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News
Kaplan Documents JNF Mission to Israel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Alan Kaplan penned this firsthand account of the eight-day volunteer mission led by Jewish National Fund-USA.
Israel News
Sarna Discusses ‘Tsunami of Hate’ After Oct. 7
By
Bob Bahr
Professor Jonathan Sarna in conversation described the many casualties following the attacks in Southern Israel.
News
Israel Establishes Annual Commemoration of Oct. 7 Attack
By
Ben Sales / JTA
The government unanimously approved a yearly memorial day on the Hebrew calendar: the 24th of Tishrei, which falls later this year on Oct. 26, and next year on Oct. 16.
News
AJLF Brings ‘Mitzvah Madness’ to Aquarium
By
Sasha Heller
The annual event at the Georgia Aquarium featured live music, children’s activities, community partners, and hoop shoot contest.
News
Federation Raises $12M for Israel War Relief
By
Bob Bahr
New report details how the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is helping to overcome the impact of the war on Israel and its people.
News
Rose Lubin’s Father Seeks Georgia Senate Seat
By
Dave Schechter
The self-described “pragmatic Democrat” sees his candidacy as honoring his daughter, who was slain while serving in the Israel Defense Forces.
News
JNF Dinner: ‘They Seek to Destroy, We Build’
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
The annual Jewish National Fund Breakfast for Dinner event set a local record for attendance along with “ruach.”
Arts & Culture
AJFF Closing Night was a Nod to Nostalgia
By
Bob Bahr
Final film of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival was a reminder of how times have changed for the movie going public in America.
Community
Local Grassroots Group Raises $25K for Hatzalah
By
Chana Shapiro
Individuals from all parts of the Jewish community joined for a concert that raised funds for the Israeli emergency medical response operation.
Business Brief
Hadassah Launches Petition to ‘End the Silence’
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The purpose is to unite people around the world to speak out against the weaponization of sexual violence by Hamas and other organizations in different countries against women of all creeds, races, nationalities, and political beliefs.
Community
Soup Sells Out For ‘Zaidie’ Cause
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Hometown favorite restaurateur, actress, and cookbook author, Jennie Levison, sold out her outdoor Souper Jenny Soupfest.
News
‘Grow a Legacy’ Plants for the Future
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Mike Leven, Jenny Levison, and Ted Blum were three guest speakers who shared the meaning of giving and storytelling at the Atlanta Jewish Foundation donor event.
From Where I Sit
An Uncomfortable Question for the Seder Table
By
Dave Schechter
A rabbi asks: Can we grieve for Israelis AND for Palestinians — even if we believe that the war was necessary?
Purim Gazette
The 5784 Purim Gazette
By
Prof. Essie Fresser
Once again, Prof. Essie Fresser joins the AJT staff as Acting Editor-in-Chief.
Holiday Flavors
Two Sides of the Same Seder Plate
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews share many things in common, but differ slightly when it comes to Passover traditions.
Holiday Flavors
Boneless Short Rib in a Cherry Au Jus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Try out this curated recipe from the AJT for your Passover celebration this year.
Holiday Flavors
Moroccan Charoset (with an apple for good measure!)
By
Debbie Diamond
Holiday Flavors
Chicken Marbella (Sephardic Chicken)
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Senior Living
Slavaticki Makes Yiddish Fun
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Decatur Chabad Rabbi Avremi Slavaticki delighted seniors with his Yiddish language and culture series at Holbrook on Clairmont Road. Members of the Jewish community at-large also joined the class.
Senior Living
Retired Men ‘Take a Hike’
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Only thunder, lightning, and below 10-degree weather prevent these dedicated, Jewish senior hikers from hitting the trails to maintain robust health while solving the world’s problems.
Senior Living
Daughter of Holocaust Survivors Opens Clinic
By
Bob Bahr
Longtime psychiatrist becomes an advocate for the nontraditional treatments of acupuncture.
Senior Living
Royak Aims to Tackle Alzheimer’s via Vaccine
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Working with mice, Yona Royak strives to develop a gene therapy vaccine to prevent toxic protein accumulation in the brain.
Dining
Peach State Pizza Sweeps East Cobb
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
“Peachy” brothers, Michael and David Cohen, make up a mighty duo sure to bring them success at Peach State Pizza which serves a lot more than a pie.
Business Brief
Hutter Named Israel Bonds’ New Chairman
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Andrew M. Hutter, MD, will serve as the National and International Chairman of the Development Corporation for Israel/Israel Bonds Board of Directors.
Business Brief
Berman Honored by Jewish Aging Services
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Candy Berman was named Trustee of the Year for her dedicated philanthropic and advocacy efforts.
