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Gloriann, Mark Levy enrich Omaha with background and skills
Roberta Louis Goodman, a specialist in nurturing By Diane Axler Baum, freelance writer faith development, has been invited by Temple Israel to serve as i Since their arrival in Omaha eight months ago, SchoIar-in-Residence for Mark and Gloriann Levy have made an impact on the weekend of March the Jewish community with their educational back24-26 and to lead grounds, experience, and special skills. Temple's 65th Annual The most unusual of these skills is Mr. Levy's Jae and Charles accomplishment as a ventriloquist and puppeteer. Rosenstock Institute on A doctoral candidate in the Jewish Theological Judaism for Clergy dur-1 Seminary's Graduate Division, Department of ing the day on March 24. Education, he is exploring in his thesis "The Use of Ms. Goodman will Ventriloquism in Jewish Education." speak at 8:15 p.m. One presentation he has developed uses ventriloShabbat services on quism spiced with humor to teach issues of reliFriday. March 24, when gious tolerance. she will examine "how "People relate to a puppet in a way that they we make meaning Roberta Goodman can't relate to human beings. They'll quickly get throughout our lives." into the illusion of the puppet as a 'separate perOn Saturday morning, in addition to discussing son'," he said. "God's Top Ten" at the 11:16 a.m. Simcha According to Mr. Levy, a puppet is free to make B'Shabbat service, she will lead workshops for stu- foolish, intolerant, or even anti-Semitic remarks. dents in Saturday morning religious school, and Such remarks can then be refuted with logic or their parents. clarification, and oAen the end result is a powerful Saturday aflemoon, from 3:30-6:30, adults will learning experience. It was his appointment os director of United participate in a discussion and Havdalah with Ms. Ooodmon. Her topic will be "A Spiritual Pirkei Avot Talmud Torah of Omaha that brought the couple v-Emahot (Sayings of Our Fathers and Mothera): here from Hartford, CT. Coincidentally, Beth Inner Thoughts You Want to Share with Your Saldin Doton, JCC Cultural Art* Director, moved Orandchitdrsn." tampororlly to larael, and tin. Levy moved aoiily (Continuad on page 10) into that poaitioQ.
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It is often said that the Talmud is a 'Sea" that is 80 vast that one may never master all of it. Further, adding other rabbinic literature to the Jtny Qny, Otntal Uantgar Talmud itself, say, the Midrashim, and there is a mmimmmmmimmmmmmm vastness almost indescribable. ' Where then to begin? Anywhere! You may dive in \ anywhere and work from the very beginning. The ^ reason is partly that the rabbinic assumption is that it is all one, and that any part, no matter how Wiir train. distant in subject matter or distant even in time, Call or send resume to: may explain any other part. The rabbis also looked upon the Bible in the same way. They assumed an "intertextuality," so that 11235 Davenport St. STE 101 they could explain a verse anywhere in the Bible by Omaha NE 68154 using a verse from any other part. 330-4010. Two weeks ago, for example, I quoted the rabbinic explanation of the end of Exodus by their use of a verse from the Book of Proverbs. Logical? Perhaps not in our system of logic, but yes, definitely yes, in their system. Where shall we begin Bible study? I remember that as a Seminary student my friends would be Sunday. March 19.1995 silently amused when students at a non-Jewish 11:15 am - 2:15 pm seminary would tell us, seriously, that their first Beth El Synagogue study in the Bible in Hebrew began with easy portions of the Former Prophets, all narrative, and they could master as many as 20 verses an hour. Students in a college course in Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures are often non-plussed when a New This Year: ^'^i faVJ*'k\o^ certain text begins their study with the juxtaposiSega/Cenesis/CO Came Booth tion of a group of verses from Joshua to a group of tc Spacewalk verses from Deuteronomy. Why not start from Genesis? "In the beginning God created. . ." * RMt Frizes lo include AiHine Ticlitts, Television, CD FItyer, Cill Parents today are sometimes surprised to learn , Cenilictits. Husker f osier Sientd by Tommie fraitr. tnd morel ^ ^ that the traditional place for starting little children in the Bible study was in VaYikra, Leviticus, which we have begun reading, in the annual cycle of readings of Torah for the Synagogue. Why bother chilCLIP & SAVE dren with the intricate system of sacrifices? What has that got to do with them? What great moral lessons are there for children in this ancient and long-defunct way of worship? But tradition is stubborn; Let the sacrifices, which reestablished the purity and innocence of ancient Israel, even after serious sins, be taught to children, who are pure and innocent. FRIDAY, MARCH 17 Even if we do not agree with tradition's choice of Visions Membership Luncheon, 12:30 p m Leviticus for a child's first lessons in the Bible, we S SATURDAY, MARCH IB Crossing Oelanoey Porlormance. 8 p m A ought to ponder the moral position recommended. Temple Sisterhood Havdalah Service & Dinner, V 6 p.m. at Temple In these days, when our children are taught so E . Chabad Hearts & Crafts Club. 7:30 p.m. at much that is so bad so often and so soon and so regChabad House ularly on TV and through the pervading atmosSUNDAY. MARCH 19 Jewish War Veterans, t0:30 am. phere of our cities, we need to find the influences Resetttenrtent Holiday Wort(shop,tO-t2am Crossing Delanoey Perforrrunce, 2 p m that defend purity and innocence-and morality Purim Carnival, Noon at Temple Israel and decency and respect and compassion-against MONDAY, MARCH 20 all the surrounding negative influences. YES Program, lO a.m. CJL Jewish Studies Institute 7:30-9:30 p m. Educators! Religious Educators! Here is your JFS/Ade4e Faber Parentino Worttslwp, 7:30 p.m. sacred task!
