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Supplement to The Jewish Standard January 2016
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First breath. First smile. First steps.
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January 2016
Curtain Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Theater, arts and performance
Putting it in Perspective. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Children and our responsibilities
Generation G. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Daniel Tigers
Neighborhood Live!
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Schools, after-school activities, and more
Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Top Choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Great picks for January
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Things to do this month
Simchas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..23
Celebrating our childrens milestones
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hen our matriarch Rachel gave birth to Joseph she exclaimed, God has taken away my
disgrace. Rashi suggests that this was accomplished by providing her with a child to blame for
her faults. Why she said this and if this reflects anything
about the role of children is a long and complicated
discussion. But I was thinking about it when I taught a
class recently.
Lori cant come because she has a middle school
tour. Cathys daughter is home from school sick.
Sara has to go to a PTA meeting. Miriam is taking her
kids to the dentist. The list goes on and on. The class
was planned over a month ago with everyone available.
But now attendance has diminished.
This is mostly good. It reflects a recognition that
our children should be our priority. This was also acknowledged by our sages in exempting women from
time-dependent commandments. We cant be expected
to pray by a certain time of day with a minyan because
who knows what our childrens needs will be and when
they will occur. They certainly arent always expressed
in a timely fashion, exactly when and where wed prefer.
On the other hand, women arent exempt from
praying altogether. Its not carte blanche to ignore our
other obligations. It struck me that women have taken
this dictum, this freedom too far. You cant pin everything on the kids. Yes, if our children are stick, we need
to stay home. But if you already committed to a class,
couldnt you have scheduled the dentist appointments
or school tours for another morning? Perhaps Sara
could have requested that the PTA meet on a morning
where she doesnt have a prior commitment.
Im willing to accept that attending my class may not
be everyones priority but keeping commitments should
be and having children should not be a convenient excuse to absolve us of that responsibility. As stated, if they
need us, then of course they come first. But do they really need us now? To the exclusion of all else? At the expense of other responsibilities and commitments?
And what are we teaching our children if they watch
this behavior? I think there is one positive lesson but
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By doing so, we can elevate others towards reaching their ultimate potential. Its as easy as using a pencil instead of a pen.
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GENERATION G
Globetrotting Grandparents
Hunt for the Perfect Souvenirs
E D S I L B E R FA R B
o presents. No shopping. No
souvenirs, my wife Sharon
vowed as we prepared for
our month-long trip abroad to celebrate
our 50th anniversary.
I tried returning her to reality. Youre willing to disappoint five
grandchildren?
We cant spend time shopping, and
we cant add bulk and weight to our carry-on luggage.
Our first stop was Stuttgart, Germany, where our son was deployed with the
Marines. We arrived during the riotous
holiday Octoberfest. The beer halls
shook with hundreds of celebrants singing the traditional lieder while waving
overflowing steins. Most were dressed
in dirnl and lederhosen. Sharon thought
how adorable her grandchildren would
look in that costume, but she kept to her
pledge and resisted buying.
I tried tempting her. How about a
couple of fancy beer steins for their fathers? But she was resolute.
Stuttgart is not just beer steins and
lederhosen. Its most highly prized product is the cuckoo clock, handcrafted
in the nearby Black Forest of Bavaria.
These are works of art the basic timepiece that cuckoos on the hour or the
elaborate display clocks where not only
do the birds appear hourly, but other
animated figures chop wood and dance.
They range in price from a few hundred
to a thousand dollars.
Sharons friend wanted one and
asked her to research the possibilities.
We examined a bewildering array, and
were intrigued by the detailed woodwork. Were we dangerously close to
buying our very own? Sharon reassured
me that remarkable as they are, cuckoo
clocks are not her thing.
Her resolve almost broke the next
day when we visited Tubingen, a university town with medieval architecture,
intriguing alleys and irresistible shops,
including one that was selling sterling
silver flatware in our pattern 50 per cent
off. It was an agonizing half hour, but fortunately the necessary teaspoons and
salad forks were not available.
From Germany we went to Israel
where we have many relatives and
friends, one of whom gave us their
apartment in the 16th floor of a tower on
Disengoff Street in the heart of Tel Aviv.
