Chai Life Fall 2012 - Volume 8 Issue 1

Toby Weinman Palchik Center for Jewish Philanthropy • The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Volume 8 • Issue 1 Fall 2012

IT’S ALL IN THE FAMILY

Phyllis & Harvey Sandler LARGER THAN OURSELVES Making Connections Making a Difference

ROARING THROUGH THE BIG APPLE ILOJC’s Largest Loudest Visiting Pride

COMMERCE MEETS COMMUNITY The New Business & Professional Division

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Welcome to Chai Life Together We’ll Do Extraordinary Things Once again, I am honored to welcome our Jewish community to a new season at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

For a 34th year, we’re poised to raise the vital funds that will care for those in need, build community for a bright Jewish future, stand up for Israel and respond in times of crisis around the world.

With Matt Levin at the helm, this season also begins a new and auspicious era for our Federation. The optimism, esprit de corps and momentum are unmistakable in our board room and committee meetings, throughout our Federation building and interactions - as we plan and move ahead on behalf of those who must depend on us now and in the future. I am thrilled to have Matt as my partner, and our community is fortunate to have him as a leader.

Looking forward to all we will do together,

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Ellen R. Sarnoff Chair, Federation Board of Directors After a few months on board, I’m even more proud to be leading this organization that fulfills the most essential role of community: bringing people together to take care of each other. It’s exciting to collaborate on developing what, with 130,000 people, has truly the greatest potential of any Jewish community in the country. To fulfill our mission amid ever-growing needs, our reach must be far broader as well as deeper. In the process, we’re coming together to build a greater, more vibrant and cohesive Jewish community.

Together, we’ll experience our community’s joys and celebrate Israel@65 as well as face the challenges and dangers ahead.

Together, we’ll build on our Federation’s long track record and set the course for a strong future. I look forward to hearing from you at asktheceo@bocafed.org about how we can work together for the benefit of our community and our people.

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Larger than Ourselves Making Connections, Making a Difference

Inspiring by Example

Phyllis & Harvey Sandler: All in the Family

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The Sandler Family Major Gifts Event

Lion Award for a Leading Lady Profile in Giving: Trailblazer Margie Baer

Roaring Through the Big Apple ILOJC’s Largest, Loudest Visiting Pride

Commerce Meets Community The New Business & Professional Division

Caring Around the World Our Israel & Overseas Elective Projects

Disagreement without Dislike Statement on Civility in Public Discourse

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20 Dorothy P. Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy 28 Young Adult Division 34 Business & Professional Division 36 Anne & Norman Jacobson

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38 Professional Advisory Committee 41 Planning & Allocations 41

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42 Jewish Community Relations Council 44 Jewish Education Department 46 Beneficiary Agencies 50 Synagogue Updates 52 Corporate Sponsors

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We learn to be ourselves here and we learn to find our identity.

-YAHEL, 16, sha’ar hanegev

LifELessons Learning is a lifelong process – if you’re lucky.

Yahel, 16, lives three miles from Gaza. Thousands of rockets have fallen in her neighborhood during the past few years.

The one place where she can escape the pervasive fear is her school, Sha’ar HaNegev Regional High School. “My school is kind of a special school for two reasons: the way that we learn here and the place,” Yahel explains.

In addition to literature, math and science, Yahel and her classmates learn critical life lessons. Teachers explain the importance of acceptance and tolerance, despite the hostilities happening right outside their classrooms. “We learn to be ourselves here and we learn to find our identity.”

Alex, 19, who was born and raised in Cherkassy, Ukraine, did not grow up with a strong sense of Jewish identity, although he was aware that he came from a Jewish family.

The real test lies in understanding our connection to something larger than ourselves.

“My parents never told me about the traditions,” he says.

Rather, it was his grandparents who informed him that he was Jewish. He began attending events at the Jewish youth center in his hometown, where he learned about customs and holidays. “Without the youth center, it would be tough for me to keep in touch with my peers, keep up with all the events in Israel, all the traditions and celebrations of Jewish holidays.”

Beth, 68, learned she could go on. After losing her beloved husband of almost 40 years to cancer, she cried every day. “I thought the tears would never end,” she recalls. “The pain was unbearable.” Then someone suggested she visit the Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center for Jewish Life Enhancement at the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center, a non-profit community agency of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. “I don’t know what I would have done without them,” she freely admits.

SARAh & MAX PECHTER CENTER FOR local Safety Net Services Adolph & Rose Levis Alzheimer & Adult Day Care at the Volen Center Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center – Camp Kavod Donna Klein Jewish Academy – SUN Center (Yad b’Yad) Federation Transportation Services Hillel Day School – ETGAR Program

Jewish Association for Residential Care (JARC) Support Living Scholarship Fund Community Case Management Group Home Scholarship Safety Net Access Program Kosher Konnection

Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service (JFS) Direct Financial Assistance to Families & Individuals The Food Pantry at JFS Senior Services Counseling to Individuals/Families in Crisis Volunteer Services Special Needs Department

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Take Note The most important lesson in all of this is, of course, that we are not alone.

For more than 30 years, the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County has been responding to the needs of our community – here at home, in Israel and in 70 other countries around the world.

Every day, through the amazing network of agencies and programs that make up the Sarah & Max Pechter Center for Local Safety Net Services, Federation supports programs that feed, clothe, shelter, counsel, rescue and respect people.

Through our Jewish Life & Learning Giving Center, we invest in the strength of our people by making experiences that build and bolster Jewish identity, enhance Jewish life and make Jewish learning available to everyone. We are part of a family that stretches around the world and, through the Israel & our Global Family Giving Center, Federation stands with our brothers and sisters in Israel and reaches into every corner of the Jewish community - inspiring lifelong connections, breaking the cycle of poverty and responding to emergencies.

And every day, generous donors to the Federation’s Annual Campaign learn what it feels like to make a difference in someone’s life. Many trust Federation to channel their gift where it is needed most; others prefer to direct their gift to one of our Giving Centers.

JEWISH LIFE & LEARNING

I went on a Birthright trip, which helped me realize the most that I belong there -ALEX, 19, UKRAINE

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Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center (JCC) Summer Camp and Pre-school Scholarships Birthright Israel Free Israel Experiences for Young Adults B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO) AZA & BBG Chapter Programs Community Outreach Initiative Day School Financial Assistance Donna Klein Jewish Academy (DKJA) Hillel Day School (HDS) Torah Academy Weinbaum Yeshiva High School Hillel – Florida Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) Government Officials Advocacy Iran Initiative Public Education & Awareness Israel Action Network Florida Association of Jewish Federations Jewish Education Programs Professional Development Florence Melton Adult Mini-School March of the Living Program Temple Beth El – Infant Care Program

I don’t know what I would have done without them.

-BETH, 68, BOCA RATON

Never has one gift done so much for so many The generosity of our donors allows us to ensure that Yahel and her fellow students can study in safety. With the support of World ORT and Federation Annual Campaign dollars, a brand-new building for Sha’ar HaNegev Regional High School is under construction. The reinforced structure will protect the students, while stateof-the-art technology centers and smart classrooms will give them access to the tools they need to succeed.

Yahel and her friends love their school because it offers them a safe place, a rich educational environment, and a path to their futures. “When we come to school, we feel safer than in our kibbutz, in our home,” she says.

When Beth turned to the Federation in her hour of need,

we responded. “It saved me; it really did,” she says. The Levis JCC Sandler Center offers a special camaraderie that comes from shared interests and experiences. Arts, learning and culture thrive as adults of all ages and faiths gather and connect with others who enjoy a wide variety of engaging activities, classes, games and travel experiences.

Thanks to support from Federation, Alex has been able to pursue his interest in learning about Judaism, and eventually get to Israel and experience it for himself. “I went on a Birthright trip, which helped me realize the most that I belong there,” he says. “In Israel, you can approach a stranger, ask them something, and they would help you. It’s not a big deal. You feel that connection.”

Having just graduated from university, Alex will soon travel to Israel again in order to spend five months learning Hebrew. “I feel like it’s the country for me, and I’m going to do whatever it takes to go there and to help myself and help the country.”

ISRAEL AND OUR GLOBAL FAMILY American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) Programs that support rescue, relief and renewal of Jewish communities around the world.

JDC Electives Former Soviet Union Welfare Relief PACT – Parents and Children Together Turning Point

Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) Programs that strengthen Jewish identity, build a stronger Israel and secure our Jewish future.

JAFI Electives Ben Yakir Youth Village Jewish Identity Summer Camps in the Former Soviet Union MASA – Israel Journey Partnership 2000 – Kiryat Bialik

Chamah Ethiopian National Project (ENP) Scholastic Assistance Program Youth Outreach Center World ORT

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It’s All in the

Family: Some children inherit their mother’s laugh or their father’s brown eyes. Phyllis and Harvey Sandler’s five children and eleven grandchildren appear to have inherited the family’s passion for philanthropy. “It’s so much a part of me it’s in my DNA,” says daughter Robin Rubin.

Watching the deep affection and enthusiasm as Sandler

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Caring, Commitment, Generosity Phyllis & Harvey Sandler, Inspiring by Example generations greet each other at events, work together on causes and welcome others, it’s no surprise that South Palm Beach County has such a vibrant, inspiring leading philanthropic family. Their profound compassion and generosity visibly radiate right from Phyllis and Harvey at the core, into their extended family and throughout the world.

“I

am absolutely passionate about improving the wellbeing of all,” Phyllis says. “And when I see what my children and Harvey’s are doing, how they are giving back, I am so proud.”

“Our children and grandchildren have learned by example, coming to events and conferences, being part of family discussions,” says Harvey. “There’s no magic formula. It’s how we live our life.”

Robin and her sister, Amy Ross, have become key community leaders, chairing some of the Federation’s most prominent events. Robin’s son, Jonathan, volunteers with children who have special needs at the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC. Phyllis just brought Amy’s daughter Brittany to our Lions’ visit to the 911 Memorial and Jewish Museum in NYC before the International Lion of Judah Conference. Ali, daughter of Phyllis’s son Larry and Andrea Schnurmacher, loved her recent Birthright Israel trip so much, she’s headed to a semester at Tel Aviv University in January.

Beach County, where the Sandlers are the largest donor in the history of our Annual Campaigns. Among other local philanthropic projects, they’ve named a new Cancer Pavilion at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, a School for Jewish Learning at Congregation B’nai Israel, and the Center for Jewish Life Enhancement at the Levis JCC. “I believe in looking for the gifts that are hidden in every adversity,” says Phyllis. “Unable to continue as head of Sandler Capital Management, Harvey found new meaning in life through our philanthropy. His illness brought our newly blended families together. We moved to Florida to help his recovery, found a wonderful new community, and three of our children followed us. We got to be part of their families’ daily lives here in the winter, and spend time with our other children and grandchildren up north in the summer. Attitude is everything. You create your own life.”

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by example, coming to events and conferences, being a part of family discussions,” says Harvey. “There’s no magic formula. It’s how we live our life.”

Harvey’s sons, Ricky and Andrew Sandler, are New York-based philanthropists.

“My dad taught me about giving back from a very early age,” said Ricky, on receiving the Young Leaders Award from New York Federation’s Wall Street & Financial Services Division. He also hosts children and coaches from the Israeli Tennis Centers for disadvantaged youth, a program to which his son Justin donated most of his Bar Mitzvah money.

Ricky and Andrew were instrumental in building a new Hillel Center at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Andrew also serves on the board of the Sid Jacobson JCC, where he was honored.

“From the start, they see how they can make a difference,” says Phyllis. “They see it, they feel it and they do it. You can’t tell or force them. You can show them the way.”