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Gloriann and Mark Levy (Continued from page 1) Mr. Levy has numerous ideas aimed at enriching UTTO. He hopes to encourage more family involvement, and he looks ahead to a stronger connection between the curriculum in UTTO and the public schools. For example, he would like UTTO to teach students about the role of Jews in mtyor historical events. One of his aims is to develop history as a core Subject in Hfebrew High. Mr. Levy is in the process of creating a "new definition" for UTTO. "We're a religious school program, not a Hebrew school program," he said. He believes that UTTO's primary mission is "to prepare our children to be comfortable entering synagogues" and to direct them toward participation and involvement. Already, under his guidance, UTTO is working with a new Hebrew program which is prayer-based. In the cultural arts arena, Mrs. Levy is taking innovative steps of her own. Already making plans to celebrate Jerusalem's 3,000th anniversary "really smashingly," she hopes the JCC will offer interactive exhibits, entertainment, films, and other special events beginning this fall and into 1996. At this point she is trying to obtain grant money. To kick-off the 1995 College of Jewish Learning, she envisions one full-scale evening of music, classes, and other programming. "We might call it a^ 'class-a-thon"" she suggested. • She also has undertaken the preparation of a series of brochures on the m^'or Jewish holidays^H and now she is writing a brochure on Purim. ^| Before coming to Omaha, both Mr. and Mrs. Levy pursued Jewish communal work for nearly 20 years. At their most recent posts in Hartford, he was educator, director of a supplementary religious school and joint high school for two synagogues, and she was adult education director for the Greater Hartford Jewish Community Center. They have two sons, Jonathan, a senior finishing high school in Hartford, and Daniel, an eighthgrader at Peter Kiewil Middle School. Mr. Levy holds a Master of Public Administration from New York University and a Master of Hebrew i Literature from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. He is fluent in Hebrew and authorized as a trainer of the Melton Hebrew Language Program. Mrs. Levy, also fluent in Hebrew, has a Masters of Education in Guidance and Counseling from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and World History from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The two met in Israel in 1970, while he was on vacation from his work with Uin New York civil ser vice and sh« was living in Jorusnipm as a teacher of English as a second languags.
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FRroAY: Shabbat evening service at 8'.15 p.m. Rabbi Azriel, Rabbi Stiel and Cantor Yablonski will ofBciate. Rabbi Azriel will speak. The Oneg Shabbat will be sponsored by Marge Brickson and Gretchen and Jack Brickson in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of Bei\jeunin Jacobson. Sitter Service Sitter service is available each Shabbat evening service and the Saturday morning Shabbat service when there is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Please make a reservation so we may plan accordingly. Tliere are no facilities for infants. SATURDAY: Shabbat morning service at 11:15 a.m. Simcha B'shabbat--An alternative Torah study will take place in the Chapel. The regular Shabbat service will be held in the Sanctuary. Bar Mitzvah Benjamin Jack Jacobson, son of Nancy and David Jacobson, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah at the Shabbat morning service. Adult Education Tuesday: Sisterhood Adult Education: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.--"History of Jewish Women's Spirituality," led by Rabbi Stiel; 10:30 a.m."Finding God: Jewish Responses," led by Rabbi Azriel. Thursday: 7 to 8:15 p.m. ."Beyond Midrash," led hy Don Schwartz. Purim Carnival Food, games and prizes for the whole family at the Purim Carnival Sunday, noon to 2 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door. The event, sponsored by the Temple Israel Youth Group, is open to the entire community. "Food For Thought" The next luncheon session will be Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rabbi Stiel will lead the discussion. Bring a brown bag lunch; Temple will provide the drinks. Scholar-In-Residence Roberta Louis Goodman will be Temple Israel's Scholar-in-Residence March 24-26. She will speak at the Shabbat evening service on "Tfou Can't Learn It All In Religious School: A Look At How We Make Meaning Throughout Our lives." Saturday, March 25, 3:30 p.m.-Ms. Goodman will lead a discussion with adults on "A Spiritual Pirkei Avot v'Imahot (Sayings of Our Fathers and Mothers): Inner Thoughts You Want To Share With Your Grandchildren." Havdalah will follow. Sunday, March 26, 10 a.m.-Ms. Goodman will work with students and parents. Her topic will be "God's Top Ten." The entire community may attend all events.
CHABAD HOUSE ^H 1322 So. 119th Stirvet ^P Omaha, NE 68144 '^ 687-1124 SATURDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush. SUIVDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m. Talmud Classes Talmud class, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Advanced Talmud, 12 p.m. Thursday. • Chumash Class Chumash class for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Yiddish "Hooked on Yiddish" lessons Wednesdays, 7 p.m. English 'Think Jewish and speak English" classes on Jewish topics for new Americans, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Chabad House. Jewish Hearts and Crafts Participants will meet Saturday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Chabad HOUBS, For information, call Sholny st 697-1124.
Jewish PreM March 17,199S P»t'\ BETH ISRAEL SYNAGO|GUE 1602 No. 52nd Street Omaha, NE 68104 556-6288 Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.' to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. , Services are conducted by Rabbi Joseph I Friedman. ' FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6:15 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning services are at 8:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary and (Joldstein Chapel. Beginners Minyan at 9:30 a.m. Super Shabbos, 9:30 a.m., for children of all ages. Kiddush will be sponsored by Sisterhood. Babysitting service provided by Sisterhood. Lesson with the rabbi at 5:15 p.m. Mincha is at 6:15 p.m. Shalosh Seudot, Ma'Ariv and Havdalah conclude the services. SUNDAY: Morning services at 9 a.m. Breakfast and a study session with Rabbi Friedman follow the service, while Rabbi Kaye leads a study session for the youth group. Evening services at 6:15 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Services at 7 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. Wine Tasting Kosher wine tasting Sunday at 7 p.m., at the synagogue. Music provided by a local flute duo. Danny Lewis will act as sommelier. Paul Epstein is the local wholesaler of Hagefen wine. Chairmen are Carol Katzman and Cheryl Kricsfeld. Cost is $5 per person. Lunch 'n Learn Lunch 'n Learn will be held Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the home of Mike and Carol Katzman, 9151 Harney. Practical Judaism A class with Rabbi Kaye will be held Wednesday TIFERETH ISRAEL at 7:30 p.m. at the synagogue. 