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Central Kentucky

Association

1983 CKJA BOARD ANNOUNCED

Marilyn Moosnick, Chairwoman of the CKJA Nominating Committee, recently
announced the results of the elections held in December, 1982 for the five open
positions. Elected for three—year terms are: Gloria Katz, Erle Levy, Jack
Miller, Joe Rosenberg and David Wekstein.

New appointments to the Board include Nat Sandler, appointed to a three—
year term, and Ben Baker, appointed to a two—year term by Temple Adath Israel;
and Allan Slovin, appointed to a three—year term by Congregation Ohavay Zion.
In addition, Ralph Crystal was named as the B'nai B'rith representative for a
three-year term.

The complete list of the Board of CKJA and their terms of office are as
follows:

Michael Baer (1984)

Ben Baker (Temple Adath Israel, 1984)

Martin Barr (Temple Adath Israel, 1983)

Ralph Crystal (B'nai B'rith, 1985)

Shelia DeKosky (1983)

Vinnie Dubilier (1984)

Sue Friedman (1983)

Marilyn Gall (1983)

Kenneth Germain (1984)

Alvin Goldman (1984)

Martin Kaplan (1983)

Gloria Katz (1985)

Markell Kohn (Congregation Ohavay Zion, 1983)
Judith Levine (Hadassah, 1984)

Erle Levy (1985)

Jack Miller (1985)

Marilyn Moosnick (1983)

Monroe Moosnick (Congregation Ohavay Zion, 1984)
Joe Rosenberg (1985)

Nat Sandler (Temple Adath Israel, 1985)
Phyllis Scher (1984)

Allan Slovin (Congregation Ohavay Zion, 1985)
David Wekstein (1985)

Terry Wilson (Lexington Havurah, 1983)

Election of officers of the Board will be held at the next Board Meeting,
on January 26, at Temple Adath Israel, at 8:00 p.m. According to the By—Laws,
officers must be members of the Board and are elected by the Board.

 

 PROFILING: NEW CKJA BOARD MEMBERS‘

Cloria_§g§g_— During the past year, Ms. Katz has served as one of the co—
chairmen of the Women's Division Campaign, and represented CKJA at the
Project Renewal Meetings in Netanya/Selah. In 1983, she will serve as
chairman of Women's Division Campaign. She is a member of the Temple Adath
Israel, the Temple Sisterhood, AIPAC and Hadassah.

Erle Levy — Mr. Levy is currently co—chairman of the CKJA/United Jewish Appeal
Men's Division Campaign, and will be chairman of the 1983 CKJA Campaign. A
member of Ohavay Zion Synagogue, he has served on the Boards of Directors of
the Synagogue and Temple Adath Israel. He was a member of the State of Israel
Bonds Dinner Committees of 1982 and 1979, and is a member of the CKJA Community
Relations Committee.

Jack Miller — Mr. Miller is currently secretary of the Board of Directors of
CKJA and co—ordinator of the CKJA Singles Group. A member of Temple Adath
Israel, he is a past president of the Temple congregation. He has served as
CKJA second vice president, UJA Campaign solicitor and CKJA Community Relations
Committee co—chairman. Mr. Miller is a member of Lexington Havurah and B'nai
B'rith.

Joe Rosenberg — Mr. Rosenberg is currently a member of the Board of Directors
of Ohavay Zion Synagogue and served as representative of the Synagogue on the

CKJA Board of Directors. He is co—chairman of the CKJA's newly organized
Young Leadership Committee and a member of B'nai B'rith.

David Wekstein — Dr. Wekstein has been a member of the CKJA Board since its
inception in 1976, served as president of CKJA from 1978—80, and is currently
chairman of the Community Relations Committee. He is past president of
Ohavay Zion Synagogue and a founding member and past president of Lexington
Havurah.

Ben Baker — Mr. Baker is currently on the Board of Trustees of Temple Adath
Israel. He is one of the founders of the Parents' Auxiliary League, a support
group for parents with infants needing neo—natal Care, and is also a charter

member of Supporting Parents of Ronald's Kids. He is First Vice President

of B'nai B'rith.

