Page 6 - The Jewish Voice - January '22

Page 6, The Jewish Voice

Local Happenings from page 5 Chabad of Palm Beach embody the American dream, living a life of contribution
Gardens welcomed former and activism in community and politics as fully committed
Beth David Presents Program trailblazing New York Jews. Transmission of tradition is the driving force of their
lives.
state Attorney General
on Antisemitism Hon. Robert Abrams, People were captivated as Bob Abrams shared anecdotes
whose legacy of advocacy from his childhood in the Bronx, his rise to borough president,
Antisemitism Today and love for Israel, his as well as reflections on what inspired him to take up the
Temple Beth David of Palm Beach Gardens recently family, and the Rebbe mantle of leadership, how he revamped the attorney general
hosted a program titled Antisemitism Today. The featured is well known, and his office into a force for change and a beacon of hope, and how
speaker was Josephine Gon, Vice President of the Jewish wife, Mrs. Diane Abrams, his immigrant roots propelled his fight against antisemitism,
Community Relations Council (JCRC), who discussed a matrimonial lawyer, rights for minorities, Israel, and the little guy. Bob divulged
recognizing and defining antisemitism today. successful real estate what it is that makes him The Luckiest Guy in the World, the
Antisemitism assumes many forms in today’s world. It is broker, and a feminist name of his recently released popular memoir.
vital that we are able to recognize and understand its various activist. This couple
manifestations. This program helped equip the audience
to identify today’s antisemitism, review the definition
of antisemitism, as well as define the importance of this
information for our society.
Ancient Roots of Antisemitism
Guests are invited to join members of Temple Beth David
as they continue taking a journey examining the genesis of
modern antisemitism by way of the Bible, Talmud, as well as
medieval and modern sources, with Rabbi Debra Eisenman.
The two remaining classes of this four-part series will be held
on January 18 and 25 at 10 a.m. The classes will be held in
person at Temple Beth David as well as virtually.

Feeding the Homeless and
Less Fortunate

Temple Israel of West Palm Beach continued its long-
standing partnership and tradition of serving lunch at St.
George’s Center on Christmas Day. Temple congregants
prepared sandwiches and donated Publix gift cards that were
included in gift boxes for those in our greater community who
are homeless and less fortunate. Temple volunteers were on
site at the Center to greet and serve on Christmas Day.

Beth Am Hosts Israeli Artist

Temple Beth Am recently hosted renowned Israeli artist
Hanoch Piven. Following Shabbat service and a dessert
reception, Hanoch gave a lecture and presentation that
explored his art and creativity, and he also offered a sneak Local Happenings on page 7
peek at his new book.
Hanoch is an award-winning illustrator, educator, and
seasoned creative instigator, and is also the author of a series
of award-winning children’s books and apps, TV shows, Leaving Your Employer?
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