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Damages of Seeing found in the Talmud and in Maimonidess Laws of Neighbors are the Laws of Damages of Hearing hearing what was not intended to be heard. In this regard, Rabbi Yaacov Yeshya Bloi asserts that even though an earlier halachist, Rabbi Eliyahu Mizrachi, had ruled that one cannot force a neighbor to build a soundproof wall, still it is forbidden to listen in to the conversations of others, stressing it is despicable to eavesdrop on the words of others not meant for you to hear. Clearly our tradition recognizes and protects the value of privacy and condemns the act of eavesdropping. Now the question is, at what point are these values to be set aside for national security? And of
course, who is to be trusted in determining the demands of national security? What about the individual who leaks information about the country damaging national security for the sake of the rights and the privacy of its citizens? That we shall leave to others to sort out. Brace yourselves: Weve got a hot summer ahead.
Rivy Poupko Kletenik is an internationally renowned educator and Head of School at the Seattle Hebrew Academy. If you have a question thats been tickling your brain, send Rivy an e-mail at rivy.poupko.kletenik@gmail.com.
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In a smaller shop we wear many hats. Galit Ezekiel, who was honored with the Pamela Waechter Jewish Communal Professional Award earlier this week. See the story on page 10.
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One who is not deprived and lacks nothing can ever feel the pangs or the yearnings of another who is not fortunate enough to have achieved even a small degree of success.
After this month ends, Moshe Kletenik will no longer be rabbi of Bikur Cholim Machzikay Hadath, but he will be plenty busy in Seattles Orthodox community.
Maria Erlitz, who has served as head of school not once, but twice, at the Jewish Day School, plans to slow down a bit after her retirement from there but not much.
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That was the question members of the Seattle Yiddish Group posed to a master linguist whose academic career is based upon the study of Jewish languages, some of them started in the unlikeliest of places.
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From the Jewish Transcript, June 18, 1962. As Temple Beth Am prepares to welcome two new rabbis to its congregation one permanent, one interim as Rabbis Beth and Jonathan Singer depart, more than half a century ago the Northend Seattle temple welcomed the Singers predecessor, Rabbi Norman Hirsh, who served there for more than 30 years.
When Herzl-Ner Tamid Conservative Congregations senior rabbi officiated his first same-sex wedding, it signaled a new era for the Mercer Island synagogue.
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Herb and Lucy Pruzan have an extensive collection of fine Northwest art, which is now being showcased at the Tacoma Art Museum.
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A temple turns 10
Settle Your Disputes
by Mike Selinker & Gaby Weidling
Yom huledet sameach! Congregation Kol HaNeshamah in West Seattle celebrates its 10th anniversary on June 21. Founding rabbi Michael Adam Latz will be in attendance, along with former interim rabbi Anson Laytner and current rabbi Zari Weiss. The celebration includes a potluck dinner, kabbalat Shabbat service, a video
She added that every single person becomes an integral part of the community. A lot of congregations have a commitment to welcome LGBT people, she said. But here at KHN its part of who we are, and it informs so much of our ethics. The congregation now has 130 household units, Abrahams said. It provides Hebrew school and educational programs
Kol HaNeshamahs music ensemble performs the liturgy during a recent Shabbat service.
History teaches us that men and nations behave wisely once they have exhausted all other alternatives, said statesman Abba Eban, reflecting a deep divide about how to handle territories disputed by neighboring countries. It is hard enough for a person to believe something belongs to him and not get it, let alone for a country to do so. But settle these disputes we must. Here, ten nations face off over the boundaries of their reach.
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presentation, and speeches, as well as a song presentation given by our ensemble, plus various toasts including a rabbis toast and founders toast, a song of celebration and a cake-cutting ceremony, said executive director Sheila Abrahams. On June 23, Kol HaNeshamah will continue its anniversary celebration with its Torah Restoration Project event. Rabbi Simon Benzaquen, a sofer (scribe), has been working since mid-May to repair their almost 100-year-old Torah, which was used by the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II. The community received a match challenge for donations toward the restoration project from local Jewish philanthropists Marleen and Ken Alhadeff. Kol HaNeshamah started in June 2003 and quickly became known by word of mouth. Kol HaNeshamah was the brainchild of a dozen founders who all got together at an Asian restaurant in West Seattle, Buddha Ruksa, and brainstormed ideas for founding the congregation, Abrahams said. Well have dishes from that restaurant to remember the founding of Kol HaNeshamah. Clearly, they were meeting a need. We photocopied prayer books and had enough for 40 people, but 90 showed up, said Latz. We didnt have a plan to grow we just grew. Originally called West Seattles Progressive Synagogue Community, the name Kol HaNeshamah was born at a retreat near Mount Rainier during a morning meditation session. The community is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, and meets on the first and third Friday and Saturday of the month at the Alki United Church of Christ. Part of the essence of the synagogue is our commitment to radical inclusivity, said Weiss. That was part of the founding and continues to this day. Its a place where many people who maybe didnt feel at home in other communities can feel at home in Kol HaNeshamah.
for children and adults. Adult classes include a progressive Yeshiva, Weiss said, where participants study contemporary issues by looking at Jewish and contemporary texts and then applying progressive values to those issues. Weiss is trained as a spiritual director, a newer position in the Jewish community, she said. She works with congregants to help deepen and explore their relationship with God. Its become much more rooted as a community, said Weiss. These are people who have been though the different cycles of life with each other. Members are encouraged to help provide for the needs of the congregation, such as giving services during the High Holidays and cooking meals for each other, Latz said. Because the synagogue highly regards inclusivity, members do not need to buy tickets for the high holidays, or other things that might keep people out. Adult Bnai Mitzvahs are also common. This year, eight members who never had the opportunity for the rite of passage as young adults signed up for Bnai Mitzvah. Latz said he is looking forward to coming back for the weekend. Im so proud to see what the new rabbi is doing, and have continued to be very proud, said Latz. The people at Kol HaNeshamah are an incredible, loving, talented, smart and dedicated group of folks, he said. Theyre bringing life into Judaism and care about each other. Latz noted the congregation was influenced by the book Finding a Spiritual Home: How a New Generation of Jews Can Transform the American Synagogue, by Rabbi Sidney Schwarz. We strive to understand what it means to be Jews and a Jewish community in the 21st century, Weiss said. As the world changes dramatically, we look at how Judaism needs to change with it.
