff & Son Jewelers 3960 Old Milton Parkway 85

Suite 300 Alpharetta 30005 770-751-7222 www.iroff.com Brian Iroff, president We specialize in diamonds and jewelry — buying, selling and repairing. LeeBrant Jewelers 6690 Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30328 Temporary location: 1050 Crown Pointe Parkway Suite 500 Dunwoody 30338 770-551-8850 www.leebrant.com Brant Bateman, president Solomon Brothers Fine Jewelry 3340 Peachtree Road NE Suite 1700 Atlanta 30326 (Buckhead) 404-266-0266 www.solomonbrothers.com Jaron Solomon, owner Solomon Brothers is a family-owned jewelry store in Buckhead that has provided the Atlanta Jewish community the best value and an exceptional customer experience for 35 years.

Judaic Gifts Fragile 6235-B Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30328 404-257-1323 www.fragilegifts.com Bob Brourman, owner Hazorfim 800-551-8068 hazorfim.com Judaica Corner 2185 Briarcliff Road Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-636-2473 www.facebook.com/judaicacorneratl Janet Afrah, owner ModernTribe 1602 Fair Oaks Drive Austin, TX 78745 86

877-324-1818 moderntribe.com WRJ Judaica Shop — Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road Marietta 30062 770-973-3533 www.kolemeth.net/A-WRJ-GiftShop-540.aspx Evy Eckber, gift shop manager

Liquor Citi Wine and Spirits 5861 Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30328 404-228-4260 citiwineandspirits.com Corks & Caps 4600 Roswell Road Suite D-110 Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-843-1050 corkscaps.com Tower Beer, Wine & Spirits 2161 Piedmont Road NE Atlanta 30324 (Buckhead) 404-881-0902 www.towerwinespirits.com A liquor, wine and beer shop serving Atlanta since 1948. Tower has a great kosher selection.

Photography Harold Alan Photographers PO Box 88747 Atlanta 30356 (Dunwoody) 770-730-8911 www.haroldalan.com Harold Schroeder, president A photography studio specializing in business and family photography. RMB Studios, LLC 130 Forsyth Lake Road Rockmart 30153 410-804-6408 rmbstudios.zenfolio.com Richard Butterworth, owner

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Venues 103 West 103 W. Paces Ferry Road Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-233-5993 www.103West.com Sophie Berger and Leslie Bahr, event specialists Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners 475 Technology Parkway Peachtree Corners 30092 770-441-6508 www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/atlcp-atlanta-marriott-peachtree-corners Christina Mathews, catering sales manager The Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners is a full-service and newly renovated hotel. City Winery Atlanta 650 North Ave. NE Suite 201 Atlanta 30308 (Old Fourth Ward) 404-946-3791 www.citywinery.com/atlanta Lauren Fielder, events director City Winery is an intimate music venue, urban winery, restaurant and private event space at Ponce City Market. From hosting b’nai mitzvah and the Atlanta Jewish Music Festival to celebrating such meaningful occasions as Chanukah and Pesach, City Winery is honored to engage with metro Atlanta’s vibrant Jewish community on a regular basis. Defoor Centre 1710 Defoor Ave. NW Atlanta 30318 (Buckhead) 404-591-3809 defoorcentre.com Emory Conference Center Hotel 1615 Clifton Road NE Atlanta 30329 (Emory University) 770-310-6013 www.emoryconferencecenter.com Richelle Francis, catering sales manager A full-service hotel and event facility.

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Georgia Aquarium 225 Baker St. NW Atlanta 30313 (Downtown) 404-581-4000 georgiaaquarium.org Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Suites 6120 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road Sandy Springs 30328 770-668-0808 bit.ly/20vKolT Robert Belmonte, general manager This all-suite hotel is in the Perimeter Center area. It has more than 6,000 square feet of renovated meeting space for up to 500 guests. The Dun88

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Shul gift shops are one option for simcha shopping, such as the tallitot available at Congregation Beth Shalom.

