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My Diary

Stories Written by Teens about Jewish History - by Students of Gary Chattman

By: Gary Chattman

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My Diary

Stories Written by Teens about Jewish History - by Students of Gary Chattman

By: Gary Chattman

Jewish education today is not motivating Jewish youth. It is boring! Hebrew Schools (and, yes, parochial schools) do not meet the individual needs of students, who need to be motivated to believe in something. Teacher Gary Chattman formed an idea called Bar/Bat Mitzvah Without Hebrew School in his book Coming of Age (Tate Publications) that gives children identity, education, belief, and a reason to identify. My Diary contains over sixteen stories written by his students about Jewish history that they read at their Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremonies. It presents intelligent ponderings by teens containing writing that reflects on their heritage. In short, it contains everything that religious education today doesn't contain: a reason to have faith! Most of the stories in My Diary are about the Holocaust, while some provide humor and even identify with the Maccabees! But the ideas are motivating, stimulating, and educational.

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162516713X

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9781625167132

If I Should Die Before I Wake, I Pray the Lord My Soul to Take

By: Gary Chattman

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If I Should Die Before I Wake, I Pray the Lord My Soul to Take

By: Gary Chattman

Imagine you have become two different people. Today you are in the present, studying for your Bar Mitzvah. Then, suddenly, you dream that you have been transported back in time to Poland, and become caught in the Holocaust. Then you dream that you are in Poland in the Middle Ages. You are to be eradicated by gentile society that sees Jews as not chosen, but sub-human. How do you react? What is the true reality? How can you survive? What does it mean to be a Jew, today or then? And what about God? Is God listening to us? Does God care? Imagine you are Reuben Maimon, an impressionable young man of almost 13, about to take his Bar Mitzvah vows. He must question who he is, and what the ceremony's purpose is. What is the point of a modern Bar/Bat Mitzvah if it doesn't give Jews a link with the past? Imagine you are Reuben Maimon living these two different lives with the same cast of people, and not knowing what is the reality and what is the dream. Imagine what would happen if you die before you wake. Now imagine, if you were Reuben Maimon, if he should die before he wakes... Imagine. About the Author: Gary Chattman is a retired administrator/teacher who lives in Yonkers, New York. He is writing a play about the effects of Kristallnacht on German Jewish children. He is a Bar Mitzvah, piano, S.A.T., and school subjects' teacher, as well as a college professor. Publisher's website: http: //www.sbpra.com/GaryChattman

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1612045243

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9781612045245

Don't Tell Me Not to Believe

One Teacher's Odyssey

By: Gary D. Chattman

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Don't Tell Me Not to Believe

One Teacher's Odyssey

By: Gary D. Chattman

Meet Gary Chattman, who didn’t want to be a teacher. But when it became a valid way to escape the draft during the Vietnam War, he made it his mission to teach. Once Gary was hired, he realized becoming a teacher was what he was meant to be, and for over fifty years dedicated his life to making a difference in the lives of his students. Despite his dedication, the school administration tried to bring him down one notch at a time. Student deaths, students skipping classes, and the callous attitudes of some of the administrators who could not see his vision became everyday battles, making Gary determined to conquer his windmills like Don Quixote. Finally, an illness brought on by his school’s new construction threatened to knock Gary off his Dulcinea for good. Follow the embellished life of this dedicated educator through the tumultuous 1970s, ’80s, and ’90s.

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1950860108

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Déjà Vu All Over Again

It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over

By: Gary D. Chattman

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Déjà Vu All Over Again

It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over

By: Gary D. Chattman

We live in a crazy world where anything is possible. Politics are upended; climate change is un-done; the stock market soars; and people concentrate only on themselves. This is a “me” world, and screw the next guy. Suppose, just suppose, that a visitor from your past nuclear family – your grandfather – suddenly and mysteriously appears. How do you handle it? How does your grandfather handle it? I mean, here he is, from the world of 1920s New York, transported to 2017. Imagine the culture shock! Déjà Vu All Over Again tackles this well-researched historical novel with humor and human interest, intermingled with the wonders of today. This novel brings back a soul from the past, long dead and buried, to meet his grandson, give him advice and guide him, and see the progress made in almost 100 years. Gary Chattman, age 70, is going about his business, still working, still wondering about the meaning of life, when he meets up with his grandfather, Nat Kornfeld, appearing as a lively 26-year-old! Can Nat answer the questions we all yearn to ask? Is there life after death? What happens when we die? And can Nat help Gary with the direction he seeks for his life?

