J Journal Aug-Oct 2013

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August – October 2013 / Elul – Chesvan – Tishri 5773

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Contents

Board of Directors

New Board of Directors

Begins Term

Congratulations to the newly elected members of the JCC Board of Directors, who began serving their terms at the May, 2013 Annual Meeting. Pictured below are some of the newly elected members, including new Board Chair Monte Sandler.

(front row, seated L to R) April Levison, Monte Sandler, Board Chair and Judy Rosenthal (back row, standing L to R) Brenda Pereles, Lori Sheinbein, Ted Isaacs, Cindy Wallach, Marc Wallis, Sue Silverstein and Laurie Berwald

2 Aroma 3 From the Rabbi 4 Signature & J-Fit Training

6 Cultural Arts

7 Israel

8 Youth

10 Fitness

12 Fitness Success

13 Sports, Red & Aquatics

14 Nishmah

15 Seniors

16 Development

18 Tributes

20 Looking Ahead

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Israel Experience

ViPR

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Golf

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OUR MISSION

The St. Louis Jewish Community Center is an interactive multigenerational gathering place which imparts Jewish values; promotes individual physical and spiritual growth; creates a caring responsible community and supports those in need; encourages an appreciation for our Jewish identity, history and cultural heritage through effective and innovative education, programming and services; fosters connection, Jewish continuity and creates Jewish memories… in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

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From the Rabbi...

Sweet as Honey Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, will begin this year the evening of September 4. It marks the beginning of the Jewish calendar and a time for penitence and renewal as we reflect on the past year and ways in which we will be better human beings in the year to come. One of the traditions regarding Rosh Hashanah is the eating of Rabbi Brad Horwitz apples and honey. As we dip the apples in the honey, it is customary to recite a special blessing asking God for a sweet new year. “May it be your will, Lord our God, and God of our ancestors, that you renew us for a good and sweet year.” In addition to apples, some enjoy dipping challah in the honey.

Why honey and not some other sweetener like sugar or syrup? The most simple and obvious reason is that honey was a product that was most easily available and accessible to Jewish communities throughout history. It should be mentioned that there are two main sources of honey. One is from bees but the more common source of honey in ancient days, which can be found still in Israel today, is from overripe dates.

However, there is more significance beyond that practicality. It becomes clear that honey holds a special place in Jewish tradition and Jewish texts. One important association with honey is that it is to remind us of the land of Israel which is referred to often as the land “flowing with milk and honey.” Eating honey throughout the holiday season hints to the fact that Israel is an important part of our Jewish communal identity wherever we reside.

Honey also is referenced in many Jewish texts. In Psalm 19:10 we read “The judgments of the Lord are true…sweeter than honey, than drippings from the comb.” Here the image of God as judge is analogous to the Rosh Hashanah God imagery, so it is quite fitting that honey is also mentioned. In Psalm 81:17 we read, “With honey from the rock, I satisfied you.” This is a reference to when the Israelites wandered in the wilderness and water flowed from the rock that Moses struck to sati. The psalmist uses the idea of honey to convey the greatness of God and that God provides and sustains us, another theme which can be found in the High Holiday liturgy.

My prayer for us all is that we have much honey on this Rosh Hashanah and may we gain even deeper meaning and enrichment through this fun and yummy custom.

Best wishes for a happy and extra sweet and honey-filled New Year!

Shana Tova Umetukah (A Good and Sweet Year) Happy Rosh Hashanah

Fresh, Organic Local Honey for Rosh Hashanah Surprise your family with locally made honey from Albert Hilty, an Amish farmer from Pike County. He has more than 100 bee hives.

One pound honey jar – Only $4.75!

To order honey for Rosh Hashanah: Mail or drop off payment at the J, to: Diane Maier 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 Checks should be payable to Dry Dock Farm Deadline for ordering honey is August 23 Honey pick-up: Wednesday, August 28, between 2-6pm

Spoonful of Honey – Gourmet Honey Tasting Families with children 10 and under While you’re shopping for Rosh Hashanah, come out and sample some wonderful gourmet honey at Whole Foods. There will be various honey samples to try, a register-to-win basket and a Shalom Sesame Color-Me-Calendar activity for the kids.

Contact: Marianne Chervitz, 314-442-3454, mchervitz@jccstl.org

Rabbi Brad Horwitz bhorwitz@jccstl.org

Whole Foods in Town & Country Sunday, September 1 Come by anytime between 12-2pm FREE jccstl.org

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Signature Small Group Training

Feel the Burn!

Don’t fear

the ViPR!

The ViPR is the J’s newest, full-body training find. For a limited time, you can get a private introduction to this very effective tool from a ViPR-certified J Personal trainer. Three progressive sessions are just $149. *Open to new and existing personal training clients, but only through September 29.

Contact: Patrick McKee, 314-442-3293 or Bernie Suddarth, 314-442-3452.

Spec Offerial 3 ses * s for $1 ions 49!

Signature Small Group Training at the Staenberg Family Complex All fitness levels Signature Training is designed to ramp up your workouts using special interest training styles to challenge all fitness levels. You can choose to train using the TRX Suspension system, boxing, BOSUs, Mixed Martial Arts-style, boot camps using tires, battle ropes, obstacle courses and more.

Small groups offer motivation and camaraderie in these month-long sessions, with early morning through evening meeting times. These functional training methods offer benefits in cardio, strength, endurance and core stability to move you ever closer to your ultimate fitness goals!

Feel the Benefits

• Small group training atmosphere provides motivation • Special interest training unique to the Signature FX series • Limited number of participants for more personal attention

Signature Small Group Training includes

BOSU Extreme • Total body, high intensity workout without the high impact involving; the BOSU and occasional free weights • Fat blasting/calorie burning sessions consisting of cardio, strength training and core/stability work for all fitness levels BOSU/TRX Endurance • Get double the burn by using both the BOSU and TRX in a fun environment • Variety of exercises and workouts to keep your body challenged Box Your B.E.S.T. Boxing Endurance Strength Training • High-powered and hard-hitting boxing workout to increase your stamina, strength and speed • Burn calories and reduce body fat IMPACT Boot Camp Innovative, Muscle, Performance, Agility, Core, Training • Traditional outdoor boot camp available rain or shine (outdoor cover available) • Offers functional results through core work, strength & conditioning and cardio • High intensity, fun, workout featuring giant tires, medicine balls, sledge hammers, kettle bells, battle ropes and more Interval Blast • High intensity training performed in intervals • Perfect for weight loss and improving overall fitness, great for all fitness levels J.A.M.M.A. Fitness (Joint Action Mixed Martial Arts) • Hard “core” cardio training burns twice as many calories as traditional cardio • Class consists of self-defense methods, including grappling techniques (including Brazilian Jujutsu), Muay Thai and others Rise & Sweat Boot Camp • Boost your mood and energy level for hours with an early morning workout • Effective workouts using various equipment and body weight • Utilize the JCC grounds for the ultimate Boot Camp challenge Suspension Training • Powered by TRX & Jungle Gym XT • High-intensity, full-body workout using body weight • Builds total body strength, creates stability in joints, boosts metabolism and tones TRX & Battle Rope Boot Camp • Hard-hitting, boot camp-style workout • TRX uses body weight and works all fitness levels

To get started with Signature Training, contact Malinda Walker at 314-442-3176 or mwalker@jccstl.org

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J-Fit Specialty Programs

Watch the Inches Fade J-Fit Specialty Programs at the Marilyn Fox Building All fitness levels J-Fit Specialty Training is a progressive results-based program that meets over a six-week period.

Measurements are taken at the start so progress can be assessed. Small groups offer motivation and accountability for client and trainer alike.