Phyllis and Harvey found their way in the wake of a devastating illness. Harvey remembers the phone call he got in 1991, nine months after the couple’s wedding, informing him that he had a brain tumor. The night before his 11-hour operation, the Sandlers pledged their lives to helping others if Harvey survived. His recovery has been a remarkable gift, one which the couple has gratefully accepted and joyously paid forward. Their Foundation has given $40 million to over 200 charities, including the Jewish Federation of South Palm

“Phyllis is the visionary, I’m the treasurer,” says Harvey. “It’s a great partnership.”

“In recognition of their enthusiastic support for our crucial mission to help Jews locally, in Israel and throughout the world, we’ve named our most important annual fundraiser the Sandler Family Major Gifts Event,” says Ellen R. Sarnoff, Chair of the Federation Board. “Their example inspires our community even more every year.”

“It’s an honor to have this highlight named for us,” says Harvey. “The Federation knows where the need is. They can allocate their funds to the right place at the right time.”

When asked what they would say to the Federation’s other most generous donors, Harvey quickly asserts, “Give. Give. Give.

Give until it feels sooooo good. Make an investment in your community – this is where you live!”

“My grandma said, ‘If all the Jews stay connected there can never be another Holocaust,’” adds Robin. “And the Federation connects us with all the Jewish people,” her mother continues.

“There’s another way of defining wealth,” says Phyllis.

“It’s not what you have when you die, it’s what you’ve given away, the lives you’ve helped and the good you’ve done. Ask yourself, ‘have I made a difference in the world because I lived?’”

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campaign Our broad and vital mission to help our Jewish family locally, in Israel and throughout the world with food and shelter, dignity and comfort, security, education and connection to our heritage means that our Federation has a very big job: to meet these needs now and in the future. Our Annual Campaign and Foundation are here to cover the gamut.

My husband Norman and I know the joy of seeing our gifts make a difference today. We also have the reassurance and peace of mind that we’ve invested in the strength and wellbeing of our Jewish community and our people tomorrow.

I’m very excited that our new Federation-wide Endowment Campaign will help more donors share this wonderful experience. Look for more information very soon!

Together We Do Extraordinary Things.

Could there be a better theme for our Annual Campaign? Together, every year, our Federation’s generous donors sustain and better the lives of so many in need – in so many extraordinary ways.

And this year we’re reaching far into our community with some extraordinary new opportunities for more people to get involved and experience how it feels to make a difference at all levels of giving. From special programs for our most generous King David Society donors to our new Community-wide Event, from the launch of our Business & Professional Division to an exciting range of Young Adult Division activities, we’re building community and growing our campaign as never before. Find out more right here in the pages of Chai Life.

B’shalom,

Toward an extraordinary season,

Anne Jacobson, Financial Resource Development Chair

Joseph Mishkin, Campaign Chair

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Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Event Calendar* GENERAL CAMPAIGN

WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY CONT’D

YOUNG ADULT DIVISION CONT’D

Campaign Ignition November 5, 2012

LION OF JUDAH LUNCHEON January 17, 2013

KING DAVID SOCIETY EVENTs November 15, 2012 – Kickoff January 2013 – Winter Outreach April 2013 – Mission to Argentina

National women’s philanthropy heart to heart mission February 2-8, 2013

Young couples November 14, 2012 February 7, 2013 March 14, 2013

SANDLER FAMILY Major Gifts EVENT December 6, 2012

JUST FOR YOU: A MAJOR DONOR SERIES February 17, 2013 March 2013

Community-wide EVENT January 29, 2013 Super Sunday March 17, 2013 ISRAEL UNDER THE STARS Spring 2013 Annual Meeting April 30, 2013 WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY DECKS, DOTS & DESSERTS November 1, 2012 AFTERHOURS January 8, 2013 April 9, 2013

POMEGRANATE THANK YOU March 11, 2013 YOUNG ADULT DIVISION

family event Chanukah on Ice December 11, 2012 Blue & White Party December 13, 2012 YAD COMMUNITY-WIDE EVENT May 18, 2013 NATIONAL SUMMER MISSION TO ISRAEL June 29 - July 7, 2013

WANDERING HAPPY HOURS October 18, 2012 November 15, 2012 January 17, 2013 February 21, 2013 April 11, 2013 June 20, 2013 July 25, 2013

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIVISION

PLAY DATES WITH A PURPOSE October 19, 2012 December 4, 2012 March 5, 2013

B&P closing event May 6, 2013

B&P INDUSTRY ICON SERIES November 8, 2012 December 19, 2012 February 5, 2013 March 20, 2013

*All dates and times are subject to change

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Campaign 2013 Takes Up the Torch Together We Will Do Extraordinary Things From our clubs and communities, from all our departments and divisions, as lay leaders and professionals, on November 5, one hundred and twenty of our Federation’s top campaign leaders and donors headed to our campus for Campaign Ignition with one purpose. They came to raise the energy, sharpen their skills and reconnect to infuse our 2013 Campaign. They left rededicated to ensuring that our Federation will continue to care for those who depend on us, and committed to turning up the flame of hope to fill gaps that leave others in darkness.

Chaired by Wendy Pressner, Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Vice Chair, and Joseph Mishkin, Campaign Chair, the intensive morning featured experts from near and far, including: Matt Levin, our own Federation President & CEO; Jacob Solomon, President & CEO of Greater Miami Jewish Federation; Sanford M. Baklor, a renowned philanthropist and global community leader active in the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County;

Sandy Baklor, Wendy Pressner, Matt Levin, Ellen R. Sarnoff, Jacob Solomon, Joe Mishkin

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Cliff Seresky, Burt Satzberg

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Will Recant of the JDC; and Robin Levenston of JAFI. Campaign Ignition also rolled out a campaign handbook, our new campus tour and Campaign videos, and our 2013 Campaign theme: Together We Do Extraordinary Things.

To adapt to the changing fundraising environment, Mishkin moderated a New Initiatives and Updates panel including: Barbara Feingold, King David Society Chair; Emily Grabelsky, Chair of Women’s Philanthropy; Debra Halperin, Co-chair of an exciting new Community-wide Event; Robert Marton, Business & Professional Division Co-Chair; Bryan Drowos, Young Adult Division Chair; Anne Jacobson, Chair of Financial Resource Development; and Wes Finch, Manager/Officer of Federation’s Continuing Care Retirement Community Development, LLC. Now it’s time to fire up our Jewish community to make a profound difference in the well-being of our neighbors and the future of our people – this year!

Back Row: Emily Grabelsky, Bryan Drowos, Barbara Feingold; Front Row: Debra Halperin, Joe Mishkin, Robert Marton

Anne Jacobson

Sandy Dickerman, Adele Zerman, Judith Beiner, Esther Summer, Phyllis Liss, Judy Kay

Gordon Salganick

Leona Brauser, Beverly Shapiro, Margie Baer

A retirement community can boost health and well-being.

59% of senior living community ommunity residents say their quality of life is better since moving to the community.* As you age, the awareness of the mind-body connection plays a crucial role in your future. The Mayo Clinic defines mind-body medicine as “positively influencing the mind to improve the health of the individual.” In short, our minds can affect how healthy our bodies are. Thoughts, feelings, beliefs and attitudes can positively or negatively affect physical well-being.

The important connection between the mind and the body is recognized by Sinai Residences of Boca Raton, the area’s newest, not-for-profit planned Life Care Retirement Community. Sinai Residences is taking an innovative approach to senior living that incorporates contemporary thinking into its design, programming and services. It is integrating physical, mental, social and spiritual Approximately 300 years ago, every system of medicine throughout opportunities together to provide a vibrant lifestyle for on-the-go, the world treated the mind and body as a whole. It was during the active adults. Residents will enjoy unique socializing opportunities, 17th century, with the development of Western medicine, that the cultural venues, guest lectures, arts and fitness programs. mind and body began to be viewed as two distinct entities. That Recent studies confirm having meaning in your life approach started to change in the 20th century when researchers and engagement with others are the top drivers of began to scientifically demonstrate complex links between the mindhappiness among those age 65 to 80.** body connection.

Research indicates the supportive environments offered by retirement communities can actually increase one’s health and wellbeing rather than slowing you down. Communities offer a consistent social life and engagement with others, which can positively affect the mind-body. Social connectivity contributes to a healthier, more satisfied life during your later years. Pursuing new activities, meeting people and stimulating your brain are just as important as staying physically fit.

Located on the campus of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, Sinai Residences is already experiencing high demand.

Blending physical activities with social connectivity for the ideal mind-body connection is one of many benefits that are attracting people to learn more about the lifestyle that will be offered.

For more information, visit www.SinaiResidences.com or by calling (561) 922-7156.

Information Center: 21090 St. Andrews Blvd., Suite 1 • Boca Raton, FL 33433-2400 Phone: (561) 922-7156 • www.SinaiResidences.com *Source: Aramark, What Seniors Think About CCRCs **Source: AARP, Beyond Happiness: Thriving

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who share a passionate concern for the worldwide Jewish community. As philanthropists who contribute $25,000 or more to our Federation Annual Campaign, KDS donors represent the very best in philanthropic giving. The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County recognizes the contributions of its prominent donors and expresses its gratitude by offering compelling programs that engage, educate and empower.

Engage HIGH-LEVEL EVENTS

Educate SPECIAL BRIEFINGS & MISSIONS

Empower HANDS-ON PROJECTS

Mark your calendar for the

KDS MISSION TO ARGENTINA April 2013* To learn more about the King David Society and the KDS Mission to Argentina, please contact Jennifer Koenig, Vice President, Campaign, at 561.852.3129 or jenniferk@bocafed.org. *Exact dates to be determined

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An Evening of Intrigue Entices Federation’s Top Donors TO Sandler Family Major Gifts Event An evening of intrigue and inspiration awaits the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s top donors at this year’s Major Gifts Event. They’ll gather at 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 6, 2012, at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton for an elegant cocktail reception, dinner and two truly intriguing speakers: Dan Raviv, CBS correspondent and co-author of the new book, Spies Against Armageddon: Inside Israel’s Secret Wars, and Efraim Halevy, ninth Director of Mossad, Israel’s chief intelligence and secret-service agency.

Co-chairs Gail & Warren Greenspoon, Adele & Herman Lebersfeld, and Judi & Allan Schuman, have planned a night sure to be a fitting celebration of the guests’ extraordinary dedication and generosity.

Major Gifts Co-chairs: Judi & Allan Schuman, Gail & Warren Greenspoon, Adele & Herman Lebersfeld

The Ketubah Society Hall of Fame will be on proud display at the event. Named for the traditional, beautifully decorated Jewish marriage contract, this prestigious Society pays tribute to our dedicated and generous donors with cumulative financial commitments of one million dollars or more during the Federation’s history.

Major Gifts Sponsors: Al Gortz, Richard Steinberg, Ed Smith, Marjorie Horwin, David Pratt, Ken Pritzker

“Every day, for 33 years, our Federation has been feeding the hungry, caring for our elderly, honoring our heritage, educating the next generation, inspiring hope, providing comfort and brightening lives – at home, in Israel and around the world,” said Joseph Mishkin, 2013 Campaign Chair. “But we couldn’t possibly do it without the overwhelming compassion and leadership of our major donors, the critical pillars of our Annual Campaign.”

The evening’s $130 couvert includes valet parking.

Dietary laws will be observed. A minimum $10,000 combined gift to the 2013 UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Annual Campaign is required to attend. For more information, contact Dana Vizner at 561.852.3270 or danav@bocafed.org.

