Page 4 - Boca ViewPointe - October '22

Page 4, Viewpointe October 2022
It’s Time To Reach

By Judith Levy Jewish people have a saying, “They tried to kill us, we so it can be a lonely and needy time for seniors. Everyone
won, let’s eat.” That’s supposed to be humorous, but truly ages, your foot may be in those shoes sooner or later and
September and October it’s not, it mirrors a sad history that must never be repeated. without a caring friend that footwear I’m speaking about
is the time for the Jewish My daughter is in the hospital and wonderful folks who can pinch and feel uncomfortably tight.
High Holy Days. So, take are Catholics, Protestants, Greek Orthodox and Muslims Often you think to do the right and kind thing but you
the opportunity to wish your as well as Jews are saying prayers for her. I’m grateful for just don’t get to it. There’s no time like today. Pick up the
neighbors a Happy New all prayers from any faith and for the caring and kindness phone, knock on the door, mail that letter and bring some
Year. All faiths have prayers they offer. sunshine into someone’s life. You’re a nice person and
and hopes for peace and love Take the time to reach out to a neighbor or friend and reaching out will make you feel even nicer so do it, today
thy neighbor, but quiet love see what you can do to ease their burden. They probably not tomorrow.
won’t do. Speak up, share won’t ask but will greatly appreciate your concern even if To all my Jewish Friends, a Happy and Healthy New Year.
good wishes and kind thoughts so all people will feel included they refuse the offer. They will feel cared about and that
and valued. alone will help to lift their spirits. It will tell them they’re Judith Levy is the New York Times best-selling
not alone in this world, someone cares and that comfort is author of GRANDMOTHER REMEMBERS, which
Seeking Viewpointe worth everything. has sold over four million copies and the mega best-

They say getting older is not for sissies and they’re right.
seller GRANDFATHER REMEMBERS, published by
Writers Many long-term friends are gone and perhaps a spouse as HarperCollins. Both books are available on Amazon and
well, in addition some families may be a long distance away
Barnes & Noble. 
By Lisa Cammaleri

Do you have an interesting story to share? Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center • Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center
The Viewpointe is always looking for new and talented
writers to submit articles on current events, the social scene, 31st Annual
restaurants, movies, family matters, village life, etc…
We welcome news from Village Boards about activities Book & Author Luncheon
or events in their community, which would be of interest
to Boca Pointe residents. Presenting four best-selling authors
Please submit your article to lisa.cammaleri@
fsresidential.com for review and consideration. 
Tuesday, November 1, 9:00 am

The Polo Club of Boca Raton

Please Help

It’s time to declutter your closet!! The
homeless shelters are accepting used clothing.
Please bring any clean, gently used clothing
that you would like to donate. The drop off
location is at the BPCA office located at 6909
SW 18th St., Suite A120 in the Boardwalk
shopping plaza. The donations are distributed to
local churches and homeless shelters. You can Call 561-464-3086 or visit levisjcc.org/bookandauthor
make a difference to those less fortunate. We
have received a generous amount of donations
recently and we want to thank everyone for
helping those in need. Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center • Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center
Thank you!!  21050 95th Avenue S., Boca Raton, FL 33428 • Ph 561-558-2520 • levisjcc.org/sandler

In Memoriam

Albert L. Goodman
Al Goodman was born May
10, 1926 in Bronx, NY. He
passed June 23, 2022. Al
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