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Camp
What’s New at Sleepaway Camp for 2025?
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Check out this selection of updates from your favorite sleepaway camps.
News
Sandy Springs Arts Foundation Honors Joe Alterman
By
Robyn Spizman Gerson
Alterman received the foundation’s inaugural Champion of the Arts Award.
Israel News
Hostages’ Release Carries Emotional Impact in Israel
By
Bob Bahr
Israel’s former Deputy Consul General in Atlanta reacts to the recent hostage returns from Gaza.
100 Years
Community
Cheers to 100 Years: An AJT Retrospective
By
Compiled by AJT staff
In recognition of the Atlanta Jewish Times celebrating its 100th year from its first edition in 1925, the AJT will re-publish articles from the Southern Israelite from editions dating as far back as 1929, the earliest edition available through the Digital Library of Georgia.
News
Tu B’Shvat Seder to Feature Social Justice Themes
By
Fran M. Putney
Atlanta community Tu B’Shvat Seder will be held on Feb. 12 at The Temple.
News
Fundraiser Unites Generations for a Night of Comedy
By
Monica Maslia
The comedy show raised money for Congregation Or VeShalom’s ongoing membership and community programs.
News
Bartal Dazzles at Israel Bonds Event
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
One powerful lively “grandmother” carries 25-plus years of world-shaping experiences working alongside two Israeli prime ministers and now as director of Peres Center for Peace and Innovation near Jaffa.
Business Brief
First Lady of Israel Visits Atlanta
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Michal Herzog was honored at the Lions of Judah International Conference and engaged with students from the local Jewish community.
News
Atlanta Film Executive Steve Mensch Memorialized
By
Bob Bahr
Mensch was an active member of the board of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, where he served as a judge for the film competition and, in 2021, as festival chair.
Education
Cohen Raises Funds to Prevent Teen Overdoses
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Dunwoody junior Mady Cohen wants to inspire others to take action in fighting the opiate epidemic.
Health & Wellness
Jewish Fertility Foundation Launches Ambitious Campaign
By
Bob Bahr
Speaking at the organization’s annual fundraising dinner in The Stave Room, Elana Frank, founder and CEO, announced an ambitious long-term capital campaign.
News
Bernstein & Bahr’s Best Bets at AJFF 2025
By
Matthew H. Bernstein and Bob Bahr
The following is a diverse half-dozen selections from the 50 feature films that make up this year’s offerings.
News
AJFF set to Celebrate 25th Anniversary
By
Bob Bahr
News
Remembering Rabbi Alvin Sugarman
By
Dave Schechter
Rabbi Alvin Marx Sugarman, of The Temple, left an indelible impact on the Atlanta Jewish community.
Obituary
Obituary: Rabbi Alvin Marx Sugarman
From Where I Sit
Alvin Sugarman as I Knew Him
By
Dave Schechter
From Where I Sit
Hostage Release Process a ‘Roller-Coaster’
By
Dave Schechter
“These families are living through unimaginable pain,” an Israeli newspaper editor said.
Opinion
Father of Hostage Thanks Ossoff, Warnock for Their Votes
By
Yehuda Cohen
News
Ossoff Rebuked for Israel Arms Sale Votes
By
Dave Schechter
News
AJT Switches to Donation-Based Business Model
By
Sasha Heller
All donations will be made to the Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation, a nonprofit that supports a large portion of the AJT’s budget.
Publisher's Note
100 Years of Keeping Jewish Atlanta Connected
By
Michael Morris
Editor's Note
One Hundred Years of Jewish History and Still Counting
By
Kaylene Ladinsky
News
Pinch Hitter Leaders Thank Volunteers & Sponsors
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Pinch Hitter program is organized by Achim/Gate City B’nai B’rith Lodge 0144 and the B’nai B’rith Center for Community Action.
News
ORT Women’s Auction Nets Nearly $5K
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Wrapped gifts were auctioned and re-auctioned to raise funds for ORT educational programming.
