See previous headlines, January 1-June 30, 2009

See previous headlines July 1-September 30, 2009



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Thusday-Saturday, December 31, 2009-January 2, 2010




Middle East

Israel

White House opposes Israel’s new housing in East Jerusalem

Last 2009 flight of North American olim leaves for Israel


The word for J Street: irrelevance ... by Bruce S. Ticker in Philadelphia


Iran

White House condemns violent ’suppresion’ of civilians in Iran

U.S. Broadcasting Board of Governors condemns latest censorship in Iran


Arab World


U.S. to sell $290 million in enhanced guided bombs to United Arab Emirates

U.S. to sell UAE ircraft, missile defense systems and other military gear

Congressman Wolf urges terrorist suspects not be sent from Guantanamo to Yemen




United States of America

Obama orders tightening of airplane anti-terror safeguards

Obama says ’systemic failure’ led to near-bombing on Christmas Day


Lieberman, Collins announce Senate hearing into attempted airline bombing

Justice Department charges Abdulmutallab with attempted bombing of aircraft

Lieberman asks why attempted bombing suspect was allowed to fly to U.S.

Mica blames TSA leadership, urges U.S. adopt Israeli model for flight safety

Attempted bombing was not a single criminal event but rather an act of war ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.

Return to Bush doctrine needed that U.S. fight is against terrorists and countries that harbor them ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.

U.S. health care bill–like most medicines–may have some side effects ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem


Europe

ADL renews call to Vatican to open Holocaust-era archives of Pope Pius XII



San Diego County

Jews of Australia topic of Jan. 8 Shabbat talk at Dor Hadash



Arts

The holidays and their music, Part I ... by David Amos in San Diego

Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard, z"l
#175 -- The Only Work I'll Do
#144 -- On Keeping Work Away
#249 -- Another Day



Lifestyles

The One who Made Me Smile ... by Y. Weller in Bnei Brak, Israel

Phil Snyder of San Diego forwarded this video report by Brad Pomerance on research on Jewish genes


Dedications


To dedicate an issue for a loved one's simcha, or as a memorial, contact Nancy Harrison at (619) 265 0808.




Tuesday-Wednesday, December 29-30, 2009



Global

Rabbi Ben Kamin, Delta airliner incident confirms that we folks are on our own, link to examiner.com


Israel

Security for Israel by Israel... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.

Hillel Neuer, spokesman for United Nations Watch, rips into the U.N. Human Rights Commission's record. Link to video

Rabbi Dow Marmur, “There are serious efforts underway to nurture religious coexistence in the Holy Land,” Link to The Star of Toronto

Barry Rubin, "Two Most Asked Questions: Will Obama attack Israel; will Israel attack Iran?" Link to Rubin Reports

J. Zel Lurie, "East Jerusalem is 12 times the original"

Israeli newspapers de-emphasizing photo journalism, survey finds

Immigration to Israel from North America increased in 2009




San Diego County

Rabbi Sherman’s installation at Etz Rimon set for Jan 9

Our editor, Don Harrison, has been writing a continuing series of general-interest stories on sightseeing in San Diego. Here's the link to the series index.



Australia

The Jews Down Under~Roundup of Australian Jewish News ...by Garry Fabian
--Educators Israel-bound for Holocaust studies
--Student Web site bans anti-Israel group
--Liberal leader calls on action against racist web sites
--Reviewing a Yiddish Holocaust story
--Young Soccer star aims high
--So near and yet so far



Judaism

It's late, but here's JibJab's Memorah Hora as sent out by Rand Levin and family of San Diego.




Arts

OMA exhibit juxtaposes American dreams and realities... by Donald H. Harrison in Oceanside, California


Dedications


To dedicate an issue for a loved one's simcha, or as a memorial, contact Nancy Harrison at (619) 265 0808.




Sunday-Monday, December 27-28, 2009

Global

Commentary: Qur’anic teachings are not anti-Semitic ... by Kashif Shahzada in Lahore, Pakistan

Climate change poses question ‘Will Israel be here in 2500'? ... by Danny Bloom in Chiayi City, Taiwan



Israel

Vigdor to step down as director general of Jewish Agency to take similar post with Israel’s Board of Higher Education

Israelis by 3-1 margin believe Obama has bias in favor of Palestinians

Haifa University awards three prizes for non-fiction

Orthodox excesses pave way for Reform growth in Israel … by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem

Tzipi Livni’s hesitation may account for her plummeting status … by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem

Incrementalism the political norm in U.S. and Israel … by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

WIZO comes to emotional aid of Israeli teachers along Gaza strip ... by Ulla Hadar in Sha'ar Hanegev, Israel






United States of America

Health Care compromise wins approval, reservations from Jewish officeholders and interest groups

Alison Gendar and Samuel Goldsmith, “Conviction of disbarred lawyer Lynn Stewart upheld for smuggling messages to jailed terrorist,” {Referral to New York Daily News}





Judaism

What we eat helps to forge our Jewish identity … by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego




Miscellaneous

School girl memories on a golden anniversary ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego


Arts

To other movie critics who panned ‘Nine’: Nein! .. by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles


Thursday-Saturday, December 24-26, 2009


Global

An ADL expert offers tips on security for Jewish organizations ... by Ted Parker in San Diego


Middle East

Israel

--Gilad Shalit prisoner exchange rumors intensify

-- ZOA opposes prisoner exchange for Shalit; argues it will lead to more kidnapping and terror

--Comparing and contrasting Gilad Shalit and Rachel Corrie … by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

-- There are times in politics when doing nothing is the best option … by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

--Israel’s chief rabbi expresses concern over possible sainthood for Pope Pius XII




Arab World

U.S. Treasury Department freezes assets of Iraqi insurgent group




Europe

--Auschwitz sign thieves apolitical, may have been commissioned by collector

--WJC provides background on its doubts about Pius XII sainthood

--Survivors shed tears during Demjanjuk trial

--Lloyds TSB “Bank pays $217 million fine for helping Iran circumvent U.S. trade laws

--Moldovan church indirectly blames Jews for anti-Semitic incident

--European Court of Human Rights rules Jews and Roma should be enfranchised in Bosnia-Herzogovina

-- Sharansky is ‘Man of Year’ for Union of Jewish Communities of Russia





United States of America

--Jimmy Carter says an ‘Al Het’ if any of his words stigmatized Israel

--Wyden calls for action to shut off flow of money from Saudi Arabia and other countries to Taliban

--Reform movement expresses mixed reactions over Health Care bill

--NCJW denounces Senate health care restrictions on abortion coverage

-- Mozart’s violin played at benefit for Jews for Judaism

--Shonda file: Spinka Rebbe Naftali Tzi Weisz sentenced to two years in prison for tax evasion

-- Like every U.S. President, Obama becoming scapegoat for world’s bad guys





San Diego County

-- ADL urges attendance at Jan. 18 All People’s Breakfast

--Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~February 6, 1954, Part V … compiled by Gail Umeham
--Odds and Ends
--Hadassah Presents “This Is Your Life”
--Did You Know
--City of Hope Jr. Aux.
--T.I. Men’s Club Hold Costume Dance February 13
--Sol Price Heads 1954 Drive!


Judaism

Being certain to take the right measure in Judaism … by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego

--Fort Worth visit has great Jewish worth … by Sara Appel-Lennon in Fort Worth, Texas




Miscellaneous

Recommended reading and viewing #8

Recommended reading and viewing #9




Arts

Which is better: a bad conductor with a good orchestra, or vice versa? … by David Amos in San Diego

Thursdays with the Songs of Hal Wingard, Z”l
#208 --Scott and Tamara
#208.5 -- Wedding Thoughts
#108 -- A Kiss a Day



Sports



Tuesday-Wednesday, December 22-23



Global
Climate Change Summit long on rhetoric, short on action… by Gary Rotto in San Diego


Middle East

Israel

--Abbas says Olmert offered to swap land in Negev for Israeli settlement blocs

--Barak says electronic isolation may be used to rein in West Bank settlers

-- University of Haifa students mount video campaign for Gilad Shalit’s release

-- Propagandists trying to conflate Abu Kabir experience with false charges of harvesting Palestinian organs

--Israel facing enemies inside and outside … by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem

--French broadcast authority warns carrying Hamas TV violates the law



Iran


ZOA reports poll finds Americans favoring military action to stop Iran’s nuclear program



Europe

--Possible elevation of Pope Pius XII to sainthood stirs Jewish controversy

--Stolen Auschwitz sign found cut into thirds


Australia

The Jews Down Under~Roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian

--Long time debt repaid
--Faith Parliament snub to Jews leaves “sour taste”
--Jewish schools shine in Year 12 results
--Elements unkind to Chanukah Celebrations
--Real Estate advertisment criticised
--Intermarriage and shecitah on the agenda
--AJAX’s premiership-winning water polo side




United States of America

Wiesel, Gov. Patterson join celebration of Kermaier installation as president of the New York Board of Rabbis … by Jeanette Friedman in New York

Neo-nazis promoting white supremacy through music downloads

--Haq trial shows the pitfalls for society of an insanity defense … by Bruce S. Ticker in Philadelphia


San Diego County

An unusual story of a family’s self-preservation during the Holocaust … by Randy Fadem in Poway, California

Poway, Encinitas fire departments to be honored at Seacrest Village fundraiser Feb. 6



Adventures in San Diego Jewish History...compiled by Gail Umeham in San Diego
--Still Time to Enroll In Speech Class
--New {Life}Club Formed
--City of Hope Elects New Officers Feb. 16
--Deceased
--Editorial Page--
--Letter to the Editor (Gert Thaler)
--T.I. Sisterhood News



Miscellaneous

Two recipes from the Israeli shlicha at United Jewish Federation

This Jewish single dad wonders what to do on Christmas Eve ... by Garry Rotto in San Diego

Recommended reading and viewing #7




Dedications


This issue is dedicated with happy birthday wishes to Abe Goldberg, whose birthday was on Monday.




Sunday-Monday, December 20-21, 2009


Global

--Human Rights Watch says migrants abused in many countries including Arab countries, Israel and U.S.

--ADL lists its top 10 Jewish issues for 2009

--Middle Eastern countries most restrictive on religion, American countries the least


Middle East

Israel

Allegro and the Benefit of Talmudic Genes… by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego



Miscellaneous

-- Recommended reading and viewing #6


Dedications


To Murray and Elaine Galinson, who are celebrating their golden anniversary today

December 17-19,2009


Middle East

Israel

Thursdays with the Songs of Hal Wingard
—194— Ensenada
—214B—Therapy
—59—The Joy of Love





Miscellaneous

Recommended Reading and Viewing #5



Dedications


—To Scott and Tamara Schiff on their 18th wedding anniversary, Dec. 15th.

--To Yochanan Sebastian Winston in honor of his birthday, Dec. 16th

—To Anat Hadar of Sha'ar Hanegev and Ravve Arif in celebration of their upcoming wedding day, Dec. 17th in Cyprus

--To Jean-Jacques Surbeck on his upcoming birthday, Dec. 19th



Tuesday-Wednesday, December 15-16, 2009


Middle East

Iran reportedly testing nuclear detonator

Iranian nuclear secrets coming out with increasing velocity ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.