Atlanta 30326 (Buckhead) 404-946-9000 www.intercontinentalatlanta.com Brian Ettelman, director of catering and convention services Discover why the InterContinental Buckhead is the perfect place for an Atlanta event. Southern hospitality mixed with state-of-the-art technology defines our passion and services to take your function to the next level. Our hotel features over 31,000 square feet of multipurpose event space that can be divided in any way that fits your size and theme. Modern technology, tasty catering and pro-

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Sandy Springs 30350 678-965-5707 www.starsandstrikes.com Gemma Ames, director of sales This family entertainment center offers bowling, laser tag, an arcade, bumper cars, private meeting and event space, and a full catering menu. Three Sheets 6017 Sandy Springs Circle Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 404-303-8423 www.threesheetsatlanta.com Tongue & Groove 89

Bar mitzvah man Leon Asner, a Holocaust survivor whose celebration was delayed 72 years until March 2017 at the Marcus Hillel Center at Emory, carries the Torah before his first aliyah.

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www.westinatlantanorth.com Craig E. Hurlbut, catering sales manager Tavon Ferguson, wedding catering specialist The Westin is on a private lake less than 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta and just minutes from Perimeter-area businesses, shopping and dining. This recently renovated retreat features a new restaurant, Savor Bar + Kitchen, featuring fresh, farm-to-table food and an outdoor patio. Celebrate in 20,000 square feet of newly renovated, flexible banquet facilities, including the spacious Gershwin Ballroom, which seats up to 600 people. 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

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Videography Blue Orchid Productions 2184 Zelda Drive NE Atlanta 30345 (Northeast Atlanta) 678-261-6185 www.blueorchidproductions.com Ella Szczupak, owner

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Food & Restaurants Alons Bakery 1394 N. Highland Ave. Atlanta 30306 (Morningside) 404-872-6000 4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30346 (Dunwoody) 678-397-1781 alons.com Alon Balshan, owner

Bagel Boys Cafe 6355 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 678-240-0205 www.bagelboyscafe.com Bagelicious 1255 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 37 Marietta 30068 770-509-9505 Brooklyn Bagel & Deli 9925 Haynes Bridge Road Johns Creek 30022 770-569-7290 Alan Alzado, operator Brooklyn Bagel has offered freshfrom-scratch and kettle-boiled bagels every day starting at 4 a.m. the past 20 years. Our breakfast consists of a variety of homemade cream cheeses, fresh-grilled eggs and meats, including Nova, white fish and baked salmon. Our lunch consists of most deli meats, including pastrami, corned beef and our famous tuna melt. We also offer catering for a number of events. Café Intermezzo 4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Dunwoody 30346 770-396-1344 1065 Peachtree St. Suite 2 Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-355-0411 100 Avalon Blvd. 92

Alpharetta 30009 404-355-0411 Atlanta Airport Concourse B 404-574-6195 www.cafeintermezzo.com Brian Olson, president It’s Atlanta’s European coffeehouse. Café Vendôme 4969 Roswell Road Suite 155 Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-551-5163 www.cafevendome.com Cibo E Beve 4969 Roswell Road Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-250-8949 www.CiboAtlanta.com Cinnaholic 1230 Caroline St. NE Atlanta 30307 (Edgewood) 404-343-0805 www.cinnaholic.com City Winery 650 North Ave. NE Suite 201 Atlanta 30308 (Old Fourth Ward) 404-946-3791 citywinery.com/atlanta

Farm Burger 4514-B Chamblee-Dunwoody Road Dunwoody 30338 770-454-2201 www.farmburger.net/dunwoody-ga FuegoMundo 5590 Roswell Road Atlanta 30350 (Sandy Springs) 404-256-4330 Sheyla Miranda, manager FuegoMundo serves a kosher, South American-inspired meat menu. The General Muir 2017 Guide to Jewish Atlanta