Dan Raviv, CBS Middle East correspondent and author

Efraim Halevy, ninth Director of Mossad, Israel’s chief intelligence and secret-service agency

The Federation’s King David Society (KDS) and Major Gifts programs are generously sponsored by Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC; Proskauer; and Steinberg Global Asset Management, Ltd. The Boca Raton Observer is the event’s Exclusive Magazine Sponsor.

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is proud to announce

One Community.

Celebration Save the Date for an Event You Wouldn’t Dream of Missing.

Featuring Joshua Malina American film and stage actor most known for his prominent role on The West Wing and currently on the ABC hit show Scandal

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 Boca West Country Club

Debra & Larry Halperin Event Chairs

Committee* Ellen & Jon Channing Karen & Mark Dern Jill & Ted Deutch Monica & Steve Goldstein

Shelly & William Himmelrich Julie & David Kirschner Shayna & Richard Martinoff Lisa & Bob Marton

Jill & Michael Rose Naomi & Rich Steinberg Jennifer & Craig Zeuner *As of 11/8/12

A $500 family minimum gift to the UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County 2013 Annual Campaign is required to attend.

Detailed invitations arriving in your mailboxes shortly.

For more information, please contact Dina Burg at 561.852.5015 or dinab@bocafed.org.

We believe every senior has the right to live with dignity.

We believe no child should go to bed hungry.

We believe all Jews should be able to live – anywhere in the world – without fear of persecution.

We believe in you.

Donate Today at jewishboca.org

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Dorothy P. Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy Take a Seat at Our Expanding Shabbat Table Women’s Philanthropy has kicked off our 2013 Campaign year with exciting programs and meaningful experiences for women of all ages throughout our Jewish community!

We are committed to personally reaching out to women, raising awareness of needs facing us right here and in Jewish communities abroad. Our Federation is a lifeline for so many who depend on us for food, financial support and other critical services. As Chair of Women’s Philanthropy, I proudly represent the thousands of women in South Palm Beach County who have made commitments to Tzedakah and Tikkun Olam. Please join us!

Come to our programs. Volunteer on campus. Bring friends to events.

Look through these “Women’s Pages” to find appealing and rewarding ways for every woman to make a difference. If we haven’t met yet, please come to one of our events and introduce yourself to me!

I look forward to working together for a stronger Jewish future!

Women’s Season Kicks off with Decks, Dots & Desserts Women’s Philanthropy (WP) was off to a rousing start, building community through timeless games and tasty treats at Decks, Dots & Desserts on November 1, 2012. From throughout South Palm Beach County, 250 women of all ages enjoyed an evening of Canasta, Mah Jongg and Social Bridge at St. Andrews Country Club. With Co-chairs Helen Heiman, Donna Richter and Lisa Siemens at the helm, the warmth and friendship just kept growing.

Speaking about the vital work ahead, April Leavy, WP Lion of Judah Vice Chair, and Eydie Holz, WP Community Outreach Vice Chair made sure the night’s energy and inspiration will boost our women into the season ahead. Representatives from Wells Fargo Private Bank, the Dorothy P. Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy’s very generous sponsor, were also on hand for the fun.

Wendy Pressner, Lawrence Katz, Lisa Siemens, Barry Goldberg, Donna Richtman, Emily Grabelsky, Helen Heiman, Carlos Romero, Stephanie Midler

April Leavy, Eydie Holz

Susan Markowitz, Amy Ross, Robin Rubin, Susan Katz, Susan Embry

Anne Jacobson, Elaine Roberts

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Margie Baer

Margie Baer will be honored at this year’s annual Lion of Judah Luncheon for her passionate and longstanding dedication to Women’s Philanthropy and to the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

Part of a dynamic couple that helped lay a solid foundation upon which the success of our Federation has been built, Margie is a trailblazer who galvanized the women in our community and helped them realize their potential. She came to South Florida with her husband Jimmy in 1976.

“We wanted to become active in our local Federation,” Margie recalls.

“But we found out we didn’t have a Federation.”

That soon changed. Jimmy Baer became our Founding President; Margie served as the first Chair of the Women’s Division. Among her many accomplishments, there is one that holds a special place in Margie’s heart.

In the late 1970s, while on a mission trip to Israel, she noticed a number of women wearing a striking gold pin in the shape of a lion.

Today, the Lion of Judah is hailed as perhaps the most successful development vehicle of all time, but in those days only women from Miami, where the program originated, had the right to wear the distinctive pins.

“When I became Chair of the Women’s Division, you can guess what my first priority was,” Margie says. “We had to have that Lion!”

Margie was among the eight members of the first pride of Lions outside of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. She blushes at the idea of taking credit for giving the program wings, always emphasizing the efforts of the women who worked alongside her.

Nevertheless, it was her vision, perseverance and sincere desire to help the community that ensured success. Today, thanks to Margie and amazing women like her, more than 17,500 women worldwide are members of an organization that symbolizes the strength and compassion of Jewish women.

“I used to cry at the annual lunches because I was so happy to see how the numbers grew,” Margie says. When told recently that the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County was home to nearly 800 Lions last year, making it the second largest pride in the nation, she cried yet again.

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LION OF JUDAH LUNCHEON Thursday, January 17, 2013 • 10:30 a.m.

Boca West Country Club FEATURED SPEAKER

LARA LOGAN Featured Speaker Lara Logan

60 Minutes & CBS News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent

HONORING MARGIE BAER Marilyn Barry and Denise Zimmerman, Event Chairs APRIL LEAVY, Vice Chair, Lion of Judah The Marleen Forkas Chair of Contemporary Jewish Issues has generously underwritten our featured speaker.

A minimum individual women’s commitment of $5,000 to the 2013 UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Annual Campaign is required to attend.

Dietary Laws Observed

To RSVP, visit jewishboca.org/lionluncheon Denise Zimmerman, Marilyn Barry and Marleen Forkas

Dorothy Seaman The Lion of Judah programs are Department of generously sponsored by: Women’s Philanthropy is generously sponsored by:

For more information, contact Robin Agronin at 561.852.5054 to robina@bocafed.org

Lion of Judah Luncheon Exclusive Magazine Sponsor:

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LEAVE YOUR HIGH HEELS AT HOME Spend 5 brilliant days traveling Israel and meeting with women who are making their world a better place.

Participate in hands-on programs that are changing the face of Israeli society and helping those most at risk.

After hours is an evening social group for women to gather for exclusive events and educational opportunities.

Save the Date

Rosenbaum Art Gallery Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Chairs: Ellen Channing & Dr. Gail Rubin Kwal Vice Chair Community Development: Eydie Holz For more information, contact Jillian Rosen at 561.852.6084 or jillianr@bocafed.org

Women For Dignity Project

Every journey begins with a single step. Take the first one right now.

Go to www.JewishFederations.org/h2h or call 561.852.6058 for more information

Pomegranate Thank You SAVE THE DATE March 11, 2013 5:30 pm For women with a minimum Pomegranate-level gift of $1800 to our Federation’s Annual Campaign.

Enjoy a special cooking demonstration in a beautiful private home.

WE SALUTE THE JEWISH FEDERATION.

Help us meet our goal of purchasing 5,000 disposable undergarments for needy homebound seniors in Minsk, Belarus. We are counting on you.

BUY A PACKAGE OF 5 TRIBUTE CARDS FOR $20 AND 20 DISPOSABLE UNDERGARMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR A NEEDY SENIOR.

To order cards, visit

jewishboca.org/dignity For more information on this Adopt-a-Project, contact Debra Friedman at 561.852.6058 or debraf@bocafed.org

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We believe

no child should go to bed hungry.

We believe all Jews should be able to live without fear of persecution.

We believe every senior has the right to live with dignity.

We believe in you.

Donate Today at jewishboca.org

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Young Adult Division Connecting a Vibrant, Young Jewish Community with Lessons from our Grandparents’ Generation Have you heard the one about the older Jewish couple in Boca Raton? Probably not this one, and it’s no joke. This older couple has spent decades in our community putting down roots, having children and grandchildren, making lifelong friends, laying the figurative (and sometimes literal) cornerstones at their synagogue, supporting institutions of Jewish life and learning, and making sure no Jew in Boca, in Israel or around the world stands alone in their time of need. Great, right?

There is but one problem with this story.

Our generation has a big job ahead to fill their shoes, and every day brings us closer to being called upon to do just that.

That is precisely where you and I come in. Our re-formulated and re-invigorated Young Adult Division (YAD) is here for those of us ages 20-45 looking to connect, looking for good times, looking to be part of something larger than ourselves and to make a difference in the Jewish world locally and abroad.

YAD is here to ensure that our area’s vibrant, young Jewish people are part of a vibrant, young Jewish community.

With social, family, hands-on helping and philanthropic opportunities, YAD is here for all of us.

The older generation may be a tough act to follow, but “If not us, who?” and “If not now, when?” It’s our time to step up and say to others: “Follow me.”

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Meet Our Young Adult Division Board Bryan Drowos, YAD Chair I’m currently Chair of the Young Adult Division and a Board Member of the JFSPBC, as well as a proud member of JFNA’s National Young Leadership Cabinet. A Certified Financial Planner, I live in Boca Raton with my wife, a physician, and our two young children.

Someone recently asked me, with all of my work and family commitments, where I find time for Jewish Federation. The thing is, you can’t wait until you find time. It will never come. You must make time for the important things in life. I can’t think of much else more important than ensuring that no fellow Jew in need ever stands alone. That is both an example I am proud to set for my children and a lesson I feel obligated to teach them.

Shayna Goldberg Martinoff, YAD Campaign Chair Before moving to Boca Raton three years ago with my husband, a physician, I worked at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation for several years as Missions Coordinator and then in Campaign with young adults. Currently, I work from home and have one young daughter who attends Zale preschool.

In my mid 20s, I went on a JFNA Young Leadership Mission and I was hooked.

Since starting a family, I’ve realized the importance of having a strong local Jewish community for my children and the future.

Emily Einhorn, YAD Hands-on Chair I’m a 7th grade science teacher at Donna Klein Jewish Academy. I’ve just moved with my husband to Florida from Boston, where I completed an MST with a concentration in Jewish Day Schools. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy cooking, reading good books and trashy magazines, and exploring South Florida. I am excited to be part of the YAD as an active contributor to my new community.

Brett J. Schneider, YAD Engagement Chair A partner in a law firm and Chair of the firm’s labor and employment group, when not representing employers in legal disputes, I enjoy spending time with my wife, a publicist, and two young daughters. We currently reside in West Boca Raton and have lived in South Palm Beach County for 7 years. Despite my various family and work commitments, I am delighted to serve on the YAD Board so I can give back to the wonderful community within which I live and provide assistance to those less fortunate in South Palm Beach County and beyond.

Lauren Friedman, YAD Social Co-chair A Florida resident for the past 10 years, I work at the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish JCC on the Federation campus in Boca Raton. In my free time, I run half marathons, enjoy the beach and pursue my passion of engaging young Jewish adults to identify with the greater Jewish community. The power of the Jewish faith has brought me to where I am today. As a YAD leader, I encourage my generation to commit to Jewish values and create a base of strong young adult leaders to help ensure a Jewish future.

Lawrence Melcer, YAD Social Co-chair Raised in Boca Raton, I spent my first year of college studying in Israel and went on to Yeshiva University. I am firmly committed to our Jewish community and our Jewish people.

Each of us can make a unique contribution.

In addition to helping to build our new Young Adult Division, I am ready to use my professional knowledge and skills as a financial advisor to help strengthen local organizations within Jewish and overall communities.

