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The Charlotte Jewish News - June-July, 1997 - Page 2 My Voice By Susan Kramer There’s a weekly newspaper in Charlotte that has one of the catchiest mottos around. This is a paper whose editorial staff is, to say the least, not afraid to take a stand. In addition, the paper is distributed free-of-charge to the public. Their motto, "The newspaper that can't be bought," is a nice little play on words. It's also an amazing feat. I know — because I now see first hand just how expensive it is to produce a newspaper. The Charlotte Jewish News doesn't just appear in your mailbox, you know. There's a large group of people who come together each month to produce what has been, for almost twenty years, the voice of the Charlotte Jewish Community. A lot of these people are volunteers and the generous gift of their time and efforts are certainly invaluable. But there are "hard costs" to producing a newspaper of the size and quality of the CJN — costs with which I am becoming intimately familiar. There are staff salaries, administrative costs, design and prepress expenses, printing costs, mailing expenses — as you can see, the "free" CJN is really quite an expensive proposition. We try to pay our own way by selling advertising space, but sometimes there are shortfalls, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte supports us when our “income” doesn't match our “outgo.” And that of course, brings me to the point of my article. At the bottom of this page, you will find a "voluntary subscription" form. In the past, the Board of the Charlotte Jewish News has asked that you show your support of our efforts by taking a voluntary subscription to the paper. Many of you responded generously. Now it's time to renew those subscriptions, and if you've never "subscribed" to the CJN, today's the day. Will you continue to receive the CJN if you don't respond? Of course you will. Will the Federation continue to support us if we spill some red ink? Of course they will. But we hope that, just as you have over the years relied on the CJN for your news about the Federation, the JCC's programming, happenings at the Temples, community events, simchas and celebrations, the CJN can now rely on you to demonstrate your support. A generous donation from you will enable us to continue to improve the quality and quantity of Jewish news available to you in Charlotte. The CJN will continue to be — just like our sister publication — a paper that can't be bought. With your support, however, we will also be able to continue our tradition of becoming better and better — and that's something that really can't be bought! Shalom, The End of an Era? (Continued from page 1) as Madans points out, the whole process of the sale could take a year or more and until that time, the Board will remain firmly in control, continuing to provide quality care to the BJH residents. "We are hoping to find a buyer that will enable the staff and all of the residents to remain in place. Until that time, we will continue to operate as we always have. Financially, the Home is very sound. Money is not the problem at the present time. The Blumenthal Home must, however, remain a viable institution that will continue to provide quality care for future generations." When asked if selling the Home marks the end of an era, Madans The Charlotte Jewish News 5007 Providence Road - Charlotte, NC 28226 Office Hours Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Thursdays 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Phone (voice mail after office hours) Office 366-5007 ext 268 FAX 704 365-4507 E-Mail: skramer@vnetnet Internet access is provided to the CJN by Vnet Internet Access, Inc. A Publication of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte Marvin Goldberg-Executive Director Susan Kramer-Editor Advertising Coordinator: Rita Mond, 366-6632 CJN Executive Board Co-Chairs • Bob Abel - Bob Davis Members: Rosalind Taranto • Evelyn Berger • •Suzanne Cannon -Ann Langman - Linda Levy • Dr. Selwyn Spangenthal The CJN does not assume responstt)ility for the quality or kasruth of any product or service advertised. Publishing of a paid political advertisement does not constitute an efKjorsement of any candidate, political party or position by this newspaper, the Federation or any employees. Layout Design by Erin H. Bronkar Published monthly except July Copy deadline is the 5th of the month preceding month of issue quickly replies, "Oh no — it's just the beginning. With the creation of a foundation, a whole new set of services will be available to the Jewish elderly population of the Carolinas. We will be able to reach so many more Jewish families." When pressed for details of how