Page 50 THE JEWISH GEORGIAN September-October 20<strong>08</strong> Thought From page 47 Tools for Families Office, 4549 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. Registration begins at 7:00 p.m. This free workshop will focus on the definition of a mensch, the <strong>Jewish</strong> teachings of menschlike behavior, how parents can model behavior, and how to capitalize on “teachable” moments. Reservations are requested; call 770-677-9434, or e-mail toolsforfamilies@jfcs-atlanta.org. ISRAEL BEYOND THE HEADLINES. Israel’s Next 60 Years: Her Challenges and Triumphs is the Consulate General of Israel to the Southeast’s annual student conference. This event, November 16 at the Westin Hotel Buckhead, lets students from around the Southeast see behind the scenes and learn about Israel from the country’s insiders. Past speakers have included Octavia Nasr of CNN, Israeli Ambassador Reda Mansour, and South Carolina State Senator Bakari Sellers. For more information, contact Director of Academic Affairs Shelley Gavriel, 404-487-6504 or academic@atlanta.mfa.gov.il. VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL. <strong>The</strong> South Region of Volunteers for Israel (VFI) is forming a group to work for 2 – 3 weeks at an Israel Defense Force base in March 2009.Since its inception, VFI has brought more than 100,000 volunteers to Israel. <strong>The</strong> volunteer work is simple, and kosher meals, work clothes, and accommodations are provided. <strong>The</strong> workweek is Sunday through Thursday. <strong>The</strong> two-week programs include a one-day tour to a locale of historical interest. <strong>The</strong> cost is airfare plus an $80 processing fee. For details, e-mail leon2579@mindspring.com, call 770-328- 4573, or visit www.vfi-usa.org. MISH MASH Erin O’Shinskey Borenstein, Ina Enoch, Spencer Gelernter, Lisa Haynor, Ron Kirschner, Debbie Kurzweil, Marcia Lindner, Susan Newman, Rabbi Elisha Paul, Beth Salzman, Louise Samsky, Yael Swerdlow, and Judy Wolman. FIGHTING OVARIAN CANCER. Ovarian Cycle founder Bethany Diamond received the Bright Spot Award from Radio Sandy Springs for her outstanding contributions to the community. On September 17, at Bazzaar in Midtown, Ovarian Cycle presented checks from its “Ride to Change the Future” to the Ovarian Cancer Institute and the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. It also kicked off Talk Teal, a new program to raise awareness of ovarian cancer through a partnership between Ovarian Cycle, the Ovarian Cancer Institute, and the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. (Teal is the ribbon color signifying the fight against ovarian cancer.) For more information, visit www.ovariancycle.org. Bethany Diamond NEW BOARD. Amit, the <strong>Jewish</strong> community’s resource for special education, has announced its 20<strong>08</strong>-2009 Board of Directors. On the Executive Board are: Michelle Simon, president; Jerry Rosenberg, Carol Sherwinter, and Jerry Weiner, vice presidents; Beth Ann Rosenberg, secretary, board development; Karen Goldman, treasurer, budget and finance; Linda Bressler, Jane Durham, Howard Feinsand, Roger Gelder, Helen Hackworth, George Stern, and Robin Travis. On the Board of Directors are: Michael Alterman, Sheryl Arno, Cathy PROMOTING WOMEN’S HEALTH. Cary Rodin has been re-elected to the board of trustees and as treasurer for Breast Friends, Inc., a non-profit organization for women dealing with breast cancer. Rodin is a shareholder at the accounting firm of Bennett Thrasher PC. His specialization includes real estate, pass-through entities, reorganizations, mergers, acquisitions, and international tax. Rodin has written two books on international taxation and developed and taught a course on the subject as an adjunct professor at Georgia State University. Rodin is a member of Temple Sinai, where he has served as treasurer for 22 of the last 38 years. FLAUM JOINS PBG BOARD. Ingwersen & Taylor attorney Abbey Flaum is the newest board member at Prevent Blindness Georgia. Flaum, a graduate of Arizona State University and University of Miami School of Law, is a member of the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Georgia, the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers, and the Atlanta Bar Association. Beyond her board service at Prevent Blindness Georgia, Flaum volunteers time to the PATH Foundation and <strong>Jewish</strong> Family & C a r e e r Abbey Flaum Services. She and her husband, Douglas Flaum, an attorney at McKenna, Long & Aldridge, live in Midtown and belong to <strong>The</strong> Temple. Get <strong>The</strong> <strong>Jewish</strong> <strong>Georgian</strong> At Home! Receive the next 6 issues for only $20..00 Name:________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________ City:___________________________ State:__________ Zip: ___________ Please mail this form together with your check to: <strong>The</strong> <strong>Jewish</strong> <strong>Georgian</strong> • 8495 Dunwoody Place • Bulding 9 • Suite 100 • Atlanta, Georgia 30350
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