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Jewish Federation Kicks Off Women’s Philanthropy

With Noted Author

The Jewish Federation
of South Palm Beach
County’s D orothy P.
Seaman Department of
Women’s Philanthropy
welcomed women in person
to celebrate the start of the
fall season. The inspiring
morning highlighted the
impact of the Jewish
Federation, and author
Elyssa Friedland delivered
the keynote. The breakfast
event was held Oct. 26, at Alison Simon and Beth Madeline Tabin, Elyssa Kupferberg, Jill
Temple Beth El, Schaefer Mishkin Swimmer and Shelly Snyder

Family Campus in Boca Raton. Event
Cochairs Jill Swimmer and Madeline Tabin
were honored and happy to work together Heather Rouffe of Atlas Event Rentals, Jill Swimmer, Roberta Cohen of
on this year’s Fall Kickoff and Spring Fling. Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Speaker: Elyssa Friedland, Madeline Tabin
Event sponsors were Atlas Event Rentals, and Kara Donvito of Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Ivan & Co. Fine Jewelers, and the Jewish
Book Council. Boca Raton Observer Magazine was the Israel’s first special envoy for combating antisemitism
exclusive magazine sponsor. and delegitimization. For details on the Lion of Judah
The next event will be the 2023 Lion of Judah Luncheon, visit jewishboca.org/departments/annual/
Luncheon at 10:45 a.m. on Feb. 1, 2023, at The Polo Club womens.
of Boca Raton. The highly-anticipated event will have To learn more about the programs and events of the
an esteemed guest speaker, Noa Tishby. A woman who Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, please
wears many hats with grace, Tishby is an author, producer, visit jewishboca.org.
Aileen Grebow, Carol Lazar and Gloria Turetz actress and pro-Israel activist. This year, she became Photos by Jeffrey Tholl, 2022

Healthy Answers from page 10 had to be gluten-free also; just another dietary requirement that That being said, there is some confusion as to the true
restaurants have added to their list of ingredients. definition of these categories, and they are often mistakenly
Trends in eating habits have spawned new choices that cater Cheryl considers herself a pescatarian because she eats used interchangeably. All four of these patterns of eating have
to all sorts of culinary tastes. A good example is our most recent some fish along with gluten-free bread and pasta. Other dietary one common denominator: eliminating or reducing the amount
dining experience with another couple. My friend Cheryl and preferences that have now become buzz words are vegan, of red meat and poultry in their diet.
I scanned the menu for items that worked for us. It happened vegetarian and flexitarian. It’s interesting to note that unless Let’s dig a little deeper into the meaning of these terms.
that we were both non-meat eaters, so we opted for a pasta dish you are a purist and stick to the true definition of your pattern of Vegan – Many people think of a vegan diet as plant-based
of the same variety. The only exception was that Cheryl’s meal eating, chances are you cheat from time to time. only, without considering the basis for the diet. Veganism is not
only a food choice, it’s a philosophy and a way of living. Vegans
Palm Beach Dramaworks are opposed to killing an animal for any reason, albeit to eat the
flesh or wear its fur. They may even avoid products made from
announces other creatures, including insects, and won’t use honey or silk.
Reginald Rose’s classic A vegan diet excludes any meat, poultry, fish or foods derived
from animals. The way I look at it is, “anything that once had a
Twelve Angry Men mother is off limits.”