1540 Avenue Place Suite B230 Atlanta 30329 (Emory Point) 678-927-9131 www.thegeneralmuir.com Todd Ginsberg, chef/owner Shelley Sweet, Jennifer Johnson and Ben Johnson, owners The General Muir is a modern American restaurant inspired by classic New York Jewish deli food, returning it to its handcrafted roots. We serve breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. A Healthy Touch Cafe Marcus Jewish Community Center 5342 Tilly Mill Road Dunwoody 30338 770-321-9592 www.akoshertouch.com A Healthy Touch Cafe at Zaban Park in the Zaban-Blank Building offers kosher dairy and meat options, including frozen meals and Shabbat dinners to go. We are open Monday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hudson Grille 6317 Roswell Road Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 404-554-8282 hudsongrille.com Life Grocery & Café 1453 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-977-9583 www.lifegrocery.com This health food store features supplements, herbs, groceries, bulk foods and organic produce alongside a vegan cafe. Maggiano’s 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30346 (Dunwoody) 770-804-3313 www.maggianos.com

The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. 2955 Cobb Parkway SE Suite 240 Atlanta 30339 (Cumberland) 770-988-9991 www.brooklynwaterbagels.com Sage Restaurant Perimeter 4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30346 (Dunwoody) 770-804-8880 www.sagewoodfiretavern.com SoHo Cafe and Bakery 334 Sandy Springs Circle Sandy Springs 30328 678-705-1773 sohocafebakery.com Sufi’s 1814 Peachtree St. NW Atlanta 30309 (Buckhead) 404-888-9699 sufisatlanta.com Mike Emami, owner/operator Sufi’s has established itself as the city’s premier Persian restaurant. At Sufi’s, you will experience a wide array of Persian dishes in our elegant dining room or on our spacious patio. We invite you to step inside and experience our authentic Persian cuisine and our warm hospitality. Vinny’s New York Pizza 111 Glenridge Point Parkway NE Sandy Springs 30342 404-565-0369 www.vinnysatlanta.com

Retail: Arts & Crafts

Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery 715 Miami Circle Suite 210 Atlanta 30324 (Buckhead) 404-869-2478 www.aandoauctions.com Binders Art Supplies & Frames 3330 Piedmont Road Suite 18 Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-237-6331 650 North Ave. NE Suite S-102 Atlanta 30308 (Old Fourth Ward)

404-682-6999 bindersart.com Howard Krinsky, owner Binders specializes in providing the best in fine artist supplies as well as an assortment of art classes for all levels. Binders also has a large selection of ready-made picture frames and decorative custom picture framing services for home decor and all lifecycle celebrations. Binders has served the Atlanta community for over 60 years. Chai Gallery 5975 Roswell Road Suite E355 Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 770-289-0114 chaifineart.com In Stitches: A Needlepoint Boutique 3137 E. Shadowlawn Ave. NE Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-816-4612 institchesatlanta.com Lakewood 400 Antiques Market 1321 Atlanta Highway Cumming 30040 770-889-3400 www.lakewoodantiques.com Barbara Spivia, owner Held the third weekend of each month, Lakewood 400 features antiques, collectibles, home decor, art, jewelry, garden decor and more across 75,000 square feet of climate-controlled space, including a restaurant and 200 vendors from across the country. It has been named one of the Top 10 markets in the country by The Huffington Post and USA Today. Wolf Photo Design Bar 3763 Roswell Road NE Atlanta 30342 (Buckhead) 404-709-2981 www.photodesignbar.com Chuck Wolf, owner

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Hennessy Ford-Lincoln Atlanta 5675 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Chamblee 30341 770-621-0200 hennessyford.com Lance Ross, master certified sales and leasing Eric Shepherd, general manager Hennessy has more than 900 vehicles in stock, from new Fords and Lincolns to factory-certified pre-owned models, and offers full parts and service for all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars, SUVs and trucks. Subaru of Kennesaw 905 Ernest Barrett Parkway NW Kennesaw 30144 678-665-1024 www.subaruofkennesaw.com Ralph Kurland, sales representative New and used car sales.

