San Diego Jewish World 2009 Headlines
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March
March 31, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 76)
INTERNATIONAL
Israel's new government fails to pass over political chametz ... by Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
United Kingdom's three victories against radical Islam ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya. Israel
Remember, Honor, and Teach: San Diego County Holocaust Commemoration to be held April 19th ... by Michael Bart in San Diego
JUDAISM
When you can't get enough of 'Dayenu,' here's that song ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with audio
LIFESTYLES
Perspectives and patience change as a person ages ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
ARTS
Divorce becomes a big song and dance in Hollywood ... by Cynthia Citron in Hollywod, California
Was ancient Romes war with Jerusalem inevitable? ...A book review by Fred Reiss in Winchester, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
December 12,1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
Hadassah Plans New Year’s Party
New Work Published by Dr. A. P. Nasatir
Y.J.C. Plans New Year’s Eve Party
Y.J.C. Club
City of Hope Jr. Aux.
Jolly 16 News
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Lenny Bruce clips, " A thinking man's comedian"
Mel Brooks in "The History of the World" in scene explaining the origin of the Ten Commandments
Susan Cabot in "The Wasp Woman"
Tom Bosley and the rest of the Happy Days cast at 30th reunion celebration.
Bonus:
Sandi Masori of Balloon Utopia teaches 6 balloon hat techniques
Monday, March 30, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 75)
INTERNATIONAL
Power, it seems, goes literally and chemically to one's head ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Florida lawmakers excise 'shylock' as 'loan shark' synonym ... by Danny Bloom in Chiayi City, Taiwan.
Sha'ar Hanegev teacher lectures U.N. on human rights ... by Shomtsion Cohen in Geneva, Switzerland
JUDAISM
The many ways you can tell Pesach is coming to Israel ... by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem
Matzah, Matzah, Matzah ... a children's story for Pesach by Sonia Snyder in San Diego
Perfecting the world by perfecting oneself ... by Michoel Stern in South Fallsburg, New York
LIFESTYLES
Something about this baby shower just wasn't right ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Pakistani Muslim, American Jew offer peace serenade ... by Eileen Wingard in La Jolla, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
December 12,1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
UJF Jumps Gun On Campaign ‘53
Community Currents by Albert Hutler
Beth Israel Sisterhood
Winter Day Camp Sets Dec. 15 for Registration
J.W.V Aux. Get Special Nat’l Award
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Herschel Bernardi in the title role of TV series "Arnie"
Larry Blyden in the title role of "What Makes Sammy Run?"
Lloyd Bochner as Chambers in "To Serve Man" on Twilight Zone
Theodore Bikel in "A Dog of Flanders"
Bonus videos
Yale Strom and Elizabeth Schwartz in joint performance
Salman Ahmad and Junoon in New York's Central Park
Sunday, March 29, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 74)
INTERNATIONAL
Bibi Netanyahu has his slogans and his realities ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
What is it about Israel that has such a special hold on me? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
JUDAISM
Torah eliminates the worry over false prophets ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
The mitzvos are the spiritual wings to lift our lives ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS/ LEISURE
A wife who schemes for a divorce, Garry Marshall style ... by Cynthia Citron in Burbank, California
SPORTS
A bissel sports triva with Bruce Lowitt ... in Oldmar, Florida
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 28, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
Photo: New Citizens Feted AT Joint Dinner-250 In Attendance
New Jewish Books Arrive At Library
Pioneer Women
City of Hope Jr. Aux.
Jewish Center Finds Temporary Home
Board To Be Announced At Annual Meeting Sunday
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Beatrice Arthur in title role of "Maude"
Ed Asner as "Lou Grant"
Lauren Bacall in "To Have and Have Not" with Humphrey Bogart
Shelley Berman as Mr. Hoffer in "Pushing Daisies"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
San Diego Jewish Academy: SDJA hosts Catholic students in joint program to learn about Shoah
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Some Tefillah bonuses at Soille Hebrew Day
Friday-Saturday, March 27-28, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 73)
INTERNATIONAL
The bricks and mortar of Netanyahu's coalition ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Far too much sacrificed to form Netanyahu's government ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
JUDAISM
Rabbi Salkin, tall teller of tales, shares wit at Emanu-El ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ARTS/ LEISURE
Groucho thought him the wickedest wit of the West ... by Cynthia Citron in Pacific Palisades, California
Zina Schiff concert combined artistry with music history ... by David Amos in La Jolla, California
The safety in that 'cocoon of light and sound' on stage ... by Laurel Corona in La Jolla, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 28, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood
Jewish Center News
Slayen Made Major
Council of Jewish Women
Cottage of Israel
Lasker Lodge B.B.
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Ed Ames tosses a tomahawk on the Johnny Carson Show-- wait for the punchline!
Keenan Wynn in "Around the World" with David McCallum and Lloyd Bridges
Sam Wanamaker as father of Goldie Hawn in "Private Benjamin"
Wayne and Shuster in "City Golf"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Change web content to attract readers
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day’s Third Graders Visit Old Town
Thursday, March 26, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 72)
INTERNATIONAL
Did Israel's Labor party trade principles for portfolios? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
The Jews Down Under... a roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
--Mystery of the missing Megillah
--The courage to respond
--Economic downturn puts Rabbi's future in doubt
--Hadassah Australia launches Jerusalem medical conference
--Two years jail for Jewish community leader
--Father and son garner medals
JUDAISM
Animated Torah study... An introduction to Vaykira, the Torah portion for the upcoming Shabbat
ARTS/ LEISURE
Author believes social reformer and pioneer feminist Ernestine Rose's achievements under-appreciated ... by Phoebe Steele Telser in Carlsbad, California
Thursdays with the Songs of Hal Wingard
#11, Lesson Latinium
#186, The Pirate
#269, Hillary's Lament
Lynne Thrope: What's Good to Eat in San Diego?
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 28, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
New Citizens Feted At Joint Dinner—250 in Attendance
University of Judaism Founder’s Day Dinner
Hebrew Home for the Aged
Jewish War Veterans
City of Hope Aux.
Beth Jacob Sisterhood
Daughters of Israel
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Eli Wallach is an observer in a shootout between Clint Eastwood and Lee Van Cleef in "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly"
Mike Wallace interviews Ayn Rand
Phil Silvers in "The Con Man Episode" of Sergeant Bilko
Sylvia Sidney in "Thirty Day Princess" with Cary Grant
Bonus: Vanessa Hidary recites "Hebrew Mamita"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Soille Hebrew Day’s First Grade Class 'Visits' Africa
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 71)
INTERNATIONAL
Demographic trend lines no cause for panic in Israel ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Columnist puts AP Middle East analysis under microscope ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel
Middle East media analyst says news outlets miss mark ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
The Jews Down Under... a roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Jewish misgivings hit mainstream headlines
—Searle's response to The Age's reportage
—Jewish Students form unlikely alliance
—Still no decision despite draft change to Durban II agenda
ARTS
A play re-staking Franklin's claim to a Nobel Prize ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles
What a deli-ghtful time Terkel could have had with dad! ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 28, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
Interfaith Work Told By S.D. Hillel
Camp Whispering Pines To Open Next Summer
Temple Teens
Young Jewish Couples Club
Thanksgiving Service Held Jointly At Tifereth Israel Synagogue
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Dinah Shore sings "See the USA in Your Chevrolet"
Jan Murray hosts "Dollar A Second" quiz show
Lillian Roth sings "Low Down" in movie "Madam Satan"
Luise Rainer as Anna Held in "The Great Zigfield"
Bonus: Teapack at 2007 Eurovision competition
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Levin Visits Soille Hebrew Day’s 3d Grade Class
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 70)
INTERNATIONAL
The reconciliation between Jews and Europeans.... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
... and a comparison to Israeli Jews and Arabs ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Partisanship steering Netanyahu's proposed government ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida
Fighting anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry ... by Congressman Bob Filner in Washington
ARTS
Adding recorded Passover music to enrich your seder ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 28, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press
Community Currents by Albert Hutler
Letters to the Editor from Jack Lubo, Pauline Press, Edith Gates
USO-JWB
“Golden Agers” Hold Chanukah Party
Birdie Stodel B.B.
Jewish Welfare Board
Radio Parts Company
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Danny Kaye performs "The Pellet With the Poison" in "The Court Jester"
David Kossoff as "Carl" in "Indiscreet" with Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman
Hedy Lamarr in "Algiers" with Charles Boyer
Zero Mostel as Max Bialystok in "The Producers" with Gene Wilder
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Living History at Soille Hebrew Day
Monday, March 23, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 69)
INTERNATIONAL
Israelis asking whether Gaza civilians were abused ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Intense history, politics frame an Israeli weekend ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Private families to build homes on kibbutz grounds in new settlement effort in northwest Negev Desert ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Palestinian refugee resettlement key to Middle East peace ... by Isaac Yetiv in La Jolla, California
NATIONAL
Crocodiles,wildebeests, and economic Darwinism ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
JEWISH HISTORY
Western States: A story of Sen. Barry Goldwater's Jewish family... by Dr. Norton B. Stern
San Diego County: Adventures in San Diego Jewish History—November 14, 1952:
Fund Announces 1952 Drive Second Largest in History
Daughters of Israel
Odds and Ends
United Jewish Fund Nineteenth Annual Meeting Set for Dec. 14
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Kitty Carlisle Hart remembered in tribute
Lorne Greene as Ben Cartwright in "Passion for Justice" episode of Bonanza
Paulette Goddard as Loxi Claiborne in "Reap the Wild Wind"
Sid James as King Henry in "Carry on Henry"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Lawrence Family JCC: Lectures on Jewish Composers Next at Festival
Sunday, March 22, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 68)
INTERNATIONAL
The complicated coalition cotillion continues in Israel ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Abbas aide, Hamas agree that Israel has no right to exist ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
JUDAISM
We've left Egypt; let's not enslave ourselves again ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
It's not the gift, but its intent, that's important ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
Surprise! Violinist extraordinaire is excited to meet me? ... by Laurel Corona in San Diego
The sweetness of Willie Wonka Junior's chocolate factory ... by Donald H. Harrison in Thousand Oaks, California
History Boys makes a good case for education ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
Jewish Center Teams Activated; To Begin November 16th
Temple Beth Israel New Members’ Sabbath
Birdie Stodel B.B.
Young Jewish Couples Club
J.W.V., Post No. 185
City of Hope
Temple Sisterhood
Deceased
—Mrs. Charles Baranov
—Mrs. Dorothy Lampert
Beth Jacob Sisterhood
City of Hope Jr Aux.