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1948260166

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9781948260169

Only 25 Minutes from Broadway

An Anecdotal History of the Westchester Broadway Theatre

By: Gary D. Chattman

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Only 25 Minutes from Broadway

An Anecdotal History of the Westchester Broadway Theatre

By: Gary D. Chattman

The Westchester Broadway Theatre brought live theater to Westchester, New York, and was unique in its programming, presenting many Broadway-caliber shows, while serving dinner or lunch to patrons. This Equity theater launched the careers of many Broadway stars. The WBT and its precursor were exceptional in the history of American theater. An Equity, primarily musical theater venue that hosted 217 Broadway musicals and plays, over 75 children’s shows, and over 1,500 musical specials, it employed over 5,000 people. The venue employed 2,000 dining employees, serving an estimated audience of over 6 million. It hosted many children’s benefits, senior citizen events, other programs. WBT presentations ran uninterrupted for 46 years. No other theater in America can boast of its success; and it’s Only 25 Minutes from Broadway. This is its story.

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1682353796

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There Was a Little Girl Who . . .

Educating Two Souls

By: Gary D. Chattman

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There Was a Little Girl Who . . .

Educating Two Souls

By: Gary D. Chattman

There Was a Little Girl Who… teaches her teacher about empathy. The year is 1969 and Josh Reuben is hired by the Shriver family to privately tutor their daughter, Jenny Shriver, a fictional character related to the Kennedys. She lives in the Kennedy compound. Josh is a draft-avoiding teacher from the Bronx, who is raw, untested, and unmotivated. An English teacher in a South Bronx middle school, Josh is an abysmal failure. Then he applies to teach piano to Jenny … and is hired to teach all her classes. The girl blossoms under his tutelage, while he becomes motivated by Jenny and discovers the true meaning of teaching others. Then tragedy strikes. Inspired by his connection to his student, Josh learns the real meaning of educating others, and uses what she taught him to become an excellent teacher. Josh’s relationship as a teacher to Jenny teaches him about love – and because of this – he can love another.

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1948858274

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All You Are to Me

By: Gary D. Chattman

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All You Are to Me

By: Gary D. Chattman

Spring has arrived in New York City. The year is 1939 and the world is about to change. A 22-year-old novice songwriter in the Bronx named Reuben Rabinowitz spends his days playing the grand piano on the fifth floor of Macy’s. Also working at the department store is a young lady of 19 named Rose Deutsch. Reuben and Rose connect, flirt and date and eventually marry – all in the space of seven months – because of the imminent war. By Dec. 8, 1941, Pearl Harbor has been bombed and Reuben enlists in the Army. We go to war and we see its horrors, not only on the men fighting, but of the family left behind. We witness the death of loved ones. We witness the loss felt by those remaining at home, while their sons and husbands are fighting abroad. This stirring novel elaborates on the love between Rose and Reuben; their families and their friends; and the horrors of war that forever mark its survivors. The story resonates for everyone, for it shows how people in love cope with separation and loss. And it resonates from the realization that love conquers all, or sometimes doesn’t.

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1952269121

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A Simple Twist of Fate

Destiny

By: Gary D. Chattman

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A Simple Twist of Fate

Destiny

By: Gary D. Chattman

In the touching novel A Simple Twist of Fate: Destiny, David Greene’s life is changed instantly. His brother, Josh, and sister-in-law, Honey, are killed in a terrible car accident. The only survivor is their three-year-old daughter, Ariel, who was saved by being in her child car seat. Ariel becomes David’s ward, his child, his life. David’s lonely existence as a writer is gone forever. He struggles to overcome the grief that he and his niece are suffering. He must also face the day-to-day difficulties of becoming a parent to Ariel, as they both transition to a new life together. The transformation of David to a loving adult and father is painful, moving, but above all, inspirational. He also learns that life isn’t through pitching him curveballs. When David meets Rose, a nurse, they pursue a whirlwind courtship and marry. A Simple Twist of Fate tells how one moment in time can change everything. This story is about fate, karma, life.

