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Federation community website returns by Pam Monsky, Federation Communications Director

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Dorothy Kripke dies at the age of 88

by Carol Katzman Jewish websites. Within the next After a long illness which confined with chilmonth, web her to a wheelchair, Dorothy Kripke d r e n ' s surfers can look died on Sept. 7 at the age of 88. books. The for an interactive Services were held at Beth El c o u p l e community calen- Synagogue with burial at Beth El made a dar, the Kripke Cemetery. startling Jewish Federation A prolific writer, Mrs, Kripke's books revelation Library online cat- are well known. Let's Talk About God, in 1997 alog, and a which sold more than 100,000 copies when the "What's New?" when it was published, has been used J e w i s h page. extensively in Talmud Torah class- T h e o l o Ideas for the rooms since the the mid-1950s. g i c a l community webA native of Highland Falls, NY, she Seminary site can be sub- met her future husband, Rabbi Myer announced mitted directly to me at: 334-6451 or S. Kripke, when the two were stu- it had re'*".-; ' > f e-mailed to: pmonsky<s>jewishoma- dents at the Jewish Theological ceived an " .' '. ha.org Seminary in New York City in 1932. u n p r e c *• Mrs. Kripke, a student at the edented $7 million gift to rebuild the Seminary's College of Jewish Studies, school's tower destroyed by fire in earned her degree in 1936. She also 1966. earned degrees from Hunter College The quiet, unassuming couple, who and Columbia University. were bridge-playing friends of a relaThe couple married in 1937 and tively unknown financier Warren spent the next decade in Wisconsin, Buffet and his wife, Susie, took their Long Island and Connecticut , before life savings of $5000 and invested in by Pam Monsky, Federation Communications Director arriving in Omaha in 1946 when the fledgling Berkshire Hathaway Rabbi Kripke was named as the spiri- company.. The friendship grew and so hand what Auuhitase 'Jews can do to tual leader of Beth El Synagogue. He did the investment, though the affect political change," Kushner said. Kripkes continued to live a modest life. served in that capacity until 1975. Milder feels that "Mr. Footlik's mesAll during the years her husband In addition to the gift to JTS, an sage is even more timely because of served as a pulpit rabbi and even additional half-million dollars was the nomination of Joe Lieberman as after his retirement, Mrs. Kripke condonated to the Jewish Federation's Vice-president." tinued to write. Her first two books, Campaign "Building a Jewish Footlik recently left the White Rhymes to Play and Rhymes to Pray Community for the 21st Century," House, where he served as the presiwere published in 1952. towards the relocation and expansion dent's principal liaison to the of the library. Eight more followed the commercial American Jewish community. He currently lives in Israel, where he serves success of Let's Talk About God—Let's On Nov. 19, the Dorothy and Myer as adviser to former Israeli Prime Talk About Right and Wrong, Let's Kripke Jewish Federation Library Minister Shimon Peres at the Peres Talk About Judaism, Debbie in will be formally dedicated in their Dreamland, God and the Story of honor. Center for Peace. t Dorothy Kripke is survived by her While at the White House, Footlik Judaism, Let's Talk About the Jewish 1 Holidays, Let's Talk About Loving, husband, Rabbi Myer S. Kripke; son, designed outreach strategies to promote presidential initiatives. He also Let's Talk About being Jewish, and Prof. Saul Kripke of Princeton, NJ; coordinated American participation at her last book, Let's Talk About daughter, Madeline Kripke of New JayFootlik York; and daughter~and son-in-law, historic ceremonies such as the sign- Shabbat. Yossi and Netta Kripke Stern of The New York Times Book Review Former Special Assistant to ing of the Oslo I and II agreements, Stamford, CT; grandchildren, Gil and wrote, "Publishers and authors of chilPresident William Clinton, Jay K. the Israel/Jordan Peace Treaty, and Tamar Stern of Stamford; sister and dren's books ought to study this one to Footlik, will speak to the women of the Wye River Accords. brother-in-law, Lillian and Isador see what it has that theirs don't." the Lion of Judah division ($5000+) Most recently, he helped orchestrate Weiss of Poughkeepsie, NY; sister, So extensive was her interest in and Pomegranate division ($1800- President Clinton's visit to Oslo, Adele Polan of Delmar, NY; sisterschildren's books that the Kripkes $4999) at the Major Donor's luncheon, Norway, and the first-ever trilateral in-law, Ann (Mrs. Homer) Kripke of donated $30,000 to the Jewish Sept. 25, and to members of JOLT, meeting with the newly-elected Israeli Encinitas, CA, and Dorothy (Mrs. Federation Library in 1995 to endow Jewish Omaha Leadership Training, Prime Minister Ehud Barak and Joseph) Kripke of Jerusalem, Israel. that evening. Palestinian Authority Chairman the children's book collection. Nancy Rips, then Library Board Memorials to the Kripke Jewish Maxine Kirshenbaum and Carol Yasser Arafat. Chairman, said at the dedication, "The Federation Library, Beth El Parsow are chairing the Lion of Judah Last December, Footlik was asked children's book collection is now suffiSynagogue or charity of choice. Division for the 2001 Women's to help coordinate the president's ciently endowed to purchase almost all Of her life, Mrs. Kripke said at the Campaign; Bobbie Epstein is the journey to Gaza, Jerusalem and the children's books we need." dedication of the children's book colHonorary Lion of Judah chairman. Bethlehem. lection in 1995, "I'm grateful to my In addition to her devotion to chilLeading the Pomegranate Division Both American and Israeli media are Barbara Kushner and Lois have praised Footlik's accomplish- dren's literature, Mrs. Kripke was an family for finding a way to honoring "Ducky'Milder. ments. Time magazine referred to him active volunteer for both the Women's me. And I'm immensely pleased to "We're very fortunate to have Mr. as the "best p.r. advice (money) can League for Conservative Judaism, have my name associated with chilFootlik speak to us," Kirshenbaum buy." Footlik can also be seen on Fox where she rose to the position of dren's reading. Reading is one of the said, "especially in this important News television as a frequent political national Vice-president, and Hadas- few best paths to the good life; and sah. She traveled and spoke exten- that, of course, includes Jewish life." election year. commentator. Claudia Sherman contributed Parsow agreed, adding, "I'm looking For information about the Major sively for both organizations. The charitable donations didn't stop to this article. forward to hearing the insight he will Donor luncheon or other Women's bring to the political arena." Campaign programs and events, conPomegranate co-chairs Kushner and tact Kathy McGauvran, Women's INSIDE: Central High honors alums.......<••••«••••*•*•••••*••«•••••••••••*»••••«•••••«•»•••«*»page' 8 Milder noted their pride in bringing Campaign Director, 334-6327. this high-caliber speaker to the Major "Elderhood". >••••••••••••••••»••! ...........page 9 Donorevent. (More Campaign stories Keynote speaker to address symposium Sunday night....«.....page 10 "It gives us a chance to hear firston page 12)

,-After a brief afesSiace, the Jewish Federation of Omaha community-sponsored website is back! It can be found at: www.jewishomaha.org The community can use the website to access information about Jewish agencies and organizations and contact Jewish professionals. There are also links to free e-mail Jewish greeting cards and major

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A matter of choice by Daniel J. Fellman, rabbinic student, HUCJIR, Cincinnati, OH

