xt7n028pgg8s https://exploreuk.uky.edu/dips/xt7n028pgg8s/data/mets.xml Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass Kentucky Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass 1982-12 Newsletter of the Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass, previously named the Central Kentucky Jewish Association and Central Kentucky Jewish Federation. The Federation seeks to bring Jewish community members together through holiday parties, lectures, Yiddish courses, meals, and other celebrations of Jewish heritage and culture. They also host fundraisers and provide financial assistance for Jews in need, both locally and around the world. newsletters English Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass Contact the Special Collections Research Center for information regarding rights and use of this collection. Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass records Jews -- Kentucky -- Lexington Jews -- History Central Kentucky Jewish Association newsletter, circa December 1982, text Central Kentucky Jewish Association newsletter, circa December 1982, 1982 1982-12 2020 true xt7n028pgg8s section xt7n028pgg8s Central Kentucky CHANUKAH PARTY FEATURING LATKES AND ”TRIMMINGS” Date: Sunday, December 12 Time: 5:30 — 7:30 Place: Lakeshore Towers Club House After supper we will go as a group to ”Gimpefi The F003", from the story by Isaac Bashevis Singer, performed by David Schechter and Wendy Elman, a delightful story of faith triumphing against all odds. The play, the second offering in the CKJA Forum Series, will be presented at Temple Adath Israel at 8:00 p.m. if you do not have a series ticket, single event tickets are $4.00 each. For supper, the cost is $2.00 for reservations in advance, $3.00 at the door. Please R.S.V.P. by December 10, by calling: the CKJA Office: 277—8048, or Jack and Susan: 269—5986 (for directions, see map on page 3) ) SiugIeSceue Hi, In case you haven't noticed, a new group has been formed for Jewish singles, ages 21—41, under the auspices of the Central Kentucky Jewish Association (CKJA). So far, two "get acquain— ted" functions have been held. In October, a sundae making get—together was held on Sukkot with about 25 in attendance. A wine & cheese/game night in November brought out 19 people. Both were successful, and interestingly enough there totalled 39 different faces. We're anxious to meet the other 100 of you. If for some reason you did not get notified, or received your flier late, we apologize. At this point the list is being compiled and hopefully all kinks will be out of the system soon. In the future, check your CKJA newsletter, synagogue or temple bulletins. A phone committee would be helpful for reminding, arranging rides, giving directions, etc. As you may have guessed, we need volunteers to help plan future events. At the planning meeting in October (attended by Mindi Z., Ira F., and Mark K.) the goals of the group were discussed —~ promoting socialization among Jewish singles has priority, with celebra— tion of Jewish holidays as a format when appropriate: it was noted that there is no longer a Temple sponsored singles group. Ideas for future events were tossed about and the wine & cheese party was planned. We've just held our second planning meeting—— see the rest of this newsletter for the results! And, now a little bit about us——Jack and I have been asked to coordinate the singles group. Jack is a native Lexingtonian, practices law and is Secretary of the CKJA Board. I am a third year law student at UK, and we have a three—year—old son, named Adam. When I moved to Lexington six years ago, I found the singles group to be a good way to meet my peers, attend social functions with a group and provide a little bit of family feeling on holidays. But the group slowly dispersed, mainly because the hardest worker left town. Later the Temple took over, but it seems a bad case of apathy set in .... so, now the CKJA has agreed to sponsor this grOup; we hope to be of help in forming a continuing organization. Our jobs are to coordinate; we will be sounding boards for your ideas and complaints. We are aiming toward activities that will appeal to the most Jewish singles possible —— we need your involvement. Shalom, ,, flaw ./ Que .24. 