Programs are designed so members can choose what fits their best interest (up to several times per week). Certified trainers will create programs using functional training methods offering benefits in cardio, strength, endurance and core stability to move you closer to your ultimate fitness goals!

New Pilates Reformer (with Rebounder) & Pilates Tower Programming

Now Available!

Learn to Lift: Youth • Progressive class designed to teach how to safely and effectively incorporate a strength program • Recommended for youth to learn fundamentals of proper lifting mechanics and form Supervised by a certified personal trainer J-Fit Kids Get the kids moving and active while having fun with friends their age!

• Increase cardio endurance and learn fundamental strength exercises in a fun game like setting • All children welcome, regardless of fitness background! Perfect for young athletes or any child who wants to run around and have fun!

J-Fit Family • Fitness and family combined for great motivation, for all fitness levels • A game-like circuit class sure to get the whole family moving and sweating

Pilates Reformer + Cardio Core This cardio-focused class uses the Pilates Rebounder with the Reformer and can take your workout to the next level. Strong core exercises are now mixed with blasts of cardio for a unique and invigorating Pilates workout.

Insanity® Plus • As seen on TV, this workout developed by Shaun T. is a popular, high-energy workout • An intense cardio-based program that will push you to your limits • Pre- & post-fit test to evaluate and show off your results (no drop-ins) Sports Conditioning • Concentration on dynamic warm-ups, formed running, agility, plyometrics and fundamental strength exercises • Improve speed, power, agility and overall athletic performance Functional Training • Emphasis is on full range of motion focusing on flexibility, core, balance, strength and power • Dynamic training offers strength and cardiovascular conditioning helping to train the muscles for everyday tasks eliminating pain and tension on the joints R3 (Run, Ride & Resistance) • This unique format utilizes treadmills, row machines, Spinning bikes and our NEW Marpo rope trainer • Focus is on increasing endurance and speed, and includes both interval and anaerobic training Kickboxing • A high-powered and hard hitting workout to increase stamina, strength and speed • Learn how to properly utilize hand wraps and boxing gloves in a safe environment learning striking, kicking and bag work

Pilates Tower Your Pilates training can continue to grow through the challenge of the Pilates Tower. This apparatus offers a challenging workout to not only your core – along the lines of a traditional Reformer workout – but also challenges a maximum workout to your arms, legs, hips, back and dares you to increase flexibility.

Pilates Circuit Based on traditional Pilates, classes will utilize all the equipment for a fun and effective way to sculpt and strengthen the body. Keep your body guessing and adapting with workouts on the Reformer, Tower, using the Rebounder and more. Become a leaner, stronger you with the ultimate Pilates circuit.

To get started with J-Fit Training, contact Janelle Gosa at 314-442-3147 or jgosa@jccstl.org jccstl.org

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Cultural Arts

“J Kid” Returns (Again) to the J Stage

New Jewish Theatre 2013-14 Season Individual Tickets Available August 15 newjewishtheatre.org

The Good Doctor

by Neil Simon October 3 - 20

Hannah Senesh

by David Schechter December 5 - 22

The Whipping Man

by Matthew Lopez January 30 February 16

The Price

by Arthur Miller March 20 - April 6

Old Jews Telling Jokes

by Daniel Okrent & Peter Gethers May 8 - June 1

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Johanna Elkana-Hale grew up as a “J kid.”

She attended the J’s Camp of the Arts and was a member with her family for many years. Her theatre career started and began to grow at the J camp. One of her early Camp of the Arts productions was The Wizard of Oz where she performed in the role of the Cowardly Lion. After marrying and being away from St. Louis for several years, she and her husband Adam returned to St. Louis a few years ago with their son Eitan.

“I went to J preschool, and then spent my formative years in the J’s Camp of the Arts doing Curtain Call and Act II [camps],” Jahanna recalls. “When I was in college I taught at the J Day Care for a few years. The J has always been a home away from home to me, even as it morphs and changes, I still feel like I’m visiting an old friend when I come in for a rehearsal.”

Three years ago, she auditioned for the New Jewish Theatre (NJT) production, Last of the Red Hot Mamas. Her acting and her voice were hard to match. She was cast in the role of “Middle Sophie” in the play which portrayed the life of Sophie Tucker at three stages of her life. She was an overwhelming success and the production received three 2011 Kevin Kline nominations (“Best of” in local theatre), including Oustanding Ensemble in a Musical, Outstanding Musical Director and more personally, an Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical.

Last June, she was back on the NJT stage as Yenta Pesha, the wife of the “wisest man in Chelm” in the NJT production of Shlemiel the First. Johanna received rave reviews from the St. Louis Eats and Drinks website, run locally by Joe and Ann Pollack: “Schlemiel the First would be worth seeing for some of us if only for hearing Joanna ElkannaHale sing ‘Yenta’s Blintzes’…her treatment of the song is a potential show-stopper.”

Johanna is back in Cabaret NJT and again next spring Johanna is among several featured singers, many associated with the J via the NJT, appearing at the 2nd Annual Cabaret NJT on September 21 at 8:00pm. The evening includes a complimentary drink and dessert buffet for $45 per person. A table of four with Premium seating and a bottle of champagne is $220. Other performers include Linda Kennedy, Ben Nordstrom, Tim Schall and April Strelinger.

Johanna returns yet again in May of 2014 in the NJT season finale production of Old Jews Telling Jokes. Tickets for the event can be purchased through the NJT box office at 314-442-3283.

Cultural Arts

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Special Event Special Community Screening

– at the OMNIMAX® Theater JERUSALEM seeks to increase understanding and appreciation for the city’s historical, spiritual, cultural and artistic uniqueness. Made possible in part by the Lubin-Green Foundation, a supporting foundation of the St. Louis Jewish Federation in celebration of Israel’s 65th anniversary.

Saint Louis Science Center Tue, Oct 1 • 7pm $10/adults & $8/students Get Tickets at brownpapertickets.com

Presented by the St. Louis Jewish Film Festival

Jewish Film Society Presents Films Dealing With Israel Palestinian Conflict The fall lineup includes

One Day After Peace

Sun, Sept 15 4pm at Webster University’s Winifred Moore Auditorium

A Bottle in the Gaza Sea

Sun, Oct 6 4pm at the JCC Arts & Education Building

Precious Life

Sun, Dec 8 7pm at Webster University’s Winifred Moore Auditorium jccstl.org

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Youth

Baby & Toddler Fun Further details available in the Fall Program Guide or at jccstl.org

Mommy-Baby Boogie Moms & pre-crawling babies

Rhythm ‘N’ Ruach 5 and under

The Family Center – Reaching One Family at a Time The J strives to be a welcoming place for all of its members and has always sought to maximize outreach to Jewish and interfaith families throughout the wider St. Louis community. To this end, this past February, Marianne Chervitz, Family Center Coordinator, began working with the Jewish Outreach Institute (JOI) as a part of their Big Tent Judaism Professional Affiliates Program.

Magnificent Mondays 18 mos-2 yrs old

Once Upon a Time 1-5 yrs old

JumpBunch Sports & Fitness 3-5 yrs old

Wonderful Wednesdays 2½ -3 yrs old

HI-NRG Gymnastics for Preschoolers 3-5 yrs old

And much, much more!

For kids a little older

Kids get a night out; parents get a night out, or a night off!

Sat Ages 4-11 5-10pm SFC: 9/7 & 10/5 • Fox: 9/21 & 10/19

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JOI is an independent, national, transdenominational organization that reaches out to unengaged and intermarried Jewish families and helps the organized Jewish community better welcome them in. The Big Tent Judaism Coalition is a movement of Jewish communal institutions who strive to create an inclusive and welcoming Jewish community through training webinars, and the creation of a collaborative network of Jewish communal professionals throughout the United States.