Parasha KiTavo For the Huskers, the practices and intense preparations are now past, and the team, and its legions of fans, are enjoying the fruits of those labors in each outing which ends in victory. But for us as Jews, the hard workouts and heavy lifting of the month of Elul are in high gear as we all spiritually prepare for the High Holy Days. Thankfully (at least for me) we do not have to undergo grueling calisthenics in summer heat. Instead, if we are to fully realize the potential of the High Holy Days, we must endure the soulsearching, intense, all-encompassing work of accounting for our actions over the past year. Our Torah portion this week, Ki Tavo, helps us with this process. As we continue to hear Moses' retelling of our voyage from slaves in a foreign land to a free people enjoying our own autonomy, we read this week of the blessings which will come our way if we chose to follow the ordinances of Adonai, our God, and the curses which may befall us if we chose to ignore them. While the particulars of the blessings and curses are fascinating in their own right, the paradigm developed seems to hearken to us as we prepare for the High Holy Days. Do well and right, enjoy goodness and blessing. Do wrong, and suffer the consequences... Whether we chose to believe literally that we will enjoy the particular blessings or endure the particular curses if we follow certain commandments or not, theframeworkis a powerful tool for us at this season. Our actions have consequences. Our choices count. We must consider all that we do, not just in the immediate moment of an action, but also after we have gained perspective. Our parasha this week reminds us to weigh our options and make our decisions carefully. In clear, precise language, Ki Tavo guides us towards choosing carefully, choosing goodness, choosing blessing. Above all, Ki Tavo reminds us that our actions are a matter of choice. We can choose to seek goodness, or we can choose to disregard it. We can choose to learn from our past decisions, or we can choose to ignore our past actions. We can choose to seek forgiveness and turn towards blessing, or we can continue moving listlessly, never fully enjoying the bounty and beauty of the High Holidays. May we hear the clarion call of Ki Tavo, and may we enjoy a Shabbat Shalom - and a sweet and joyous new year.

Ethics forum draws large crowd

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Visions Day Trip to Fremont, 10 a.m. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Walk-in Drop-in, 9:30 a.m. Library Book Discussion Group, 1 p,m. JELS Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Russian Club, 10 a.m. & Scholar-in-Residence Weekend, Friday thru S Sunday, Danny Maseng at Temple Israel A

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DR. MURRAY FROST Services for Dr. Murray Frost were held Sept. 10 at Temple Israel Cemetery. He was 63. Dr. Frost, a demographer and avid stamp collector, lead the most recent population survey of the Omaha Jewish community for the Jewish Federation of Omaha. He is survived by his wife, Marlen; son and daughter-ih-law, Michael Frost and Shelley Sperry of Alexandria, VA; daughter and son-in-law, Mandy and Donald Becker of Omaha; daughter, Marcy Frost of St. Paul, MN; grandsons, Joseph and Thomas Kreisman of St. Paul; sister and brother-in-law, Elsie Frost and Harry Stern of Potomac, MD; and father-in-law, Nathan Willis of Southfield, MI. Memorials to Temple Israel, the Kripke Jewish Federation Library or United Way. ROSE S. COMEN Rose S. Comen died Aug. 20 in Connecticut at the age of 98. Services were held Aug. 22, with burial at Loyalty Cemetery in Fairfield, CT. She was an active volunteer with Congregation Rodeph Shalom and its sisterhood since 1937 and was a recipient of Hadassah's Hand of Healing Award. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Natalie and Herman Rubin of Omaha; son and daughter-in-law, Alvin and Cheryl Comen of Stratford, CT; grandchildren, William E. Rubin of Farmington, MA, Joel Rubin of Chicago, and Lori and Brad Nacht of Riverdale, NY; two great-grandsons; and sister-in-law, Cele Jacobson of Bridgeport, CT. Memorials to the Rose S. Comen Memorial Fund, Congregation Rodeph Shalom, 2385 Park Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06604.

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DR. DAVID L. CHERWITZ Dr. David L. Cherwitz of Bloomington, MN, died Sept. 4 at the age of 49. Services were held Sept. 6 in Minnetonka. Survivors include his wife, Dr. Linda Goldman Cherwitz; son, Kevin; parents, Dr. Gordon and Edith Cherwitz of Omaha; brother and sister-inlaw, Richard and Nancy Gherwitz of Austin, TX; sister and brother-in-law, Miriam Cherwitz Newton and Phillip Newton, also of Austin; fatherin-law and mother-in-law, Sanford and Rita Goldman; brother-in-law, Howard Goldman; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Maxine and Roark Weil and Maureen and Larry Goldstein. Memorials to the Humane Society or S.T.E.P. Food Shelf.

Joining Omaha's rabbis and r e s e a r c h e r s from UNMC was Nebraska Regent Drew Miller at Monday night's forum supporting fetal tissue reseach. More than 80 attended.

NOTICE to all users of the JCC The main driveway to the Jewish Community Center parking lot will be closed for repaying from Monday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 1 . All acess to the campus will be from the North Driveway only. Parking is available in front of the JCC if drivers use the 'ring road'. For your safety and the safety of others, only right turns will be allowed from the North Driveway Exit onto 132nd Street. For more information, contact JCC Executive Director, Jeff Aizenberg, 334-6417.

Tony Endelman, a senior at Burke High School, has been selected as. the i new student intern fori the Jewish P r e s s , according to Carol Katzman, Editor. He succeeds j Courtney Rabb, whof graduated high school in| May and now attends' Brandeis University in Waltham, MA. The son of longtime I Omahans Penny andj Randy Endelman, Tony is j an active member of BBYO. He and co-chair Rachel Javitch are in charge of the AIT-MIT convention for Cornbelt Council here in Omaha to be held from Nov. 10-12. Endelman is a member of AZA #1, "The Mother Chapter," and serves as Council Moreh, where he is responsible for the training of new members of BBYO. Endelman has attended Camp Herzl in Wisconsin for the past six years. Last summer, he served as an "Ozo," or counselor-in-training. Though his "number one passion" is music, he hopes, eventually, to attend the University of Wisconsin and find a career in music production. His articles will appear in the Press starting in October, and will cover topics of interest to teens and/or their parents.

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7023 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132-2651 556-6536 templeisrael-ne.org FRIDAY: Shabbal Comes to You: ('suitor Jennifer Blum will lead a Shabbat service at Remington Heights, 3:45 p.m.; Shabbat service, 8 pan., Rabbi Debbie Stiel and Cantor Jennifer Blum will officiate. Rabbi Stiel will give the sermon. Special guest speaker is Rabbi Efrat Zarren-Zohar, Director of Family, Adult and Outreach Education for the Central Agency for Jewish Education in Miami. She will speak on "How I Dreaded Hearing the Akedah (The Binding of Isaac) on Rosh Hashanah and Why I Came to Love It." Oneg Shabbat will be sponsored by Women of Reform Judaism. SATURDAY: Bagels and Bible, 9:30-10:15 a.m.. Rabbi Zarren-Zohar will join us as we continue our study from the Book of Jonah; Shabbat morning service, 10:30 a.m. SITTER SERVICE-Sitter service is available for services each Friday evening and Saturday morning, as well as Sunday mornings when there is Religious School. Cost is $2 per family. Please make a reservation. Sorry, there are no facilities for infants. ADULT EDUCATION Tuesday, Sept. 19: "Soul Searching Through the Kabbalistic Ocean," 7-8:30 p.m. This 10-session course will explore the realm of Jewish Mysticism to modern times. Professor Guy Matalon, chairman of the Philosophy and Religion Department of UNO, will facilitate. Wednesday, Sept. 20: "Walking the Path of Grief," 7-8:30 p.m. This is a six-week Jewish Journey Group for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Facilitator is Sandy Kutler, a Licensed Professional Counselor; "Myth and History in the Hebrew Bible," 7-8:30 p.m. Dr. Rami Arav, Professor at UNO and noted Israeli archeologist, will lead this class through a look at the Hebrew Bible from various perspectives. Thursday, Sept. 21: Adult Study with the Rabbis. Rabbi Aryeh Azriel will focus on the writings of the Scholars-in-Residence who will join us this year, 10-11:30 a.m.; Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class, 7-9 p.m. COMPOSER-IN-RESIDENCE (Sept. 22-24) Friday, Sept. 22: Danny Maseng and Cantor Jennifer Blum will join together for a Shabbat musical experience, 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, Slichot Service: Danny and Friends will present his critically acclaimed new show, "Soul on Fireâ€”Jewish Music for the Millenium," 7:30 p.m. A dessert reception and Havdalah service will follow, and a ceremony for preparing our sifrei Torah for the High Holy Days. Sunday, Sept. 24: Danny will meet with Temple's Religious School students, 10 aan.

