Toledo Jewish News May 2016 by Toledo Jewish News

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Yom HaShoah Community-wide Observance In observance of Yom Hashoah Holocaust Remembrance Day, The Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center of Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo presents May 1, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. Temple Shomer Emunim 6453 Sylvania Ave. I Never Saw Another Butterfly, by Celeste Raspanti, is a one-act play based on the true story of a Holocaust survivor from Terezin and the children she taught who lived in Theresienstadt, a concentration camp established by the Nazi SS during World War II. The original book is named after a poem by Pavel Friedman, a young man born in 1921 who was incarcerated at Theresienstadt and was later killed at Auschwitz. The play will include performances by Religious School students.

Rosenwald Q&A with writer/director Aviva Kempner Monday, May 2 at 7 p.m.

Maumee Indoor Theater Running time: 100 minutes | English $5 per person Director Aviva Kempner will join us at this screening of her film, Rosenwald, An incredible and uplifting story of how Julius Rosenwald partnered with Booker T. Washington and African-American communities to build more than 5,400 schools in the Jim Crow south. Inspired by the Jewish ideals of tzedakah (charity) and tikkun olam (repairing the world) and a deep concern over racial inequality in America, Julius Rosenwald used his wealth to become one of America’s most effective philanthropists. Aviva Kempner Director, Writer, Producer Aviva Kempner films celebrate the untold stories of Jewish heroes. She conceived of and produced Partisans of Vilna, a documentary on Jewish resistance against the Nazis, produced and directed Peabody-winning and Emmy nominated The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg, about the Jewish slugger who fought anti-Semitism in the 1930’s and 40’s, and produced and directed Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg, a humorous and eye-opening story of television pioneer Gertrude Berg. See additional Festival information on page 8

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Toledo Jewish News

Dear Jewish Toledo A note from your CEO

Volume 64 No. 8 • 24 pages

(ISSN 0040-9081) Toledo Jewish News is published 11 times per year, by Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo, 6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560. Toledo Jewish News invites correspondence on subjects of interest to the Jewish community, but disclaims responsibility for any endorsement of the views expressed by the writers. All submissions become the property of Toledo Jewish News. Submissions will be edited for accuracy, brevity and clarity and are subject to verification. Toledo Jewish News reserves the right to refuse any submissions. Toledo Jewish News does not guarantee the kashrut of any of its advertisers.

Since its inception, the Toledo Jewish Film Festival, currently in it's 4th year, has shown an incredible aray of thought provoking, emotional and sometimes humorous films from some of the very best independent film directors and froducers. This year is no different and with two films already screened to large audiences, I ask you to keep supporting this amazing community program. We are proud that the same Jewish films that are being screened in NY, Atlanta and LA are being screened in our community. Of course, these festivals do not happen in a vacuum. A team of highly dedicated volunteers have spent hours reviewing and selecting this years Films. I would like to thank Hallie Freed, Janet Rogolsky, Deborah Norin-Kuehn, and Judy Weinberg for their hard work and commitment in making Jewish Toledo and richer and more wonderful experience.

Joel Marcovitch, CEO

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Community Yom HaShoah event Toledo Jewish Film Festival: Rosenwald PJ Playdates: Mom's Day! Toledo Jewish Film Festival & Yom Ha'Atzmaut: Israeli Cuisine Yom HaZikaron program High School Senior College Night Trapped Toledo Masterpiece in Me Toledo Jewish Film Festival: Dough Your Toledo Zoo with You PJ Playdates Annual Anniversary Luncheon Celebrating 11 Years! Rolling with YJT Women's Shalom Hour: Copper Moon PJ Playdates: Dad's Day! YJT Fridays: Calvino's Out and About: Henry Ford & The Beatles Israel Bonds Reception honoring Joel & Linda Beren JFGT Annual Meeting Mud Hens Game: Hensville PJ Playdates: Wacky Wet Day! YJT Fridays: TBD Jewish Art Festival

Jewish Community Relations Council 1 Department of Jewish Programs 1 Department of Jewish Programs 14 Department of Jewish Programs 1 Jewish Community Relations Council 4 Department of Jewish Programs 13 Young Jewish Toledo 12 Gan Yeladim Preschool 21 Department of Jewish Programs 8 Seniors 10 Department of Jewish Programs 14 Seniors 10 Department of Jewish Programs 12 Campaign 4 Department of Jewish Programs 14 Department of Jewish Programs 12 Seniors 10 Community (More information in June edition) Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo 4 Maimonides and Cardozo 4 Department of Jewish Programs 14 Department of Jewish Programs 12 Department of Jewish Programs 2

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Yom HaZikaron

Yom HaZikaron is Israel’s Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorist attacks.

Wednesday May 11, 2016 7 p.m. Temple Shomer Emunim 6453 Sylvania Avenue

Shlomo Haviv was born (1956) in Jerusalem to parents who made aliyah to Israel from Istanbul, Turkey in 1948. During his childhood he grew up in Jerusalem. Haviv served in the Israeli Air Force as a fighter pilot, senior Flight Leader and Commander from 1973-1990. During his service he has flown over 5,000 hours and Featuring Shlomo Haviv 95+ combat missions. He also had worked for the Israeli Shin Bet in an antiterrorism role. Shlomo is Founder & CEO (owner) of In Accord Technologies Inc. He resides in Ottawa, OH, with his wife Amanda and their children.

Toledo Jewish Community Foundation

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Fleurtations

Holly Toledo! It's time once again to thank members of our phlox who keep our wintergreen and bestow us with marigold in support of our Jewish Community Foundation. Those who rose to the occasion are not our immediate concern. It's a thorny issue as to how to appeal to the Wandering Jews who have not yet found the willow or the way to make a lifetime gift or bequest to or set up some fund or trust with the Foundation.

We're not going to get down on bended peonies with a bleeding heart speech. Rather we'd like to plant the seed that from the time you take your first baby's breath until the day you crocus, the Foundation is a dandelion place to consider for estate and tax planning. Whether or not you've made a mint or are rolling in clover, you can earn your laurels with a gift large or small. We'd be happy to shower you with morning glory, so please ... Forget-Us-Not!

6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, OH 43560 For more information or assistance in planning and charitable giving call: Arleen R. Levine, Executive Director at 419.724.0355

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Jewish Family Service Congratulations Harry!

Thanks to all …

Congratulations to Friendly Visitor Harry Schulman who received the 2016 Medical Mutual Outstanding Senior Volunteer Honorable Mention Award last month at a special banquet honoring senior volunteers in Northwest Ohio for their exemplary community volunteer service. Harry has been a JFS Friendly Visitor for eleven years to several Jewish men and women residing within our community. Not only has he provided them with much needed companionship and socialization but has also served as a vital link to the

Thanks to everyone in the community who made donations to the JFS Passover drive which focused on paper and personal care products. We also appreciated the help of those who took time to organize these products in the JFS Food Pantry.

Jewish community and to the outside world. His friendship and caring nature have helped to enhance the lives of many of our clients. Harry has also been extremely giving of his time to ensure the success of many synagogue and Federation functions. For his faithful dedication and commitment to Jewish Family Service and to the Jewish community, JFS extends a huge thank you to Harry for everything he has done and continues to do.

Calling all computer whizzes! Become part of the Music & Memory movement

No age requirement, just a desire to help elderly individuals recall pleasant memories by downloading some of their favorite songs onto an iPod shuffle. Flexible hours. Nice working conditions. If you or a family member, friend, or classmate would like to perform a wonderful mitzvah, please contact Barbara Levison at 419-724-0407 or barbara@JewishToledo.org.

Donate to the JFS Music & Memory program

Rabbi Yaakov Lasson, Program Director for Etz Chayim, delivering macaroni for the JFS Food Pantry

JFS Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Lucas Podolsky, whose Bar Mitzvah is April 16, donated a brand new iPod Shuffle for the JFS Music & Memory program. Parents, if you have a son or daughter whose bar or bat mitzvah is this year, we encourage them to consider collecting new or used iPod Shuffles, headphones, or iTunes cards as their special Bar or Bat Mitzvah project. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Barbara Levison at 419-724-0407.

Events made extra special with mitzvah baskets Does your son or daughter have a bar or bat mitzvah coming up this year? If so, have you been thinking about what kind of centerpieces you want for the special occasion? Well, ponder no more! Consider renting attractive JFS mitzvah baskets while supporting the Jewish Family Service Food Pantry at the same time. These beautifully wrapped wicker baskets are filled with packaged items representing our Food Pantry. Baskets are decorated with ribbons and bows in your choice of colors. They make a real splash and have been very popular. JFS also includes tent cards acknowledging the name of the person who is being honored and an explanation of the Mitzvah Basket.

