Beyachad News from S.A.

TACHLIS FROM BEYACHAD
 7th August 2008
 
A weekly newsletter from the organizations in Beyachad -

Keeping you up to date and community conscious

BEYACHAD COMMUNITY CENTRE
 

The Beyachad Community Centre offers you, members of the Jewish community, two fully equipped audiovisual Auditoriums that can be used for meetings or functions, conferences or workshops, karaoke evenings or social lunches, bridge tournaments or barmitzvah celebrations - in fact for almost anything where a good secure venue is needed. In addition the Centre has a number of smaller boardrooms which can facilitate meetings of between 10 and 20 participants as desired. Let us help you with the right place and the right time. E-mail Michele: Michele@beyachad.co.za Tel: (011) 645-2562.

BEYACHAD LIBRARY
 
CONTACT US 

Tel:011) 645-2567

E-mail: library@beyachad.co.za

Select list of video's/dvds available for Tisha B'Av.

Beyond Hitler's grasp.

Escape from Sobibor.

Europa Europa.

For those I loved.

Holocaust - The Liberation of Auschwitz.

I have never forgotten you.

Shoah.

BEYACHAD LIBRARY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE YIDDISH ACADEMY LIBRARY 

 

Cordially invites you to join us for bulkes tea & coffee. At the Johannesburg launch of the book "JEWS OF JOHANNESBURG" - the English translation of Leibel Feldman's book "Yidn in Yohannesberg".  This unique history of Johannesburg Jews prior to 1910 will be presented by the translator Veronica Belling, who will share her passion for the Yiddish language with us.  In addition, Cedric Ginsberg will read from the original Yiddish.
 
DATE: Sunday 17th August 2008
TIME:  10.15am
PLACE: Beyachad, 2 Elray Street Raedene
There is a nominal donation of R30.00.
To facilitate catering please RSVP by 12 August by calling 011 645-2567, or e-mail library@beyachad.co.za
 
ISRAEL UNITED APPEAL - UNITED COMMUNAL FUND

IUA-UCF

Funds collected for the IUA are used with similar contributions from around the world to help save Jewish lives and strengthen Jewish identity, fortify the fabric of Israeli society and reinforce solidarity amongst Jewish people around the world. Jewish solidarity is vital to the very existence of Israel and Jews worldwide.

The United Communal Fund looks after the protection of our local South African needs. It is dedicated to maintaining and improving our vibrant Jewish community with the security and dignity that it deserves. It supports the growing needs of the vital services of the CSO, the essential work of the South African Jewish Board of Deputies in combating anti-Semitism and supports the South African Union of Jewish Students (SAUJS) who are facing ever-increasing incidents of anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism on campuses throughout the country.

 

The IUA-UCF are continuing with the 2008 campaign and we thank our generous and loyal contributors who are making a difference in assisting our very worthy beneficiaries.

If you have not yet made your donation for 2008, please contact our offices on 011 645-2554 and make a pledge.

 

Partnership 2000

Partnership 2000 and various other organizations - including Emunah, the SAZF, WIZO, the IUA-UCF, Mizrachi, WPZC and Bnoth Zion -are hosting 2 top Israeli Chefs and 6 ethnic cooks that will be demonstrating their magnificent culinary skills at numerous events around the country between 1 - 20 August, in the ETHNIC AROMA FESTIVAL.

The brunch held at Judy Moritz and the dinner hosted by the Pretoria community were extremely successful with over 400 people experiencing the unique tastes of Moroccan, Kurdish, Tunisian and Bukharin cuisine.

Allow these cooks to taunt your taste buds by attending one of their events taking place in Cape Town on the following dates:

«      «      12 August - Gala Dinner in Cape Town at 19h00 - R250 per person

«      «      14 August - Tea in Cape Town at 15h00 - R30 per person

For Cape Town bookings and queries please e-mail Estelle at estelle@ctjc.co.za.

For any information regarding Partnership 2000, please contact Eli at 011 645 2551 or eli@beyachad.co.za.

 

Kesher

The Kesher Life Skills foundation is proud to host Linda Levy at Judy Moritz's house on 21 August. Linda Levy is a dynamic life skills expert extraordinaire. There is limited seating available and tickets will be sold for R2000. Proceeds of money raised will going towards various IUA-UCF campaigns. This event is for women only. For more information about Kesher or to book for the evening at Judy Moritz please contact Kerry at 011 645 2503.