Obama, Lebanon’s Sleiman tell disagreements over Israel

Has Britain prohibited Queen Elizabeth from traveling to Israel?

AJCongress condemns arson attack on Yasuf mosque

A pogrom in the village of Enabus ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida

Conference of Presidents, Israel tourism co-sponsor Chanukah promotion for trip to Israel

Moran legislation would aid cyber-space communications of Iranian opposition


Europe

Level of anti-Semitism in France alarms its interior minister

ADL denounces right-wing Moldovan priest who uprooted Chanukah menorah




United States of America

Menorah vandalism in Suffolk County condemned by ADL

‘Right’ to discriminate on campus is dubious at best ... by Bruce S. Ticker in Philadelphia

Terrors conspirators sentenced to federal prison


Australia
The Jews Down Under~Roundup of Australian Jewish News by Garry Fabian
—NSW Opposition calls for racial vilification law review
—New Roof Body for Australian shules
—Title fight honours in ,kick boxing
—Peacemaker role for Rabbi Rosen
—Four new faces on Jewish roof Body
—Rock stars join Jewish House celebrations
—ADC Lodges complaint over TV joke
—Local park to light up for Channukah
—Religions can be unifying force in mid-east


Chanukah

Hebrew Day School students buy Chanukah presents for 10 needy families




San Diego County

Sol Price, philanthropist and entrepreneur, dies at 93 ... by Peter Eisner in La Jolla, California

Is our Jewish consciousness a genetic inheritance?

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~February 6, 1954, Part I --Compiled by Gail Umeham

–United Jewish Fund Head Outlines Plans for 1954 Campaign
—New Temple Leader
—Council Urges End To McCarran-Walter Act
—Amb.. Philip M. Klutznick To Honor San Diego with Visit
—Hadassah Presents “Faith in Freedom”




Arts

‘The God Virus’ analyzes religion from disapproving standpoint ... Book review by Fred Reiss in Winchester, California

'I do! I do’ doest just fine in Globe’s new space ... by Carol Davis in San Diego


'Palestine, New Mexico’ offers message of cultural unity ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles


Foot-stomping, nostalgic time at Friends of IDF concert in San Diego ... by Yiftach Levy in San Diego




Sports

Dmitriy Salita weighs his boxing future in Israel

Soccer match was pre-Chanukah present for this dad by Garry Rotto in El Cajon, California

Ultra-running at the Dead Sea
... by Ulla Hadar at the Dead Sea, Israel




Miscellaneous

Links to recommended viewing and reading #4


Sunday-Monday, December 13-14, 2009


Middle East




United States of America

Americans becoming increasingly multi-religious in their family practices

Neo-Nazi’s tatoos ordered covered up during his murder trial

Spielberg presented top ADL award at celebrity-studded dinner

Congressman’s bill would immunize military against charges of ideological profiling

The senator needs to re-Reid his history … by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego




Middle East

Immigrants from North America helping to enrich Israel

Bill would label some Middle Eastern TV providers as terrorist organizations

U.S. to repair 61 jet engine modules for Jordan

Israel thanks Turkey for preventing Hezbollah attack on Israeli target in Turkey


How much should Israel pay for Gilad Shalit?

All or nothing solutions are unrealistic in Middle East … by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Torah cannot be ignored in analysis of Israeli motivations … by Rabbi Philip Graubart in La Jolla, California


Asia

Formulating the Afghan mission, Part II by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.


Europe

WJC mourns passing of Count Otto Lambsdorff



North America

Rutherford Institute asks U.S. Supreme Court to permit instrumental ‘Ave Maria’ in school ceremonies




San Diego County

Taglit/Birthright Israel may change 20 SDSU student lives forever … by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

Congregation Beth Am to dedicate stained glass windows depicting Days of Creation

San Diego Jewish Academy to host Festival of Mathematics on Sunday, March 21, for students who don’t compete on Saturdays

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, January 22, 1954, Part III ... compiled by Gail Umeham
Temple Beth Israel
Yo-Ma-Co News
Deceased
Double Talk
Jewish Center News
Indemnification Law Analyzed by Attorney



News links to other sites

Some recommended reading on other sites, #1



The Arts

Short stories of Dora Klinova will precede Dec. 26 dinner hour

Lawrence Family JCC dinner, lecture to mark Talmis’ return visit to San Diego Jan. 11

#318 -- Bottles and Bags
#268 -- Toilet Paper
#181 -- America



Lifestyles

AJCongress opposes requiring foreign officials to testify in U.S. courts



Middle East


Israel

Conference of Presidents urges EU to defeat Sweden's Jerusalem proposal


IAEA governing board’s censure of Iran a historic victory for Israel ... by Bruce S. Ticker

Israel-bashers hold a double standard on rights abuses ... by Ronald S. Lauder of the World Jewish Congress

A comparison of U.S. and Israel
-- and their democracies ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem



Iran
Conference of Presidents urges quick passage of Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act

Iran’s nuclear chief Salehi wants 20 new enrichment facilities

Iran says Switzerland will face ‘consequences’ for minaret vote


Arab World

ADL: Egypt's leaders have blind spot for anti-Semitism



Around the Globe


Anti-Semitism increasing in Europe, especially in Poland and Hungary, study finds

Afghanistan may notch the American empire on its belt of failed conquerors ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Formulating the Afghan mission, Part I ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.

Holocaust/Shoah

New book tells Turkey's role saving Jews from Shoah


The Jews Down Under ... Roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian

-Victorian church newspaper accused of bias
-Milestones for progressive congregations
-Jewish bodybuilder showsw winning form
-Spike in the number of anti-Jewish incidents
-Government funding for school chaplains
-Local shopping centre to light up for Chanukah
-Prime minister and Opposition leader attend leadership forum
-Community leaders honour Doc Evatt
-Anti-Israel protesters try to disrupt function
-JCCV supports new anti-discrimination laws



Links to Writers' Blogs Around the World


The American public's incredibly strong support for Israel ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya (link to Rubin Reports)



San Diego County

Jewish Grapevine of San Diego County

JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center tells January activities


Chabad plans pre-Chanukah party at SDSU Dec. 10

Chabad of University City sponsors UTC Chanukah party Dec. 13

Noah Hadas speaker Dec. 16 at CBI Men's Club



Adventures in San Diego Jewish History -- January 22, 1954, Part II ... compiled by Gail Umeham

Can a Nation Live by Hate? (Editorial)
Sanity, Sex and Songs (Editorial)
Entire Community Joins in Installation
Pioneer Women
T.I. Men’s Club Hold Costume Dance February 13th
 “The Christians’ Indebtedness to the Jews”
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood Second Annual Family Dinner
Temple Beth Israel Holds Annual Dinner


Local-Writer Links to Other Publications

Review of The Messenger ... by Rabbi Ben Kamin .. link to Examiner.com

Tina Bernard Eshel believes Sesame Street teaches the wrong sexual lessons ... link to the Examiner.com



Lifestyles

The animal world in the eyes of a 2-year-old.
.. by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

Momila, though gone, continues to wield her influence over us... by Jeanette Katzir in Woodland Hills, California



Sports


Salita taken out in seventy-six seconds by the mighty Khan by Joey Seymour in San Clemente, California




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Sunday-Monday, December 6-7, 2009



United States of America

President Obama again delays recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital

Napolitano: U.S. and Israel are partners in fight against terrorism

Anti-Semitism injected into Puerto Rican environmental battle


U.S PRESIDENTS AND THE JEWS


We have established a web blog to collect information about how U.S. Presidents and the Jewish community impacted each other. As our intent is historical, rather than political, we are confining ourselves to those U.S. Presidents who are no longer living. We invite submissions from the public, with the sources of all such material clearly identified so as to be of assistance to scholars.



Middle East


Israel



Report that Gilad Shalit has been transferred to Egypt


Why I (a settler) support Bibi Netanyahu
... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel {Link to blog}

Test-takers do worse in larger groups, Israeli and U.S. researchers find


Iran

Iranian terror cells reportedly infiltrating Latin America

Sanctions deadline for Iran: End of 2009


Terrorism and State Sponsorship: Not Gone but in a Lull and Proving Profitable ... By Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel (link to Rubin Reports)


Arab World

State Department posts $5 million reward each for Pan Am 73 terrorists



Around the Globe



Holocaust/Shoah

Ivan Demjamjuk trial delayed until December 21

‘Young Girl in a Blue Dress’ returned to Holocaust victim

World Jewish Congress criticizes Lithuanian official's revisionist view of the Holocaust

New EU law may shield Boere from war crimes trial

Judaism


We can't change who we are, just control it better ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego



The Arts

Bonnie and Clyde: Lovers until the end ... by Carol Davis in La Jolla , California

The Last Time – the last pair of slippers ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego


J*Company's 'King and I' entertains royally ... by Randy Fadem in La Jolla, California


San Diego County

The San Diego County Jewish Grapevine


Bagels, donuts, oysters and the Baby Moses ... by Donald H. Harrison on tour of Cuyamaca College

News anchor Carol Lebeau to moderate JFS panel on mental health Jan. 20


Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, January 22, 1954

... compiled by Gail Umeham

Las Vegas Comes to San Diego.
Immigration Expert Principal Speaker
Ida Nasatir Next Speaker At Forum
B’nai B’rith Leader To Visit Here Feb. 9
Betrothal Told
Personals
Wax-Beck Take Carribean Cruise
Council of Jewish Women Hold Food Sale
Cradle
Story Teller Appears For Birdie Stodel





Thursday-Saturday, December 3-5, 2009



United States of America

Text of President Obama's speech sending 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan

No Thanksgiving for current U.S. foreign policy ... By Barry Rubin (link to The Rubin Report)

Obama could learn from Israel's mistakes with Palestinians, Lebanese ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Would Obama appoint 'an anti-Israel lobbyist' as U.S. envoy to combat anti-Semitism ... by David A. Harris (Link to TPM website)

Jewish servicemen who've died in U.S. conflicts since 9/11 listed ... (Link to Jewish Community Centers Association)

ZOA to confer Theodor Herzl Medallion on Sheldon G. Adelson


ADL backs Wiccan's right to sue California prisons


NJDC wishes Markell a mazal tov following election as chair of Democratic Governors Association

Shonda file: Attorney Scott Rothstein accused of $1 billion Ponzi scheme



U.S PRESIDENTS AND THE JEWS


We have established a web blog to collect information about how U.S. Presidents and the Jewish community impacted each other. As our intent is historical, rather than political, we are confining ourselves to those U.S. Presidents who are no longer living. We invite submissions from the public, with the sources of all such material clearly identified so as to be of assistance to scholars.