FRIDAY: Services, 7 p.m., led by Nancy Rips and Marcel Kahn. SATURDAY: Services, 9 a.m., led by Andrew Greenberg. Members of the community are welcome. Services are held in the Herbert Goldsten Chapel, followed by Kiddush. A memorial service is held on the last Shabbat of each month, in memory of residents who have died.

Celebrate a 'Birthday Party for the World5 with Chabad by Devra Bram

On Sept. 24, 4 p.m., the Chabad House will celebrate a Birthday Party for the world. As part of the festivities for the New Year, 5761, there will be a kosher barbecue (meat and pareve) with birthday cake. New Year's celebration activities include: hands-on shofar demonstration, visit with a Bee Keeper; relay games; simcha dancing and arts and crafts. For reservations, call the office at 330-1800.

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1502 No. Sand Street, Omaha, NE 68104-5013 Bethlsrael@oovia.net Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Services conducted by Rabbi Howard Kutner. FRIDAY: Evening Services, 7 p.m. The west minyan will be at the home of Dennis and Susan Paley, 13014 Leavenworth, 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning Services, 8:45 a.m. Kiddush is sponsored by Jason Weiss and Leora Jaeckel in honor of their aufruff. "Insights into the Parsha" class with Rabbi Kutner, 6:35 p.m.; Mincha, 7:05 p.m.; Havdalah, 8:13 p.m. SUNDAY: Morning Service, 9 a.m.; NCSY breakfast, 9 a.m.; Evening service, 7:10 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Services, 7 a.m. and 7:10 p.m. WEDNESDAY: Business Ethics Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Kutner at noon at the office of Joe Kirshenbaum, Noddle Development, 13710 First National Bank Parkway. Bagel Bin lunch is provided for $3. Call the synagogue office to make your lunch reservation. BEYT SHALOM An Affiliate of theJewish IlrconNiriirfioniHl TVrlwulioii

3012 S. 119th St., P.O. Box 241130, Omaha, NK 68124-5130 phone: 758-9233 http://wdeome.ta/beytshalom/ FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat, 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY: Special Havdalah with Dr. Charles Isbell from the Klutznick Symposium to discuss the Book of Amos (please read ahead of time). Potluck dairy-vegetarian dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. at the synagogue. SUNDAY: No Religious School TUESDAY: Religious School at the JCC, 4 p.m. FRIDAY, Sept. 22: Shabbat in the Home. SATURDAY, Sept. 23: Services at the Rose Blumkin Home Chapel, 9 a.m. TIFERETH ISRAEL Member of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 3219 Sheridan Blvd., Lincoln, NE 68502-5236 423-8569 Services conducted by Rabbi Stanley M. Rosenbaum. Minyan on Monday & Thursday, 7:15 a-m. FRIDAY: Early Services, 6:30 p.m. SATURDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m. SUNDAY: Preschool Sunday School for ages 35 begins in September, 10:15-11:45 a.m., twice a month. For information, call Alyza Richmon Halev at 435-5230. WEDNESDAY: Board meeting, 7 p.m.

THURSDAY: "Healthy Living Series" with Dr. Van Marcus on Back Pain, 7:30 p.m.

Come learn and play together by Joan Cooper, Religious School Coordinator

Torah Tots, classes for parents and toddlers (18 months-4 years), starts on Tuesday, Sept. 19. These classes, which meet at Temple Israel from 9:30-11:15 a.m., provide a variety of age appropriate activities to enhance social and motor skills, and incorporate Jewish values and practices for the home. Singing, crafts, snacks and snuggling up for stories are part of each class. Parents are invited to stay and participate. Lynn Jensen and Joan Cooper will facilitate. Classes are open to families with at least one Jewish parent; participants need not be members of Temple Israel.

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Sunday, Sept. 24, noon: a memorial service will be held at Mount Sinai Cemetery, 78th & Crown Point Ave. Rabbi Howard Kutner will officiate.

A memorial for Margaret Nearenberg will be dedicated Sunday, Sept. 17,3 p.m. Cantor Fettman will officiate.

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BETH EL SYNAGOGUE Member of United Synagogues of Conservative Judaism 14506 California Omaha, NE 68154-1980 ' 492-8550 WEB~www.bethel-omaha.org Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Paul Drazen and Cantors Emil Berkovits and G. Michael Horwitz. FRIDAY: Services, 6 p.m. Nathan Fineman will become a Bar Mitzvah tonight and Sat. morning. SATURDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following services; Sitter service, 10 a.m.; Devar Torah by Prof. Rela Mintz Geffen; K'tantan (K-3 grade), 10:45 a.m.; Shabbat Story Time (pre-K and younger), 11 a.m.; Humash with Rashi study session, 6:55 p.m.; Minha-Ma'ariv and Havdalah services, 7:25 p.m. SUNDAY: Services, 9 a.m.; Perek Yomi "Read a Chapter a Day" group, 10:15 a.m.; High Holiday U--Informative session on the High Holidays observances, presented by Rabbi Paul and Susie Drazen, 10:15-11:30 aan. OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE 25th and Caprhart, Omaha, NK 68113-5000 294-6051 < Mlli i- h o u r -

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2061 S. 20th St., Lincoln, NE 68502-2797 435-8004 jewishnebraska.org Services officiated by Cantor Michael Weisser. FRIDAY: Sabbath Eve service, 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Torah Study, 10 a.m.-noon; Game night, 6 p.m. SUNDAY: Hebrew School, 9 a.m. TUESDAY: Adult Education, 7:30 p.m., "Principles of Reform Judaism," through October. WEDNESDAY: AA Mtg. in library, 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY: Choir rehearsals CHABAD HOUSE An Affiliate of the Worldwide Chahad-LuhaviUh Movement

1866 So. 120th St., Omaha, NE 68144-1646 Phone: 330-1800 E-MAII,-chabad@aoLcom WEBSITE: www.chabadcenters.com/omaha Services conducted by Rabbi Mendel Katzman. FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat SATURDAY: Services, 9:30 a.m. SUNDAY: Services, 8:30 a.m. WEEKDAYS: Minyan, 7 a.m. MONDAY: Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul, 11:45 a.m.-l p.m.

Our blessings and sincere thanks to the many friends, family members, co-workers, neighbors and acquaintances of HELEN SHUKERT for your assistance, sharing, sincerity, love and condolences during her recent illness, and the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

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Jew vs. Jew? It's the title of a new book, recently reviewed by the New York Times, and it's not a very complimentary picture of how we treat one another. According to the author, Samuel G. Freedman, a former NY Times reporter, a "civil war" has pitted "secularist against believer, denomination against denomination, gender against gender, liberal against conservative, traditionalist against modernist, even within each branch." Yet, Stephen Whitfield, who reviewed the book in the Sept. 3 issue of the Times Book Review, noted that "a community devoid of conflict is (not) necessarily a good thing." According to CLAL, the Center for Learning and Leadership, located in New York, The future of the Jewish people must reflect the values of diversity and unity. "If the rabbis of the Talmud taught that two conflicting opinions can both be life affirming and Divine, then surely we can imagine ways in which our differences can develop into compromises and complements." That was never more evident than Monday night's forum on the ethics of fetal tissue research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Though their movements each have something slightly different to say on the subject of abortion, Rabbi Howard Kutner of the Orthodox Beth Israel, Rabbi Paul Drazen of the Conservative Beth El, and Rabbi Aryeh Azriel of Reform Temple Israel, all gave

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impassioned speeches that were informative, eloquent and meaningful. There was no doubt for anyone in that room Monday night that Judaism does not promote abortion. Quite the contrary, all movements in Judaism note the seriousness of making that choice. However, once an abortion has been performed, Judaism and the three rabbis in Omaha all agreed that the fetal tissue cells may be used for important, life-saving research. While there are political issues surrounding this controversial topic, such as a legislative bill banning the use of such cells in research that may be reintroduced into the Unicameral, the religious message was quite clear: we may represent different theological and social viewpoints, but as pulpit rabbis we stand together on this issue. Perhaps Dr. Howard Gendelman summed it up best in a video presentation about the research at UNMC: "The issues are going to become more, not less, complicated. Do we implant a pig's organ into a human being? Do we clone humans?" As we close out the year 5760 and begin a new year filled with promise and hope, we continue to pray that our rabbinic leaders here in Omaha share their different viewpoints and insights in such a way as to bring us together, not tear us apart. May they serve as an example to other communities where respect and unity often take a back seat to distrust and division.