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tee at Jewish Family Service, among other What is the role of the American volunteer and board positions. Orthodox rabbi today? Its a question with In 2008, he was granted the King more than one answer, and its a question County Coalition Against Domestic VioSouth Seattles Orthodox synagogues have lence Take Action award. Kletenik heads been struggling with for years. the beit din (religious court) with the Rabbi Moshe Kletenik joined Bikur Vaad HaRabanim of Greater Seattle and Cholim Machzikay Hadath in 1994 with the presides over gittin, Jewish divorce. goal of creating a community of learners. Kletenik furthermore oversees three There isnt a single encounter with the critical institutions run by BCMH for the synagogue that doesnt involve learning, Jewish community: The mikvah, eruv, and he told JTNews. I think there are many, chevra kadisha burial many more people society. Each of these who study Torah on requires halachic a daily basis. authority, which the For the past 19 synagogue will lack years, Kletenik has come next month. offered classes and According to study groups in halBCMH board presachah (Jewish law), ident Dan Birk, a Mishna, the weekly matrix of local rabbis Torah portion, and will be stepping up to celebrated a siyum help, and Orthodox haShas, the compleUnion-appointed tion of the sevenrabbis will be availyear cycle of daily Emily K. Alhadeff able for halachic Talmud study. His Rabbi Moshe Kletenik in the beit midrash. questions if they arise. wife Rivy compleBirk said said the first step, before mented his offerings with talks on Tanach, forming a rabbi search committee, is to Midrash, Mussar, Pirke Avot, and more. figure out what the community wants. But as of June 30, Rabbi Kletenik will Our shul is a very diverse group of no longer be the rabbi of the states largest people, he told JTNews. We need a person Ashkenazi Orthodox synagogue. In a conthat can understand the need of the comtroversial board move last summer, KletemunityIn my mind, its all about achdus niks contract was not extended. [unity] and getting along under one roof. Speaking with JTNews in his office at Kletenik will not be involved in BCMHs BCMH, Kletenik reflected positively upon future plans, but confirmed he will stay in his tenure. Seattle. Starting July 1, he will work for the One of the truly rewarding aspects of Vaad, where he plans to expand its services being a rabbi is the opportunity to become and educational programming and give the involved in peoples lives, especially at critbeit din more visibility. ical times during their lives, he said. Among the services he hopes to expand Torah study leads to action, and this is business-dispute mediation. philosophy is evident given Kleteniks The Torah has guidance as to how expertise on business, medical, and interwe are to act in every aspect of our lives, personal ethics. In addition to expanding he said. Whether it is our personal lives, learning initiatives, Kletenik constantly whether it is our professional lives, in consults on ethical matters, including terms of our interactions with others, end-of-life issues, healthcare directives, with Jews in the broader community, if and wills. one follows the dictates of the Torah in The teachings of Torah that we find terms of how we speak to others and about within the Talmud, codes of Jewish law, others, how we interact with others and responsa literature throughout the we become better Jews and better human centuries are current and can address any beings, and valuable members of society issue and any challenge that arises in a But people make their own choices, and meaningful way, he said. That is what rabbis can only teach. Jewish ethics is about. Walking through BCMHs beit midrash The more people become aware of it, (study room), where hes studied and the more people seek out guidance. taught for two decades, Kletenik appears In addition to advising his congregamomentarily wistful. But he expresses tion, Kletenik initiated and chaired Jewish optimism at the future of Orthodox life Medical Ethics Conferences throughout the and reflects positively on the changes hes 1990s, and has lectured locally and nationseen around him. ally on ethical issues concerning organ If you look at the national statistics, I donations, pregnancy, and end-of-life think more and more people are recognizissues. He served as president of the Rabing the value of the Torah lifestyle and the binical Council of America from 2009 to richness and beauty and meaningfulness, 2011, sat on Governor Christine Gregoires he said. As an Orthodox rabbi, it is cerFaith Advisory Board (2007-2009), and is a tainly my hope that people will choose to member of the Kline Galland Home Health be guided by the dictates of the Torah and Hospice Ethics Committee and the and so many people are. Holocaust Emergency Assistance Commit-
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Federation grants will strengthen Jewish life
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle will award more than $2.4 million in Community Campaign grants to 48 programs and projects that will strengthen Jewish life in our community, Israel and around the world. The grants will be awarded for fiscal year 2014, which begins July 1. Details about the grants are available online at jewishinseattle.org/2014community-campaign-grants. Our grants reflect the creativity of Seattles Jewish community as well as our strong connection with the global Jewish community, said Shelley Bensussen, Board Chair of the Jewish Federation. In partnership with more than 3,000 generous donors, the Jewish Federation is supporting essential services for people in need, expanding Jewish engagement opportunities for children and adults, and enriching Jewish life in Seattle, Israel and around the world. The Federation decided this year to go deep with grantsto make impactful grants that would provide a significant boost to programs meeting both ongoing and emerging community needs. The Federation is in the second year of its funding model, which focuses on four Impact Areas: 1) Helping Our Local Community in Need 2) Strengthening Global Jewry 3) Experiencing Judaism: Birth to Grade 12 4) Building Jewish Community: Post Grade 12 The Federation is advancing Jewish life in numerous exciting ways as it builds on investments made in 2012. Jewish Education The Federation is continuing its substantial investment in day schools, with an award of $306,000 for tuition scholarships available to eligible students attending Jewish Day School, Seattle Jewish Community School, Menachem Mendel Seattle Cheder, Torah Day School and Northwest Yeshiva High School. In addition, the Federation awarded $113,500 for Jewish camping, $76,000 in Israel incentive and need-based scholarship grants, and $10,000 for Taglit-Birthright Israel trips. Day schools, camping and Israel experiences are instrumental in developing and strengthening Jewish identity. In addition, the Federation has deepened its commitment to programs helping people with special needs, consistent with our obligation to ensure that all in our community are served. The Federation granted $50,000 to The Friendship Circle of Washington and $75,000 to Jewish Family Service for the Seattle Association of Jews with Disabilities program. North End Focus Still another area of emphasis is supporting early childhood education, day camp and other engagement opportunities for the growing Jewish population in north Seattle. The Federation awarded $15,000 to the Jewish Junction and $40,000 to the Stroum Jewish Community Centers day camp on the Seattle Jewish Community School campus. Bringing to life Jewish history and culture was another area of focus. For example, the Federation awarded $19,400 to the Washington State Jewish Historical Society for an exhibit at the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), entitled, Whos Minding the Store: A Celebration of 150 Years of Jewish Business and Commerce. Israel Programs Deepening connections with Israel is at the core of enriching Jewish life. The Federation awarded $552,315nearly one-fourth of its total grantsto the Jewish Agency for Israel and the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee for humanitarian assistance and to Fiscal Year 2014 Allocations by Impact Area
Building Jewish Community: Post Grade 12 15% Helping Our Local Community in Need 16%
strengthen Jewish communities in Israel and overseas. In addition, the Federation awarded $112,457 for Partnership2Gether programs, as well as $76,500 benefiting our Israel partner communities of Kiryat Malachi and Hof Ashkelon. The Federation is proud to serve as a
bridge that connects our generous donors with the many amazing projects that expand and enrich Jewish life in Seattle and beyond, Federation Interim President & CEO Nancy Greer said. We look forward to the many important outcomes our grantees will achieve in the coming year.