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Coming of Age

By: Gary Chattman

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Coming of Age

By: Gary Chattman

The year [2012] brings new challenges to Judaism. The obvious external threat is due to new-born anti-Semitism in the world, and the threat of terrorism - and the threat of war. The internal threat to Judaism is the fact that our children are not educated well in religious schools. [...] A 'How-to' book on the religious ceremony of 'Bar-and-Bat-Mitzvah' that can be planned at home (it is, after all, a tradition) that is used to motivate children; give them Jewish identity and allows parents the ability to join with their child in formulating this special service"--

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Tate Publishing

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1621477088

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Déjà Vu All Over Again

It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over

By: Gary D. Chattman

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It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over

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Don't Tell Me Not to Believe

One Teacher's Odyssey

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One Teacher's Odyssey

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Coming of Age

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There Was a Little Girl Who . . .

Educating Two Souls

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Educating Two Souls

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A Simple Twist of Fate

Destiny

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Destiny

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If I Should Die Before I Wake, I Pray the Lord My Soul to Take

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The Quixotic Teacher

One Man's Quest

By: Gary Chattman

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The Quixotic Teacher

One Man's Quest

By: Gary Chattman

With my stars to guide me, with the fear of God inside me, I took off for the uncharted wilds of the wild country called the Bronx, inhabited by the underprivileged, unwelcomed, and uncivilized (at least that is what I thought) with fine knowledge that I, as a new teacher, would triumph. Many in the past had failed. But I would not fail. No. Larry Rothstein didn't want to be a teacher, but when it became a valid way to escape the draft, he made it his mission to be enrolled. Unwilling to join the army because of the Vietnam War, he learned that teachers were able to get a deferment, and he was excited to start on his new quest. Once Larry was hired, he realized that becoming a teacher was what he was meant to be. Larry dedicated his life to making a difference in the life of his students. Field trips, drama groups, and making learning fun were the focus of his life for over thirty years. But despite his dedication, the school administration tried to bring him down one notch at a time. Student deaths, students skipping classes, and the callous attitudes of some of the administrators who could not see his vision became everyday battles, but Larry was determined to conquer his windmills. Finally, an illness brought on by the school's new construction threatened to knock Larry off his Dulcinea for good. Following the life of one man through the '70s, '80s, and '90s,The Quixotic Teacheris a quest for an exemplary teacher in the public school system.

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1618626795

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Happiness, You Came Too Late

By: Gary Chattman

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Happiness, You Came Too Late

By: Gary Chattman

Darkness--emotional and literal--shrouded the land as the big 707 touched down and taxied toward the blacked-out terminal. The passengers were quiet, with looks of uncertainty and concern etched on their faces.This was it! Vietnam! War! Some of those

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1628549459

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All You Are to Me

By: Gary D. Chattman

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Only 25 Minutes from Broadway

An Anecdotal History of the Westchester Broadway Theatre

By: Gary D. Chattman

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An Anecdotal History of the Westchester Broadway Theatre

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Cowards Die Many Times Before Their Deaths

The Valiant Never Taste of Death But Once

By: Gary D. Chattman

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Cowards Die Many Times Before Their Deaths

The Valiant Never Taste of Death But Once

By: Gary D. Chattman

Once upon a time in a small Westchester community named Laurelville, 71-year-old David Goldstein is called out of retirement to direct and piano accompany the high school production of "Fiddler on the Roof." A disgruntled former Laurelville High School student named Michael LaDonna, enters the auditorium during rehearsal, shooting down students left and right. To stop further carnage, an injured Goldstein crawls over to the shooter and engages him in talk. It seems the previous school theater director molested LaDonna's sister, and he is out for revenge. Goldstein's brave and delaying tactic gives the police time to act, and they storm the auditorium, killing the shooter. In this horrific shooting, three students and the shooter lie dead, and many others are injured. Although a novel, this story is a scary reminder of the times we live in, and what happens all too often in differing scenarios throughout the country.