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New headliners by Carl Alpert

Haifa-Names make the news. Each year, at this period, we look back upon the last twelve months that have elapsed and take note of the new names which have burst into the headlines. Some have remained in the news. Others marked but passing episodes. Once listed in previous years, a name is no longer eligible as "new." Here is this year's Rosh Hashana list, in alphabetical order. Justice Aharon Barak, head of the Supreme Court. While highly respected in judicial circles, he has more than once opened himself to charges that he is steering the Supreme Court into controversial areas and extending the power of the Court into possible conflict with the Knesset, the legislative branch of government. Pope John Paul II, head of the Roman Catholic Church, made headlines in Israel and the world with his visit to the Holy Land and his meetings with Israelis, Palestinians and large numbers of pilgrims. He succeeded in steering clear of controversy. Moshe Katsav, though the public opinion polls predicted that he would lose to Shimon Peres, he was elected President of Israel by the Knesset. A Sephardi, not a member of the so-called dominant Ashkenazi elite, his victory was hailed by many as constituting a turning point in the social composition of Israel's leadership. He promised to avoid controversial political matters. Rabbi Michael Melchior, Minister for Social and Diaspora Affairs, an Orthodox rabbi, and former Chief Rabbi of Norway, he constitutes the religious element in Barak's cabinet. While faithful to his religious principles, he has surprised many by bis relatively tolerant views. For example, he has not ruled out the possibility of legalizing civil marriages in Israel. Ofer Nimrodi, publisher of the daily Maariv newspaper has spent time in prison pending prose-

cution of the case against him. He was indicted on charges of attempted conspiracy to murder, obstruction of justice, fraud, breach of trust and other offenses. Bennie Sela, while still unknown, he made headlines for a long time as Tel Aviv's serial rapist. Captured after a long hunt, he has been charged with 24 rapes and sexual assaults in the Tel Aviv and Sharon area since 1994. The police claim that DNA tests link him to the offenses. Adi Sharon came to Israel as a child from Russia. Last year he went back to Moscow to visit his father, was kidnapped by criminal elements, and held for ransom for nine months under miserable conditions. He was finally liberated in a raid by the Russian police, and returned to Israel. Judge Zvi Tal headed the committee appointed by Prime Minister Barak to study the problem of enlisting haredi youth into the armed services. The committee's recommendations, which in effect legalized the exemptions, added fuel to what is already a burning cause celebre. The Tal Report made headlines, with more to come. Ahmed Tibi, long a paid member of Arafat's staff, pledged allegiance to the State of Israel when he was sworn in as a member of the Knesset, heading an Arab list. His fluency in Hebrew, his intelligence and his personality have given him prominent exposure in TV and press, despite his continued advocacy of the Palestinian cause. Jiang Zemin, president of China, was a press sensation during his unprecedented five day visit to the area, during which he met with leading personalities, and avoided causing any political difficulties. How many of last year's new headliners do you remember? They were: Linor Abergil, Benny Begin, Eyal Berkowitz, Azmi Bishara, Shiran Franco, Tommy Lapid, Rana Rasslan, Amnon Rubinstein, Yossi Sarid and Eli Yishai.

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It's a small world by Teddy Weinberger

Everyone knows that Israel is a small country, but I really didn't get an appreciation of its smallness until I moved here. To get a sense of Israel's size, all one needs to do is turn on the radio here (newspapers are also informative in this regard: the entire country's movie listings can be found on one half of one side of a standard newspaper page). Radio weather forecasts are given for the whole country, traffic reports encompass road problems anywhere in Israel, talk-shows field calls from all over the country, and all of the major stations can be picked up anywhere in Israel. Additionally, despite Israel's love affair with eelphones, there is a practice on Israel radio (especially on the Army radio station) of sending dashim {dash is short for drishat shalomâ€”greetings). Young soldiers send greetings to all their friends and loved ones over the radio with the realistic expectation that-wherever these people are in the country-the greeting will find the intended person. This gives one the illusion that the country is even smaller than it really is. It can thus easy to feel cramped in Israel, and so it's understandable why many Israelis speak of a frequent need to "air out" by traveling abroad (or, as they say in Hebrew, to travel to hul-an abbreviation for hutz la'aretz, to a place "outside the land"). Besides the political tensions which people can put behind them, in order to satisfy some kind of need to travel significant distances, one necessarily is going to have to leave the country. It's this distance that seems critical, since if people were just looking for a change of scenery, they could stay in Israel and go from the snow-capped Mount Hermon, to the arid Judean desert, to the (Continued on page 5) JEWISH PRESS COMMITTEE Fred Tichauer, Vice-Chairman; Joanie Jacobson, Secretary; Howard Silber, Treasurer; Elyce Azriel; Jill Belmont; Jean Duitch; Penny Endelman; Kip Gordman; Gary Kudym; Howard K. Marcus; Linda Saltzman; Steve Simon; Amee Zetzman; George Schapiro (Honorary Committee Member). Editorials express the view of the writer and are not necessarily representative of the views of the Jewish Press Committee, the Jewish Federation of Omaha or the Omaha Jewish Community as a whole. The Jewish Press reserves the right to edit letters and articles for space and content. The Jewish Press is not responsible for the Kashruth of any product or establishment.

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Organizations OMAHA CENTER FOR TORAH LEARNING FRIDAY, SEPT. 15, 7 pan., Shabbat dinner at the UNO Religious Center, 101 N. Happy Hollow. Cost is $12.75 adults, $7 children, by reservation. SATURDAY, SEPT. 16, 5:45 pan., a class on the weekly Torah portion, hosted by Rabbi Levin at his home, 2001N. 56th. TUESDAY, SEPT. 19, 7 p.m., Beit Midrash at the Chabad house. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 20, noon, Lunch 'n Learn "The Slichot prayers" will meet in the JCC conference room. (Please bring a lunch); a Hebrew reading crash course for the holidays, 7 p.m., at the JCC, co-sponsored by JELS. THURSDAY, SEPT. 21, 7 p.m., Talmud Tractate Sukka, at Beth El. For more information about these or other OCTL programs, please contact Rabbi Levin at 551-1564.