3219 Sheridan Blvd. Rosh Chodesh Luncheon Lincoln, NE 68502 The Rosh Chodesh Luncheon has been postponed 423-8569 Services are conducted by Rabbi Stanley M. until April 1. Following the luncheon, Lisa Aiken, author of "To Be A Jewish Woman," will speak. Rosenbaum. Minyans on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:15 a.m. Cost of the luncheon is $6.50 for adults, $4 for chilFRIDAY: dren ages 2-12, and $1.50 for children under age 2. Light candles no later than 6:20 p.m. Reservations are required. Services start at 8 p.m. SATURDAY: B'NAI JESHURUN Services start at 9:30 a.m. 20th and South Streets Jr. Congregation, 10:15 a.m. Lincoln, NE 68502 435-8004 B'NAI ISRAEL Services are officiated by Cantor Michael Weisser. The RECONSTRUCTIONIST FRIDAY: CONGREGATION Shabbat evening service at 7:30 p.m. 322-4705 SATURDAY: Services led by Rabbi Ruth Ehrenstein and conTorah study and service at 10 a.m. gregants. SUNDAY: NOTE: Services on the first and third Fridays of Hebrew school, 9 a.m.; Religious school, 10 a.m each month are held in Oninha. All other Friday night services are held in Council Bluffs. For information on any activities, call 322-4705. FRIDAY: Family Shabbat service, 7:30 p.m., 3029 S. 119th, Michael Seth Fineman, son of Hollie and Glen Omaha. Fineman, will become a Bar Mitzvah Friday SUNDAY: evening, March 24, Religious School, 10 a.m., Wcstside Center. and Saturday mornFRIDAY, March 24: ing, March 25, at Beth Kabbalat Shabbat service, 618 Mynster, Council El Synagogue. Bluffs. A seventh-grade SUNDAY, March 26: superior honor roll Religious School, 10 a.m., Westside Community student at Peter Education Center. Kiewit Middle School,
BETH EL SYNAGOGUE 14506 California Oma'ha, NE 68154 492-8550 Office Hours: Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Paul Drazen and Cantor Emil Berkovits. FRTOAY: Services at 6 p.m. SATURDAY: Services at 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following services. Sitter service starts at 10 a.m. Shabbat story time, the first and third Saturday at 11 a.m. K'tantan (program for kindergarten, first, second and third grades) meets the first and third Saturday at 11 a.m. TSS (Torah Siddur Skills) at 10 a.m. Minha-Ma'ariv and Havdalah services, 6:25 p.m. SUNDAY: Services are at 9 a.m. WEEKDAYS: Services at 6:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Judaica Shop Open Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to noon; and by appointment. USY Purim Carnival USVs annual Purim Carnival will be Sunday from 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. B'nai Mitzvah Rachel Kubart, daughter of Ruth and Verdell Kubart, will become a Bat Mitzvah Friday evening and Saturday morning. Michael Fineman, son of Hollie and Glen Fineman, will bjecome a Bar Mitzvah Friday evening, March 24, and Saturday morning, March 25.
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he plays piano and clarinet, enjoys baseball and baseball card collecting, and reading. Also, he was recently I. selected for the Duke Michael Fineman University Talent Identification program. Michael's tzcdnknh project will involve a donation to, and pnrtiripiitiori in, the Jewish Family Service Pesach "Tzodnkah program. Mirluiol has a brother Nnthan, 7. Grandparents are Nita Fineman of San Diego and the late Sidney Fineman, and the late Naomi and Mortimer Miller. Michael will shore his Bar Mitzvah day witli his father, Glen, who will also become a Bar MiUvah. i
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By Carol Katzman, Mom The world has changed c^ramatically in the lifetime of Avigail Sarah Katzman. She will never know a Communist dictatorship in the former Soviet Union, a wall in Berlin or a closed border between Israel and Jordan. Avi lives in a world where former enemies, like Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO leader Yassir Arafat, now »it across the table from one another, engaged in dialogue. She lives in a, world where American Jewish tourists to Israel can use their passports and ti^avel to archeological treasures like Petra. She only knows a world of free emigration, where Jews from behind the fallen Iron Curtain take flights daily to their new homes in Israel and America. What does all this mean to a 7-year-old? It means she has friends in her first-grade classroom at the Friedel Jevrish Academy who can teach her Russian as she helps them with their English. It means that she will not have a Soviet twin when she becomes a Bat Mitzvah because her Jewish contemporaries in Russia will have their own celebrations. , And it means that this summer, when her family once again travels to Israel, she can cross the border and visit places in Jordan that were once forbidden. Avi is a little girl with big dreams. And, at age 7, all still seems possible. She gave up ballet for gymnastics, "something more physical" (as she described it). She joined a Brownie troop to be with friends from the JCC Early Childhood programs. She sees her big sisters, Rachel, 9, and Melissa, 17, and her brother, Jeffrey, 15, go off to camp or Israel each summer, and she begs to go, too. The world is a moi^ hopeful place in 1995 than it was when Avi came into it. She is still a child, just peering into a whole new world through reading, computers, interactive television, and "the Net." She can communicate with other 7-year-olds as easily as pressing a few letters on a keyboard. There can be no secrets in a world with such easy access. Perhaps, it will be Avi and her generation who guarantee that the doors stay open forever.
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larah Schulman is an energetic 7-year-old. She is a naturally coordinated, athletic individual, and she is involved in many sports and dance activities. Sarah enjoys dance lessons at Dance Unlimited; she plays soccer with West Omaha, softball with OSAA, and takes Tae Kwon Do with Master Kim. We are very proud of her achieving second place in the eight and under Yellow Belt Category at the last Tae Kwon Do tournament in September. She has since advanced to Green Belt. A first-grade student at Grace Abbott Elementary School and UTTO, Sarah is in a Brownie Troop at school. In her spare time, Sarah likes to swim and participate in all the Multiple Sclerosis fund-raising projects she can, especially the MS Walk and One Day Bicycle Tour. It's fun for her to run around with Daddy, who currently is serving as Chairman of the MS Society. It has been great to see her really blossom this year—learning to read for pleasure, losing teeth, enjoying her friends, and getting really tall! Sarah also enjoys visiting her Papa and Grandma in Florida, and she wants to go visit her six cousins in New York soon. She enjoys playing with her brother, Joseph, 9, and helps care for our dog, Shane. It's hard to believe that this B'nai Mitzvah class is more than halfway to being called to the Torah. Time flies when you're having fun — and we ore!