JCC Family Center Coordinators, [left] Marianne Chervitz (Fox) and Emilie Brockman (SFC) at a recent Shabbat Neighbor Family Picnic

“Through this coalition, I have learned how to better reach new families in the area who may not have ever been involved with the J or even the Jewish community at large. The thought is that we need to not only have the best programming and staff to serve our existing member families, but continue to let everyone in the community know about what we’re doing and invite them to join us,” says Chervitz.

She continues, “Through offering Jewish programming outside of our walls, we can communicate our message to a larger audience and draw them into our programs by offering a welcoming environment, celebrating diversity, offering quality, free family events, providing excellent customer service and lowering people’s barriers to participation. Research has shown that families make life-long connections with organizations, (i.e. preschools, synagogues, etc.) by the time their child turns two. We want to reach these families and invite them to experience all that the J has to offer, and this program is an excellent way to accomplish that goal.“ “We have offered these types of family programs in public spaces for a number of years, such as Shalom Neighbor picnic in Stacy Park and annual outings to pick apples at Mills Apple Farm for Rosh Hashanah. We are now going to offer a Public Space Judaism Program through the Big Tent Judaism/Jewish Outreach Institute called “A Spoonful of Honey” [see page 3]. We are excited to partner with Whole Foods to talk to families as they shop and prepare for the holiday, and invite them to join our J family.”

To register for the Spoonful of Honey event or if you have questions about programs for your family, please contact Marianne at 314-442-3454 or mchervitz@jccstl.org

Youth

Meet Ms. Liz Youth Theatre Director Finds Inspiration

Step into the

Ms. Liz (left) with some young actors.

Elizabeth Pietrzak, better known as Ms. Liz, has been a production asset in the J’s Youth Theatre program for the past four years. Most recently, she served as the assistant director and choreographer for Teen Theatre’s spring show, Guys and Dolls. An actor herself, Pietrzak is wonderful at connecting with the kids and her vast experience in dance has brought an array of musical numbers to life on the J stage.

From the perspective of our young actors, Liz is also a hit! Jack Brody, a sixth grader who made his stage debut in Guys and Dolls and was a part of J Players at the J’s summer camp, enjoys working with Ms. Liz. “It was really fun because she jokes around a lot and is really funny,” he said. “At the end she gets really into (the show) and makes sure everything comes together, and it did. I really appreciate that she works hard for us.”

SPOTLIGHT! Fall Youth Theatre Productions Audition Workshop 3rd - 8th grade Sun, 8/18

This fall Pietrzak will venture into the world of Shakespeare, as the co-director of Teen Theatre’s Romeo and Juliet. Youth Theatre Coordinator Cindy Lewis sat down with Liz recently and talked about what drives her passion.

Cindy Lewis: What is your background in dance and theatre?

Liz Pietrzak: I started ballet and tap classes when I was ten at a little school in Florissant called Arts Alive. I’ve been doing theater productions since I was a kid, and really became interested in acting as a teen. I continued to study dance and theater at a performing arts college called The Centre in Florissant. I opened a dance studio called Center Stage, and we’re located in North County.

In the past two years our enrollment has exploded to where we now have three teachers, over 55 students, and teach 12 classes per week. Our desire is that no child should be left out of the arts due to cost, so we keep our tuition very reasonable.

Theatre Kochavim

K - 2nd grade COLORS: We’re Better Together

By Jerry Estes and Greg Holder Rehearsals: Sun, 9/22-11/17

CL: What has been your most memorable experience working with Youth Theatre at the J? LP: It’s hard to pick just one! One highlight was getting to choreograph Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The cast had an unusually great chemistry, plus a lot of dedication. The kids all became very close to my heart during that show. Plus, our costume designer made the most beautiful “coat of many colors!” I loved it!

CL: Why do you think sixth through tenth graders interested in theatre should audition for Romeo and Juliet?

LP: Participants who audition for Romeo and Juliet will have the opportunity to expand their understanding of theater and learn about professionalism in their art. It will also give them an edge in high school plays, since they’ll have had more experience.

CL: What would you say to a child who wants to audition but may feel too nervous?

LP: When I was hired on at the J, I’d never directed teen theater before, and I was so nervous I almost backed out. But instead, I tried it, and found that I not only loved it, but I was good at it. So I’d say this – please give it a chance! You have more talent and courage than you realize, but you won’t find it if you don’t try!

CL: Anything else you would like to add?

LP: I want to thank everyone at the J for giving me a chance to work with these awesome kids. I learn so much from working with them, and my life is fuller because of it. The J’s theater program is wonderful! I’ve developed relationships that will impact me for the rest of my life, and that’s the best reward ever!

Auditions for Romeo and Juliet are August 25 between 1-5pm.

Contact Cindy Lewis at clewis@jccstl.org or 314-442-3239 to schedule an audition.

Theatre Chaverim

3rd - 5th grade Capture the Moon

By Ernest Joselovitz and Harry M. Bagdasian Plus a short opener: Elijah’s Violin

By Howard Schwartz, adapted for the stage by Cindy Lewis Auditions: Sun, 8/25 Rehearsals: Sun, 9/22-12/15

Teen Theatre

6th - 9th grade Romeo & Juliet Auditions: Sun, 8/25 Rehearsals: Sun, 9/8-12/4 jccstl.org

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Fitness

Get Excited About Getting Fit Meet the Trainer: Malinda Walker

Meet the Trainer: Janelle Gosa

Reaching Dreams Motivates Trainer Exciting New Clients with Fitness Malinda Walker recently joined the J’s team as the new Assistant Fitness Manager at the Staenberg Family Complex. She brings with her more than 15 years of experience, from student, to certified athletic trainer, to a personal trainer and gym owner. She can enhance any training session or create group fitness programs with her Malinda Walker certifications in TRX, PiYo, Body Pump, ViPR and as a Nutrition Coach. After running her own small group fitness business in Wisconsin, she understands and appreciates the value of community and a family environment in fitness world – which makes the J a perfect fit!

She quickly realized that the J offers a variety of programs where individuals can excel no matter what they want to achieve. Malinda says, “I want to help people make lifestyle changes they have dreamed of and reach toward any goal they set their mind to, whether it is weight loss, wanting to compete in a race or just being healthier.”

Helping a variety of people reach their goals lured Malinda away from strictly sports medicine and working exclusively with athletes.

Helping the individual, and then seeing the excitement of reaching a goal or accomplishing a new feat is what it’s all about.

“Be ready to commit, dedicate and step out of your comfort zone.

That is when the results happen!”

“I want my clients to know that I am dedicated to their success and goals and that they can achieve whatever they put their mind to; anything is possible if they are dedicated and committed to themselves.”

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Getting her start at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Janelle Gosa dove head first into the world of fitness and continues to expand and develop her expertise across several areas. She holds several certifications, including yoga, spinning, ViPR, group fitness, and, of course, personal training. She is able to combine her talents and Janelle Gosa exuberance and offer clients diverse and effective workouts, whether experienced athletes or new to resistance training.

“I like to get clients trying new things and into new areas of the gym,” Janelle says. “If you’re new to resistance training, the free weights can be an intimidating space.”

Janelle immediately picked up on the welcoming and friendly environment the J offers both trainers and members. She enjoys the vast array of equipment available. “You can find your own corner of the gym to get creative with workouts. I like that there is more than just machines to utilize.”

Her training philosophy is to create functional workouts and fun! She loves to find out what clients enjoy doing in their free time, and make it better. She relates that if you can find exercises that allow you to feel better doing what you love it’s a win-win!