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
John Garfield and Lana Turner in "The Postman Always Rings Twice"
Kirk Douglas as Vincent Van Gogh in "Lust for Life" (trailer)
Lee J. Cobb as Barak Ben-Canaan in "Exodus" (Trailer)
Red Buttons and Dean Martin do a vaudeville act
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
San Diego Jewish Academy: Jonathan Sussman reads Megillah at San Diego Jewish Academy; boos greet mention of Haman
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Weekly Parsha with Soille Hebrew Day’s Morah Danielle
Friday-Saturday, March 20-21, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 67)
INTERNATIONAL
Vote for Diaspora Jews would be counterproductive ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Can Israel's worldwide image problem be corrected? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
In Ethiopia, they're 'Jews'; in Israel, they're 'Blacks' ... by Laurel Corona in Coronado, California
NATIONAL
Hospital CEO applies Jewish values in recession ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ARTS
A globe-hopping program of pleasing musical fare ...by David Amos in San Diego
Won’t somebody help John Dillinger get out the door? ... by Cynthia Citron in South Pasadena, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
Council of Jewish Women
New U.S.O. Worker to Replace Miss Siegel
Center Group Annual Meeting To Be Held Sunday
Jr. Charity League
“The Dybbuk” Next On Film Series
J.W.V. Auxiliary
Temple Teens
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Jean Pierre Aumont in "The Cross of Lorraine" (trailer)
John Banner as Schultz in Hogan's Heroes. He "knows nothing!"
Martin Balsam in "Twelve Angry Men"
Mel Blanc demonstrates his many famous voices for Johnny Carson
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Is your website search-engine friendly?
Lawrence Family JCC: Violinist Zina Schiff in concert
San Diego Jewish Academy: SDJA college acceptances are rolling in
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Kindergarten studies planets at Soille Hebrew Day
Thursday, March 19, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 66)
INTERNATIONAL
Needs of Russian community key to Lieberman platform... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
NATIONAL
Injured veterans must not be further penalized ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
PASSOVER RECIPE
A Bene Israel Fish Recipe for Passover ... by Nissim Moses in Petah Tiqwa, Israel
Thursdays With The Songs of Hal Wingard:
#262 -- I Am They
#220 -- Staying Young
#203 -- Reflection
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
November 14, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Pioneer Women Hold Western States Conference Here
Jewish Education Association Elects New Leaders
Historic Edition--Chaim Weizmann Dies
"Not Goodbye"
Harriet L. Sosna to Wed Burton H. Nestor in Candlelight Ceremony
YMCA Stages Annual Festival of Nations
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Mason Adams explains how HBO schedules movies:
Natalie Schafer as millionaire's wife on "Gilligan's Island"
Origins of Marx Brothers names
Ritz Brothers Comedy
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew School: Science Exploratorium at Soille Hebrew Day
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 65)
INTERNATIONAL
Deal for Schalit's return crumbles amid finger-pointing ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Shalit case points up dangers of dealing with terrorists ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur
The Jews Down Under ... Roundup of Australian Jewish News ... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Taskforce studies underage drinking among Jews
—Jewish Care Appeal against the backdrop of hard economic times
—Fencer aims for Maccabiah history
—Buy Kosher, Buy Australian, mashgiach says
—Chabad opens in nation's capital
If Palestinians unite what then? A question for U.S. policy makers to ponder.... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
News of the Fox
Yiddish Film To Be Seen Here Nov. 9th
Cottage of Israel
Odds and Ends
UJF Sets Date For Annual Dinner
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood
San Diego Jewish Youth Group Conclave To Be Held at Julian November 7th
J.W.V. Auxiliary
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Curly Howard, and other Stooges, portray a "Nazti Spies"
John Houseman reading the telephone book
Larry Fine of The Three Stooges retrieves cats from the piano
Peter Lorre as Ugarte in "Casablanca" with Humphrey Bogart
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: The Best Purim Ever at Soille Hebrew Day
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 64)
INTERNATIONAL
Attorney demands Sweden return Nazi-looted art ... by David J. Rowland in New York
Jews Down Under ... Australian Jewish news roundup by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
--New life for Holocaust Museum
--Zentai takes lie detector test
--Turnbull urges immediate withdrawal from Durban II
--El Al direct Australia link still a possibility
--Divided opinion about hosting Israel critic
--No welcome by Jewish community for Iran's former president Khatami
LIFESTYLES
Here's to St. Patrick's Day, Purim and Ekpo Masquerades! ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ART
Charles Davidson's variant on the Kiddush ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with audio recording
Sugar Syndrome audiences left pondering addictions ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Temple Teens
City of Hope Jrs.
Realism (filler)
Beth Israel Sisterhood Sunday Night Supper
Dwight Eisenhower political ad
Pioneer Women Negba Club
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Joe Besser's life and comedy career retold on St. Louis television station KETC.
Leon Askin as General Albert Burkhalter in French-dubbed Hogan's Heroes episode also featuring Werner Klemperer as Colonel Klink.
Melvyn Douglas in Ninotchka with Greta Garbo
Milton Berle does some shtick with Elvis Presley and Debra Paget
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Lawrence Family JCC: Art Survives: Expressions from the Holocaust
Monday, March 16, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 63)
INTERNATIONAL
Peace prospects gloomy on eve of Netanyahu government ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
LIFESTYLES
Do I need to hyphenate my identity? Not me! ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
SAN DIEGO
Tykes learn about Torah through games at SDJA ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Congregation Beth Israel
T.Y.L. Club
Beth Jacob P.T.A.
Y.J.C. Club
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Edward G. Robinson and Mary Astor in "Little Giant"
Jack Albertson and Red Skelton in a "Clem Kaddidlehopper" skit in which a cow 'ad libs'
Joseph Schildkraut as "Otto" in The Diary of Anne Frank
Morey Amsterdam does vaudeville shtick with Art Carney
*Bonus: Hava Nagila performed by Andre Rieu and orchestra
Sunday, March 15, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 62)
The political self-immolation of ex-President Moshe Katsav ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
'Elusive moderates' cannot deliver peace nor leadership ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Australian academic despairs of Palestinian dialogue ... by Dr. Philip Mendes in Melbourne, Australia
JUDAISM
Incorporating ancient laws of purity into our modern lives ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
Jewish resilience in aftermath of Merkaz Ha Rav massacre ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
Prize-winning author tells story behind the story ... by Laurel Corona in San Diego
SPORTS & LETTERS
A bissel sports trivia ... by Bruce Lowitt in Oldsmar, Florida
Letters to the Editor
Lake Murray photo now provides background for desktop computer ... from Tami Beckman
Demonstration of Israeli ingenuity ... from Larry Gorfine
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
B’nai B’rith Girls Present Fashion Show
National Council of Jewish Women
United Jewish Fund Collection Record
Lasker Lodge B.B.
Fiesta Club Holds General Meeting
Jewish War Veterans
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Francis Lederer as Officer Selieff in Wunderbare Lüge der Nine Petrowna (1929)
Ida Kaminska in The Shop on Main Street
Molly Picon sings "Abi Gezeundt" in Mamele
Paul Muni as Tony in Scarface (1932)
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
San Diego Jewish Academy: San Diego Jewish Academy students win honors
Friday, March 13, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 61)
INTERNATIONAL
Israel democracy no more 'distorted' than others ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Jewish religious organizations oppose the death penalty ... by David Benkof in New York
Ibim Student Village retools for a vocational program ... by Soni Singer in Ibim, Israel
SAN DIEGO
The legacy of the San Diego Jewish Academy's new Torah ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Recovering Scott Silverman offers others Second Chance ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ARTS
The unspoken signals between conductor and orchestra ... by David Amos in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
To See Or Not To See
USO-JWB Day
Jacobson To Be Installed As Sciots Toparch
Labor Zionist Organization
Hadassah News
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Mo Howard of the Three Stooges as a "Kung Fu Master"
Sam Jaffe in the title role of "Gunga Din" with Cary Grant and Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Shemp Howard (of the Three Stooges) almost avoids being poisoned in "For Crimin' Out Loud"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Don't overload your web page with images
Thursday, March 12, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 60)
INTERNATIONAL
Having China and Saudia Arabia as clients, not Israel's friends, were the real cause of Chas Freeman's problem ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Haman! Hamas! Shalit debate gets intense in tents ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Jews Down Under ... Australian Jewish news roundup by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia
—Jewish artists in running for Archibald Prize for portraiture
—Maccabi pulls off coaching coup
LIFESTYLES
Understanding the "they" who control your life and work ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
A bubbly tale from Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ARTS
Carção explores history of hidden Portuguese Jews ... by Manuel Azevedo in Carção, Portugal
Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard .. in San Diego
#147 -- Cherina: A Lullaby
#237 -- Darling Hannah Gail
#258 -- Anna Emily
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Letters to the Editor ... from Mrs. Albert Krasnow, Irving Salomon
Jolly 16 Autumn Dinner-Dance November 9th
Holiday Plans for Children Told
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Hermione Gingold as Mme. Arnfeldt in A Little Night Music, with Elizabeth Taylor playing her daughter, Desiree
Leslie Howard as Sir Percy Blakeney in The Scarlet Pimpernel
Michael Chekhov as Dr. Alex Brulov in Alfred Hitchcock's Spellbound
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Math & Dinosaurs at Soille Hebrew Day
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 59)
INTERNATIONAL
Coalition-building, Katsav show Israel's seamier aspects ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Hillary visits Middle East; sky still in place ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel
Crying with one eye; laughing with the other .. by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Who are the Donmeh: true believers, Jewish heretics or untrustworthy Moslem converts? ... by Irwin Berg in Istanbul, Turkey
The Jews Down Under... A roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Marrickville's condemnation of Israel in Gaza War causes outrage
—Pressure on Australia's foreign minister to say NO to Durban II
—Council cancels anti-Israel exhibit
—Call for Chevra Kadisha accountability to the community
LETTERS
San Diegan dies of cancer on her 9th wedding anniversary ... from Mark Wang in Taipei, Taiwan
Seeking families of Latvian Jews ... from Victoria Shaldova in Riga, Latvia
Writer takes issue with NYT's Roger Cohen on Middle East ... from Dr. Norman Mann in San Diego
LIFESTYLES
Successful women tell forum their tips for living ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California, with a video of Natasha lecturing on aging and retirement
ARTS
Nazis had more compassion for a worm than for Jews ... book review by David Strom in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Jewish Center Group Holds Annual Meeting Nov. 16.