 

ISRAEL UNITED APPEAL  - UNITED COMMUNAL FUND

 

Invites the community to hear

DANIEL SEAMAN

Director of the Israeli Government Press Office

Office of the Prime Minister speak on

MEDIA MANIPULATION

a strategic weapon in the Arab / Israeli conflict.

 

Thursday 14 August at 8.00pm

SEEFF HALL

Sydenham Highlands North Shul

24 Main Street Rouxville

 

RSVP ESSENTIAL

Wendy 011 645 2504

Tea and coffee will be served.

  
SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH BOARD OF DEPUTIES
 

National Director Wendy Kahn and Alana Pugh-Jones attended a forum under the auspices of the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, the purpose of which is to discuss short-term measures to assist xenophobia victims in light of the imminent closure of the Gauteng displacement sites.

 

National Chairman Zev Krengel spoke at the NEC meeting of Habonim Dror.

 

The Council for KwaZulu-Natal Jewry hosted a cocktail reception for the Opening of the Prof. Phillip Tobias Exhibition at the Durban Jewish Centre. Prof. Malegapuru Makgoba, Vice Chancellor of the University of KZN, officially opened the exhibition. 

 

Adrian Gore, CEO of Discovery Health and Chairman of the SA Board of Jewish Education, was the guest speaker at the very successful AGM of the CKNJ on Tuesday 5 August.  Zev Krengel and Wendy Kahn attended.

 

 

SOUTH AFRICAN ZIONIST FEDERATION
 

MEDIA TEAM ISRAEL

The Media Team is compiling a booklet of reports from their recent visit to Israel.  Should anyone be interested in obtaining a copy, it will be available from the office on 011 645 2510. 

 

RADIO 702

The Media Team members sent a letter to the Programme Manager of Talk Radio 702 explaining that they had completed a fact-finding mission similar to that of the human rights activists, and offering to appear on a programme like the one aired last week during which they could place the reasons for the conflict and the situation of the Palestinians in context, which the activists had failed to do.  However the offer was refused, one of the reasons being that most of the members of the Media Team were "people who are of Jewish origin" and also that the delegation "does not seem to comprise the profile or stature of the SAHR delegation."  

 

MONITORINGSA

Bev Goldman and Lisa Peretz met with Shaka Sisulu, Director of MonitoringSA.

 

RE-VITAL OF ISRAEL THEATRE DANCE GROUP:  24 August 2008

Book now to see the magical and exciting Re-vital of Israel Theatre Dance Group who will be performing in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban during August.  Their repertoire includes modern and classical items presenting the story of Israel and Jerusalem Forever, and they are one of the most professional and best of Israel's dance groups.
The Johannesburg performance will take place on Sunday 24 August at 15h30 at the Victory Theatre in Orange Grove. For bookings call 011 645 2541 or e-mail Sharon@beyachad.co.za

ART EXHIBITION:  IN CELEBRATION OF ISRAEL AT 60:  8-14 September

The South African Zionist Federation will be holding an Art Exhibition from 8 - 14 September with the theme, Celebrating 60 years of Israel's Independence.  Artists skilled in the disciplines of painting, sketching, sculpting, jewellery-making, silk-screening, ceramics, photography, glassblowing and mosaics will be participating in this exciting event. For further details call Miriam on 011 645 2531 or e-mail Miriam@beyachad.co.za

 

THE MEDIA TEAM ISRAEL (A BODY OF THE SA ZIONIST FEDERATION)

The Media Report will be sent out separately
  
 
WIZO SOUTH AFRICA

 

AUGUST 12 - WIZO FORTNIGHTLY FORUM - Are you concerned your Brain is not functioning as well as it should and is your memory failing?  Do not miss hearing the eminent Psychologist DR. BRENDA LASERSOHN who will discuss new advances in Brain function and the effects on memory and interpersonal relationships, 9.30am at Beyachad, 2 Elray St, Raedene.  For details phone Joyce 011-6452515

 

AUGUST 20 - WIZO KILLARNEY BRANCH will be holding a BOOK SALE from 9.30am at BALFOUR PARK SHOPPING CENTRE

AUGUST 26 - WIZO FORTNIGHTLY FORUM - PROF ANTON HARBER, Prof. of Journalism at Wits, will discuss 'INTOLERANCE, RACISM AND THE MEDIA' IN S.A. TODAY', 9.30am at Beyachad, 2 Elray St, Raedene. All Welcome.