Ralph Crystal — Dr. Crystal is currently Second Vice President of B'nai B'rith.
He has worked in the B'nai B'rith Career and Counseling Service, and was a past

counselor at Camp B'nai B'rith. Dr. Crystal is on the faculty of U.K. in the
Department of Education and Counseling Psychology.

Eat Sandler — Dr. Sandler is presently Treasurer of Temple Adath Israel. He
has served on the Selection Committee of the Jewish Forum Series, and is on
the board of the National Conference of Christians and Jews. He has also
served on the Israel Bonds Dinner Committee.

Allan Slovin — Mr. Slovin is a vice president of the CKJA, for which he
coordinates fund—raising activities. He is a member of Ohavay Zion Synagogue
and B'nai Brith, has been active in CKJA fund—raising campaigns since coming to
Lexington, and was co—chairman of the UJA Men's Division Campaign in 1980.

 

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Campaign ’83

MEN’S DIVISION UPDATE .... $300,000 GOAL

Men's Division Campaign Chairman, Erle Levy has announced the goal of the
1983 campaign as $300,000, which is a 30% increase over 1982. This year's
campaign will be condensed into a six week time period, and will be
highlighted by the following special events:

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH, 6:00 P.M., $250,000 MAJOR GIFTS
DIPHVER at the Hyatt Regency, $1,000 minimum commitment, guest

speaker: Dr. Akiva Baum.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH, 10:00 A.M., Anmxd.Men%sBrundwat
the Lafayette Club. Guest Speaker: Abbie Ben Ari.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5TH, SUPER SUNDAY SATURDAY SUNDAE PARTY!

For all Super Sunday Volunteer workers, at the home of Arlene
and Harry Cohen, 2197 Lakeside.

SUPER SUNDAY, MARCH 6TH! Fund raising Telephon—a—Thon,
at KET, 600 E. Cooper Drive.

WOMEN’S DIVISION .... KICKOFF NETS $32,000

Senator Walter D. Huddleston was the guest of honor at the Women's Division
major gift event in October, 1982. The cocktail supper, held at the home of
Vivian Weil was attended by 28 women. The minimum gift was $500, and pledges
totalled $32,000.

Gloria Katz, Women's Division Chairperson and Vinnie Dubilier, Co—ehairperson
have set a mid—February date for the orientation and training of solicitors,
and anticipate that the women will play a major role in Super Sunday.

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Jordan Arms Letter

One hundred eighty~two representatives and fifty—three senators have called
upon the President not to proceed with an arms sale to Jordan at least until King
Hussein joins peace talks with Israel.

In a bipartisan letter to the President, the members of Congress stressed
Jordan's rejection of Camp David, refusal to engage in any type of direct nego—
tiations with Israel, and failure even to recognize the Jewish state. As the
letter explains, "the sale of advanced weaponry to Jordan would serve as an un—
warranted reward for its rejectionist policies. It would remove any incentive for
Hussein to move toward peace.”

The only representative to sign the Jordan Arms House Letter from Kentucky was
Larry J. Hopkins.

Fifty—three senators sponsored a resolution to ”assure Israel's security, to
oppose advanced arms sales to Jordan and to further peace in the Middle East.”
Both Senators Wendell H. Ford and Walter D. Huddleston joined in sponsorship of
the resolution introduced by Sens. Edward Kennedy (D—Mass.), John Heinz (R—Penn.),
Gary Hart (D—Colo.) and Rudy Boschwitz (R—Minn.). This demonstrates that a
majority of the Senate opposes the proposed Jordanian sale.

 

 ANS “’ER THE CALL!

Is a volunteer telephone marathon --— an intensive
telephone campaign on behalf of CKJA/UJA.

Will contact Jews, throughout Central Kentuckyy
soliciting pledges to answer the needs of Jewish

families throughout the world, in Israel, and here
at home.

Will be based at KET, 600 E. Cooper Drive, thanks to
the assistance of Al Korn, Director of Operations.

Needs you and your friends to give 2% hours of your

time to make the telephone calls that will enable us
to reach our goal.

Will provide you with professional training that will
make this a rewarding experience.

Will give you a special ”Chai”!

Chairperson, Susan Caller is anxiously awaiting
your call at 266-l3lh.