No Time to Sleep {Editorial}
Community Currents by Albert Hutler
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Eddie Cantor in Kid Millions
Fanny Brice sings "It's Gorgeous to be Graceful" in Be Yourself
George Burns and Gracie Allen cut the rug
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Jewish Family Service: College Avenue Older Adult Center sets model seder, concert at Beth Jacob Congregation site
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Learning About Tree Ecosystem in Hebrew at Soille Hebrew Day
Tuesday, March 10, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 58)
INTERNATIONAL
Financial and political 'blackmail' mar Israeli democracy ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Jimmy Carter is a friend, not an enemy, of IsraeL ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida
SAN DIEGO
In Beach Boys Purimsphpiel, Haman wants to 'Hang Ten' ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
LIFESTYLES
Mentors and sponsors: a matter of function ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
ARTS
Escape: new novel about Elizabethan Crypto-Jews ... by Karen Primack in Silver Spring, Maryland
Shalom Rav, a prayer for peace, is perfect for a duet ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with audio
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 31, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
'San Diego Plan' Pays Off
Cash Drive Need Told
Allocation Committee Invites Community
U.S.O. Week To Be Observed By All Segments Of Community
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers
Elisabeth Berner in the title role of The Rise of Catherine the Great
Gertrude Berg as "Molly" in The Goldbergs
Jack Benny hits up Walt Disney for 110 tickets to Disneyland
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Jewish Family Service: Regular Schedule at JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Student Leadership Thrives at Soille Hebrew Day
Monday, March 9, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 57)
INTERNATIONAL
As Arabs begin to unify, Israelis are fragmenting ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Some good news in the Mediterranean to start the week ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
When the flowers come back to Kibbutz Ruhama ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama
SAN DIEGO
Yi Li Gao's friends join march for lung cancer cure ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
A Jewish connection to a root canal? But of course! ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Schiff concert to focus on Jewish Folk Music Society greats ...by Eileen Wingard in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 17, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Communities Plead for Liberal Immigration Act
Jewish Community Center
Adult Institute Opens for 4th Year
Jolly 16 Dance Set For November 9
United Nations Week Oct. 19-26
USO-JWB Day November 5
Federation Okays Study To Be Made
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish entertainers:
Ed Wynn does a skit with Carmen Miranda on his television show
Erich Von Stroheim as The Great Gabbo
Sophie Tucker sings a medley on the Ed Sullivan Show
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
San Diego Jewish Academy: Book Reading Chart
Sunday, March 8, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 56)
AN APOLOGY
A heartfelt apology to SDSU Prof. Risa Levitt Kohn et al ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
INTERNATIONAL
Election results may mean Israelis are tired of being pushed into unilateral concessions by world opinion
... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
NATIONAL
Debating the defenders of NIA's Charles Freeman ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
A Congressional resolution to honor 4 Immortal Chaplains ... by Congressman Bob Filner in Washington, D.C.
JUDAISM
The perennial question of why God permits evil... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
The rabbi's mother served a most memorable soup ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
The yenta whose son celebrates 'first five nights of Kishka' ... by Cynthia Citron in Hollywood
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt ... in Oldsmar, Florida
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our examination of Jewish actors and actresses:
Chico Marx plays the piano in Go West
Harpo Marx performs mirror image magic with Lucille Ball
Max Linder tries to officiate match in Combat de Boxe
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 17, 1952; Southwestern Jewish Press:
Beth Israel Sisterhood
City of Hope Aux.
Young Jewish Couples Club
J.W.V. Aux.
City of Hope Jr. Aux.
Beth Jacob Auxiliary
Pioneer Women
Cottage of Israel
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Lawrence Family JCC—Jacob Goldberg Annual Series To Address Israeli and World Issues
San Diego Jewish Academy: SDJA'S Learning Center Supports K-12 Students with Special Needs
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day Second Graders on their way to knowing 400 Shorashim!
Friday-Saturday, March 6-7, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 55)
INTERNATIONAL
Hillary Clinton challenges four right-wing Israeli positions ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Bedouin consul defends Israel against 'apartheid' charges ... by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem, with reprint from SFGate of article by Ishamel Khaldi
The Jews Down Under.... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia:
—School principals warn against commercial Purim party
—Juniors excel in Jewish swimming championships
So, nu, kindele, have you been 'kindling' lately? ... by Dan Bloom in Chiayi City, Taiwan
Silverware pattern united relatives after World War II ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ARTS
Why I volunteer at XLNC1 Radio's Pledge-a-thons ... by David Amos in Chula Vista, California
If you like Purimshpiels, here's another flight of fancy ... by Carol Davis in Solana Beach, California
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Bronco Billy Anderson (Aronson) gets shot at while doing a jig in The Great Train Robbery
Douglas Fairbanks in The Mark of Zorro
Theda Bara in the Unchastened Woman
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 17, 1952 Southwestern Jewish Press:
Allocations Committee Begins Work on Distribution of Funds
Paper on Camping Read by Al Hutler
B’nai B’rith to Celebrate 109th Anniversary; Sabbath Services To Be Held October 17th
National Council of Jewish Women
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Effective websites need to open quickly in these impatient times READ MORE
Lawrence Family JCC: Debbie Friedman brings vocal beauty to San Diego Jewish Music Festival
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: From Apples to Applesauce; From Peanuts to Peanut Butter at Soille Hebrew Day
United Jewish Federation: New 2009 Community Teen Trip to Israel; Are you ready to go?
Thursday, March 5, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 54)
Posturing, not reality, characterizes Mideast peace search ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Western world is wasting its money rebuilding Gaza ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel
Can Israel's counter-cyclical economy profit Netanyahu?.. by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
To whom will U.S.-trained Palestinian fighters be loyal? ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Obama’s Durban II critics: nattering nabobs of negativism ... by Ira N. Forman in Washington, D.C.
ARTS
Thursdays With The Songs of Hal Wingard:
#251, The Way The World Is
#254, The Game of Life
#257, It's Hard
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Haran Yaffe sings "Boker Tel Aviv" (Morning Tel Aviv)
Steve Guttenberg dancing with Anna Trebunskaya for 'Dancing With the Stars'
Steve Hofstetter does a standup comedy routine on racism
Itzhak Perlman and Pinchas Zukerman perform Johan Halvorsen's Passacaglia Duo for Violin and Viola
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 17, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press
Religion In The Schools
Community Currents by Albert Hutler
B.B Women Set For Donor Luncheon
S. Bassin Wins Speech Award
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center: Middle Eastern peace works On San Diego Jewish Music Festival stage
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Grandpa Geology Visits Hebrew Day’s Second Grade Class
United Jewish Federation: 2009 UJF Women’s Division Options event raises over $200,000 for the local and global Jewish community
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 (Vol. 2, No. 53)
INTERNATIONAL
Three retired generals vie for Israel Defense Ministry ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
'Change' a watchword for new U.S. and Israeli governments ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Some are intolerant of Jerusalem Museum of Tolerance ... by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson in Mevasseret Zion, Israel
The Jews Down Under ... a roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia
— Courage to Care Exhibition promotes understanding
—Communal survey great success
—A decade on, Danby still waiting for front bench seat
LIFESTYLES
The animal kingdom and the 'grandchildrendom' ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Barry Manilow sings "Copacabana"
Julie Zenatti sings a duet with Gilbert Becaud
Nikki Yanofsky sings "It Don't Mean A Thing
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 17, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press
Hate Groups Active Here! The Christian Nationalist Party, headed by Gerald K. Smith, Has Begun Its Campaign of Hate in the Los Angeles-San Diego Area
National Office Accepts 'San Diego Plan'
Cash Drive Made by Fund
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Light Unto the Nations Presentation at Soille Hebrew Day
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 52)
INTERNATIONAL
Israel's Consul-General Jacob Dayan woos Latinos, Hollywood movie industry from his Los Angeles base ... by Donald H. Harrison in Los Angeles
Helping Hillary Clinton while keeping Israel safe ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel
Kibbutz Kfar Aza resident faces lung transplant operation ... by Alon Gutman in Kibbutz Kfar Aza,Israel
Prehistoric Middle Easterners used 'desert kites' for hunting ... by Amir Gilat in Haifa, Israel
ARTS
A song, a personal story, and 'the cat’s meow' ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Amy Winehouse sings "Rehab" on the David Letterman Show.
Hadag Nahash sings "The Sticker Song"and "Gabby and Debby"
Elliott Yamin sings "A Song for You" on American Idol
Ophelie Winter sings "Le Feu Qui M'Attisse (The fire that excites me)
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 3, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Council of Jewish Women
J. W. V. Aux
Hadassah Eve. Group
Jewish War Veterans
Federations Urge ADL & AJC to Stay in National Group
'Ike’ Will Speak in San Diego Early in October
Cottage of Israel
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day’s Second Grade Journeys Back in Time
Monday, March 2, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 51)
INTERNATIONAL
Forest created for Zionist youth from around the world ... by Ulla Hadar in Ruhama, Israel
While soldier fought, his marrow was needed for transplant ... by Hannah Miller in New York
The Jews Down Under... A roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia
—Shoah survivors participate in interviews at Holocaust Centre’s 25th anniversary in Melbourne
—German envoy visits Melbourne Holocaust Centre
Humor and science joined in fight against global warming ... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
ARTS
The teacher and the shoe—just a coincidence? ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
SPORTS
Conditioning program key to SDJA sports successes ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Ashley Tisdale sings "Kiss the Girl"
Mel Tormé sings "On The Street Where You Live"
Ra (Sahaj Ticotin ) sings "Broken Hearted Soul"
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 2, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Pioneer Women Negba Club
City of Hope Jr.
(Untitled U.S.-Israel Humor)
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood
Institute of Jewish Studies Opens Oct. 15
Bay City B’nai B’rith Women
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day Fourth Graders’ Pop Up Book Reports
Sunday, March 1, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 50)
INTERNATIONAL
As a campaign issue, corruption has been corrupted ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
So you think you've got tsoris? Look at Israel's politics! ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Nix on NIC chairman-designate Chas Freeman ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Sha'ar Hanegev's librarian wins national recognition ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Nir Am, Israel
Getting the positive story of Israel out to Americans ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
JUDAISM
Rabbi who was school dean for girls, mohel for boys, dies ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
SAN DIEGO
Confronting the radicals on the UCSD campus ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California
In troubled economic times, JFS steps up its work ... by Gerry Greber in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt .. in Oldsmar, Florida
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond sing "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"
Misha Marmar sings "Vi Bist Du Gevein"
Rachel Stevens sings "I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)"
Stefani Valadez Ensemble at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 3, 1952: Southwestern Jewish Press
Jolly 16 News
Allocation Committee to Begin Work on Fund Distribution
Lasker Lodge B.B.