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said. Now the kids can ask, What kind of animals live in the rainforest? I want to research that. Every student in the class will study the rainforest, but in their own way. The school has been working on a fiveyear strategic plan in conjunction with the Samis Foundation and Seattle Pacific University, but with the technology moving so quickly, its difficult to make decisions based upon what computers are available today if their basic capabilities
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Beyond Yiddish
Janis Siegel JTNews Correspondent
Let my people go may be one of the most recognizable Jewish phrases, but Moses likely said it in a language that most Jews wouldnt even recognize today, said Harvard comparative literature professor and linguistic scholar Marc Shell. After all, Shell told the audience of 25 at the Seattle Yiddish Groups June meeting, Moses spoke Egyptian throughout the first 40 years of his life, and probably some sort of Midianite language during the next four decades once he fled to the desert. Returning to Egypt and communicating through his brother Aaron would have been a challenge for Moses, because in addition to his compromised speech noted in the Biblical story, hed been away for quite some time. What language does Moses speak when he speaks to Pharaoh? asked Shell, who proved to be a master of the rhetorical question throughout his remarks. Does he speak Egyptian, does he speak Midianite, or does he speak Hebrew? Shell is the co-director of the Lilly Center for Jewish Language and Literature at Harvard, co-founder and co-director of the Longfellow Institute for the Study of Non-English Languages, and a MacArthur fellow. He has taught several languages, including Judeo-Spanish, Judeo-Aramaic, Yiddish, Judeo-Greek, and Judeo-Chinese. The Yiddish group invited Shell to answer the larger question of how globalization might affect the survival of Jewish languages. What is happening to the Yiddish language? asked Murray Meld, the Yiddish groups co-chair, as he introduced the topic. We all know it has a lot of diversity, but with globalization, is it going to be used? From his vantage point, Meld sees a resurgence of curiosity for the Yiddish language from a variety of people. American Jews, young and old, are being caught up in the revival of interest in Yiddish language and culture, he told JTNews. Shell said that among the nearly 6,700 languages spoken throughout the world today, globally Jews speak dozens of variations of some form of the original Hebrew beyond the more commonly used Eastern European Yiddish and the Mediterranean Ladino. To illustrate his point, he used examples from his own background. Among my Jewish friends, recalled Shell, the language in the home could be Judeo-Arabic, Ladino, two or three kinds of Judeo-Greek, three branches of JudeoKurd, all of them different from each other, and one or two kinds of Yiddish, one inflected toward the Slavic element, and one inflected toward the Germanic element, and other languages, as well. So, for me, a Jewish language does not mean Yiddish, nor does it mean even principally Yiddish because you can see in this list, which might go on, that Yiddish plays only a small role. Languages are influenced by their geo-
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Professor and linguistic scholar Marc Shell talks to the Seattle Yiddish Group.
graphic location, their placement in a historical period, and their linguistic uniqueness, he said. A Jewish language, he added, is a language that has elements of Aramaic or Hebrew, where Hebrew somehow plays a role in its defining characteristic. Take, for instance, Judeo-Persian, said Shell. When Persian was first written down, it wasnt written using the Persian alphabet, it was written down using the Hebrew alphabet. Judeo-Malayalam is one of the three Judaic languages of the Indian subcontinent. Its one of the only Jewish languages which are not written in the Hebrew alphabet. Jewish languages have covered the globe, he said, mainly because of the consistent writing system that has allowed Judaic languages to flourish and to last over time. Judeo-Chinese is a humanistic language, continued Shell. On the one
hand, Chinese goes vertically. On the other hand, Hebrew goes horizontally, so theres a meeting point. Also, Chinese is a representational writing system or alphabet, whereas the Hebrew alphabet is essentially nonrepresentational. Ladino, a form of Judeo-Spanish, he said, developed in the Iberian Peninsula and was exported to many parts of the world. That, he said, is also the history of Jewish languages. They develop within a culture and get exiled to other lands, far beyond their original borders. Cultural and social factors can also foster the development of a language. When women, for example, knew the Hebrew alphabet but were barred from writing Hebrew, theyd use the Hebrew alphabet to write down the words of local language, said Shell. This was very often the origin of a Judeo language.
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On June 6, Northwest Yeshiva High School students performed The Diary of Anne Frank to a full house at Youth Theatre Northwest.
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join the board. Susan Monas was I said of course, Susan inspired by her daughrecalls, because I believe in it. ter. Theres a lot of work to Shoshana Wineburg , be done in the relatively new the daughter in question, organization. spent nine months on a serTheres board developvice-learning project in Israel ment workmarketing and sponsored by the Israeli orga[a] media presence to estabnization Yahel. Yahel places lish, and its much harder participants in Gedera, Israel, than being on the board of a to live and work with its Ethimore established organizaopian immigrant population. tion, says Susan, a past presShoshana tutored English in Member of ident of Congregation Beth the high school, helped start Shalom in Seattle. Yahels an after-school program for the Tribe board is also small youth, and tutored and international, English to some and she wishes there adults to help their were more opporprofessional developtunities to meet face ment. to face. Susan says that As an at-large on the program, member, I do Shoshana developed my little bit, she confidence, leadersays, mostly getship skills, learned ting the word out about social justice, about Yahels proand acquired the grams. Those now ability to love Israel include spring break and criticize Israel at the same time. Courtesy Susan Monas and summer service Susan says her Susan Monas, left, calls her daughter, Shoshana learning for college students. The profamily has a long- Wineburg, an inspiration. grams are open to standing relationJews of all stripes, from all over North ship with Israel. Her husband travels America. there frequently for work and she often Meanwhile, Shoshana a graduate joins him. During one of those trips she of Stanford and the Pardes Institute is was studying at the Conservative Yeshiva back in Israel working for Yahel as coin Jerusalem and struck up a conversation facilitator of a six-week summer program with Rabbi Gail Diamond, a Yahel board for college students in Beer Sheva. Learnmember. Rabbi Diamond invited Susan to
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international efforts in all fields of ovarian cancer research. My lifes work has been committed to healing and helping people with cancer, and Swedish has supported me in every step, says the father of five and grandfa-
One of Seattles best-known medical doctors, Saul Rivkin, will retire on July 1. Swedish Cancer Institute, the oncology arm of Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, made the announcement. The 77-year-old oncologist is best known for his committed, tenacious approach to fighting cancer and the personal connection he has established with the thousands of patients he has cared for over the years. Sauls wife, Marsha, died from ovarian cancer in 1993. Out of personal tragedy came a renewed commitment to cancer investigation, and he founded the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research, housed at Swedish-First Hill. Under his guidance, the center has become a leader in
Oncologist Saul Rivkin, founder of the Marsha Rivkin Cancer Research Center, will retire at the start of July.