“Once a client performs resistance training the first time, her fears typically subside and she realizes how rewarding strength training can be!”

Fitness

Taking the Road Less Traveled

Cathleen Kronemer

On a recent trip to get my hair cut, and of course running late, I found myself inexplicably stuck in traffic. I tried changing lanes, but to no avail. The cars seemed to be creeping along at a snail’s pace, and all I could do was sit and be frustrated. We’re all familiar with this dynamic, the feeling of absolute helplessness in a situation. Accustomed to taking control of our lives, whether it is at work, at the gym, parenting, or in other arenas of daily life, we move from one event to the next without giving much thought as to how we might get there. Yet there I sat, unable to move forward with my plans.

As I waited, impatiently I might add, for yet another light to turn green, I found myself wondering if perhaps this moment was a metaphor for something much larger, some life lesson that I was supposed to seize from this particular fragment in time. I began to contemplate some of the major roads I had traveled in my life, and the various stumbling blocks I had encountered along the way. At each of those junctions, I can remember trying to push through the obstacle, again and again, only to realize it was not going to budge until I somehow worked through it. The process of working through an obstacle is never a fun one; it requires diligence, introspection, and usually the realization that something of significance is going to have to change in our lives in order to once again move forward. Sometimes we are unable to identify exactly what our sticking point is; other times we know instinctively what is holding us back, but we are choosing not to regard it because it may be too painful or may cause extreme anxiety. Those scenarios are particularly difficult to navigate, and ones in which we may try again and again to creatively circumvent the problem, only to find ourselves stuck in a perpetual conundrum.

Motivational plateaus, however, require a bit more finesse.

Pushing through a plateau in the weight room is fairly common. There are many training tips that we can employ to sufficiently strengthen the body that it eventually blasts through that ceiling into accommodating a heavier weight load. The same dynamic exists with flexibility training, balance and coordination. We readily make these adjustments, content in the knowledge that we shall be reaping benefits once we reach the other side. Motivational plateaus, however, require a bit more finesse. If we are “stuck” emotionally, there is always a good reason. Life is deliberately slowing us down, so to speak, in an effort to get us to recognize that something major needs to be addressed within us. Perhaps we have buried it so deeply that we have managed for a long time to coast around it. Yet sooner or later it will block our road, forcing us to stop and recognize it so that we can heal and move on.

Sitting in the traffic jam, I did indeed come up with some debris that needed to be swept away before I could move on to my next goal. Fully recognizing what was in my path, a clear road began to emerge, complete with directions! Even before the light turned green, the beginning of a smile was working its way onto my face. Life slows us down for a reason. Though it may at times be frustrating and always present at the most inopportune moment, try to embrace it as a metaphor for something much larger. Take a deep breath, ponder the obstacles in your life, and you’ll soon find a road perhaps less traveled but ultimately worth the ride.

Cathleen Kronemer, NSCA-CPT, J Personal Trainer & Certified Health Coach

Laura MacDougall Strives to Improve Patients’ Quality of Life As a St. Luke’s physical therapist at the Marilyn Fox Building, Laura MacDougall loves interacting with people and educating them with essential steps to maintain their health and wellness. She earned both her master’s and doctorate in physical therapy at Saint Louis University and has been with the J for over three years. However, she has eight years of physical therapy experience.

“I knew I wanted to pursue a career in the health field so I could improve people’s quality of life and help them achieve their personal goals – whether it be walking or running a half marathon,” Laura expresses.

Working in general outpatient physical therapy allows Laura to treat patients with a broad range of issues from orthopedic to neurological injuries.

Laura evaluates patients’ problems to determine the best type of treatment to suit their needs and get them on the road to recovery. She helps patients with endurance training, strengthening exercises and flexibility issues.

Tired of the aches and pains of everyday activities? St. Luke’s Hospital offers both physical therapy and massage therapy at the Marilyn Fox Building and physical therapy at the Staenberg Family Complex.

Staenberg Family Complex Physical Therapy 314-442-3237 Marilyn Fox Building Physical Therapy & Massage Therapy 314-442-3424 jccstl.org

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Fitness

Fitness Success Finding Discipline and Direction

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When I started my personal training about a year and some months ago, I weighed almost 200 lbs. For a 5’7”, 28 year-old guy, that’s a few pounds short of obese.

And for as long as I can remember, that’s probably how I could describe my own body. I can think of a few reasons why I was so overweight throughout the years, but perhaps the single most problematic issue was my utter lack of ‘workout ethics’ or the discipline to make physical activity an integral part of my daily life.

As a chubby kid, I remember finding more solace in intellectual activity than in sports. As this preference reinforced itself, I came to think that I would only have enough time to develop either mind or body – although I always dreamed of being both physically and mentally fit. The thought that my two dreams were contradictory became stronger as I struggled to keep up with my Ph.D. studies. I knew of the importance of being physically active. I understood the risks of leading a sedentary life. And I had not given up on my dream of not being overweight. But by the time I started writing my dissertation, I had been a J member for about four and a half years, and I was nowhere near my healthy weight. It wasn’t until I discussed the matter with my dissertation advisor that I realized how I could combine my love of all things intellectual with my desire to be more physically fit.

What I needed, he suggested, was the guidance of someone who was both an expert in the way the body works and as well, a talented teacher. Being an evidence junkie, I remembered numbers I read in one of the J’s brochures a while back: people who workout with personal trainers are more likely to meet their goals and stick to their workout routines.

I realized that there was a world of expertise and knowledge about how to get into shape, based on both good science and real-world experience, and that I was mostly unfamiliar with it.

Hence, I realized I needed someone with a mastery of these matters to train me in them. Cue in Bryce.

Bryce took a guy who couldn’t even do a proper squat (yep!) and turned me into someone who would finish his first half marathon!

(If someone had told my chubby, ten-year-old self that I’d finish one, I would never have believed them) He is an expert in the art and science of fitness and training, and I can only add that I hope I get to be as good at my job as he is at his.

To sum up, working under Bryce’s careful supervision I not only learned how to do a squat, but I also lost almost 40 pounds, halved my initial fat composition (in pounds), and kept the most consistent workout schedule ever. All while successfully writing and defending my Ph.D. thesis. As a result, I have evidence that you can be both academically invested and physically active. So, just as my Ph.D. advisor taught me most “Bryce took a guy of what I know about research, who couldn’t even I can say that Bryce taught me most of what I know about being do a proper squat physically healthy. Most important, (yep!) and turned Bryce had a profound impact on my lifestyle – something that me into someone will keep me in his (and the J’s) who would finish debt forever.

As contributed by J member and Fitness Success Santiago Olivella

his first half marathon.”

— Santiago Olivella

To create YOUR success story, we can get you connected with a personal trainer today! Contact our Fitness Managers and you can start on your personal journey immediately!

Patrick McKee, SFC (Creve Coeur) 314-442-33293 or pmckee@jccstl.org; Bernie Suddarth, Fox (Chesterfield), 314-442-3452 or bsuddarth@jccstl.org

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Sports, Rec & Aquatics

Get Your Running Shoes On The J will host the 36th Annual Labor Day Run and 7th Annual Kids’ Triathlon once again. Join the festivities on September 2, with a very challenging 5K or 10K race course. proceeds go towards enhancing sports and recreation programs for all ages.