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1950015297

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Aren't You That News Man?

The Funny Side of the Evening News

By: Gary Stromberg

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Aren't You That News Man?

The Funny Side of the Evening News

By: Gary Stromberg

Aren't You That News Man? is a journey through the fascinating career of television reporter Gary Stromberg. Gary takes us behind the scenes and introduces us to a wacky group of characters who somehow managed to get newscasts on the air every night. He writes about the famous people he has met including Martin Sheen, Red Skelton, Steve Allen, James Ingram, and Paul Lynde. He also focuses in on the inspiring stories of regular folks who have stood up to the unexpected challenges that came their way. Gary explains how legendary baseball manager Casey Stengel offered him a chance to join the New York Mets. He reveals why he is grateful to the Beatles for helping him get into Northwestern. And, for the first time ever, he explains why Channel 8 workers pulled the pants off of a producer, and ran them up the flagpole in front of the station. He pays tribute to his boss Virgil Dominic, who assembled award-winning news departments in Atlanta and Cleveland. He spells out how has TV news has changed through the years. Gary takes a humorous look at the transformation. You will never look at the news the same way again.

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iUniverse

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1440101604

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9781440101601

Gary Blackman

Survey

By: Gary Blackman,Justin Paton,Athol McCredie,Michael Findlay

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Gary Blackman

Survey

By: Gary Blackman,Justin Paton,Athol McCredie,Michael Findlay

This publication brings together for the first time a selection of photographs fron the fifty-year career of Dunedin photographer Gary Blackman. Photographing almost entirely in his spare time, Blackman has built a patient and perceptive record of well-known people and places, and treated less familiar subjects with a respect that establishes their importance in the record too.

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0908910347

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Friends Forever

The One About the Episodes

By: Gary Susman,Jeannine Dillon,Bryan Cairns

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Friends Forever

The One About the Episodes

By: Gary Susman,Jeannine Dillon,Bryan Cairns

An authorized episode guide of the hit-television show Friends, with an insider look at cult-favorite episodes, exclusive photos, and interviews. The beloved show Friends introduced the world to six young New Yorkers living together, falling in love, breaking up, and getting into hilarious shenanigans, which became an instant classic formula that inspired dozens of “hangout sitcoms” long after the show’s reign. But no sitcom has ever come close to the series that started it all, spawning iconic looks like “the Rachel” and timeless catchphrases like “How you doin’?” while creating a cultural sensation that catapulted the cast members to instant mega-stardom. Throughout the show’s ten- season run, viewers watched Monica, Rachel, Phoebe, Ross, Chandler, and Joey navigate their twenties and thirties with unwavering friendship, determination, and, of course, plenty of sarcasm. Friends Forever takes fans back to the set where it all began with exclusive photos of the sitcom that won four Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, eleven People’s Choice Awards, and a Golden Globe for Jennifer Aniston for Best Lead Actress in a Television Series. This fully illustrated episode guide will treat readers to nostalgic flashbacks of the top one hundred episodes and sneak peeks of how popularly referenced lines from the show came to be. Friends Forever also boasts new interviews with show creators David Crane and Marta Kauffman on how the show got its start and set designer John Shaffner who reveals his inspirations behind the iconic looks behind Monica’s and Rachel’s apartment and Central Perk. It’s no wonder why Friends is often called one of the best sitcoms of all time.

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0063011115

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9780063011113

Summary: The One Thing

Review and Analysis of Keller and Papasan's Book

By: BusinessNews Publishing

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Summary: The One Thing

Review and Analysis of Keller and Papasan's Book

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The must-read summary of Gary Keller and Jay Papasan's book “The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results”. This complete summary of the ideas in Gary Keller and Jay Papasan’s book “The One Thing” explains that, surprisingly enough, the best way to achieve incredible results is to do less. The key is to focus on actions that will rule out less meaningful or time-consuming things. This summary points out the six main steps to get there: 1. Live with purpose 2. Live by your priorities 3. Live for productivity 4. Make three commitments 5. Watch out for four thieves 6. Start now! Added-value of this summary: • Save time • Understand the key concepts • Learn key secrets to achieving incredible results To learn more read "The One Thing" and improve your performance!

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