ther of seven. Finding a cure for ovarian cancer is my dream and I will continue to work toward that goal for as long as I am on this earth. I am forever grateful to those who have supported me on this journey. A graduate of University of Washington School of Medicine (1964), Saul joined Swedish in 1971 as one of the hospitals first medical oncologists and became a
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Audrey Covner and Diane Dougherty under the chuppah, their daughters by their sides.
Rosenbaum also cited HNTs 2011 scholar-in-residence Stephen Greenberg, an Orthodox rabbi and openly gay man and subject in the documentary Trembling Before G-d, as a positive influence. The Conservative movement approved same-sex marriages in 2006 and finalized the guidelines for wedding rituals in 2012. However, Conservative rabbis are not unified in their support.
Covner, a lawyer and activist who helped write the domestic partnership bill in California before moving to Washington, said she would have been happy with a 50-person backyard celebration. But the wedding, in part, was for the community: She wants to set a precedent for younger couples behind them. We fought so many yearsto see this happen that we want to acknowledge that
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In 1912 a personal jeweler opened a family-run store in downtown Seattle. Over a hundred years later, Ben Bridge Jeweler is still a family-run business, but one that has grown to more than 70 stores. Today, Bens grandsons Ed and Jon Bridge manage the company. They attribute Ben Bridges longevity and success to the companys commitment to quality and customer service. We want our customers to feel confident with every selection, explains Ed Bridge. Thats why Ben Bridge has more Certified Gemologists than any other jeweler in the country. Even after 100 years, Ben Bridge is still growing. This includes opening multiple stores dedicated to the wildly popular jewelry line, Pandora. As they look to the next 100 years, the Bridge family knows one thing will never change: Ben Bridge is dedicated to being your personal jeweler. Find locations at www.benbridge.com.
Cinema Books
Cinema Books is the film bookstore of the Northwest. Collections include biographies of movie stars and directors, glamorous picture books of Hollywood, posters, stills and cards of the stars, and technical filmmaking books for the novice or professional. They also carry criticism and reference film books to lead you to movies you may have missed. Call 206-547-7667 or visit www.cinemabooks.net.
Located in the heart of downtown Bellevue, Cast Iron Studios offers the Eastside an exciting, flexible space ideal for Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and more. Upon entering our large metal doors you are greeted with a dramatic staircase that winds down into an inviting urban retreat. Features include high ceilings, reclaimed wood, 15-foot bar with zinc top, and handcrafted metal details in a vintage industrial setting. From start to finish, their event planning team and attentive staff are dedicated to providing a one-of-a kind experience with the end goal being the perfection of your special event. Capacity for Cast Iron Studios is 200 seated, and up to 250 for standing receptions. For groups of up to 500 people, a full buyout of The Corner (including Cast Iron, Purple, and Lot No. 3) can be arranged. All spaces are connected internally. More information can be found at castiron-studios.com or by contacting their event planning team at 206-838-3853 or privateevents@heavyrestaurantgroup.com.
Whether its a wedding, birthday, anniversary, Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah, Embassy Suites Bellevue can help make your special day a dream come true, featuring a beautiful six-story garden atrium with lush tropical plants, river and cascading waterfalls, elegantly appointed ballrooms, delicious food, and two-room suites for your overnight guests. Choose one of their pre-planned menu options, or their executive chef is happy to accommodate custom menu requests. With a great location just off I-90, they offer plenty of free on-site parking. Book an event and mention this ad to receive 10 dozen complimentary hors doeuvres (minimum 50-person dinners). Not good with other offers. For more information call 425-698-6681 or visit www.seattlebellevue.embassysuites.com.
Throw a wedding, pitch a sale, have a ball. Since its inaugural game on July 15, 1999, Safeco Field has maintained a reputation as an unforgettable location for baseball and special events.Stunning views of the downtown Seattle skyline, breathtaking sunsets over the bay, state-of-the-art amenities and warm hospitality are a few of the reasons why the Zagat Guide lists the ballpark as one of the top attractions in town.Create a major
The Ben Bridge Signature Diamond pendant with a 1/6 ct. center diamond in beautiful 14K white gold.
Imagine your special day aboard a beautifully appointed yacht, with ever-changing views of Seattles skyline, surrounded by sparkling water and the scenic shorelines of Lake Union and Lake Washington. Waterways Cruises offers full service catering, event planning, a variety of wedding packages and elegant venues for receptions, rehearsal dinners, post-wedding brunch and other bridal events.
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league memory to last a lifetime with an unforgettable home plate wedding ceremony or Safeco Field reception.If youre looking for a unique, exciting and truly memorable setting to host a winning event, put Safeco Field in your lineup.The on-site event team and catering staff will create a grand slam. For more information, visit mariners.com/events or call 206-346-4228.
Greatest of Days
At Greatest of Days, they say, We Coordinate, You Celebrate! If you want your creativity and your personality to be represented throughout your event, they believe in brainstorming any idea.The most important thing for them to do is to listen.If you want a day with added touches that perhaps only have special meaning to you to help you relax or give you an extra smile, Greatest of Days can incorporate that into your celebration.If you want a celebration designed to match your personality, style and budget, they can introduce you to vendors who will become a handpicked team for your special day. Contact 206-604-1908 or jan@greatestofdays.com,or visit www.greatestofdays.com.