9- 595% 4/ WE NOW THEREFORE REAFFIRM OUR COVENANT WITH ISREAL'S PEOPLE and the promacy of their valiant struggle to establish and maintain a just and equitable society at peace with all, based on love of God, the ethics of our fathers, and the sanctity of human life. MAY THIS STATEMENT of commitment to the well—being, the growth, and the continuity of the people of Eretz Yisrael be heard around the world as the proclamation of One People Indivisible. KEEP THE COVENANT IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIiiI DO YOU KNOW — — — The Budget Committee of CKJA annually allocates up to 20% of Campaign funds to a broad range of charities, institutions, and national organiza— tions in the United States and Israel. Listed below are the groups which will be receiving special allocations of CKJA funds from our 1981 Campaign. The starred (*) items represent Israel based organizations. These monies added to the $138,000 sent to United Jewish Appeal, the $25,000 given to the Israel Emergency Fund and the $14,720 pledged to Project Renewal represent 78% of all monies raised by CKJA in its 1982 Campaign! * Ben Gurion University of the Negev $3,000 * Anne Frank Haven 4,000 * Kibbutz Ketura 1,000 American Jewish Archives 500 American Jewish Committee 1,100 American Jewish Congress 1,100 Anti—Defamation League 7,000 Camp Young Judaea 2,500 FCI Prisoners 250 Goldman Union Camp Institute 2,500 Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society 500 Hebrew Theological College 275 Hebrew Theological College Library 275 Jewish Chataqua Society 550 National Jewish Welfare Board 700 * Leo Baeck School 500 Lexington Public Library 400 National Conference of Christians& Jews 400 ORT 1,100 Resource of Social Ministries 400 YIVO Institute 250 American Association of EthiopianJews 1,000 National Tay Sachs Foundation 250 OUTREACH PROGRAM The response to Temple Adath Isreal's showing of the videotape "Choosing Judaism — Some personal Perspectives" was most enthusiastic. As a result it will be shown again on Sunday, April 25th, at 7:30 p.m. in the Temple Vestry, followed by a discussion and coffee. 1 CENTRAL KENTUCKY JEWISH ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER Judith Levine, President Phyllis Scher, Editor Judith Saxe, Community Worker DeDe Wagner, Office Manager 258 Plaza Drive, Suite 208 Lexington, Kentucky 40503 (606) 277-8048 MITZVAH CORPS ANNOUNCES SPRING MEETINGS The Temple Adath Israel Mitzvah Corps will be meeting at Temple Adath Israel on Tuesday, April 27, at 12 noon, and again on Tuesday, May 25, at the same time. At the April meeting everyone is asked to bring a brownbag lunch. Dessert, beverage, and program will be provided. Each participant is asked to donate one dollar ($1.00) to cover expenses. The May meeting will be a potluck lunch in a festive setting. The special musical program is sure to have you singing and tapping your feet. It is necessary to let the chairwomen know if you are planning to attend the May meeting and what you will be contributing. Lore Pappas — 272—7395, Ruth Kessler — 266—7168, and Carolyn Weinberger — 272—4833 will be happy to take your reservation and even help you decide what to bring. The Mitzvah Corps brings together men and women, over 55, married or single. The group is winding up its first year of most successful activiites. Every Jewish person over age 55 is welcome, indeed, encouraged to attend. Try it ———_ you'll love it! IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII ELDER SEMINAR PROGRAM AMERICAN JEWISH CONGRESS The American Jewish Congress, a national Jewish community relations membership organization, is sponsoring for the second consecutive year an intensive program combining Jewish studies and university life for men and women 50 or over. The $225 weekly fee will provide seminar students with full room and board (air—conditioned dormitory and three meals daily), evening programs, a Shabbat experience, and a choice of Judaic courses ranging from bio—medical ethics to contemporary Jewish affairs. Programs will be offered at Brown University, The George Washington University, Rutgers University, University of Miami and Ohio State Uni— versity. Membership in the AJCongress is required. Annual dues are $35 for individual and $50 for family memberships. The Elder Seminar program is open to anyone over the age of 50. It will be an active experience. There will be no special facilities for persons with physical limitations or those who require a special diet. On some campuses there will be an extra cost for single rooms and special meals. A $25 cancellation fee will be charged after April 1, 1982. A $100 deposit can be sent before May 1, but full payment must be received after that date. For further information, call the CKJA office, 277—8048. The Jewish Fellowship Summer Bowling League sponsored by CKJA will begin on Tuesday, May 18, at Southland Bowling Lanes. This is a mixed couples league. If you are interested or for more information please call Kathy Rosenberg, 272—0891, or Mindy Doctrow, 273-3704. LEXINGTON AND LOUISVILLE JOIN TOGETHER FOR PROJECT RENEWAL SPONSORSHIP IN ISRAEL Following votes of approval from the Boards of CKJA and the Jewish Community Federation of Louisville, the two communities are jointly spon- soring the Project Renewal community of Netanya—Sela. This means that for the next five years we will be closely involved with and responsible for many aspects of community development in this depressed neighborhood on the outskirts of Netanya. A joint steering committee has been established, with representatives from both the Men's and Women's Division of the