Leanne is now 6, but sometimes her charm, wit and good-natured attitude belie those tender years. She has a nonstop schedule which apparently is a sign of the times. She starts off her day bright and early (admittedly not a morning person, as previously reported) and probably just opens her eyes at the JCC's Kidz Inn, wherfe she has met many new friends of varying ages. Since she attends first grade at Columbian Elementary School, it is just a short hop and skip through the adjoining playgrounds. She likes walking to and from Columbian with her buddies. Leanne's favorite subject is math, but she also is an excellent reader. She enjoys reading Amelia Bedelia books to herself and then sharing the Tunny" parts aloud. We are proud that she has been chosen to participate in Challenge programs in both reading and math. She enjoys writing stories and at this stage doesn't really consider homework to actually be work. After school, she takes Spanish class, goes back to the J, attends Brownies or goes to gymnastics. When there is a break in the action, she loves to visit friends' houses. Sunday brings no rest, as she reluctantly gets carted off to Sunday School at Temple Israel. Remarkably, no matter how much of a fuss she puts up leaving the house, she always returns with a big smile and a project completed proudly. This summer, Leanne took up tennis and was really starting to show her strength before the weather turned cold. She even made her mom take lessons, which, of course, called for a new racket and tennis attire. Gymnastics remains an important part of Leanne's life. Despite her petite build, she is very strong and incredibly agile. She is also, as she describes it, "fast as a rabbit." Recently, she did a round-off from the high balance beam and hip circles on the uneven bars. She has even been coaching her 3-year-old brother, Zach, on how to do cartwheels, vnth questionable results. Whenever Leanne has been sitting still for a long time, she says that she needs to stretch by doing a back bend. Leanne's favorite color is purple. She likes to dress in bright colors and pull her long, straight hair back into a ponytail or a bun. Leanne's favorite TV show is Star Trek, which she enjoys watching with her best buddy, her daddy. She also likes to watch Full House when she has the chance. On weekends, Leanne enjoys talking on the phone, having friends over to play, or going to a movie. She is intrigued with computer games and learning tools. She also likes to bake and do craft projects. Leanne is very good about including her brother in her activities and likes to help him learn new things. She enjoys mothering not only Zach, but also other little kids and babies. She helps take care of the dogs, too. She has earned her nickname of "Mommy Jr." Leanne loves all animals and relishes going to the zoo. At home, she has a huge collection of stuffed animals. She really doesn't like the cold weather and would much prefer walking the beaches of Cancun looking for seashells. Leanne does have her trying moments, like all other children, and we are still working on her initial shy tendencies. But her warm smile and generous nature make up for any less-thon-desirable moments. Next Bummer she says she wants to learn to ploy golf and improve her tennis ^d swimming. No matter what she does, she will continue to rgoke her parents proud!
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hen f^" I remember complaining to my mothpr wh was young t^iat time seemed to go by so slowly. She'd look at me, smile, and say, "Just wait; the older you get, the faster it goes." After college, I began to understand what she meant, but it wasn't until I had children of my own that I really began to comprehend the impact of it all. I am reminded of it daily as I look at my own contributions to the B'nai Mitzvah Class of 2001. It seems like just yesterday that Ian and Max were born. In fact, they are now at the halfway point between birth and Bar Mitzvah. When 1 think back, I'm amazed at how much they've grown and how far they've come. When I look ahead, I'm awed by how far they have to go. On Aug. 16, 1993, Ian and Max started kindergarten at Prairie Lane School. Their teachers were as different in style and personality as the boys. Fortunately, each boy was paired with the teacher right for him, and it was a great year for everyone! As I watched Ian and Max grow that year, I was surprised again and again by how alike they could be in some ways and how different in others. Ian liked everyone in his class, and everyone liked him; but he was content with just a few close friends. One of these happened to be female, and it was wonderful to watch a brother-sister relationship unfold. Max, however, was everybody's pal. He was even quite the "ladies' man," receiving "love notes" from two of the girls all year long. He wanted everyone to get along and enjoyed furthering this cause by keeping everyone laughing. Luckily, his teacher thought he was pretty funny, too!
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Though their personalities differed, their choices of activities did not. The summer following kindergarten, they both chose to play T-ball and take swimming lessons. I'll never forget their first T-ball game. At one point I looked at my sons and burst out laughing. They were both in the outfield. Max was in a squat position with his glove over his entire face, and Itm was sitting down and intently playing m with, the dirt on the ground. Their interest and par- 1 ticiinition did pick up as the season wore on. I'm not sure, however, if their coach ever figured out which one was which. This year, with both boys in the first-grade class, I've had a real eye-opener. I had become concerned that Max was much more assertive than Ian—and that Ian was taking a "back seat" and deferring to Max. Not true at all! What I discovered was the real differences in their personalities. Ian has a much more deliberate approach to life. He sits back, observes a situation, and weighs his decisions. I hope this "deep thinking" will serve him well as an adolescent when he is faced with some difficult decision-making. Max, generally, is fearless. Because of his somewhat impulsive nature, he often dives headlong into things. Trepidation may come later, but now he's usually willing to try ahnost anything at least once. Needless to say, I hope he doesn't throw caution to the wind as he grows older! Both boys have developed into very loving, caring individuols. Some children can be manipulative, but not these two. It's gratifying to watch these great peace-makers as they go out of their way to make sure everyone is happy and no one is left out. In addition to keeping busy with T-ball, swimming, and friends, Ian and Max participate in basketball, soccer, Tiger Cubs, and Sunday School. They look up to their older sister, Alexis, and she adores them—especially when they follow her orders as to what to play, when, and how. There's never a dull moment with Ian and Me around, and I look forward to what the future holds for all of us.
