Stories from the October 2011 SDJJ Edition
Forgiveness in the Melting Pot of Israel
For an olah returning home to the U.S., forgiveness at Yom Kippur takes on new meaning
A New Season in Full Swing
by Eileen SondakOctober marks the first full month of winter-season entertainment at theaters across San Diego
The Wandering Jews
by Judith FeinWhen repeated dislocation uproots the lives of Judith Fein and Paul Ross, they take comfort in the outpouring of assistance by other Jews who understand their plight
Torah: Solidarity
by Andrea SimantovWhen positive chesed is impractical, the Torah calls upon us to at the very least empathize and understand the plight of the unfortunate. When the citizen of Israel cannot provide shelter for the stranger he must, at the very least, show solidarity with the less fortunate.
A Personal Connection
by Jessica HanewinckelRabbi Nadav Caine builds old-fashioned community at Ner Tamid by personalizing the wisdom of Torah tradition for his congregants
Sunny Side Up
by Jessica HanewinckelAt 82, Sunny Levin is an inventor, artist, creator and as active as ever
Aging Well
by Alanna BermanHow an aging baby boomer generation is changing the world of senior care
Nosh
by Eileen SondakA Creative Fusion of Food and Technology
More Than Trees Alone
by Alanna BermanWhile Jewish National Fund might be most known for planting trees in Israel, the organization relies entirely on donor support to do many other things for the Jewish people, and it’s a great choice for those interested in planned giving
Palm Springs
by Pamela PricePalm Springs Residents Jerry and Barbara Keller keep Palm Springs exciting in more ways than one
Musings from Mama
by Sharon Rosen LeibThe Importance of Having Fun
Living on the Front Page
by Andrea SimantovThe Luckiest People in the World
Leading the Way
by Tamar Caspi ShnallTel Aviv University executive Harvey Kreuger has big plans for one of Israel’s most well-known schools
God Hates Lies
by Rabbi Philip GraubartThe rabbis ask how Jeremiah and Daniel could dare to change Moses’ wording. Moses, after all, is “our rabbi;” his Torah is our source of objective truth. The rabbis answer, simply, that Jeremiah and Daniel felt that the words weren’t true, that reciting them would be a lie.
A Nation Indivisible, a Globe United
by Jessica HanewinckelBesides the pain and heartache that came with a 10-year tribute and the unveiling of a touching national memorial, I think the most important thing it brought back — something the U.S. has been sorely missing for the last several years — is a unity Americans have felt with one another, and the show of love and support for the U.S. from countries worldwide.
After the Fast Repast
by Lorraine and Phil ShapiroTry a spin on a fish dish to fill your belly post-fast this Yom Kippur
Hinenih! Here I Am!
by David Harris, Executive Director, American Jewish CommitteeThe time is now to support Israel
People of the Book
by Jessica HanewinckelDespite declining book sales nationwide, San Diego Jews celebrate their love of books and learning at the 17th annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair and seventh annual Yom Limmud
A Customized Israeli Experience
by Alanna BermanWith Erez Strasburg as your guide, a trip to Israel becomes a personal journey of exploration and discovery
The Courage to Do the Right Thing
by Jessica HanewinckelSDSU begins Initiative for Moral Courage with community-wide symposium, first-ever SDSU seminar on moral courage
Crime after Crime
by Michael FoxLa Jolla filmmaker busts ‘Crime’ wave of domestic violence
A Legacy of Hope
by Alanna BermanCousins Arlene Orlansky and Marian Greenberg continue the example set for them by their late grandmother as the newest chapter president and VP of the Gussie K. Singer chapter of City of Hope
Looking Back, Looking Around, Looking Ahead
by Pat LaunerCongregation Beth Israel celebrates its 150th anniversary