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The 365 Group Ameriprise Financial Services 11175 Cicero Drive Suite 450 Alpharetta 30022 770-754-9670 www.ameripriseadvisors.com/team/ the-365-group Jonathan Seidel, vice president Stan Lowenstein, branch manager Our goal is to help balance the pursuit of future dreams with financial needs today and provide the confidence that retirement is within reach. Frazier & Deeter, LLC 1230 Peachtree St. NE Suite 1500 Atlanta 30309 (Midtown) 404-253-7500 www.frazierdeeter.com Adelle Erdman, executive director Seth McDaniel, managing partner Tax, accounting, financial planning and estate planning services. 98

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Berman Fink Van Horn 3475 Piedmont Road NE Suite 1100 Atlanta 30305 (Buckhead) 404-261-7711 bfvlaw.com Hall Benefits Law 270 Carpenter Drive Suite 325 Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 678-439-6236 hallbenefitslaw.com Anne Tyler, ERISA and benefits lawyer Gulden Dispute Resolution P.O. Box 421053 Atlanta 30342 (Sandy Springs) 404-303-8250 www.georgiamediators.org/danielgulden Dan Gulden, principal Mediation of disputes involving issues in business, commerce, employment, divorce and custody, securities, small construction, and personal injury. Member of the National Organization of Distinguished Neutrals. The Ehrisman Law Firm, P.C. 5415 Sugarloaf Parkway

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Atlanta Dog Spa 707 Edgehill Ave. NW Atlanta 30318 (West Midtown) 404-879-1600 atlantadogspa.com Sarah Segal, CEO and owner Dog day care, luxury boarding, dog bathing, dog training, dog grooming and dog parties. Cumberland Animal Clinic 1860-D Spring Road SE Smyrna 30080 770-433-1414 www.cumberlandanimalclinic.com Deceased Pet Care 4991 Peachtree Road Atlanta 30341 (Chamblee) 770-457-7659 www.deceasedpetcare.com Dog City Bakery 6309 Roswell Road Suite 1-D Atlanta 30328 (Sandy Springs) 770-971-5200 mydogcity.com Good Dog Atlanta 404-626-0036 www.gooddogatlanta.com In-home dog training throughout metro Atlanta. Hollywood Feed 1125 Woodstock Road Provided by the Atlanta Jewish Times

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AAA Travel and Insurance Agency 2161 LaVista Road NE Atlanta 30329 (Toco Hills) 404-633-9418 autoclubsouth.aaa.com Leverne Reed, field manager AAA is a full-service domestic and international travel agency and provides auto and home insurance services. Amazing Journeys 733 Valleyview Road Pittsburgh, PA 15243 412-571-0220 www.amazingjourneys.net

Gil Travel — Jewish Explorations 1511 Walnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19102 866-898-0037 www.giltravel.com Moshe Margolin, Jewish explorations director Israel Discovery Tours 4957 Oakton St. Suite 303 Skokie, IL 60077 800-362-8882 www.israeldiscoverytours.com

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Mr. & Mrs. Italy Travel 825 Malvern Hill Johns Creek 30022 770-851-0935 or 888-770-8048 www.mrandmrsitaly.com Debra Levinson, owner and founder We work with you to create the best, most tailored Italian vacation experience that suits your needs, your interests and your style.

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Georgia Wine Tours LLC 3292 Oakcliff Road Doraville 30340 404-924-1288 www.georgiawinetours.com Alyssa Banguilan, operations manager Enjoy a day trip to Georgia’s best wineries. We provide the transportation and logistics from Atlanta to the north Georgia wineries for your group’s excursion. All tours are private and customized and allow you to visit beautiful vineyards safely and responsibly. We are looking forward to serving you.