Kids’ Triathlon

Labor Day Run

5K or 10K options All ages 7:30am Contact: Phil Ruben, 314-442-3279 or pruben@jccstl.org

Heats begin 9:30am 7-10 years old 100y swim • 3m bike • 1/2m run 11-14 years old 200y swim • 6m bike • 1m run Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104 or nlesko@jccstl.org

Mom Passes Love of Triathlons to Kids I did my first tri [triathlon] in 2006, just for fun, after that I was hooked. Over the years I have competed in every distance ranging from the Indoor Triathlon at the J to a half Ironman. The kids always enjoy hearing about Mom’s work out of the day. They got excited for me when I would hit a new milestone. I am a believer in leading an active healthy lifestyle, and why not pass that on to your children.

When we saw the J hosted a Kids’ Triathlon, they had to sign up. They were on the swim team so they knew they could do the swim portion. Most active kids can run and ride a bike. Put them all together and you can do a tri. This year will be the fourth year our kids will take part in the event.

I have been a volunteer for the past three years. It is so much fun to work with the kids. The energy they have is amazing. My favorite part is getting them set up in the transition area. I usually get great questions or hear funny stories. Lots of them tell me their strategy to win.

The J puts on a very safe and well-run event. It is a great introduction to the sport. Kids come from all over to participate. It is a fun event that the entire family can enjoy. My kids look forward to it every year, so does their Dad, who is their biggest cheerleader.

(from L to R) Keaton, Collin and Kendall Connors after the 2011 JCC Kids’ Triathlon

Upcoming Leagues Youth Soccer Weeknight practices with Sunday games August - November Staenberg or Fox

NFL Flag Football Sun, 9/15 – 11/3 Staenberg 2nd-3rd grade: 1:15pm 4th-5th grade: 2:30pm 6th-8th grade: 3:45pm

Youth Floor Hockey Wed, 10/2 – 11/20 Fox 5-6pm

Youth Basketball Weeknight practices with weekend games Practices begin 12/2; Games begin 1/4 Staenberg or Fox

Adult Basketball (18+) Thu, 10/3 – 11/21 Staenberg 6:30 – 10pm Mon, 10/7 – 11/21 Fox 6:30 – 10pm

What a great accomplishment to be able to swim, bike, and run. When you have finished you officially earn the title as a “triathlete” – pretty fantastic title for a kid!

Submitted by Sherri Connors jccstl.org

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Nishmah

A Lasting Legacy for an Extraordinary Woman and Volunteer: Ilene Joseph z’l Ilene Joseph made everyone smile.

She was energetic, good-natured, passionate and dedicated. If she wanted you to get involved, it was hard to say no. She impacted many organizations in the community and Nishmah was proud to have her as a pillar of the organization. Ilene was a Ilene Joseph founding board member of Nishmah and served as the first programming chair. She was a passionate supporter of the Nishmah Salon Series and volunteered countless hours as a facilitator to groups of devoted women. With that in mind, and in honor of her many years of service on the Board, the Board of Nishmah felt it was a fitting tribute to rename the series in Ilene’s memory. Nishmah is proud to now call it the Ilene Joseph Nishmah Salon Series.

In celebration of Ilene and her commitment to Nishmah, the Ilene Joseph Nishmah Salon Series Kickoff on August 15 will mark the creation of the Ilene Joseph Programming Fund. The fund has already raised over $5,500 in seed money. With help from Nishmah supporters, Nishmah programming – including the Salon Series – will be Ilene’s lasting legacy to the girls and women of the St. Louis Jewish community.

Ilene saw leadership as a responsibility to work collaboratively to inspire others. A leader finds each person’s talents for the overall growth of the organization. As a board leader, Ilene wanted to build on the members’ strengths and make the organization and board the best it could be. Ilene was always drawn to leadership. She was a great listener and was always looking for consensus to move the group forward. She believed in the importance of getting involved in volunteer work that one personally feels passionate about.

Ilene was raised in the Detroit area and moved to St. Louis in 1996. She attended the University of Michigan and University of California, Berkeley for graduate school. Ilene was an advisor at the —Winston Churchill Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis and had a private counseling practice in Clayton.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

Ilene was married to Dr. Daniel Joseph and they have three children, Ethan, a senior at the University of Michigan, Meredith, a freshman at University of Michigan, and Olivia, a seventh grader at Wydown Middle School. The Josephs are members at Central Reform Congregation.

The gifts given to the fund are a tribute to Ilene and allow the work near and dear to her heart live on. If you are interested in contributing to the fund, please contact Sara Winkelman 314-442-3269 or swinkelman@jccstl.org

[from l to r] Lynne Palan, Margie Hartman, Ilene Joseph and Nishmah Director Sara Winkelman at Nishmah’s annual Meeting in June 2011.

Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Ilene made a life by giving to so much through her work with Nishmah, Cultural Leadership, CRC and the Jewish Council Against Family Violence, to name but a few.

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SENIORS

Adult Day Center Garden Grows Pride and Community The Adult Day Center at the J had the pleasure of introducing a new garden project at the start of the summer. The raised bed and planting pots are a great addition to the private outdoor patio and walking path that the Adult Day Center participants have enjoyed since the program moved to its beautiful renovated space in 2010.

The garden is thriving thanks to the hard work of Adult Day Center participants and the guidance of Cynthia Wyatt, the Adult Day Center’s Activity Assistant. Cynthia has a Certificate in Horticulture Therapy from the Chicago Botanical Garden and she has certainly had her put it to use! She selected a variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers for their beauty, fragrance and taste. Lavender, for instance, has a fragrant aroma and is known for its calming properties. After tending to the lavender, participants will harvest the herb and make lavender bags, fragrance sachets and eye pillows to enjoy and share with their families.

Planting and reaping familiar crops, such as tomatoes, strawberries, basil and rosemary, elicits positive memories and cultivates pride and a sense of accomplishment. These activities offer cognitive stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, sensory stimulation, socialization and remembrance.

Cynthia commented, “The mix of people most interested is evenly split between people who used to garden and individuals who are eager to try a new hobby.” Elevated containers and raised beds enable individuals to work in the garden without feeling pain and physical strain. Adult Day Center participants are very eager to get their hands dirty and push themselves to be more physical. The process of planting, harvesting and enjoying vegetables has cultivated a greater sense of community and has given participants a sense of purpose, pride and accomplishment.

Annual Alzheimer’s Research Update: New Momentum & Hope in Alzheimer’s Disease Research

Join John C. Morris, MD, Harvey A. and Dorismae Hacker Friedman Distinguished Professor of Neurology and Director of the Knight Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Washington University School of Medicine, for an overview of current trends and recent momentum in Alzheimer’s disease research and clinical prevention trials. Light refreshments served.

Staenberg Family Complex Adults Wed, 10/2 7pm-8:30pm FREE To RSVP, contact Cristal Rogers, 314-442-3248 or crogers@jccstl.org Co-sponsored by Adult Day Center at the J, Alzheimer’s Association, Covenant House & Chai Apartments, Elderlink St. Louis and St. Louis NORC

The garden project was made possible thanks to a generous grant from the JCA Charitable Foundation.

To schedule a visit to the Adult Day Center at the J, please call 314-442-3248. jccstl.org

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Development

Annual Golf Tournament Raises Thousands

Swing Away and Celebrate the J, 2013

June 10 was a beautiful day to “Swing Away and Celebrate the J” at the 29th Annual JCC Charity Golf Tournament. This year’s tournament was chaired by Sheryl and Doug Weber with co-chairs Julie and Monte Sandler.

One hundred thirty-five golfers headed out to the course, including a party at the “20th hole” with Delmar-garitas from the Delmar Gardens Family, brisket tacos from DC’s Smokin’ BBQ & Catering Co. and sliders from Ruths’ Chris Steakhouse.

Following a great day of golf, more than 250 guests came together to Celebrate the J at dinner and an auction, led by guest auctioneer Guy Phillips. The tournament raised more than $100,000 to support scholarships throughout the agency. Thanks to all who golfed, volunteered, sponsored, bid and attended.

