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BOOK CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS

speaker available
Woman authors of exciting group novel available to speak or send $14.95 for copy of COMPANION PIECES, P.O. Box 23006, San Jose, CA 95153-3006. [email protected].

BUSINESS & SERVICES

business for sale

San Francisco
Kosher Meats/Deli/Liquor Store.
(415) 267-6952.
[email protected]

catering

Need kosher food?
Professional caterer prepares delicious meals by order only. References avail. Orthodox Supervision by Rabbi Isaac Fineman [email protected] (415) 668-1164.

computer services

All Things Macintosh
Freezing and crashing? Get help (Mac & PC) sharing high-speed Internet, printing and files. References. Eugene or Ruth: (415) 695-1956

BUY & SELL

for sale

cemetery plot
Cemetery plot for sale, Choice location Eternal Home Cemetery in Colma. Price negotiable. (415) 664-3084.

purchase/ consignment

furniture
Keep your used modern furniture in the family- Oakland family owned resale/consignment store buys: 1950’S-70’S modern design furniture, lighting, decorative and fine art. Danish Modern, Herman Miller, Knoll, Charles Eames, Hans Wegner etc. Fast, friendly response. We serve entire Bay Area.. Form Vintage Modern 5330 College Ave Oakland, CA. (510) 757-3755. Formvintagemodern.com.

CELEBRATIONS

music/band

Haimish Music
for Joyous Occasions. Simchas, Festivals, Services and Onegs. Duos, trios or larger ensembles featuring Mikel Estrin on reeds, strings and various exotic instruments. (510) 276-6764 www.haimishmusic.com

Weddings/Parties
Arella Barlev and her band,for weddings and parties. Israeli folk dances, Klezmer, Yiddish, Country, Rock, Jazz Standards and Cantorial. (510) 233-6739.

photography

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Photography
Capture the special moments in the life of your loved ones. Reasonably priced. Nadine (510) 841-3656.

B’nai Mitzvah Photography
High quality and affordable professional photography. Serving the entire Bay Area Jewish community since 1995. View my photography at www.Karlinstudios.net. 800-269-5247.

EMPLOYMENT

help wanted

Preschool Director/Head Teacher
Seeking Preschool Director/Head Teacher Beginning Fall 2007. Gan Shalom is a play-based preschool in a nurturing, home-like environment in central Berkeley. For 18 years, we have blended diversity and openness with a deep, joyous commitment to Modern Orthodox Judaism. We serve 25 children, ages 2.9 to 5 years. Qualifications: 12 ECE units, 3 administrative units, early childhood teaching experience, strong Judaic/Hebrew knowledge, supervisory/administrative experience, excellent communication skills. Candidates should be computer-literate, flexible, creative, able to work as part of a team with staff and families, and dedicated to nurturing Jewish spiritual and religious growth. Salary and benefits DOE. Please email resume, cover letter and salary history/requirements to

[email protected] or fax to (413) 751-9350. For more information, see cbiberkeley.org/ganshalom or contact Chalyn Newman at (510) 520-5929.

Dir. or Educ.
Mosaic Law Congregation in Sacramento is seeking a full-time Director of Education. Only experienced applicants should apply. Please contact [email protected]. www.mosaiclaw.net

Part-Time Child Care
After school child care person wanted 3:00-5/6:00 p.m. M-F. Must be able to drive. East Bay, Contra Costa County. Please call Randy at (925) 437-3314. [email protected].

Mealtime Coach
Assist Jewish elder in dininghall. Cue, encourage, converse. Training provided. Qualifications: clear English, kind, reliable, trustworthy. 3 days/week. 1.5 hrs/day. Near SF City College/SFSU. $11-$13, DOE. Contact: [email protected].

Assistance with clip files
j. is looking for a volunteer to assist with our clip files. For info on what clip files are and what needs to be done with them, call Diane: (415) 263-7200 x10.

situation wanted

CANTOR
Highly experienced woman cantor available for concerts and all life-cycle events i.e. weddings; commitment ceremonies; vow renewals; baby-namings; unveilings; funerals etc. B’nai Mitzvah tutoring. Also interested P/T or F/T cantorial position. Have car will travel! Cantor Hilda Abrevaya (415) 469-9697. [email protected].

rabbi/cantor
Experienced Rabbi & cantor available for tutoring and all life-cycle events i.e. weddings; baby-namings; unveilings; funerals etc. B’nai Mitzvah tutoring. Hebrew tutoring. Can come to your location Rabbi Isaac Fineman (415) 378-1651. [email protected].

