Stories from the October 2011 OCJL Edition
True Believers and Mixed Messages
by Ilene SchneiderCan we balance empathy and self-interest?
The Luckiest People in the World
by Andrea SimantovWe need to connect with each other.
Mesmerizing Program
by Ilene SchneiderMerage JCC presents the OC Jewish Arts Festival
Milestone Event
by Florence DannChabad of Tustin celebrates Torah dedication.
BBYO Is Back
by Ilene SchneiderJewish teen organization helps high school students explore identity, make friends and develop skills for a lifetime.
Teaching about Tolerance
by By Carine Nadel“Real doll” needs help from the community.
Sukkot, Simchat Torah Listings
Synagogues continue to celebrate 5772.
Karen Green’s Kitchen
by Karen GreenBreak the Fast with Make-Ahead Dips
Accent on Accessibility
by Ilene SchneiderTravel agent arranges trip to Israel for people with special needs.
More than the Scoreboard
by Ilene SchneiderDanny Herz, TVT’s first schoolwide director of athletics, combines athletics, academics and pride.
Special Generation
by By Ilene SchneiderHeritage Pointe gala celebrates life and liberty.
Your Parent’s New Home
by Bonnie Curkin, Owner, Bubbe & Zayde’s Place, Inc.The house becomes “home” for each person.
Dynamic Speakers
by Aaron EliasReform Temple of Laguna Woods opens Guest Lecture Series to the general public.
Good News for JNF and Heirs
by Matthew J. Bernstein CFP, Chief Planned Giving Officer, Jewish National FundTake advantage of tax laws to make contributions with a charitable lead trust.
Foundation at Forefront
by Don Gartner, CEO, Jewish Community Foundation of Orange CountyGet help in achieving charitable goals, today and tomorrow.
Solidarity
by A. SimantovThe message of Sukkot is that we are all one.
Campus Currents
by Jerry SimonIsrael Law Center warns US colleges and universities of their obligation to protect Jewish students.
Making Connections
Join a Jewish business group to learn and network.
On the Lighter Side
by Mayrav SaarWho’s jealous?
The Next Generation
by Ronda Einbinder and Nicole EinbinderSocial action unites Jewish teens.
Kids Konnection
by Barbara BoarnetMake the Bar/Bat Mitzvah experience meaningful.
What’s on Eighth?
by by Teddy WeinbergerHere’s an Israeli Simchat Torah primer.
The Trial
by Rabbi David EliezrieWhat’s really important?
Celebrating Orange County’s Jewish History
by Dalia TaftThe Stern & Goodman Mercantile Company