 

 This year travel to Israel on a UJA Mission....

It can cost less than a Caribbean cruise or a west coast vacation!

UJA MISSIONS until September I983

— 16 Match National Mission
Cost: $1717

— 16 Mahch National Physicians and Attorneys Mission
Cost: $1717

10 - 20 Aphtfi National Young Leadership — Yachad
Cost: $1800

I - ll Mag Special Mission for Adult Singles
Cost: $1800

16 — 26 June ”\
l0 — 20 Jufig National Family Missions
7 — l7 Augubt Cost: Still uncertain

l7 — 27 Jufiy National Singles Mission
Cost: Still uncertain

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AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE Ralfl1Gohhmn
DECEMBER 31) .1982 Executive Vice Pre81dent

RE: LEBANON

A shipment of nine tons of emergency food supplies has been sent to five hundred
South Lebanon Druze families left destitute by recent events. This food has been
distributed by the local Druze leadership. In recent weeks JDC has completed
delivery of 1,550 tons of cement to Unrwa in Tyre and Sidon for distribution to
Palestinian refugees. Also completed was distritution of 2,500 kerosene heaters.
Unrwa is now nearing completion of local distribution.

The cement was provided by JDC, The Public Committee of Jerusalem, which includes
Jews, Muslims and Christians, and The Jerusalem Post Newspaper Fund.

In addition, boots and warm clothing were distributed in Ein El Hilwe, Rashidye,
El B38 and The Burg El Shamali camps to a total of 4,000 families.

This and previous JDC work in Lebanon has been funded by donations received for
this purpose in the United States and Israel and has come from Jewish communities,
synagogues, public and private agencies, corporations, individuals — adults and
school children — in sums large and small.

The amount received has reached $350,553 in cash and over $700,000 in gifts—in-kind,
such as blankets, medicines and other supplies; and the total value of the program
is now more than $1 million.

 

  

For Soviet Jewry, The Crisis IS‘-NOW

The crisis regarding Soviet Jewry which first became apparent three
years ago shows no signs of abatement. On the contrary, all indications
point to a continuing deterioration in the situation of Soviet Jews in

all respects.

This deterioration is reflected, first of all, in the matter of
emigration and reunification of families in Israel. Despite the fact
that there are approximately 380,000 Soviet Jews who have requested and
been sent affidavits, the Soviet authorities have now virtually closed
the gates in the faces of all Jews seeking to leave. During the first
nine months of 1982 approximately twenty—two hundred Jews were permitted
to emigrate — a figure roughly one—half of the number of Jews who were
allowed to leave each month a mere three years ago.

Nearly all former Prisoners of Zion are denied exit visas which
represents a departure from earlier practice.

Generally speaking, there has been virtually no movement over the
past three years with respect to the veteran refuseniks. As of mid—
October 1982, there are 81 families, comprising 220 individuals, who
have been waiting for seven years or more since their initial refusal,
and 34 families comprising 73 individuals who have been waiting for ten

years or more.

AMERICAN GATHERING OF HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS

Of the millions of European Jews who were victimized by the Germans
and their henchmen during the Second World War, thousands of survivors
came to America to make new lives. In the fortieth year after the
Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, an historic meeting will be held in Washington,
0.0., when survivors and their children will participate in the

American Gathering of Jewish Holocaust Survivors,” April 11—14, 1983.

. The American Gathering is an outgrowth of the World Gathering held
in Jerusalem in 1981. This will be an occasion for 10,000 survivors and
their children from all across America to meet during several days of
special significance. '

' The theme of the impressive series of programs will be Jewish
reSistance to Nazism, both armed resistance and spiritual defiance.
High points of the four—day conclave will include presentation to the
President of the United States of a Scroll signed by all the participants;
an Assembly of Holocaust Survivors at the Capitol; and ceremonies at the
Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery and the site of the planned
National Memorial and Museum for Victims of the Holocaust. A special day
will be devoted to survivors' children, the Second Generation. The
traditions of European Jewry will be celebrated in a major artistic
cultural program at Constitution Hall, while a program of films and an
exhibition of books and paintings on subjects related to the Holocaust
will be held at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

CENTRAL KENTUCKY JEWISH ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER
Judith Levine, President Phyllis Scher, Editor
Judith Saxe, Community Worker Beth Altenkirch, Ofc. Manager
258 Plaza Drive, Suite 208 Lexington, Kentucky A0503 (606)277-80A8

 

 ISRAELI FOLK DANCE CLASSES

 

BEGINNER'S CLASSES

Where: Vestry of Temple Adath Israel
Wednesday, 7:30 -8:30 p.m.