Let them help you begin your happily ever after. To plan your storybook wedding event, including ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and post-wedding brunches, call 425-2845810. Your catered wedding event includes: A selection of unforgettable flavors: Savory appetizers, an elegant sit-down meal, a menu that reflects your theme... Stunning tablescape, china, flatware, glassware and dance floor. Ideal space for five to 150 guests from the chic San Juan Ballroom to the inviting foyer to the more intimate Heathman Suite, Baker Room or Cascade Room. Special guestroom rates for group blocks of 10 rooms or more. Contact Candace Reed at creed@heathmankirkland.com or 425-284-5810 or visit www.heathmankirkland.com.
Fill the first chapter of your new life together with perfect memories at the boutique Heathman Hotel. Wine-countryinspired menus catered by their renowned Trellis Restaurant and a luxuriously stylish getaway for your guests and your first married stay...
Hotel 1000
Hotel 1000 in downtown Seattle opened in June 2006 and features 120 luxury guest rooms, BOKA Restaurant + BAR, Spaahh and The Golf Club. At Hotel 1000, genuine and
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eddings at the WAC. Where every moment reflects your unique style.
If youre looking for a unique, exciting and truly memorable setting for a winning event (home plate ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, engagement photos) put Safeco Field in your line-up. The on-site event team and catering staff will create a grand slam experience.
Dine and dance with friends and family surrounded by traditional elegance and our signature, personalized service. Every desired detail, from catering to cake to cocktails, expertly handled at your request. The memories of a lifetime guaranteed with your wedding celebration at the Washington Athletic Club.
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personalized service, leading-edge technology, and intimate yet spectacular accommodations redefine the luxury experience. Hotel 1000 offers distinctive amenities, anticipative service, and a customized experience tailored to any occasion. Located at 1000 First Ave. at the corner of Madison Street, Hotel 1000 is steps from the waterfront along Elliott Bay, and conveniently centered between Pike Place Market, Seattle Art Museum, the business district, and lively and historic Pioneer Square. Call 206-957-1000.
Jenny GG Photography
Jenny GGs approach to photography is fun, playful and rarely posed. Authenticity is important your photos should be about you and your love and the things that make you a couple; they should show the excitement and emotion from your wedding day. Jenny wants to create photographs that not only catch the special moments, but that will tell a story that you will treasure forever. She focuses on finding the fun and beauty that is naturally present in every situation. Candid is king, but during your portrait time, Jenny will always be looking for angles and opportunities to show your best self.Pricing and packages are listed on her website, but she is always happy to create a custom package to best fit your wedding day.Hope to hear from you soon! For more information visit jennygg.com or call 425-830-4421.
Located on the picturesque Seattle Waterfront in the heart of Emerald City, the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel is the ideal location to celebrate your special day. Take advantage of their outdoor patio for ceremonies and receptions, perfect for 150, or celebrate in style in the elegant state-of-the-art ballroom with seating for up to 500 guests. Their experienced staff is committed to authenticity, working with their certified Marriott wedding professionals to plan every detail, from securing the perfect photographer to developing and executing your menu. And, since theyre located just two blocks from Pike Place Market, they have the resources to deliver a carefully crafted farm-to-table culinary experience. In addition, they can accommodate all kosher needs. So sit back, relax and let them provide everything to set the stage for a memorable event that reflects your taste and honors your tradition. Catering sales department: Contact the sales administrative assistant at 206-2561022 or Jennifer.Stiles@marriott.com.
Create memories full of love, family and tradition at the Marriott Redmond Town Center, ideally located in Redmonds beautiful open-air shopping center and featuring a newly renovated ballroom with over 5,000 square feet of space. When planning your special day, you deserve to work with the very best. The Marriott Redmond Town Center appreciates your cultural nuances and can bring them to life in a way that is authentic, delicious, and leaves friends and family raving for years to come! Theyll handle the details, you just handle the compliments. Lchaim! For more information, contact 425-498-4040 or Julia.Crandall@marriott.com, or visit www.Marriott.com/seamc.
Voted by JTNews readers as 2012s Best Ketubah Artist in Washington State, Joan Lite Miller specializes in one-of-a-kind invitations for weddings and Bnai Mitzvah, custom ketubot, English and Hebrew calligraphy, expressive hand lettering, original paper-cuts and logo design. For more information, call 206-527-6320 or visit www.onionskindesign.com.
Pedersens
The Event Rental Experts Stylish party rentals including: Specialty linen Glassware China Cutlery Chair covers Designer chairs Tables Unique tabletop items Catering equipment 4500 4th Ave. S, Seattle. Call 206-719-5400 or visit www.pedersens.com.
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Let Embassy Suites SeattleBellevue help you create once-in-a-lifetime memories featuring delectable catering, superior service, and inviting spaces. We can help make your special day a dream come true.
WE OFFER FACILITIES FOR: s s s s s Weddings, receptions and rehearsal dinners Bar and Bat Mitzvahs Business meetings and retreats Company picnics, dinners and cocktail parties Family reunions and other private celebrations Contact our professional Catering Department at 425.698.6681 for more information or to book your next event.
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The Ruins
The Ruins is a private dining club in Lower Queen Anne with catering available to the public. The founder and creator, Joe McDonnal, built a mansion inside of a warehouse with a small garden area and four beautifully appointed rooms. The rooms used collectively can accommodate up to 150 for a seated dinner or 250 for a stand-up cocktail reception. From beginning to end, their professional staff and beautiful venue will offer you and your guests a truly unique and memorable experience. Contact The Ruins at 206-285-RUIN or visit www.theruins.net.
Shawns Kugel
Shawns Kugel is one of the best Klezmer bands in the Pacific Northwest. They specialize in getting guests to participate in folk dancing and horas at weddings,Bnai Mitzvah, and other lifecycle events. Shawns Kugel has released four CDs, with the latest being Odyssey. Check out Shawns Kugel on MySpace, CD Baby, or iTunes to hear some songs and learn more about this Northwest treasure. Contact 206-523-9298 or shawnsax@jps.net or visit pweb.jps.net/~shawnsax.