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B'NAI B'RITH BREADBREAKERS Former Governor Ben Nelson, Democratic candidate for United States Senate, will speak at Breadbreakers on Wednesday, according to Steve Riekes. The group meets weekly at noon at Regency Best Western and is open to the community. Cost is $9 for lunch. Y.E.S. Members will meet Monday at the JCC. Exercise starts at 10:15 sum.; or try your luck at bingo with Eileen Remer, also at 10:15 ajn. Bring articles to share for "YES Talk" at 11 a m . Following lunch at noon, Channel Six's Dave Weber will speak. For transportation, call 330-4272. Make reservations with Maggie Conti, 334-6521, for Harvey's Casino on Sept. 28, and the New Year's party on Sept. 25. WALK-IN, DROP-IN

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Bert's Eye View I've been thinking lately about all the holidays we celebrate in this country. In addition to religious special dates, we recognize everything from the harvest to the birthday of our country, as well as birthdays of many presidents. Of course, there's also those special Sundays when we pay homage to both Mother and Father, to name just a few. In spite of this, it seems to me we should set aside one day a year and call it "Inventors Day." On this day, people who were responsible for important inventions could be specially honored for whatever important contribution they made, which makes life easier or more pleasant or maybe safer. For example, haven't there been days when you've blessed the guy who invented elastic? Which of us has never strained to fasten two ends together when the ends were not cooperating? Then there's the person who thought up the idea of putting that slick coating on cooking and baking pans. If you've even worked to get a cake out of a pan to which it has stuck, you know what I mean. Or fought with a frying pan which was determined to keep forever that piece of meat; that doesn't have to occur anymore, thanks to the coated cookware. Let's hear it for 'mr. teflon!' Let's not forget the genius who figured out garage door openers. Wouldn't you hate to do without your little magic button. . .1 mean the one that let's you stay in the car and wait for the door to go up when it's pouring rain or freezing cold? Lord, his mother must have been proud of him! A commercial for a really fancy vacuum cleaner made me think what a boon the first electric one must have been. Imagine how rugs were cleaned before this invention—or have you never heard of something called a carpet beater? I remember those things, and I can only tell you the absence of them is one of the best things to happen in the last century!

Dr. Rela Mintz Geffen, noted scholar, professor and presenter at the upcoming Klutznick-Harris Symposium, will be the guest speaker tomorrow, Sept. 16, at Beth El Synagogue Shabbat morning services. Dr. Geffen's topic, "American Sugyot—Uncovering American Judaism Using Contemporary Texts," is an adaptation of the talk she delivered at this year's Rabbinical Assembly Convention in Philadelphia. A past President of the Association for the Social Scientific Study Jewry and a past - D r R e l a Mintz-Geffen Vice-president of the Association for Jewish Studies—the major organization of Professors of Jewish Studies in North America~Dr. Geffen's major research interests are in the areas of sociology of religion, particularly the American Jewish community. Much of her work has focused on the family, the changing roles of men and women, the impact of mixed marriages on the extended Jewish family and other issues that explore the dilemmas of Jewish continuity. Dr. Geffen served as Dean for Academic Affairs for five years at Gratz College in Philadelphia where she currently holds the position of Professor of Sociology and Coordinator of the Programs in Jewish Communal Service. In addition to her current faculty position at Gratz, Dr. Geffen is now also acting as Interim President of Baltimore Hebrew University. Dr. Geffen's presentation at Beth El Synagogue is free and open to the community.

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Three Jewish alums among Central High honorees by Max Kennedy, CHS Alumni Committee

Dr. Guinter Kahn, Tillie Lerner Olsen and Sen. Edward Zorinsky are among the honorees to be recognized by Central High School at their annual Alumni Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m., in the courtyard of Central High. The dinner committee is chaired by Sandy Epstein (CHS '67). Other committee members include Susie Gilinsky Cooper (CHS '62), Nancy Milder Roberts (CHS 72) and Terri Milder Zacharia (CHS '62). Deadline for the dinner, which costs $40 per person, is Sept. 25. For information, call Sandy Epstein at 3972528. Tille Lerner Olsen last attended Central in ; 1929. Her^ books, nov-i els andj short sto-i ries havej been trans-1 lated in 13j languages] and are widely! taught in! American] colleges and universities. Her short story, "I Stand Here Ironing" from her book, Tell Me A Riddle, won the O. Henry award for best American short story in 1961. Olsen has been a writer in residence at the Massachusetts Institute of

Technology, Amherst College, Stanford University and Kenyon College. Dr. Guinter Kahn received the Inventor ofS the Yearj Award forl his discov-jjj ery of Ro-' gaine, thejj only FDAjl approved! agent to| grow hair. At 1951 gradu-i ate of Cen-| tral, he isS currently Director of Dermatological Medical Residency Training at Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach, FL. After serving as a Director of the Omaha Public Power District, and mayor of Omaha, Sen. Edward Zorin sky was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1976 and re-elected in 1982. A 1945 graduate of Central, he died while in office in 1987.

Preserving the past by Joanie Bernstein

Where can you find materials about North 24th Street in the 1940s? How would you obtain information about the beginnings of Jewish youth groups in the Omaha community? Where would you look to discover a long-lost relative who lived here in 1936? Who was the first rabbi at Temple Israel? And what was the first Orthodox synagogue here? The answers to all of these questions and more lie in the archives of the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society. The organization, founded by Mary Fellman and Oliver Pollak, will soon have a new expanded home in the newly remodeled JCC. Bob Belgrade, President of NJHS, encourages everyone in the community to contribute any item which would increase and enhance the archives of the Society. Through the

use of the Internet and computer technology, he hopes that NJHS will soon be able to provide information in the area of genealogy for anyone investigating family backgrounds. NJHS mails journals and newsletters to all members every year. Each publication is filled with wonderful stories and valuable information about the Jewish communities of Omaha, Council Bluffs and Nebraska. We've discovered that many families often send them to other relatives or save them for future references. Come visit our museum, the many unique exhibits, and stroll down memory lane. If you call ahead to the NJHS office, 334-6442, we can even arrange a private tour; and add to the archives of the historical society. Our new facility will be a wonderful addition to the Jewish community.

Lincoln Center Tifereth Israel to honor Ruth Keller Ruth Keller, "The temp that stayed," will be honored at a retirement dinner on Sunday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m. at Tifereth Israel Synagogue in Lincoln. According to Gerry Schuchman, "By today's standards 38 years at one job is almost unheard of! Bill Davidson, then president of the synagogue, hired her as a secretary on a temporary basis until a permanent replacement could be found. One wonders how long Ruth would have stayed had she been hired on an ongoing basis!" spread of her retirement, well wishWhen asked what her most mean- ers have sent messages, including ingful part of her job was, Keller this one from former spirital leader replid, "Turning on the lights on the Rabbi Moshe Pomerantz and his Yahrzeit Board. There are so many wife, Kaye, "May Ruth be blessed names younger members don't know. with good health and much joy in Who is going to remember? I knew the years ahead." most of them or some of their family. The ,dinner is sponsored by the That will be hard, to know these past-presidents of Tifereth Israel memories are leaving with me." Synagogue. For information or reserKeller served as secretary to eight vations, call Barbara Kenyon at 423rabbis and endured many changes 2678, Elaine Evnen at 423-2200, or ewithin the synagogue. As news has mail: ESEVNEN@aol.com.

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Letter to the Editor An open letter to the AntiDefamation League: Although the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has done much good work, and I have been a supporter, I am distressed by its recent criticism of Sen. Lieberman as espousing too much religion in the political arena. The degree to which any candidate for political office discussed his religious values is that candidate's personal right. It is also every voter's right to accept or reject any such candidate. In other words, if you don't like the way a candidate talks about his religion, then don't vote for him. None of the foregoing, however, requires an institutional response from the ADL. To criticize Sen. Lieberman's public references to religion as "inappropriate," may indicate a denigration of religion. One should not confuse freedom of religion with freedom from religion. A number of public issues have a moral dimension. For many persons, moral values have a religious base. Surely then, those who take their religion seriously may publicly advocate their religiously-based opinions in the determination of public policy, just as much as those who are not motivated by religion may do so. When Sen. Lieberman stated that belief in God is the true basis of .morality, one may agree or disagree with the statement. It would be prejudicial, however, to say that such expressions have no place in the marketplace of ideas. David Firestone pointed out in the New York Times, religion has always been apart of our nations thought: "As Tocqueville wrote, a religious foundation was particularly necessary in a democratic society, because it depends on the self-control of its citizens. Without those inner guidelines, democracy would never have worked." Professor Stephen L. Carter of Yale University has argued that religious motivation is not something that ought to be banned from political expression. (See The Culture of Disbelief: How American Law and Politics Trivialize Religious Devotion.) Religious liberals may speak of

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(Continued from page 4) sandy shores of the Mediterranean. The problem is that all this can be accomplished by one's mid-morning snack (a sacred tradition in Israel known as "the 10 a.m. meal"), and apparently in order to "put it all behind you" it helps to travel for more than three hours or so. What I am wondering about is the extent to which the small size of Israel contributes to my experience of at-homeness. Certainly a key factor is that Israel is just a single state-unlike the 50 United States of America. Many Americans over the course of their lives reside in several states. My wife was born in Connecticut, grew up in Nebraska, went to school in New York, then spent seven years in Georgia and six in Florida. She has a particular fondness for Nebraska, but certainly no strong allegiance to it.