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Candle-Lighting Times Sponsored by the Atlanta Rabbinical Association, led by Rabbi Peter Berg, president. These are the lighting times for Shabbat and holidays for the 30328 ZIP code in Sandy Springs, taking into account daylight saving time. The exact times for your location could vary by a couple of minutes. Enter your ZIP code at Chabad.org/ShabbatTimes, which provided these times, to get the precise schedule for your home. Va’etchanan Friday, Aug. 4, light candles at 8:17 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, Shabbat ends at 9:15 p.m. Eikev Friday, Aug. 11, light candles at 8:10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, Shabbat ends at 9:07 p.m. Re’eh Friday, Aug. 18, light candles at 8:03 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, Shabbat ends at 8:58 p.m. Shoftim Friday, Aug. 25, light candles at 7:54 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, Shabbat ends at 8:49 p.m. Ki Teitzei Friday, Sept. 1, light candles at 7:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, Shabbat ends at 8:39 p.m. Ki Tavo Friday, Sept. 8, light candles at 7:35 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, Shabbat ends at 8:29 p.m. Nitzavim-Vayelech Friday, Sept. 15, light candles at 7:26 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, Shabbat ends at 8:19 p.m. Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, Sept. 20, light candles at 7:19 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, light candles after 8:12 p.m. Ha’Azinu Friday, Sept. 22, light candles at 7:16 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, Shabbat ends at 8:09 p.m. Yom Kippur Friday, Sept. 29, light candles at 7:06 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, holiday and Shabbat end at 8 p.m. Sukkot Wednesday, Oct. 4, light candles at 6:59 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, light candles after 7:53 p.m. Vezot Habrachah Friday, Oct. 6, light candles at 6:57 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, Shabbat ends at 7:50 p.m. Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Wednesday, Oct. 11, light candles at 6:50 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, light candles after 7:44 p.m. Bereishit Friday, Oct. 13, light candles at 6:48 p.m. 104

Saturday, Oct. 14, Shabbat ends at 7:42 p.m. Noach Friday, Oct. 20, light candles at 6:39 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, Shabbat ends at 7:34 p.m. Lech Lecha Friday, Oct. 27, light candles at 6:31 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, Shabbat ends at 7:26 p.m. Vayeira Friday, Nov. 3, light candles at 6:25 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, Shabbat ends at 7:20 p.m. Chaya Sarah Friday, Nov. 10, light candles at 5:19 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, Shabbat ends at 6:15 p.m. Toldot Friday, Nov. 17, light candles at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, Shabbat ends at 6:12 p.m. Vayeitzei Friday, Nov. 24, light candles at 5:12 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, Shabbat ends at 6:09 p.m. Vayishlach Friday, Dec. 1, light candles at 5:10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, Shabbat ends at 6:09 p.m. Vayeishev Friday, Dec. 8, light candles at 5:11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, Shabbat ends at 6:09 p.m. Mikeitz Friday, Dec. 15, light candles at 5:12 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, Shabbat ends at 6:11 p.m. Vayigash Friday, Dec. 22, light candles at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23, Shabbat ends at 6:15 p.m. Vayechi Friday, Dec. 29, light candles at 5:19 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, Shabbat ends at 6:19 p.m. Shemot Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, light candles at 5:25 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, Shabbat ends at 6:24 p.m. Va’eira Friday, Jan. 12, light candles at 5:31 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, Shabbat ends at 6:30 p.m. Bo Friday, Jan. 19, light candles at 5:38 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, Shabbat ends at 6:36 p.m. Beshalach Friday, Jan. 26, light candles at 5:44 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, Shabbat ends at 6:42 p.m. Yitro Friday, Feb. 2, light candles at 5:51 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, Shabbat ends at 6:49 p.m. Mishpatim Friday, Feb. 9, light candles at 5:58 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, Shabbat ends at 6:55 p.m.