Dr. Robert Jenkins Guest Speaker at Tifereth Israel
Young Jewish Couples
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Lawrence Family JCC: Purim Palooza at BONDI on March 5
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Fourth Graders at Soille Hebrew Day are full of blessings
United Jewish Federation: UJF To Hold Disaster Preparedness & Response Workshop Series
February
Friday-Saturday, February 27-28, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 49)
INTERNATIONAL
Why is the United States bailing out terrorists? ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Did Israel derive any benefit from the Gaza War? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Carlsbad High documentary on Shoah sets the standard ... by Marsha Sutton in San Diego
SAN DIEGO
Soille panelists warn about secret life of teens online ... by Gail Feinstein Forman in San Diego
ARTS
Itzhak Perlman previewer is here a reviewer ... by David Amos in La Jolla, California
Documentary Yoo-hoo Mrs. Goldberg warms the heart ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in La Jolla, California
The Bialy Eaters presented to bialy eaters in Sherman Oaks ... by Cythia Citron in Sherman Oaks, California
Now, that's what can be called 'home entertainment' ... by Donald H. Harrison in Sherman Oaks, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
October 3, 1952: Southwestern Jewish Press:
Pioneer Women Hold Regional Conference
B’nai B’rith Women Donor Day
A Note to the Presidents of All Jewish Organizations in San Diego
Servicemen Enjoy High Holy Festivities
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Boaz Sharabi and Shoshana Damari sing "Lashir Itach"
Dinah Shore and Pearl Bailey sing "Mack The Knife "
Paul Simon sings "Slip Slidin' Away"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: It's important to make your website visually pleasant
Lawrence Family JCC: Jews Against Boring Activities (JABA) slate Purim Palooza
San Diego Jewish Academy: San Diego Jewish Academy commissions Torah for a legacy of learning
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: First Graders at Soille Hebrew Day celebrate the 100th Day of School
United Jewish Federation: Community ceremony slated to remember the Holocaust, honor the survivors, and teach San Diegans
Thursday, February 26, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 48)
INTERNATIONAL
Brigitte Gabriel warns of Islamic extremists during speech to UJF Women .. by Marissa Palin in San Diego
Obama administration already requiring Israelis to take softer line on Gaza... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Obama makes error in giving Russia an Aghanistan role ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington DC
THE JEWS DOWN UNDER... a roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
-Chocolate becomes an issue in Israel-Palestinian conflict
-Jennifer Huppert elected to Australian Parliament
-Jewish School admissions defy economic downturn
-Drought and Economy impact on Kosher food
-Survival Appeal for Jewish age care facility
-Jews sentenced in Jews for Jesus vandalism
ARTS
Thursdays With The Songs of Hal Wingard:
# 31, No Smoking
#36, Temptation
#65, Sex
Geneticists, better than rabbis, often can tell who is a Jew... book review by Fred Reiss in Winchester, California
CORRECTION
In our last edition, Cantor Sheldon Merel wrote a column about the chant R'tzey, but we mistakenly linked the column to a different musical piece. The link is now fixed.
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Local Resident Cited For Valor
Pioneer Women
October 2, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Funds Rushed to Committee in United Jewish Appeal Crisis
Friends of Ampal Mark 10th Year
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
Helen Shapiro sings "Walkin' Back to Happiness"
Neil Sedaka sings "Calendar Girl"
Shlomi Shabat sings Tnu Ligdol Besheket, a song of the IDF
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' ADS
Lawrence Family JCC: Jewish Poets, Jewish Voices
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: First Grade Earns Bracha Money at Soille Hebrew Day
Tuesday & Wednesday, February 24-25, 2009 (Vol. 3, No 47)
INTERNATIONAL
Bibi Netanyahu's coalition-building dilemma ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Four scenarios for forming an Israeli government ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida
When just 15 seconds may decide if you will live or die... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
How should Jews deal with anti-Semitism at UCSD? ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California
ARTS
Chazzanut were the grand concerts of the shtetls .. by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with an audio recording of R'tzey
Funny Jews are getting tougher, more edgy, in their humor ... by Rabbi Simcha Weinstein in New York
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers and musicians from around the world:
David Lee Roth sings "Ain't Talkin' About Love"
Marian Rung sings "Hyvästi yö" (Finnish: "Where is the Night?")
Mark Ronson, on guitar, performs "Apply Some Pressure" with the BBC Orchestra
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
-San Diego B’nai B’rith Women
-Hebrew Home for the Aged
-Jolly 16 Plan Dance
-Beth Israel Sisterhood ‘Breakfast on the Air’
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' ADS
Lawrence Family JCC: San Diego Jewish Film Festival announces audience awards
San Diego Jewish Academy: Photo essay
Soille Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day Fourth Graders’ Pop Up Book Reports
Monday, February 23, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 46)
INTERNATIONAL
Israel jeopardizes Egypt and the Palestine Authority by conducting its indirect 'non-negotiations' with Hamas ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
As Netanyahu forms a coalition, two ‘clocks’ tick ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
ARTS
Whether for David fighting Goliath, or for the Pimpernels fighting the French reign of terror, we root for underdogs.. by Carol Davis in Escondido, California
Drawing inspiration from one of the greatest ballerinas ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
—Abraham Dickenstein To Explain Ampal
—U.S.O-JWB High Holy Day Services To Be Held
—New Center Exec Outlines Program
—Bay City B’nai B’rith Women
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Helen Reddy sings "I Am Woman"
Lou Reed sings "Walk on the Wild Side"
Mordechai Ben David (MBD) sings "Racheim" (Have Mercy)
Sunday, February 22, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 45)
INTERNATIONAL
Beware of Avigdor Lieberman's anti-Arab campaign ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusale
Clinton errs by bringing religion into U.S. diplomacy ... By Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Come my fellow Jews, let us reason together ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
JUDAISM
Coping spiritually with the loss of a child... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Jr. Charity League
S.D. Birdie Stodel Chapter No. 92
Hadassah Schedules Tour of Homes
High Holy Day Services at Temple Beth Israel
Fiesta Club Forms For Single Groups
Yo-Ma-Co
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Jan Peerce and Deanna Durbin sing "Miserere" in a movie
Michel Polnareff sings "Lettre a France" (Letter to France)
Pink sings "Dear Mr. President"
Friday-Saturday, February 20-21, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 44)
ARTS
The Lemon Tree: Microcosm of Palestinian-Israeli conflict .. by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
My conducting engagement in Chihuahua ... by David Amos in Ciudad Chihuahua, Mexico
A novel dissecting Jewish radicals probes hypocrisy ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
Beth Israel Religious School To Open
Deceased {L. M. Weiss}
City of Hope
City of Hope Aux
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Randy Newman performs "You've Got A Friend In Me"
Sara Paxton sings "Take A Walk"
Shuly Natan performs at a Hassidic Festival
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Tips for better navigation to make web site use easier
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: New Education Technology Upgrades for Soille Hebrew Day’s K- 5th Grades!
Thursday, February 19, 2009 (Vol. 3, Issue 43)
INTERNATIONAL
The contest among Likud, 'Likud Light' and 'Likud Stout' ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
The Jews Down Under... A roundup of Australian news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Maccabiah Games to go ahead despite financial crisis
—School teacher's pornography case adjourned
—Complaint over Nazi trinkets
ARTS
Waltz With Bashir is stunning visual art form, but will it give viewers a biased view of the Arab-Israeli conflict? ... by Heather L. Zeiden in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard ... in San Diego
#1, Lady Godiva
#252, What They Do
#191, Jolene Come Home
Gilbert and Sullivan meet the Brothers Grimm at Lyric ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 18, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press:
United Jewish Fund Raised $205,000 To Date States Fund Report
A New Year’s Message
Young Jewish Couples Club
Torah Convocation at Naval Training Center October 1-2
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Bette Midler sings "From A Distance"
Sophie Milman sings "Ochie Chernye" (Dark Eyes)
Yael Naim sings "New Soul"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
San Diego Jewish Academy: San Diego Jewish Academy’s New Director of Admission brings experience to position
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Awesome Chemistry at Soille Hebrew Day
Wednesday, February 18, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 42)
INTERNATIONAL
Should murderers be freed to secure Shalit's freedom? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Media usually demonizes Israelis, sanctifies Arabs ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel
Restructuring U.S. relations with Russia, Iran and Syria must not turn into a retreat into U.S. isolationism ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
The 'perks' of driving around celebrities and VIPs ... by Larry Gorfine in San Diego
AUSTRALIA
The Jews Down Under ... A roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
Australia's Jewish community responds to bushfire tragedy
House destroyed but family saved
Jewish intensive care director of The Alfred treats burns victims
Jewish country doctor at the forefront of treating victims
A ray of good news amidst the gloom
The bushfire and other Jewish connections
Israel sends condolences to Australia
LETTERS
UCSD invites community to Holocaust workshop ... from Deborah Hertz in La Jolla, California
Directly confronting anti-Semites not always best strategy ... from Morris Casuto and Heather Frank in San Diego
Kudos for Sheila Orysiek ... from Jane Schaffer by San Diego
ARTS
The major matter of private friendship with a sergeant ... by Yvonne Greenberg in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
Beth Israel Sisterhood Announces New Members
Jewish War Veterans
Birdie Stodel B.B.
Louis M. Karp Elected President of the Guardians
Lasker Lodge B.B.
Beth Jacob Sisterhood
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Boris Moiseev sings Kukol'naja Ljubov' ("Toys)
Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth performing "Defying Gravity" in Wicked
Shiri Maimon sings "Ahava Ktana" (A Bit of Love)
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Lawrence Family JCC: San Diego Jewish Music Festival to Feature Both New and Familiar Artists
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: “M” week for the Pre-K students at Soille Hebrew Day
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 41)
INTERNATIONAL
Which Palestinians are ready to make peace with Israel? ... by Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel
UNITED STATES
On Clinton's San Diego visit on Presidents Weekend ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
LIFESTYLES
Maybe this story should not have been 'screened'... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
ARTS
A Kiddush melody by the composer of Three Penny Opera ... by Cantor Sheldon F. Merel in San Diego, with audio recording
Play questions ethics of combat journalists ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 5, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press
Greenbaum Gardens Scene of Tea For Council of Jewish Women
USO-JWB
B.B. Convention Highlights
Yo-Ma-Co
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Achinoam Nini (Noa) sings Boi Kallah (Come Bride)
Adam Levine Sings "She Will Be Loved" at Tsunami Aid Concert
Lisa Loeb Sings "Stay (I Missed You)"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: New Addition to the Pre School 2’s Class at Soille Hebrew Day
Monday, February 16 (Vol. 3, No. 40)
INTERNATIONAL
Lieberman's Arab views cancel his religious issues appeal ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Israel' election process messy,time-consuming but people have the benefit of a real democracy ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in Jerusalem
Bill Clinton describes Obama's economic stimulus package as 'bridge over troubled waters' ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
LIFESTYLES
A JCC in Philadelphia: Now the tales may be told ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Room Service revives a Depression-era escape from tough economic times ... by Carol Davis in Coronado, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
September 5, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press
—Pioneer Women
—B.B. Girls
—Y.J.C. Club Plans Beach Party
—City of Hope
—Beth Israel Opens New Gift Shop
—Bay City B’nai B’rith Women
—Cottage of Israel
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Larusso sings "Tu m'oublieras" (You will forget me)
Linda Lavin (television's 'Alice') in concert
Yehudit Ravitz sings with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra "Sof La Sipur" (The End to the Story)
Sunday, February 15, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 39)
INTERNATIONAL
U.S. 'resetting' relations with Russia, Syria .. by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
The Last Train and One of the Last Witnesses .... by Laurie Baron in San Diego
JUDAISM
The legend of the Tunisian wonder rabbi ... by Isaac Yetiv in La Jolla, California
He could attend shul just one day a year, but which day? ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
LETTER TO EDITOR
Avraham Freedman, like the Bielskis, led Partisans ... from Prof. Barry Rubin in Herzliya, Israel
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt ...in Oldsmar, Florida
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
From September 5, 1952, Southwestern Jewish Press
—Community Currents
—In Memory {Otto Aufricht}
—Rabbi Addleson Weds Miss Peters
—Hadassah Presents The Lox and Bagel Strollers Sept. 10
—City of Hope Aux.