A reasonable tax deductible “rental fee” structure allows several choices in order to accommodate your budget. Your “rental fee” enables Jewish Family Service to purchase critically needed food and personal care items for our Food Pantry to assist families who desperately need our help. Ordering Mitzvah Baskets from Jewish Family Service will help to relieve you of time consuming details and will put your mind at ease. We will take care of all the arrangements including delivery of your baskets to any one of the three synagogues. A lead time of four to six weeks is desired. For more information, please contact Barbara Levison, Jewish Family Service, at barbara@ JewishToledo.org or 419-724-0407.

JFS volunteers and staff at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held at Oakleaf Village

April was National Volunteer Month and so it was only fitting that Jewish Family Service honor and recognize all of its volunteers last month at a special Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held at Oakleaf Village of Toledo. Many thanks goes out to Dena Marvin and Susan Sanderson, both Marketing Directors for Oakleaf Village, who assisted Barbara Levison, JFS Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, in arranging the lovely get together. Joel Marcovitch, CEO, praised the volunteers for the important work that they do on behalf of the Jewish community and emphasized how much the staff at Jewish Family Service appreciates them. As a result of all of our volunteers’ efforts, many more individuals have been able to be served through our many programs such as Friendly Visitor, Patient Advocate, Food Pantry, Miztvah Baskets, and Music & Memory. Also present to express their thanks to the volunteers were Nancy Newbury LISW, Executive Director; Deb Damschroder LSW, Support Services Coordinator; and Liz Witter LSW, Patient Advocate Coordinator.

Senior News

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Free services and events at the

Don't miss out on the sounds of the season

TOP 10 JFS SENIOR ADULT CENTER FACTS: 1 The JFS Senior Adult center is open to anyone 60 and older 2 The JFS Senior Adult Center offers wonderful classes at NO CHARGE to participants 3 Transportation services for grocery store and banks are FREE 4 Outings include mystery lunches, day trips and much more 5 Wellness checks are provided weekly – FREE 6 Informative presenters speak regularly 7 Laughter is contagious 8 Assistance is available for Golden Buckeye Card applications 9 Community is a focal point 10

Participants meet, mix and mingle regularly

Mondays Wellness Checks 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Have a registered nurse from Senior Independence help you keep your blood pressure and sugar under control with a FREE weekly check! Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Prime Movers 11 a.m. – Noon Prime Movers is a basic all around strength and movement class. A mix of cardio, strength and flexibility. All levels welcome. Walk-ins welcome. Mondays Drumming 1 – 2 p.m. Any fitness level, anyone can do this! Come give it a try and be your own rock star! Tuesdays (dates and explanations below) Craft Time 1 – 2:30 p.m. Come create, socialize and have fun in a no judgement zone. All skill levels are welcome. Please call Emily Harel at 419-531-2119 #2 or sign up in the lobby one week before the event, and please arrive promptly at 1 p.m. for instructions! Banded Boxes This technique is based on the band boxes popular in the 19th century. The elegant box will complement a special gift or hold valuable knickknacks. In fact, a well-made and decorated oval box is a beautiful gift itself. Tuesday, April 19: Construction This is part 1 of April’s craft. On this day we will be cutting and putting together the physical boxes. Tuesday, April 26: Decorating Part 2 is when we get to personalize your box! You can use decoupage with colorful tissue paper or use it with your own pictures or newsletter clippings, or simply paint or use colorful tape to make your box unique! Wednesdays Balance Class 1 – 2 p.m. Take your workout to the next level and focus on your core and balance. Wednesdays Art Class 2 -4 p.m. From sketching to oils to water colors you’re in charge of your project. No assignments. Work with the instructor to create a one of a kind piece of work. Fridays Poker Group 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Poker players needed! Nickel and dime games. To use any of the above services, just fill out a simple and quick Client Registration Form. To learn more about the JFS Senior Adult Center, call 419-531-2119 or visit JewishToledo.org. The JFS Senior Adult Center is supported by the Area Office on Aging, the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo and Jewish Seniors Services Supporting Organization.

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Toledo Jewish Film Festival Dough: The final installment of the 2016 Toledo Jewish Film Festival Dough

Monday, May 16 at 7 p.m. Maumee Indoor Theater

Papparazzi at the 4TH Annual Jewish Film Festival: The Art Dealer and Once in a Lifetime Opening night of the Film Festival kicked off with over 80 community members in attendance. Film enthusiasts could walk the red carpet and get their picture taken, dine on the delicious popcorn bar and enjoy the film The Art Dealer.

Running time: 94 minutes English $5 per person Jonathan Pryce stars as an old Jewish baker whose faltering business is inadvertently saved by his young Muslim apprentice in the British dramedy, Dough. The Muslim boy assists with the bakery’s daily chores, while selling cannabis on the side to help his struggling mother make ends meet. When Ayyash one day accidently drops his stash into the dough, the challah starts flying off the shelf, and an unlikely friendship forms between the old Jewish baker and his young Muslim apprentice.

Sue Dessner, Madge Levinson, and William Schachner

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Bill and Carol Richman, Ann and Howard Rosenbaum

Janet Rogolsky

Nancy Ravin, Diane Phillips, and Stacey Kripke

Stephanie Shaulskiy, Erin Marcovitch & Rebecca Freedman

Lined up for tickets to Once in a Lifetime

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Local News Date change for Historical Society meeting The Toledo Jewish Historical Society meeting, previously scheduled for May 2, has been changed to May 17 at 5 p.m. By Lynn Balshone Jacobs While you have been hibernating in Toledo or escaping to warmer climes this Winter, an exciting new project has been emerging for our Toledo Jewish community. Wherever you been, I have wasted too many good hours in desperately seeking help for a malfunctioning digital device waiting endlessly on the phone or in person at a service center. I have a hunch I may be unfortunately speaking for you also! During these same months , how many times have you thought wistfully of your children, grandchildren and other cherished family members ,too far away to enjoy each other’s company in person? Missed opportunities to share old memories and create new memories can never be recovered. So, how would you like to turn digital frustrations on their head while at the same time preserving memories and creating new ones as your legacy for all the generations to come? No, it’s NOT too good to be true! With YOUR help, these worries will be over – forever! Soon available for sale will be a hardcover edition of the 2008 newsprint edition of “The History of the Toledo Jewish Community, 1895-2006, initiated by amateur Toledo Jew-

ish historians Stan Odesky, Marvin Jacobs, and Erwin Katz, and written by David Noel, local author and former manager of the Local History department at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library(TLCPL). This initial publication was underwritten with a grant by the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. The Toledo Jewish community has been offered a unique collaboration with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library System (TLCPL)! The professional staff of the Main Branch Local History/Genealogy Department has offered to work with our Historical Society to permanently preserve, archive, and digitize records, photographs and other memorabilia of our Jewish institutions and organizations! Finally, the Library System can create a permanent link on its own website for much of our archived material, including Oral Histories past and future. With YOUR participation , these projects and any other suggestions YOU are willing to pursue, can happen! If you are interested in attending the initial meeting of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Toledo to learn about this exciting project , please join us on Monday evening, May 17, 2016, at 5 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Federation offices in the JCC-YMCA building, 6465 W. Sylvania Avenue. Kindly RSVP to Lynn at 419-351-5719 or lbjacobs82@gmail.com

Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo Request for Nominees for Board of Directors Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo is accepting nominations for tthe JFGT board and for affiliated agencies and boards including: Jewish Family Service, Toledo Jewish Community Foundation, Toledo Board of Jewish Education, Toledo Hillel, Department of Jewish Programs and the Jewish Community Relations Council. Nominations maybe made by contacting Joel Marcovitch at JFGT, 6465 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, OH 43560.

A History of the Toledo Jewish Community 1895-2006 The new hardbound edition is now available for sale now in the Temple Shomer Emunim, Congregation B'nai Israel and Congregation Etz Chayim Gift Shops! Also available in the Gift Shop of the Main Branch, Toledo Lucas County Public Library, downtown. $20 (hardbound edition)

Just in time for Spring milestone gift-giving events is the hardcover publication of "The History of the Toledo Jewish Community: 1895-2006". It is available to purchase for $20 in the Gift Shops at Congregation Etz Chaim, Congregation B'nai Israel and Temple Shomer Emunim, as well as, the gift store at the Main Branch, Toledo Lucas County Public Library. Mail orders may be arranged through the gift shop. This beautiful hardcover edition of the history of Jewish Toledo was initiated by amateur Toledo Jewish historians Stan Odesky, Marvin Jacobs, and Erwin Katz, and written by David Noel, local author and former manager of the Local History department at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library(TLCPL). This initial publication was underwritten with a grant by the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo.