Education
Greenblat’s Survivor Story Educates Thousands
By
Lauren Menis
Holocaust survivor Herschel Greenblat shares his story with students across the state and beyond.
Education
A Thousand B’nai Mitzvahs & Counting
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Local dentist coaches dozens of students on his one-year rolling admissions plan and still has time to coach a winning baseball team.
Education
Sinai Parents Get the Scoop on Teen Pitfalls
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Temple Sinai member Keri Greenwald aimed to sponsor a hard-hitting preventative message to parents and students alike.
Education
Davis Teacher Inspires Fundraising by Weber Students
By
Debbie Diamond
The Weber School’s Teen Rams Against Cancer have launched a campaign to raise $95,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Education
Check Out These Boredom Busters for Kids
By
Robyn Spizman Gerson
This selection of art projects and activities will inspire and teach.
Chai Style
Home
Chai Style Home: A Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Family Resort
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Mira and David Liniado sourced Amish country and Brazilian wood to transform an older ranch to an 8,100 square-foot, family resort style home.
Arts & Culture
Yehaskel Crafts Challah Boards, Guitars & More
By
Chana Shapiro
For Josh Yehaskel, the addictive part of woodworking is trying something new.
Sports
Lurie’s Eagles Soar to Super Bowl Showdown
By
David Ostrowsky
The Philadelphia Eagles topped the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship and will face the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl.
Sports
Mercedes-Benz Stadium Hosts College Football Final
By
David Ostrowsky
Ohio State topped Notre Dame, 34-23, in the National Championship.
Business Brief
Hadassah Ketura Installs 2025 Board
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The Jan. 5 meeting also featured information about how gender bias in Israeli and American emergency rooms may impact treatment.
Business Brief
National Jewish Book Awards Winners Announced
By
Compiled by AJT staff
The winners of the 74th National Jewish Book Awards will be honored on March 12 in Manhattan.
Sponsored
Gather, Celebrate & Advocate for Israel Together with Jewish National Fund-USA
The Gladys and Jack Hirsch Breakfast for Dinner is one of our community’s most cherished traditions—an evening of food, fellowship, and unwavering support for Israel.
Obituary
Obituary: Alice Becker Berman
After 94 years of life, Alice Becker Berman passed away on Jan. 21, 2025.
Obituary
Obituary: Milton Frank III
Milton “Butch” Frank III, MD, husband of the late Cookie Arnovitz Frank, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 13, 2025.
Obituary
Obituary: Anita Freedman
Anita Freedman passed away peacefully on Jan. 19, 2025, in Atlanta at the age of 98.
Obituary
Obituary: Alan Friedman
Alan Friedman, 78, of Parsippany, N.J., passed away Jan. 20, 2025.
Obituary
Obituary: Blanchette Ichay
Blanchette Ichay, 92, of Atlanta, passed away Jan. 11, 2025.
Obituary
Obituary: Joan King
Joan King passed away peacefully at her home in Sandy Springs on Jan. 20, 2025.
Obituary
Obituary: Irwin Morton Levine
Irwin Morton Levine, 92, of Dunwoody, Ga., died peacefully at home on Jan. 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and extraordinary mementos and art, symbolic of a fruitful life well lived.
Obituary
Obituary: Andrew Cary Lipman
Andrew “Andy” Cary Lipman, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, and tireless advocate in the fight against cystic fibrosis (CF), passed away on Jan. 17, 2025, at the age of 51.
Obituary
Obituary: Evelyn Rothstein Satisky
Evelyn Rothstein Satisky, 79, of Raleigh, N.C., passed away on Jan. 1, 2025, at Rex Hospital, which is also the hospital in which she was born.
Obituary
Obituary: Barry Paul Savransky
Barry Paul Savransky, 67, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer at his home in Atlanta, Ga., surrounded by his loving family.
Obituary
Obituary: Lynda Epstein Schaffer
Lynda Epstein Schaffer, 80, of Atlanta, passed away on Jan. 22, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Obituary
Obituary: Philip Sunshine
Philip Sunshine, 94, an Atlanta native and respected member of the city’s business community for over 60 years, died on Jan. 19, 2025, at his home of glioblastoma.