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Josef Kobzon sings "Song of Sofia Rotaru" with children's choir (Russian)
Reinette L'Oranaise —A portrait and performance by the blind Algerian Jewish singer (Arabic and French)
Shlomo Artzi sings "We Don't Need More Than That" (Hebrew, English subtitles)
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Which prayer is said for different foods?
Friday-Saturday, February 13-14, 2008 (Vol. 3, No. 38)
MIDDLE EAST
The indecisiveness of Israel's election process ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Can Netanyahu go from salesman to statesman? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Confronting anti-Semitism; what would you have done? ... from Ira Jevotovsky in Pittsford, New York
LIFESTYLES
A story for Valentine's Day of a lasting love ... by Dan Schaffer in San Diego
ARTS
High school playwright on the right track ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
Can we love the music but hate the composer? ... by David Amos in San Diego
A story from the bulrushes at New Village Arts ... by Carol Davis in Carslbad, California
Are we capable of Defiance ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 22, 1952 Southwestern Jewish Press
—Pioneer Women Set For Regional Meet
—USO-JWB Activities
—Breitbard Foundation Sponsors Annual Football Game
September 5, 1952 Southwestern Jewish Press
—New Center Head
—U.J.F. Asks for Pledge Payments
—Al Hutler Active on All Fronts
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Keren Peles sings "If This Is Life" (Hebrew)
Lucy Kaplansky sings "The Red Thread"
Tina Karol sings "Millie"
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Carol Ann Goldstein: Web tip: Keep your commercial site uncluttered
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: The Mitzvah of Hafrashat Challah at Soille Hebrew Day
Thursday, February 12, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 37)
MIDDLE EAST
Now commentators worry about mood on Israeli street ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Antipathy between SHAS and Israel Beitenu may complicate Netanyahu's task of coalition building ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Remembering Lincoln and the Jews on his bicentennial ... by Norman Greene in San Diego
ARTS
New York in the ‘30s meant Minsky’s Burlesque ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles
Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard ... in San Diego
#57 Now That I Am 21
#240 This Time
#241 Myla and Lou
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
From Southwestern Jewish Press, August 22, 1952:
—Rabbi Levens Honored
—Milt Mollick Bar Mitzvah August 30
—Kiddush at Beth Jacob Honors Eugene Aronoff, Robert Penn
—Beth Jacob Sisterhood
—Tifereth Leaders Attend Seminar
—Rabbi Cohn Elected Camp Director
—Hebrew Home For The Aged Aux.
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Students guarding their tongues, and their ears, at Soille Hebrew Day
United Jewish Federation: UJF’s Options Event Addresses Global Terrorism
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
—Billy Joel sings "We Didn't Start The Fire"
—Eddie Fisher sings a medley of Al Jolson songs on Dean Martin Show
—Judith Edelman sings "I'm Feelin' Lucky Today" with Theo Burke on harmonica
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 36)
INTERNATIONAL
In Israel, Kadima a winner; Likud, apparently, the WINNER ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
The politics of the fearful and the secure ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
The Jews Down Under, roundup of Australian Jewish News .... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Jewish-Muslim relations at breaking point in Australia
—AGE columnist suspended
—Jewish cricketer wins top award
—Celebrating Australia Day at The Lodge
—Camp Gan Israel a success in Perth
—Rabbis' tiff continues
—Huppert third Jewish Labor MP in state Parliament
—Jewish community outrage at Pope's decision on bishop
LETTERS
You see almost everyone in Inauguration photo by Bergman ... from Larry Gorfine in San Diego More
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
From Southwestern Jewish Press, August 22, 1952:
—Birdie Stodel B.B.
—Barbecue Raises Money
—B.B. Conference Calls
—Gross Home Scene of Hadassah Tea
—Bay City B.B Women
—Untitled Humor
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Havdalah Night at Soille Hebrew Day Preschool
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
—Hayden sings "Dynamite Walls"
—Sarit Hadad sings "Malahe Shamayim"
—Susanna Hoffs sings "Eternal Flame"
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 (Volume 3, No. 35)
INTERNATIONAL
Election 'issues:' Bibi’s schnitzel and Tzipi’s salad ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
A satiric look at Israel's elections, political parties ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel
Middle East peace has two interwoven threads ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida
178 die in Melbourne area wildfires; toll may go higher; Jewish community affected ... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia
ARTS
Ma Tovu: A prayer to prepare for prayer ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego
San Diego Jewish World's book reviewer Reiss writes books too ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
From Southwestern Jewish Press, August 22, 1952:
—Double Wedding Ceremony
—City of Hope Aux.
—Labor Zionist Organ.
—Cottage of Israel
—Yo-Ma-Co
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
—Edyie Gorme and Steve Lawrence sing "This Could Be The Start of Something Big"— View video
—Serge Gainsbourg sings "The Initials BB" -- An ode to his former lover Brigit Bardot —View video
—Simon & Garfunkel sing "Homeward Bound" on the Smothers Brothers Show —View Video
COMMUNITY WATCH/ ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Tu B’Shevat in Soille Hebrew Day’s Preschool- 3’s class
Monday, February 9, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 34)
INTERNATIONAL
Yes, we must vote February 10, but for whom? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Internal Catholic politics should not concern Jews ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
ARTS
Thoughts on over-enthusiastic audiences, and The Zookeeper's Wife, a book by Diane Ackerman ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
DINING
Eclipse Chocolat: San Diego’s elixir for a grand life ... by Lynne Thrope in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 22,1952 Southwestern Jewish Press archives:
—George Scott Kicks Off J.W.V. Poppy Sale
—Highest Award Given for Bravery
—The Destiny of Youth (Commentary)
—Abramis Takes Leave
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Charlotte Gainsbourg & Jane Birkin in a daughter-mother duet
Jean Ferrat sings "La Montagne" (The Mountain)
Ofra Haza sings "Chai"(Alive)
COMMUNITY WATCH/ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Jewish Family Service: Music lecture by David Amos, Dance with Sharon Emerson on tap at College Avenue Older Adult Center
Sunday, February 8, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 33)
INTERNATIONAL
If 'right of return' applies for Jews of Gush Etzion, why not for Palestinians of pre-1948 Israel? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Some old realities of Israel's election politics ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Thoughts of a frequent visitor on returning to Israel ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in Jerusalem
JUDAISM
The soldier who saved another's life in Hebron ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
Unsophisticated audiences abound in Los Angeles ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles
LETTERS
American Jewish University professor's lecture on Islam was positive .. from Carol Ann Goldstein in San Diego Read More
SPORTS
A Bissel Sports Trivia by Bruce Lowitt in Oldsmar, Florida
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 8, 1952 Southwestern Jewish Press archives:
—Hadassah Invites Young Marrieds
—Pioneer Women Read
—Beth Israel Sisterhood to Hold Annual Membership Tea
—Alpha Phi Pi
—Boy Scout Troop Plans Hike
—Temple Teens
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
—Jakob Dylan sings "Something Good This Way Comes" on the David Letterman show
—Julia Feldman in Renaissance costume sings Yeled Vebeer (The Boy and the Well)
—Sagiv Cohen sings "Yashkef" (Observe) — Sung in the Yemenite Jewish style
COMMUNITY WATCH/ADVERTISERS' NEWS
Jewish Family Service—The March of music at JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School—Every Student Can Be a Leader at Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School
INTERNATIONAL
Erdogan's behavior signals shift away from West ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Obama has a P-R problem with Gazans ...by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
ARTS
Fond remembrances of Italian artist Emanuel Luzzati... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Leah Salovey is budding playwright ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
Standing ovations should be reserved for very best ... by David Amos in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 8, 1952:
--Bay City B.B.
--J.W.V. Auxiliary
--S.D. Birdie Stodel Chapter Member Honored
-- News of the Fox
-- City of Hope Aux.
-- Deceased {Louis Lasher}
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
David Draiman of Disturbed sings “Down With the Sickness”
Lynsey de Paul sings “Sugar Me”
Matt Dusk sings “Back In Town"
COMMUNITY WATCH
Carol Ann Goldstein: What are the elements of a successful commercial website?
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Alumni Join in on Soille Hebrew Day’s Learning Program
Thursday, February 5, 2009 (Vol. 3,No. 31)
INTERNATIONAL
Orthodox rabbinate humiliates Fackenheim family ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Holocaust tour strengthens Israeli girl's patriotism ... by Dorothea Shefer-Vanson in Mevasseret Zion, Israel
Creating countries at the Int'l Criminal Court ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
ARTS
Loving 'Leah' a lot easier than loving Susie Essman ... by Rabbi Simcha Weinstein in New York
Thursdays With The Songs of Hal Wingard:
—#15, Mr. Average
—#30, Milkshake On Your Mustache
—#190, Ever Wonder
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
(Southwestern Jewish Press, August 8, 1952, archives)
Birdie Stodel B.B.