Young Adult Division Erika Lewin-Harris, YAD Family Chair I grew up right here in Boca Raton, where I now live with my husband, an OB-GYN, and two children. I am a CPA and Director with the national accounting firm, CBIZ Goldstein Lewin. In our free time, our family loves hiking, skiing and simply being together. YAD provides me with the perfect vehicle to give back to my community, help people in need in Israel, and teach my children the importance of mitzvot and charity. It doesn’t hurt that we have a great time at all the events too!

Jeffrey Weinstein, LEADS Alumni Chair A practicing attorney focused on tax controversy and litigation, I enjoy sports, politics, travel and being involved in our Jewish community. Having grown up in the large, proud Detroit Jewish community, I know how much an active connection to Judaism can mean for our young adults personally and professionally, as well as how important our work is to help those who need us.

Jeremy Cohen, Member at Large Born and raised in Palm Beach County, and living in South Florida for over 20+ years, I’ve developed a unique understanding and strong commitment to this community. A financial advisor and sports enthusiast, I’m very involved in the Levis JCC as a volunteer basketball coach in Sports and Wellness. YAD provides an important avenue to connect with young Jewish adults, give back to our community, promote Judaism and stay connected to Israel.

YOUNG ADULT DIVISION (YAD)

Young Local Leaders Stand Out Nationally Bryan Drowos and Erik Rosenstrauch of Boca Raton were among hundreds of young Jewish leaders from 40 communities across North America soaking up top-level leadership training, philanthropic education and spiritual reflection at the annual retreat of 50-year-strong Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) National Young Leadership (NYL) Cabinet. Drowos chairs the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Young Adult Division (YAD) and is Co-chair of NYL Cabinet’s 2013 Leadership Conference.

Rosenstrauch shares the Cabinet’s Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) portfolio and has held Young Adult leadership positions locally as well as in Chicago. Laurence I. Blair, South Palm Beach County’s third current NYL Cabinet member, chairs our community’s Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service. Among past local NYL leaders, Cindy Orbach Nimhauser cochaired the NYL Cabinet and went on to chair our Federation.

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Kristallnacht Film Forum

Playdates With Purpose – Young Moms Chanukah Sing-A-Long w/ Miss Susan

Wandering Happy Hour

Sunday, November 11, 2012 • 3 or 7:30 p.m.

Jewish Federation – Zinman Hall, Boca Raton

Young Couples – Inside Edition

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 • 8-9:30 p.m.

The Home of Joanna & Bryan Drowos

Wandering Happy Hour

Thursday, November 15, 2012 • 5:45 p.m.

Kapow – Mizner Park, Boca Raton

Tuesday, December 4, 2012 • 3-5 p.m.

JARC – Kaye Auditorium, Boca Raton

Chanukah on Ice With the Panthers (VIP) Tuesday, December 11, 2012 BB&T Center

Blue & White Party with the Palm Beach Federation Thursday, December 13, 2012 • 6-10 p.m.

Omphoy, Palm Beach

Thursday, January 17, 2013 • 5:45 p.m.

Euro Fusion & Bar, Boca Raton

FEBRUARY Young Couples – Kosher Wine Tasting Thursday, February 7, 2013 • 8-9:30 p.m.

Rustic Cellar, Boca Raton

Wandering Happy Hour

Thursday, February 21, 2013 • 5:45 p.m.

The Sandbar, Delray Beach Fast of Esther concludes at 6:48 p.m.

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Young Adult Division

Wishing The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County success in the 2013 Annual Campaign.

Our deepest gratitude and admiration to all the committed, generous volunteers and supporters whose dedicated efforts meet vital human needs for so many in our community, in Israel and overseas.

Jeffrey Sandelman Young Adults Step Up and Prepare to LEAD

The 2012-13 LEADS series opened on October 16 with special guests Federation President & CEO Matt Levin and visiting National Young Leadership Cabinet member Brian Katz, Esq. CHAILIFE 30

TORAH • VALUES • ACADEMICS • TEAMWORK • COMMUNITY • ISRAEL • TORAH • VALUES

With LEADS, they’re hearing from experts about leadership, Jewish communal responsibilities and history, and the Jewish needs - in our own community, in Israel and across the globe. They’re also learning hands-on from Federation’s beneficiary agencies. Rabbi Josh Broide serves as the series facilitator.

TORAH • VALUES • ACADEMICS • TEAMWORK • COMMUNITY • ISRAEL

OPEN HOUSE For Prospective Students and Their Parents for Fall 2013

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2012 Program begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.

7902 Montoya Circle, Boca Raton, Florida 33433

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TORAH • VALUES • ACADEMICS • TEAMWORK • COMMUNITY • ISRAEL • TORAH • VALUES

Just starting its second year, YAD’s Leadership Education and Development Series (LEADS) has already become South Palm Beach County’s prestigious “boot camp” for stepping up to leadership in YAD and the larger Jewish community.

With a new LEADS class joining continuing participants, 29 committed, respected young professionals are now growing together personally, professionally and Jewishly.

Young Adult Division

Wandering Happy Hour Opens Season at Salt7 Wherever YAD wanders for Happy Hour, it’s the place for young Jewish adults in their 20s to early 40s to be – as the crowd opening the Wandering season at Salt7 on October 18 will attest. They enjoyed drinks and tasty tidbits, learned a bit about how young adults can help our community through Federation, and even got energized and inspired by their peer Rabbi Josh Broide. Whether you’re new to town, a veteran young leader or anything in between, YAD Social Chairs Lauren Friedman and Larry Melcer invite you to join in these great evenings with company you’ll want to keep, in venues you’ll want to visit!

Young Adult Division 20s 30s early 40s

WANDERING

Happy Hour

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES: January 17 Euro Fusion & Bar 6877 SW 18th St. Boca Raton

June 20 Blue Martini & Bar 6000 Glades Rd. Boca Raton

February 21 The Sandbar 40 S. Ocean Blvd.

Delray Beach

July 25 Morton’s Steakhouse 5050 Town Center Cir. Boca Raton

• Fast of Esther concludes at 6:48 p.m.

April 11 Tryst 4 East Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach

For more information, visit jewishboca.org/yad

Young

COUPLES

DATE NIGHTS

ISRAEL and TURKEY – FRIENDs OR FOEs Wednesday, November 14, 2012 • 8 p.m.

The Home of Joanna & Bryan Drowos Kosher Wine Tasting Thursday, February 7, 2013 • 8 p.m.

The Rustic Cellar Passover Cooking Demonstration Thursday, March 14, 2013 • 8 p.m.

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Young Adult Division

“Playdates with a Purpose” Makes Friends with Tzedakah Tired of the same old playdates and looking for meaningful Jewish activities to do with young children, 67 enthusiastic, energetic participants launched Playdates with a Purpose.

They gathered at Playtown Café on October 19. Tzedakah was the theme at the first event in this new Federation YAD series designed for parents and caregivers with children ages two to eight. Even more families can make new friends, learn and have fun together at the next two Playdates:

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What Promise Will You Make to

Future Jewish Generations?

To preserve our precious heritage? To honor the inherent dignity of our elderly, those with disabilities, our most vulnerable? To plan and ensure a vibrant, secure Jewish future for our children, our grandchildren, our people?

Whether it is preserving the past, honoring the present or

planning for the future, the Jewish Community Foundation is here to help fulfill your promise that there will always be a strong and thriving Jewish community – l’dor v’dor, from generation to generation.

www.jewishboca.org

• 561.852.3100

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business & professional Division High Energy. Great for Business.

Vital for our Community.

We are pleased to report that the first cabinet meeting of the newly formed Business and Professional Division was an amazing, high-energy exchange of ideas, insights and aspirations. We started off with 30 committed Cabinet Members right out of the gate! Everyone brought something unique to the table – a story of hope, a desire to make a difference, the need to do more – for their kids, their careers, their community. We all came out of that room riding what feels like an unstoppable wave of momentum.

You can help determine where we go from here. B&P is an incredible opportunity to establish connections that are not only good for business – they’re also good for the welfare of the Jewish community. We invite you to get in on the ground floor.

We welcome your input and involvement.

We encourage you to participate in our upcoming events and we look forward to sharing our success with you.

Introducing the B&P Division Excitement is running high as we launch a powerful new initiative geared toward the needs and aspirations of a new generation of Jewish leaders. Our new Business and Professional Division – it’s already being embraced as “B&P” – brings together business people, professionals and entrepreneurs from Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Highland Beach to network and make a positive impact on the Jewish community. B&P allows you to discover meaningful connections that are good for business – and good for the community – through: Speaking Engagements and Panel Discussions: B&P brings in successful entrepreneurs and executives for speaking engagements, panel discussions and up-close-and-personal opportunities – like our Icons of Industry series – for you to learn from the best.

Networking Events and Activities: B&P offers thoughtfully planned gatherings where business people, professionals and entrepreneurs representing a wide range of industries and interests can mix, mingle and make vital B2B contacts.

Leadership Opportunities: Professionals who like to take the lead and can recognize an amazing opportunity when they see it are enthusiastically signing up for our B&P Cabinet, a special leadership group that helps plan activities, set policies and recruit new members for the Division.

Meet Our Inaugural B&P Cabinet They may represent a wide range of professions, ages and stages of life, but they share some things that are very important: they care about our community, they’re committed to the well-being of our people, they understand how B&P is good for business as well as far more, and they’re ready to spread the word.

Scott Brenner, Brenner Real Estate Group

Rob Gerstein, Woodfield Distribution, LLC

Jason Marks, Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman & Levine

Jason Brodie, Brodie & Friedman, P.A.

Barry Goldberg, Wells Fargo Advisors

Visit us online at jewishboca.org/business or contact B&P Director Sonni Simon at 561-852-3128 or sonnis@bocafed.org for more information or to get involved.

Dana Charles-Kodner, Dana F. Charles, P.A.

Stephen Grabelsky, Center for Hematology/ Oncology

Bob Marton, The Marton Bute Marcus Wealth Management Group of Merrill Lynch

Sincerely and successfully yours,

Dori Eden, KBKG, Inc.

Brad Gucciardo, Scarlett & Gucciardo

Jessica Roof, Miami Dolphins

Billy Fischer, Merrill Lynch Senior Vice President-Investments, Financial Advisor

Scott Hirsch, Scarlett & Gucciardo

Jon Sahn, Ascendant Planned Giving

Gary Lesser Co-chair, B&P

Bob Marton Co-chair, B&P

Meryl Charnow, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Financial Advisor

Joshua Friedman, Brodie & Friedman, P.A.

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Guy Fronstin, Law Offices of Guy Fronstin Greg Gefen, Zenith Professional Ctr. Nancy Gefen, Nester Poletto Sotheby’s International Realty

Kathy Green, Nester Poletto Sotheby’s International Realty

Eric Lebersfeld, Capital Lighting Gary Lesser, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Dan Levine, Kaplan, Krauss & Levine, LLC Wendi Lipsich, Office of Congressman Ted Deutch

Stephanie Midler, Wells Fargo Advisors Jeremy Paul, RLP Wealth Advisors, LLC

Shari Schwamm, Zeuner Realty Jeff Shavitz, Charge Card Systems Fred Weinstein, Goldstein, Zugman, Weinstein & Poole, LLC Craig Zeuner, City Lien Search

B&P Cabinet Members Go Inside as Dolphins VIPs Even on a winning night, Sun Life Stadium couldn’t have looked better to our B&P Cabinet Members, who headed down as VIPs on the beautiful morning of October 24. Their Insiders Tour took them “behind the scenes” from the press box and club level suites, past award displays and through tunnels to the locker room and showers, and out onto the sunny field. They also got to chat with Dolphins CFO Mark Brockelman, who helped lead part of the tour with Jessica Roof.