— Presenting Sponsor —

— Invitation Sponsor — Invitations and program designed and printed by

— Cart Sponsor —

— Lunch Sponsor —

— Corporate Hole Sponsors — AMF Electric Buckingham Asset Management Century Place, Inc. Clean The Uniform Company CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP Club One Fitness Chas L. Crane Agency Co. Criswell Casket, Inc. Jennifer & Jonathan Deutsch Gershman Mortgage Interglobal, Inc. ISS Facility Services, Inc.

Diane & David Katzman Lockton Companies Loiterstein Wealth Management at Merrill Lynch Douglas Weber/Moneta Group Penn Emblem Company Rindskopf-Roth Funeral Chapel RubinBrown LLP W.G. Stern & Company - Insurance Walter G. Stern, CLU Triad Bank USA Mortgage

— Friends — Bill’s Truck Repair, Inc. Building Butlers, Inc. Ricki & Neil Marglous

Wendy & Derry Seldin Alan Strauss Jody & Mickey Waldman

Special thanks also to our in-kind sponsors.

— Contest Sponsors —

— Birdie Sponsors —

Missouri Professionals Mutual has been an outstanding sponsor of the JCC Charity Golf Tournament since 2008, returning this year as our Presenting Sponsor. We are so grateful for their continued support. This year, MPM invited our community’s physicians to participate in the Tournament as their guests.

Established in 2003, MPM is Missouri’s number one choice for medical professional liability insurance and provides comprehensive coverage to nearly one-third of all Missouri physicians. This strength in numbers empowers their member physicians to do what they do best, focus, worry free, on the effective practice of medicine to serve Missouri citizens with quality medical care.

Learn more at mpmins.com

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Development

You don’t have to be a millionaire to be a philanthropist Leave your Legacy at the J The Center of the Jewish Community For more than 130 years, the Jewish Community Center (the J) in St. Louis has been a central gathering place. It’s the one place where Jewish families, regardless of affiliation, can feel comfortable and welcome. We have evolved through the years to meet the changing needs of our members, our Jewish community and the St. Louis community. In the long history of the J, we continue to be the place that educates our young; inspires our youth; honors our elders; is a home for the entire Jewish community and broader St. Louis region; serves a broad spectrum of needs; encourages people to live healthy lives for their mind, body & soul; promotes Jewish values and culture; and connects us to each other.

Why should you leave a Legacy Gift to the Jewish Community Center?

• The passing of our values from one generation to the next is one of the most fundamental tenants of Judaism. Other than leading by example, how do you show the younger generation what you care about? How do you want to be remembered? Leaving a Legacy Gift to the J allows you to ensure that those who come after you will have the opportunity for the same enriching experiences you’ve had.

• You have the opportunity to guarantee that your favorite program will exist forever. Long after your lifetime, families in St. Louis will benefit from your generosity and vision for continuity of J programs.

• Your Legacy Gift is forever because endowments are permanent. When you create a Legacy Gift that is allocated to our endowment, the principal is never spent. The balance in your fund is invested, earning income that is then designated to support the vital programs of the Jewish Community Center.

Who benefits from your bequest or planned gift to the Jewish Community Center?

Serving more than 69,000 individuals and offering more than 300 programs, the Jewish Community Center impacts 1,000,000 visitors a year. The benefits of your Legacy Gift will be felt by each visitor, member or program participant for generations to come. As our parents and grandparents have built before us, we must each create a legacy for our children.

We are proud of the community’s response to our achievements and we are equally proud that we delivered on our promise of revitalization. Our journey, however, is not yet complete. We now have the responsibility to establish a strong base for the J’s future.

For more information regarding leaving a Legacy Gift to the Jewish Community Center, contact Ericka Zoll, Director of Development at 314-442-3189 or ezoll@jccstl.org

Finding Hope in Tragedy This was the case when Jason Suroff was taken from us way too young, the victim of a terrible car accident 20 years ago.

Jason was the son of Karen and the late Sheldon Suroff, who established the Jason Suroff Youth Wellness Scholarship Fund in Jason’s memory. Karen and Sheldon felt strongly that they wanted to support something that was important to Jason and created a fund to support scholarships for youth sports programming at the J as a way to memorialize Jason and his passion for sports.

Although initially created to help fund the former Star Center that existed in our Carlyn H. Wohl Building, today we utilize the Jason Suroff Youth Wellness Scholarship Fund to subsidize participation in the J’s Youth Sports programs and

the JCC Maccabi Games®. Through this fund, children are able to participate in sports programming that may otherwise be out of reach.

We thank the Suroff family and all those who, throughout the years, have supported the Jason Suroff Youth Wellness Scholarship Fund. We hope Jason would be proud that his legacy lives on and benefits others.

For more information about creating a fund for a special purpose, please contact Ericka Zoll, JCC Development Director, at 314-442-3189 or ezoll@jccstl.org

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Tributes We gratefully acknowledge contributions to the JCC Tribute Funds. Tributes given as a memorial or to honor a loved one, special achievement, or occasion extend the generosity of the donor by supporting vital programs and services. Following are the contributions received between April 18, 2013 and July 16, 2013.

VISIT JCCSTL.ORG TO SEND A TRIBUTE ONLINE B’NAI B’RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION In memory of Seymour Stein from: Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Becker D. SAMUEL & MILDRED WISE SENIOR ADULT TRANSPORTATION FUND In memory of Suzanne Novack from: Mr. and Mrs. Ben Liepe MICKEY ROSEN CAMP SABRA SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of Lenore Pepper from: Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Balk In honor of Mark Cantor’s service as Chair of Camp Sabra from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gibbs In memory of Mickey Rosen from: The Missouri Association for Social Welfare from: Dr. and Mrs. Aron Katzman from: Mr. Alex Rosen from: Mr. and Mrs. Allen Sherman from: Mr. and Mrs. Avery Seidel from: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roth from: Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Fleischmann from: Mr. and Mrs. Leo Pashos from: Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kaplan from: Mr. and Mrs. Mike Lainoff from: Mr. and Mrs. Milton Goldenberg from: Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Radman from: Mr. and Mrs. R. Barry Solomon from: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ruoff from: Mr. and Mrs. Walter Shifrin from: Mr. Daniel Shoemaker from: Mr. Frank Hankin from: Mr. Ken Schwartz from: Mr. Ken Weintraub and

Ms. Sharon Katz-Weintraub from: Mr. Michael Slawin from: Mrs. Hilarie Bursten from: Mrs. Holly Elfanbaum from: Ms. Amy Garriga from: Ms. Anna Maria Schnizer from: Ms. Barbara Felder from: Ms. Betty Jane Okenfuss from: Ms. Charlotte Rosenblum from: Ms. Donna Springer from: Ms. Julie Rosen from: Ms. Laura Schildz from: Ms. Marlene Eisenstein NISHMAH PROGRAM In honor of Jill Mogil and April Levison from: Mrs. Barbara Gapanoff Berson In honor of Margie Hartman from: Nishmah from: Mrs. Barbara Gapanoff Berson In honor of Missy Korenblat-Hanin from: Nishmah In honor of The Kitchen Angels at Traditional Congregation from: Mrs. Elaine Farkas In memory of Rik Knopf from: Ms. Sara Winkelman In memory of the father of Jennifer Hillman from: Ms. Sara Winkelman NORMAN S. KARTY MEMORIAL FUND In honor of the birthday of Jake Karty from: Ms. Linda Dwork In honor of the birthday of Taylor Karty from: Ms. Linda Dwork In memory of Dr. Morton “Mort” Barnett from: Mrs. Rochelle Karty THE MICHAEL H. STAENBERG FACILITIES FUND In honor of Jonathan Deutsch’s service as Chair of the JCC Board of Directors from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In honor of Monte Sandler being elected Chair of the Board of the Jewish Community Center from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In honor of the birthday of Michael Staenberg from: The Ferring Family Foundation