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Our mission is to provide academic excellence and leadership in a nurturing
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All locations are unique and custom designed. Monster Mini Golf is fun for all
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WE HAVE A HIGHER
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SOULS AND GIVE THEM
TOOLS FOR LIFE.
them tools for life. We try hard to provide our children
with the best in life, why stop when it comes to their
spiritual path? It behooves each parent to consider the
price their child is paying for their cynical spirit. Our
legacy includes a connection to God that anchors our
children to values and beliefs, enhancing their lives
with purpose, stability and meaningful traditions, making them more likely to avoid risky behavior.
Parents who explore the wonder of life and delve
into this new spiritual world along with their children
discover the magic of the soul. Within each of us lies a
spark. Perhaps in some it is merely an ember, but still,
the spark remains waiting to be ignited. And sometimes
it takes a child to kindle the soul of his parent. How can
we deny our child this gift of life?
As we concluded our conversation, we spoke together about the mission we share, to bring spirituality home. Dr. Miller added. Tell parents this is not one
more thing to do. Its about sitting still. Showing up. Doing less and being present more.
The journey awaits us.
Slovie Jungreis-Wolff is a parenting educator and author of
Raising a Child With Soul (St. Martins Press).
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SPECIAL NEEDS
Socially Immature
Current research shows that ADHD children are often socially immature. Their
interactions with others often appear
unfriendly, awkward, remote, abrasive,
domineering or insensitive. They tend
not to be able to read social cues and to
be rebuffed by peers for inappropriate
behavior.
Social rejection provokes negative
behavior that triggers more rejection,
which in turn, reinforces the childs social isolation.
ADD children may become demoralized, believing they are little more than
a nuisance, notes an article in Eye
on Education. Feelings of low-self
esteem begin to emerge. These
children tend to compare
themselves unfavorably with
their siblings and peers.
They may believe that
their families are disappointed in them, and begin to feel unloved and
unappreciated.
Although medication has been used for
years to improve control over behavior and
to stimulate and increase attention, medication does not erase
the negative feelings
and low self-esteem. It
does not reverse ingrained
habits and behavior in ADHD
children that tend to alienate
their peers.
Many experts believe that helping ADHD children to rebuild self-esteem
and to master social skills should accompany the use of medication. Only
when ADHD kids can truly believe that
they are important and worthwhile, and
can exercise control over their lives, will
they be able to succeed.
Current research shows that up to
half of children with ADHD will continue
to have difficulties with inattention, distractibility, and impulsivity for the rest
of their lives. The best way to insure
long-term success and compliance with
treatment is to get ADHD children personally involved in the process early.
Medication
Medication is, of course, another viable
option for many with ADHD. For many
children, medications such as Ritalin
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can be extremely beneficial, allowing
them to focus and concentrate for extended periods of time. There are also
many instances in which medication
is not necessary, but for most children
with ADHD, medication is an important
step on the road to success.
ADD Coaching
Many people have found ADHD coaching a highly effective and more affordable alternative to counseling. An ADHD
coach works with a child often on her
own turf, to analyze what specifically is
contributing to her social difficulties,
and to generate behavioral strategies to
improve social interactions.
ADHD coaching also helps children
to understand that the source of many of
their challenges is ADHD, not personal
shortcomings. Safely examine areas of
failure for clues as to how to implement
change. Heighten self-awareness and
self-observation skills, and use those
skills to improve decision-making and
performance.
Change perspective when stuck
(i.e. learning new ways to work with
procrastination, staying on task, or being more productive). Become aware
of their own learning and processing
styles so they can enhance their ability to comprehend information and
situations.
Rifka Schonfeld, founder and director of
S.O.S (Strategies for Optimum Success), has
served the Jewish community for nearly 30
years as an educator and education consultant. She is a reading specialist who does
G.E.D. preparation, evaluations, social skills
training, dating coaching and self-esteem
building. Visit her at rifkaschonfeld@gmail.
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Daniel Tigers
Neighborhood Live!
The legacy of the beloved Mister Rogers lives on with the hit television series,
Daniel Tigers Neighborhood, from The Fred Rogers Company and airing daily on
PBS KIDS. Now, Daniel and all of his friends are hopping aboard Trolley to entertain live audiences with Daniel Tigers Neighborhood Live! on Sunday, Jan. 24 at
bergenPAC. Donning his iconic red sweater, Daniel and his friends explore the
vibrant world of their Neighborhood of Make-Believe, sharing stories of friendship, helping others, and celebrating new experiences. This live theatrical production is filled with singing, dancing, laughter and grr-ific surprises. Sunday, Jan.