Campaign Committee. Arthur Salomon and Ellie Goldman have been appointed as the Lexington representatives. At its first meeting, the Steering Committee approved a budget for '\ the 1981—82 fiscal year. Since Project Renewal operates on a cash—on- hand basis, money must be available before any projects are undertaken. Because the final approval of the sponsorship of Sela came so late in the year, money was advanced to the community for a very limited number of activities including a summer day camp for the children. Several members of the steering committee will be making a trip to Israel next month to meet and consult with representatives of Sela, and V the Israeli Government to review budget proposals for 1982-83. Based onf— these proposals, the two communities will set immediate and long-term goals for Project Renewal fund raising. MEMO FROM HILLEL After what seemed to be a slow start, U.K. Hillel is on the move. Community advisors, Leon Cooper and Alan Stein have been meeting regularly with the Hillel leadership, and Hillel has already held several meetings on campus. In addition to bagel brunches, movies, and ski trips, the students are planning to hold their own campus—wide UJA fund raising campaign. CKJA provides partial funding for Hillel, and we can be proud of the efforts they are making to become an effective voice for Jewish students on campus. If you have children attending UK or Transylvania College who are not receiving mail from Hillel, or know of other Jewish students who are not yet on the Hillel mailing list, please let us know and we will pass the information on to Hillel. The CKJA office number is: 277—8048. Our answer machine will take the message if the staff is not in the office. WANTED , The Kentucky Jewish Post and Opinion, published in Louisville, is interested in finding a Lexington correspondent to report on Jewish events here. The Post and Opinion will pay a token fee of $10.00 a month, and the correspondent would be expected to report on a weekly basis. ,- If you are interested, please call Judy Saxe, CKJA community worker, - 277—8048; or, Jeff Lebensbaum, Editor, (502) 459-1914. TO THE JEWISH COMMUNITY Over the past six months we have served as chairpersons of the Russian Resettlement Committee. As most of you already know the Rozmans are the second Russian family sponsored by the Jewish community of Lexington. In July, Gregory, Victoria and their son Alex came here from Vilna, in Lithuania. From the first day of their arrival the Rozmans immersed themselves in learning about life in a new country with an entirely different language, political, economic and social system. Greg, an expert in the field of control engineering, was persistent in seeking a job in his field. Within a short time he personally typed 110 letters to engineering firms all over the country inquiring about employment. Through his letter writing campaign and an impressive back— ground Greg was successful in obtaining an engineering position in Richardson, Texas. The Rozman family was very appreciative of the help and financial support given to them by the Lexington Jewish community. They were aware of the time and effort that Went into setting up their apartment and were thankful for the furniture and household goods given to them. When the Rozmans left Lexington on January 2,it was difficult for them to say good—by to the many friends they made here. They would have prefered to stay in Lexington, but unfortunately there were no job oppor— tunities available. Based on our experience with the Rozman family there is no doubt that they will be successful at establishing a new life in Texas. We feel that the Russian Resettlement project was truly worthwhile and something the whole Jewish community can be proud of. 3‘“ Susan Mason and Bobbi Fried 5w \‘é‘ Q ISRAEL IN YOUR FUTURE ‘FJE Are you a high school student interested in spending a summer or a school semester in Israel? Are you a college student interested in a unique Jewish summer living experience? Or are you ready to try a year of college abroad? Are you a young adult-searching for new and different career oppor— tunities? Or do you need time to think through your options, but want to keep active and involved? For all of these reasons, and more, Israel may be an answer. There are a multitude of trips, courses, and work programs available for young people of all ages — sponsored by a broad range of American and Israeli organizations and agencies. The CKJA office has a growing file of information on such programs. Judy Saxe, the Community Worker, is ready to discuss the various possi— bilities of travel, work, study in Israel and to help you make the appro— priate contacts. For further information, call 277—8048. HAVE WE GOT A DEAL FOR YOU!!! Hear Ye! Hear Ye! CKJA's Scholarship Committee has funds available for young people who are interested in participating in an educational program in Israel 9; 