the yet to be set up foundation might accomplish that, Madans replies with a chuckle. "Oh, all that is still to be ironed out — that will be a whole new set of committees!" The physical location of the foundation offices, funding, even the name of the foundation are yet to be determined. But Madans wants to get the word out: the mission of the Blumenthal Jewish Home will never change. "The Jewish elders of North and South Carolina are still our number one priority. The foundation's initial responsibility will be to see that current Blumenthal residents continue to receive care comparable to what they are now receiving." ^ Ik next issue oftlieCJNwiflbe piiblisliedaiAugiKtL Is July 5 Point of View Each issue of the CJN features an article written by one ofjthree rabbis active in the Charlotte Community. 77//s Month: Rabbi "Sossi Coroner of 1 ub.n itcii of N'C Judaisifi Is a Reli^on of During this montfi of Itine (the 11^ - 12tli) wc celcbrate the festival of Shavuotli, whteh marks the ^iniversafy of tlie givitig of the Torfih by 0-4 to the Jewish people itt Mt. Sinai, 3309 yesurs ago. Shavuotfi IS the Hel»ew word fcr weeks. This refet^ to die seven weeks of counting the Omar which begins on the seccHid ni]^ of Passover, Our sages e.%plaln that tii eoiioliiig r^pc««ed|$ the orig^al Goimtsag of the da;^ by the Israelite, tiw first oif ^ day on which they rcK^^ived the Tot^ which was se^^we^lata^ ^ . One of the cusK«ns practiced on S^vu(Hh is to feast on dairy foods. Cheesecake and ch^se bUntzes have long been associated with the festival of Shav|u>th. tradition^y meat is eaten on the festivals, Shavuotti is different as itemftoizes dairy foods. One of the reasons for the dairy foods on Shavuoth is that this was the ftrat sb^ the lews took. By keeping kc«h^, they m«Je a commitment to G*d to adlu^re to the TMi and it's commandmimts. The T(^ s^cs that wheh Moses ia|)(»roaclxid the Israelites to tell th^ about the Torah, tibie people resj^nded with Ae following reply, "Ail that G-d will say, we 'will do.’* There were no review committees or study commissions. There .was a unanimous response in the affirmative. The midrash expounds this point; if even one Ismelite would have replied in the negative, the Torah would not have been given. This commitment from all Jewish people was real and everlasting. This commitment has been proven each and every day of each generation. Today the commitment continues to tihurive as Jewish parents transmit the Torah heritage as they educate their children in the teachings of the Torah. This is why Judaism lasted, endured and survived throughout the most trying challenges in histoiy. On Shavuoth when we enjoy our freshly baked cheesecake and blintzes, we also remember the commitment our ancestors made to G-d, to the Torah and it's commandments. For it was on Shavuoth that the Jews demonstrated their commitment to G-d by accepting the newly taught laws of kosher. TTie Jews refrained from eating meat until they were trained in the laws of kosher. On Shavuoth, we reflect on the meaning of our commitment. Commitment means that we analyze our obligations as Jews and resolve to meet them in the best possible way. Commitment means that we make Judaism our priority. Commitment means we study the Torah and practice it’s precepts and make it the focal point of our life. Commitment means dtat we will learn to cherish our heritage. We vidll study our religion and develop an appreciation fcNT it's values. Commitment means that we cling to our Jewish practices, even if we face hardships doing so or inconveniences. Commitment means that we constantly strive to grow in our Judaism. Commitment means we celebrate our bond with G-d aiui view each mitzvah as a [necious jewel which strengthens our connection with Him and gives meaning to our existence. On Shavuoth we read tlK Torah portion which contains the Ten Commandments. Tlie obvious purpose is to reaffirm our commitment to G-d once again. Since the continuity of the Torah depends on how we transmit it to the children, the Rebbe had requested on Shavuoth, that during the Torah reading of the Ten Commandments, we should include even yHntg chil^n. The Rebbe en^jhasized ^ importance by having even infants present at this particular reading. So enjoy your delicious cheesec^ and have a h^^y Shavuoth. ^ The Charlotte JEWISH ■news Name Phone ( ).... Address City State Zip. Here is my contribution to demonstrate my support of The Charlotte Jewish News. Enclosed in my check for $ $18.00 Basic Annual Subscription $25.00 Friend $50.00 Patron $100.00 Grand Patron Other Mail to: The Charlotte Jewish News Vbluntary Subscription Appeal 5007 Providence Road Charlotte, Nc 28226
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