Middle East


Israel


West Bank settlers scuffle with Israeli police

U.N. observing 'Palestinian Solidarity Day'

European Union to consider recognizing East Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

ADL calls on Sweden to abandon its efforts to recognize Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

Moshe Halbertal's analysis of Goldstone Report makes sense ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Toronto (link to Canadian Jewish News)

El Al posts $12.3 million profit in third quarter


Iran

Iran becoming more intransigent in nuclear controversy

Iran financing anti-Semitic films

Poizner announces crackdown on insurance companies investing with Iran’s business partners




Arab World

Iraqi police arrest 11 suspected al Qaeda operatives



Around the Globe


Swiss minaret ban sparks worldwide condemnation

Savoring Jewish life in Burma ... by Sammy Samuels in Yangon, Myanmar


Holocaust/Shoah

Ivan Demjanjuk’s attorney fails in efforts to change judges and prosecutors



Judaism


Judaism 101: What is a Jew?
.... by Rabbi Ben Kamin (link to his column on Examiner.Com)

Job goes to the movies .... by Rabbi Philip Graubart in San Diego


The Arts

Lecture on Kafka's last love Dec. 12 at Beverly Hills art gallery

Let's change the way we program concerts ... by David Amos in San Diego


Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard, z"l
#226 -- The Trip
#228 -- Duet
#282 -- Of Little Note




Tuesday-Wednesday, December 1-2, 2009


United States of America

Clashes between religious advocates and politicians sometimes do the former no credit ... by Bruce S. Ticker in Philadelphia


Middle East


Israel


University of Haifa students devise You Tube campaign for Gilad Shalit’s release

Poet Haim Gouri speaks his mind (link to Jerusalem Diaries) .. by Judy Lash Balint

JDate and Nefesh b’Nefesh sponsor singles dating site for North American immigrants to Israel

Now there is aliyah service for family pets

ZOA criticizes JNF for contributing trees to PA


Doctor takes necessary first step (in citizen diplomacy for Palestinian-Israeli peace)... link to The Star to an article by Rabbi Dow Marmur

Inertia, rather than conscious policy, often influences the Israeli-Palestinian conflict ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem



Iran

Iran announces plans for 10 new nuclear sites


Around the Globe


Ivan Demjanjuk war crimes trial underway in Munich

Nuremberg Trials witness Fred Silberstein, 80, dies


The rules of etiquette for modern anti-Semitism ( link to Maggie's Farm)... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California

The Jews Down Under... Roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian
Catholic school students write and perform moving play
New Polish Jewish group strengthens ties
Gold Coast community shocked by rabbi's sudden death
Mumbai survivor marks anniversary of massacre
New president for Rabbinical Council of Victoria
Grandson recalls protest against Naziism
More delays in Zentai extradition




The Arts

Didi’s Magic Keys, a play in Hebrew, to be performed December 10 at SDJA

The Mikveh Monologues to benefit the community mikvah Jan. 30, 31

Companion blog established: We're collecting and posting information about San Diego Jewish pioneers, with particular emphasis on Joseph S. Mannasse and Marcus Schiller

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~January 8, 1954 .... compiled by Gail Umeham
Personals
Cradle
Junior Charity League
Yo-Ma-Co News
Please Note
Unveiling
Double Talk by Janet and Susan Solof
B.J. Sisterhood News
Hadassah News
Jewish Center News




Lifestyles

Silent One Day Sale, Holy One Day Sale
... by Steve Hofstetter in New York

Maybe we can just skip directly to Christmas? (link to Examiner.com) ... By Ben Kamin in San Diego




Dedications


To our wonderful readers, who allow us in their lives





Sunday-Monday, November 29-30, 2009



Middle East


Israel


New Lebanese government endorses Hezbollah fight against Israel

Abbas recruits Chile’s President Bachelet to anti-settlements cause

Middle East peace process reduced to a charade ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem


Some hard realities of negotiations and politic
s ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Iran

European Jewish Congress lobbies Kremlin against sale of missiles to Iran



Around the Globe


Pope meets founders of Child Survivors Germany



The Arts

Companion blog established: We're collecting and posting information about San Diego Jewish pioneers, with particular emphasis on Joseph S. Mannasse and Marcus Schiller

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, January 8, 1954... compiled by Gail Umeham

Letters to the Editor
Goodrich Leaves A Strong Fund
Edith Press To Wed Dean Greenberg
Stone-Dewey Marriage Told
Haley-Haas Rites




Lifestyles

Old friend and new tastes highlight wine and food festival ... by Lynne Thrope in San Diego

Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School cookbook features world's kosher cuisine ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

When they laughed at Tom ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego





Dedications


Happy Nov. 30 birthday to Steve Weening of Santee.




Thursday-Saturday, November 26-28, 2009


Middle East


Israel

Netanyahu proposes 10-month construction suspension in West Bank areas

Clinton welcomes Israel's construction freeze decision

Israel has image problems; anti-Israel professors have scholarship problems ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Unlike the United States, Israel clearly discerns identity of its enemies ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem



Iran



United States of America

Fourteen Torahs dedicated at Great Neck Synagogue


President Obama sends Hajj season greetings to world's Muslims

American Jewish Congress applauds Third Circuit Court of Appeals decision on religious music at school assemblies

FBI reports U.S. hate crimes increased in 2008


Mosque arsonist sentenced to 14 years in prison

U.S. government offers $5 million for capture of terrorist suspect Al-Umari

Out of court settlement reached in case of school prohibiting church flyers


Reasons for international thankfulness ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.


Around the Globe


The joys of an airline layover in Amsterdam ... by Ulla Hadar in Amsterdam

Two arrested in Italy for aiding Mumbai terrorists

EasyJet apologizes for fashion shoot at Holocaust memorial

Reasons for international thankfulness ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.


The Arts


Erich Leinsdorf: his life, music and thought ... by David Amos in San Diego


Thursdays with the Songs of Hal Wingard

#214C, Nostalgia
#288, Where's Grace?
#137, Aging



San Diego

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~January 8, 1954 ... compiled by Gail Umeham

Edward Breitbard Heads New Board At Tifereth Israel
Guest  Speaker At Annual Meeting
Louis Moorsteen Takes Over Helm Of United Jewish Fund
March of Dimes (Editorial)
The New Year (Editorial)
Community Currents by Albert Hutler


Lifestyles

At 104, Laura Simon worries for her aging children ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

Dreidel game created for iPhone


Sara-N-Dipity Place: Some hidden history of Thanksgiving ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego



Jewish-Interest Links
In this section we alert you to stories of Jewish interest recently published by other news organizations.

Michael Gerber: Entrepreneurship is all about religion
... San Diego News Network

Adam Lambert at the AMA's ... a review by Entertainment Weekly

Lambert riding big wave of publicity ... San Diego Union-Tribune


Dedications


We dedicate this issue to Laura Simon of San Diego, who turned 104 today, and to Harry & Sherry Jacobson-Beyer, who are celebrating their 35th anniversary.


Tuesday-Wednesday, November 24-25, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 209)




United States of America


ADL wants coordinated campaign to combat hate violence

ADL welcomes Hannah Rosenthal as State Department’s envoy to combat Anti-Semitism

ADL urges Supreme Court to maintain prohibition on aid to terrorist organizations

Columbia, Rutgers receive funds from alleged Iranian front organization

Nation’s deteriorating transit should concern Jewish community
... by Bruce S. Ticker in Philadelphia


Around the Globe


The Jews Down Under...Roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne

Building Connections of Communal Harmony
Jewish School receives $1.5 million government grant
Australian Government denies shift on Mideast Policy
Chabad House by the beach
Toben Free but web site to be monitored
The Australian - Polish Connection restoring an icon
Maccabi Tennis shines at top tennis venue


The Arts


Shimerman shines in The Rep’s Seafarer ... by Carol Davis in San Diego

Thin line between genius and craziness on display in 'As White as O'
... by Cynthia Citron in North Hollywood, California




San Diego

Zeji Ozeri: Rising celebrity in Jewish and Hispanic communities ... San Diego Jewish profile by Donald H. Harrison

JFS issues urgent appeal for Thanksgiving

Boxer bill for S.D. gang and drug crime unit advances

Block named to Joint Committee on Master Plan for Higher Education

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~December 25, 1953 & January 8, 1954 ... Compiled by Gail Umeham

Double Talk
Jewish Center News
Makes Last Appeal
Fund To Elect New Officers January 5
Ralph Feldman To Be Installed As Prexy Of Lasker Lodge B.B.
Council, Jewish Federations To Meet Here January 22nd


Jewish-Interest Links
In this section we alert you to stories of Jewish interest recently published by other news organizations.


Community Newsmakers

S.D. doctor consults on women's sex enhancer ... San Diego Union-Tribune

Next act for Lambert: Holding onto success
... San Diego Union-Tribune

Adam Lambert at American Music Awards stirs controversy
... San Diego News Network

San Diego Coastkeeper Reznik speaks out, quietly ... San Diego News Network

Upcoming Jewish events


Hanukkah Happening: Largest San Diego Celebration is a Community-Wide Holiday Extravaganza ... Mission Times Courier

Jewish Family Service and San Diego Food Bank Present Run for the Hungry ... Mission Times Courier


Dedications


This issue goes out with happy Nov. 25 birthday wishes to Bruce Kesler, Marsha Sutton and Janet Tiger


Sunday-Monday, November 22-23, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 208)


Middle East


Israel

EU official urges closer ties with Israel

Activist philanthropist Dr. Michael Dan honored by University of Haifa




Iran
ElBaredei to Iran: Don’t miss fleeting chance


Yemen

Yemen foils plot to assassinate Rabbi Musa



United States of America

Terrorism cases

USS Cole bombing suspect to be tried by U.S. military commission

Shadegg wants probe of FBI’s handling of Nidal Hasan investigation




Sports

However it went--and it went poorly--SDJA football playoff game was one for the history books ... by Joey Seymour in San Diego


The Arts

Albert meets Pablo in a turn-of-the-century haunt for geniuses ... theatre review by Carol Davis in Carlsbad, California


I'm Still Here ... serialized book by Laura Simon

Loyola University
At Loyola-Tell Me a Dream
Mayfair College
Mementoes
Painting
Rag Lady
Museum of Man
Japanese Costumes
The Chanukah Story
Literary Letters
Don't Say Goodbye


San Diego

Adventures in San Diego History

(compiled by Gail Umeham from December 25, 1953 edition of Southwestern Jewish Press)

Hebrew Home (Editorial)

Letter to the Editor (from Rabbi Morton Cohn)
Community Currents by Albert Hutler


Lifestyles

Just exactly what does Realtor mean by ‘moving up?’ ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego


Staffbox


PETER, JACK AND GAIL —They're a new trio, but only for this photo taken by Paul Nestor. As far as we know, only one of them--Peter Yarrow, at right--knows how to sing really well. Jack & Gail Forman, on the other hand, write very nice book reviews and they were at the San Diego Jewish Book Fair earlier this month, where they met the well-known folk singer of Peter, Paul and Mary fame.


Jewish Interest Links
In this section we alert you to stories of Jewish interest recently published by other news organizations.

Jewish officeholders

District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis is complemented by the Union-Tribune for new era of cooperation with City Attorney's office under Jan Goldsmith. Click here



Pre-Sunday, November 15-21, 2009

International

U.S. welcomes U.N. human rights resolution on Iran

Sanctions against Iran may come within weeks -- Obama

Jordan-Israel border area shows environmental impacts of differing land use


Oldest synagogue building in Wales to become condos

Germany accuses Adolf Storms of killing 58 Jewish laborers


Canadian appeals court stays SS man's deportation


National
Protect woman's right to abortion in health bill -- Saperstein

ACLU, Americans United demand public school graduation ceremonies be moved from Cathedral


Christian legal group tells 'rules' for Christmas in schools

Obama and Holder make many mistakes in terror trial discussion ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.