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Terumah Friday, Feb. 16, light candles at 6:05 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, Shabbat ends at 7:01 p.m. Tetzaveh Friday, Feb. 23, light candles at 6:11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, Shabbat ends at 7:07 p.m. Ki Tisa Friday, March 2, light candles at 6:17 p.m. Saturday, March 3, Shabbat ends at 7:13 p.m. Vayakhel-Pekudei Friday, March 9, light candles at 6:23 p.m. Saturday, March 10, Shabbat ends at 7:18 p.m. Vayikra Friday, March 16, light candles at 7:28 p.m. Saturday, March 17, Shabbat ends at 8:24 p.m. Tzav Friday, March 23, light candles at 7:34 p.m. Saturday, March 24, Shabbat ends at 8:29 p.m. Passover Friday, March 30, light candles at 7:39 p.m. Saturday, March 31, light candles after 8:35 p.m. Sunday, April 1, holiday ends at 8:36 p.m. Thursday, April 5, light candles at 7:43 p.m. Friday, April 6, light candles at 7:44 p.m. Saturday, April 7, holiday and Shabbat end at 8:41 p.m. Shemini Friday, April 13, light candles at 7:49 p.m. Saturday, April 14, Shabbat ends at 8:46 p.m. Tazria-Metzora Friday, April 20, light candles at 7:55 p.m. Saturday, April 21, Shabbat ends at 8:52 p.m. Acharei-Kedoshim Friday, April 27, light candles at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 28, Shabbat ends at 8:59 p.m. Emor Friday, May 4, light candles at 8:06 p.m. Saturday, May 5, Shabbat ends at 9:05 p.m.

Behar-Bechukotai Friday, May 11, light candles at 8:11 p.m. Saturday, May 12, Shabbat ends at 9:11 p.m. Bamidbar Friday, May 18, light candles at 8:16 p.m. Shavuot Saturday, May 19, light candles after 9:17 p.m. Sunday, May 20, light candles after 9:18 p.m. Monday, May 21, holiday ends at 9:18 p.m. Naso Friday, May 25, light candles at 8:21 p.m. Saturday, May 26, Shabbat ends at 9:22 p.m. Behaalotecha Friday, June 1, light candles at 8:26 p.m. Saturday, June 2, Shabbat ends at 9:27 p.m. Shlach Friday, June 8, light candles at 8:29 p.m. Saturday, June 9, Shabbat ends at 9:31 p.m. Korach Friday, June 15, light candles at 8:32 p.m. Saturday, June 16, Shabbat ends at 9:34 p.m. Chukat Friday, June 22, light candles at 8:34 p.m. Saturday, June 23, Shabbat ends at 9:36 p.m. Balak Friday, June 29, light candles at 8:35 p.m. Saturday, June 30, Shabbat ends at 9:36 p.m. Pinchas Friday, July 6, light candles at 8:34 p.m. Saturday, July 7, Shabbat ends at 9:35 p.m. Matot-Massei Friday, July 13, light candles at 8:32 p.m. Saturday, July 14, Shabbat ends at 9:32 p.m. Devarim Friday, July 20, light candles at 8:29 p.m. Saturday, July 21, Shabbat ends at 9:28 p.m. Va’etchanan Friday, July 27, light candles at 8:24 p.m. Saturday, July 28, Shabbat ends at 9:23 p.m. Eikev Friday, Aug. 3, light candles at 8:18 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, Shabbat ends at 9:16 p.m. Re’eh Friday, Aug. 10, light candles at 8:12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, Shabbat ends at 9:08 p.m. Shoftim Friday, Aug. 17, light candles at 8:04 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, Shabbat ends at 9 p.m. Ki Teitzei Friday, Aug. 24, light candles at 7:56 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, Shabbat ends at 8:51 p.m. Ki Tavo Friday, Aug. 31, light candles at 7:47 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 1, Shabbat ends at 8:41 p.m.

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