HOME & GARDEN

hardwood floors

VR & EB Hardwood Floor service. Dustless system. Installation, refinishing, repair. Three generations experience. Lic. # 712180. Free estimate. Excellent references. (415) 516-5131.

hauling

Lou’s Express Hauling
Lou’s Express Hauling. Basement, garage, attic, etc. Junk, trash, garbage, beds, sofas, appliances, carpet removal service, padding, nail strip. Lou (415) 225-4637.

Yoel’s Hauling
Garage and basement cleanup. Yard service and tree care. Demolition. Free estimate. Reasonable prices. Call Yoel: (415) 282-2023

painting

Forum Renovation Co., Inc.
Exterior/Interior painting, wallpaper. Free Estimates. References. Fully insured. License #674878. (415) 665-8484.

Bloom Painting
Bloom Painting – Custom interior and exterior painting. Fully insured. Visa/MasterCard accepted. License # 699691. Cliff, (415) 584-1182.

Ultimate Painting Co. Inc.Interior/Exterior painting. Fully insured. BBB member. Reliable, clean, over 25 years in business. Call for free estimate. Bay Area Wide. Toll Free: 1-866-color4u or (415) 566-5534; www.UltimatePainting.net

remodeling, contractors, & handymen

Forum Renovation Co., Inc.
Remodeling, reasonable, fully insured. License #674878. (415) 665-8484.

Remodel, alterations, fences, household repairs. Reasonable. No job too small. Lic. #682304. (415) 661-0480.

HOUSING

room available

Walnut Creek lady seeking mature woman companion. Offering room and utility. Contact: (925) 945-7199.

SEEKING

volunteers

Doctoral Dissertation
In clinical psychology. Explores Jewish identity and name change at marriage/partnership. Interviews approx. 1 hr. Criteria: Jewish and non-Jewish women, no Jewish surname when growing up, took Jewish surname in adulthood, name change in past 10 years. (415) 518-0882. [email protected].

SENIOR SERVICES

financial services

Reverse Mortgage
Is A Reverse Mortgage in your Future? Learn the facts! Call Laura Levy @ (510) 521-6465 for a FREE Consultation.

situation wanted

Elder Care
Compassionate, well trained, experienced nurse will provide top quality elder care. Excellent references. Live-out. SF only. Resume provided. Available immediately. Price negotiable. Josephine: (415) 587-3992.

Elder Care
Caregiver, housekeeper, sympathetic, cultured, kashrut-literate. references, resume. Berkeley, Oakland, Orinda. (510) 326-2150.

TRAVEL GUIDE

AD OF THE WEEK

CALIFORNIA

wine country

Sonoma Valley Wine Country Cottage. Luxurious 2 bedroom vacation rental on the plaza in Kenwood, close to wineries and restaurants (707) 833-5256 / www.kenwoodhouse.com. [email protected].

CALIFORNIA

bay area

Vacation apartment with fireplace, two bed and bath suites. Pet and children friendly. Point Reyes. Sevengreyfoxes.com (415) 663 1089

high sierra

Northstar™ – Homes and condos. Daily/ weekly/ monthly. Great selection/ rates. Martis Valley Associates Sales/ Rentals. Ski leases available.(800) 587-2070.

wine country

Sonoma Valley Wine Country Cottage. Luxurious 2 bedroom vacation rental on the plaza in Kenwood, close to wineries and restaurants (707) 833-5256 / www.kenwoodhouse.com. [email protected]

HAWAII

kona / big island of Hawaii

Magnificent resort setting. Spacious 2BR/2Bath, fully equipped condominium. 3 pools, Jacuzzis, 2 tennis courts, 36-hole golf course. Private restaurant. 24-hour security. Françoise: (415) 383-1937 or [email protected]. www.vacationatkona.com

maui

Beach Front – Attractive condominium near Kaanapali,handsomely equipped. Sleeps 4. Beautifully located swimming pool. Near tennis and golf. Owner discount. Car package. (415) 664-1348.

Kihei – Maui Kamaole. 2 pools/ tennis/ concierge. Low owner rates. Carol (415) 663-1618. www.kamaolerental.com. Visa/MC accepted.

Kihei – Maui Kamaole. 2 pools/ tennis/ concierge. Low owner rates. Carol (415) 663-1618. www.kamaolerental.com. Visa/MC accepted.

kauai

Hawaii’s unspoiled Garden Island. Gorgeous new condo in luxury resort/ spa. 2 bdr. 3ba. Sleeps 6. Beachfront property in Kapa’a. Beautiful onsite pools. Free romantic sunsets nightly. Owner discount. (415) 902-5465.

MEXICO

cabo

Cabo San Lucas Dec 10-17. Ocean view luxury unit on Medano Beach at Pueblo Bonito Resort. $2000/week. Joan (415) 721-0381. [email protected].

DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL VACATION HOMES

Domestic and International vacation homes available for rent and sale; or advertise your home for free at www.KatysDestinations.com. 415.863.Katy