Cottage of Israel
USO-JWB Activities
B’nai B’rith Women of San Diego
Deceased {Jane M. Lipinsky}
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
We continue our exploration of Jewish singers from around the world:
Joe Dassin sings "L'Ete Indien" (Indian Summer)
Leonard Cohen sings "The Stranger"
Marc Cohn sings "Live Out the String"
COMMUNITY WATCH
Lawrence Family JCC: J*Company to produce San Diego premiere of Disney High School Musical 2
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Soille Hebrew Day Middle School Chess Club
MIDDLE EAST
Israel Did NOT Hit UNRWA School In Gaza ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Israel electorate has moved to the right ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
An unsolicited plan for Mideast peace ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
AUSTRALIA
The Jews Down Under... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia:
—Australian VP for World Jewish Congress
—Dissident Jewish professors make waves
—Australia Day honours for Jewish community members
—Surgeon becomes first Jewish general in 50 years
—Child prodigy stars at Yeshiva gala
—Expansion of kosher eateries
—Junior Carnival great success
—Heat wave postpones start of school year
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Hebrew Day Families Receive Tzedaka Boxes
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
From the archives of Southwestern Jewish Press:
August 8, 1952: Young Jewish Couples’ Club
August 8, 1952: Hebrew Home Gets Set for ‘Maisel Day’
August 8, 1952: Beth Jacob Auxiliary Holds Wedding Shower
August 8, 1952: T.Y.Lers to Attend Asilomar Conference
August 8, 1952: Heart Assn. Elects New Board Members
August 8, 1952: Beth Jacob Picnic Sunday, August 10
August 8, 1952: (Untitled Humor)
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Eddie Butler sings "Together We Are One"
Patrick Bruel sings Qui A Le Doit (Who Has the Right)
Shlomo Carlebach—The rabbi gives a concert
Tuesday, February 3, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 29)
INTERNATIONAL
Hamas puts the cat among the pigeons... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
ARTS
A sacred service by Ernest Bloch ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with audio of him performing with the JCC Orchestra and a mixed choir
New website: Old Jews telling jokes ... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
The reason for postwar Polish anti-Semitism ... by David Strom in San Diego
Maybe they should hunt for a better play! .. by Cynthia Citron in Pasadena, California
COMMUNITY WATCH
San Diego Jewish Academy: San Diego Jewish Academy Annual Gala Honors Kornfeld Family
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Preschool Enrichment Classes at Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 8, 1952: Community Currents ... by Albert Hutler
August 8, 1952: Pioneer Jews of Utah ... by Dr. Phillip L. Seman
August 8, 1952: Busy, Busy, Busy
August 8, 1952: Talented Family
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Carol Bruce (1919-2007) sings "Boy With the Wistful Eyes" and "Getting Sentimental Over You"
Dany Brillant sings "Tu vuò fa l' americano" (You Want To Be An American)
Ian Broudie sings "Song for No One"
INTERNATIONAL
With friends like 60 Minutes' Bob Simon.... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Hamas and Turkey's Erdogan aid Likud ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Turkey: 'Do as I say, not as I do'... by David A. Harris in New York
U.S.A.
School choice is good for the Jews ... by David Benkof in New York
Unity, not diversity, key to U.S. greatness ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
SAN DIEGO
Auction helps San Diego Jewish Academy in a time of national economic uncertainty ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
College—San Diego’s New Vision: The Jewish Education Commission in 1948 ... by Hunter Chundak
Middle School—Oscar Schindler, Reluctant Savior... by Jairn Schiff in Cayucos, California
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School:Inauguration Day at Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 8, 1952: Camp Jaycee Winds Up Fine Season With Julian Camp Out
August 8, 1952: Loan Committee Serves Vital Function
August 8, 1952: It Figures! Gals Have Class In Figure Class
August 8, 1952: Limit of Tax Deductible Gifts Raised to 20% In New Law
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Elkie Brooks sings "Lilac Wine"
Michel Berger sings "Chanter pour ceux"
Mike Brant sings "Laisse-moi t'aimer" (Let me love you)
INTERNATIONAL
Israel endures the propaganda war ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Fewer traffic deaths in Israel during wars ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
'The Choice Is Ours'—Iraqi voter ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Obama 'gets it about Israel,' Newsweek's Fineman reassures UJF Men's Event... by Donald H. Harrison in La Jolla, California
Hidden Jewish children in WWII Belgium are subject of lecture at AJE's Yom Limmud... by Gail Feinstein Forman in La Jolla, California
JUDAISM
Jewish 'forms' insufficient without content ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
Merit of hard-to-peform mitzvoth described ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt ... in Oldsmar, Florida
ARTS
Tosca still pleases; Sylvie Valayre soars... by Carol Davis in San Diego
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: First Grade Great Artists Series at Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 25, 1952: Y.J.C. Club
July 25, 1952: Public Invited To Greet Nixon Here
July 25, 1952: B.C. Crum Announces New International Gift Certificate Plan – Scrip to Israel
July 25, 1952: Cottage of Israel
July 25, 1952: Local Women Are Honored By Regional B’nai B’rith
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Jenifer Bertoli sings Le Souvenir de ce jour (The Memory of This Day)
Keren Ann Zeidel sings "Not Going Anywhere"
Zehava Ben sings "Inta Omri" ("You Are My Life")
January
MIDDLE EAST
Proposal dreams of a revived Palestine ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Cry for Palestinian children, and remember ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Israeli election campaign gets nasty ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
ARTS
A pioneer advocate for children with disabilities speaks out for family power ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
How often should orchestras rehearse?... by David Amos in San Diego
From grieving tears to embracing smiles... by Sara Appel-Lennon in La Jolla, California
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Memories of 2008, a video documentary by Rand Levin
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 25, 1952: Pioneer Women
July 25, 1952: Jewish Labor Committee
July 25, 1952: Beth Jacob Congregation
July 25, 1952: Labor Zionist Organization
July 25, 1952: Tifereth Israel Sisterhood
July 25, 1952: Camp Jaycee Proves Boon to Parents
July 25, 1952: Allocations Committee to Work
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES .
Chava Alberstein performs Soolam "The Ladder"
Etti Ankri & David D'Or perform "Lolita" in Hebrew
Paula Abdul performs "Promise of a New Day"
MIDDLE EAST
Besides Hamas terrorism, Mitchell will find PA corruption a barrier to Middle East peace ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Asking right questions about the Gaza War... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
GREAT BRITAIN
British Museum exhibit on Babylon provides evidence of captivity of King Jehoiachin ... by Lloyd Levy in London
ARTS
Classical music, in American Indian and East Indian styles, make for adventurous concert ... by Eileen Wingard in San Diego
Thursdays With the Music of Hal Wingard:
#140, Limericks
Sephardi swashbucklers and other tales... by Fred Reiss in Winchester, California
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: CoJDS /Rabbi Glass Visit to Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 25, 1952: Community Relations Comm. Votes To Oppose Bible Reading in Public Schools
July 25, 1952: USO-JWB Activities
July 25, 1952: Hebrew Home for the Aged Auxiliary
July 25, 1952: Bay City B.B.
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Herb Alpert plays "A Taste of Honey"
Neil Diamond sings "Sweet Caroline"
Simon & Garfunkel sing "The Sound of Silence"
MIDDLE EAST
Obama emphasizes Muslim outreach; Clinton reassures Israelis about right to self-defense ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Images of Israelis, Diaspora Jews contrast... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
The irrelevance of Hamas' 'support' ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
AUSTRALIA
The Jews Down Under ... a roundup of Australian Jewish news by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Yuval Rotem tells the case for Israel
—Melbourne Jewish community rallies to support Israel
—Goot protests at lack of response by Muslims
—Australian youth line up for Israel programs
—Backman says sorry to Jewish community
—Stand up to Hatred - Holocaust Memorial Day
—Jewish school teacher arrested on child porn charges
—Courage to Care program and exhibition
—Youth inspired by Community Care work
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Literary tutors provide valuable public service ... from Susan Moore in San Diego
More tutors needed ... from Betsy Seible in Encinitas, California
ARTS
Carlsbad H.S film on Shoah to highlight Joyce Forum at Jewish Film Festival ... by Yvonne Greenberg in La Jolla, California
Luftwaffe, not forgetful Shakespearean actor, bombs in The Dresser, at North Coast Rep .... by Carol Davis in Solana Beach, California
Pippin: a musical in sign language ... by Cynthia Citron in Los Angeles
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Hebrew Day Kindergarteners visit to the aquarium
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 11, 1952: Hebrew Home For The Aged Plans Lawn Party
July 11, 1952: Picnic In Park with J.L.C. July 27th
July 11, 1952: Y.J.C. Club
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Al Franken on differences between a comedian and a senator
Buddy Hackett pays tribute to Johnny Carson
Gilda Radner as substitute teacher Emily Litela
INTERNATIONAL
Mitchell ‘will be speaking for us’—Obama ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
A primer on Israel's Feb 10 elections ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Are Israeli police staying above politics? ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
An Israeli soldier returns to his civilian job... by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem
Palestinian support for Hamas stays high ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Questions for Prof. Graubart on Mideast... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Adon Olam, A jazz/ blues version ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego
This 'Skull' Will Fracture You! ... by Cynthia Citron in North Hollywood, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 11, 1952: City of Hope
July 11, 1952: News of the Fox
July 11, 1952: Pioneer Women Plan Donor Luncheon
July 11, 1952: City of Hope Aux.
July 11, 1952: Jolly Sixteen
July 11, 1952: USO-JWB Activities
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in their classic "Who Is On First" routine
Irving Berlin is saluted at Oscar Awards
Mideast Geography Test
Monday, January 26, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 22)
INTERNATIONAL
Symbolism of new Obama administration won't necessarily result in major changes ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem.
Israelis waiting for George Mitchell, envoy... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Israel
LETTERS
Hamas violations do not give Israel carte blanche to fire away in Gaza... from Jonathan Graubart in San Diego
SAN DIEGO
Jewish Family Service offering more programming during economic hard times ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego
Teaching adults to read a life-changing experience; S.D. County seeks volunteers ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Jewish Geography' or 'Six Degrees'... by Carol Davis in San Diego
Hoax story points up need for real Holocaust education... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 11, 1952: Playing Politics {Editorial}
July 11, 1952: Students As Mimics {Editorial}
July 11, 1952: Community Currents
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES .
Allen Ginsberg, "The Ballad of the Skeleton," accompanied by Paul McCartney
Bob Dylan in concert sings a tribute to Lenny Bruce
Henry Winkler as the Fonz meets Robin Williams as Mork
Sunday, January 25, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 21)
INTERNATIONAL
Speculation and debate build over nature of Mitchell's Mideast mission ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Newest U.S. Middle Eastern efforts may prove to be Obama's great embarrassment ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
No clear consensus likely to emerge from Israel's Knesset elections February 10 ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
JUDAISM
Defiance is violent and superficial ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
Try to notice the wonders around us ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
Novel titled The Apple to tell Holocaust love story as "fiction" in second try... by Dan Bloom in Taipei
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt ... in Oldsmar, Florida
COMMUNITY WATCH
Lawrence Family JCC: San Diego Jewish Music Festival March 23 – May 12, 2009
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 11, 1952: Fox Lodge B.B. Books Panel on Delinquency July 22
July 11, 1952: Fund Campaign Seeks Elusive Potential Givers To Close Drive
July 11, 1952: Yo-Ma-Co
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Beverly Sills farewell performance
Danny Kaye sings “The Ugly Duckling” in the movie, Hans Christian Anderson
Mel Brooks tells Johnny Carson about his first meetings with Cary Grant
INTERNATIONAL
Obama names Mitchell as Mideast envoy ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Want citizens as friends in the Middle East? Then, do not embrace their governments! ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Some Israelis credit matriarch Rachel in Gaza ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Israelis unify 'one drop at a time' to save life of little Amit Kadosh ... by Laura Ben-David in Jerusalem
Why we're giving 3 cheers for Italy... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
ARTS
Famous quotes on the subject of music .... by David Amos in San Diego
LIFESTYLES
A rabbi offers some tips for the aged... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
June 27, 1952: Labor Zionist Organization
June 27, 1952: Cottage of Israel
June 27, 1952: Jewish War Veterans
June 27, 1952: Jerry Levens Wins Musical Merit Award
June 27, 1952: Bay City B'nai B'rith Women
June 27, 1952: Pioneer Women
June 27, 1952: Birdie Stodel B.B.
