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Page 6, The Jewish Voice

Local Happenings from page 4 “Code Name: Ayalon” During the discussion, Fairworth shared insights
into the film-making process, including the challenges
the only one in this Sp o n so r e d b y of finding period-appropriate props and casting suitable
predicament. Many Marvin and Eve actors. She also discussed her upcoming project, titled
pet owners, facing Schlanger, Chabad of “Blews,” and expressed her goal to bring “Code Name:
illness or life-altering Palm Beach Gardens Ayalon” to college campuses for educational purposes.
events, had no plan hosted a screening of
for their beloved “Code Name: Ayalon,” The Longest Hatred:
animals. I witnessed drawing over 100
this firsthand through community members. Unpacking Antisemitism
my relationship with The documentary, which
hospice during Joan’s chronicles the story of As the tides of antisemitism rise once more, echoing
illness. The need was Arya a secret underground chilling patterns from history, an engaging six-week online
clear, and when Joan bullet factory crucial course will soon commence. This timely program is crafted
passed on March to Israel’s War of to shed light on how antisemitism has adapted across
11, 2012, I, Wendy Independence, was followed by a Q&A session with the different eras — be it religious, racist, or political.
Derhak, honored her producer, Laurel Fairworth. Participants will delve into historical episodes,
legacy by founding examining the early interactions between Jews and
The Pet Cottage. Christianity and Islam; the medieval manifestations within
What started Christian Europe; the catastrophic rise of racially motivated
with Joan’s three antisemitism leading to the Holocaust; and how communism
senior cats quickly and Islamism have shaped more recent perceptions.
grew. The next Hosted by Temple Beth David, this course is taught by
animals in need were Master Melton Instructor Rabbi Debra Eisenman; it aims to
three dachshunds — provide a comprehensive understanding of the forces that
Charlie Brown, Ivy, have influenced the evolution of antisemitism, offering a
and Peanut — whose Elsa rich educational experience for those eager to understand
owner had passed its complex history and contemporary relevance.
away. The demand for a safe, loving place for pets in these The course starts on March 20 and runs through May 1,
situations continued to grow. In April 2015, The Pet Cottage with sessions held online every Thursday at 7:15 p.m.
officially became a nonprofit, dedicated to providing lifelong For more information, please contact Rabbi Debra
guardianship for pets who lost their humans due to death, Eisenman, Melton School Director and Master Instructor, at
disability, or deployment. rdae22@gmail.com or Bobbi Sadow at Temple Beth David,
From those first rescues, The Pet Cottage has flourished. 561.694.2350.
Today, we provide care for over 51 dogs and eight cats. While
our initial focus was on pets whose owners had passed, we Beth David Welcomes Israeli
quickly expanded to include those affected by disabilities
such as dementia and Alzheimer’s. We also recognized the Author
needs of military members, ensuring their pets had a safe
place when deployment or relocation made it impossible to Temple Beth David recently welcomed Israeli
keep them. journalist Lee Yaron, author of 10/7: 100 Human Stories.
One of the most beautiful aspects of this journey has been Ms. Yaron is known for human-centered reporting,
the realization that senior people make extraordinary Forever particularly for the publication Haaretz. Her work focuses
Guardians. Many of the pets in our care are older and need on marginalized communities within Israeli society. Her
calm, loving homes. Many seniors, facing loneliness, long for
companionship. The greatest challenge to welcoming a senior Local Happenings on page 7
pet into one’s home is often the cost of care, particularly
veterinary expenses. The Pet Cottage removes that burden
by paying all veterinary expenses, allowing these perfect
matches to be made.
The Pet Cottage is more than just a place — it is a
promise. It is a tribute to Joan McCabe and to all those who
love their pets like family. None of this would be possible
without the generous support of our donors and community.
You are the superheroes who make this mission a reality.
There are many ways to support our work, from joining
our Happy Tails monthly donation program to making one-
time contributions. Every donation helps us fulfill our forever
promise to these beloved pets and provide pet companionship
to senior individuals, matching pets who have lost their
humans with seniors who long for a loving companion.
To learn more about The Pet Cottage, visit our website at
thepetcottage.org, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and
check out our YouTube channel at The Pet Cottage Official.
To visit, please call to make an appointment at 561-818-5025.
Thank you for being part of our pack!

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