BEYOND MARVELOUS
The AAA Four Diamond Tulalip Resort Casino is among the premier destinations in Washington State offering luxurious accommodations, award-winning dining options, a rejuvenating spa, casino excitement, and world-class shopping. Tulalip Resort Casino offers extraordinary value with more than 30,000
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Realize the vision of your dream wedding. Prepare for your special day in a luxurious private bridal lounge and descend a breathtaking Cinderella staircase.
square feet of flexible event space. Options range from the 15,000-square-foot Orca Ballroom to more intimate gathering spaces. Whether its customized catering, dcor requests, or state-of-the-art technology, every need is addressed by a capable and conscientious staff. For more information about planning a special event at Tulalip Resort Casino, please contact sales@tulalipresort.com or 360716-6570 or visit www.tulalipresort.com.
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Personalized. Memorable. Timeless. Plan your all-inclusive event at the Washington Athletic Club, a historic landmark in the heart of downtown Seattle. Contemporary elegance and tradition define the Club. The WAC provides everything you need for a seamless day of celebration and tradition. Their Crystal Ballroom can accommodate up to 200 guests, while other rooms offer more-personalized settings for smaller groups. Whether you want guests to dance all night or enjoy an elegant dinner, or both, they can turn an event into a distinctive experience. A full-service day spa and 109-room inn offer room for all your guests. Make it a weekend and stay in one of their seven suites. Event packages are available and personalized with your contract. Evening parking included for guests in WAC garage. Make the Washington Athletic Club the choice for your special event. It would be their pleasure to assist you. For more information, please contact 206-464-3050 or catering@wac.net.
Waterways beautifully appointed yachts offer unique venues for weddings, rehearsal dinners, Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations, holiday events, birthdays, graduation and anniversary parties. Their yachts feature spacious interior salons for dining and live entertainment, open-air decks that are perfect for ceremonies, photography and viewing of the ever-changing shorelines, and onboard galleys and bars for full-service catering. Contact their event planners to schedule a tour of Waterways yachts! Call 206-2232060 for your event proposal or visit www.WaterwaysCruises.com for more information.
Waterways Cruises and Events will make your special occasion an unforgettable Northwest experience with the Seattle skyline and views of Lake Washington and Lake Union as the perfect backdrop for your celebration. Add exquisite cuisine prepared by their culinary team, professional event-planning services, and your personalized touches for lasting memories of your special event.
Woodland Park Zoo, one of Seattles most cherished community resources, is the perfect location for your next event! Set on 92 acres with over 300 species of animal, the zoo offers 17 unique venues to host your Bar/Bat Mitzvah, holiday party, picnic, meeting, wedding, family reunion or birthday party. Funds generated by your event help support the zoos quality animal care, education programs, and field conservation projects to help preserve wildlife species and habitats in the Northwest and around the world. For more information, contact groupsales@zoo.org or 206-548-2590, or visit www.zoo.org.
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The Terrace and Great Room at Hotel 1000. Its everything you want for your wedding or rehearsal dinner. To learn more, call 206.957.1000 or visit hotel1000seattle.com
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Attorneys
Law Office of Joseph Rome, PS Inc. 425-429-1729 jrome@josephrome.com www.josephrome.com Our law firm focuses on defending the rights of people who have been negligently injured or accused of a crime. Please contact me for a free consultation.
Dentists
Calvo & Waldbaum Toni Calvo Waldbaum, DDS Richard Calvo, DDS 206-246-1424 office@cwdentistry.com CalvoWaldbaumDentistry.com Gentle Family Dentistry Cosmetic & Restorative Designing beautiful smiles by Calvo 207 SW 156th St., #4, Seattle
Financial Services
Hamrick Investment Counsel, LLC Roy A. Hamrick, CFA 206-441-9911 rahamrick@hamrickinvestment.com www.hamrickinvestment.com Professional portfolio management services for individuals, foundations and nonprofit organizations.
Funeral/Burial Services
Hills of Eternity Cemetery Owned and operated by Temple De Hirsch Sinai 206-323-8486 Serving the greater Seattle Jewish community. Jewish cemetery open to all preneed and at-need services. Affordable rates Planning assistance. Queen Anne, Seattle
Insurance
Eastside Insurance Services Chuck Rubin and Matt Rubin 425-271-3101 F 425-277-3711 4508 NE 4th, Suite #B, Renton Tom Brody, agent 425-646-3932 F 425-646-8750 www.e-z-insurance.com 2227 112th Ave. NE, Bellevue We represent Pemco, Safeco, Hartford & Progressive
Care Givers
HomeCare Associates A program of Jewish Family Service 206-861-3193 www.homecareassoc.org Provides personal care, assistance with daily activities, medication reminders, light housekeeping, meal preparation and companionship to older adults living at home or in assisted-living facilities.
B. Robert Cohanim, DDS, MS Orthodontics for Adults and Children 206-322-7223 www.smile-works.com Invisalign Premier Provider. On First Hill across from Swedish Hospital.
Solomon M. Karmel, Ph.D First Allied Securities 425-454-2285 x 1080 www.hedgingstrategist.com Retirement, stocks, bonds, college, annuities, business 401Ks.
Seattle Jewish Chapel 206-725-3067 seattlejewishchapel@gmail.com Traditional burial services provided at all area cemeteries. Burial plots available for purchase at Bikur Cholim and Machzikay Hadath cemeteries.
Hospice Services
Warren J. Libman, D.D.S., M.S.D. 425-453-1308 www.libmandds.com Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics: Restorative Reconstructive Cosmetic Dentistry 14595 Bel Red Rd. #100, Bellevue
Newman Dierst Hales, PLLC Nolan A. Newman, CPA 206-284-1383 nnewman@ndhaccountants.com www.ndhaccountants.com Tax Accounting Healthcare Consulting
Michael Spektor, D.D.S. 425-643-3746 info@spektordental.com www.spektordental.com Specializing in periodontics, dental implants, and cosmetic gum therapy. Bellevue
Kline Galland Hospice 206-805-1930 susanr@klinegalland.org www.klinegallandhospice.org Kline Galland Hospice provides individualized care to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs of those in the last phases of life. Founded in Jewish values and traditions, hospice reflects a spirit and philosophy of caring that emphasizes comfort and dignity for the dying.
United Insurance Brokers, Inc. Linda Kosin lkosin@uib.com Trisha Cacabelos tcacabelos@uib.com 425-454-9373 F 425-453-5313 Your insurance source since 1968 Employee benefits Commercial business and Personal insurance 50 116th Ave SE #201, Bellevue 98004
Photographers
Dani Weiss Photography 206-760-3336 www.daniweissphotography.com Photographer Specializing in People. Children, Bnai Mitzvahs, Families, Parties, Promotions & Weddings.
