Atlanta Jewish TimesMarcia Caller Jaffe Archives - Atlanta Jewish Times https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/writers/marcia-caller-jaffe/ Connecting Jewish Atlanta and the Southeast Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:46:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Chai Style Garden: Trifecta of South African Gardens https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/chai-style-garden-trifecta-of-south-african-gardens/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:42:56 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309306 A celebration of three gardeners and the horticultural heritage they carry with them.

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]]> ‘Basura’ Turns Trash into Triumph https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/basura-turns-trash-into-triumph/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:42:06 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309317 The Alliance Theatre production is relatable and healing. Time will tell if it’s headed to Broadway.

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]]> Three Generations Return to Riga https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/three-generations-return-to-riga/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:41:24 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309322 Berta and Lev Mebel, native Latvians, escorted Elaine, Ben, Michael, and Zoey Strauss to the “Paris of the East,” and an exploration of their roots.

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]]> Novotny Enjoys Transformative Destinations https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/novotny-enjoys-transformative-destinations/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:39:48 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309339 Nikki Novotny traveled among monastics, snake charmers, riverbank fires, and hieroglyphics to find meaning in body, soul and sense of place.

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]]> Adventure Athletes Take on the Waves https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/adventure-athletes-take-on-the-waves/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:39:07 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309347 Super kayakers Paula Burks and Shannon Greenhill train and travel to far away continents with a goal of winning upcoming world competitions, not to mention seeing the world.

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]]> Locals Explore the Rich Cultural Heritage of Arkansas https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/locals-explore-the-rich-cultural-heritage-of-arkansas/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:38:23 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309357 Linda and Jerry Richman enjoyed free museums and easy access to the state’s uniqueness.

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]]> Jewish Federation Celebrates 120 Years https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/jewish-federation-celebrates-120-years/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:36:21 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309329 Leaders tout the legacy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta at annual meeting.

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]]> Alembik Continues Philanthropic Pursuits https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/alembik-continues-philanthropic-pursuits/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:35:42 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309394 This new fund at $1 million will support youth mental health outreach initiatives through JF&CS’s BeWellATL program.

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]]> Rabbi Adler’s Transplant Story Leaves Lasting Bonds https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/rabbi-adlers-transplant-story-leaves-lasting-bonds/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:33:06 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309404 Andrea Lipman arranged for her late husband’s organ donations to provide lifesaving support to a local rabbi and several others.

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]]> Atlantans Discover New Treatment for Newborns  https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/atlantans-discover-new-treatment-for-newborns/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:24:55 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309388 For preterm babies born with BPD, a respiratory disease, Dr. Marc Salzberg and Alan Wolk plan to bring a new breakthrough drug to market, while also looking for adult applications.

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]]> Family Health Battles Inspire Lion-Themed Art https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/family-health-battles-inspire-lion-themed-art/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:17:42 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309247 Amanda Perlyn Jackson lost her father to Parkinson’s disease; then creatively used his hospital bracelets to compose a magnificent lion.

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]]> The Dupree Names Founding Executive Director https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/the-dupree-names-founding-executive-director/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309234 Dana Sender Mulla has been appointed to the leadership position.

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]]> Benda, Beans, and Community at Chupito’s https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/benda-beans-and-community-at-chupitos/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:40:31 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309020 Chupito’s in Dunwoody has a mighty accomplished owner behind it.

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]]> Rindsberg’s Sneaker Designs Stun for Simchas https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/rindsbergs-sneaker-designs-stun-for-simchas/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:33:44 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309085 A former décor/event planner executive uses up to 4,000 stones to create wedding and mitzvah custom sneakers.

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]]> Georgia’s AEPi Celebrates 100 Years Young  https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/georgias-aepi-celebrates-100-years-young/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:31:32 +0000 https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/?p=1309091 UGA Jewish Greek life takes a bow for a ten-decade run with a bright future ahead.

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