I believe that this weak bond to one's state in America affects one's whole relationship with the countryit definitely affected mine. Because I did not have a strong bond to any particular state ; I was left facing an attachment to a huge mass called "the United States of America." And while this attachment was enough to produce a lump in my throat on occasion (like the playing of the National Anthem at an Olympics award ceremony), in practice my feeling of Americanness was too amorphous to be powerful. I believe that Israel's small size encourages more honest feelings of nationalism. The challenge facing Israelis is to use these feelings for the good, or, in religious terminology, to sanctify God's name (to perform kiddush Hashem) through their nationalism. But just what is "the good?" Passion itself is hardly a reliable guide.

JTA News Briefs • The mini-Parliament of the PLO postponed a declaration of statehood until at least Nov. 15. The widely expected decision by the 129-member Palestinian Central Council to delay the declaration from the previously set Sept. 13 date came after a second and final day of meetings in the Gaza Strip.

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• Almost half of all Americans believe Democratic Vice-presidential candidate Joseph Lieberman is spending the right amount of time discussing religion in the campaign, according to a new poll. Some 48% believe Lieberman is not

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Jewish Press, Omaha, NE September 15,2000 CORRECTION In last week's issue, in the Bar Mitzvah notice for Nathaniel Joseph, one set of great-grandparents was omitted. They are the late Nathan and Tiba Frieda Krizelman Rosenstein. The Jewish Press regrets the error. was recently honored with a plaque and neck- , lace for her service and BLUE RIBBON American Heart Association. " membership to TOPS Carpet & Upholstery (Take Off Pounds Cleaning Sensibly), and KOPS 25 Years Experience f (Keep Off Pounds ^ Steve Snail 558-8617 can keep your love alive Sensibly). She has been - - «.^v with the organization for more than 30 years.

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Andrea Lynn Skelcy and Scott Andrew Saylan were married July 29 at the Cliffs at Glassy Chapel in Landrum, SC. A reception followed at the Glassy Country Club. Susanne Owens, friend of the bride, was maid of honor; bridesmaids were Amy Saylan, sister of the groom, and Mary Vanpatten, friend of the bride. Flower girls were Amanda Hall and Ashley Long, the bride's nieces. Best man was Kevin Saylan, brother of the groom; another brother, David Saylan, was a groomsman, along with Andrew Kelly, fiiend of the groom. Ring bearer was Matthew Long, nephew of the bride. The bride, daughter of Gerald and Jean Skelcy of Tryon, NC, earned a bachelor's degree in nursing firom the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. She is a pediatric intensive care nurse at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. The groom, son of Jackie and Steve Saylan of Omaha, graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington with a bachelor of science in marketing and management. He was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi. He is a security consultant for ADT Security Services in Elmhurst, IL. After a honeymoon in Cancun, the couple will reside in Schaumburg, IL.

Beth El offers variety of programs for the New Year by Ozzie Nogg

Selihot set for Sept. 23

Selihot~the service traditionally held on the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah-finds Jews everywhere searching their souls, facing up to their shortcomings and offering penitential prayers. This year, Beth El Synagogue's Sept. 23 Selihot observance comes with a twist. In keeping with the theme of sin and forgiveness, Gift Baskets Corporate Gifts the evening will begin with a dialogue titled, "Did Party Planning You Hear The One About the Rabbi, The Priest Invitations Napkins Kippot and The Minister?" The discussion will be facilitatPersonalized Stationery ed by Rabbi Paul Drazen and his friends, Reverend Personalized Holiday Cards Dave Folkerts of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and . .. Balloons Father Gerry Gonderinger of St. Stephen the www.omahaegtfis.com ...and more! Eadie Tsabari andShen Abramson Martyr Church. The three clergymen will examine the concept of sin and forgiveness and explain how these imporMake your party or tant issues are dealt with in their different faiths. occasion more Adding another dimension to the discussion, elegant ana exciting Beth El's Selihot program will also feature musical with our interpretations of popular songs related to the European-Style Music topic of sin and forgiveness, including "Who's Sorry • Wedding Receptions Now", "Why Can't You Behave?" and "You Only • Birthdays Hurt the One You Love." • Anniversaries The program with the three clergymen and the • Graduations song segments begins at 9:45 p.m. in the syna• Fundraisers gogue chapel. Dessert will be served at 10:45 p.m. • Corporate Parties in the community court, and the Selihot service, • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs including the changing of the Torah mantles, • Cocktail Parties • Background Music begins at 11:45 pan. in the main sanctuary. • and More The entire community is invited to attend. For more information, contact the synagogue office at Call (402) 330-1127 or 492-8550. e-mail: igormos@yahoo.com re-established, 1998

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'Fabulous Four' features Mark Bloom, music, crafts Beth El Synagogue will usher in the High Holiday season with a "Fabulous Four For the New Year" program designed for Beth El Synagogue Talmud Torah kids of all ages and their parents. The event, featuring music, food and a High Holiday Craft Fair, is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 24,11 ajn. The program kicks off with a Concert for Parents featuring the jazzy Jewish music of guest artist, Mark Bloom, of Minneapolis, MN. Considered a major talent in the world of American-Jewish culture—a marvelous blend of musician and mensch— Bloom will perform his special brand of "rollicking, bouncy, Funky Punky" songs in concert from 1111:30 a.m. in the West Court. After the concert, BESTT kids and their parents will participate in an all-school assembly and Shaharit in the main Sanctuary. The service begins at 11:35 ajn., followed by a noon lunch. The program continues at 12:30 p.m., with a Family Concert and Crafts Fair. To the accompaniment of "More Marvelous Mark Bloom Music", BESTT kids and their folks will cut, fold, color and paste their choice of colorful, whimsical decorations to hang in the Beth El Sukkah. Cost for the program is $3.50 per person, and includes the concerts, lunch and all craft supplies. Reservations can be made by calling the Beth El office at 492-8550. For more information, call Susie Drazen or Scott Littky at the same number.

September 15, 2000

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D by Mary Fellman, Editor

Reporting on Senior Shabbat Dinner #1

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Fifty 60-year-old and older men and women from the six apartment houses on 93rd Street recently had a fun-filled evening of Shabbat and friendship at the Parkwood Terrace Clubhouse! One thank-you note said, "It was a wonderful Friday evening and I was happy to be included. Thank you and all who put the evening together!"

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Singles and married couples over 60 years of age from Regency and One Pacific apartments will celebrate Shabbat on October 6, with Shabbat candles, wine and challah. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the One Pacific Place clubhouse, and will include a holiday Shabbat dinner and plenty of conversation! Let Chairman Mary Fellman know if you are celebrating a birthday or anniversary. Also, if you would like to bring a vegetable or fruit salad for 12 people. Cnll 393-3144. It's going to be an evening of old and new friends-a great, time to welcome the New Year with togetherness! Come! Come!

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New arrivals of Large Print and Audio Books are now available for circulation at the Dorothy & Myer Kripke Federation Library. On the shelves in Large Print are old standbys as well as the latest large print releases: E.L. Doctorow's City of God; The Ritual Bath by Faye Kellerman; The Assistant by Bernard Malamud; and the ever-popular The Chosen by Chaim Potok. Good reading for anytime of the year. For those who prefer Talking Books, the library recently received As a

A get-together for Jewish single men and women between the ages of 45-59 is planned for the first week in November at the Parkwood Terrace clubhouse. More details coming.