Vegetarian – A person who does not eat meat for health,
religious or moral reasons. The diet is similar to vegan in that it
consists mostly of vegetables, fruits, grains and nuts. They do
Opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks On December 9 not consume any meat products, such as beef, poultry, pork or
fish, including soups, broth, or stir fries that might contain traces
The strengths and flaws of the American jury system are of meat. It differs from vegan in that they may eat eggs and/or
laid bare – as are the prejudices and social attitudes of those dairy products, including cheese, sour cream, yogurt, etc.
standing in judgment – in Reginald Rose’s classic Twelve Pescatarian – A person who follows a diet similar to
Angry Men, which opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks vegetarian. The only difference is that pescatarians eat fish and
on December 9 (8 p.m.). Performances continue through other seafood. They may or may not include dairy and eggs.
December 24, with specially priced previews on December Flexitarian – This is a fairly new term, also called semi-
7 and 8 (7:30 p.m.). J. Barry Lewis directs. vegetarian, that describes people who occasionally eat meat.
Rose made a name for himself in the 1950s as one of the Although flexitarians don’t usually have strong feelings against
preeminent writers for the Golden Age of Television. He had eating meat, they may lean toward choosing free-range, organic
a passion for social justice, and his best work tended to focus and other options that favor ethical treatment of animals.
on controversial issues – the kind that could, and often did, Thinking about changing your eating habits? Why not try
make networks uncomfortable, like prejudice and torture. out one of these options and see how it feels. There are lots of
12 Angry Men (the numeral is used in the title of good reasons for cutting back on meat consumption. It’s not
both the teleplay and subsequent film) was written for in the 68 years since the teleplay premiered. only better for your health; it’s kinder to animals and helpful to
the prestigious anthology show Studio One in 1954, and Twelve Angry Men features a cast of PBD veterans: the environment. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.
follows 12 New York jurors who deliberate the fate of a Cliff Goulet (Guard), Tim Altmeyer (Juror 1), Michael Try giving up meat one day of the week, or only eat meat on
teenager accused of killing his father. Eleven of the men McKeever (Juror 2), William Hayes (Juror 3), Gary occasion, or choose fish instead of a meat option.
are instantly ready to convict, but the lone holdout, Juror Cadwallader (Juror 4), Jim Ballard (Juror 5), Matthew W. There are endless dietary patterns out today that claim to be
8, compels them to carefully examine the evidence. The Korinko (Juror 6), John Leonard Thompson (Juror 7), Tom the answer to overall longevity and well-being. You don’t have
teleplay received accolades, and three years later Rose Wahl (Juror 8), Dennis Creaghan (Juror 9), Rob Donohoe to choose any one in particular to reap health benefits. The most
adapted and fleshed out the script, and coproduced the film (Juror 10), David Kwiat (Juror 11), and Bruce Linser (Juror important thing is to follow a few general rules to keep you on
with Henry Fonda, who played Juror 8. The film script 12). Scenic design is by Victor A. Becker, costume design the right track. If you are confused as to which diet to follow, or
served as the basis for the play, which premiered in London is by Brian O’Keefe, lighting design is by Kirk Bookman, what you should eat for the healthiest results, keep it simple by
in 1964. It took an additional 40 years for the play to make and sound design is by Roger Arnold. David A. Hyland is following these four tips:
it to Broadway – two years after Rose’s death in 2002. the fight choreographer. 1. Choose foods with minimal processing and little
PBD’s production is set during the Eisenhower era, in 12 Angry Men launched the film career of director sugars and fat.
1954, the year the teleplay premiered. Although women Sidney Lumet, who had directed over 60 TV episodes 2. Reduce your intake of saturated fats by adding beans,
and people of color were permitted to serve on juries in prior to making his big-screen debut. The movie has grains, lentils, nuts and seeds.
New York at that time, the jury pools were overwhelming inspired many legal professionals, including Supreme 3. Maintain a healthy weight by eating less meat and
made up of white men – and subsequently, so were juries. Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who has said, “It more fruits and veggies.
Rose very deliberately made the choice of an all-white, was a very important film in terms of developing 4. Eat more plant-based fiber for weight management. It fills
male jury, and PBD is following his lead. Producing Artistic me both as a lawyer and subsequently as a judge.” you up faster and helps guard against overeating.
Director William Hayes and director J. Barry Lewis believe The Don & Ann Brown Theatre is located in the heart of Eat what you love, and love what you eat! Don’t deprive
that the makeup of the jury serves to illuminate the fervid downtown West Palm Beach, at 201 Clematis Street. For yourself of your favorite food because you’re on a diet or you
battle for gender and racial equality in America in 2022, ticket information contact the box office at (561) 514-4042, fear it might be unhealthy. It’s natural to have cravings from
and illustrate how far the country has and hasn’t traveled or visit www.palmbeachdramaworks.org. time to time. Moderation is the key to success. Choose wisely,
eat slowly and enjoy!