Anti-gun group seeks ban on Belgian weapon used by Nidal Hasan


Senate Committee begins Ft. Hood massacre probe

Eye-opening Elderhostel course examined history of Crypto Jews in New Mexico ... by Janis Colton in Chevy Chase, Maryland


Judaism

Berditchev rebbe learns value of persistence... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego

Hashem's timing can be exquisite...by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego


Commentary
Is President Obama the new George McGovern? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Israeli commentary on Obama increasingly views him in Palestinian camp ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem


Arts
Multitalented Lucas Richman's versatility reminiscent of Leonard Bernstein ...by Eileen Wingard in San Diego
Young actor to shave his head for role and cancer victims .... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego


Thursday, November 19, 2009

International

White House denounces construction in Gilo section of Jerusalem

Peres visit prompts protests, welcome in Buenos Aires

Peres says Chavez, Ahmadinejad will soon be out of power

Israel dedicates monument to U.S. 9/11 victims

IAEA suspects more hidden nuclear sites in Iran

Brazilian oil company considering halting operations in Iran

Iran metes out death penalty to 5 protestors

Killing Al Qaeda now U.S. primary purpose in Afghanistan by Shoshana Bryen

United States

Illinois Congress members split on terror prison site

Program twins mosques and synagogues on two continents

Commentary
State Department bias favoring Palestinians shows in report on international religious freedom ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem


Peace recedes as Obama policies harden Palestinian positions
... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

The Arts

Not necessary to make mary poppins extra-supercalifragilisticexpialidocious ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles

The Foreigner still pleases
... by Carol Davis in Vista, California

J*Company presents The King and I

Viterbis give $1 million to San Diego Opera

What do famous musicians say about each other? ... by David Amos in San Diego

Manny Farber Exhibit begins Dec. 14 at Gotthelf Art Gallery


Thursdays with the Songs of Hal Wingard, z"l

#101 -- The Shots of Life
#310 -- Beneath the Baubab Tree
#320 -- Time to Blame

San Diego

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, December 25, 1953, Part III--compiled by Gail Umeham

--Lionel Van Deerlin Moderates Panel for Nat’l. Council of Jewish Women,
--S.D. State College Offers tour of Europe
--Jewish War Vet Aux
--Tifereth Sisterhood Hears Sherry Newman
--City of Hope Holds Installation Jan. 18
--Jewish Social Service Plans Annual Dinner
--Pioneer Women Go Out on Memb. Drive
--Deceased
--Young Adults Invited To Jewish Arbor Day
--Weizmann Branch Invites All To New Year’s Party

Lifestyles

This blind taste test is not to compare products but to build our compassion ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego






Tuesday, November 17, 2009

San Diego Jewish Book Fair
Author identified with plight of ‘Hitler’s Jewish soldiers’ … by David Strom in La Jolla, California

Yarrow enchants children and adults at San Diego Jewish Book Fair … by Gail Feinstein Forman in La Jolla, California

Telushkin: Love your neighbor and yourself … by Jack Forman in La Jolla, California

Ongoing American Jewish commitment seen as key to Israel’s long-term prospects … by Jack Forman in La Jolla, California

In hands of extremists, Koran justifies Ft. Hood massacre … by Fred Reiss in La Jolla, California


Arts

In Star Trek, he was Quark the barkeeper; in The Seafarer, he’s a drunk  … by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

Better Angel charms and informs  … by Carol Davis in Burbank, California

Albee explores the A,B,C of life and dementia … by Cynthia Citron in Hollywood


Leisure

The thrill of an archive brought home to San Diego --- by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego

Restaurant Review: Los Arcos provides fish with a Mexican flair… by Lynne Thrope in Chula Vista, California


San Diego

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History~December 25, 1953 , Part I

*U.J. Fund Winds Up Year’s Activity; Honors Founders .. Read more
*Federation Leaders Gather For West Coast Conference .. Read more
*Lasker Lodge Holds Installation Jan. 9th   … Read more


International
Obama says Iran’s ‘time running out’ to reach nuclear deal … World Jewish Congress report

Palestinians say they’ll seek statehood from U.N. Security Council … World Jewish Congress report

The Goldstone-Gold debate at Brandeis University …  by Bruce S. Ticker in Waltham, Massachusetts



Assad rebuffs Netanyahu’s offer for direct talks … World Jewish Congress report

American David Headley implicated in Mumbai terror attacks … World Jewish Congress Report

Animal protection group hails ban of horse-drawn carts in Tel Aviv … Press Release

Hasan’s slideshow told motiive for Ft. Hood killings … by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel

Trying to understand Palestinians and Haredim … by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Ethiopian Jews troop to Kotel in Sigd celebration … by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem

On completing six months of teaching with the Abayudaya … by Lorne Mallin in Nabugoye Hill, Mbale, Uganda

The Jews Down Under… Roundup of Australian Jewish News (Part I)
*ECAJ calls for compassion on asylum seekers
*Wide selection at Jewish Film Festival
*Pilger continues diatribe on Israel
*American professor to bring Talmudic guidance down under


The Jews Down Under…Roundup of Australian Jewish news (Part II) ... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne

*JCCV tackles teenage alcohol abuse
*A Milestone for Shul
*Is this the final chapter in the Zentai saga?
*Michael Danby Calls for refugee review
*Status Quo on ritual slaughter
*Visible Jewish presence at Parliament of World Religions


Sunday, November 15, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 207)

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We apologize for the inconvenience.




Middle East

Hezbollah has missiles capable of reaching Tel Aviv ... Read more

U.S., Britain accuse Iran of destabilizing Middle East with weapons shipment ... Read more

Blended olive oil could promote Middle East peace ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego .... Read more

Brazil's president says dialogue with Iran could promote peace ... Read more

Norwegian university vetoes boycott of Israeli academics ... Read more

Obama's policies seen as 'childish' by some Israelis ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Amos Oz tells reasons for two-state solution ... by Donald H. Harrison in La Jolla, California... Read more


Washington Post chooses wrong commentators on the Middle East ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

U.S. Ambassador Rice extolls international school in Israel ... Read more



United States

9/11 defendants to go to trial, Holder announces .... Read more

Jewish legislators divided on trying 9/11 suspects in civilian court ... Read more

McKeon calls for Hasan probe by House Armed Services Committee... Read more


Vandals attack Jewish sites on both U.S. coasts ... Read more

Shonda file: Kosher slaughterhouse operator convicted on 86 counts of fraud ... Read more


Freddie Roman recalls the 'goldeneh' era of the Catskills ... by Bruce Lowitt in Oldsmar, Florida ... Read more

Rick Barton to chair national ADL education commission ... Read more



International
Boere trial delayed so defendant can hear ... Read more

Bishop refuses to pay fine for Holocaust denial ... Read more

Australia's Home Affairs Minister okays Zentai extradition to Hungary ... Read more

Black Jews seek unity, acceptance in France ... by Cynthia Weisfied in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ... Read more

Judaism

Biblical Isaac understood love and marriage ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego ... Read more

Rescue saved not only the drowning girl ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego ... Read more


Arts

Topdog/Underdog features a Lincoln versus a Booth ...by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more


Diamant receives enthusiastic welcome at S.D. Jewish Book Fair ... by Gerry Greber in La Jolla, California ... Read more

San Diego

Mirik Snir, Israeli children's author, guest teaches in San Diego ... by Jennie Starr ... Read more

Wayne rolls up endorsements; Dumanis backs Whitman ... Read more



Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 206)



Israel and Middle East

Despite setbacks, U.S. remains committed to Arab-Israeli peace process–Burns ... Read more

Bibi’s priorities: Peace with Palestinians, no nuclear weapons for Iran, and replacing oil as an energy source ... Read more

U.S.expresses hope Lebanon will remain sovereign ... Read more

Embargo gasoline exports to Iran--Rep. Kirk .... Read more

Israeli researcher: Same hormone stimulates emotions of love and envy ... Read more

U.S. elections strengthened Bibi's hand, Koch and Charney agree ... Read more

Which was more important to Jewish history—Holocaust or creation of Israel? ... by Arnold Flick in La Jolla, California ... Read more



United States of America

FBI says evidence to date indicates Hasan acted alone ... Read more

Senate Homeland Security to investigate Ft. Hood murders ... Read more

Nidal Hasan and American multiculturalism ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem .... Read more

Above all, allegiance to the U.S. Constitution ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. .... Read more

Bible looted by Nazis returned to Jewish museum in Austria ... Read more

Court nixes South Carolina’s proposed Christian license plate ... Read more

Gathering plans protest if denier Irving comes to New York City ... Read more



International

Ahmadinejad expected this year by Chavez in Caracas ... Read more

Britain’s chief rabbi says religion and politics should be separate ... Read more

Depressing intellectual trends among British youth ... by Lloyd Levy in London ... Read more



Judaism

A spiritual journey away from my computer ... by Donald H. Harrison .... Read more



Arts

Israeli musicians hampered by sanctuary’s divided seating ... by David Amos in La Jolla, California .... Read more

TV's most prodigious interviewer tells of his own life ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in La Jolla, California ... Read more

Author of From Ghetto to Ghetto relates his journey ... by Yvonne Greenberg in La Jolla, California ... Read more



San Diego County

Magazine honors Kaplan as a ‘woman who means business’ ... Read more


San Diego County Jewish History

Valley Center History Museum receives Salomon papers ... Read more

Adventures in SD Jewish History. compiled by Gail Umeham from December 11, 1953 Southwestern Jewish Press .... Read entire selection

Michael Loring Thrills Audience….Read more
Deceased (Joshua Adler, Rachel Cohen, Rebecca Markowitz) …. Read more
All of Gaul Was Divided in Three Parts (Editorial)…. Read more
Community Currents by Albert Hutler…. Read more
Jewish Center Group Elects Edw. Breitbard …. Read more
Attention D.P.’s…. Read more
San Diego Will Host JFW Regional Meet …. Read more
Jewish War Veterans …. Read more
Cash Is Needed! .... Read more


Tuesday-Wednesday, November 10-11, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 205)

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Israel and Middle East

Who killed the Middle East peace process? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Start Up Nation : A book review ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California ... Read more

Hamas’ West Bank Popularity Up, So Abbas Isn’t Running ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. ... Read more


San Diego

Jewish Family Service launches employment program ... Read more

‘The Mikveh Monologues’ coming to San Diego ... Read more

Lawrence Family JCC to host Dec. 6 Hannukah Happening ... Read more

Jewish Family Service to host adoption conference ... Read more

Rick Recht to peform Dec. 6 at Temple Adat Shalom ... Read more

Poizner recovers $27 million in insurance for SD fire victims ... Read more


Judaism

'Who is a Jew' controversy pops up in Britain again ... by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson in Mevasseret Zion, Israel .... Read more


Arts

Giselle--A review of City Ballet of San Diego ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego. ... Read more

Bent: Gay Holocaust dramatized at the Diversionary ... by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more


Lifestyles
The San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival ... by Lynne Thrope in San Diego... Read more


San Diego Jewish History ... compiled by Gail Umeham from December 11, 1953 Southwestern Jewish Press .... Reed entire selection