Brockelman will be part of the Sports Panel at the B & P Industry Icons Event on February 5. And, through it all, the cabinet members, along with 2013 Campaign Chair Joseph Mishkin, continued to forge their friendships and collegial relationships.

Business & Professional Division

SAVE THE DATE INDUSTRY ICON EVENTS December 19, 2012 • 8 am Federation Campus, Zinman Hall

February 5, 2013 • 6 pm Cliff Viner, General Partner & CEO, Florida Panthers and Mark Brockelman, CFO, Miami Dolphins Federation Campus, Sandler Center Jon Sahn, Robert Marton, Meryl Charnow, Joseph Mishkin, Mark Brockelman

Craig Zeuner, Meryl Charnow, Joseph Mishkin, Robert Marton, Jon Sahn

March 20, 2013 • 8 am Larry Feldman, CEO, Subway Federation Campus, Zinman Hall

Chairs: Bob Marton & Gary Lesser Come early to network Joseph Mishkin, 2013 Campaign Chair

Meryl Charnow, Jon Sahn, Robert Marton, Craig Zeuner, Joseph Mishkin

B&P closing event Save the Date May 6, 2013

To Register, visit

www.jewishboca.org/icon Meryl Charnow, Mark Brockelman

For more information, contact Sonni Simon at 561.852.3128 or sonnis@bocafed.org

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Anne & Norman Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation Ensuring the Future of Our Jewish Community and People

Creating a Jewish Legacy: JCF, Community Partners & Professionals Prepare for the Future

We look forward to an exciting and productive 2013 season at the Anne and Norman Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation (JCF), after a very successful 2012 which brought in $12,500,000 in gifts of cash and anticipated dollars. These funds help ensure the continuation of Jewish life, programs and services in our community, in Israel and throughout the world.

JCF convened the season’s first partner training session on October 11 in Zinman Hall on the Federation campus. Thirty-five engaged participants interactively learned about Stewardship and Recognition with expert Bryan Clontz. And, the night before, Clontz presented CJL’s very first program for estate professionals from throughout the community. The next Partner and Professional trainings will feature Kathryn Miree in February.

We are pleased that longtime Investment Chair Richard Steinberg is joining Elyssa Kupferberg as a Foundation Vice Chair. Elyssa will also chair the Foundation’s new Endowment Campaign on behalf of the Federation.

The Create a Jewish Legacy initiative continues strong with 15 agencies, schools and synagogues as community partners. Our Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) has an active year ahead including a spring mission to Israel, and our Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) will celebrate its tenth anniversary.

We encourage all Jewish residents to learn more about how vital JCF is for our children, grandchildren and generations to come. The entire Foundation team is available for confidential consultations on creating your own Jewish Legacy.

Create a Jewish Legacy (CJL), a truly innovative community-building initiative of our Anne and Norman Jewish Community Foundation (JCF), ended its launch year with unprecedented promise for ensuring a strong, vital Jewish community well into the future through planned charitable giving. Now, CJL’s fifteen committed inaugural agency, school and synagogue partners that were welcomed last May from across our Jewish community, are continuing to learn and inspire their organizations and constituents to make a major impact for generations to come.

For more information about Create a Jewish Legacy, contact Michele Becker at 561-852-3173 or micheleb@bocafed.org.

David Katzman, CJL Co-chair; Mark Schaum, CJL Vice Chair; Bryan Clontz, Trainer, President and CoFounder of Charitable Solutions, LLC

Rabbi Sam Levine (Hillel Day School of Boca Raton), Suzanne Rice (Hillel Day School of Boca Raton), Leigh Katzman (Hillel Day School of Boca Raton)

B’Shalom,

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Rabbi David Baum (Congregation Shaarei Kodesh), Jerry Goldman (Congregation Shaarei Kodesh), Marla Weiss Egers (Jewish Federation of SPBC)

Linda Myers (Temple Beth El of Boca Raton), Helen Cohan (Hillel Day School of Boca Raton)

Jill Deutch (Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach), Matthew Hocherman (Boca Raton Synagogue)

Rabbi Andrew Rosencrantz (Congregation B’nai Israel), Shimmie Kaminetsky (Weinbaum Yeshiva High School), Matthew Hocherman (Boca Raton Synagogue) Martin Flics (Hillel Day School of Boca Raton)

Inaugural CJL Partners: Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center, B’nai Torah Congregation, Boca Raton Synagogue, Congregation B’nai Israel, Congregation Shaarei Kodesh, Donna Klein Jewish Academy, Hillel Day School of Boca Raton, Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach, Jewish Association for Residential Care, Jewish Education Center of South Florida, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service, Temple Beth El, Torah Academy of Boca Raton, Weinbaum Yeshiva High School.

New LOJEs Inspire as they Ensure their Vital Gifts Continue Women’s philanthropy is an undeniably powerful presence in our community, with half our Federation’s Annual Campaign dollars donated by women. Our Jewish women of today have the opportunity to perpetuate their names and their commitment to the future of our people through our Jewish Community Foundation.

South Palm Beach County has long led the way as the community with the largest number of women who have established Lion of Judah Endowments (LOJEs); 256 women here are ensuring that their Lion-level gifts will always be there to help our Jewish family.

Whether a woman has long been engaged in the community or charitable giving or is just beginning to consider her legacy, she can join this remarkable group of dedicated LOJEs by creating a gift that will stand the test of time.

Learn how you can leave a lasting legacy by contacting Ida Novack at 561-852-3342 or idan@bocafed.org for your own confidential conversation.

The most important inheritance that I can leave to my children is a value system. Creating a LOJE helps to ensure the continuity of the Jewish people and the meaningful work that our Federation does for our community. By utilizing an annuity to establish my LOJE, I am enjoying its benefits while still being able to fulfill my philanthropic goal. -Margaret Kottler As a longtime supporter of the South Palm Beach and the International Jewish community, I established my LOJE to express my commitment to the welfare of the Jewish World.

I am fortunate that, in my lifetime, I can fully fund my gift forever at the Ruby Lion level. -Myrna Skurnick My lifetime involvement, passion and commitment to both my homes, Greater MetroWest and South Palm Beach County Federations, will endure through the LOJE endowments I have created in both communities. This is my insurance policy that all the important work done in each community continues for my children and grandchildren in both places. -Adele Lebersfeld I endowed my Lion gift because I believe so strongly in the work we do in this Jewish community. Having devoted many years and resources to this work, it is a great comfort to know I’ve taken steps to ensure it continues. Using life insurance as the vehicle was simple to arrange and relatively affordable while I am still young enough and in good health. -Stephanie Owitz

How can you Do a Mitzvah, Leave your Jewish Legacy and ….

Get a greater return on your invested capital?

Consider a Charitable Gift Annuity Leverage your commitment to the Jewish Federation and still provide a greater estate to your loved ones?

Consider establishing a Life Insurance Policy Provide greater income to the Charity and still leave funds through your estate?

Consider establishing a Charitable Lead Trust Provide for your estate planning if Congress enacts new legislation?

Consider establishing a Charitable Remainder Trust Transfer funds from your Retirement Account?

Depending on your age (70+) you may be able to transfer funds directly to a charity (if the current IRS legislation is extended) Contact your personal legal, estate planning, financial or tax professionals for advice about how these vehicles may be of value to you.

For additional information about the Jewish Community Foundation and its resources including the Professional Advisory Committee (PAC), contact Steve Rose, Foundation Director, at 561-852-3114 or stever@bocafed.org for a private and confidential conversation.

My long term dedication to both my New York and South Palm Beach County Jewish communities was instilled at a young age, as my paternal grandfather was an original supporter of the New York Federation. Now, my commitment to our people will continue forever through the lasting legacy I’ve created by endowing my Lion gifts in both my beloved communities. -Barbara Yaspan After many years as a Lion of Judah, I chose to endow my annual Lion gift because I deeply believe in the work of Federation.

I am ensuring the continuity of my donation to support Israel and my community after I pass on. At this point in my life I was evaluating my estate plan and it was convenient to simply add the bequest. -Lynn Joy Sapoff

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PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PAC Governance Team Builds Capacity at Retreat The Governance team came together in retreat to build PAC’s capacity to encourage charitable planned giving on behalf of their clients. They gathered on August 20 at the Boca Raton office of Proskauer. Guest speaker Jane Stein and PAC Vice Chair Matt Kutcher presented an in-depth, hands-on afternoon of training.

L-R: Seated: Eliot Popper, Mark Schaum, Richard Steinberg; Standing - Adam Bankier, Marla Weiss Egers, Scott Teich, Ida Novack

L-R Seated - Bob Lewis, Matt Kutcher, Ken Pritzker, Cliff Gelber; Standing - Steve Rose, Marjorie Horwin, Alyssa Feder, Seth Marmor

GRANTING WISHES Come hear award-winning Chef Michelle Bernstein speak, a Miami native of Jewish and Latin descent, author and owner of Miami-based restaurant Michy’s, as JWF announces new grant awards to benefit women and children.

Monday, March 6, 2013 Boca Rio Golf Club

Linda Brodie and Mady Friedman, Event Chairs

Tuesday, MaY 21, 2013 • 5 p.m.

Chairs: Brian Singer, CLU, ChFC & Eliot Popper For more information, contact Michele Becker at 561.852.3173 or micheleb@bocafed.org

a n n e & n o r m a n j a c o b s o n J E W ISH COMMUNIT Y FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ( PAC )

Mitzvah Society

Cocktail Reception Tuesday, March 19, 2013 • 5 p.m.

pac Mission to ISRAEL APRIL 20-28 Join the Professional Advisory Committee of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You will be infused with culture, history and hospitality of our homeland and gain a deeper appreciation for the work we do as community leaders. We will embark as colleagues and friends and return as a unified family dedicated to creating a brighter Jewish future.

Mission Highlights Include:* • Tel Aviv Stock Exchange • Caesarea • Tour & Shopping in Safed • ATV rides through the Golan Heights

• Yad Vashem • Masada and so much more! * Itinerary subject to change

For more information, call Ida Novack at 561.852.3342 or email idan@bocafed.org.

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St. Andrews Country Club 17557 Claridge Oval West Boca Raton, Florida 33496 Honoring Richard D. Steinberg, CFA Chairs: David Pratt, Esq. & Ken Pritzker For more information, contact Michele Becker at 561.852.3173 or micheleb@bocafed.org

Professional Advisory Committee

Estate Professionals Launch their Season at PAC Kickoff Local estate professionals shared much more than congenial company, prime networking, and luxurious refreshments at the Anne and Norman Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) Kickoff & Membership Drive Cocktail Reception. Gathered at Woodfield Country Club on September 27, they also shared a deep commitment to helping the Jewish community. Newcomers learned how the Federation’s 93 PAC members provide clients with compelling options to truly make a difference where it’s needed - through individualized restricted and unrestricted gifts that meet their clients’ philanthropic goals as well as financial interests. PAC members are estate and trust attorneys, financial wealth advisors, accountants, trust officers and insurance professionals who encourage charitable

Seth Marmor, Linda Melcer, Bob Lewis, PAC Kickoff Chairs

Matt Kutcher, PAC Vice Chair; Marjorie Horwin, PAC Chair; Richard Steinberg, JCF Vice Chair

James Ballerano, Judi & Craig Donoff

giving through the establishment of new endowment funds, trusts, bequests, life insurance policies and IRAs on behalf of their clients.