24, 2016. 1 and 4:30 p.m. bergenPAC, 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood.
201-227-1030, www.bergenpac.org.
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JANUARY
To Our Readers: To Our Readers: This calendar is a day-by-day schedule of events. Although all information is as timely as we can make it, its a
good idea to call to verify details before you go.
Friday, December 18
Saturday, December 19
Friendship Circle Saturday Night Live: Children
enjoy a pizza dinner with their friends and keep
busy with mind-boggling science experiments.
For ages 7 and older. The Friendship Circle of
Passaic County, 194 Ratzer Road, Wayne. 973694-6274, fcpassaiccounty@yahoo.com
Sunday, December 20
Meet Elsa and Olaf: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the
Academies at Gerrard Berman Day School, 45
Spruce St., Oakland. Take pictures with Elsa and
Olaf. Do snowy science experiments. Make your
own Olaf in a bottle. Enjoy an edible snowman.
For more information, 201-337-1111
Kids in Action Skate it Away: The children will
be writing and sending letters to Israeli soldiers.
After that, they will head out for ice-skating.
Drop off at the Chabad Center, 194 Ratzer Road,
Wayne. Pickup at the Ice Vault, 10 Nevins Road,
Wayne. 12:45 to 2:15 p.m.
Friday, December 25
Oran Etkin Timbalooloo in Concert: Two special
family concerts at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at The
Jewish Museum. Etkin will be presenting a new
production, Sing Sing Sing - Benny Goodman
in the Kingdom of Swing, incorporating music
from Etkins new CD for adults, Whats New?
Reimagining Benny Goodman, and playing it in a
child-friendly way. The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth
Ave., at 92 St., Manhattan. 212-423-3337, www.
thejewishmuseum.org
Museum of Jewish Heritage: Spend the day
at the museum, as all exhibitions will be open
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be tours of the
exhibitions and a matinee performance of The
Golden Bride/Di Goldene Kale (separate admission required). The Museum of Jewish Heritage
A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. 36 Battery
Place, Manhattan.
Mish Mash with Ventriloquist Jonathan
Geffner: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Presents
Mish Mash with famous Ventriloquist Jonathan
Geffner 11 a.m. to noon, who will wow with his
wacky, whimsical wooden sidekicks who mesmerize audiences. JCC on the Palisades, 411 E.
Clinton Ave., Tenafly. 201-408-1467, alofaro@
jccotp.org.
Tuesday, December 29
Autism Friendly Theater: A sensory-friendly
production at the Paper Mill Playhouse at 1:30
p.m. with a meet your seat on Monday, Dec.
28 from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information,
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Friday, January 8
Temple Emeth Family Service: Family Shabbat
services at Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road,
Teaneck. Held at 7:30 p.m. 201-833-1322, www.
emeth.org.
Saturday, January 9
Sunday, January 10
Friday, January 15
Temple Emeth Shabbat Music Service: For a
musical Shabbat at Temple Emeth beginning
at 8 p.m. Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road,
Teaneck. 201-833-1322. www.emeth.org.
Tot Shabbat in Franklin Lakes: Tot Shabbat
and Pizza Dinner at Barnert Temple at 5 p.m.
Our youngest ones (pre-readers) are invited
to welcome in Shabbat with us at this familyfriendly service. Barnert Temple is located at 747
Route 208 South, Franklin Lakes, NJ. 201-8481027 or schooloffice@barnerttemple.org. www.
barnerttemple.org.
Tot Shabbat Service: Temple Israel and
Jewish Community Center holds Tot Shabbat at
11 a.m. No need to leave the children 4 and
younger home when you want to go to synagogue. Services are egalitarian Conservative and
Reconstructionist. 475 Grove St., Ridgewood. 201444-9320.
Sunday, January 31
Mitzvah Mall: One day. A world of difference. 16th
annual mitzvah mall. Raising money and awareness for grassroots organizations close to home
and around the world. 9 a.m. to noon. Barnert
Temple, 747 Route 208 South, Franklin Lakes.
www.barnerttemple.org/mizvahmall.