Col. Irving Salomon Next Forum Speaker….Read more
Local Leader To Serve Again in ’54….Read more
Jewish Center News….Read more
Chaim Weizmann Branch of Poale Zion Plans New Year’s Eve Party….Read more
Teen-Agers Turn Tables On Moms and Pops….Read more
City of Hope Aux…..Read more
’54 To Be Ushered In At Park Manor Hotel….Read more
Camp Jaycee Opens Winter Camp….Read more
Birdie Stodel News….Read more
Lasker Lodge by Jack Lowenbein….Read more



Australia (roundup by Garry Fabian)
Read entire selection

Neo-Nazi meeting prompts statement of regret from club owners .. Read more
Uniting Church changes Jewish stance ... Read moreClosure of Tibby’s ends an era ... Read more
Champion Jewish boxer inducted into boxing Hall of Fame ... Read more
Tireless community worker to be honoured ... Read more
Indian wedding a family tradition ... Read more
Following a family tradition of service ... Read more




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Sunday-Monday, November 8-9, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 204)



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Sunday-Monday, November 8-9, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 204)



Israel
*Sha'ar Hanegev opens rocket-resistant elementary school ... by Ulla Hadar in Sha'ar Hanegev, Israel ... Read more

*Thanking Israel's steadfast friends.... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more

*Filner says other Jewish members of Congress feared to vote against measure condemning Goldstone report ...by Donald H. Harrison Read more

*A party that never was on Mt. Scopus in 1967 ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida ... Read more

*On a flight from Israel back home: who adopted whom? ... by Carine Chitayat aboard El Al Airlines .... Read more

United States

Jihad on U.S. soil no longer unthinkable ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. .... Read more

*Keeping the Fort Hood massacre in perspective ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Judaism
*A Midrashic story against prejudice ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego ... Read more

*Chesed and rachamim on the streets of New York ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego .... Read more

Arts

Klezmer melodies can be as American as .... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego ... Read more

*Sunrise ... a poem by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego .... Read more

*I'm Still Here ... Memoirs of Laura Simon, 103 Read entire selection
Chamberlain Class ... Read more
Teachers ...Read More
Skokie Exhibit ... Read more
Curator ... Read more
Literary Agent ... Read more


Lifestyles
*Why I'm marrying a Jewish girl .... by Steve Hofstetter in New York ... Read more

*Ever plan a party from 5,000 miles away? Shari Alter has .... by Jeanette Friedman in Englewood, New Jersey ... Read more

Obituary
*Norman Sondak, informations systems specialist ... Read more

*Adventures in San Diego Jewish History .... culled from the December 11 edition of Southwestern Jewish Press by Gail Umeham ... Read entire selection

Hebrew Home For Aged Steps Up Fund Drive….Read more
U.J. Fund To Mark 20th Year of Service….Read more
Leslea Harriet Steffel Weds Daniel Abramson….Read more
Seymour Ratner Wed….Read more
Personals….Read more
Wedding Date Set….Read more
Cradle….Read more
“Prejudice” Subject of Talk For B.B…..Read more
Classified….Read more
Calendar….Read more
Historic Ad: Chanukah greetings ... See Ad



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Thursday-Saturday, November 5-7, 2009 ((Vol. 3, No. 203)



San Diego & California

Filner, alone among Jewish Congress members and San Diego delegation, declines to condemn Goldstone report ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more

UJF Women receive VIP briefings in Sha'ar Hanegev....by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Aza ... Read more

'Militant Islam' to be topic Nov. 18 of AJE lecture ... Read more

College Avenue Older Adult Center tells November activities ... Read more

Some facts about H1N1 .. by Assemblyman Marty Block in San Diego ... Read more


Arts

A welcome return for Dog Act at Moxie ... by Carol Davis in San Diego .... Read more

Musicians paid moving tribute to Maestro Mendi Rodan ... by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson in Mevasseret Zion, Israel .... Read more

Sometimes a concert just seems beshert ... by David Amos in San Diego ....Read more

Thursdays With The Songs of Hal Wingard, z"l ....
See entire selection

#131 -- Passion ... Read and Hear
#132 -- Forever and a Day ... Read and Hear
#154 -- Heartbreak ... Read and Hear




Sports

Chargers' Jewish Forefathers, Part II—Ron Mix and Sid Gillman ... by Joey Seymour in San Diego ... Read more



San Diego Jewish History Read entire selection

Lasker Lodge…Read more
Y.J.C. To Hear Address on Narcotics…Read more
Jewish War Veterans…Read more
Brandeis University Committee to Form San Diego Branch … Read more
Beth Israel Sisterhood … Read more
Hadassah…Read more
City of Hope Aux….Read more
Home for the Aged….Read more
Michael Loring Next On Forum Series. ….Read more



National/International

Israel

For vernacular Arabic speakers, learning literary Arabic as hard as learning new language—researcher ... Read more

Haifa researchers say marijuana may help in PTSD treatment ... Read more

Arab-Israeli dispute

Canada now representing Israeli interests in Venezuela ... Read more

Iran
Demonstrators opposed to dictators clash with police ... Read more

Merkel tells US Congress Iran must not get nuclear weapons ... Read more

Holocaust denier Ramin now Iran's media chief ... Read more

Iran reportedly repressing those who say Holocaust happened ... Read more

Holocaust/ Shoah

MP Wilshire apologizes for likening scandal-plagued politicians to Holocaust victims ... Read more


National/ International Commentary

Let's stop predicting Mideast future and focus on present .... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Weapons ship an example of Iran's regional scheming ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. .... Read more


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Dedications
This issue of San Diego Jewish World has multiple dedications:
—To Ulla Hadar, our Sha'ar Hanegev bureau chief, who celebrated a birthday on November 4.
—In memory of Alice and Marty Harrison, who were married November 5, 1933.
—To Sandi Masori, who celebrates her birthday on Nov. 7
—To Tibi Zohar, who celebrates his birthday on Nov. 7





Tuesday-Wednesday, November 3-4, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 202)


Win Free books

In cooperation with Sunbelt Publications,  San Diego Jewish World is giving away free books to winners of its contests on San Diego Jewish history.  If you answer our questions right, you’ll get a gift certificate from Sunbelt Publications for $25.  This may be used to pay for both a book and shipping, or, in the case of higher priced items, may be put toward the cost of purchase.  To see the books offered by Sunbelt, please click here.

The first test, open to people who have not won previous contests, requires you to send to SDJW editor Donald H. Harrison at editor@sandiegojewishworld.com the answer to the following question:

This linked directory lists public schools, charter schools and education centers in the City of San Diego. Some are named after people who were members of the Jewish community.   Name any  two that were named for Jews.

We will award books to the first four winners,  Watch for winners' names to be posted above this space.


 
San Diego & California

Julie Bronstein's role grows in Jewish Community Foundation ... Read more

Donor groups to hear local needs of the hungry .. Read more

Congregation Beth Am plans busy weekend Nov. 14-15 ... Read more



Arts

John Menier's documentary on Orchestra Nova portrays exuberance, commitment and innovation ... by Eileen Wingard in San Diego ... Read more



Lifestyles

Some methods for bettering your test scores ... book review by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego.... Read more



San Diego Jewish History
From Southwestern Jewish Press, Nov. 27, 1953:
(see entire column)

Double Talk ... by Janet and Susan Solof ... Read more
Pi Alpha Lambda ... by Reitha Stokes... Read more
Birdie Stodel B.B.’s Plan Active Month .. Read more
Y.J.C.C. Plan New Year’s Dinner Dance ... Read more
Zoo head toasted ... Read more
Letter to the Editor (from Chaplain Nathan Estersohn) .. Read more
B.B. Hi-Jinks Sunday Night November 29th ... Read more
Cradle ... Read more
Personals.... Read more
Segal-Weitzman Betrothal Announced ... Read more
Council of Jewish Women ... Read more
Classified ... Read more
Calendar ... Read more
Chanuko Square Dance Set By Pioneer Women ... Read more



National/International

University of Haifa sponsors biotech company in Carmel area ... Read more

Estimated 100,000 Jews gather on yahrzeit of Matriarch Rachel ... Read more

Conference of Presidents lauds House resolution opposing Goldstone Report at U.N ... Read more

University in Norway ponders academic boycott of Israel ... Read more

Bahrain legislation proposes jail for contacts with Israelis ... Read more

Iraq drops requirement that trade fair attendees boycott Israel ... Read more

Hillary Clinton's Middle East trip
Nov. 1--Israel's 'no new starts' offer unprecedented — Clinton .. Read more
Nov. 2 -- Clinton defends her praise of Israel's offer on settlements ... Read more


National/ International Commentary

Another glitch in America's Middle East diplomacy ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Arabs give Obama no help in peacemaking efforts ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more


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Sunday-Monday, November 1-2, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 201)



San Diego & California

Sanctuary -- A mitzvah disaster ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego ... Read more

Hand Up event inspires local teens ... Read more

Wayne and Filner to participate in diverse public events in S.D.... Read more

Poizner says 8 arrested in 'staged automobile collision ring' ... Read more

'Graduation ceremony' for those successfully completing parole ... Read more

SDJA at AIPAC ... Read more

Motive unclear in wounding of two at L.A. synagogue ... Read more

Judaism

American Jews disappointing Patriarch Abraham ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal .... Read more
A blue ribbon of recognition ... and of life ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman ... Read more



Arts

The Lion King still dazzles audiences .... by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more

San Diego Jewish Book Fair
Breaking bagels with a business entrepreneur ... book review by Gary Shaw in San Diego ... Read more

Why bother? To avoid repeating history ... book review by Gary Shaw in San Diego ... Read more

I'm Still Here... Memoirs of Laura Simon, 103 ... Read entire selection

Baha’i Temple ... Read more
Boulder, Colorado ... Read more
Breadloaf ... Read more
Willie Ley ... Read more
Baby Doe Tabor ... Read more



Sports


Chargers' Jewish Forefathers: Ron Mix and Sid Gillman, Part I ... by Joey Seymour in San Diego ... Read more


San Diego Jewish History
From Southwestern Jewish Press, Nov. 27, 1953:
(see entire column)

Beth Israel Bldg. Fund Reaches Two-Thirds of $103,000 Goal ... Read more

Beth Jacob Dedicates Synagogue and Holy Ark Sunday, Dec. 6th ... Read more

Mayor, Commandant Help Celebrate 20th Year of Fund Sunday, Dec. 13th.... Read more

Jewish Center Elects New Board Members ... Read more

Something To Be Proud Of (Editorial)... Read more



National/International

Israel

Knesset puts aside bill declaring United Jerusalem to be the capital of the entire Jewish people ... Read more

Israel rejects UN allegations of illegal diamond purchases ... Read more

Holocaust/ Shoah

Heinrich Boere, former SS death squad member, on trial in Germany ... Read more

Jean-Francois Bergier, investigator of Swiss role in Holocaust dies ... Read more

Iran

Senate Banking Committee approves Dodd's Iran sanctions ... Read more

Jewish 'Conference of Presidents' lauds Senate Banking, House Foreign Affairs Committee votes ... Read more

Ayatollah warns against questioning election results ... Read more

Arab-Israeli conflict

Lebanon tells U.N. that Israel is gearing up to attack ... Read more

U.S. Domestic

President Obama, on signing hate crimes bill, declares that 'bells of freedom ring out a little louder' ... Read more

ADL's Foxman calls hate crimes law "a great day for America' ... Read more

Hate crimes bill 'shining example of what can be achieved '—NCJW ... Read more

ADL reports 12% of Americans prejudiced against Jews ... Read more

Shonda File

Saferstein pleads guilty in $75 million telemarketing fraud ... Read more


National/ International Commentary

Israel uncooperative with those who wish its annihilation... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more


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Dedication

We dedicate today's issue to Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort of Chabad of La Costa with happy birthday wishes for November 2.