I” I When:
Starting: January 26, for 6 weeks
INTERMEDIATE CLASSES
Where: Vestry of Temple Adath Israel

When: Wednesday, 8:30 -9:30 p.m.
Starting: January 26, for 6 weeks

Who says exercise can't be fun?

Put some excitement into your WEDNESDAY night while learning more about our
JEWISH HERITAGE!

Call Karen Edelstein - 266—5h65 All classes are FREE OF CHARGE

CKJA CAMPERSHIPS AND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

 

HAVE WE GOT A DEAL FOR YOUII CKJA's Scholarship Committee has funds
available for young people who are interested in participating in an
educational program in Israel gr who need financial assistance in order
to attend a non—profit Jewish summer camp. It's now time to begin
planning for this summer and next fall.

Camperships, in amounts not to exceed one half the total amount
needed for camp fees and transportation, are awarded on the basis of
need. Any information submitted on the application form is held in con—

 

 

fidence by the members of the Scholarship Committee.

Scholarships are available to young Lexingtonians who have been
accepted into a study or a work/study program ig Israel. Other eligibi—
lity criteria are that the student will be returning to this community
for at least six months after his or her Israeli experience and will
participate in local Jewish youth activities during that time. These
scholarships, available in amounts of up to $500.00, are awarded on the
basis of personal written applications which detail past participation
in the community and plans for using the Israeli experience to the future
benefit of this community.

 

In order to obtain additional information, or an application form,
call or write Evelyn Geller: 3493 Sutherland Drive, Lexington, Kentucky,
40502, 272—8972.

Many young people in our community have benefitted from these
scholarships. We hope many more will take advantage of this offer,
this year and in the future.

 

 HILLEL LAUNCHES '83

Hillel, the Jewish student organization, serves
not only the University of Kentucky, but the entire
Bluegrass area including Eastern Kentucky University,
Transylvania University and Lexington Technical
Institute. This year Hillel announces the appoint—
ment of M455 Tnaccy LaSaflfle as Campus Advisor. She
recently graduated from the University of Kentucky
College of Nursing and is presently working as a
Registered Nurse at Humana Hospital of Lexington.

Tracey and the entire membership of Hillel are
kicking off the New Year with a membership drive.
”We welcome all interested persons who would like to
join us in our many planned activities this semester
which include a game night, a student vs, faculty
volleyball game, a Shabbot Retreat/Kallah in conjunc—
tion with the Hillels of the University of Cincinnati,
University of Louisville, Miami University of Ohio and
several other schools. This retreat takes place
February 18th and 19th in the hills of Kentucky, over—
looking the beautiful Ohio River. The cost is only Taaccy LaSaKKe
$10.00 which includes room and board.”

The President of Hillel this year is
M156 Paiti Fianhefi who is studying elementary
education at the University of Kentucky.
Patti is also chairperson for the UJA Student
Campaign. She has just returned from a UJA
Student Mission to Israel where she learned
a great deal about the importance of this
campaign.

If you would like further information
about Hillel please call Tracey at 266—1549.
Also any adults interested in serving on the
Hillel Advisory Board may contact Miss LaSalle
or Mr. Leon Cooper who is the B‘nai B'rith
advisor to Hillel.

Patti FILanr'cQJ’.

 

SINGLES UPDATE

The CKJA Singles Group under the direction of Jack and Susan Miller started
the new year off with a planning meeting, January 13th. Projects and goals for
1983 were discussed. New faces are always welcome. If you are a Jewish Single
(age 21 — 41), plan on joining us soon. Call Jack and Susan at (606) 269—5986
or the CKJA office at (606) 277—8048 and we'll see that you get the next
SinchScene Bulletin.