College Placement
College Placement Consultants 425-453-1730 preiter@outlook.com www.collegeplacementconsultants.com Pauline B. Reiter, Ph.D. Expert help with undergraduate and graduate college selection, applications and essays. 40 Lake Bellevue, #100, Bellevue 98005
Wendy Shultz Spektor, D.D.S. 425-454-1322 info@spektordental.com www.spektordental.com Emphasis: Cosmetic and Preventive Dentistry Convenient location in Bellevue
Senior Services
Hyatt Home Care Services Live-in and Hourly Care 206-851-5277 Care@HyattHomeCare.com www.HyattHomeCare.com Providing adults with personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, errands, household chores, pet care and companionship. References and discounts available.
College Planning
Albert Israel, CFP College Financial Aid Consultant 206-250-1148 albertisrael1@msn.com Learn strategies that can deliver more aid.
Counselors/Therapists
Jewish Family Service Individual, couple, child and family therapy 206-861-3152 contactus@jfsseattle.org www.jfsseattle.org Expertise with life transitions, addiction and recovery, relationships and personal challenges all in a cultural context. Licensed therapists; flexible day or evening appointments; sliding fee scale; most insurance plans.
Jewish Family Service 206-461-3240 www.jfsseattle.org Comprehensive geriatric care management and support services for seniors and their families. Expertise with in-home assessments, residential placement, family dynamics and on-going case management. Jewish knowledge and sensitivity.
The Summit at First Hill retirement Living at its Best! 206-652-4444 www.summitatfirsthill.org The only Jewish retirement community in Washington State. Featuring gourmet kosher dining, spacious, light-filled apartments and life-enriching social, educational and wellness activities.
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Kol Haneshamah is a progressive and diverse synagogue community that is transforming Judaism for the 21st century.
6115 SW Hinds St., Seattle 98116 E-mail: info@khnseattle.org Telephone: 206-935-1590 www.khnseattle.org
Congregation Kol Ami (CKA) is a Reform congregation located in Woodinville. Led by Rabbi Mark Glickman, Kol Ami is a warm, intimate and dynamic community in which the Jewish ideals of worship, study and social action are fostered. Interfaith families and Jews by choice nd Kol Ami a welcoming and nurturing environment. Shabbat services are held most Friday evenings at 7:30 pm, while Saturday morning Torah services are typically held concurrently with Bnai Mitzvah celebrations. Services are lled with stirring song, heartfelt prayer, and astute commentary. After services, Onegs include delicious treats and beverages over which lifelong friendships have been forged. The outstanding religious school offers students in grades K7 creative programming in all aspects of Jewish learning, including Hebrew, Torah, ethics, prayer, holidays, Israel and Jewish history. Classroom instruction is enhanced by prayer services, guest lectures and exploration of Jewish thought throughout the ages. CKA offers adult-ed programs under the guidance of Rabbi Glickman, and there are high school and junior high school-age youth groups. The Kol Ami family offers opportunities for members to participate in committees and activities focused on the needs of the congregation, the community, and beyond. Among these opportunities are social action, ritual, nance, membership, communications, education, outreach, Sisterhood, and Brotherhood. Strong and enduring friendships have emerged from this mutual commitment to the enjoyment of one anothers company in a social setting, while working to improve ourselves, the community, and the world. For more information about Congregation Kol Ami and to view the schedule of events: www.kolaminw.org (425) 844-1604 admin@kolaminw.org
The premiere Reform Jewish camping experience in the Pacic Northwest! Join us for an exciting, immersive, and memorable summer of a lifetime! 425-284-4484 www.kalsman.urjcamps.org
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Temple De Hirsch Sinai is the leading and oldest Reform congregation in the Pacic Northwest. With warmth and caring, we embrace all who 206.323.8486 enter through our doors. www.tdhs-nw.org We invite you to share our past, and help 1511 East Pike St. Seattle, WA 98122 shape our future. 3850 156th Ave. SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
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For the past several years, students from Jewish schools in Seattle, Phoenix and Tucson have joined with students in their Israeli partner cities of Kiryat Malachi and the Hof Ashkelon region to contribute drawings to create an annual calendar. This years calendar, which is available for free from the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, had several local contributions. The students who drew these images explain below what inspired them to create their drawings.
Tali Edson The Jewish Day School, Bellevue I love winter. Winter is a very important season to me because I can ski and play in the snow. It always makes me happy when Im zooming down the steep hills of the white, snowy mountain. When I drew this picture I kept on thinking of the happiness I feel during winter, so I put all my joy into this drawing and hope that others will look upon this and feel the same thrill of energy I feel when I draw.
Julia Schwartz Congregation Beth Israel, Bellingham My artwork is a calendar in itself, with the months, their representations, and the moon in 12 different stages. When I learned about the Hebrew months, I knew I wanted to include them all, and that gave me the circle idea. I needed something more in my art, so I added the moon as an extra element in my piece.
Avi Kintzer and Binyamin Katsman Seattle Hebrew Academy, Seattle We decided to create a design about Purim. In our picture, we drew a hamentaschen, a cookie shaped like a triangle. It is filled with different sauces like strawberry jam or chocolate paste. We also drew mishloach manot, a basket filled with at least two different foods and anything else you want to give. Another thing we added was a mask because we dress up for Purim. Finally, we drew a megillah, which tells the story of Purim.
Benjamin OQuin Congregation Beth Shalom, Seattle Israel is like a tree; day in and day out it grows stronger, every season fighting against hardships. The tree also represents the Tree of Life and how the Tree of Life keeps growing. As the tree grows, its branches start to multiply, making many more branches. The Tree of Life is what Israel and the whole world depend on.
To order a calendar, contact Benjamina Menashe at benjaminam@jewishinseattle.org. See all of the artwork on display at The Summit at First Hill, 1200 University St., Seattle, through July.