Business Brief
Kaye, Lembeck Named to Top 50 Super Lawyers in Georgia
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Business Brief
FJC Co-Founders Awarded for Excellence
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Simchas
Wedding: Hotz-Siegel
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Have something to celebrate? Births, B’nai Mitzvah, Engagements, Weddings, Anniversaries, Special Birthdays and more … Share it with your community with free AJT simcha announcements. Send info to submissions@atljewishtimes.com.
Sports
Weber Wrestling Looks to Build on Success
By
David Ostrowsky
The Weber School will open its Eitan Force Athletic Complex next year, and with it expand the school’s athletic resources.
Sports
Buium Bro’s Star for Univ. of Denver Hockey
By
David Ostrowsky
The pair of Jewish brothers, Shai and Zeev, have the Pioneers looking for a deep playoff run.
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Caroline Stover
By
Caroline Stover
The AJT welcomes your letters. If you would like your letter to be published, please write 200 words or less, include your name, phone number and email, and send it to kaylene@atljewishtimes.com.
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Kimball Shinkoskey
By
Kimball Shinkoskey
Closing Thoughts
A Mitzvah and a Swim Meet
By
Shaindle Schmuckler
Shaindle shares a compelling narrative about a recent memorable interaction she had while attending her granddaughter’s swimming competition.
Obituary
Obituary: Sylvia Frances Harris Andrews
Sylvia Frances Harris Andrews was born on Nov. 26, 1932, in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Obituary
Obituary: Rachelle Golda Berliner
Rachelle Golda Berliner was born the youngest child of the youngest child on Oct. 18, 1931, to Sara and Samuel Leaf in Atlanta, Ga.
Obituary
Obituary: Hebert Mendel
Hebert Mendel, age 84, of Atlanta died on March 2, 2024.
Obituary
Obituary: Deane Austin Smigrod
Approaching a remarkable century of life, Deane Austin Smigrod, a woman of fervent faith, political acumen, and a passion for sports, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Somerby Sandy Springs Senior Living near Atlanta.
Obituary
Obituary: Murray Lewis Solomon
Murray Lewis Solomon was born on May 16, 1938, in Keene, N.H. He was the son of Abe and Lil Solomon.
Synagogue Guide
AJT Synagogue Guide for 2023
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Education
Epstein’s 50th: PTO Presidents Look Back, Ahead
By
Sasha Heller
Former Epstein School PTO presidents discuss how the parental organization has helped shape the school’s community over the past half-century.
Education
AJA Students Process Oct. 7 with ‘Hope & Despair’
By
Sasha Heller
Education
AJA Chagiga Stages Original Musical
By
Chana Shapiro
News
Atlanta Mourns Matriarch Janice Rothschild Blumberg
By
Bob Bahr
Wife of famed Atlanta rabbi and accomplished historian made history and then wrote about it as an accomplished Atlanta historian.
From Where I Sit
A Century of Lived History
By
Dave Schechter
From Where I Sit
Jewish Community Loses a Friend and Ally
By
Dave Schechter
Simchas
Nine-Year Courtship ‘Seals the Deal’
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Caroline and Max loaded their chuppah ceremony with family treasures, while rescue pup, Maggie, was a most special guest.
Simchas
Love Triumphs Over War
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Simchas
Coplin Brings His ‘J’ Game
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Chai Style
Home
Chai Style Home: A Wonder Woman’s House of Thoughtful Judaica
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Caterer Hillary Holland collects various streams of art-some, a fun type of offbeat.
Dining
Abes’ Best ‘Message’ Yet
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
David Abes opened Message in a Bottle in Dunwoody as a destination for fresh seafood with a splash of wonderful and reasonable options.
Professionals
2024 Empowered Woman of the Year Award
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Atlanta Jewish Times Editor and Managing Publisher Kaylene Ladinsky was recently recognized by the International Association of Top Professionals and is featured on the cover of Millenium Magazine.
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Netflix Matchmaker Connects with Local Fans
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Marcia Caller Jaffe
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Marcia Caller Jaffe
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Colon’s Murderer Receives 30-Year Sentence
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Sasha Heller
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Gov. Kemp Signs Antisemitism Bill
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Dave Schechter
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Rose Lubin Jewish Pride Award Established
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Sasha Heller
Publisher's Note
99 Years and Counting …
By
Kaylene Ladinsky
Year in Review
2023 Year in Review
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Bookstore Controversy Erupts Over Gaza War
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Dave Schechter
Camp
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Fran Putney
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Atlantans Rally to Support Boycotted Ali’s Cookies
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Marcia Caller Jaffe
Real Estate
Real Estate Roundup Winter 2024
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News
[UPDATED] Holocaust Survivor Count Drops as Needs Remain
By
Dave Schechter
Chanukah
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By
Bob Bahr
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By
Chana Shapiro
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