Driven Leaf (Milton Steinberg's classic tale of Judaism's clash with pagan Rome); Fanny Herself by Edna Ferber, and The Betrothed by award- winning author S.Y. Agnon. These are all read by talented actors and will offer hours of listening pleasure. The library also received several new popular movies on video in the last month. So come in and check out Oscar winner Life is Beautiful; watch Cher in the highly-acclaimed Tea with Mussolini; or Robin Williams in Jakob the Liar.

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Home Accidents

Great Historical News for all Nebraska Families The 18-year-old Nebraska J e w i s h Historical Society is moving very shortly into new, larger surroundings next to the beautiful, newly-created Dorothy and Myer Kripke Federation Library in the JCC. The new space will include the new Belzer Museum, in addition to a new office for necessary materials, new space for archives, new areas for computers and all the latest equipment for maintaining the history of the Jews of Nebraska. Even while the move is taking place, new materials are being accepted by Barbara Bresler, Archivist, and other staff members. A more formal opening of the new headquarters will be held in November. Watch your mail and the Jewish Press for more details about this much needed, much welcome growth of the NJHS!

Five Ways to Prevent Falls ^

• Use non-skid pads under area rugs. • Wipe up spills when they happen. • Stair steps should have non-skid tread or tightly covered carpet. • Keep electrical cords out of the way. •Dqn^tiasea. 5^1iaira.sa. suJbstitijLteJfor a ladder. Make sure the prescription for your eyeglasses is correct. Remember to remove your read\ing glasses when you're walking around. J Buying a gift for Mom or Dad or Aunt or Grandparent, or even a friend over 60 is always a problem.. .so how about a box of all-occasion greeting cards and a roll of stamps, or gift certificate, even a gift certificate for dinner for two, or a magazine subscription.. .or a gift basket with goodies?

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1933 Confirmation Class-B'nai Israel, Council Bluffs: Back row, from left, Harold Fox, Eugene Telpner, Rabbi Stadlin, Robert Roffman, Leo Meyerson and Bennett Kutler. Front row: Sylvia Endelman, Leona Fried, Shirley Maltz, Bess PerImutter, Dorothy Saltzman and Marian PerImutter. Here is almost EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT VISITING HOSPITAL PATIENTS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK. Visitors should call before going to the hospital; keep visits short; visitors should be considerate of roommates; do not let the telephone ring more than three or four times; keep gifts modest (a book, magazine or game is often more useful); cards can be better than visits or phone calls.. .when in doubt, ask the patient.

The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society welcomes your wedding pictures of bride and groom, or the entire wedding party. And, of course, pictures of 50th anniversary celebrations or wedded couples will be added soon to the beautiful exhibit now showing in the Exhibit Hall of the JCC. Let the NJHS hear from you (334-6442), or drop in at the office in the JCC.

Did you know that 70% of home accidents occur in the bathroom, nearly 200,000 per year, due to burns, falls and electric shocks. The following safety tips will help guard against potential hazards in the bathroom: (1) Keep a night light on in the bathroom to clearly light the way for groggy family members. (2) Install grab bars or tub bars to make it easier to get in and out of the shower or tub. (3) Leave the bathroom door unlocked so it can be opened from both sides in case of an emergency. (4) Use non-skid rugs on bathroom floors.

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Tips for drivers.. .Keep your prescriptions up to date. Wear proper glasses for day and night driving. Wear good quality sunglasses when driving in sunlight.

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'Search for Spirituality' to highlight keynote at Symposium by Diane Axler Baum

Contemporary Jews who search for more spirituality in their lives must turn to the rich past of the Jewish tradition, but they should be prepared to rework much of what they find in order to satisfy their modern intellects. So believes Hava Tirosh-Samuelson of Arkona State University, whose stimulating viewpoint will ignite the keynote presentation at the 13th Annual Klutznick-Harris Symposium, on Sunday, 7:30 p.m., at the JCC. Her talk will explore "Jewish Spirituality: Past Models, Present Quest." After speaking, she will conduct a question and answer session to spark an exchange of ideas among the audience and Symposium participants. The evening will close with a dessert reception. Sessions are scheduled to begin at the JCC Sunday, 12:30-5 p.m., and to continue Monday, 9:30 a.m., at Creighton University's Student Center, 2500 California Plaza, and are free and open to the public. An agenda appears on Page 5 of this issue. In her fields of study, Tirosh-Samuelson intertwines Jewish intellectual history, medieval Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism, feminist theory, and European intellectual history. Her rich background comes to bear on her Symposium presentation, in which she will illustrate three modes of Jewish spirituality: the rabbinic, the philosophic, and the Kabbalistic or mystical. She will look at what the three share, where they differ, and how they evolved over many years. "The spiritual dimension. . .evolved over time as a result of the conversation between Judaism and non-Jewish intellectual traditions and religious practices," she said. To understand the spiritual dimension of Judaism, she approaches the tradition both historically and in context. Tirosh-Samuelson earned a Ph.D. from the

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Omaha Symphony celebrates by looking toward the future by Carol Katzman

Two men with different backgrounds share a common vision for the future of the Omaha Symphony. Fred Bronstein, named Executive Director (President and CEO) in 1998, and Frank Fine, recently-appointed Director of Development, both touted the cultural offerings of their adopted home in a recent interview with the Jewish Press. "We have a window of | opportunity here," said Bronstein, when he described the higher level of j activity and professionalism of Omaha's arts organizations. "One part is the potential for a new public facility for the Symphony, the other is the encouragement of our leadership for a $12 million endowment drive." The five-year plan would not only increase the current endowment from $5.6to$18 F r e d million, but expand the Symphony's programming in the areas of music residencies, distance learning around the region, enhancement of programs in the public schools, and increase of salaries for the Symphony's full and part time musicians. To help achieve those goals, administration hired Frank Fine six months ago. Unlike Bronstein, whose background includes advanced degrees in music and the founding of Aequalis, a chamber ensemble in which he performed and directed, Fine came to his position after a stint as the interim director of the Stockton (CA) Symphony and chairmanship of the New Mexico Symphony. Both men, however, attended Boston University (at different times) and both are Jewish. "Although I was looking at director's positions," Fine recalled, "I was very impressed with Fred and Iffi knew we would work well •," •, together. Add to that my '• \' positive first impressions • : of Omaha, and the decision wasn't difficult." Fine's background in his family's luggage business had brought him contact with Beth Ron Brodkey as Beth owned Bags and Baggage. "The opportunities for the Omaha Symphony are truly wonderful," Fine Frank Fine added. The orchestra is getting better artistically and the board more influential. Together, we've set big sights on what we can become." During the 99-00 season, the Symphony earned $1.65 million of its $4.4 million budget from ticket sales. Though its an 8% increase above the previous record and represents a 5% increase in main series attendance, the two feel the Symphony's ambitious plans need a larger endowment to support it. "It's not only the dollars which are important, of course," Bronstein added, "but the sense of volunteerism here, the 'ownership' which is not apparent in other cities. The arts can play a role in changing Omaha's image (citing the recent national survey which found few Americans recognized Omaha). "And today's corporate and civic leaders want outsiders to know about Omaha!" he added. Both men cited the contributions of the Jewish community to the Symphony. The 2000-2001 Board of Directors include both Harlan J. Noddle and D. David Slosburg, who headed the initial study to build and finance a symphony hall. Governing members include: Richard M. Fellman, David H. Gross, Barbara Kushner and Charles A Monasee (honorary). Bronstein also added his apologies for the Symphony's opening night scheduled on Sept. 29 and 30, the first two nights of Rosh Hashanah. "Due to the limitations of dates available at the Orpheum, we were given no choice," Bronstein said. "That's another reason why the Symphony eventually needs a home of its own!" For information about ticket sales, music or educational events, call 342-3560.