June 27, 1952: News of the Fox
June 27, 1952: Young Jewish Couples Club
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Chaim Topol as Tevye
Fiddler on the Roof in Japanese
Herschel Bernardi in Fiddler on The Roof
Thursday, January 22, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 19)
INTERNATIONAL
Obama calls Middle East leaders, indicates U.S. will lend its assistance to peace efforts ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Change in the U.S. and the Middle East... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Pressure grows for Israel-Hamas discussions ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
EDUCATION
Blurring distinction between school, family ... by Marsha Sutton in San Diego
ARTS
Taiwan-based Jewish writer wants Oprah to remove 'Angel at Fence' story from website ... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard:
#289, Sedona
#81, If You Would Go With Me
#114, Guaymas Bay
COMMUNITY WATCH
Tifereth Israel Synagogue: Opportunity knocks twice, special offer from Tifereth Israel Synagogue; but only until Monday, Jan. 26
Wednesday, January 21, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 18}
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Civility a key theme of Obama inauguration... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Jewish status in the Obama administration... by Gary Rotto in San Diego
MIDDLE EAST
Hamas posturing attempts to transform death and destruction into victory ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
True 'victory' was not an option in Gaza... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
AUSTRALIA
The Jews Down Under, a roundup of Australian Jewish news ... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne
—Australian unions divide on Gaza conflict
—Community concern at increasing vandalism
—Australia remains in Israel's corner
—Security concerns for Israeli stars
—Alleged anti-Semitism in workplace
—A small town bar mitzvah
—Australian Maccabiah team takes shape
—A tale for our time
—Community anger over newspaper article
ARTS
Comanche composer empathizes with Jews; Yeagley work to be performed January 25 & 27 in San Diego County .... by Richard Lawrence Poe in New York
COMMUNITY WATCH
San Diego Jewish Academy: USD Honors San Diego Jewish Academy for Exceptional Governance
LIFESTYLES
Can cooperation ever replace competition? ... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
June 27, 1952: Noble Words Outline Goal of City of Hope (Editorial)
June 27, 1952: Lost Brothers {Editorial on German Jews}
June 27, 1952: Travelers to Israel May Not Bring Israel Currency to Country
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Alan King, comedian, on women living longer than men
Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel talks about his beliefs
Rudolf Serkin plays Shubert's Piano Sonata in B Flat
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Congressman, a former Freedom Rider, reflects on Barack Obama's Inauguration... by Gary Rotto in San Diego
MIDDLE EAST
Assessing the Gaza War's international and internal Israeli electoral aftermath ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
LETTERS
Michelle Obama's rabbi cousin among racially diverse Jews at Inauguration... from Diane Tobin in San Francisco
SAN DIEGO
Pro-Israel rally conducted in Balboa Park ... by Sandy Golden in San Diego
Louise Amos, 93, was actively Jewish in 3 countries: Israel, Mexico and the U.S. ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ARTS
"Sing unto the Lord a New Song"... Cantor Sheldon Merel of San Diego performs a jazz version of Ahavat Olam
LIFESTYLES
Bringing more people to the Jewish table ... by J. Zel Lurie in Delray Beach, Florida
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
June 27, 1952: Community Currents {Public School Religious Education}
June 27, 1952: New Kosher Meat Product Brought to San Diego
June 27, 1952: USO-JWB Occupy Offices in Spreckels Building
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Brian Epstein and the Beatles discuss their relationship
Jack Benny as a contestant on Groucho Marx's "You Bet Your Life"
Jerry Lewis tries to outdrum Buddy Rich
Monday, January 19, 2009 (Vol. 3, No. 16)
THE MIDDLE EAST
Did Gaza War end chance of a Palestine? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
My two friends divide on Gaza issue ... by Gary Rotto in San Diego
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
'Change' toward a brighter, greener world? ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
ARTS
Here's another dysfunctional Jewish family... by Cynthia Citron in Santa Monica, California
Doubt A Parable keeps audience wondering ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
COMMUNITY WATCH
Lawrence Family JCC: Jewish Poets—Jewish Voices on tap at Lawrence Family JCC
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Diamante Poems in the First Grade at Soille Hebrew Day
Tifereth Israel Synagogue: American Indian composer and flutist to be featured at TICO concert
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 18, 1950: San Diego Bay City B’nai B’rith Women Chapter No. 713
August 18, 1950: Jewish War Veterans Auxiliary
August 18, 1950: J.C.R.A
August 18, 1950: Hadassah
August 18, 1950: Jr. Pioneer Women Shoshanan Club
August 18, 1950: Hebrew Home For the Aged
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Gene Wilder learns how to be black from Richard Pryor
Misha Dichter plays Lizst's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2.
Theodore Bikel and Alberto Mizrahi sing a fusion song
THE MIDDLE EAST
So what has the Gaza War accomplished? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
For some, morality is decided by numbers .... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Please include these Israelis in your prayers ... by Judy Lash Balint in Jerusalem
Holocaust lessons shaped some Gaza views ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
LETTERS
Gaza 'teach-in' an absolute farce ... by J.J. Surbeck in Encinitas
JUDAISM
When work is purposeful, morale increases... By Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
Recognizing how alike we are inside... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
Turbulent economy prompts unusual donation from one non-profit to another... by Gail Feinstein Forman
ARTS
You don't have to be Jewish to have mishigas ... by Carol Davis in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt (golf) ... in Oldsmar, Florida
COMMUNITY WATCH
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Winter Wonderland at Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 18, 1950: Jewish War Veterans
August 18, 1950: Histadrut Council
August 18, 1950: Temple Beth Israel Sisterhood
August 18, 1950: Pioneer Women Negba Club
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
George Burns is roasted by President-to-be Ronald Reagan
William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy, as Kirk and Spock, forced to act against their wills
Vladimir Horowitz plays Chopin's Ballade No. 1 at Carnegie Hall.
THE MIDDLE EAST
The Gaza War and the warriors ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Shalom, Israel
Olmert throws his political chestnuts back into the fire with attack on Condy Rice ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Olmert's political posturing during wartime ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
U.S. pact with U.A.E may help Iran go nuclear ... by Congressman Brad Sherman in Washington, D.C.
ARTS
Arranged is a refreshing film for a world thirsty for Jewish-Muslim friendship... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
Orchestral music with touches of India and Native Canada on tap at TICO concert... by David Amos in San Diego
An interview with opera star Sylvie Valayre... by Carol Davis in San Diego
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service:Varied programming at JFS College Avenue Older Adult Center
Lawrence Family JCC: Sport clinics and classes at Girls and Women's Sports Day
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Principal Lily for the Day at Soille Hebrew Day
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 18, 1950: (Untitled Humor)
August 18, 1950: Tifereth Israel News
August 18, 1950: San Diego Birdie Stodel, Chapt. 92
August 18, 1950: New Books at Library
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Adrien Brody learns how not to mix a drink from Martha Stewart
Mama Mia in Yiddish and English
Sid Caesar and Nanette Fabray argue to Beethoven's 5th
Yale Strom plays klezmer and interviews in Bialystok
THE MIDDLE EAST
Frontline resident's wartime diary, Jan. 14 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Americans should let Gaza dust settle before making new peace proposals ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Obama sure to bring fresh Mideast ideas ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
JUDAISM
Chumashim declared 'better' than Bakugan ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
ARTS
Thursdays With the Songs of Hal Wingard:
#290 Bumble Bee
#20 Flitty Fly
#80 The Animal in Us
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service: San Diego Opera Ensemble to perform at College Avenue Older Adult Center
Lawrence Family JCC: Day of Emerging Filmmakers to feature Carlsbad High student documentary
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Hebrew Day students experience solidarity with Israel
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: You Name It
August 4, 1950: Democracy Defended
August 4, 1950: News of the Fox
August 4, 1950: Back in Service
August 4, 1950: (Untitled Humor)
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES .
Bette Midler reminisces on the next to last Johnny Carson show
Gertrude Berg (Molly Goldberg) on "What's My Line?"
Sasha Baron Cohen as "Borat" on David Letterman Show
THE MIDDLE EAST
Wartime diary of a frontline resident, Jan. 13 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
How Israeli TV covers ... and covers the war ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Hamas is divided over goals of its war ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Jewish communities highly valued in Morocco and elsewhere in Muslim world ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
The Jews Down Under, A roundup of Jewish news in Australia and New Zealand... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne, Australia
—Australian Jew killed in Afghanistan
—Thousands honour fallen Jewish soldier
—Police probe attack on Jewish man
—New Zealand priest defaces Rabin Memorial
—Magen David burnt but action unlikely
—Tennis star Peer targeted in anti-Israel protests
—Israeli tennis stars in Australian Open
—Australian Jewry show support for Israel
ARTS
The Perfect Poem ... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service: Balance class at College Avenue Older Adult Center
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Remembering Rabbi Soille at Hebrew Day School
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 18, 1950: For Your Pleasure
August 18, 1950: Charley Adams, the “Newsboy”
August 18, 1950: Council of Jewish Women Garden Party
August 18, 1950: Are You A Member of ‘Society’?
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Allan Sherman parodies "Downtown"
Nigerian Christian pilgrims salute Israel on its 60th birthday
Theodore Bikel and Judy Collins sing "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine."
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Now Israel's reserve units go into Gaza ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Pitfalls for U.S. presidential peacemaking ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Israel, Jews have more friends than we know ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Sometimes it really is that simple ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
ARTS
A Ladino song of nightingales ... and romance ... by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego
L.A. bureau chief has play time in London ... by Cynthia Citron in London
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service: Health programming at College Avenue Older Adult Center
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School: Hebrew Day students brighten Chanukah at College Avenue Older Adult Center
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 18, 1950: Volunteers For Blood Bank Needed
August 18, 1950: Beth Jacob Consecrates New Building August 20
August 18, 1950: A Challenge to Educators! {Editorial}
August 18, 1950: A Letter From Paris {From Ida Nasatir}
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Fannie Brice performs "When A Man Loves A Woman"
Mort Sahl on the Steve Allen Show, 1960
Sigmund Freud
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Hamas steps up rocket fire during Israel's 3-hour breaks to render aid to Gaza civilians ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
The Gaza War and Israel's elections... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Diary of an Israeli marathon runner ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel
ARTS
Learning from history and science fiction ... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
Story behind the story debunking the story... by Dan Bloom in Taipei, Taiwan
LIFESTYLES
From icicles to hummingbirds... by Sheila Orysiek in San Diego
SPORTS
A bissel sports trivia with Bruce Lowitt... in Oldsmar, Florida
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service: Art, acting and music on tap at College Avenue Older Adult Center
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: Jewish War Veterans
August 4, 1950: J.C.R.A.