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“As my parents planted for me before I was born, so we plant for our children.” -Talmud In memory of Bernie Ross from: Mr. and Mrs. Michael Staenberg In memory of Betty Jane Goldstein from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig THE NANCY AND AL SIWAK FUND In honor of the special birthday of Al Siwak from: Mr. Harris Frank from: Mr. Albert Bloch from: Mr. and Mrs. Earl Kessler from: Mr. and Mrs. Michael Suffian from: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Singer from: Mrs. Rochelle Weiss In honor of the special birthday of Arnold Spirtas from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In honor of the special wedding anniversary of Betty and Paul Mendelson from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Ed Hirsch from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Lucy Lopata from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Margaret Londy from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Marilyn Goldsmith Lipton from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Mary Baker from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Sidney Stone from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak In memory of Sunny Glassberg from: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Siwak THEATRE UNLIMITED In memory of Jacqueline Rose from: Mr. and Mrs. John Ellis from: Mrs. Linda Sandeen HARRY BERGER CAMP SABRA FUND In memory of Lynne Levin from: Mr. and Mrs. Corey Berger MAC & JEANETTE BROWN YOUTH SPORTS FUND In honor of Jonathan Deutsch’s service as Chair of the JCC Board of Directors from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of Monte Sandler being elected Chair of the Board of the Jewish Community Center from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the Bar Mitzvah of Josh Horwitz from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the Bat Mitzvah in Israel of Andrea Rosenblum from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the Bat Mitzvah in Israel of Jennifer Deutsch from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the Bat Mitzvah in Israel of Julie Ettinger from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the birth of Layla Belle Bilow from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the birth of Zoe Drew Berger from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of the retirement of Marlene Diamant from: Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Siwak In honor of the speedy recovery of Shirley Farer from: Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mendelson In memory of Arthur Kassoff from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown from: Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Rubin In memory of Diane Deutch from: Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Rubin In memory of Eleanor Steinbach from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown In memory of Georgia Smiddy from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown In memory of Lance from: Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Rubin In memory of Lynne Levin from: Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Rubin In memory of Michael Levinson from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In memory of Rik Knopf from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown In memory of Simon Kohn from: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Brown JAMES M. BUSCH CAMP FUND In memory of Adele Tilson from: Mrs. Donna Busch CAMP SABRA SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of the Bar Mitzvah of Eitan Oberlander from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Sharna Kohner from: Mrs. Diana Buchanan

In memory of Frank Hankin from: Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Berwald from: Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Guller In memory of Leon Gross from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gibbs In memory of William Kahn from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Gibbs STAENBERG EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER FUND In honor of the Bar and Bat Mitzvah of Bob and Lynn Barth from: Mr. and Mrs. Terry Cohen In honor of the birth of Zoe Drew Berger from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In memory of Jeffrey Gitelson from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels In memory of Terry Goldblum from: Dr. William Landau MARLYN ESSMAN CULTURAL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN In honor of the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Marcia and Lenard Pearson from: Mr. and Mrs. Alyn Essman In honor of the speedy recovery of Alyn Essman from: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Eisenkramer In honor of the speedy recovery of Jerry Bader, Buzzy Schukar and Terry Bader’s son from: Mr. and Mrs. Alyn Essman HENRIETTA & IRWIN FISCHER CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of the birthday of Ellis Fischer from: Dr. and Mrs. Gary Fischer from: Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Mancuso SHELLY FISHER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Diane Deutch from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Dr. Richard Sisson from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Eleanor Steinbach from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Sandy Scholnick from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Tom Berger from: Mrs. Beverly Tober from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Tom Lasker from: Mrs. Sue Fisher In memory of Wilton Agatstein from: Mrs. Sue Fisher SAM & MARILYN FOX AND EDWIN & LENORE PEPPER FRIENDSHIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of Alice Handelman being chosen 2013 Honoree by Women’s Auxiliary for the Jewish Aged from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of Ambassador Sam and Marilyn Fox and their service to scouting from: Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Kraus In honor of Chef Pierre Chambrin receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of Jonathan Deutsch’s service as Chair of the JCC Board of Directors from: Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Pepper In honor of Kimmi Levinson from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of Marilyn Fox receiving a Doctor of Humanities Degree from Washington University from: Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Kraus from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman In honor of Missy Korenblat-Hanin becoming President of Nishmah from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the 93rd birthday of Marion Lipsitz from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the birth of Evelyn Rachel Ludmer from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the birth of June Maya, granddaughter of Michael and Leslie Litwack from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the birth of Leo Benjamin Skor from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the birth of Zoe Drew Berger from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the birthday of Emily Pulitzer from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the speedy recovery of Jordan Cherrick from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In honor of the speedy recovery of Julie Pepper from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Al Glickman from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox

In memory of Doris Schnuck from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Helen Mullin from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Lucy Lopata from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Marilyn Goldsmith Lipton from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Mickey Rosen from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Murray Bernard Frum from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Norma Rogers from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Sidney Stone from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox In memory of Stuart Lezell from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Foxx In memory of the mother of Joni Karandjeff from: Ambassador and Mrs. Sam Fox MILTON FRANK CAMP OF THE ARTS FUND In honor of the special birthday of Hillary Flanders from: Mr. and Mrs. John Morrison GROSSMAN IRON & STEEL COMPANY MEYER A. GOLDER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Bob and Susie Bernstein from: Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bindler In honor of the special birthday of Dr. Ed Cohen from: Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bindler In memory of Dr. Mark Fish from: Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bindler SCOTT & BRUCE GOLDSTEIN CAMP SABRA SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Charles, father of Larry and Greg Ransom from: Mr. and Mrs. Michael Goldstein In memory of Jerry Kopman from: Mr. Irving Goldstein In memory of Lee Zimmerman from: Dr. and Mrs. Harvey Glazer In memory of Sidney Stone from: Mr. Irving Goldstein In memory of the mother of Dr. Robert Colton from: Mr. Irving Goldstein J ASSOCIATES In honor of Brenda Pereles becoming President of J Associates from: Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Waldman In honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Mary Ellen Freund from: Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Seymour In honor of the special birthday of Karen Epstein from: Ms. Nancy Siteman In honor of the speedy recovery of Dorette Goldberg from: Mr. and Mrs. Stan Greenberg JEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL FUND In honor of Kitty Gross from: Mrs. Tracy Goldberg-Gross and

Mr. Matthew Gross In honor of the birth of Leo Benjamin Skor and Zoe Drew Berger from: Mr. and Mrs. Hanford Gross In honor of the special birthday of Kitty Gross from: Dr. and Mrs. Steven Lauter from: Mr. and Mrs. Joel Schraier from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Abeles In memory of Maximilian Feldstein from: Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Berwald In memory of the father of Hershey Feldstein from: Mr. and Mrs. Hanford Gross MARTIN KODNER JCC MACCABI SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD ENDOWMENT FUND In memory of Bette Leventhal from: Mr. and Mrs. Harold Glassman BERNARD & MYRTLE KORNBLUM FUND In honor of Margaret Israel being honored as a Woman of Achievement from: Mrs. Carole Simon In honor of Sheila Greenbaum being honored as a Woman of Achievement from: Mrs. Carole Simon In honor of Rachel Miller being honored as an Unsung Hero from: Mrs. Carole Simon JOY & FRED LEVIN DAY CARE FUND In honor of the special birthday of Morty Mitchell from: Dr. and Mrs. Fred Levin THE LEVITT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Eleanor Steinbach from: Mr. Jack Levitt