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Senior News

The Senior Adult Center and Senior Adult Programs of the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo are open to all who are 60 years old and above and are supported in part through your campaign dollars and through a generous grant from the Jewish Senior Services Supporting Organization. All events are part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo and occasionally take place at the various synagogues. Please note registration deadlines for all programs! To register for a Jewish Federation Senior Program, please call 419-531-2119 #2 or email registration@jewishtoledo.org. For questions about a program, please call René Rusgo at 419-531-2119 #1 or rene@JewishToledo.org TUESDAY, MAY 17 Your Toledo Zoo with You! 9 a.m.: Depart Federation Campus, 6465 Sylvania Avenue 4 p.m.: Return to the Federation $35 per person (includes transportation, private tours and encounters and lunch) We will venture to the best zoo in the United States (as voted by USA Today). Prepare for a unique and different experience at the zoo and the new aquarium personalized just for us. Before the zoo opens, we will start with a private, behind and in front of the scenes tour of the new aquarium. We will touch and feed the animals in the pacific reef aquarium. We will see an animal show, then enjoy a catered lunch just for us at the Lodge, and there we will have an interactive animal demonstration brought to us! We will have time in the African safari and ride the train, and you will have free time to journey throughout the rest of the zoo. This is a not to be missed day of fun and new experiences just for YOU at YOUR Toledo Zoo! This outing has moderate walking/standing, and could include a few flights of stairs and/ or uneven terrain. Registration and payment required by Friday May 6. Limited Seats.

THURSDAY, JUNE 2 Annual Anniversary Luncheon Celebrating 11 Years! Noon Congregation B’nai Israel, 6525 Sylvania Avenue $5 per person (includes lunch and entertainment) Get your friends and family together for an afternoon of visiting and delightful time together. Sit back and relax and let us offer a delicious luncheon with exceptional entertainment and a gourmet plated lunch that will tingle taste buds. This not-to-bemissed event is always the talk of the town, so register early and be sure to call your friends to join you! The New Fashioned is a breath of fresh air to both pop & jazz music, bringing the traditional styles and articulation of jazz, blues, swing, and rock 'n' roll to the forefront of mainstream pop. The goal is to bridge the gap of generations by combining the gritty shadows of old speakeasies with the high-energy neon dance clubs of today. Registration and payment required by Monday, May 23.

MISC:

To help us better plan for our programs and events, we ask that you make payment at the time of your registration. No confirmations will be mailed, your credit card charge or canceled check will serve as your confirmation! Please fill out an Emergency Contact Form if you will be traveling with us and have not done so.

Did you know ... you can view and read the JFS Senior Adult Center Newsletter online? Visit www.jewishtoledo.org and click on "Seniors" to find a link for the current issue.

WANTED:

Poker players to join the game! Men or women welcome Fridays 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. JFS Senior Adult Center, 2700 Pelham Road Questions? Call René Rusgo 419-531-2119 #1

$45.00 per person – includes transportation, tastings & snacks at all wineries, lunch & bus snacks Registration and Payment required by Friday, June 3 Ohio is a wine lover’s haven. Ohioans have been comYOUR CAMPAIGN GIFTS AT WORK mercially growing grapes since the early 1800s. Today, the state’s winemakers continue the tradition of crafting high $45 per person (includes transportation, guided Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant Lunch Matinee quality wines. Each year, more than 200 licensed Ohio wine museum tour, lunch at Michigan Café at Henry Ford, manufactures pump over $786 million into the economy! Show – Dean Martin and Friends & Shopping at The Magical History Tour and bus snacks) Frankenmuth Let’s help our economy grow as we explore just 4 of Join us for a fun day up north as we visit The Henry WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 our Lake Erie Shores Wineries. We will enjoy a tour of Ford Museum with 26 million artifacts and over 300 8:15 a.m. Depart from the Federation Campus, Firelands Winery, you will see firsthand how their wine is years of history! See JFK’s Presidential Bus, President 6465 Sylvania Avenue made. From the tour balcony you have a clear view of the Lincoln’s Chair, the bus that Rosa Park rode on and so 6:30 p.m. (estimated): Return to the Federation cellars, bottling room, champagne cellars, and warehouse. much more (this is a guided walking tour). Then we will You will be able to see and experience an authentic workCampus see The Magical History Tour – A Beatles Memorabilia ing winery. Firelands is a premier winery both locally and $45 per person (includes transportation, lunch Exhibition (its first stop in the states!). matinee show at Bavarian Inn Restaurant and bus within the state of Ohio! Going east to the Paper Moon This outing has significant walking/standing. snacks) Vineyards. Registration and payment required by Join us for a trip north to little Bavaria for a day of Paper Moon sits on 50 acres of cleared and wooded Friday, June 3. delight and nostalgia. Impersonating Dean Martin land just west of the Vermilion River in the historic harfor over 40 years, Steve London has wowed audiences bour town of Vermilion, OH. Located less than two miles Take ME Out to the Ballpark! with his dead-on voice of Dean Martin. Along with from Lake Erie, Paper Moon benefits from the moderating Dean will be other gifted national impersonators. Frank Toledo Mud Hens vs. Louisville Bats climate the lake provides. In May of 2008, four thousand TUESDAY, AUGUST 2 Sinatra? Marilyn Monroe? You never really know who vines were planted over five acres of the property. These 11 a.m.: Depart from the Federation Campus, until you attend a show. vines produced Paper Moon's first estate-grown wines in 6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania 2012. The varietals currently grown include Chambourcin, $10 per person Be sure to wear your walking shoes, because after a Marquette, Noiret, Traminette, and Vidal Blanc. (includes transportation, ticket and lunch) delicious plated lunch at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant Continuing on our tour along the lake will be Quarry and matinee show you will have time to stroll and shop Limited Seats! Hill Winery & Orchard, established 2005 -the winery has Come cheer on our Toledo Mud Hens from high above offered a wide variety of award winning, estate grown & the lovely and delicious stores of Frankenmuth before the stadium in a reserved suite just for us! Enjoy the we board the bus to head back to Toledo! bottled Vinifera wines, including Ice Wine. The vineyard's game in luxury with visits from Muddy and Mudonna This outing has moderate walking/standing, and could peak sits at 834' above sea level, approximately 100' higher and enjoy a catered buffet lunch and great seats! include a few flights of stairs and/or uneven terrain. than the surrounding areas along the lake. They offer one This outing has moderate walking/standing, and could Registration and payment required by of the "best views and scenery" of any winery in Ohio include a few flights of stairs and/or uneven terrain. Monday, May 9. as acknowledged by Ohio Magazine! This outing has Registration & payment accepted until sold out. moderate walking/standing, and could include a few Henry Ford & The Beatles ... flights of stairs and/or uneven terrain. Lake Erie Shores Wine Tour The Henry Ford Museum, Dearborn, MI THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 THURSDAY, JUNE 23 Note: In consideration of individuals who are sensitive, 9:30 a.m. Depart from the Federation Campus -6465 please consider the amount of perfume, cologne, and other 8:15 a.m. Depart from the Federation Campus, Sylvania Avenue 6465 Sylvania Avenue fragrances that you wear. 4:30 p.m. (estimated) return to the Federation campus 6:00 p.m. Return to the Federation Campus (Estimated) SUPPORTED BY

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Senior Out & About Getaways

It was a "Terrific Tuesday" with Elliot Grieve

Thursday, September 15 & Friday, September 16 Ohio Amish Country! Join us for a fabulous mini get away in the heart of Ohio Amish Country! Enjoy travel via motor coach, accommodations at the lovely Carlisle Inn, Sugarcreek, lunch at Chalet in the Valley, a matinee performance of Josiah for President, The New Musical, a little shopping, dinner family style at Der Dutchman in Walnut Creek and an evening performance of Kickin’ Chicken at The Amish Country Theater, Walnut Creek- live music, hilarious actors, and Ken Groves, nationally recognized ventriloquist. Friday will allow us time to see more of the area with a stop at Hershberger’s Farm and Bakery and Guggisberg Cheese, lunch in the area before we head home!

TOUR INCLUDES:

Modern Motor Coach transportation 1 Night at the Carlisle Inn, Sugarcreek 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches & 1 Dinner 2 Shows Bus Snacks Luggage Handling Tax & Tip on Included Meals COST PER PERSON: $175.00 Double Occupancy* + Driver Gratuity

At Pete's Garage

FRIENDS

Friends from Chabad House at Pelham for Purim!