Thursday-Saturday, October 29-31, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 200)



San Diego & California

Jewish Family Service in Thanksgiving Run for the Hungry ... Read more

Camp Mountain Chai to set up for a night in Balboa Park ... Read more

Golf company executive to address Hillel at Chapman ... Read more

Free seminars for job-seekers Nov. 3, 10, 17, San Marcos Library ... Read more


Arts
San Diego Book Jewish Book Fair may provide you with mirror into your own life, beliefs and problems ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in La Jolla, California .... Read more

A disc for an intimate evening, or perhaps for frisbee ... by David Amos in San Diego ... Read more

Three talented Israeli musicians to perform Nov. 1 in L.J. ... by Eileen Wingard in La Jolla, California ... Read more

Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard, z"l See entire selection

#294—Flight
#287—Space
#38 — From Outer Spaces



San Diego Jewish History
From Southwestern Jewish Press, Nov. 13, 1953:
(see entire column)

Souvenir Programs (Editorial) ... Read more
Dollar Diplomacy (Editorial) ... Read more
New Manager At KFMB ... Read more
Letter to the Editor ... Read more
Welfare Federation Outlines Program ... Read more
Jewish War Veterans ... Read more
Jewish War Veterans Auxiliary No. 185 ... Read more
Beth Jacob Has Chanukah Gifts ... Read more
Deceased {Simon Prager, Benjamin Lubin) ... Read more
Cottage of Israel ... Read more
B’nai B’rith Offers Unique Resolution On Policy ... Read more
Young Jewish Couples Club Ready for Holiday ... Read moreMembership Luncheon Planned By B’nai B’rith ... Read moreOfficers Installed by Poale Zion Group ... Read more
Double Talk ... by Janet and Susan Solof ... Read more
Jewish Center News .... Read more
Pioneer Women Hold Rummage Shower ... Read more
J.W.B. Conference To Be Held Here ... Read more
Pioneer Women ... Read more
City of Hope ... Read more
Home for Aged Begins Drive for New Bldg. ... Read more
Lasker Lodge by Jack Lowenbein ... Read more
United Jewish Fund Nominations Notice ... View ad
George Jessel dinner ... View ad


National/International

Holocaust/Shoah
Bishop Williamson fined for Holocaust denial ... Read more

Gathering of Holocaust Survivors cautions Vaticans on talks with Society of St. Pius X ... Read more

French court fines anti-Semitic stand-up comic Dieudonné ... Read more

Holocaust survivors more prone to cancer than the rest of population ... Read more

Israel banks begin transferring assets to Holocaust fund ... Read more

International Terrorism
U.S. State Department again designates Al-Qa'ida in Islamic Mahgreb as terrorist group ... Read more

Justice Dept. arrests two in alleged plot against Danish newspaper .. Read more


Israel Domestic News

Jewish Agency holds orientation center for new cadre of leaders .. Read more

University of Haifa inaugurates Hatter Student building ... Read more

Israel Air Force General Shkedi named as El Al's new president ... Read more

Arab-Israel Conflict

Syria accuses Israel of seeking to destroy Al-Aqsa Mosque ... Read more

U.N. General Assembly takes up Goldstone Report Nov. 4 ... Read more

Israel rejects claims it withholds water from the Palestinians ... Read more

Israel protests Lebanese rockets ... Read more

Americans more sympathetic to Israelis than Palestinians, according to ADL poll ... Read more

Iran

Iran says it can have a nuclear program because Israel has nuclear weapons ... Read more

U.S. Domestic News

Republican Jewish Coalition says Hagel wrong pick for Obama's intelligence panel... Read more

American universities increasingly intolerant of Jews, Israel—IJCR ... Read more

NJDC lauds President Obama for signing hate crimes bill ... Read more



National/ International Commentary

Obama's premature declarations on Mideast peace now a source of embarassment for his administration ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more

'Action or deliberation?' is eternal question in world affairs ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

U.N. looks other way as Hezbollah prepares for a new war ... by Jonathan Spyer in Herzliya, Israel .... Read more


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Tuesday-Wednesday, October 27-28, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 199)



San Diego & California

Top Israeli teacher demonstrates winning style in S.D. ... by Marcia Tatz Wollner in San Diego ... Read more

P.C. Guardians at the doors of UC Berkeley ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem .... Read more

Teens say Noah measured, but didn't measure up ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more

Anne Frank's 80th birthday to be remembered at SD Jewish Book Fair at Lawrence Family JCC ... Read more

Jewish license plate .... View image

Beth Jacob Congregation has nearby home to rent ... Read more

DA Dumanis notifies defense bar of errors in toxicology tests ... Read more



Arts

A Serious Man is a cinematic encomium to being Jewish ... by Arnold Flick in La Jolla, California.... Read more

Valentine's Day comes early at North Coast Rep ... by Carol Davis in Solana Beach, California ... Read more



San Diego Jewish History

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History ... roundup by Gail Umeham ... Read entire column

George Jessel to highlight Eve. For Temple Beth Israel ... Read more
Jewish Center Set For Annual Meeting ... Read more
Lasker Lodge Dinner Dance This Sunday ... Read more
Annual Fund Dinner To Honor Founders ... Read more=
Personals ... Read more
Cradle ... Read more
Jolly 16 Dinner-Dance Sunday, November 22 ... Read more
National Speaker For Hadassah Nov. 18 ... Read more
Temple Beth Israel Sisterhood ... Read more
Classified ... Read more
Calendar ... Read more
Speech Arts Studio Offers New Classes ... Read more
Resort Hosts Members Of Car Club ... Read more




National/International

Netanyahu: Israel investigated 26 allegations in Goldstone report ... Read more

Kouchner predicts Israel will bomb Iran if no nuke deal ... Read more

Turkey's Erdogan calls Ahmadinejad a 'good friend' ... Read more

Haifa professor says Israel not immune from tsunamis .... Read more


The Jews Down Under ... Roundup of Australian Jewish News by Garry Fabian ... Read full column

Australians 'don't trust Iran,'poll by Lowy Institute finds ... Read more

Workshop for rabbis on domestic violence issues ... Read more

Mainstream newspaper apology to Jewish community ... Read more

Victorian Opposition Party supports hate crime legislation ... Read more

Australia's has its own Jewish gangster novel ... Read more

Don Lane dead at 75 ... Read more

Chabad Rabbis praise local community ... Read more

Race hate book in New South Wales schools ... Read more

Jewish soccer veterans show grit at Masters Games... Read more

Government discussing new code of conduct at sports events ... Read more



National/ International Commentary

In honor of the Germans who honor Jews .... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego .... Read more

Moderation seemingly a rarity in the Holy Land ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Human Rights Watch, B'Tselem and Israel ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida .... Read more


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Sunday-Monday, October 25-26, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 198)


San Diego & California

San Diego Jewish Profile: Jean Gaylis: Jewish community builder from South Africa ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more

T.E.A.M takes offices at United Jewish Federation building ... Read more


Arts

Frozen ... chills to the bones .... by Carol Davis in San Diego... Read more


Judaism

Better the dove than the raven to usher in new era ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego .... Read more

Celebrating Shabbat - Bring a happy face ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego ... Read more


Lifestyles

Some common problems of grandchildren ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California .... Read more



National/International

Atty. Gen. Holder outlines U.S.' counter-terror process ... Read more

Stolen therapy goats, other animals, replaced ... Read more

Are politics more important to Egyptians than cancer cure? ... Read more

Alleged Nazi war criminal Charles Zentai jailed in Perth ... Read more

Jewish Democrats applaud passage of hate crime bill ... Read more

'Gathering' favors ban on gratuitous references to Shoah; denier' shunned in Mississippi ... Read more

OPIC seeks investment proposals from Muslim countries ... Read more




National/ International Commentary

U.S. turning its back on the genocide in Darfur ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. .... Read more


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Thursday-Saturday, October 22-24, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 197)


San Diego & California

Rabbi Kushner: When you fear, let God help ... by Gail Feinstein Forman in Cardiff by the Sea, California ... Read more

My disasters with U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein ... by Larry Gorfine in San Diego ... Read more

Jewish Family Service tells ways it can help in this economy ... Read more

Jewish license plate ... View photo

Rabbi Elliot Dorf to speak at SDSU ... Read more

Klezmer clarinetists to perform ... Read more

David Strom to review My Righteous Gentile today ... Read more

Thanksgiving Trot to raise funds for SDJA, JFS Hands-Up Pantry ... Read more

Kids Day Sales Force ... Read more

JITLI applications from 11th graders now being accepted ... Read more


Arts

Composers must know which instruments to utilize ... by David Amos in San Diego ... Read more

Dance of Love ... a poem by Sara Appel-Lennon ... Read more

Nine Parts Desire, one part confusion .. by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more

J*Company’s production of South Pacific terrific! ... by Eileen Wingard in La Jolla, California ... Read more

Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard, z"l See entire selection

#56, Leaves of Amber, Leaves of Brown Read and Hear
#158, The Colors of Love Read and Hear
#192, It's A Great Day (I, II) Read and Hear


Sports

Maccabi Tel Aviv loses to Los Angeles Clippers after unexplained suicide of former manager Moni Fanan ... by Joey Seymour in Los Angeles .... Read more




National/International

Kasztner is the controversial figure in a new movie; but, for me, he is one reason I am even alive today ... by Jeanette Friedman in New Milford, New Jersey ... Read more

Ambassador Susan Rice calls for immediate Mideast negotiations without preconditons ... Read more

Human Rights Watch founder blasts group's' anti-Israel bias ... Read more

Kouchner, denied Gaza visa, postpones Israel visit ... Read more

360-degree view of Kotel plaza ... Go to link



National/ International Commentary

Supposed Middle East change is illusory... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more

J-Street follows some familiar Jewish avenues... by Ira Sharkansky... Read more

Congress discriminated against Buddhists in Mojave case ... by Bruce Ticker in Philadelphia ... Read more

On the matter of our Jewish pennies and dollars ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more


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Dedications

Today's issue is dedicated with Oct. 22 happy birthday wishes to Audrey Jacobs, marketing director of Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School, and Oct. 23 birthday congratulations to Eytan Argavani, 19-year-old Israeli seaman and grandson of our theatre reviewer Carol Davis.



Inside SDJW/ Staff Box


AUTHOR AND REPORTER—Rabbi Harold Kushner and Gail Feinstein Forman, holding the rabbi's book, have a moment together following his San Diego Jewish Book Fair speech.