DR. HERBERT A. MAZUR CHILDREN’S FUND In honor of the speedy recovery of Dr. Craig Spiegel from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Bernie Ross from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Dr. Maurice Sonnenwirth from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Dr. Richard Sisson from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Eunice Eckstein from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Geri from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz In memory of Simon Kohn from: Dr. and Mrs. Saul Silvermintz WILMA & ROSWELL MESSING, JR., CULTURAL ARTS AND EDUCATION PROGRAM FUND In honor of the special birthday of Kitty Gross from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Potashnick HELENE MIROWITZ CENTER OF JEWISH COMMUNITY LIFE In honor of Helene Mirowitz from: Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Cohen In honor of the Bar Mitzvah of Josh Horwitz from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Mary Ellen Freund from: Mr. and Mrs. David Soshnik GERTRUDE NEUMAN DAY CARE FUND In memory of Betty Jane Goldstein from: Mr. and Mrs. Marc Alper STEVAN J. NEWMARK HEALTH CLUB FUND In memory of Allan Wasserman from: Mr. and Mrs. David Marcus SOL PLATTNER CHESS PROGRAM FUND In honor of the marriage of Patti Kome and Rodger Howell from: Mrs. Jackie Schneider MORRIS & BIRDIE POTASHNICK CAMP SABRA SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of Brenda Pereles becoming President of J Associates from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Abeles MAURICE RICH YOUTH MACCABI SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Rik Knopf from: Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Goodkin In memory of Suzanne Novak from: Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Goodkin ADULT SERVICES AND NUTRITION DEPARTMENT In honor of Alice Ludmer from: Mr. and Mrs. Marc Alper In honor of Alice Ludmer receiving the Richard S. Weiss Presidents’ Award from: Mr. and Mrs. Alan Witte from: Mr. and Mrs. Hanford Gross from: Mrs. Sheri Sherman from: Mr. and Mrs. Marty Oberman from: Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Abeles from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig SENIOR OLYMPICS FUND In honor of the birth of Harper Elyse Ruben from: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rosenzweig In honor of the birth of Leo Benjamin Skor and Zoe Drew Berger from: Dr. and Mrs. Robert Feit HAROLD SPIEGELGLASS CAMP SHALOM SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Eleanor Steinbach from: Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Glazier JCC TRIBUTE FUND In honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Sophie Gold from: Dr. and Mrs. Jack Rosen In honor of the special birthday of Ron Abeles from: Mr. Stuart Hoffman and Ms. Rita Rothschild In honor of the speedy recovery of Neil Marglous from: Mr. and Mrs. Stan Greenberg In memory of Benjamin Kootman from: Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Sullivan In memory of Bernie Ross from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels In memory of Florence Elkins from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels In memory of Melvin Shapiro from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels In memory of Michael Levinson from: Mr. and Mrs. Mike Barnell In memory of Rubin Newman from: Mr. and Mrs. Richard Claybour In memory of Sandy Scholnick from: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wittels

We gratefully acknowledge the ongoing involvement and support of our JCC Board of Directors.

Chair

Monte L. Sandler Vice Chair

Mark A. Cantor Vice Chair

Thom E. Kuhn Vice Chair

Jane T. Rubin Vice Chair

Stacy B. Siwak Treasurer

Felicia M. Malter Assistant Treasurer Eli M. Abeles Secretary

Mark Gellman Assistant Secretary

Steven L. Goldenberg Board Members

Cynthia L. Albin

Marc H. Alper

Rob E. Bertman

Bruce J. Berwald

Laurie J. Berwald

Laurie H. Chod

Robert Denlow

Mike Ferman

Ted Flom

Kitty Gross

Howard T. Handelman

W. Ted Isaacs

David R. Kaiser

Mark C. Kodner

Debbie K. Lefton

Howard N. Lesser

April S. Levison I. Richard Levy

Alice M. Ludmer

Neil A. Marglous

Brenda U. Pereles

Judy K. Rosenthal Eileen Schechter

Judith R. Scissors

Lori D. Sheinbein

Sue Silverstein

Julie B. Stern

Scott M. Stern

Harvey H. Wallace

Cindy Wallach

Marc Wallis

Greg Yawitz Lifetime Board Members

Harvey M. Brown*

Jonathan J. Deutsch*

Charles C. Eisenkramer*

Marlyn Essman*

Marilyn Fox*

Harris Frank*

Paul J. Gallant*

Harvey S. Gershenson*

Harvey Gerstein*

Howard Hearsh*

Frank A. Jacobs*

Helene Mirowitz

Martin E. Oberman*

Lenore R. Pepper*

Sanford E. Pomerantz*

Jerome Raskas*

Todd Siwak*

Michael H. Staenberg*

Morris H. Sterneck*

Marvin S. Wool *Past Presidents jccstl.org

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23rd Annual

August 25, 2013 • 9:30am - 1:30pm Get your tickets today at tourdefun.com • Creve Coeur

Looking ahead…

AUGUST 1

Youth Soccer Registration begins

9

JumpBunch Sports & Fitness begins at Fox

9

Alpha Waves Swim Club begins

11

JumpBunch Sports & Fitness begins at SFC

17

Discovering Game Design begins

18

Banot Buddies Kickoff Event

21 Cabaret NJT 25 Tour De Fun 25 It’s a Guy Thing! begins 25 Jr. Robotics begins 25-29 Used Book Sale 30 Camp Sabra Family Weekend begins

September

october

1 Gourmet Honey Tasting

1 Jerusalem at the OMNIMAX® Theater 2 Labor Day 5K & 10K Run 1 Youth Basketball 2 Kids’ Triathlon Registration begins

2 Labor Day hours, 8am-5pm 2 Annual Alzheimer’s 4 Mother-Baby Boogie begins Research Update 4 Erev Rosh Hashanah, 2 Youth Floor Hockey

2 Saturday Night Party Zone at SFC

3 4-17 5 & 8

Youth Theatre: Romeo & Juliet

begins

5 Closed for Rosh Hashanah 7 Saturday Night Party

3

12

Saturday Night Party Zone at SFC

19 & 22

13 Erev Yom Kippur, close at 5pm

14

21 & 24

14 Closed for Yom Kippur 15 Youth NFL Flag Football 19 Closed for Sukkot 21 Saturday Night Party

16

Zone at SFC

Fall Park Play Date at Stacy Park

22 29

Sukkot Apple Picking

It’s a Girl Thing!

The Leadership Years Monthly & Ongoing Programs • Signature Specialty Fitness • J-Fit Fitness Programs • Early Childhood Center • Swim Academy

NJT’s The Good Doctor opens

3 5

Mad Science begins

Fall Park Play Date at Stacy Park Wonderful Wednesdays begins

16

Saturday Night Party Zone at SFC

17

Jr. Maccabi Winter Sports Day Youth Theatre: Capture the Moon Youth Theater Performance: Colors: We’re Better Together

19

23

23-24 Ilene Joseph Nishmah

28 Thanksgiving hours,

Saturday Night Party Zone at Fox Salon Series

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• Playgroups & Open Play • Senior Meal Program

For locations, times and contact information, visit jccstl.org

jccstl.org

Saturday Night Party Zone at Fox 8am-5pm

Girls Got Game Can We Talk?

• BBYO for teens • Home Delivery Meal Program

Most Fitness programs are ongoing and can be joined anytime. Current schedules are available in the fitness centers.

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Hanukkah Party

STL Jewish Book Festival

close at 5pm

Zone at Fox

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november

• Adult Day Center at the J • Volunteer Opportunities