PASSOVERPALOOZA | 11
SPECIAL SECTION | 22
PESACH BODY & SOUL
BAR/BAT MITVAHS
A week of Passover eating doesn’t have to be dreary. Plenty of tasty, healthy recipes inside.
Taking a look at a couple of trends: so-called “bark mitzvahs,” for man’s best friend, and the unaffiliated DIY-mitzvah.
APRIL 19, 2019 | NISAN 14, 5779 | VOLUME 71, NUMBER 28
Jewish community reacts to Netanyahu victory BY NICK ENQUIST | STAFF WRITER
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enjamin Netanyahu won his fifth term as the prime minister of Israel last week, and reactions have been mixed, both locally and nationally. Rabbi Reuven Mann was actually in Israel as the election unfolded. The founder of Congregation Torat Emet in Phoenix was pleased with Netanyahu’s victory, and believes that “Bibi” will be able to guide Israel through stormy waters. “The biggest threat is that which is posed by a nuclear Iran, but Israel must also be concerned about the terrorist organizations such as Hamas and Hezbollah, which are always prone to launch missiles that cause serious harm to civilians and must be contained,” Mann said. “Netanyahu is far from perfect, but he is an experienced hand at dealing with these kind of issues and very seasoned in dealing with the leaders of the world’s major powers such as President Trump and Putin.” Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz, president and dean of Valley Beit Midrash, believes that no matter what, ideology should not divide the local community. “However we feel about the results, the consequences of the Israeli election don’t negate our Jewish commitment to seeking peace and justice throughout the world,” he said. “It is imperative that the local Jewish community not fall into the myopic trap of
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Kosher food bank preps for Passover in new space NICK ENQUIST | STAFF WRITER
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osher food bank Ezras Cholim of Phoenix is working around the clock to provide enough food for the Passover season. Julia Almoslino, the bank’s volunteer food coordinator, said she expects Ezras Cholim to receive about 1,000 families to visit its new facility. “There’s always an increase of families around holidays,” Almoslino said. “Specifically SEE FOOD, PAGE 3
Ezras Cholim of Phoenix's volunteer staff holds Passover goods.
PHOTO BY NICK ENQUIST
Finding joy in interior design Sometimes it can be hard to trust your own instincts when it comes to decor. You might like a couch or a wall hanging, but is it right for the room? Does it work with the rest of your stuff? Is it au courant? Interior designer Barbara Kaplan writes in this issue about identifying what brings you joy so that your home reflects your personality. Even an item as small as a dish towel can make you feel the space is yours. Read more on p. 27.
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