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March 17,1996 LINDSAY BELMONT
ALEXA JILLIAN NEWMAN
By Jill Belmont, Mom
By Murray Newman, Dad
She Bigns her name "LIN-Z." Her bedtime prayer ends with either "G-d bless my whole family... and my relatives," o/r "G-d bless everybody... except bad guys." She lovingly cares for her favorite baby doll and holds elaborate birthday parties for her stuffed animals. She loves to tease, mimic, and play practical jokes, and she is quite comfortable keeping up with big sister Jessica, 8, or shifting gears to make up funny, giggly games with 2-year-old brother, Colin. She delights in relentlessly annoying her older sibling, and she does it well.. .and'often. She's a creative, inquisitive first grader with a passion for writing. She writes fictional tales, recounts her day in a journal and sends notes to family members. She writes on calendars (usually mine), scratch pads and grocery lists (mine, also), and any notebook with unused pages. I've concluded that "Post-It" notes were created specifically with her in mind. (The latest, found on her closed bedroom door, stated, "no mommies or daddies aloud!") Recently, upon discovering her first loose tooth, Lindsay wrote an endearing, touching little letter to the tooth fairy, complete with our phone number, address, and directions to our house, "in case you get mixed up." In our neighborhood and our elementary school where Jewish people are not exactly abundant, Lindsay is very comfortable in her Jewishness. In December, she enjoyed telling classmates about Hanukkah, and shortly aflerward, her teacher told us that in her daily journal, Lindsay wrote, "I like to be Jewish." Many times, I have overheard Lindsay explaining Jewish holidays to her Christian friends. She usually does a pretty good job, but I remember that last year I needed to clarify her explanation of Purim, which she excitedly described as a holiday where "you dress up like a queen and march around the synagogue!" She's quite a combination, this LIN-Z: a comedic spitfire with selective hearing and a sunny disposition; but also a thoughtful, sensitive little child who is easily moved to tears and is always aware of others' feelings. You make me smile and laugh, Lindsay Rachel, and you always make me so proud to be your MOM-E!
Alexa Jillian Newman is a typical 6-year-old girl: artistic and athletic; inquisitive and thoughtful; silly, exuberant, and loving. Alexa spends her weekdays attending first grade at Swanson Elementary School, where she enjoys art, computers, physical education, and lunch. She is an avid reader and participates in the Junior Great Books program. On the weekends, when Lexi is not attending a birthday party, you can find her playing with Barbie dolls, creating "great art," or hanging out with her brother, Nick. She also eryoys ice-skating and swimming. She plans to try gymnastics and Softball this spring, and she is looking forward to attending Camp Chaverim at the JCC this summer. Lexi treats every member of her family—^including her dog. Bailey—with care and afTection. She embraces life and is fun to be with. She is a great traveler who is always ready for an adventure, but when she returns from a trip she is glad to be home and to sleep, again, in her own bed.
AARON PASSER By Jeffrey and Sandra Passer, Dad and Mom Aaron already has finished half of his first year of school. A kindergartner at Brownell-Talbot, he is studying and playing hard. His favorite subject is math, but he also likes making up stories. Aaron loves animals, and we now have our first pet, a gray 2-year-old shorthair cat named Skittles. Aaron loves playing games with her and chasing her around the house. Whenever we ask a question, Aaron always answers more than just "yes" or "no." He is a great storyteller, and he especially likes to make up scary Dracula tales to frighten us. He also likes to do imitations of the Tiny Tune characters and can even do a great imitation of the late Elvis Presley. Aaron remains very close to his older sister Lyndi, and he misses her very much now that she is away at college. However, he still has time to play and visit with Sam when he comes home from Drake University. Of course, Aaron is always eager to spend time with Jeremy, the family's sports expert. Aaron and his brother Joel are very close and love t« play Sega and Super Nintendo games together. They also Uke to Join each other for swimming, baseball, and soccer. Fruits and vegetables remain Aaron's favorite foods. For example, Aaron would rather eat a pineapple than a hamburger or ice cream. (We should all have eating habits like Aaron'si) Aaron continu«s his studies at Temple Isrnel and enjoys Koing to larvices with his family on a roguliubAsis. He is a merobtr of Temple Tones, the junior ^^Mir, and h« loves to sing. Psrhaps he will want to ^^Kma • ratAl or a wto or mwbs even an actor.
MAGGIE FRIED By Sandi and Ed Fried, Mom and Dad It's so amazing to watch a child unfold before your very eyes! (Although many of you have done this, it's our first time.)... Where there was once a babbling tolddler who liked the sound of her voice, a lot, there is now a child with ideas and questions and wanting to know "why"; Where there was once a baby who loved to giggle, there is now a child who giggles with the girls and is silly and funny; Where there was once a shy child who needed to cling, there is now a child who is more adventurous and is always with friends; Where there was once a graceful child,there is now a child who loves ballet, gymnastics, and soccer; Where there was once a baby who loved picture books and stories, there is now a child who reads any book and writes her own stories; Where there was once an only child, who had us' to love, there are now a brother and a baby sister for all of us lAsharMitJrJoye; ^ . Where there"was Ttnce a'chil^%ho depended on us for her every need, there is now a child who helps us take care of her siblings' needs; Where there was a quiet child, who was gentle and meek, there is now a sweet, kind child, who also knows how to assert herself. Every day is a miracle, and we're very thankful to watch our child grow to be this wonderful older child before our very eyes.
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ALEX DREW EPSTEIN By I..i8a Epstein, Mom
This is the second in a series of interviews conducted with Alex Drew Epstein. The first was conducted when Alex was 4. The same question^ have been asked again of Alex, now 6.' Alex is a native of Omaha. He was born on Oct. 11, 1988, the third-born son of Lisa and Gary Epstein. The following interview was conducted on^ Jan. 19,1995:
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Lisa: What do you like about being 6? Alex: You are bigger. I am the tallest in my class 1 like it because it makes me strong and 1 get to go on rides that little kids don't get to go on. Lisa: What was the happiest time in your life? Alex: I got to go to Disney World. Lisa: What is the saddest thing that has happened in your life? Alex: Kids beat me up. Lisa: What is the most important thing in the world? Alex: School and college. Lisa: What is your favorite holiday? Alex: Hanukkah, because people know then that I am Jewish and I don't have to believe in Jesus. Lisa: What do you feel like in synagogue? Alex: I like going there because I don't want to go to church. Lisa: What do you want to be when you grow up? Alex: Let me call Jeffrey so I can see what he wants to be so I can copy off him because I'm his best friend. Lisa: What will you look like when you're 13? Alex: 1 will be cool. I will have bigger friends and I still will be the tallest. Lisa: Who will you invite to your Bar Mitzvah? Alex: Jeffrey Malashock, Bradley, Robbie, Ben, Lisa, Gary. . .my whole family and my friends. Lauren and Julie will be the girls and your friends, mom. Lisa: Who will you marry when you grow up? Alex: I have no idea! Lisa: What is your favorite sport? Alex: Hockey, basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, baseball, sledding, ice-skating, and swimming. Lisa: What is your favorite movie? Alex: "Big Man on Campus," "Coo! Runnings," and "Life is a Box of Chocolates" (Forrest Gump). Lisa: What is your favorite book? Alex: Sports Illustrated for Kids. Lisa: What scares you the most? Alex: My dreams, bad dreams about when somebody stole my puppy, Brutus. Lisa: Do you ever get in trouble? Alex: I have to go to my room for 15 minutes or^ longer when I talk back or I hit Ben. Lisa: What can you do by yourself? Alex: I can beat my brothers up. Lisa: What is your favorite song? Alex: "Cool Runnings" theme song.