More than 100 guests heard from event Co-chairs Seth Marmor, Bob Lewis and Linda Melcer; JCF Chair David Pratt; and PAC Chair Marjorie Horwin. They also heard compelling personal stories from PAC members Alyssa Feder and Larry Melcer. Art Lewis of Oppenheimer, the event’s Premier Sponsor, and Supporting Sponsor representatives Peggy Hollander of the Succession Group, Jonathan Bloom of Bloom and Freeling, and Marc Margolies and Adam Cohen of Berk Wealth Management at LPL, enabled this great evening of networking and camaraderie benefiting the community.

Art Lewis, Christine Sloboth and Noah Rubin, Oppenheimer

Brian Singer; David Pratt, JCF Chair

Cliff Gelber, Barry Goldberg, Steven Belson

Peggy Hollander, Succession Group; Matt Kutcher

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Planning & Allocations

Letting It Fly for Local Birthright Bus South Palm Beach County residents who are passionate about Israel and our Jewish future took advantage of a unique opportunity to help our community send 40 local young people to experience Israel. Through the Flywheel-A-Thon at Flywheel Boca Raton on August 12, supporters and spinners helped raise funds toward our first Birthright Israel community bus.

Since 2000, Taglit-Birthright Israel has been sending Jewish young adults ages 18-26 on a remarkable 10-day educational trip to Israel at no cost to them. Widely cited research attests to Birthright’s “profound and long-term impact.” Participants connect to Israel, develop a greater sense of belonging to the Jewish people, and increase their interest in raising Jewish families.

Jon Sahn, Suzy Garfinkle; event co-chairs

Melissa Sahn with dad, Jon Sahn

For more information about this summer’s community Birthright bus, contact Kristy at 561.852.6090.

Etta Zimmerman, Marla Weiss Egers

Paula Goldberg, Joe Mishkin

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The Flywheel-A-Thon was presented by The Birthright Israel Foundation, Alumni & Young Leaders Campaign; and was co-sponsored by Young Adult Division of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

Flywheel was the generous corporate sponsor, and bike underwriters included Anne L. Jacobson, Ann G. Kelman, The Sahn Family, Dorothy Seaman, Dorothy Wizer, Jerome L. Wolf and Temple Beth El.

Amy Ross, Jan Savarick, Robin Rubin

Terri Samuels, Roland Roth, Matan Ben Aviv

Masa Israel Journey Young college grads and professionals embark on a life-changing 4-10 month experience in Israel, connecting the new generation to their homeland.

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Jewish Community Relations Council

Consul General Israel Briefing Opens JCRC Year

Matthew C. Levin, Federation President & CEO; Ellen R. Sarnoff, Federation Chair; Consul General Chaim Shacham

JCRC Executive Committee members Karen Lustgarten, Joe Sitrick, Mark Wasserman, Rachel Miller

Chaim Shacham, Consul General from Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico, joined the 2012-13 opening meeting of the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) on October 10 with an up-to-the-minute briefing. Rabbi David Steinhardt, JCRC Chair, convened the group of Jewish community leaders, who also heard from Matthew C. Levin, Federation President & CEO, Monika Levin, ADL

Florida Associate Director and Rachel Miller, AJC Palm Beach County Regional Director. As the public-policy, community relations and advocacy arm of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, the JCRC helps to unite, support and direct the local organized Jewish community, and keep the community apprised of local, national and global issues that affect us.

Federation Hosts Leaders at 2nd Annual Florida Jewish Symposium The 2nd Annual Florida Jewish Symposium brought 150 key lay and professional leaders from 10 Jewish Federations and 20 other Jewish organizations throughout Florida to our Federation campus on June 11-12. The Consulate Consul General Chaim Shacham; Rabbi General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico, and David Steinhardt; Ambassador Ron Prosor; the JCRC of Palm Beach County collaborated Reval Malca, Deputy Consul General of to address issues of vital concern with top-level Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico speakers and in-depth discourse. The Jewish Federations of South Palm Beach County, Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Greater Miami sponsored the event.

Panelists Florida Senator Ellyn Bogdanoff, Florida Federations lobbyist Bernie Friedman, Incoming Federation President & CEO Matthew C. Levin

Ron Prosor, Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, opened the Sunday session with an insider

Candidates Forum Informs Jewish Community Several hundred prospective voters headed to Temple Beth El in Boca Raton on October 16 to hear about issues of concern to the Jewish community, from candidates seeking federal, state, county and local offices. Once again, our JCRC co-sponsored and coordinated this biennial Candidates Forum with the Temple. Our Federation President & CEO Matt Levin moderated the proceedings. Joining the JCRC, the Federation and Temple Beth El as co-sponsors were the American Jewish Committee, Congregation B’nai Torah and Boca Raton Synagogue.

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view to Israel’s relationships and strategies within the United Nations. American-Israeli venture capitalist Jonathan Medved followed with Israel’s “exploding economic growth and opportunities” in business, technologies, medicine and clean energy. Ido Aharoni, Consul General from Israel to New York and Connecticut, presented “Branding Israel,” a new, effective way to advocate on behalf of the state of Israel. Monday’s program included panel discussions on community building, relationships with Christian and Hispanic communities, and working with elected officials.

JCRCs Host Governor Scott for Iran Bill Signing Ceremony

Ellen R. Sarnoff, Federation Chair and Rabbi David Steinhardt, JCRC Chair with Governor Rick Scott as he signs the Financial Institutions Act

Governor Rick Scott visited the Federation campus on June 12 for a ceremonial signing of the Florida Financial Institutions Act, designed to cut financial ties between Florida-chartered banks and Iranian-financed terrorists. He appeared before 150 Jewish leaders from throughout the state prior to the Florida Jewish Symposium’s Day 2 sessions. The bill was the most recent successful prototypical legislative effort to curb Iran’s terrorism. The JCRCs of the Jewish Federations of South Palm Beach County and Palm Beach County sponsored the ceremony, at which the Governor proclaimed, “The State of Florida was the first to impose financial sanctions against Iran. Other states continue to take our lead.”

We are proud to present this important statement that is already increasing civility within our Jewish community. Prepared and signed by a group of committed local rabbis and other key Jewish community leaders, it calls us to strengthen the respectful discourse

so vital to our strength and well-being as a community and as a people. To fulfill our essential communal responsibility to take care of each other, it is incumbent upon each of us – as institutions and as individuals - to learn to live together in a more genteel manner.

Statement on Civility in Public Discourse A Jewish saying states “Derech Eretz Kadmah L’Torah,” proper conduct precedes the Torah. This teaches us that if we hope to appreciate the rest of our tradition’s most noble values, we must begin with Derech Eretz – good and proper conduct. Respectful speaking and listening – an integral part of good conduct – is essential, even in the midst of a heated argument.

We maintain that diversity of opinion is and has been a feature of Jewish tradition as well as American democracy; that a robust and vigorous debate about political and social issues has always been a hallmark of American society; and that respectful listening and speaking is essential to a discussion of ideas and opinions, even when the subject under discussion provokes strong feelings on the part of those engaged in the conversation.

Jewish law and ethics have deep-rooted concerns about the power of words to harm. The Talmud contains countless examples of how to conduct vigorous debate without abusive language, exemplifying the principles of “kavod habriyot” (honoring every human being).

Civility is the guarding of tongue and the rejection of false witness – two commandments that our tradition holds dear.

We call upon our community to always engage in mutual respect, even though we may have widely differing opinions.

We also call upon all persons who purport to be acting on behalf of the Jewish people to exercise civility in their behavior, whether by words or by deeds.

We believe that it is unacceptable to engage in vitriol against people with whom one does not agree. We profess our concern

for the welfare of our community and its people given a notable change in the nature of public expression. We disapprove of those who engage in unscrupulous behavior for selfish reasons in violation of Jewish law, Jewish ethics and Jewish traditions.

Therefore, we specifically endorse the following principles and practices, and call upon our Jewish community to adhere to them: • We commit ourselves, and ask others in our community to commit themselves, to engage in advocacy that is vigorous, but neither personal nor hostile. We shall treat others with decency, honor and respect in our civil discourse, even when we disagree with each other.

• We reject appeals to bigotry, racism and prejudice as well as calls for violence, in public discourse.

• We abhor the (mis)use of Nazi references and symbols as a means of advocacy, for such use is a desecration of the memory of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust.

• We call upon all Jews to adhere to these principles and practices when communicating their views. We deem conduct contrary to these principles as unacceptable and intolerable.

In the year ahead, let us resolve to strengthen our commitment to speak of all matters and to one another with kindness, compassion, fairness and respect. It is only by respecting differences that we can hope to build a working consensus on our shared future.

Rabbi David Baum Congregation Shaarei Kodesh

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg Boca Raton Synagogue

Ellen R. Sarnoff Chair, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Rabbi Jessica Brockman Temple Beth El

Yael Hershfield Interim Regional Director, Anti-Defamation League

Scott Brockman Executive Director, Hillel of Broward & Palm Beach

Rabbi Dan Levin Temple Beth El

Stuart Silver Vice President, Community Planning; Director, Jewish Community Relations Council, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Rabbi Zalman Bukiet Chabad of West Boca Raton

Matt Levin President & CEO, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Rabbi Denburg Chabad of Central Boca Raton Marla Weiss Egers Executive Vice President, Financial Resource Development, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Rachel Miller Director, AJC Palm Beach County Office Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz Director of Development & Associate Rabbi, Congregation B’nai Israel

Rabbi Robert Silvers Congregation B’nai Israel Rabbi David Steinhardt B’nai Torah Congregation; Chair, Jewish Community Relations Council Rabbi Gerald Weiss Am-Ehad

Rabbi David Englander B’nai Torah Congregation

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Jewish Education

Teams Unite EnhancING Professional Practice Day School Leadership Leadership Teams from South Palm Beach County’s four day schools came together on September 67 on the Federation campus for two days of high quality professional development. They trained with Dr. Stefani Hite of the renowned Danielson Group, which seeks to enhance professional practices of educators to positively impact student learning. They took new content and methodologies from the “Four Domains of Teaching by Charlotte Danielson” back to their schools, to incorporate into their teaching and share with their colleagues. The 34 participants included all four Heads-of-Schools: Karen Feller, Donna Klein Jewish Academy; Rabbi Samuel Levine, Hillel Day School; Rabbi Shaya Baumann, Torah Academy; Ora Lee Kanner, Weinbaum Yeshiva High School; 17 principals and administrators; and 13 teachers.

The program was sponsored by the Jack and Harriet Rosenfeld Foundation Program in Jewish Education, University of Miami School of Education, and coordinated by our Federation’s Department of Jewish Education’s School Educational Services and the Day School Head of Schools Council of South Palm Beach County.

Great for Teens by Any Name Jewish Student Connection Jewish Student Connection is proud to announce some exciting changes. Formerly known as Jewish Student Union, JSC is a national non-profit dedicated to establishing non-denominational Jewish clubs in public and secular private high schools. JSC provides teens with the opportunity to explore what “Jewish” means to them personally, and aims to help teens foster proud connections with Jewish culture, with the Jewish people, with Israel and with each other.

With a new name and logo, the school year is off to a great start with 17 clubs at Southeast Florida schools including Atlantic, Boca Raton, West Boca, Olympic Heights and Spanish River high schools - and more to come soon! JSC teens make candy apples for Rosh Hashana, build edible Sukkahs for Sukkot (check out the photo), decorate Shabbat candles, learn about Israel’s geography, explore what Jewish means to them, and connect to different organizations and youth groups throughout the community. For more information, please visit our website www.myjs.org, or contact daniel@myjsc.org.