FUN

Food, friends and fun with Mary Bilyeu at the Spring Is Here Luncheon

$225.00 Single Occupancy* + Driver Gratuity *Member Fee is for those in good standing with a current pledge and no unpaid gifts to the annual Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo Campaign. A non-member may pay an additional $75.00 per person Full payment due at time of registration, no places will be held without payment. Registration and payment deadline is Monday, August 1.

NOTES: * In consideration of individuals who are sensitive to perfumes and colognes, please consider the amount of fragrances that you wear. * Driver Gratuity is strictly voluntary, suggested amount is $3 -$5 per day, per person and may be given directly to the driver at the end of trip. * It is your responsibility to arrange roommates. Travel insurance may be obtained by contacting your insurance agent. A current 2016 emergency form needs to be on file. This trip has moderate walking/standing, and could include a few flights of stairs and/or uneven terrain. Travel itinerary subject to change

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To find out more about how you or someone you know can get involved with Young Jewish Toledo, contact Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or hallie@JewishToledo.org.

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YJT Fridays

Check out our Facebook group: “Young Jewish Toledo”

Trapped Toledo Thursday, May 12 8 - 9 p.m. Trapped Toledo – 2410 Key St. (Facing Burger Bar 419, walk left past the Barber shop and around the corner... we're the first door on the right) $10 per person

Get inspired with other young Jewish professionals at our NEW Shabbat dinner program. Socialize, nosh on some great eats and bring in Shabbat with new friends.

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Friday, June 17 7 p.m., Calvino's (3143 W. Central Avenue), $10 per person (includes dinner and non-alcoholic drink) Friday, July 15 (location TBD)

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Locked in a room with a group of friends or strangers, you must use your wits and the group's collective knowledge to find hidden clues, solve daunting puzzles and overcome challenges to escape before time runs out. A re you ready? **10 Spaces Available*** RSVP is Mandatory by Friday, May 6 to Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or Hallie@jewishtoledo.org

Rolling with YJT

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Saturday, June 4 8:30 p.m. Ohio Skate Maumee – 1370 Conant Street, Maumee $10 per person

Toledo

Put on some of your greatest 80’s gear and join us for a tubular time rollin’ with YJT for the night. Best dressed wins a prize! RSVP by Friday, June 3 to Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or hallie@JewishToledo.org

PJ Library® is completely FREE for participating families in the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo region.

FREE books and CDs Are you getting YOURS?

PJ Library® seeks to engage Jewish families with young children. Each participating child in our community from age six months through eight will receive a high-quality Jewish children’s book or CD every month. Each book and CD comes with resources to help families use the selection in their home. The book and music list has been selected by the foremost children’s book experts and includes a wide array of themes related to Jewish holidays, folktales and Jewish family life. To learn more about PJ Library® and to ensure your child receives this wonderful gift, please contact Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or hallie@JewishToledo.org.

WILL YOU READ ME A STORY?

PJ Library® is supported in part by the Gary and Andrea Delman Family Foundation and Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. SUPPORTED BY

Jewish Federation & Foundation YOUR CAMPAIGN AND LEGACY GIFTS AT WORK

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PJ Playdates Passover Playtime

Senior Adult Center visits Gan Yeladim Preschool

On April 15, Passover playmates read stories, played games and just had an allaround, great time!

News from Toledo BBYO

On Thursday, March 22 the JFS Senior Adult Center went to the Gan Yeladim Preschool to celebrate Purim! They shook their groggers, passed out the Mishloach Manot, and had so much fun! Here is what some of the seniors had to say about the experience. One of the participants, Elaine Stram, found the whole event to be uplifting and well worthwhile. With a big smile on her face she said that it was a wonderful thing and was “just a joy” that gave her many giggles. Throughout the program Elaine

said that it reminded her of her own children and how she and her husband used to make costumes for them. She loved reminiscing. She was also thrilled when one of the children remembered her from a previous program and they really bonded. She went to compliment Gan Yeladim by saying how she loved the way the children were learning, by doing. Another participant, Jeanne Ryan, had a wonderful time. This program made her feel younger and feel good inside. She said the children were precious and extremely delightful. She went on to compliment the children’s parents because the children were so polite and pleasant to be around. Akiva Prettyman had a nice experience as well. He said it was fun to see the children again and enjoyed relaxing and watching them have fun. He also said he was very impressed with the preschool and likes these kinds of intergenerational programs. The JFS SeniorAdult Center was thrilled to incorporate community, Judaism, intergenerational knowledge, and overall, fun to this great program. We hope the children had as much fun as we did and we look forward to creating more of these types of programs. Thank you Gan Yeladim preschool!

Calling all high school seniors & parents of seniors!

Toledo BBYO is excited to have several teens from both B’not Shalom BBG and BSN AZA attending Regional Convention Thursday, April 14 – Sunday, April 17. For this convention, B’not Shalom beat their attendance goal so they get an awesome pool party just for them one of the nights at the convention. During Regional Convention, the new regional executive board will be elected, the past boards will give the state of the region, and senior members will announce where they are attending college among other fun things planned. B’oot Shalom and BSN have had preparation programs for this convention and look forward to attending. Toledo BBYO is also excited for

the upcoming second annual College Senior Night. Elizabeth Lane, Hillel Director, will be discussing Jewish life on college campuses, birthright, and what to expect in your first year. Come out for an evening of delicious food, good conversation and information about how to continue your Jewish experiences in college.

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The Beirut | 4082 Monroe St. Thursday, May 12 7:00 PM FREE

The Beirut – 4082 Monroe St. Thursday, May 12 7 p.m. FREE

RSVP by Monday, May 9 to Colette Lundberg at colette@jewishtoledo.org or 419-724-0361

Join the Jewish Federation of Toledo for our second annual College Senior Night. Elizabeth Lane, Hillel Director, will be discussing Jewish life on college campuses, birth rite, and what to expect in your first year. Come out for an evening of delicious food, good conversation and information about how to continue your Jewish experiences in college.

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PJ Mitzvah Mayhem

YOUR CAMPAIGN AND LEGACY GIFTS AT WORK

50 members of our community came together for a great cause on Sunday, April 3 on the Federations campus. Participants of PJ Mitzvah Mayhem stuffed teddy bears, made tie blankets, and assembled “night-night” bags” for the children of The Family House Toledo. Everyone was asked to bring in gently used children’s books to donate and a portion of their cost to attend the event would be directly donated to The Family House. “Night-Night” bags contained teddy bears, blankets, books, a toothbrush, soap and shampoo. The hard work of all participants large and small paid off! 24 “Night-Night” bags were delivered to the shelter as well as a check for $116. We would like the thank The Heuerman Family for their donation of fleece blankets and to Dr. Courtney Levine for her donation of children’s toothbrushes. David & Madelyn Freed work together!

Lila Marcovitch helps fill a “Night-Night” bag Rafi & Dan Berns working hard!

Lapitsky Family works on filling our mitzvah tree with good deeds!

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10 a.m. Federation Campus, Leonard Lounge. 6465 Sylvania Avenue FREE

“Night-Night” bag

Jewish Federation & Foundation

Ben, Abby & Noah Goldstein stuff teddy bears

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• Friday, May 6 – Mom’s Day! Celebrate Mom with us! • Friday, May 20 • Friday, June 10 – Dad’s Day! Celebrate Dad with us! • Friday, July 8 – Wacky wet day! Come dressed to splash and play

JOIN US FOR THE SUMMER EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME!

Pre‐camp from 8:15 AM After‐camp until 5:30 PM

Join us for a new program designed for you and by you! PJ Library® will be hosting bi-weekly playdates in the Leonard Lounge on the Federation Campus. Playdates will offer story time, snacks, and free play. Some playtimes will have themes and crafts! PJ Playdates are a great opportunity for moms, dads, bubbies, zaydies and more to meet other young families!

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All PJ® Playdates will start at 10 a.m. in the Leonard Lounge and are free to attend, unless otherwise noted.