EUAS HARRISON BLOOM By Rebecca Bloom, Mom Elias Harrison Bloom is a first grader at Ponca Elementary School. He is in a class of 17, where the girl to boy ratio is heavy toward the female gender. The boys get lots of attention from the girls, whether they want it or not! Sometimes, Eli complains that the girls scream too much at recess, but in general he seems to enjoy going to school and mixing with the older children. Eli is a physically active child who loves animals and the outdoors. He likes playing with friends around the neighborhood—riding bikes, rollerblading, and playing in the tree fort and woods that surround our home. In organized sports, he participates in swimming, curling league, and soccer. Eli also loves to draw. Eli has a brother, Alex, who is 19 months his elder. They are good buddies and chore mates around the house, Alex will convince Eli to make their beds, while he puts away clean clothing. Alex also makes a fair tutor when Eli t>"'-'ix l-flp in reading or moth. Eli is a vital part of the B'Nai laruei congregation. He likes sttending servicea and ainglng the familiar melodies. Eli is a loving child, always ready to givn n «riiinl huit just when you need it moat!
DANIEL FRY By Marti Fry, Mom Daniel Fry is a very bright, curious, strong, and determined boy. He eryoys kindergarten and is especially interested in math. In the evenings, he likes to practice his addition and subtraction skills with flash cards. Daniel is excited about the new baby due this month. He likes to kiss Mommy's tummy and say "good night" to Baby. He also expresses enduring love for Baby and an eagerness to be a caring protector. He is proud of the bedroom he acquired to make room for the new arrivol. . At four feet, two inches in height, Daniel is very tall for his age. He participates in basketball at our JCC here in Overland Park. He also takes a drama class. Daniel's favorite activities usually include the Power Rangers—whether watching the Power Rangers on TV or on tapes, playing Power Ranger on Sega, working on his Power Ranger coloring books, or playing Power Rangers outside with ith his friends. Daniel also ei\joys bowling, roller skating, anfl putting together intricate toys. He can spendI IhouiM at a Unto creating castles and towers on his Ubia.
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SARA MUNZESHEIMER By Alice Weiss, Mom
CHELSEA TAXMAN
BRENT SALTZMAN
By Sherry Taxman, Mom
By Lynne and Errol Saltzman, Mom and Dad , Brent Saltzman celebrated his sixth birthdayoiT Dec. 13. He is a determined child with a mind of his own. He has an active imagination and is always involved in "projects." Brent recently was collecting seeds for a Tu'bish Vat Project. Among the seeds he collected were apple, kiwi, and banana seeds. He makes all tjrpes of art projects using crayons, markers, stickers, and anything that's not nailed down. All projects must be done immediately. He asked us recently if he could make a tallis for his Bar Mitzvah. When we said he could, he insisted on going out that minute to buy the material. Brent collects ever3rthing he sees. His collections include table decorations from parties he has attended, baseball cards, and things he finds in the street. Last summer, when we were looking for something in his room, we found 75 orange Cox Cable flags in a cabinet. Brent loves to help around the house. His favorite activities include vacuuming and cleaning with a spray bottle and rag. He can dial the telephone all by himself. He loves to call his father at work. He thinks it's cool to call his grandparents in New York, too. He spends his free time using his father's word processor and watching video tapes. Brent loves music and cannot fall asleep unless his boom box is playing one of his many Jewish tapes. His favorite group is Schlock Rock. Both of Brent's older brothers, Evan, 18, and Scott, 14, attend Yeshiva High School in Memphis, TN. Instead of missing them, he is thrilled to be the center of attention. Grandpa Perry Saltzman recently moved from Florida and now resides in the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. Brent loves to visit him there and has made many friends among the residents. His favorites are Fannie Chunovic and Molly Franklin. Brent attends kindergarten at Friedel Jewish Academy. He eiyoys math, reading, Hebrew, and art. It was difficult to ac^just to a full-day program, but he loves school and is anticipating the move into the new Dan and Esther Gordman Education Center at the JCC this spring. Brent has a strong Jewish identity, which is strengthened by his love of Jewish music and rituals. He attends Shabbat services at Beth Israel Synagogue every week and participates in many facets of Jewish life. He gives Tzedakah, helps bake challah, and says the Shabbat blessings. Every day at Friedel, he is learning more about himself and what he can accomplish, and he can't wait until the year 2001 and his Bar Mitzvah.