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Simchas
BENJAMIN SCHACK
Benjamin Schack, son of
Susan Esserman-Schack and
Barton Schack of Allendale
and brother of Zachary
Bronstein, 25; Joshua
Bronstein, 23; and Sophia
Schack, 9, celebrated becoming a bar mitzvah on on
November 14 at at Barnert
Temple in Franklin Lakes.
Birth
YAAKOV LEV EFRATI
Yaakov Lev Efrati was born on September 27, 2015 at
Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem to Mandy and Etan Efrati. He
weighed 7.6 pounds and was welcomed by his brother Yitchak
Shalom, who was 11 months old at the time of his birth. Their
grandparents are Linda and Bennett Storfer of Bergenfield
and Rachel and Sasson Efrati of Jerusalem.
Bnai mitzvah
ALEXIS MOGENSEN
Alexis Rose Mogensen,
daughter of Alyssa and Chuck
Mogensen of Tenafly and
granddaughter of Judith and
Marc Pozner of Englewood
celebrated becoming a bat
mitzvah on December 12
at Temple Sinai of Bergen
County in Tenafly.
ALAN ROSENBERG
OZ ASHKENAZI
Oz Ashkenazi, son of Hagit
and Yaron Ashkenazi and
brother of Omer, Reut, and
Amit, celebrated becoming
bar mitzvah on on November
21 at Temple Beth Sholom in
Fair Lawn.
MAX BERKOWITZ
ALEX BERKOWITZ
Max and Alex Berkowitz,
twin sons of Jodi and Philip
Berkowitz of Fair Lawn,
celebrated becoming bnai
mitzvah on October 31 at
the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel.
REBECCA GROSS
Rebecca Gross, daughter of
Sharon and David Gross of
Harrington Park, celebrated
becoming a bat mitzvah
on December 5 at Temple
Beth El of Northern Valley in
Closter.
KIRA LINCOLN
Kira Lincoln, daughter of
Michelle Levine and Paul
Lincoln of Ridgewood, celebrated becoming a bat
mitzvah on December 5
at Temple Israel & Jewish
Community Center in
Ridgewood.
GREGORY ROVINSKY
Gregory Rovinsky, son of
Yelena and Steven Rovinsky
of River Edge and brother of
Joshua and Leah, celebrated
becoming a bar mitzvah on
November 21 at Temple
Avodat Shalom in River
Edge. He is the grandson of
Raisa and Leonid Rovinsky
of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Roza
and Vladimir Kodryanu of
Cleveland, Ohio,
JACOB SAPIN
Jacob Sapin, son of Marc
Sapin and Joy Melnick Sapin
of River Edge, and brother of
Ari and Chelsea, Jared, and
Eliana, celebrated becoming
a bar mitzvah on November
28 at Congregation Beth
Sholom in Teaneck.
BROOKE SENDIK
Brooke Sendik, daughter of Jill and Paul Sendik
of Waldwick and sister
of Brandon, celebrated
becoming a batmitzvah on
November 21 at Temple
Emanuel in Woodcliff Lake.
TOBY SHAPIRO
Toby Jean Shapiro, daughter of
Debbie and Jeremy Shapiro of
Hillsdale, celebrated becoming
a bat mitzvah on November 21
at Congregation Bnai Israel in
Emerson.
MYLES SUCHOFF
Myles Suchoff, son of Sandy
and Jeff Suchoff of Fair Lawn,
celebrated becoming a bar
mitzvah on November 21 at
the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel.
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GIL ZYNDORF
Gil Zyndorf, son of Lisa and
Moshe Zyndorf of Fair Lawn
and brother of Benjamin and
Oren of Israel, celebrated
becoming a bar mitzvah
on November 14 at the
Fair Lawn Jewish Center/
Congregation Bnai Israel. As a
mitzvah project, he collected
bikes to donate to Pedals for
Progress. The bikes are sent
to impoverished countries and
give people access to go to
work.
Include:
1 hours of skating (during public session)
Private decorated party room
Off ice party attendant
Skate rental
Invitations for party guests
Pizza and soda
Personalized Carvel ice cream cake
Favors and candy
FREE skating pass for future use
Birthday child receives FREE Ice Vault T shirt
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