Closing Thoughts
Connection between Biblical Israel, Syria Runs Deep
By
Richard Baroff
Rabbi Baroff recounts the historical links between the Israelites and ancient Syria.
News
Forbes Honors Visionaries Bernie and Billi Marcus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Bernie and Billi recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award for their enduring commitment and generosity with over $2.7 billion given to philanthropic causes.
Publisher's Note
Thanksgiving Won’t be the Same Without My Father
By
Michael Morris
News
In Final Gesture, Bernie Marcus Gives RootOne $60M
By
Bob Bahr
Tribute to Bernie Marcus
Community Tributes to Bernie Marcus
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Several organizations expressed their condolences upon Bernie’s passing and gratitude for the legacy of philanthropy that he leaves behind.
Tribute to Bernie Marcus
Bernie Marcus Leaves Lasting Legacy of Giving
By
Dave Schechter
Obituary
Obituary: Bernard Marcus
News
MDA Ambulance Dedicated in Rose Lubin’s Memory
By
Robert Garber
The moving ceremony was held at Congregation Ariel on Jan. 5.
Israel News
Volunteer Mission Brings Toys to Israeli Children
By
Cheryl Dorchinsky
Business Brief
Berman Commons Hosts Israel Summit
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Sentimental Siddur Presentations Connect Generations
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Four Davis Academy moms share what a meaningful tradition the December Siddur ceremony brought forward.
News
Superstar Choir Performs at B’nai Torah
By
Robert Garber
News
The Indelible Impact of Mentorship
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Health & Wellness
Psychedelics may Aid the Spirit and Body
By
Bob Bahr
Recent Emory initiative explores the relationship between psychiatry, spirituality and psychedelics.
Health & Wellness
Klein Connects Prospective Parents to Eggs & Surrogacy
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Health & Wellness
Mayer Tackles Heart Challenges with Courage
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
News
Legendary Icons Remembered at Breman Museum
By
Robyn Spizman Gerson
“Songs For Someone You Love” was a throwback to the days of the Copacabana.
Arts & Culture
Atlanta Ballet Lauds Schreier’s Talent
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
Arts & Culture
Youthful Energy is Essence of Boaz’s Art
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
The Lowdown
Community
The Lowdown: Lynn Deutsch
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
I Bet You Didn’t Know … Lynn is a graduate of the Arts Leaders of Metro Atlanta program and the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Regional Leadership Institute.
Sports
Carneiro Hosts Female Self-Defense Seminar
By
David Ostrowsky
Prompted by the attacks by Hamas in 2023, former UFC fighter Roan Carneiro hosted an informative program teaching women the art of self-defense.
Sports
Former Olympian Gymnast Keleti Dies at 103
By
David Ostrowsky
Sports
Fried Will Always Treasure His Time with Braves
By
David Ostrowsky
More Headlines
Year in Review
2024 Year in Review
By
Compiled by AJT staff
News
Jewish Atlanta Gathers to Memorialize Oct. 7 Attacks
By
Dave Schechter
News
Jewish Women of Atlanta Connect on Facebook
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
News
Oct. 7 Massacre Hostages’ Human Rights Violated Every Day
By
Kaylene Ladinsky
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah Community Messages for 2024
By
Compiled by AJT staff
Publisher's Note
With the New Year Comes Chance for Clarity
By
Michael Morris
PODCAST
Doug Weinstein’s Perspective on the Young Thug Trial Drama
Then & Now
THEN & NOW: Couples Share the Art of Laughing & Forgiving
By
Marcia Caller Jaffe
News
UP IN SMOKE: Savoring the Kosher BBQ Festival’s Legacy
By
Sasha Heller
News
UP IN SMOKE: Is the Kosher BBQ Festival Cooked?
By
Sasha Heller
News
Jimmy Carter’s Jewish Legacy
By
Dave Schechter
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