9:00 AM ‐ 3:30 PM

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Kiddie Camp for age 3 Camp Gan Israel for ages 4‐8 Pioneer Girls & Boys for ages 9‐10 Pioneer Girls II for ages 11‐12 Extreme Boys for ages 11‐13

JCC Campus, B’nai Israel

You can register online! www.Chabadtoledo.com/camp for information: camp@chabadtoledo.com

***Please bring a baby item (i.e. diapers, wipes, baby food) to donate to the Jewish Family Service Food Pantry)

Camp Gan Israel has been graciously sponsored by the Gary & Andrea Delman Family Foundation

RSVP requested the Thursday prior to each event to Hallie Freed at 419724-0362 or hallie@JewishToledo.org ***Please notify us of any dietary restrictions*** To learn more about PJ Library® and to ensure your child receives this wonderful gift, please contact Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or hallie@JewishToledo.org. PJ Library® is supported in part by the Gary and Andrea Delman Family Foundation and Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo.

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Organizations Hadassah Hadassah-Developed Blood Test Detects Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer & Brain Damage A new blood test that uses the DNA strands of dying cells to detect diabetes, cancer, traumatic brain injury, and neurodegenerative disease has been developed by researchers at Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) and The Hebrew University. In a study involving 320 patients, the researchers were able to infer cell death in specific tissues by looking at the unique chemical modifications (called methylation patterns) of circulating DNA that these dying cells release. Previously, it had not been possible to measure cell death in specific human tissues non-invasively. The findings are reported in the March 14, 2016 online edition of Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences USA, in an article entitled “Identification of tissue specific cell death using methylation patterns of circulating DNA.” Prof. Benjamin Glaser, head of Endocrinology at Hadassah, and Dr. Ruth Shemer and Prof. Yuval Dor from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem led an international team in performing the groundbreaking research. Cell death is a central feature in health and disease. It can signify the early stages of pathology (e.g. a developing tumor or the beginning of an autoimmune or neurodegenerative disease); it can illuminate whether a disease has progressed and whether a particular treatment, such as chemotherapy, is working; and it can alert physicians to unintended toxic effects of treatment or the early rejection of a transplant. As the researchers relate: “The approach can be adapted to identify cfDNA (cell-free circulating DNA) derived from any cell type in the body, offering a minimally invasive window for diagnosing and monitoring a broad spectrum of human pathologies as well as providing a better understanding of normal tissue dynamics.” "In the long run,” notes Prof. Glaser, “we envision a new type of blood test aimed at the sensitive detection of tissue damage, even without a-priori suspicion of disease in a specific organ. We believe that such a tool will have broad utility in diagnostic medicine and in the study of human biology." The research was performed by Hebrew University students Roni Lehmann-Werman, Daniel Neiman, Hai Zemmour, Joshua Moss and Judith Magenheim, aided by clinicians and scientists from Hadassah Medical Center, Sheba Medical Center, and from institutions in Germany, Sweden, the USA and Canada, who provided precious blood samples from patients. Scientists have known for decades that dying cells release fragmented DNA into the blood; however, since the DNA sequence of all cells in the body is identical, it had not been possible to determine the tissue of origin of the circulating DNA. Knowing that the DNA of each cell type carries a unique methylation and that methylation patterns of DNA account for the identity of cells, the researchers were able to use patterns of methylated DNA sequences as biomarkers to detect the origin of the DNA and to identify a specific pathology. For example, they were able to detect evidence of pancreatic beta-cell death in the blood of patients with new-onset type 1 diabetes, oligodendrocyte cell death in patients with relapsing multiple sclerosis, brain cell death in patients after traumatic or ischemic brain damage, and exocrine pancreatic tissue cell death in patients with pancreatic cancer or pancreatitis. Support for the research came from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the Human Islet Research Network of the National Institutes of Health, the Sir Zalman Cowen Universities Fund, the DFG (a Trilateral German-Israel-

Submitted by Hindea Markowicz Palestine program), and the Soyka pancreatic cancer fund. Cutting-Edge Hadassah Receives Most Advanced Radiotherapy System to Treat “The arrival of our new linear accelerator takes us to a whole new level of delivering radiotherapy,” relates Dr. Marc Vigoda, head of the Hadassah Medical Center’s Radiotherapy Unit in the Sharett Institute of Oncology. Speed and precision are essential parameters in delivering radiotherapy, explains Dr. Vigoda. The challenge is that healthy cells often get destroyed in the process. With this new state-of-the-art accelerator, radiotherapists can deliver higher doses of radiation in less time and have greater control. A course of treatment that used to take a month can now be completed in a week. Dr. Vigoda adds: "The system is so advanced that it can find even a tiny tumor and target it for radiation--even when it is close to a vital organ.” In the past,” he notes, “we often worried about harming organs that were very close to the tumors.” Whereas previously a tumor close to the spine might have been both inoperable and beyond the possibility of irradiating, with the new accelerator, a Novalis Turebeam STx 2016, it’s much easier to pinpoint this lethal tumor and destroy it. If there are numerous metastases of brain cancer, they can be radiated simultaneously, decreasing the risk for the patient and providing more effective eradication of the cancer. Among the system’s special features is a robotic couch, which the patients lies on during treatment. It rotates in a variety of directions, allowing for maximum accuracy in positioning the patient for treatment. During the radiation therapy, the system checks the patient many times, photographing him so the physician can evaluate the accuracy of the therapy in real time. In addition, the system includes a mechanism that takes into account the patient’s breathing pattern and how it affects the patient’s positioning, ensuring maximum accuracy in targeting the tumor. “This is one of the best accelerators in the world,” comments Prof. Tamar Peretz, head of the Sharett Institute. “Patients will surely enjoy better quality of life while undergoing treatment.” Membership Campaign Hadassah – Lock in for Life Hadassah members make a personal impact at home and on the local, national and global community – every day. As a member, you enrich the lives of American Jewish women by focusing on vital issues and making tangible connections to Israel and Zionism through education and supporting the Hadassah Medical Organization and Israel projects. In honor of our Centennial Year, Hadassah continues to offer Life Membership and Associate enrollment for $212. The strength and support of Hadassah’s members and donors sustain the extraordinary work of Hadassah. As an incentive to enroll new Life Members, National will give internal Fundraising Goal Credit to the units for each new Life member and

Associate enrolled. Life Members and Associates can give an unlimited number of free annual memberships as long as they complete an enrollment form for each individual. The Gift Enrollment form is available in the Gifting Campaign folder on the Intranet. A very special welcome to the more than 50,000 women, men and children who showed their support for the extraordinary work of Hadassah by becoming new Life members and Associates. Our collective strength will continue to make a difference in the United States, Israel and around the world for the next 100 years. Let’s continue to enroll women and men in Hadassah and Lock in for Life. Become a Member. Be a Supporter Hadassah – Lock in for Life.

Member-Get-A-Member Campaign

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT If every Hadassah member enrolled a new member, imagine the IMPACT DOUBLE YOUR VOICE in your community DOUBLE OUR INFLUENCE in Washington DOUBLE THE SCOPE of medical research in Israel DOUBLE HADASSAH’S IMPACT in the world

Hadassah Contributions Hadassah is always grateful for the many contributions it receives throughout the year from members and friends. Beautiful cards and certificates are sent to acknowledge the donor’s gift and the donation is listed in the Hadassah bulletin. To make a donation or send a tribute card, contact Selma Master at 419-841-4936 and/or Yvette Levin at 419-536-1703.

To submit material for consideration in Toledo Jewish News, please contact Paul at 419-724-0318 or paul@jewishtoledo.org

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Jewish Community Relations Council update By Sharon Lapitsky This month we were privileged to have the Mayor of Toledo, Paula HicksHudson, and the Executive Director of the Board of Community Relations, Mrs. Linda Alvarado, speaking at the Diversity Program. Both the Mayor and Mrs. Alvarado spoke to the students about the importance of diversity, acceptance of others, and encouraged them to take the necessary steps to help maintain Toledo as a compassionate city. This is the second consecutive year Mayor HicksHudson spoke at the Diversity Program. The CRC and the Jewish Federation are thankful that the Mayor and Mrs. Alvarado took the time to share their

thoughts with the students. Coming up… We will be making some new connections with the Toledo Blade and with clergy from local churches. Mr. Keith Burris will be assuming the position of Editorial Page Editor at the Blade, replacing Mr. David Kushma. We look forward to establishing an open line of communitication and a productive relationship with Mr. Burris as we previously enjoyed with Mr. Kushma. Just before Passover, Joel Marcovitch, Scott Rothstein, Jerry Chabler and I will partake in the meeting. More on this story at the next issue… A few weeks ago, I received an email from the Associate Community Strategy at the JFNA/JCPA Israel Action Network informing all the JCRC directors about annual conventions for the Mainline Protestant denomination. I was wondering how it affects us? As I found out some of the resolutions that will be brought up and voted on during the conventions relate to BDS and potentially strong anti-Israel dialogue. The email included names of churches and clergy in our area that we may want to contact to see where they stand on the issues. I was able to secure a meeting with a local reverend. Scott Rothstein and I we will discuss where his church stands on issues related to Israel and more specifically BDS. More on this at the next issue as well. May will be a busy month. CRC partnered with the film festival on two occasions. First, on May 2nd , when the movie Rosendwald will be screened. We approached our contacts within the African American community and extended an invitation, Toledo Mayor also received a personal invitation and we see this event as another excellent opportunity to bring the community together for a fun night. Thanks to Hallie Freed and the film festival committee the director of the movie Sharon Lapitsky, Dr. Butter, Hindea Markowicz Aviva Kempner will have an A&Q session following the movie. Also in May we are partnering once again with the Film Festival to celebrate Yom Ha Atzmaut on May 9th. The movie “In Search of Israeli Cuisine” will be presented with Israeli themed snacks, ice cream and a short ceremony celebrating Israel’s 68th birthday! On May 11th we will commemorate Yom Ha Zikaron with a local guest speaker Mr. Shlomo Haviv. Mr. Haviv lives in Ottawa Ohio with his family, he was a fighter pilot in the Israeli army for many years and has an interesting story to tell. Stay on the lookout for more information.