August 4, 1950: Jewish War Veterans Auxiliary
August 4, 1950 Auxiliary Hebrew Home For the Aged
August 4, 1950: Council of Jewish Women
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Leon Trotsky, his life in pictures
Shelley Berman gets a singing lesson from Dean Martin
Victor Borge and the page turner
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
War diary of a frontline resident--Jan. 9, 10 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
The Gaza War and the propaganda war ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Can Israel pursue war and keep its values? .... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Dissecting the U.N. resolution on Gaza ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
Israel's goal should be Hamas defeat... by Morton A. Klein and Dr. Daniel Mandel
Dueling protests in San Diego's Balboa Park ... by Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal in San Diego
LETTERS
Peres Peace Center's efforts continue, even in wartime ... from Ron Pundak in Tel Aviv
JUDAISM
Sefardic 'table,' Ashkenazic 'tablecloth' ... by Rabbi Baruch Lederman in San Diego
ARTS
Collages reflect stages of artist's life ... By Norman and Roberta Greene in La Jolla, California
Amos constructed interesting band-to-orchestra programming for TICO ... by Eileen Wingard in San Diego
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Community Foundation: An invitation to a special movie,We Must Remember
Jewish Family Service: Hola Amigos! JFS offers Spaish class at College Avenue Older Adult Center
San Diego Jewish Academy: San Diego Jewish Academy (K-12) Open House on Wednesday, February 4
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: Beth Jacob Congregation
August 4, 1950: Beth Jacob Sisterhood
August 4, 1950: Center Day Camp Closes Fourth Successful Year
August 4, 1950: Opens New Play
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Eddie Cantor sings "Makin Whoopee"
Rudolph Serkin plays 3rd movement of Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata
Yehudi Menuhin plays 3rd movement of Paganini's Concerto No. 1
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Amid fear of a new war front, international marathon is run at the Sea of Galilee ... by Ulla Hadar in Tiberias, Israel
Fighting, talking and praying over Gaza War ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Some Palestinians, Israelis allied for peace ... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
LETTERS
Bias against Israel, not international law, basis of latest Union-Tribune Op-Ed attack ... by J.J. Surbeck in Encinitas, California
The many ways the Jewish Agency helps the residents of embattled southern Israel ... by Meir Boaz in Los Angeles
LIFESTYLES
Jewish cultural, historical, religious myths ... by David Benkof in New York
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: A Letter from Mid-Atlantic from Ida Nasatir
August 4, 1950: S.D. Bay City B’nai B’rith Women, 713
August 4, 1950: News of the Fox
August 4, 1950: Tifereth Israel Synagogue
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Frida Kahlo tribute
Helen Suzman tribute
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Ibim Student Village professionals keep working, even under fire, to help new olim ... by Soni Singer in Ibim, Israel
Taking a war break to run a marathon... by Ulla Hadar in Tiberias, Israel
Three 'West Bank' views of the Gaza War ... by Yarden Frankl in Neve Daniel, Israel
Remember those who urged moderation towards Hitler? Some say same for Hamas ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Ceasing Fire and scripting Israel's conditions ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
LETTERS
Moral clarity in Gaza ... from Shlomo Dubnov in San Diego
Our job is to help the IDF ... from Howard Feldman in San Diego
'Our soldiers continue to clean up Gaza ...'from Reuven Meir in Tel Aviv
ARTS
Thursdays with the songs of Hal Wingard:
#63, Wintersong
#76, Out On The Road
#122, Seasons of Love
A machiah: the memories of our youth... by Carol Davis in Escondido, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: Thrift Shop
August 4, 1950: An Invitation {Zionist Cultural Group}
August 4, 1950: Matt Strauss Wins Scholarship
August 4, 1950: Benefit Garden Tea
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Barbra Streisand interviews Golda Meir on Israel's 30th anniverary, then sings Hatikvah
George Jessel as mystery guest on 'What's My Line?'
Michael Rabin as a 15-year-old prodigy plays "Tambourin Chinois" by Fritz Kreisler
COMMUNITY WATCH
Jewish Family Service: Heart and Soul Gala 2009
United Jewish Federation: Keynote Speaker Howard Fineman shares his views on Obama, American politics
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Front Line Resident's Diary—January 6 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
'U.N. sources' in Gaza are Hamas spokesmen ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Gaza war may vindicate Olmert on Lebanon—by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Gaza war indicates Mideast realignment ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington, D.C.
AUSTRALIA
The Jews Down Under, a roundup of Australian Jewish news ... by Garry Fabian in Melbourne:
—New minister joins Victorian Front Bench
—Witnessing the miracle of Chanukah
—Israel solidarity rally
LETTERS
Readers recommend Internet flicks on Middle East ... from Eyal Dagan and Hillel Mazansky in San Diego
Historic Bible for Swearing In ... from Matthew Farrauto in Washington, D.C.
LIFESTYLES
Avoiding overload in this new year... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
August 4, 1950: Fund Appeal to Re-Open Drive In September and October
August 4, 1950: Democracy vs. Demagogism (Editorial)
August 4, 1950: For Your Pleasure…
August 4, 1950: Cottage of Israel
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Albert Einstein discusses Israel
Itzhak Perlman plays klezmer
Jerry Seinfeld and the dentist, (Yiddish and English)
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Front Line Resident's Diary—January 5-6 ...by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Sha'ar Hanegev mayor praises wartime actions of Army, Israeli citizens and friends ... by Mayor Alon Schuster in Sha'ar Hanegev
Others see Israel's fighters as the IDF, but for Israelis they are children, spouses, parents ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Assessing the war's future political impact ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
LETTERS
Jewish Agency helping families in Southern Israel ... from Boaz Meir in Los Angeles
ARTS
A traditional Jewish prayer for peace...by Cantor Sheldon Merel in San Diego, with an audio clip of him singing Hashkivenu.
LIFESTYLES
Advice for 'new kids on the block' .... by Natasha Josefowitz in La Jolla, California
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 21, 1950: S.D.Birdie Stodel B’nai B’rith Chapter No. 92
July 21, 1950: San Diego Bay City B’nai B’rith Women, Chapter 713
July 21, 1950: Jewish War Veterans Auxiliary
August 4, 1950: San Diego Histadrut Opens 1950 Israel Histadrut Campaign For Funds
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES {Click here for previous selections}
Benny Goodman Quintet Live
Camille Pissarro slide show
COMMUNITY WATCH
Lawrence Family JCC: 2009 film festival features 50 top films with visiting actors, filmmakers, guests
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Front Line Resident's Diary—January 4 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Keeping the hell of war within bounds .... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
Hamas’ destruction is Israel’s purpose ... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Why Fatah has muted reaction to Gaza War ... by Shoshana Bryen in Washington D.C.
Limiting media rights during wartime ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California
Israel's use of power insures future peace ... by Sheila Oysiek in San Diego
LETTERS
Where was the outcry over rocket attacks on Israel? ...from Carol Davis in San Diego
ARTS
Encyclopaedia of exotic Judaica enchants ... by Joel Moskowitz in La Jolla, California
LIFESTYLES
Restaurant Week: great way to forget 2008... by Lynne Thrope in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 21, 1950: Council Inaugurates New Program
July 21, 1950: Jr. Pioneer Women
July 21, 1950: J.C.R.A
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Isaac Stern rehearses Mozart concerto in Beijing
Marc Chagall slide show
Yair Nitzani explains the "three kinds of Jews"
COMMUNITY WATCH
Lawrence Family JCC: Reclaim, Rework, Recreate: The Gotthelf Goes Green
GAZA-ISRAEL WAR
Front Line Resident's Diary—January 2-3 ... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Who, if anyone, wants to rule Gaza? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
The intricate calculus of war and morality... by Donald H. Harrison in San Diego
LETTERS
Miko Peled column on Gaza situation in San Diego Union-Tribune draws rebuttals ... from Gerry Burstain in Escondido and J.J. Surbeck in Encinitas
ARTS
Jewish history helps father, son reconcile ... by Gail Feinstein Forman in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 21, 1950: Beth Jacob Sisterhood
July 21, 1950: Beth Jacob Congregation
July 21, 1950: Temple Sisterhood
July 21, 1950: Cottage of Israel
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Amedeo Modigliani—A review of the Italian Jewish artist's paintings, especially his long-necked women
Jascha Heifetz plays Paganini Caprice No. 24—There may possibly have been some violinists as good as Heifetz, but none better!
Marilyn Monroe-Jack Benny comedy sketch, 1953 ... On a cruise Jack Benny dreams he is with Marilyn Monroe, and, by golly, he is!
WAR IN GAZA
Aliyah continues despite Gaza War ... by Ze'ev Bielski in Jerusalem
Should Israel be the David or Goliath?... by Rabbi Dow Marmur in Jerusalem
Explosive New Year 2009 in Israel, Gaza... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
Choice between better and lesser peace ... by Bruce Kesler in Encinitas, California
LETTERS
San Diegan finds Israel calm in wartime... from Guenter Cohn in Ramat Bet Shemesh
LIFESTYLES
Resolution for more balance in 2009... by Sara Appel-Lennon in San Diego
ARTS
Morton Gould: A personal tribute (Part II)... by David Amos in San Diego
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 21, 1950: News of the Fox
July 21, 1950: S.D. Lasker Hi-Lites
July 21, 1950: Beth Jacob Ladies Auxiliary
July 21, 1950: Labor Zionist Organization~Chaim Weitzmann Branch of San Diego
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Al Jolson singing "The Wedding Song"
Groucho Marx singing "Its Only Money"with Frank Sinatra, 1951
Jonas Salk tells Academy of Achievement about discovery of polio vaccine
WAR IN GAZA
Hamas increases the circumference of danger with the firing of bigger rockets... by Ulla Hadar in Kibbutz Ruhama, Israel
The great debate in Israel: how much more warfare before Hamas learns its lesson? ... by Ira Sharkansky in Jerusalem
LETTERS
Jewish Agency for Israel puts war diaries online ... from Boaz Meir in Los Angeles
NATIONAL
Nixon Library provides a 7-year-old with introduction to U.S. presidential history ... by Donald H. Harrison in Yorba Linda, California
ARTS
Thursdays with the Music of Hal Wingard:
—39, No Reason
—197, Softly, Love
—139, Love
ADVENTURES IN SAN DIEGO JEWISH HISTORY
July 21, 1950: You Name It
July 21, 1950: Cross Discussion
July 21, 1950: Alpha Phi Pi
July 21, 1950: Cushman Publishes New Weekly
JEWISH INTERNET FAVORITES
Jerry Lewis "typewriter" skit from Who's Minding the Store?
Milton Berle vs. Arnold Stang
Milton Berle vs. Statler and Waldorf (Muppets)