Stories from the March 2011 OCJL Edition
The Next Generation
by Gary KipnisDebbie Friedman’s vision inspired a generation of songwriters and songleaders.
Society Roundup
The installation event included a signing ceremony in which the Jewish Federation & Family Services became an official entity.
Photo credit: Photos by Kathleen Ron, Jewish Federation & Family Services
Jewish Federation & Family Services held its annual meeting and installation on Sunday, January 30. In addition to installing Phil Waldman as the new chair, making [...]
Finding the Divine in Purim
by Rabbi David EliezrieHoliday is replete with meaning.
Salty Words
by Andrea SimantovJudaism says much about the value of salt.
Turmoil in the Middle East, My Take
by Naomi RagenEgypitan situation could be a wake up call for democracies.
On the Lighter Side
by Mayrav SaarPregnancy makes one feel like a golem.
Kids Konnection
by Barbara BoarnetB’nei Mitzvah are easier the second time around.
Journey to Judaism
by Aaron EliasCircumcise Me chronicles one man’s road to conversion.
Helping Hands
by Ilene SchneiderChoose a mitzvah to benefit people in Orange County, Israel and elsewhere.
One Stop Shop
by Carine NadelMitzvah Party Central is truly a mitzvah.
Is It Good for the Jews?
by Ilene SchneiderPundits try to predict the outcome of Mubarak’s ouster as Israel prepares for all possible scenarios.
Karen Green’s Kitchen
by Karen GreenUpdated Classic Wintry Dishes for March – Rain or Sun
Dealing with Disaster
by Judy FlormanIsraeli fire serves as wake up call.
Agent of Change
Gerald C. Lasensky was a leader and fundraiser in the Jewish community and elsewhere.
Exercising Patience
by Andrea SimantovStaying calm is a state of mind.
Celebrating Orange County’s Jewish History
by Dalia TaftThe Prettiest and Most Fashionable Goods
From Dream to Reality
by Reina V. KutnerCongregation B’nai Israel’s “Genesis Committee” will be honored at annual gala.
In Ishmael’s House (A History of Jews in Muslims Lands) takes readers on a journey of Jewish life in Muslim-controlled countries.
by Benjamin J. HubbardBook describes 1,400-year history of two monotheisms.
Super Mitzvah
by Ilene SchneiderChai Lifeline takes Adam Wolf to the Super Bowl
Addressing Complex Challenges
by Ilene SchneiderThe Reut Institute takes a proactive response to the systematic attempt at delegitimzing Israel.
Mother of All Purims
by Teddy WeinbergerFor Israelis Purim never seems to end.
Music and Healing
by Florence DannCantor Susan Deutsch discusses Cantors Assembly trip to Poland and Israel at Dinner with a Scholar.
Inspired Invitations
by Jerry SimonPrinting technology from Israel launched Artiface Custom Invitations in 1994.




