W e Honor Our B'nai Mitzvah Isabelle VanDyke will be celebrating her Bat Mitzvah on June 5, 2016 at Congregation Etz Chayim. She is 12 years old and in sixth grade at DeVeaux Elementary School. She is the daughter of Megan and Sam VanDyke and has one sister Madeline who is 14 years old. Izzy enjoys art and spending time with her cat Olive. She is excited and happy to spend this special day with her parents, sister and grandparents Steve and Elizabeth Fried and Jack and Jane VanDyke. Izzy is very thankful to Rabbi Rubin and her religious school teachers for

helping her prepare for this special day. We wish Isabelle the very best as she ascends “MaChayil El Chayil” - from strength to strength. May she always be a blessing to her family and the people of Israel. We are very proud of all that Izzy has accomplished. Jonah Musher-Eizenman will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on his 13th birthday, Saturday, May 28, 2016. The ceremony will be officiated by Rabbi Jason Miller. Jonah is the son of Abe and Dara Musher-Eizenman and the brother of Ella and Sylvia. As a seventh grader at Ottawa Hills Junior High School, Jonah enjoys playing the saxophone in the school band and jazz band. He participates in school musical productions, Math Counts, Power of the Pen, and runs on the Cross Country team. In his free time, Jonah loves to write, play piano, tutor younger kids in chess, and hang out with his friends. He spends his summers at the “Home of Happiness” Camp Wise. This year, Jonah volunteered his time to help out at the Elementary School library. He assisted with the book fair and the afternoon study club, and he made a donation of books on Jewish themes to the library. Jonah would especially like to thank his Mom for her help in learning to read Torah and Haftarah and to lead the service, and all of his friends and family for their support.

Attention Sylvania high school seniors Oakleaf Village of Toledo is sponsoring a “Seniors helping Seniors” scholarship to recognize one Sylvania Northview High School and one Sylvania Southview High School senior whose life has been touched by a senior citizen. Scholarship winners will receive a $1,000 check to be used toward their higher education. Application forms can be found in the high school guidance counselors' office. Winners will be announced at the Senior Assembly May 20 at 9 a.m.

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Local News S'machot Number-Crunching Sudoku

For native Toledoan, James (“Jimmy”) Liber, who attended Congregation B’nai Israel and Maumee Valley Country Day School, arithmetic was always fun. Maybe it was because he was such a sports fan when he was young. At age 6 or 7, he asked his late Grandpa Adolph Katz how to figure out a baseball batting average. After he was taught, he started figuring batting averages, shooting percentages for basketball players, yards per carry and yards per game for football players. Other types of math weren’t as much fun for Liber, because they didn't pertain to sports, but he thought numbers were “cool”. His late Grandpa Goody Liber taught him how differential ratios were figured out in his truck parts business. Liber’s father, Mickey, and Grandpa Goody instilled in him the belief that you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. From those early learning experiences blossomed a passion for numbers. In 2006, Liber decided to add a little simple math to the nonmathematical sudoku puzzles What came next over several years was the creation of puzzles that he sold at weekend gift shows and area shops in the Hillsboro, Oregon area. Proceeds from his Mini Magazine #1 have been directed to his friend from high school and college, Teri Bode. She has beat breast cancer twice, and is now battling bone cancer. The success of Mini Magazine #1, enabled Liber to fulfill another of his dreams. He put together PUZLN 1-9® Mini Magazine #2, donating over half of each sale to The V Foundation for Cancer Research. That foundation was created by one of Liber's all-time favorite sports coaches, Jim Valvano, who passed away from bone cancer in 1993. The foundation's motto is to not ever give up. Liber never did give up, and his efforts have led to international publication by Puzzlewright (Sterling Publishing) of Number-Crunching Sudoku. The 128-page paperback is designed for those 14 years of age and older. According to the Barnes & Noble website, “These 99 number-crunching puzzles are sudoku PLUS! Just like the familiar sudoku that solvers love, the grids go from 1 to 9, and each number appears only once in each row, column, and box. The twist is, you need to do a little arithmetic, too—multiplying, dividing, adding, and subtracting according to the signs in the grid. It’s a fresh, challenging, and mathy take on the super-popular puzzles.” Liber is on a national signing tour this spring, with a summer signing event planned the week of June 6 in Toledo. In addition to the local Barnes & Noble stores, “Number-Crunching Sudoku” by James W. Liber is available online at www.barnesandnoble.com.

JFGT Annual Leadership Awards The Leadership Awards Review Committee meets in April of each year to review nominations received and to decide who will be honored in that year. Any member of the community is able to nominate an individual for the Harry Levison Young Leadership Award, Silver Circle Leadership Award and the Young Volunteer Award. Business and corporate nominations are made by Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo and its affiliated agencies. National Young Leadership/ Harry Levison Young Leadership Award Created in 1962 to recognize young adults of outstanding promise and leadership ability who exhibit an active interest in Jewish Federation of GreaterToledo and Jewish Federation Fund Campaign, this award rewards exceptional service from these young adults. The award is open to young adults between the ages of 25 and 45 who reside in the greater Toledo area. The recipient(s) is honored at Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo’s Annual Meeting and receives a cash award to be used for participation, expenses paid, either at the General Assembly of Jewish Federations of North America or NationalYoung Leadership Conference.The award can also be applied to participation on an Israel mission, particularly the National Young Leadership Mission. Bob Wick Jewish Community Service Award Established in 1998 to recognize Robert Wick, a great friend and supporter to the Jewish community, the award is restricted to businesses, corporations and companies that provide exemplary support to the Jewish community. Young Volunteer Award Established in 1999, the award recognizes one student under the age of 17 who has shown exception service to the Toledo Jewish community. The award winner will receive $250, which must be used for a Jewish seminar or leadership program in the year following the recognition.

Silver Circle Leadership Award Established in 1998, nominees for the award must be 60 years of age or older, be active in Jewish Federation of GreaterToledo or one of its agencies, have a 25-year giving history to the Jewish Federation Fund Campaign, preferably in Toledo, and be a current resident of the greater Toledo area. Spirit of Jewish Family Service Award Each year, in its role as the social services and safety net for Toledo’s Jewish community and residents of Pelham Manor, Jewish Family Service recognizes a volunteer who embodies the spirit and compassion of the JFS mission. TBJE Ben Solomon Outstanding Trustee Award Ben Solomon, z”l, was a lifelong supporter of Jewish education. His philanthropic legacy includes the establishment of a generous fund to benefitToledo Board of Jewish Education. The Solomon award was established by TBJE to honor Ben’s memory by recognizing a board member or parent volunteer who gives time and energy to benefit the Toledo Board of Jewish Education. Toledo Jewish Community Foundation (TJCF) Legacy Award This important award is presented to individuals who create permanent and lasting community legacies in the form of a planned endowment gift to the foundation. Marjorie Siegel Jewish Communal Service Award of Excellence Established to recognize an outstanding Jewish communal employee or volunteer for their leadership in promoting Jewish values and improving Jewish life, the award acknowledges valuable contributions of the recipient and the deep appreciation of the Board of Directors and staff of Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. Please use the form below pertaining to the award(s) for which you wish to submit a nomination(s).

Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo Nomination for Leadership Award Award Nomination (check one)

Send us your wedding, engagement, graduation, baby, job or other news for consideration in Toledo Jewish News today! Submit your simcha to Paul Causman at paul@JewishToledo.org.