 

 CALEN DAR

January 8:00 . . Ohavay Zion Sisterhood, Ohavay Zion Synagogue
January " t: . . Temple Adath Israel Sisterhood, Harley Hotel, Eleanor Schwartz,
Speaker
Hadassah Discussion Group, Charlotte Baer's, 985 Maywick
January ' .: : a.m., Temple Sisterhood Workshop, Temple Adath Israel
Temple Sisterhood Sabbath, Temple Adath Israel
January I ': . . Mitzvah Corps, Temple Adath Israel
January ' : . . Hadassah Book Discussion, Ruth Bell's, 2121 Nicholasville Road
. CKJA Board Meeting, Temple Adath Israel
January 2 : . . Havurah, Tu B'Shevat Service, Faith Lutheran Church
Janaury : . . B'nai B'rith Blood Bank, Central Kentucky Blood Center

February : . . Temple Adath Israel Board Meeting, Temple Adath Israel
:00 . . Ohavay Zion Synagogue Board Meeting, Ohavay Zion Synagogue
February :00 . . Hadassah, Vinnie Dubilier's, 665 Bayswater
February f — :00 . . Havurah Discussion Group
February — '100 . . CKJA Campaign — Men's Division, Major Gifts Dinner, Hyatt Regency
February 8 — :00 p. . Hadassah Board Meeting, Joan Flashman's, 645 Beth Lane
February 11 — 4:30—6:30 p.m. Scholar In Residence, Temple Adath Israel
February 15 — CKJA Women's Division Campaign Solicitor Training
February 16 — 12:15 p.m. Temple Sisterhood potluck, Temple Adath Israel
February 17 — 8:00 p.m. Hadassah Discussion Group, Gail Cohen's, 3379 Sutherland
February 20 — 10:00 a.m., CKJA Campaign - Men's Division Brunch, Lafayette Club
5:00—8:00 p.m. Hadassah Donor Campaign Celebration, U.K. Center for the
Arts Reception Room
February 12:00—2:00 p.m. Mitzvah Corps, Temple Adath Israel
February 2 12:30 p.m. Hadassah Book Discussion, Esther Moskovitz's, 2121 Nicholasville
8:00 p.m. CKJA Board Meeting, Temple Adath Israel
February ,_ 6:30 p.m. Family Worship, Temple Adath Israel
February 10:00 a.m. Jeffrey Berger, Bar Mitzvah, Ohavay Zion Synagogue
February ' 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Purim Carnival, Ohavay Zion Synagogue
3:00—5:00 p.m. Purim Preschool Party, Temple Adath Israel

March : . . Temple Adath Israel Board Meeting, Temple Adath Israel
: Ohavay Zion Synagogue Board Meeting, Ohavay Zion Synagogue
March Super Sunday "Saturday Sundae" Party, Harry & Arlene Cohen's,
2197 Lakeside
MARCH 6 < SUPER SUNDAY, KET
March 13 — 12:00 p.m. CKJA Campaign Lunch
March 13 ~ 8:00 p.m. Forum with Wolf Blitzer, Temple Adath Israel

DONOVAN SCHOLARS

From time to time we like to inform all of our older community of the many
educational opportunities offered through the Donovan SChOKaflA program at the
University of Kentucky.

For information on how you can get involved contact:

Linda Brassfield, Director
Council of Aging

Ligon House

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky 40506
(606) 257—2656

How old is ”older” by me is younger than C — d and past Bat Mitzvah.
To be a Donovan Scholar you have to be 65 years old.

 

 MITZVAH CORPS

Mitzvah Corps will meet January 25, 1983 at 12:00 noon at Temple Adath
Israel. Bring a brown bag lunch and a dessert to share. Beverage will be

provided.

Rabbi Leffler will discuss the process of conversion, the problems of the
person converting, and the concerns of the families involved on both sides,
especially if a marriage is involved. Open discussion will follow.

INTERESTED IN ADOPTION?

Our Community Worker, Judith Saxe, is available and well informed to discuss
adoption. She and we of the Central Kentucky Jewish Community do not have any
agency of own own, but Ms. Saxe has a list of referrals. Should you desire a
conference with her, call the CKJA office — 277—8048 to arrange a appointment.

 

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with Hebrew letters.

Call to identify:

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