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 confidence 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 in Israel. Other eligi— bility 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. ‘ ‘ SEE ISRAEL WITH A UJA MISSION ‘ ‘ Participating in a UJA Mission is an exciting and informative way to see Israel. UJA offers a variety of Missions designed to fit the special needs of different groups within the American Jewish community. Up coming Missions include: February 21 — March 3 National Physicians Mission February 21 - March 3 National Attorneys Mission March 7 - 17 * From Generation to Generation: A Special Mission for Parents, Sons and Daughters June 20 — 30 ** National Family Mission July 11 — 21 ** National Family Mission July 18 — 28 National Singles Mission August 8 - 18 ** National Family Mission * A special Mission for a parent involved in community Jewish activities but whose son or daughter is not or for a child involved in Jewish activ- ities whose parent is not. Participation limited to one parent and one child per family. ** These Missions have special activities for children. Lexington families which have participated in a Family Mission have been very pleased with the experience. It is an excellent way to take your children to Israel. For information about these Missions or about other Missions please call Bob Baumann, 223-1299 or the CKJA office. CKJA CAMPERSHIPS AND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE CKJA's Scholarship Committee has funds available for young people who are interested in participating in an educational program in Israel or who need financial assistance in order to attend a non—profit Jewish summer camp. Applications for camp scholarships must be submitted by Ma 1, to enable the committee to make its decisions before camp fees are due. 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. CAMP SHALOM NEWS A detailed description of the activities and objectives of Camp Shalom will be mailed to all members of CKJA some time in April. The 1982 session of Camp Shalom will run from June 14th thru July 2nd with an overnight experience for the older campers during the last week. The Adventure Program for four and five year olds will run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily; six to ten year olds in the regular camp will attend from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. The theme of camp this year will be Kibbutz life; activities will demonstrate and recreate lifestyles on a Kibbutz. To insure a rewarding experience for your young ones ages four thru ten — take a moment to fill out the enrollment form as soon as it arrives at your home. FROM THE EDITOR: ' . | PROJECT RENEWAL At the time our last issue of the Bulletin went to press, Gloria Katz was preparing to visit NetanyaSela, our Project Renewal community. As we go to press, Gloria has just returned. Jet lag prevents her from staying awake long enough to file a report. When she catches up with the time change she promises to present her findings to the CKJA Board, and to each of you personally via the next CKJA Bulletin. CKJA BOARD RETREAT I so for a report on the first CKJA Board Retreat. Coming in Susan and Marshall Zerstel take pleasure in inviting you to the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Andrew, at the Ohavay Zion Synagogue on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29. The Friday night service will begin at 8:00 p.m. and the Saturday morning service will begin at 10:00 a.m. An Oneg Shabbat will follow the Friday night service and a Kiddush luncheon will follow the Saturday service. FOR YOUR INFORMATION *~k*~k‘k‘k*****~k***~k*****~k*~k*~k**~k*~k ANNIE'S COMING TO THE OPERA HOUSE A SIHQZQ Senvice ....Please join us in seeing ”Annie” at the December 18th, Saturday Matinee, at 2:00 p.m. We must have a group of at least 15 people to qualify for special discount: Levels 1 and 2 — $26.25, Level 3 — $14.25. Make your reservation by December 10th, by calling Mindy 252—3724 or Susan 269—5986 **~k**~k~k~k*****~k***~k************* CALLING ALL SINGLES We want to hear from You....We want you to hear from each other On Thursday evening, January 13, 1983, at 8:00 p.m., there will be a general meeting of Jewish Singles, from the Central Kentucky area, at Temple Adath Israel, 124 N. Ashland Avenue. On the agenda will be discussion of possible future activities; the kind of organization or group you want, and more . The Jewish community via CKJA supports your interest in forming a Jewish Singles Group. Now it's time for all of you to begin to ”get it together.” See you at Temple Adath Israel on January 13!! *************~k************-k**~k~k WATCH FOR .... A night of bowling some time in January. You will be receiving more details next month. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Directions to Lakeshore Towers Club House Lhousc ~}‘ k agitat‘I‘a‘h'VCWA/v ‘V\ 3‘) . 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