National Young Leadership/Harry Levison Young Leadership Award Bob Wick Jewish Community Service Award High School Leadership Award Silver Circle Leadership Award Spirit of Jewish Family Service Award TBJE Ben Solomon Outstanding Trustee Award Toledo Jewish Community Foundation Legacy Award Dr. Louis Ravin Memorial Emerging Leader Award Marjorie Siegel Jewish Communal Service Award of Excellence

NAME OF NOMINEE: ____________________________________________ Nominated by: ________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________ Phone Number: __________________________ Email: __________________________________ Date: ___________________________

Please fill out all applicable areas on a separate sheet of paper: 1. Leadership activity in Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo and/or affiliated agencies (current/past) 2. Leadership in the Annual Campaign (current/past) 3. Leadership activity in affiliated agencies and/or synagogues (current/past) 4. Other leadership activities 5. Why are you nominating this person/corporation? Nominations should be sent by Friday, May 6 to: Leadership Award Review Committee, Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo, 6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560

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Temple Shomer Emunim May Worship Schedule Friday, May 6th Shabbat Service at 6:00PM Friday, May 13th Shabbat Service at 6:00PM Kol Zimrah will be singing Friday, May 20th Annual Meeting & Election of Board of Trustees at 5:45PM Shabbat Service & Installation of Board of Trustees at 6:30PM Friday, May 27th Shabbat Service at 6:00PM Fundamentals of our Faith Class Thursday, May 5th Class is from 5:00-7:45PM, with a brief dinner break Adult Liturgy Class May 5th, 12th & 19th 5:30-6:30PM

Bible & Bagels

Sundays, May 1st & 22nd at 9:30AM

Join us Friday, May 20th for an evening of celebration! 5PM – Kabbalat Panim honoring Cantor Amanda Winter & her fiancé Ted Edmondson RSVP to wpayne@templese.com by Fri. May 13th (NO CHARGE)

5:45-6:30PM – Temple Annual Meeting, with election of new Board of Trustees 6:30PM - Shabbat Service & Installation of Board of Trustees 7:30PM – the Celebration continues honoring Amanda & Ted with a grazing Dinner & Dessert $18 per Adult $9 Children 10 & Under

RSVP to lnusbaum@templese.com by Fri. May 13th

Wednesdays, May 4 & 18 at 11:00AM

June 13-17, 2016 “Mitzvahs & Miracles” Group 1: 2-3 years old (9:30-11:30AM) Group 2: PreK-4th Grade (9:30AM-3:00PM) (Campers will be divided appropriately by age group)

Temple Members $90 ages 2-3 $150 PreK-4th Non-Members $130 ages 2-3 $200 PreK-4th Reserve your space by emailing wpayne@templese.com or by calling 419/885-3341

Last Day of Religious School Picnic!

Sunday, May 22ndat 11:00AM Last Names A-L Last Names M-Z

Save the Date! Friday, June 10th at 6:00PM as the Temple honors Bob Rae, our wonderful choir director and accompanist. The service will include Kol Zimrah, Blessed Sacrament Choir, the High Holy Day Professional Choir, as well as other surprises. Dinner to follow $13 per Adult. Babysitting available.

Bring a Dessert Bring a Side Dish

Temple will provide hot dogs, chips and drinks Please RSVP to wpayne@templese.com by Tuesday, May 17th

Congratulations to our Hebrew School Graduates! May Religious School Calendar

Coffee with the Clergy th

Camp Kayitz

Temple Book Club Thursday, May 12th at 10:30AM The Japanese Lover by Isabella Allende will be discussed

Charlotte Bauer, daughter of Jeremy & Alyssa Bauer Adam Hamilton, son of Chris Hamilton & Maara Fink Sam Kalniz, son of Scott & Julie Kalniz Joey Liber, son of Corey Liber & Abby Liber Alyssa Rosenberg, daughter of Joe & Veronica Rosenberg Eve Saltzman, daughter of David & Barbara Saltzman

1st: 4th: 8th: 11th: 15th: 18th:

Religious School 9:15-11:30AM Hebrew School 4:20-6:00PM NO RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Hebrew School 4:20-6:00PM Religious School 9:15-11:30AM Hebrew School 4:20-6:00PM; Hebrew School Graduation @ 5:00PM 22nd: Religious School 9:15-11:30AM; Religious School Picnic 11:00AM

Congregation B'naiIsrael Israel Congregation B’nai Religious School Closing Shabbat Mother’s Day Shabbat

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Saturday, May 7 at 9:30 a.m.

Please join us when we honor all students and our dedicated teaching staff for another outstanding year. We will also honor all the Mothers during the service.

New Member Shabbat and Kiddush Luncheon Saturday, May 21 at 9:30 a.m.

Friday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. For questions or RSVP, please contact the office at 419-517-8400 or via email at ctraugott@cbitoledo.org. RSVP deadline is May 2.

Sisterhood Book Club

Wednesday The Rabbi Got Wet Author: Harry Kemelman

Tuesday, May 24 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Sisterhood 2.0 Book Club In the Unlikely Event

B’nai Israel Adult Education Sunday, May 22, 2016 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. “Paul Gauguin’s Street in Tahiti: From the South Pacific to Northwest Ohio” Presenter: Adam Levine

Hire A Mensch

B’nai Israel Confirmation Class Fundraiser

Do you need yard work done, a garage cleaned, computer help or small projects done around the house? Hire a Mensch to help you out!Donations will be put toward the Menschs’ trip to Isrel . Contact Kim Brody 419-517-8400 (kbrody@cbitoledo.org) or Stephanie Mahoney (stephaniekaplan@hotmail.com) to set up a date and time.

We will be doing projects until the end of May!

Author: Judy Blume

Meeting: Tuesday May 17, at 7p.m. Cinco De Mayo on Central Ave.

B’nai Israel Confirmation

Please join us for a special Confirmation Program Sunday, May 15, 2016 10:30 a.m.

2016 Confirmation Class Alexa Bader Daughter of Michelle and David Bader Emmie Brody Daughter of Kim and Stuart Brody Asher Kripke Son of Jill and Matt Kripke Ian Mahoney Son of Stephanie and Joel Mahoney Margaret Roberts Daughter of Dena Eber

Sisterhood 2.0 Maj Night

Meeting: Sunday May 1 and 15 at CBI 7:00- 9:00 p.m. All are Welcome!

Please note: The last Sunday morning minyan will take place on May 15 at 9:30 a.m. We will resume in the fall when Religious School begins.

May Religious School Calendar Sunday May 1

Religious School, 9:30-12:00 Yom Hashoah Program, 10:30 Israel meeting, 12:00

Wed. May 4

Religious School

Saturday May 7 Closing Religious School Shabbat /

SAVE THE DATE! Friday, June 17, 2016

Congregation B’nai Israel Annual Meeting and Installation

Family Shabbat Sunday May 8

No RS, Mother’s Day

Wed. May 11

Religious School

Sunday May 15 Last day RS and Confirmation

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Congregation Etz Chayim SPECIAL SHABBAT LUNCHEON PLANNED TO HONOR CLERGY AND STAFF

OHR CHADASH RELIGIOUS SCHOOL May 1st begins with the Community wide observance of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. Students and Parents are invited to "I Never Saw Another Butterfly", at Temple Shomer Emunim at 10:30 a.m. Our Ohr Chadash Etz Chayim families, students and teachers are invited to a special "Breakfast & Learning on May 8th at 10:00 a.m. To honor our mothers, the topic is "An Ode to Mothers-Lessons from Torah & Beyond." Enjoy bagels, pastries and fruit and learn together. This is a perfect opportunity for our entire Etz Chayim family to join together for study and socializing. The end of year picnic is scheduled for May 15th. The weather forecast is sunny and nice and warm. Let's meet at Wildwood Park for a few hours of games, hiking on the trails and good food. Meet at 10:00 a.m. for fun, fun, fun.

Congregation Etz Chayim Is happy to invite all members, to be our guests, at a Special Shabbat Kiddush Luncheon on May 14, 2016, following morning services. At the luncheon, we will celebrate Shabbat and we will be recognizing and honoring our dedicated staff members: Evan Rubin, Rabbi Rabbi Yaakov Lasson, Educational Program Director Elsa Leveton, Administrator Sandra Marcus, Bookkeeper Nancy Jacobson, Ohr Chadash Principal Gina Black, Ohr Chadash Teacher Megan Van Dyke, Ohr Chadash Teacher Chris Dietrick, Building Manager

MEN’S CLUB The Men’s Club wishes to thank everyone who worked on and attended the Annual Kishka Dinner. It was a huge success and a good time was had by all. The next Men’s Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend.