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Jewish Education

TOGETHER “Teaching Jewish Values through Books and Music” Early Childhood Educators Learn “Teaching Jewish Values through Music and Books” was this year’s fall professional development topic for South Palm Beach County’s Early Childhood educators. On August 20-21, Emily Aronoff Teck presented exciting, interactive workshops at five local Early Childhood centers. She left 183 educators and directors with a wide variety of tools for engaging young children in Jewish living and learning, including whole class choral reading, interactive read alouds, and musical story making. The participating Centers were: Betty and Marvin Zale Early Childhood Learning Center of the Adolph and Rose Levis JCC; Nadel Center for Early Childhood Education, Congregation B’nai Israel; Ruth and Edward Taubman Early Childhood Center, B’nai Torah Congregation; Maurice A. Halperin Torah Tots Early Childhood Center, Chabad of Boca Raton, and Torah Academy’s Early Childhood Center.

The program was sponsored by the Jack and Harriet Rosenfeld Foundation Program in Jewish Education, University of Miami School of Education, and coordinated by our Federation’s Department of Jewish Education’s School Educational Services and the Council of Early Childhood Directors of South Palm Beach County.

Jewish Ethics Institute Congregational & Day School Educators Launch a New Program Fifty of our area’s day school and congregational school educators of middle and high school students came together at the Federation campus on October 24 for “Where Ethics Meets History: A Synthesis of Values, Sacred Texts and the Humanities.” The Inaugural Jewish Educators Ethics Institute featured a four-hour highly interactive, multimedia session.

The program was led by Jan Darsa, Director of Education for the renowned Facing History and Ourselves, a model program that has inspired students and educators, and changed lives by combating racism, anti-Semitism, prejudice and bigotry while nurturing democracy for more than 30 years.

The institute was presented by Facing History and Ourselves and the Jack and Harriet Rosenfeld Foundation Program in Jewish Education at the University of Miami School of Education, in partnership with our Federation’s Department of Jewish Eduction’s School Educational Services and the Orloff Central Agency for Jewish Education.

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Founding Agencies ADOLPH & ROSE LEVIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER 561.852.3200 • www.levisjcc.org Celebrating 30 Years Established in 1983, the Levis JCC provides a broad range of enriching programs and services for individuals of all ages and abilities to meet the diverse needs of its members, the Jewish community and the community at large.

The Levis JCC promotes and enhances Jewish culture, heritage and values through educational, spiritual, social, wellness and recreational programs. From preschool and summer camp, to teen and family activities, from athletics to cultural arts, adult enrichment and special needs programming as well as one of “Boca’s Best” Thrift Shops, the Levis JCC offers something for everyone.

This year, once again, through generous support from donors, our financial assistance program has enabled families in difficult circumstances to continue to send their children to the Levis JCC Betty & Marvin Zale Early Childhood Learning Center as well as our Marleen Forkas Camps.

Also this year, the Levis JCC Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center introduced Arts & Learning Membership, which offers discounted fees on numerous programs, concerts, lectures, courses and special events – all designed to engage and captivate the imagination.

The Sports & Wellness Building has undergone an extensive renovation, making the Levis JCC’s fitness center a bright, vibrant and beautiful place in which to work out and keep fit. The Levis JCC welcomes members and the community at large to come for a tour and to learn more about our exciting and revitalized “home away from home.”

DONNA KLEIN JEWISH ACADEMY (DKJA) 561.852.3300 • www.dkja.org A Very Bright, Growth-filled Year Awaits!

Donna Klein Jewish Academy provides a unique educational experience that emphasizes the importance of Jewish living, learning, and academic achievement. Now in its 34th year as a premier Jewish Day School, the school’s mission is to educate children and the greater DKJA community to be knowledgeable and responsible citizens of the world, committed to Jewish values and lifelong learning. Through DKJA’s Vision, the school will continue to be a model of academic excellence where students celebrate learning, the richness of Jewish life, and Torah values. DKJA’s rigorous college-preparatory curriculum integrates the arts, science, mathematics, Judaic studies, the humanities, and athletics.

DKJA serves approximately 700 students in Junior Kindergarten through twelfth grade.

In the summer of 2012, DKJA proudly announced plans to embark upon an exciting new program to demonstrate the importance of being Shomrei HaAdamah (Guardians of the Earth). The phrase “l’ovdah u’l’shomrah” from Genesis 2:15 summarizes humanity’s responsibility to work/serve and to guard/conserve the Earth. DKJA has embarked upon the cross-curriculum program to reinforce that all must simultaneously work the land and protect the Earth. The curriculum integration aspect of the project encompasses students in all grades, from Junior Kindergartners to High School seniors, under the direction of DKJA Science Department Chair Lauren Jordan, MS, and through the generosity of Benefactors Isaac and Genevieve Menaged, DKJA parents.

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Founding Agencies JEWISH ASSOCIATION FOR RESIDENTIAL CARE (JARC)

561.558.2550 • www.jarcfl.org The Magic of JARC The Jewish Association for Residential Care, a non-sectarian organization, provides group homes, apartments and vocational training for adults with developmental disabilities.

JARC strives to assist each individual in becoming all he or she is capable of being, and we encourage this growth in a caring, nurturing environment. JARC’s mission, in partnership with the families of clients, is to promote independence, dignity and self-respect in order to create more fulfilling lives.

The Leslie Goldberg Memorial Bowling Fundraiser on October 21 drew over 250 clients, families and supporters who came to Strikes in Boca Raton! In addition to bowling, there was a Chinese Auction and a pizza party. JARC clients decided to dedicate the fundraiser to honor Leslie, who passed away on September 10 at age 59 after 22 years as a resident of JARC. JARC’s Creative Expression Drama program is in full swing. The musical chosen for this spring is Peter Pan, which will be performed in Zinman Hall on April 7, 2013. This marks the sixth year that JARC has put on a musical. Led by the Exceptional Theatre Company and countless volunteers, this production is always a smash hit! From the script to song selection, everyone is involved. Every Wednesday, the excitement can be felt throughout the day as everyone prepares for rehearsals. At 3:30 p.m., music is playing and everyone is cheering each other on as each song is rehearsed. When asked where rehearsals are held the only answer can be, “Second star to the left and straight on ‘til morning.”

RUTH RALES JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE (JFS)

561.852.3333 • www.ruthralesjfs.org The Food Pantry at JFS Opens to Meet Rising Needs Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service has been committed to enhancing and improving the quality of life for all members of the community since 1979. JFS offers help, hope and humanity through a comprehensive range of programs and services which support people of all ages and beliefs. With locations in Boca Raton and Delray Beach, JFS offers food and financial assistance, senior services and youth mentoring, counseling and mental health services and many volunteer opportunities.

In response to rising needs for food assistance, JFS has just opened a new food pantry.

The Food Pantry at JFS now occupies a 2,600 square foot warehouse on Congress Avenue in Delray Beach. Between 1996 and 2012, JFS operated the Forster Family Kosher Food Pantry on the Federation campus. Beginning with 35 clients, that program was initiated

by Phyliss and Gerry Golden, Madeline and Eugene Pargh, Elise (z”l) and Moe Samet (z”l), and the Forster family. Today the new pantry provides more than 550 people with biweekly food packages including nonperishable groceries, fresh produce and a challah.

All recipients are first screened by a professional for eligibility. While home deliveries will remain a major focus, the new Pantry offers more choices including a shopping opportunity for those with transportation, affords cost-savings through bulk purchasing and provides a space for bagging and storing the food more efficiently. In addition, the new Pantry has a walk-in produce cooler that will enable JFS to provide more fresh fruit and vegetables to the recipients.

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Other LOCAL BENEFICIARIES Adolph and Rose Levis Alzheimer & Adult Day Care

561.558.2510 • www.maevolen.com This full-time weekday program operated by the Volen Center serves those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and provides caregivers with much needed respite. A caring staff leads daily participants in enriching mental and physical activities and provides a stimulating entertainment.

Breakfast and lunch are served. A support group is also offered for caregivers.

BBYO GOLD COAST REGION • 954.252.1912 • www.goldcoastbbyo.org Continuing to grow and thrive, Gold Coast BBYO is on track to engage over 1,000 Jewish teens throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties this year! Jewish teens in 6th-12th grade and those who care about them are all encouraged to check out the upcoming programs and events. BBYO programming focuses on leadership development, social activities, community service and social action that build a teen’s Jewish identity. PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: On Sunday, October 14, more than 30 Jewish teens in 6th-8th grade came together at a first-ever middle school event. The BBYO Connect Luau Kickoff party was a huge “splash” amongst the participants, who traveled from across Broward and Palm Beach Counties to come together at Ross JCC in Boynton Beach.

For more information on upcoming middle school and high school BBYO activities, please call the BBYO regional office at 954-252-1912.

FEDERATION TRANSPORTATION SERVICES • 561.852.3280 • www.jewishboca.org Federation Transportation Services, Inc., (FTS), was established in 1993 to respond to the overwhelming demand in South Palm Beach County for transportation services for the elderly and disabled in our community. Our organization services the continuing and growing need for transportation visits to get to medical and life sustaining activities such as doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, pharmacies and local congregate hot meal sites when families cannot provide assistance. FTS provides buses, vans and cars for fixed route, door to door and curbside service.

The majority of the fleet is wheelchair accessible. Financial assistance is available based on each client’s eligibility to qualify for government programs. For more information please contact the FTS office.

HILLEL DAY SCHOOL OF BOCA RATON • 561.470.5000 • www.hilleldayschool.org

Aunt Jessie’s Playground Opens for Play Hillel Day School of Boca Raton is a modern Orthodox Jewish Day School committed to excellence in Torah and secular studies. On September 23, 2012, the school held its grand opening of Aunt Jessie’s Playground, a state-of-the-art, multi-functional, play facility for its Early Childhood and Lower School (K-4th grade) students. Over 300 students now enjoy the 15,000 sq. ft. playground’s water-play area, basketball courts, bounce rings, snail riders, rock climbing walls, bike path and much more. The school aims to expand its Early Childhood Program, and also open a summer camp for the first time in June 2013. The Playground Campaign, led by Chayim Dimont, Lower School Principal, and Rachel Tripp, Hillel parent and Board Member, rallied the community. Over 70 parents and grandparents stepped up to quickly raise more than $150,000, adding to an anonymous $100,000 gift.

Hillel Day School provides over $1.5 million in scholarships to families in need.

HILLEL OF BROWARD AND PALM BEACH • 561.297.4100 • www.hillelcenter.org Recently, Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach hosted their 2nd Annual FAU Leadership Dinner. At this dinner, Hillel hosted Jewish and non-Jewish campus leaders to educate them about the importance of the US-Israel relationship. This year, Hillel’s keynote speakers were the Honorable Jeff Atwater, Chief Financial Officer of the State of Florida and Chaim Shacham, the Consul General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico. After the event CFO Atwater said, “On Thursday, I had the honor of speaking at the Leadership Dinner on US-Israeli relations sponsored by Florida Atlantic University Hillel and Owls for Israel. FAU Hillel and Owls for Israel are tremendous organizations that aim to celebrate and promote the Jewish identity at FAU. It was truly humbling to be among students with such a great passion for their culture and religion.”

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Other LOCAL BENEFICIARIES KOSHER KONNECTION • 561.495.8808 • www.maevolen.com This hot kosher meal program is one of seven senior dining sites operated by the Volen Center.

Providing meals five days a week to seniors 60 and over and funded by the Older Americans Act, this kosher dining site offers much-needed opportunities for socializing. Volen Center staff and volunteers provided by the Jewish Federation welcome seniors daily, providing nutrition education, activities, and opportunities to meet new friends. The Volen Center also provides no-cost transportation to and from its dining sites.

TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON • 561.347.1821 • www.torahacademybr.org Northern Campus: 447 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton Southern Campus: 3881 NW 3rd Avenue, Boca Raton Torah Academy opened its doors this school year with the addition of a new campus! The original, or Northern Campus, is home to the Elementary School and vibrant, new Girl’s Middle School, while the Southern Campus (just 300 yards up the block!) houses the Pre-School and Boy’s Middle School. With 62 new students joining TABR’s roster for the 2012-2013 school year, for a total of 252 students, the new campus is a welcomed blessing. The new facility houses two independent buildings. The dedicated PreSchool building contains all of the bells and whistles including spacious, canopied playgrounds, lovely garden areas and large, open classrooms. The second building comprises the school’s bustling, Beis Medrash, Boy’s Middle School and the school’s financial offices. Torah Academy’s mission to instill Torah values and Jewish unity via a challenging, cutting edge educational curriculum is being achieved in more spacious and comfortable surrounds this year!

WEINBERG AND GOULD HOUSE • 561.470.5000 Residents and staff of the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg House and the Shirley H. Gould House, buildings which serve the low-income elderly and/or mobility impaired of the community, are celebrating the 100th birthday of one of our residents. These two facilities, totaling 206 apartments, are located in Boca Raton on the Federation Campus, and are primarily funded through HUD programs. Residents have their own private apartments with balconies set in garden surroundings with affordable rents. Through partnerships with the Federation’s beneficiary agencies, residents have access to a wide range of services and programs including health management, socialization, recreation, immigration and English classes, intergenerational activities, computer and internet training, volunteer opportunities, meals and transportation. We are proud of the recent renovations at the Shirley H. Gould House. Due to the shortage of affordable housing and the demographics, there is an extensive waiting list.

WEINBAUM YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL • 561.470.5000 • www.wysh.net Weinbaum Yeshiva High School provides 260 students with the inspiration to make a life-long commitment to Jewish values, learning and observance through the prism of Torah – all within an excellent college and yeshiva preparatory program and full array of extracurricular activities. On October 17, WYHS students participated in various community service opportunities throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties. This Chesed Day exposed students to new organizations and gave them a truly hands-on opportunity for community service. They visited JARC or Twin Palms where they worked with adults with developmental disabilities, Feeding South Florida to sort and package food, Paint Your Heart Out where they painted an elderly woman’s home, and Habitat for Humanity to assist with construction of a house. Students truly enjoyed participating in the incredibly inspirational afternoon. Feeling they were making a real difference in others’ lives, they are motivated to help even more with those in need.

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Synagogue Updates B’NAI TORAH CONGREGATION (C)

6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton • 561.392.8566 • www.bnai-torah.org Holiday University 2012 B’nai Torah Congregation presented Holiday University on September 9, featuring activities for 300 children and adults ages 0-100. Parents and children learned about the holidays in a fun and exciting way. The fall holiday-themed workshops covered preparing a vegan Rosh Hashanah dinner, preparing side dishes kids love, how to build a sukkah, how the Torah is written, how to create a Jewish baby book of memories, singing with Cantor Steve, celebrating Sukkot around the world and much more.

BOCA RATON SYNAGOGUE (O)

7900 Montoya Circle, Boca Raton • 561.394.0394 • www.brsonline.org Boca Raton Synagogue is excited to announce a new class, “People of The Book.”

Explore the Words of Judaism’s Greatest Authors. Discover their Monumental Works, the Stories Behind Them, and Their Lasting Impact, One Book at a Time. At BRS on Tuesday evenings from November 20 - March 19, 8:00 - 9:30 pm. $75 for BRS members, $100 for non-members. To register or for more information, please contact Rabbi Philip Moskowitz at 561.394.0394 or rpm@brsonline.org Chabad of East Boca (o)

561.417.7797 • www.ChabadBocaBeaches.com Chabad of East Boca created its own slice of local history last year, opening the Boca Raton Rabbinical College - a first for Palm Beach County. Twelve Rabbis trained and ordained in Boca graduated last June and another twelve are slated to graduate in 2013.

The college also offers community programs like “Yeshiva Nights” one-on-one study sessions and “My Big Chaver” tutoring and mentoring for local youth, adding to the plethora of Chabad’s educational, social and cultural activities.

CONGREGATION BETH ADAM, South Florida Center for Humanistic Judaism (H)

PO Box 2579, Boca Raton • 561.443.1769 • www.bethadam.com A Picnic with Marshmallows, No Ants and No Rain. When you mix Bocce Ball, horse shoes, basketball, toasting marshmallows, hamburgers, salads and music, you have a wonderful picnic. It was one of those happy occasions that was memorable for the children and all the members. The day began with sukkah building, followed by cooking, conversation and games. Some parents spoke of their appreciation for the school environment and the teaching of Jewish history and culture.

CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL (R)

2200 Yamato Rd., Boca Raton • 561.241.8118 • www.cbiboca.org CBI introduces Soul Café, the newest late night hangout. Everyone is invited to enjoy spiritually-based music featuring Cantor Stephanie Shore and the Acoushtiks on December 14. The $10 admission includes a light bite to eat, coffee and time to unwind with friends. Register online at www.cbiboca.org/soulcafe.

CONGREGATION SHAAREI KODESH (C)

19785 Hampton Dr., Boca Raton • 561.852.6555 • http://shaareikodesh.org Shaarei Kodesh extends an invitation to some of their unique programs. “First Shabbats” is a fun and interactive Shabbat experience geared toward families with babies to 2nd graders free and open to the public, but the memories are priceless. Call for date, time, location. What Would Moses Do? for adults explores the Jewish take on contemporary issues such as gun control, sex, and the economy, on Nov. 28, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. Call for details!

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Synagogue Updates CONGREGATION SHIRAT SHALOM (R) PO Box 971142, Boca Raton • 561.488.8079 • www.shiratshalom.org Pet Meet and Greet Congregation Shirat Shalom pets brought their humans to the park in celebration of Pet Naming Day! Rabbi David gave each pet a Hebrew or Yiddish name along with a naming certificate. Zorro the greyhound, pictured here, received the Hebrew name Mahir which means fast in Hebrew as he runs very quickly! All the pets were very excited to receive their names and especially enjoyed the food treats afterwards!

Congregation Torah Ohr (O) 19146 Lyons Road, Boca Raton • 561.479.4049 The Congregation is pleased to announce the appointment of Rabbi Benjamin S. Yasgur.

Ordained by Yeshiva University, Rabbi Yasgur is a distinguished Jewish communal leader, most recently as longtime Principal of the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County, a leading Long Island Jewish Day School. He previously served as Rabbi of Congregation Beth Tefillah in Paramus, NJ, and was Founding Director of the Central Agency for Jewish Education in Northern New Jersey. Visit the website for classes and event listings.

KOL AMI (RC)

2601 St. Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton • 561.392.0696 • www.kolami-bocaraton.org On Saturday, Jan. 5 at 7:30 pm, Palm Beach County’s only Reconstructionist Congregation will present Rabbi Bob Alper, “the world’s only practicing clergyman doing stand-up comedy ... intentionally!” Be prepared for 90 minutes of non-stop laughter, with a program that’s fastpaced, 100% clean, intelligent and hilarious. Multiple ticket levels range from $22 for general admission to $250 for priority seating, a champagne reception and an autographed copy of Rabbi Alper’s “A Rabbi Confesses.” Call for information and reservations.

TEMPLE BETH EL OF BOCA RATON (R)

333 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton • 561.391.8900 • www.tbeboca.org Temple Beth El will celebrate“Chanukah Under the Stars” at Mizner Park Amphitheater on Friday, December 14. They’ll light Chanukah and Shabbat candles, share breathtaking melodies and an inspirational service, connect with the community and support Ruth Rales JFS & The Giving Tree of TBE. 5:00 pm - gourmet food trucks, kids’ activity area, Chanukah songs; 7:30 pm - service and musical celebration led by TBE clergy, choirs and professional musicians. FREE and open to the community.

TEMPLE BETH SHALOM (C)

19140 Lyons Road, Boca Raton • 561.483.5557 Temple Beth Shalom proudly announces the hiring of Cantor Sagee Goldenholz as Cantor, Isidore Lederman as Bal Korah, and Fran Goldenberg as Choir Director. For information about the Temple’s health lecture series, Health Fairs and Sisterhood Bazaars, Thanksgiving Dinner, and a joyous Chanukah celebration on December 12 with entertainment by the Al Matos Klezmer Band, call the Temple office. All events are open to the community. Daily services are at 8:30 am and 5 pm.

TEMPLE EMETH (C)

5780 West Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach • 561.498.3536 • www.temple-emeth.org Temple Emeth welcomes dynamic new clergy, Rabbi Gerald Zelermyer and Cantor Stephen Texon, who assumed their positions with experience, energy and enthusiasm.

Temple Emeth has also enthusiastically embarked on an active schedule of events, including an Arts & Crafts Fair Plant & Produce Sale on Nov. 18 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sisterhood’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 22, and a New Year’s Eve party on Dec. 31. For further information call the Temple.

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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT Deepest thanks to Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC; Proskauer; and Steinberg Global Asset Management, LTD for their ongoing generous corporate sponsorship of our Federation’s King David Society (KDS) and Major Gifts Programs.

Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC (MBAF) is the 36th largest certified public accounting firm in the nation. For 17 years, INSIDE Public Accounting’s Best of the Best list has ranked MBAF as one of the top 50 performing firms nationally. More than 400 highly-qualified professionals serve MBAF’s clients in more than 44 countries and all 50 states. MBAF remains deeply committed to the Jewish Federation and its agencies. For more information, please contact Marjorie Horwin at 561.909.2100.

Proskauer is a global law firm with more than 700 lawyers providing a wide variety of legal services to clients worldwide. Proskauer is committed to its motto of “Doing well, by doing good.” Proskauer’s Boca Raton office is proud to partner with the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County and to help make a difference in the communities where we live and work. For information, contact Al Gortz or David Pratt at 561.241.7400. www.proskauer.com

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L-R: Al Gortz, Proskauer; Richard Steinberg, Steinberg Global; Ed Smith, MBAF; Marjorie Horwin, MBAF; David Pratt, Proskauer; Ken Pritzker, Steinberg Global

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FALL ENROLLMENT FOR THE FLORENCE MELTON ADULT MINI SCHOOL IS NOW OPEN! Give us two hours a week and we’ll give you more than 5,000 years of Jewish history, culture and heritage. You will also enjoy lively discussion and a stimulating learning environment at the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School in Boca Raton. Our expertly crafted two-year curriculum (30 weeks per year) was created by the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. There is no homework, no grades and no exams. The only prerequisite is a commitment to learn.

Both morning and evening programs are available at locations in South Palm Beach County. “Graduate” courses are also offered.

For details, contact 561.852.6050 or barbarak@bocafed.org or visit www.jewishboca.org/melton

South Florida Center for Humanistic Judaism

Regain your Jewish heritage. Come and discover Humanistic Judaism.

We stress personal responsibility, the importance of the modern family, and being a member of the Jewish community.

Awareness of our Jewish Heritage, traditions, ethics and morality are the values we hold most dear.

Join us Monday, March 25th at 5:30 pm for our Passover Seder. It will be held at the Delray Beach Golf Club. Everyone is welcome!

We are Here For You. Come for your mind...stay for your heart.

Services Conducted By: BJ Saul, Ceremonial Leader Commentary By: Rabbi Jeffrey Falick, Rabbinical Advisor For information, contact 561.443.1769 or visit www.bethadam.com.

For information concerning Beth Adam membership contact Lila Landy at 561-394-7000 or Diane Tuschman at 561-488-5559 55 CHAILIFE

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