Tuesday-Wednesday, October 20-21, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 196)


This contest is still open
Win free tickets to Oceanside
Museum of Art exhibitions

We are giving away four pairs of tickets to the Oceanside Museum of Art which is continuing its exhibiton of the Fabric of Survival (see ad next column). To win: send the answer to the following question to editor@sandiegojewishworld.com,

Morris Casuto is the regional director of the Anti-Defamation League in San Diego. Here are eight other top executives of local Jewish organizations. Decide which executives head the following agencies and send us the corrected list of eight. The first four people to answer correctly will win. Previous winners may compete but have secondary priority to new winners.

Match names to the right groups

Rabbi Lisa Goldstein

Jill Borg Spitzer

Alan Rusonik

Michael Cohen

Rabbi Simcha Weiser

Steve Morris

Rabbi Philip Graubart

Larry Acheatel


United Jewish Federation

Agency for Jewish Education

Jewish Family Service

Hillel of San Diego

Jewish Community Center

Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School

San Diego Jewish Academy

Congregation Beth El; SDRA





San Diego & California

Block hearing tonight on SDSU student admissions ... Read more

Mayor Sanders to address Beth Israel Men's Club Oct. 21 ... Read more

IDF musical ensemble to perform Dec. 13 at Congregation Beth Am ... Read more

How you and JFS can share holidays with less fortunate ... Read more

Obituary: Raymond Federman, 81, Holocaust survivor and author ... Read more


Arts

Jewish empathy for those overcoming obstacles characterizes sketches of five San Diego athletes ... by Donald H. Harrison .... Read more

Only 45 Minutes from Broadway likely to get even closer ... by Cynthia Citron in Santa Monica, California ... Read more




National/International

Sting nets former U.S. scientist 'selling' secrets to Israel ... Read more

Singer dropped by Yankees after allegedly slurring Jews ... Read more

Iran threatens to enrich uranium if deal not reached ... Read more

Hitler billboard promoting wax museum covered after protests ... Read more

The governor, the doctor ... Read more

Violent spouses often calculate the penalties for their actions, Haifa University professor finds ... Read more

The Jews Down Under ... roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian... Read entire column

No change likely to Jewish ritual slaughter ... Read more

Local Council to investigate racist daubings ... Read more

Former Australian prime minister weighs into Hamas debate ... Read more

Sir Zelman Cowen Honoured ... Read more

New era dawns for student body ... Read more

Indigenous group reports on Israel trip ... Read more

Masada College safe and sound ... Read more

An ambassadorial visit ... Read more

Top award tops off stellar soccer season ... Read more



International Commentary

UN Human Rights Council vote to endorse Goldstone Report is death blow to Middle East peace process ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more

Some obvious flaws of the Goldstone Report ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem .... Read more

So what difference does UNHRC vote really make ... by Shoshana Bryen in San Diego ... Read more

Saudi overtures to Syria unlikely to harvest much ... by Jonathan Spyer in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more


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Dedications
We dedicate this issue to longtime California journalist Bill Boyarsky, whose birthday is October 21. If you'd like to dedicate an issue of San Diego Jewish World to a loved one, for a simcha, or a memorial, contact advertising@sandiegojewishworld.com




Sunday-Monday, October 18-19, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 195)


Win free tickets to Oceanside Museum of Art's Shoah exhibit

We are giving away four pairs of tickets to the Oceanside Museum of Art which is continuing its exhibiton of the Fabric of Survival (see ad next column). To win: send the answer to the following question to editor@sandiegojewishworld.com,

Morris Casuto is the regional director of the Anti-Defamation League in San Diego. Here are eight other top executives of local Jewish organizations. Decide which executives head the following agencies and send us the corrected list of eight. The first four people to answer correctly will win. Previous winners may compete but have secondary priority to new winners.

Match names to the right groups

Rabbi Lisa Goldstein

Jill Borg Spitzer

Alan Rusonik

Michael Cohen

Rabbi Simcha Weiser

Steve Morris

Rabbi Philip Graubart

Larry Acheatel


United Jewish Federation

Agency for Jewish Education

Jewish Family Service

Hillel of San Diego

Jewish Community Center

Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School

San Diego Jewish Academy

Congregation Beth El; SDRA





San Diego & California

Jewish community takes WBA hate foray in stride ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego.... Read more

Do Holocaust images disrespect our Jewish dead ... by Gerry Greber in Oceanside, California ... Read more

Jewish, Catholic students to experience each other's prayers ... Read more

JFS annual report focuses on response to faltering economy ... Read more

Tarbuton tells upcoming Hebrew language programs ... Read more

Downtown San Diego Library hosts exhibit on Helen Suzman ... Read more


Arts

Long Story Short shows how to make marriages work ... by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more

'Naming names' makes one ponder The Value of Names ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles ... Read more

I'm Still Here ... autobiography of Laura Simon, 103
Read this week's selections

Uncle Abner ... Read more

Great Depression ... Read more

My Mother’s Funeral ... Read more

Coping ... Read more

My Cousin Benny ... Read more

Battling Chicago Snow ... Read more


Lifestyles

The little brown friend on the window sill... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego ... Read more


National/International


Maskiot is site of Gush Katif settlers' date with destiny ... by Judy Lash Balint in Maskiot, Israel... Read more

Founder describes Book-for-Zimbabwe project ... by Relly Coleman in Westport, Connecticut .... Read more

Iran sanctions bill clears U.S. House of Representatives ... Read more

European leaders pledge to fight anti-Semitism ... Read more

Israelis in India believed at risk ... Read more

Hezbollah is caching weapons in civilian homes, Israel reports ... Read more

Elections will be held Jan. 10 unless Hamas reconciles—Abbas ... Read more

Republican Jewish Coalition adds Norm Coleman to board ... Read more




International Commentary

In the Diaspora, there's troubling news about Israel ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Toronto, Canada ... Read more

'Goldstone' prompts bashing of Israel, but not of Hamas ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem .... Read more

Fight terrorists or countries that sponsor them? ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more


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Dedications
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Thursday-Saturday, October 15-17, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 194)

San Diego & California

State education crisis now preoccupies Assemblyman ... by Donald H. Harrison ... Read more

JFS outlines ways it is supporting cancer victims ... Read more

Deborah Hertz featured AJE speaker Oct 21 ... Read more

Jewish License Plate ... Read more

Author Joey Seymour debuts San Diego's Finest Athletes this Friday and Saturday ... Read more

SD Jews heading for L.A. Oct 20 for exhibition basketball between Clippers and Maccabi Tel Aviv ... Read more

Emerald hails actions on redevelopment, homeless ... Read more

Obituary: Richard Levin, 93, American Jewish Committee stalwart ... Read more


Arts

Don't let this Parade pass you by ... by Carol Davis in Los Angeles ... Read more

The evolution of band music from 'light' to 'serious' ... by David Amos in San Diego ... Read more

San Diego Jewish Book Fair

The prose of Anne Frank; the Anne Frank of Prose ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego .... Read more

Hitler's Jewish soldiers thought they were Christians ... by David Strom in San Diego ... Read more



Lifestyles

Sandwiches from around the world enliven lunches .. by Ethel Hofman in Merion Station, Pennsylvania ... Read more

Jewish Gyros (Greek)... Read more

Pan Bagna (South of France) ... Read more

Gazpacho in a Pocket ... Read more

Chivito (Uraguay) ... Read more

Vietnamese Bahn Mi ... Read more


National/International

Simple email inquiries can reunite Holocaust survivors ... by Jeanette Friedman in Brooklyn, N.Y. ... Read more

Alabania might have been a refuge for pre-Israel Zionists ... by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson in Mevasseret Zion, Israel ... Read more



International Commentary

NATO exercise cancellation = Turkey romancing Iran ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. ... Read more

Wexler quitting Congress to head Center for Middle East Peace ... Read more

Not yet time for more Iran sanctions--Hillary Clinton ... Read more

Allow death penalty for neo-Nazi killer, U.S. Supreme Court is urged ... Read more

Prevent Holocaust denier from using Jackson City Hall to give his speech, Survivors demand ... Read more


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Dedications
This issue is dedicated to Shimon Camiel with happy birthday wishes October 17 to from his Aunt Gert and from all of us at San Diego Jewish World. If you'd like to dedicate an issue of San Diego Jewish World to a loved one, for a simcha, or a memorial, contact advertising@sandiegojewishworld.com


Inside SDJW/ Staff Box


OFF-STAGE—Our reviewer Carol Davis poses with actor Christian Hoff, who portrays the prosecutor of Leo Frank in Parade, now playing at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles




Tuesday-Wednesday, October 13-14, 2009

San Diego & California

Jewish community ready for Westboro picketing... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ....
Read more

Israel consul calls education "oil well of Israel" ... by Marcia Tatz Wollner in San Diego ... Read more

Generosity, not superiority, key to world peace—Lerner ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego ... Read more


ZOA presses its case against UC Irvine's Muslim Student Union ... Read more

Judaism and physical education to be subject of Nov. 13 lecture ... Read more


Arts

Leo Frank tragedy set to music in Parade ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles ... Read more


San Diego Jewish Book Fair
A conversation about fear with Rabbi Harold Kushner ... by Yvonne Greenberg in San Diego ... Read more



Sports

Five Jewish players skating in National Hockey League .. by Joey Seymour in San Diego ... Read more



National/International

Kulanu, monitor of far-flung Jewish communities, arranges a shidduch between USAID, Uganda coffee ... by Ben Corey-Moran in Ft. Bragg, California ... Read more

Turkey asks Israel to withdraw from NATO drill, event cancelled ... Read more

Abbas reverses course on Goldstone report ... Read more

Egyptian journalist may be tossed from union for meeting with Israel's ambassador ... Read more

Gathering of Survivors lauds Czech government for prosecuting vandals of Holocaust sites ... Read more

Dunst to be first of four Holocaust survivors in UCSD lecture series ... Read more

The Jews Down Under ... Roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian .... Read entire column

B'nai B'rith Australia/ New Zealand sponsors appeal for Tonga/Samoa tsunami victims ... Read more

Jewish Community combatting family violence ... Read more

Jewish community digs deep for disaster relief ... Read more

Community urged to continue to highlight Shalit's captivity ... Read more

Zentai one step closer to extradition ... Read more

No 'Use-by date' for evil; - a reflection ... Read more

Youth moving Zionism ... Read more

Leading newspaper editor responds to community concern ... Read more



International Commentary

Nobel Prize winners on the left and right of Israeli politics ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Is Israel at war with the Palestinian people? ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida .... Read more



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Sunday-Monday, October 11-12, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 192)


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San Diego & California

Jew-by-choice is proud dad of Reform rabbi ... by Fred Reiss in Murrieta, California ... Read more

Jewish Community Foundation panelists told their joy of giving ... Read more

JFS schedules Nov. 15 adoption workshops at Turk Center ... Read more

Emerald tells objections to San Carlos homeless shelter and to downtown parking plan ... Read more

Dumanis announces arrests in identify fraud case ... Read more

Jerry Seinfeld adds a date to his San Diego stand-up comedy tour ... Read more

New Book: San Diego's Finest Athletes by Joey Seymour ... Read more

Richard Dreyfuss, Bonnie Dumanis join Oct. 12 reading of The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later ... Read more

Norman Krieger to perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 and Moonlight Sonata ... Read more

SDSU sets Nov. 4 Klezmer concert ... Read more


Arts

Sammy …He did it his way ... by Carol Davis in San Diego .... Read more

Museum visit, Sammy production recall Davis-Nixon hug ... by Donald H. Harrison in Yorba Linda, California ... Read more