We will also recognize and honor the leaders and members of our Men’s Club and Sisterhood. If you plan to attend this luncheon, it is imperative that you call the synagogue office, 419-473-2401, to R.S.V.P.

SISTERHOOD NEWS

SPRING PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

Everyone is invited to join Sisterhood members in a Jewelry Making Party at the synagogue on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Renee Jacobson will be teaching how to make your own beaded necklace or help you fix a broken one. The cost of the program is $20.00 which covers the cost of supplies. Please R.S.V.P. to Phyllis Wittenberg at 419-841-2579 or the synagogue office, 419-473-2401 by May 4th. Etz Chayim Sisterhood is planning an end of the year luncheon on Sunday May, 22, 2016 at noon at the synagogue. In addition to installing the new officers, a delightful fashion show will take place following the luncheon.

On Sunday, May 8, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. (Mother’s Day), the second Congregation-wide Ohr Chadash Breakfast & Learning Session will take place. The topic of the morning is “An Ode to Jewish Mothers – Lessons from the Torah and Beyond). Everyone is invited to attend. On Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. the Adult Class of Ohr Chadash will present Rabbi Yechiel Morris, the rabbi of Young Israel of Southfield, MI. Rabbi Morris will be speaking on “Sefiret Ha’Omer, the Crusades and Tisha B’Av”. Everyone is invited to attend. A continental breakfast will be served.

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For Sale BURIAL PLOTS 2 std. burial plots, Jewish section of Woodlawn Cemetery. $1400 for both. 813-787-4800 It is easy to run a classified ad in Toledo Jewish News! First 12 words - $8, $0.10 per additional word. Phone numbers and abbreviations count as separate words. Ads must be received by the 15th of the month. Simply email your ad and billing information to paul@JewishToledo.org or call 419-724-0318 for more information. Please note: Classified ads will run every month (and the purchaser will be billed) until notification of cancellation is received.

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Simply send your business card and billing information to: Paul Causman at 6465 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, OH 43560 or paul@JewishToledo.org Publish your business card (reproduced with no changes) for just $36/month* *Three-month minimum. Any changes to business card include extra charge. Ads must be received by the 15th of the month. Call 419-724-0318 for more information

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Gan Yeladim Preschool

Preschool Co-sponsored by

Chabad and Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo Supported by the Federation’s Annual Campaign

Masterp e h i ec "T e

Gan Yeladim Preschool Scribbles and Beyond 8th Biennial Fundraiser An exhibition and auction of original works by the artists of Gan Yeladim Preschool

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Sunday, May 15 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. YMCA/JCC Romanoff Patio 6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania

Come join the "Gan Yeladim artists" as they celebrate with an exhibition of original works. If you are unable to attend this special event, feel free to send in a donation for "Gan Artists' supplies." Checks should be made payable to TBJE and sent to Gan Yeladim Preschool, 6465 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, OH 43560

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Toledo Jewish Historical Society Help us identify and date histortical photos Can you identify any of these of our former Toledo Jewish community members who worked hard to create a vibrant Jewish life for all of us? Each month, our Toledo Jewish News will feature a photo from the extensive "Rogues Gallery" of past leaders and participants in Toledo Jewish life whose enthusiasm and dedication created the rich, varied ativities we still remember so well! If you can identify any of the individuals in the photos, our newly forming Toledo Jewish Historical Socie4ty will recognize you as a charter member and our Rogues Gallery will be much more meaningful. Take a good look, turn your mental time clock back several decades, and call or write Lynn Jacobs with your discoveries! "Guess-timates" are also gladlly accepted. Contact Lynn Jacobs at

lbjacobs82@gmail.com

Toledo Jewish Historical Society

Do you know anyone in the photograph above? Email Toledo Jewish Historical Society Director Lynn Jacobs with the information at lbjacobs82@gmail.com. Interested members of our Toledo Jewish Community are invited to attend an initial gathering of the Toledo Jewish Historical Society on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 in the Boardroom of JFGT offices, 6465 W. Dylvania Ave, Sylvania, from 5-6 p.m. We will

To advertise in Toledo Jewish News, please contact Paul at 419-724-0318 or paul@JewishToledo.org

discuss exciting new projects already underway and potential new ones which promote the preservation of tangible memories of Jewish Toledo history. Please RSVP to lbjacobs82@gmail.com

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Local News

B’nai Israel Chai Campaign reaches out to alumni and members Have you heard about the Chai Campaign? Inaugurated to honor Congregation B’nai Israel’s 150th Anniversary, the Chai Campaign is a fund raising endeavor seeking contributions from all past confirmands around the world as well as current B’nai Israel members. This campaign, primarily an email effort named “Chai” for 18, is specifically designed so that anyone could feel that they could participate. From our youngest 15 year old confirmand who babysits each week and looks forward to USY Kinnus weekends; to our baby boomers who grew up at the building on Kenwood and remember smoky bingo nights, parties in the Boy Scout Cabin and hiding backstage, and in the choir loft; to our senior members who have fond memories of the beautiful stained glass in the 12th Street building and the tunnel to the Annex…be a part of this campaign! Funds received from this campaign will go towards the year's exciting events, historical programs, and lasting tributes to the synagogue. Our Anniversary Year will begin with our celebratory Shabbat Weekend Friday, September 16, 2016 featuring a very special service and dinner, Shabbat morning and evening services honoring members of the congregation, a reunion celebration Saturday evening September 17, 2016, and a historical bus tour Sunday, September 18, 2016, to the 12th Street and Bancroft former synagogue, and to area cemeteries. Among the other planned events will be a festive concert program December 3, 2016, as well as a video breakfast next spring, and a family afternoon program in June, 2017. If you haven’t been contacted and would like to honor your past or present B’nai Israel involvement with a contribution of $18.00 to $180.00, please visit our Donation page: http://cbitoledo.ort/150th-anniversary-campaigndonation/ or email us at: bnaiisrael150@gmail.com, or call the CBI office (419) 517-8400. Please contact bnaiisrael150@gmail.com if you have questions about the campaign. A 150th Anniversary Commemorative book is being produced. All contributions to the Chai Campaign will be listed in the book if received by June 1, 2016, unless otherwise requested. Contributors who donate $90.00 or more will be contacted about the wording of their greeting. A copy of the commemorative book will be provided to contributors of the Chai Campaign.

Musings

Submissions from Jewish community members reflecting on Jewish life.

Submit items (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art, etc.) for consideration in Toledo Jewish News to Abby Hoicowitz at abby@JewishToledo.org or 6465 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio 43560. Untitled By Margie Kohler I don't want to do anything any more Seems I've done it all, some very well and some failing Who needs another taste of the flaming ashes Still masking a smoky life for me now? When all is clear and all has stopped I want to lay in pure joy Without making exhausted effort just to get by for the day I want meaning for the great amounts of labor I pushed forth Just to have a name my face is attached to No donations are necessary as after all To be known for greatness in achievement is often lost in translation Once, twice, for millennia there will be no memorials No Kaddish and no name Once a great flash of light brought me into being But my memory slowly faded away for who knows why It was all in their imaginations-their phony interpretations Of someone not making headline news Having no assembly of talents well organized on a website Accolades invented only by myself. As they all do these days to impress the universe. I'll have none of that and shall recycle Into my next life with my name well made for History

This Yom HaAtzma’ut, celebrate red, white, and blue.

Magen David Adom, Israel’s largest and premier emergency medical response agency, has been saving lives since before 1948. And supporters like you provide MDA’s 27,000 paramedics, EMTs, and civilian life guardians — more than 90% of them volunteers — with the training, equipment, and rescue vehicles they need. So as we celebrate Israel’s independence, make a difference in the health, welfare, and security of the Israeli people with your gift to MDA. Please give today. ss ddre ew A N r u O AFMDA Midwest Region

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WE ARE THE PLACE TO BE FOR JEWISH STUDENTS Students take ownership of Hillel as their Jewish community center on campus

Our mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world

Hillel participates in First Week, Student Activities Fairs, Homecoming and Diversity Week, Intramural Leagues, Relay for Life, Dance Marathon, Interfaith Dialogues, Philanthropy, Campus Volunteer Events and Finals Frenzy.

Tikkun Olam Israel Programs Religious Life Social Programs Athletic Teams

Alternative Spring Break Interfaith Forums Jewish Heritage Month Birthright Campus Events

Visit our website at www.toledohillel.org and www.bghillel.org