September 15, 2000

JELS names community teachers by Diane Axler Baum

Two experienced educators who lived and worked in Israel before coming to the U.S. have joined the ranks of Omaha's community teachers to teach at Friedel Jewish Academy and serve at synagogue religious schools. Carolyn Novicoff, Director of Jewish Educational and Library Services, said the appointments by JELS took effect at the beginning of the current school year. "We're delighted to have found Noa Levin and Elinor Matalon to fill these important positions. Both young women bring to their teaching a vibrant enthusiasm, wide knowledge, and the proven ability to motivate students of all ages," said Novicoff. "They join our three other outstanding community teachers: Naomi Arav, Eve Randone, Maya Wertheimer and our excellent Special-Needs Teacher, Eileen Kader." Kader is the first full-time teacher appointed by JELS to work with Omaha's Jewish students with special needs. u.

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Noa Levin and Elinor Matalon Levin and Matalon, as members of Priedel's faculty, spend each weekday morning carrying out the Academy's Judaic Studies Curriculum. Among their subjects are Jewish Values and Mitzvot, Prayer, Holidays, Shabbat, Bible, Jewish Art, Current Events, Israel, and Hebrew Language. In addition, Matalon is assigned to Temple Israel, where her responsibilities include afternoon and evening classes in the Middle School, High School, Family School and Adult B'nai Mitzvah Class. Levin's synagogue assignments take her to Beth El's religious school on Tuesdays and Thursdays and to Beth Israel Synagogue on Sunday mornings and Monday and Wednesday afternoons. New to Omaha, they both spoke warmly of their adopted city and mentioned their appreciation of the "open, friendly people" here. Both are particularly enthusiastic about Friedel Jewish Academy. "The small classes at the Academy allow me to have a warm, personal involvement with the children," said Levin. "It's so nice to bond with the kids, which you couldn't dp in a bigger group," noted Matalon. "I especially enjoy the challenge of modifying lessons for different age groups," she added, lifting up several finger puppets called "the Mitzvah Kids" which she will be using in lesson units with the younger students at Friedel. Matalon, a Sabra, served as a Sergeant in the Department of Casualties of the Israel Armed Forces from 1996-98. After leaving Israel, she lived for two years in California, where she taught in a Jewish preschool. Arriving in Omaha last year, she joined the faculty of Temple Israel's religious school to teach Hebrew. Her husband, Guy Matalon, in the process of completing his doctoral dissertation, is an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy and Religion Department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Levin, a native of northern France, made Aliyah at age 15. She holds Teacher Certification from the Israeli Ministry of Education. From 1993-98, as an elementary art teacher in Israel, she orchestrated the creation of a special exhibit on Jerusalem and the preparation of school art projects for holidays. She and her husband, Rabbi Shlomo Levin, left Israel last year when he accepted the position to develop and direct the Omaha Center for Torah Learning, an affiliate of the Torah Mitzion worldwide kollel network. They have two young children enrolled in the JCC's Child Development Center.

Temple Israel plans youth, music, Outreach events by Iris Ricks, Program Director

Rabbi Efrat Zarren-Zohar will speak at Temple Israel tonight, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. She will share her thoughts on "How I Dreaded Hearing the Akedah (The Binding of Isaac) on Rosh Hashanah and Why I Came to Love It." Rabbi Zarren-Zohar is Director of Family, Adult and Outreach for the Central Agency for Jewish Education Rabbi Zohar (C.A.J.E.) in Miami, FL. In addition, the Temple Israel Middle/High School Curriculum will feature several programs for parents and students. Dr. Mark Singer will present "Growing Up in a Violent World: The Effects of Popular Culture on Our Youth," on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 6:30 p.m. The program is geared toward parents who have children in grades 5 -12. Dr. Singer is a Professor of Social Work and Director of t h e Mandel Leadership Fellows Program at the Mandel School of Applied Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. This workshop is underwritten with a grant from the Lazier L. Singer Memorial Fund. Prior to Dr. Singer's workshop, there will be a parent's book club Wednesday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. The selected book, Lost Boys: Why Our Sons Turn Violent, by James Gaarbarno, relates directly to the topic. Rabbi Debbie Stiel, Lee Needelman and Sally Kaplan, L.C.S.W., will facilitate this discussion. "The Real Dope: Real Answers to Tough Questions," is the title of a workshop for students only, presented by Rabbi Yehuda Fine on Wednesday, April 4, 6:30 p.m. A lunch and learn for parents only will be held Thursday, April 5, noon, and is entitled, "Just How Am I Supposed to Answer That? Practical Answers to the Tough Questions Teenagers Ask (or wish they could)." Rabbi Fine, known as "The Times Square Rabbi," spent 10 years working with homeless teenagers on the streets of New York. He is a noted lecturer, family therapist, author and member of the guidance staff at Yeshiva University. Rabbi Fine's visit is underwritten with grants from the Lazier L. Singer Memorial Fund and an anonymous donor. Students in 10th grade will visit the Jewish "Big Apple" for a Shabbaton from Oct. 26-29. The 12th grade class will spend four days in Washington DC, participating in Panim el Panim, Washington Institute for Values, from April 29-May 2, 2001. Cantor Jennifer Blum has planned three special music programs this year, including: Cantor Blum will join award-winning singer and nationally recognized Jewish educator J u d y Caplan Ginsburgh for a special Shabbat service featuring solos and duets and the signing of the liturgy, on Friday, Jan. 19, 6 p.m. Selections from Aminadav Aloni's Hallel will be featured during Shabbat Shirah, the Sabbath of Song, on Friday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. Cantor Blum, the Kol Rina Choir and an ensemble of instruments will present Aloni's collection of songs in praise of God. There will be a Klezmer Shabbat on Friday, June 29, 8 p.m., with Cantor Blum, the Kol Rina Choir and friends. The Outreach Committee provides opportunities for members of the community to explore Judaism and address questions of religion and identity in their lives. The Sunday programs planned for this year include: How to Get Rid of the Guilt the Jewish Way, Sept. 17,10 a.m.; The December Reds, Greens and Blues, Nov. 19, 10 a.m.; I've Got the Candles, the Wine and the Challah--Now What? Outreach Shabbat Dinner, Friday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m.; The Roles of the Non-Jew: A Community Conversation, Feb. 4, 10 a.m.; Outreach Mini-University, Saturday, March 17, 2:30 p.m.; Ollie the Trolley: Historical Tour of Jewish Omaha with Mary Fellman, April 22,10 a.m.

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September 15, 2000

NCJW again sponsors 'Dictionary Day'

Hundreds pay tribute to grandparents

by Sandy Epstein, Chairwoman

The National Council of Jewish Women, Omaha Section, will hold its fourth annual Dictionary Day on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 9 a.m. Fourth-grade students in 18 elementary schools in the Omaha Public School district will receive approximately 1000 new dictionaries. Students will be able to use them this school year and then take them home. Funds were generously donated by the Omaha Community Foundation, the Phil and Terri Schrager Foundation and NCJW, Omaha Section. Volunteers are needed to help distribute the books at the following locations: Kennedy, Miller Park, Druid Hill, Saratoga, Lothrop, Belvedere, Franklin, Indian Hill, Central Park, Highland, Jackson, Walnut Hill, Marrs, Yates, Nabcroft, Wakonda, Field Club and Mount View. In addition, gently-used children's books are also being collected by NCJW members for distribution to those schools with inadequate libraries. Books may be delivered directly to Linda Mann, 10906 Bel Air Dr., or call her at 393-7110. To volunteer, or for more information, call me at 397-2528.

Bubbes and zaydes enjoyed Grandparents Day, sponsored by L.O.V.E., with their children and grandchildren in the JCC auditori-

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23 ounce $ 3 . 9 9 Kedem Concord Grape Juice 1 liter $ 2 . 4 9

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8 ounce

27 oz.

$1.69

8oz. $2.99 16 oz. $1.99

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