Sara is now almost, 7. She is a first grader at ' This has been a busy year for Chelsea Rose Montcl£(ir Elementary School and is developing a Taxman. Last summer she began competitive real love for reading and writing. Her favorite book swimming on the Rockbrook Swim Team. Her is "The White Stallion." She also likes movies and efforts were rewarded at a ceremony where she her favorite is "The Lion King.' Sara comes to the received a trophy for "the mosf improved swimJCC daily for the Kidz Inn program, where she mer." Once school began, she expanded her schedsometimes sees her younger sister, Anna, 4, and ule to include pian6 lessons from Beverly Hoff. She her baby brother, Sam, both at the J's Child diligently practices every day and is looking forDevelopment Center. Sara is just crazy about her ward to her first recital on April 23. new brother, Sam, and plays with him every free Following in the footsteps of her older siblings moment. He is truly the apple of her eye. and parents, Chelsea chose to participate in scoutSara enjoys art, dance, cards, board games and ing. She enjoys her meetings at the JCC with Troop just playing around with Anna and Sam. 944. She has made new friends, earned six badges, On Friday night, when the family gathers for and sold 75 boxes of cookies. Chelsea has continued swimming this school year Shabbat, Sara always lights the candles and says the Hamotzi. She looks forward to our Shabbat on the Westside Swim Club Team. She practices family night where we play cards and board games two evenings a week, and during winter break she together. On Sunday, Sara enjoys religious school swam for two hours each day. All of her hard work and concentration paid off when she competed in at Temple. This past year, Sara realized that most of the her first "out-of-town" swim meet in Lincoln, effortworld is not Jewish. She asked many questions lessly finishing a 50-meter breaststroke event. Chelsea is very fortunate to have Miss Donna about Christmas and Christians and discovered much about the world in which she lives. For Allen as her first-grade teacher at Rockbrook instance, she learned that she can't be both Jewish School. She is an experienced and wonderfully kind and Christian in order to get gifts on both person who makes the transition from "cuddly" Hanukkah and Christmas, a hard lesson indeed. kindergarten to "real" school, with desks, as easy She also learned that because she is Jewish, she as can be. Chelsea loves to read and to visit the library. Her can have fun holidays all year long, and at every Shabbat. One day we tried to count all the fun siblings share their outgrown books with her and Jewish holidays. Mom and Dad didn't hear much at times it seems as if she can read anything. She even helps Whitney and Ben with their homeabout Christmas after that. work...spelling Usts, and Whitney's pre-algebra, are her specialty. (So far Lindsey has not found it necSARAH MACKENZIE SPOONER essary to place a long distance call from college to obtain Chelsea's assistance.) By Jim Spooner, Dad Chelsea attends Sunday School at Temple Israel Sarah turned 6 on Nov. 30, 1994. She attends and sings in the Temple Tones junior choir. The inorning kindergarten at Columbian Elementary choir entertained congregants at Simchat Torah, Hanukkah, and Tu B'Shevat worship services. She J^^d Sunday School at Temple Israel. Sarah was consecrated at Temple Israel last also Ukes visiting the Blumkin Home to sing and September. She has asked many questions about play the piano for the residents. When Chelsea isn't busy with her own activities, G_d life, and death, and the meaning of holidays. In or playing with her friends, she helps her sister, other words, she tries to understand why things are Whitney, in her quest to accumulate 1.5 million the way they are. In her last report card, Sarah received all satisfac- pennies. tory grades. Her mom and I have been proud to receive several phone calls of praise, or "happy calls" from her teacher and another from the school principal. Even though it is still early in her academic career, numerous positive comments have JASON RICH been made about Sarah's math and comprehension abilities. By Diane and Phil Rich, Sarah is a caring 6-year-old who has her own Mom and Dad opinions about what she wears and how she looks. She can flash a smile that will win you over in a To stop and think about "who is Jason Rich" gives second. She can engineer things to fit her own us the picture of an ever smiling, energetic 6-yearagenda and achieve goals—using the persuasive old who is an enthusiastic second grader at Friedel powers daughters have over fathers. Jewish Academy. There are few things that Jason Friends are an important part of Sarah's life. She doesn't want to do or won't try--from sports to eiyoys going to parties and to other homes to play. schoolwork to food! Swimming has caught her attention, and she can Jason continually amazes us with his practical easily and quickly swim the length of the pool. and logical way of thinking and his sometimes Dance and gymnastics also fill up her time. "scary" memory. Some of the questions AND Family remains a big part of Sarah's life. answers he comes up with can be quite startling. Grandparents and her aunt and uncle live close by, His awareness of the people and happenings directand she seems quite comfortable being around ly surrounding and affecting him-as well as to peothem. All and all, Sarah is developing into a well- ple and activities on a national and international rounded child who has a bright future ahead of her. level-sometimes makes us wonder, "is he only 6?" When he turns on the television he can be content to watch cartoons, a play-along game show, the LOUIS VOLKMANN Disney channel or the news. He does have an aversion to bedtime; there By Jill Volkmann, Mom might be something happening that he might miss! We thought Jason should have some input on Louie Volkmann turned 7 on Feb. 27, 1995. He is in the first grade at Sunny Slope School, where his what we would share in this update. This is what favorite subjecta are reading, math, and science. Of he said: "I like playing sports with my friends and course, he especially looks forward to lunch and making stuff out of snow, like forts and tunnels. I think about playing football because it's my favorite gym. Louie attends Sunday School at Temple Israel. sport and I wont to be a football player someday. I There he enjoys singing, art, reading books, and like playing all sports in the summer. "I wont to go to Israel. I have been learning about meeting new friends. A sports enthusiast, Louie plays baseball for it at school and I would like to go there because I Keystone Little League and also plays soccer. His think it would be neat I have never been on a plane favorite sport, however, is football. He has told me and I would like tol "My mom and dad are very nice and always help that when he grows up and goes to college, he wants to be a star football player for Notre Dame. For me with my homework if I have it, but usually 1 right now, he seems to be happy playing football don't and I like that. I like going to both of my Grammas' houses. with his little brother and his best friend, Jake. "Usually I like my brothers, Brandon and Adam. Louie loves being with his family, He enjoys spending time on the weekends with his grandpar- They do slufTwith me like playing football and basents, Mel and Chickie Linsmnn, and visiting his ketball. Sometimes I don't like my brothers because graat-grandmother, Shirley Passer. they sometimes boss me around."
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Author Lisa Aiken to speak at Beth Israel
Lisa Aiken, author of "To Be A Jewish Woman," will speak at Beth Israel Synagogue over Shabbat weekend, starting Saturday, March 31. A psychologist in private practice. Dr. Aiken is the co-author, with Rabbi Yitzhok Kirzner, of "The Art of Jewish Prayer," and speaks and writes on a vftriety of Jewish topics. Her latest book iS a comprehensive study of the issues surrounding the modem Jewish woman and her responsibilities within Jewish l^fe. She covers such topics, many of them controversial, as prayer, marriage, sexuality, birth control, abortion, divorce, and child-rearing. "Over my two-decade quest for an authentic expression of Jewish feminity, I have been privileged to have met a number of remarkable women," Dr. Aiken stated. "They exemplify scholsu-ship, selfdevelopment, true feminity, charity in every sense of the word, and excellence in raising children. "Precious little has been written about how a modern Jewish woman can find a place for herself in traditional Judaism," concluded Or. Aiken, "especially if she is not married or does not have children. It is my hopw 'that this book will fill the gap." Dr. Aiken will speak following Rosh Chodesh luncheon Saturday, April 1, and will be available for private appointments through Shabbat afternoon. She will then speak Sunday morning, April 2, at the JCC at 11 a.m. in the older adult lounge. A bagel brunch will be served. Cost is $3 per person. t>The luncheon is being coordinated by Mary Grossman, Julee Katzman and Georgia Ann Steinberg. Cost is $6.50 for adults; $4 for children ages 2-12; and $1.50 for children under age two. For reservations, call Bev Franklin at 334-7365, or the synagogue office at 556-6288.