AUGUST 28 - WIZO BRAMLEY BRANCH will be holding a BOOK SALE from 9.30am at BALFOUR PARK SHOPPING CENTRE.

 

AUGUST 30 - WIZO TZABAR in conjunction with The Israel Centre and the Beyachad Library present a vintage Israeli Movie "Halakha - The Choir" - English subtitles.

 

NOVEMBER 16 - Bride & Groom of Yesteryear!!! This is the competition that has created an absolute buzz in the community! If you have been married for a minimum of 40 years, please enter our Bride & Groom of Yesteryear competition. Photographs can be handed in to Rolene Marks or Sheila Levine at the

WIZO office. For more info contact Sandy on 011 645 2515.

 

WIZO ELISE GIFT SHOP - have a wide selection of beautiful gifts for all occasions at their new shop in the Genesis Shopping Centre, Bradfield Drive, Fairmount.

 

WIZO LUNCH AND LEARN SHIUR given by RABBI MICHAEL KATZ every THURSDAY 1.00pm - 2.00pm at BEYACHAD, 2 Elray St, Raedene.  All Welcome.

 

THE ISRAEL CENTRE

 

PILOT TOUR! SEE WHAT ISRAEL HAS TO OFFER YOU: 20 - 27 SEPTEMBER

ALL YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT ALIYAH! ALIYAH EXPO:  - 2 NOVEMBER

 

THE SECOND FLIGHT! START 2009 BY MAKING ALIYAH - DEPARTS 31 DECEMBER

On the 21st July, for the first time in South African Aliyah history and entire El Al plane, packed with Olim left South Africa for a new life in Israel. 96 ecstatic Olim and two persian touched down in Israel amid great fanfare and a barrage of press coverage. Few words can describe the overwhelming emotions felt by all and every news outlet from Israel's Channel 2 to the dailies, Haaretz, Jerusalem Post, Maariv, Yediot Aharanot covered this historical event.

 

Tears of joy flowed freely at the welcoming ceremony, which was held at The Kotel. Chairman of the Jewish Agency for Israel and WZO, Zeev Bielski, was visibly moved in his address to our Olim, assuring them of assistance and support in all their endeavors. There is no question, Israel is home and

whenever we decide to return, her arms are wide open.

Want to make Aliyah? Have questions that you would like to ask the Aliyah Shaliach? The Aliyah Department works by appointment, to book yours call Debbie on 011 645 2560.

 

 

UNION OF JEWISH WOMEN OF SOUTH AFRICA

 

OSCAR'S BREAKFAST

The Union of Jewish Women's "OSCAR'S Breakfast" Fundraiser Function is being organized and presented by our Helen Suzman Branch. The title of the entertainment they are providing is "PUT YOUR MIND AT REST" a fun filled, stimulating morning, followed by a delicious gourmet breakfast. Please support the UJW by joining us on the 12th August 2008 at 9.00am for 9.30am - for more information and bookings please phone our office at 011-648-1053. Your donation of R350 will benefit our feeding schemes, granny/child headed families, soup kitchen, HIV/AIDS Clinic and Kosher Mobile Meals. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS. 

 

ADULT EDUCATION

 

11 AUGUST - CURRENT AFFAIRS presents RAENETTE TALJAARD Director, Helen Suzman Foundation and columnist for "The Times" "Die Burger" and "Beeld" - Pre Election Politics: 9.30am. Info and Bookings Phone 011-648-1053

 

12 AUGUST - MUSIC - ESTELLE SHER RACHMANINOV 10.00am to 12 noon. Info and Bookings Phone 011 648-1053.

 

18 AUGUST - SUE LEVY PSYCHOANALYTIC PSYCOTHERAPIST - "Psychic Roots of Xenophobia" 9.30am. Info and Bookings Phone 011-648-1053