Jewish Post, Indianapolis, Marion County, 23 October 2002 — Page 2

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Rona’s Roving Reports Author/historian to sign books at JCC dinner

By SHOSHANA HARPER Shabbat Events On Friday, Oct. 25 at 7:15 p.m., in the JCC's Laikin Auditorium, the Jewish Community Relations Council and the Hudson Institute will co-sponsor a book signing and Shabbat dinner with Michael Oren, author of Six Days of War: /line 1967 and the Making of the Modem Middle East. The cost is $12 per person. Reservations are required. Call 251-9467, ext. 240. Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation's Social Action Committee sponsors a monthly Shabbat dinner at Hooverwood where 1HC members eat and socialize with the residents. The first dinner is scheduled for Oct 25. To make reservations call Mike, 255-9620 or Brickette, 915-0744. Future dates include: Nov. 22, Dec. 20, Jan. 24, Feb. 28, and Mar. 28. Saturday, Oct. 26 is slated for the B'nai Torah Shabbaton with Rabbi Yosef Reinman, coauthor of One People, Two Worlds. He is also featured at the JCC Festival of Books on

Thursday, Oct. 24th. His topics for the weekend include "Jew vs. Jew: The Demonization of Orthodoxy" and "Feminism and Homosexuality: An Orthodox Perspective." Costs: $12 adult; $6 child; $36 family. Reservations required by calling 253-5253. Buy books; meet the authors The Ann Katz Festival of Books at the JCC is scheduled for Oct. 24 - Nov. 12. Lectures, book signings, cooking, film and readings are all a part of this fourth annual book festival. Over 1,000 titles are available for sale. You may log on to www.jccindy.org or call the JCC for a brochure, 251-9467. Thursday, Oct. 24, James Gelsey, author of Scooby Doo mystery books, offers workshops for children on writing their own mysteries, 10 a.m. for grade K at the JCC; 1:30 p.m. at the Nora Library for grades 3-6. Thursday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Ammiel Hirsch and Yosef Reinman: One People, Two Worlds: A Reform Rabbi and an Orthdox Rabbi Explore the Issues that Divide Them.

Friday, Oct. 25, James Gelsey offers workshops for children on writing their own mysteries at 10 a.m. at the JCC for grades K and up; 2 p.m. at the Carmel Clay Library for grade 5 and over. Single in Indy On Saturday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m., the forty plus group will enjoy dinner at Hella's Cafe. There will be plenty of Greek food and belly dancing. Reserve your place at the table no later than Friday, the 25th. Saturday, Nov. 2nd, 6:30 p.m., Eagle Creek Park, Hayride & Bonfire. $12 prepayment required. There is a 20 person limit to this event so be sure to make your reservation today! You can view the monthly Singles calendar on line at jccindy.org. Click on "Singles" to stay updated. You may RSVP for any event or get more information by contacting the JCC singles coordinator, Marsha Landau, 251-9467, ext. 233 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Seniors

The Golden Age Club is geared to the interests of the older members of our community. They meet every Tuesday and Thursday in the JCC's Laikin Auditorium. Meetings include a discussion or special activity, exercise and a kosher lunch. Tuesday: October 29, exercise class from 11:30 -12:00 noon followed by a kosher lunch. Thursdays: Oct. 24, 31 from 11 a.m. -12:45 p.m. Discussions of contemporary issues followed by an exercise class and kosher lunch. Costs: Exercise class 75 cents; lunch $1.50. Call Julie Goldman for more info or to arrange for transportation, 2519467. Volunteers are needed to help Julie Goldman complete applications for heat assistance in November. Saturday, Oct. 26, Congregation Beth-El Zedeck hosts its first luncheon program of the Beth-El-Ders senior adults group. Following Shabbat morning services, "My Favorite

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Holiday" is the topic for the group to share memories in this discussion format as they gear up for Hanukkah this year. Thanks to the tremendous generosity of Albert and Sara Reuben, the Indy Elderlink program and the building which houses it will be dedicated on Sunday, Oct. 27 beginning at 2 p.m. Parking is available in the JCC front lot. Indy Elderlink is the new resource in the community to help plan and coordinate service needs for our seniors. Many of you know Lori Moss, the new program coordinator, from her work with the older members of our community. Lori can be reached at 259-6822 to answer your questions about the event and the services available through Indy Elderlink. Weekend in Brooklyn Thursday, Oct. 24 - Sunday, Oct. 27, "An Autumn Weekend in Brooklyn." The Aura Women's Organization is sponsoring this Shabbat weekend. Shop in Boro park, spend Shabbos in Crown Heights as a guest of the Lubavitch community, visit the gravesite of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, enjoy the Brooklyn Museum and eat at trendy kosher eateries! The cost of $250 includes lodging, meals, ground transportation. Sorry, it doesn't cover shopping! For more info and to make reservations, call Nini, 251-5573 or Ellen, 253-0567. Rosh Chodesh for Women "Women and the Miracle of Chanukah" is the topic for this Wednesday, Nov. 6,8 p.m. event at the Artistry in Clay Studio of Ruth Stoner in Broad Ripple. Join with Jewish women of all backgrounds for an evening creating beautiful hand-painted Hanukkah gifts for yourself and others. Costs: Jewish Star plate $15, Mezuzah Case $15, Kiddush Cup $15, Dreidel with stand $30. Order your item when you RSVP no later than October 27, 253-9152. * Hasten Happenings Cook, create and consume a kosher pre-Thanksgiving feast on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at the Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis. Learn to prepare a delicious dinner of "sides only" with Nancy Landman of Great Cooks and Company who is donating all proceeds to the HHAIPTA. Enjoy an evening of seasonal cuisine with friends. Continued on page 11