San Diego Jewish Book Fair

Diamant's writing sparkles in Day After Night ... by Laurel Corona in San Diego ... Read more

CNN interviewer Larry King to tell his own story Nov. 8 ... Read more

Family Day Nov 8 to be 3-ring circus of Jewish culture ... Read more



Judaism

Fraternity party proved to be a blessing in disguise ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal ... Read more



Lifestyles

What to do in Heaven – that's the problem ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego ... Read more


Chefs will have a 'grill off' at the Prado
... by Lynne Thrope in San Diego ... Read more



National/International

Much to his surprise, Obama wins Nobel Peace Prize ... Texts of announcement and reactions ... Read more

El Paso rabbi calls for Tisha B'Av commemorations of the Spanish expulsion and the return of the Anousim ... from Karen Primack in Silver Spring, Maryland ... Read more

Jewish journey in Spain led author to write a history ... by Dolores Sloan in Santa Monica, California .... Read more

Israeli reservists share life stories with StandWithUs ... by Sue Ann Sheck in Rancho Santa Fe, California ... Read more

Australia's Federal Court rules Zentai can be deported ... Read more

Austria like Germany forgives those who deserted Nazi armies ... Read more

American Jewish Congress applauds Security Council decision on Goldstone Report ... Read more

Federal grand hury indicts Smadi on charges of attempting to bomb Dallas skyscraper last Sept. 24 ... Read more

Muslims 23% of world population ... Read more



International Commentary

Democrats' mistaken drive for Afghanistan withdrawal ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego... Read more

Recognizing Taliban would be unworthy of America ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. ... Read more

Three columns by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem

Oct. 8: Succoth often heightens Temple Mount controversy ... Read more

Oct. 9: Will Obama's Nobel Prize further heighten expectations? ... Read more

Oct. 10: Obama arouses passionate loyalty, extremist opposition ... Read more


Dedications
Today's issue is dedicated to Olga Worm with happy birthday wishes for October 12. If you'd like to dedicate an issue of San Diego Jewish World to a loved one, for a simcha, or a memorial, contact advertising@sandiegojewishworld.com



Thursday-Saturday, October 8-10, 2009


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San Diego & California
A thousand San Diegans salute ex-sheriff, the mensch ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego ... Read more

Kolender, Smith retirements mark end of an era ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego.... Read more

Mi Shebeirach tapestry: a shelter for the soul ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego ... Read more

ZOA wants U.S. Justice Dept investigation of U.C. Irvine ... Read more

Rubenstein family offers scholarships for S.D. Jews ... Read more

Jewish license plate ... View photo

Hate group will picket 29 sites in San Diego, ADL cautions ... Read more



Arts

Jewish melodies influenced classical music and vice versa .. by David Amos in San Diego... Read more

Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard, Z"l Read and hear today's selections

#134 Pain ... Read and hear
#141 Pain Only Vaguely Remembered ... Read and hear
#206 The Oakland Fire ... Read and hear

Savannah Disputation: After the missionary comes inside ... by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more



Sports
Holy Land Hardball traces Israel's first baseball league ... by Joey Seymour in San Diego ... Read more



International
Gaza evictees lay cornerstone of new town ... by Judy Lash Balint in Bnei Dekalim ... Read more

State Department tells its opposition to Security Council hearing on Goldstone report ... Read more

Warsaw ghetto fighter Marek Edelman dies ... Read more

United Nations will teach in Gaza schools about the Holocaust
.. Read more

Ya'alon, fearing arrest, cancels trip to Britain ... Read more

Sanctions sought against firms providing Iran with oil ... Read more

Stand With Us tells its 'concerns' about J-Street ... Read more


International Commentary

Scorecard shows U.S. actions have favored Arabs, not Israel ... by Arnold Flick, M.D. in San Diego ... Read more

Are we on the eve of the Third Intifada? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Palestinians goading each other to violence ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Inside SDJW/ Staff Box

We regret to inform you of the passing of Mrs. Selma Lederman, a"h, mother of Rabbi Baruch Lederman. Since the funeral took place during Succos, the rules of shiva are different. Usually the shiva begins right after the burial. In honor of the festive holiday, the observance of shiva is deferred till after the end of Simchas Torah. Therefore, shiva will commence
7:03pm Sunday night October 11, 2009 at the Lederman home:
14133 Via Alisal, San Diego, CA 92128. Maariv Sunday night: 7:30pm; Shacharis Monday-Friday: 7:00am; Mincha/Maariv Monday - Thursday: 6:05pm; and Mincha Friday: 5pm

Tuesday-Wednesday, October 6-7, 2009


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San Diego & California

News and Local Commentary
A Holocaust museum in San Diego? Zach Kucinski, 13, to preview what's possible at San Diego Jewish Book Fair … by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego …. Read more

Three themes announced for this year's San Diego Jewish Book Fair: Holocaust, Middle East and spiritual growth ... Read more

Orthodox community schedules a Sukkot celebration Thursday ... Read more

Health fair and hoedown Nov 6 at JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center … Read more

JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center tells November activities …Read more

Rabbi Dosick debuts Journeys Into Heart, Mind and Soul on the Internet ... Read more


International

The Jews Down Under... Roundup of Australian Jewish News by Garry Fabian ... Read entire column

Australian Jews protest 'Hate Thy Neighbour' TV production … Read more

Daylight saving dilemma for orthodox observance … Read more

Kashrut supervision to be streamlined … Read more

Museum's gift on Sir Zelman's birthday … Read more

Gremlins still haunting automatic pedestrian lights … Read more

Rosen back with Maccabi … Read more



International Commentary

Seems like Iran has hoodwinked the world again ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more

The politics of U.S. Senate inspection trips ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. .... Read more


Sunday-Monday, October 4-5, 2009 (Vol.3, No. 189)



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San Diego & California

News and Local Commentary

San Diego Jewish Profile: Rabbi Philip Graubart: a post-denominational leader ... by Donald H. Harrison in La Jolla, California ... Read more

Dry Bones cartoonist Kirschen at Chabad University City ... Read more

Camp Mountain Chai director also helps run camp for children of
9-11 victims ... Read more

Dumanis honored at Domestic Violence Council rally ... Read more

Old Globe Theatre posts video clips of Sammy, musical based on life of Sammy Davis Jr. ... Read more

Strom seeks information on E. European sports ... Read more

ADL to screen movie on Leo Frank case Oct. 15 ... Read more

Klein again tabbed for Arts & Culture Commission .. Read more

Tifereth Israel has Texas Hold 'em and Bunco fundraiser scheduled for October 15 ... Read more

JFS explores senior housing options Nov. 1 ... Read more



Judaism

Sukkot rejoicing welcome after solemnity of Yom Kippur ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego ... Read more


Sixteen ways to know it's Sukkot in Jerusalem ... by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem ... Read more


The Arts

Dramatizing jazz's 9 to 5 lifestyle -- p.m. to a.m., that is ... play review by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more

Play probes sexual slavery in Liberian wars ... by Carol Davis in San Diego... Read more

Reaching for the very essence of music ... by David Amos in San Diego ... Read more

San Diego Jewish Book Fair

Inspirational writers on tap at Temple Solel and JCC ... Read more

Authors dissect some American myths about the Mideast ... book review by Norman Manson in San Diego ... Read more

The 'father' of our country? Why it's Moses! ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego ... Read more

Book serialization: I'm Still Here ... by Laura Simon, 103. Read entire selection

Rashi ... Read more

My Father At The Window ... Read more

Seeds: Reliving Childhood Memory ... Read more

The Ghost ... Read more


Lifestyles

Charm—who's got it, how can you get it? ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California ... Read more


International

Obama: Iran must show its commitment to nuclear peace ... Text of his statement ... Read more

Former Argentine President Menem accused of covering up AMIA bombing evidence ... Read more

Tel Aviv and New York City to enjoy real time television hook up ... Read more

UCI turns question of possible terrorist fundraising by student group over to law enforcement ... Read more

NJDC confers Hubert Humphrey Award on MPAA's Dan Glickman ... Read more




International Commentary

Israel and U.S. must both be wary of its extremists ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

U.S. health care debate fueld by extremism ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Is Ahmadinejad a Muslim converted from Judaism? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more


Dedications

To dedicate an issue of San Diego Jewish World to a loved one, for a simcha, or a memorial, please contact Nancy Harrison at advertising@sandiegojewishworld.com




Thursday-Saturday, October 1-3, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 188)

Win free passes to fabric of survival exhibit at Oceanside Museum of Art

We will give to each of the first three persons who answer these questions correctly a pair of adult admission tickets to the "Fabric of Survival" exhibit featuring the embroidery of Esther Niesenthal Krinitz. To win, write the answers to the following two questions, along with your name, email, postal address, telephone and send them to editor@sandiegojewishworld.com

1) Click on the "Fabric of Survival" ad to the right. Another exhibition is at the museum. It is Greg Jabs' interpretation of a certain kind of dream. What kind? _____________'

2) Please tell which of these congregations is the oldest, second oldest and third oldest in San Diego: Tifereth Israel, Beth Jacob, Beth Israel. 1) ___________, 2)_________ 3)_________.

Good luck!


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San Diego & California

News and Local Commentary

Rabbi pleads for political, religious civility; discusses President's call to rabbis; Christians United for Israel .... Text of Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal's sermon ....Read more

Entrepreneurs rally to help newly paralyzed friend ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego .... Read more

Sheriff's Museum, not Police's, has Kolender's PD badge ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego ... Read more

Emerald urges Schwarzenegger to sign bill to study new CSU campus ... Read more


The Arts

Things We Want ... Who in this play can really say? ... by Carol Davis in San Diego ... Read more

Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard
See entire column

#234, Your Way
#235, The Search
#270, Come Back To Me


Cuisine

Sukkot: Time for crockpot Fall favorites ... by Ethel Hofman in Merion Station, Pennsylvania... Read more


International

Iran tests several missiles capable of reaching Israel ... Read more

Senators want U.S. to block Goldstone Report from reaching U.N. Security Council ... Read more

Netanyahu in New York: World hearing 3 great lies about Israel ... Read more

Gathering of Survivors compliment Polish judge ... Read more

Kiev mayor vetoes Babi Yar hotel ... Read more

Andy Williams singing Exodus .... Read more



International Commentary

Conversations with Dennis Ross... by Jeanette Friedman in New York ... Read more

Tit-for-tat, low-level confrontations in Arab-Israeli arena ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem ... Read more

Goldstone Report disastrous for Middle East peace ... by Barry Rubin ... Read more

Quick impressions of Ramallah and Shechem ... by Judy Lash Balint back in Jerusalem... Read more

Ponzi allegations tarnish Hizbullah claims of purity ... by Jonathan Spyer in Herzliya, Israel ... Read more

What President Obama should tell the Iranians today ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C. ... Read more


Inside SDJW/ Staff Box

Assistant Editor Gail Umeham, visiting Germany, has toured the new Holocaust Museum in Berlin and also has been to Dachau, finding both experiences quite moving.


Dedications

This issue is dedicated to Shlomo Caspi of San Diego, whose birthday is Oct. 1.