The King County Library System recognizes strength and value within our communities, and we encourage all interested and qualified service providers to review our public bid construction project opportunities. For additional information, contact Kelly L. Iverson, Facilities Management Services Department, King County Library System: kiverson@kcls.org 425-369-3308
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For a complete listing of events, or to add your event to the JTNews calendar, visit calendar.jtnews.net. Calendar events must be submitted no later than 10 days before publication. into a book, Distant Replay. See exhibits from the book over mimosas, French toast, bagels, lox and more. $18 adult; $12 children under 12. At Island Crust Caf, 7525 SE 24th St., Mercer Island. 4 p.m. Guest Speaker Lillian BoraksNemetz
Rabbi Berel Paltiel at Rabbi@JewishSnohomish.com or 425-640-2811 or www.JewishSnohomish.com Lillian Boraks-Nemetz was incarcerated in the Warsaw Ghetto for 18 months as a child. She hid under a false identity until the war was over. Boraks-Nemetz is the author of a trilogy for young readers and two volumes of poetry, and teaches creative writing at the University of British Columbia. Mike Schanche of Congressman Rick Larsens office will share remarks on behalf of the congressman. $10 suggested donation. At Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County, 19626 76th Ave. W, Suite B, Lynnwood. 7 p.m. Hoedown at Helenes
Melissa Rivkin at mrivkin@nyhs.net or 206-232-5272 Join the NYHS community for a Texas hoedown with music by Yoni Goldstein and the Kosher Cowboys, delicious BBQ by Nosh Away and tons of fun. Put on your cowboy boots for a rocking night. $50. At the home of Helene Behar, Seattle. Call for address.
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NYHS annual meeting. At Northwest Yeshiva High School, 5017 90th Ave. SE, Mercer Island.
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Julie Varon at julievaron@gmail.com or 425-444-7253 or islandcrustcafe.com The Washington State Jewish Historical Society is compiling stories of local Jewish sports heroes
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7:30 p.m. Meet the New Face of Israeli Politics: Adi Koll
act.jSt.org/signup/Seattle_062713 Knesset member Adi Koll of the new Yesh Atid party will speak about the party, Israels prospects for peace, and the importance of Israeli and U.S. support for a two-state solution. At Herzl-Ner Tamid Conservative Congregation, 3700 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island.
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A Jewish cemetery that meets the needs of the greater Seattle Jewish community. Zero interest payments available. For information, call temple Beth am at 206-525-0915.
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Opens July 12 Hannah Arendt Film A new biopic tells the story of Hannah Arendt, the intense, German-born Jewish intellectual who introduced the concept of the banality of evil after reporting on the Eichmann Trials. The film opened the SIFF Women in Cinema program in 2013. At the Landmark Varsity Theater. Look online for showtimes and specific theater information. For more information visit www.landmarktheatres.com/Market/Seattle/Seattle_Frameset.htm.
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Tuesday, June 25 and Wednesday, June 26 at 7 p.m. Fifty Shades of Schwarz Author event Local author Ed Harris reads from Fifty Shades of Schwarz, a parody of Fifty Shades of Grey. Youll never look at a knish the same way again. Harris will also give a sneak preview of his next book, coming out this summer. On Tuesday at Island Books, 3014 78th Ave. SE, Mercer Island. On Wednesday at Park Place Books, 348 Parkplace Center, Kirkland.
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are obsolete in that time. Erlitz, holding up her iPhone with the Siri voice-recognition capability, wondered when all of computing would be voice activated. You want your first grader to learn to read? Let your first grader dictate their own story and have the words pop up, she said. I guarantee you that child can learn to read a lot faster than if they use Houghton Mifflin or Scott Foresman. One point of pride for Erlitz is maintaining the curriculum and quality of JDSs education in the wake of the recesWWnosh away Page 10
sion. Given the quality of Bellevues public schools, if you dont value Jewish, its a hard sell, because we have a hefty tuition, she said. Even in the recovery from 2008, people are not feeling like, Oh, I just have all this money and discretionary income, she said. Especially in the middle. The school did sign on 10 new students for the year that just ended, so we did kind of turn that curve, she said. As she wraps up her JDS career, Erlitz said shell miss the staff and teachers and especially the students, but she has trust that the schools leadership can and will continue to improve. I would work between hotels and the Vaad to ensure successful event, he said. Its an opportunity for other caterers to do kosher once in a while, he added, suggesting that high-end restaurateurs like Tom Douglas could expand their offerings in the kosher market. Another large caterer, On Safari, also does regular kosher events, preparing the meals in kashered kitchens. Klitzner expressed some relief to be done with catering. I had a good time, he said. We were involved in a lot of peoples simchas. I wouldnt have changed it, but its an opportunity for us to move on. Swedish, he will remain an essential part of the Rivkin Center team, providing critical guidance to everyone involved, says Clint Burwell, executive director of the center. The Rivkin Center is honoring Saul by creating the Saul Rivkin Innovation Fund and hopes to raise $1 million to support emerging research projects and develop opportunities that lie outside the scope of traditional grant-making programs.
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continued. I dont think anyone realizes were up all night before a Sunday event. Its not for lack of effort. Jaffee said she can still take on last-minute events, like brit milahs and funerals, but otherwise she advises her customers to plan ahead, and not to be afraid to call her. Were all going to be okay, she said. Nosh Away will also hold on to some of its equipment to be of service to venues in need of kosher supplies, and Klitzner said they will be available to consult with nonkosher venues.
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Express yourself with our special Tribute Cards and help fund JFS programs at the same time meeting the needs of friends, family and loved ones here at home. Call Irene at (206) 861-3150 or, on the web, click on Donations at www.jfsseattle.org. Its a 2-for-1 that says it all.
leader in establishing clinical research at its cancer institute. He helped the institute get its first National Institutes of Health grant, which has provided 36 years of continuous funding. Saul has been recognized repeatedly for his landmark work in Adjuvant Treatment for early-stage breast cancer. While Dr. Rivkin may be retiring from
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the arts
if you go
Creating the New Northwest: Selections from the Herb and Lucy Pruzan Collection runs through Oct. 6 at the Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave,Tacoma. For more information, visit www.tacomaartmuseum.org or call 253-272-4258.
Pruzans have promised nine works to the museum, in addition to five already in TAMs permanent collection. The gifts help advance the museums goal to develop the premier collection of Northwest art, according to museum staff. Ive been on the collections committee at the Tacoma Art Museum for a number of years and have seen how their leadership is proceeding to develop a definitive collection of Northwest Art, which has been a great interest of ours, said Herb Pruzan. But, he added, the couple is interested in supporting art institutions throughout the Pacific Northwest, and have given or promised works to Seattle Art Museum, Portland Art Museum and the Henry Gallery at the University of Washington. A hard-bound exhibition catalogue, Creating the New Northwest: Selections from the Herb and Lucy Pruzan Collection, with photos of the artwork and essays by Hushka and Northwest art critic Matthew Kangas, accompanies the exhibit. The catalog provides useful background about the works and the philosophy behind a half-century of collecting.