Page 50 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN <strong>January</strong>-<strong>February</strong> <strong>2012</strong> Thought You’d Like To Know By Jonathan Barach SHUTTLE BUS FOR OLDER ADULTS. <strong>The</strong> Toco Hills Senior Coalition invites the community to hear about and provide feedback on the proposed routes of a pilot shuttle bus to serve older adults, age 60 and over. <strong>The</strong> meeting is <strong>January</strong> 25, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library, 1282 McConnell Drive, Decatur. <strong>The</strong> pilot is a collaborative effort of the Toco Hills Senior Coalition, the DeKalb County Office of Senior Affairs, and the Georgia Department of Human Services, with the support of Commissioner Jeff Rader’s office. Contact Karen Harvell at 770-766-9318 or Kharvell@jfcsatlanta.org for more information. THE MATCHMAKER. One of the favorites of the 2011 Atlanta <strong>Jewish</strong> Film Festival, <strong>The</strong> Matchmaker is a remarkable coming-of-age story filled with emotion and combining young love and Holocaust memory. <strong>The</strong> vivid, quirky characters touch audiences in a sensitive and sincere way. <strong>The</strong> Congregation Or Hadash Film Series presents <strong>The</strong> Matchmaker, Wednesday, <strong>January</strong> 25, 7:00 p.m., at the congregation’s sanctuary on the Weber School campus. This event is free and open to the public. Donations are requested. RSVP to info@or-hadash.org or 404- 250-3338. MONEY MATTERS—JEWISH BUSI- NESS ETHICS. Is Judaism socialist or capitalist? Who is responsible for preventing poverty? Is unionization a <strong>Jewish</strong> ideal? Must Walmart pay its workers a livable wage? Where would you draw the line? Chabad of Cobb presents an ethical, Talmudic, and legal debate on current economic issues. This six-session series, accredited for 9 CLE ethics credits for attorneys, takes place Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m., beginning <strong>January</strong> 25. <strong>The</strong> fee is $89/individuals, $160/couples, and includes a book; there is a fee for credit based on Georgia Bar rates. Register at www.myjli.com. Call 770-565-4412 x300 or e-mail office@chabadofcobb.com for details. FUN RAISER. <strong>The</strong> Mt. Scopus group of Greater Atlanta Hadassah will usher in the new year with a “Fun Raiser.” <strong>The</strong> event takes place Saturday, <strong>January</strong> 28, 7:30 p.m., at the home of a member and will feature improv comedy group Southern Fried Schnitzel. <strong>The</strong> cover charge is $25/person. Kosher hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served. For more information about this program, contact Suzy Tibor at 404-636- 8582 or suzytib@bellsouth.net. For information about Hadassah and other upcoming events, contact Edie Barr at 404-325-0340 or mtscopushadassah@aol.com. FACING AGING. Aging: Facing the Facts, Fears & Feelings is <strong>January</strong> 29, 2:00-5:00 p.m., at Temple Emanu-El. Aging is something everyone will deal with, whether it’s an aging parent, a spouse, or our personal journey. Just after the holiday season is when we often see red flags that tell us something may not be quite right with a loved one. This workshop, co-sponsored with the Atlanta Rabbinical Association, will explore various components of aging and caregiving and provide practical resources and information. This event is free and open to the community. For more information contact outreach@jfcs-atlanta.org or visit yourtoolsforliving.org/calendar/view/996/da te/<strong>2012</strong>-01-29. ON THE RUN. On the Run in Nazi Berlin is Bert Lewyn’s vivid memoir of growing up in Nazi Germany. In 1942, the Gestapo arrested Bert and his parents. His parents were deported to a concentration camp, and 18-year-old Bert was forced to work in a weapons factory. Co-authored with his daughterin-law, Bev Saltzman, Bert’s book is the story of his escape and courageous struggle to survive underground. <strong>The</strong> Lewyn family will discuss the book at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, <strong>January</strong> 29, at Temple Kehillat Chaim. This event is free; refreshments will be provided. Reservations are appreciated; contact nnrose@comcast.net. SCOUT SHABBAT. In observation of Scouting’s 102-year anniversary, Boy Scout Troop 73 will observe the Scout Shabbat by participating in Saturday morning services at Congregation Or VeShalom, <strong>February</strong> 4, 9:15 a.m.-12:00 noon. Troop 73 will observe its 62nd anniversary under the leadership of Scoutmaster Josiah V. Benator. Scoutmaster Benator will also observe his 77-year anniversary in Scouting. During its 62 years, Troop 73 has seen 42 scouts earn the Eagle Badge. Current and former Scouts are cordially invited to attend this special Saturday morning service. For more information, contact Scoutmaster Benator at 404-634-2137 or jvbenator@juno.com. HEREDITY AND ENVIRONMENT. Nature vs. Nuture: How Heredity and Environment Impact Learning and Behavior is presented by the Taylor Family Speaker Series and <strong>The</strong> Amit Program. Guest panelists are Carol Ann Brannon, MS, RD/LD, nutrition therapist; Leslie Rubin, MD, developmental pediatrician; and Brocha Tarshish, MD, Emory Genetics. This event takes place <strong>February</strong> 5, at <strong>The</strong> Epstein School, 335 Colewood Way, Atlanta. Registration is 10:30 a.m., and the program is 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. RSVP by <strong>January</strong> 27. Register by phone at 404-961-9966. Lunch is included with $18 pre-registration. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. <strong>The</strong> GHA Players will present Beauty and the Beast, a musical directed by Mira Hirsch, starring Zoe Aaron as Belle, Brett Feldman as <strong>The</strong> Beast/Prince, and Kevin Feldman as Gaston. Come sing along with Belle, <strong>The</strong> Beast, Gaston, and the entire cast. Performances are <strong>February</strong> 1, 4:15 p.m. (open seating); <strong>February</strong> 2, 7:30 p.m. (reserved seating/opening night); <strong>February</strong> 5, 11:00 a.m. (open seating), and <strong>February</strong> 5, 3:00 p.m. (reserved seating/closing show). Order tickets at tickets.ghacademy.org or 404-843-9900. SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE. Congregation Or Hadash welcomes Rabbi David Golinkin for its Scholarin-Residence Weekend at the congregation’s sanctuary on the Weber School campus. David Golinkin is a rabbi, author of many books, and president of the Schechter Institute of <strong>Jewish</strong> Studies in Jerusalem. <strong>The</strong> weekend begins <strong>February</strong> 10 with Shabbat Dinner and Conversations (immediately following Servicio de Shabbat); the cost is $12 for COH members and $18 for non-members; RSVP (required) to communication@or-hadash.org or 404-250- 3338. <strong>The</strong>re will be a post-Shabbat kiddush discussion, <strong>February</strong> 11, and Art and Midrash: An Illustrated Guide, <strong>February</strong> 12, at 10:15 a.m. 100 YEARS. In commemoration of Hadassah’s 100th birthday, Greater Atlanta Hadassah will hold a Centennial Celebration featuring Celebrity Chef Tina Wasserman, <strong>February</strong> 26, 1:00-4:00 p.m., at the Greenfield Hebrew Academy, which is open to the entire community. Ms. Wasserman will treat attendees to a lively presentation, and guests will enjoy a special tasting of her recipes. <strong>The</strong> event will also honor longtime Life Member Florence Nathanson, who served as a Hadassah volunteer nurse in a refugee transit camp during Israel’s early days of statehood. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For details, call 678-443-2961, or visit www.atlanta.hadassah.org. LET IT SNOW. Visiting Nurse Health System is moving its annual Big-To-Do to Stone Mountain Park’s Snow Mountain. This event, benefiting VNHS’ Children’s Program, takes place Sunday, <strong>February</strong> 12, 3:00-6:00 p.m., and includes tubing down Snow Mountain, other outdoor activities, and hot snacks indoors. Attendees can enjoy Snow Mountain all day, plus two hours of private use of the snow tubing slopes between 3:00-6:00 p.m. Individual tickets are $60; ticket packages are available at $5,000, $2,500, and $1,000. Children under 36” tall are free. Tickets are available at www.vnhs.org and include free parking and a memorable gift for kids. HUNGER WALK/RUN. <strong>The</strong> 28th annual Hunger Walk/Run is March 11, at Turner Field. <strong>The</strong> 5k event benefits the Atlanta Community Food Bank and five other local nonprofits: Action Ministries-United Methodists, Episcopal Charities Foundation, <strong>Jewish</strong> Federation of Greater Atlanta, Lutheran Services of Georgia, and Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Gates open at noon; the run/walk begins at 2:00 p.m. <strong>The</strong> $25 runner’s fee includes a moisturewicking T-shirt; walkers who donate $25 or more receive an official Hunger Walk/Run <strong>2012</strong> T-shirt. Register online or the day of the event. For more information or to register, visit www.HWR<strong>2012</strong>.org. GUYS AND DOLLS. Jerry’s Habima <strong>The</strong>atre kicks off its 19th season with Guys and Dolls, March 22-April 1. Featured in American <strong>The</strong>atre Magazine, Jerry’s Habima <strong>The</strong>atre is Georgia’s only theatrical company directed and produced by professionals and featuring actors with developmental disabilities. All productions are held at the MJCCA’s Morris & Rae Frank <strong>The</strong>atre. General admission tickets are $35, and $15 for children 12 and under. Tickets for MJCCA members are $25, and $10 for children 12 and under. For tickets or additional information, call the MJCCA’s Box Office at 678-812- 4002, or visit www.atlantajcc.org. FOR TEEN BOYS. Chabad of Cobb offers a teen program for all boys in grades 8-12, led by Noah Pawliger. Snacks will be provided. <strong>The</strong> boys meet for an evening of fun, current events, and community service. <strong>The</strong> fee is $10. Contact office@chabadofcobb.com or call 770-565-4412 x300 for more information, dates, and times.
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