BBYO schedules parent Information night Parents of current eighth-grade students will have an opportuniuty to learn about all of the programs BBYO has to offer their upcoming high schoolers. Alon Mor, BBYO regional director, and some other members of BBYO in Omaha, are planning an "Eighth Grade Parent Information Night." The event will take place on Thursday, March 30, at the Jewish Community Center at 7 p.m. This will be an opportunity to hear about all of the programs, events and friendships that teens will participate in as members of either AZA (males) or BBG (females). For information, contact Alon Mor at 334-8200, ext. 235.
Rabbi Kaye continues Practical Judaism classes A series on medical ethics will be completed Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Beth Israel Synagogue. Rabbi David Kaye, chaplain at Offut Air Force Base, will speak on abortion, and begin a new series the following week. Wednesday, March 29, he will speak on "Confronting the New Testament", and on April 5 his topic will be "Can Women Sing in Public?" All classes are free and open to the entire Jewish community. For information, call the 83magogue office, 5566288.
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News and Views By Bernie Mosow The sixth annual Interfaith Passover Seder will be held at Temple B'nai Jeshrun Wednesday, April 19. It is sponsored by the Lincoln Interfaith Council. Cantor Michael Weisser has developed a special Haggadah for use at the service. The Council encourages the participation of its members, friends and neighbors in the special festival observance. The previous Interfaith Seders were successful programs enjoyed and meaningful to those who attended. "Liberated and Not Forgotten: 1945-1995" is the theme of the Holocaust Memorial Observation to be held April 27 at 7:30 p.m. in the East Senate Chamber of the Capitol. Governor Ben Nelson and Mayor Michael Johanna will speak. Music will be provided by students from Irving Middle School. The keynote address will be given by Dr. Sander L. Gilma of the Department of German Literature at Cornell University. Marcia Kushner is chairman of the planning committee. The citizens of Nebraska are urged by the Interfaith Council to rededicate themselves to the principle of equal justice, not only during the 50th anniversary year of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps, but every year. They are urging all citizens to remain vigilant against tyranny and bigotry. A noble endeavor and a wish advocated by every oneof us, Iknow.
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A review by Morris Maline If one yearns for the good old days when meu-' riages were arranged by a matchmaker and Yiddish was more than an affectionate recollection, "Crossing Delancey" may whet your appetite—for more than pickles. This latest Theatre at the J production entertained a Saturday night audience of less than 200 with good acting, a nice set, and a beloved story of romance—Jewish style. Lisa Beacom, Sherry Josand Fletcher, Kathy McCarty, and David Fiedler showed a good deal of talent in portraying their characters and pronouncing Yiddish lines. However, one doesn't have to understand Yiddish to appreciate the fine points of the language as the meaning is quite clear. An early problem related to the use of the sound system made some of the lines inaudible to those in the back rows. I have been advised that this problem has been rectified. Prepare yourself, also, for almost two hours, with a 12-minute intermission. "Crossing Delancey" is light entertainment with a distinctly Jewish flavor, and who can resist kosher dills? The play runs through March 26, and reservations may be made by calling 334-8200.
(From left) Sherri Green, Bunny Rothenberg and Mary Beth Muskin were presented with President's Awards recently at the meeting of the Jewish Federation of Omaha Board of Directors, for their efforts in merging the JCC Preschool and the Child Care Services departments into the Child Development Center. Not pictured are Eadie Tsabari, who also received an award for the CDC merge, and Judy Josephson, who received an award recognizing her fund-raising efforts for renovations in. the Child Development Center.
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Anne Frank — one of many Holocaust experiences By Morris Maline While thte story of »<i>/n. was among those who were able to function in Anne Frank ranks the marketplace by having among the best known a fake passport." of Holocaust experiHer ability to speak ences, there are many German as^ well as Dutch ;more accounts of life also was an asset as she in Amsterdam under earned a livelihood by Nazi rule, and one of trading ration cards for them emerged in food. Omaha last week. In 1944, however, her Klara Vreeswijkluck ran out. On one of her Gunther, 82, wa's in Klara shopping expeditions, she Omaha visiting her Vreeswyk-G ilUltlK ,ther, unknowlingly packed a cousin, Sophie Kahn, Holocaust SI 4b knapsack that the and was invited to share her story with the Jewish G^raisans had designated be carried by Jews. Press, by Mrs. Kahn's son, Marcel. She was arrested and was sent to • • A native of Germany, Mrs. PVreeswijk-Gunther, distressed at Auschwitz. There she was stripped I the looming influence of the Nazis, naked and examined by doctors who 'went to Holland in 1933 to stay decided that she was healthy enough to go to a nearby work camp. with friends and work. She spent the rest of the war making She was married in a civil ceremony in Holland and wanted to return tire chains and ultimately was hberatto her family in Trier, Germany, for ed by the Russian army. Mrs. a religious ceremony. Despite the Vreeswyk-Gunther was one of 11 Jews warnings, she did return for a reli- who had been sheltered by a Christian gious ceremony and then went back family named Zanford. "The sheltering of Jews in Amsterdam and other parts to Holland. Although most of her family was of Holland was a rather common able to escape Hitler by emigrating occurrence," she said. At the invitation of Dr. Guinter to Argentina, one brother was sent to Auschwitz and is believed to Kahn, she came to the United States have perished there. When to attend a Holocaust observance in Germany invaded Holland, Mrs. Miami and then came to Oma^a to see Vreeswijk-Gunther "went under- her cousin's family. She talked with the writer in halting ground," but unlike the Frank family, was not confined to a hidden English, but most of her conversation was translated from German by shelter. "There were many Jews in Marcel Kahn—one more story now Amsterdam who were sheltered added to the staggering body of and protected by Chrisitans, and I Holocaust history.
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