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Marcia Caller Jaffe
Marcia Caller Jaffe
After 35 years with the Atlanta newspapers, Marcia currently serves as Retail VP for the Buckhead Business Association, where she delivers news and trends (laced with a little gossip).
Sheryl Westerman brings 40 years of experience to weight loss counseling.
January 3, 2019, 1:52 pm
Dietician’s 10 Smart Tips for 2019
Industry veteran, Sheryl Westerman, believes that weight loss has many different components, starting with changing the way you think.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Arthur M. Blank
January 3, 2019, 1:26 pm
The Lowdown: Arthur M. Blank
Rolled out in 2018, The Lowdown column spotlights local “movers and shakers” Lean in to hear some off-the-cuff remarks about what makes Arthur Blank tick.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Arthur M. Blank
January 3, 2019, 1:23 pm
Blank Steps onto the Field as Mega Performer for Atlanta
Arthur M. Blank is named Jewish Atlanta's 2018 Entrepreneur of the Year.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal is slated to replace Rabbi Neil Sandler at Ahavath Achim Synagogue after a congregational vote this spring.
January 3, 2019, 1:02 pm
The Dawn of a New Day at AA
Ahavath Achim Synagogue, one of Atlanta’s oldest congregations, transitions its lead clergy position from Rabbi Neil Sandler to Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Gavriel Friedson, deputy director of international operations of United Hatzalah, hosts Jeff and Carrla Goldstein, Eli Beer, United Hatzalah president and founder, and Gabe Jack Stein, who raised $65,000 for UH for his bar mitzvah project.
December 19, 2018, 12:34 pm
Goldsteins Host Innovations in Saving Lives
On Dec. 11, Carrla and Jeff Goldstein hosted heroic members of the United Hatzalah in their home, which provides free rapid emergency response in Israel.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Photos by Laurie Sermos // Lauren and Mark Chekanow relax on the repurposed wood stairs in front of the brick wall that was restored from the original fireplace.
December 19, 2018, 11:50 am
Chai Style Homes: Young Family Honors the Original with Seamless Retrofit
Lauren and Mark Chekanow honor the original craftsmanship of their Candler Park retrofit after a nine-month process.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Former professional boxer Evander Holyfield, one of the celebrities available on Starsona.
December 19, 2018, 11:24 am
Get a Simcha Star Shout-Out
The app, Starsona, brainchild of divorce lawyer Randall Kessler allows stars to record a personalized greeting that can be shared on social media.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Dr. Annie Nataf Cooper Ruspoli
December 19, 2018, 10:50 am
Dr. Cooper’s Yellow Vest Encounter
Atlanta Psychiatrist Annie Nataf Cooper Ruspoli, who grew up in Paris, shares her experience following the incendiary Yellow Vest protests she encountered on a recent trip abroad.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
The winning team Catchball headed by Rachel Gurvitch (center).
December 19, 2018, 10:14 am
Community Circles Shark Tank Innovators 
Jewish Atlanta’s first-of-its-kind Shark Tank event showcased the Israeli-style Women’s Accelerator and the inspiring ideas of its initial 11 female entrepreneurs.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
With a wealth of experience are IDF members Netanel Rappaport (Israeli Air Force maintenance), Maj. Yaniv Hassar (liaison officer for Warner Robbins) and Mike Carmel (manager of F15 fighter jets).
December 19, 2018, 9:59 am
IDF Legends Inspire Atlanta’s FIDF
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces delivered a riveting program for its annual donor appreciation event, “Legends and Heroes of the IDF,” on Dec. 10 at City Springs.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Former JELF presidents Drs. Steve and Marianne Garber congratulate Eydie Koonin, award recipient and executive board member.
December 12, 2018, 11:34 am
JELF Volunteers and Professionals Deserve Applause
Closing out a banner year, Jewish Educational Loan Fund held its 2018 Annual Meeting on Dec. 4, 2018 in Atlanta.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Photos by Heidi Morton // Linda and Mark Silberman relax by the crackled glass bar in front of their first painting, “Hansen,” by Amy Ringholz. The light fixture, top left, is from Yaacov Golan’s Lighting Loft.
December 5, 2018, 2:55 pm
Chai Style Art: Biz Mogul Power Couple Inspire Leadership and Glamour
Linda and Mark Silberman's Sandy Springs home serves as a luxurious sanctuary with tons of personality to fit their lifestyle.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Julia Kesler pulls together South African and Mediterranean flavors with Georgia-grown ingredients.
December 5, 2018, 2:36 pm
Stop, Think, Chew
Atlanta’s version of Julia Child is another Julia … a refreshing and fresh-faced personal chef, Julia Kesler.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Firepit Pizza Tavern serves up a grilled portabella sourdough sandwich that oozes sharp white cheddar.
December 5, 2018, 2:18 pm
Cohen Takes on Pizza/Tavern Niche in Grant Park
The tavern is mellow, with a cross-section of families and a general slice of what Atlanta looks like.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Ambassador Shorer sang Rock of Ages with Lavina and Nissim Reuben, assistant director of the Asia Pacific Institute.
December 5, 2018, 12:59 pm
Beautiful Lights Illuminate India-Israel Relations
Consul General of India, Dr. Swati Kulkarni, sponsored a program and dinner to celebrate Indian-Jewish tradition for the first night of Chanukah.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
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