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Toledo Jewish Film Festival

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For this the Earth Mourns

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YJT does better in Toledo

Monday, May 22 Starring Academy Award winners Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau

Monday, June 5 Meet writer/producer Sheldon Cohen Pickle tasting - 6:30 p.m.

Monday, June 12 Winner of the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Montréal World Film Festival.

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Monday, June 19 An insightful adaptation of Philip Roth’s 2008 novel

DOUBLE FEATURE/CLOSING NIGHT Monday, July 10 Hummus and blintz tasting – arrive by 6:30 p.m

All films begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. See page13 for more information about this year's line-up of award-winning films.

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Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo

Jewish Community Relations Council report

Author Jennifer Teege speaks in Toledo

by Sharon Lapitsky April was a busy month for the Jewish Community Relations Council. We began the month with Tom Kline participating in an anti-white supremacist rally at Bowling Green State University. After white supremacy fliers were discovered on BGSU’s campus and in the University of Toledo’s surrounding areas, we were invited to partake in a rally condemning the act. Tom, a JCRC committee member, was able to attend and represent the Jewish community. Thank you, Tom. Our friends from Western Galilee Medical Center, Dr. Eisenman and chief nurse Smadar Ocanpo, arrived for a short visit to participate in the 2017 Global Medical Mission Hall of Fame ceremony as part of the College of Medicine and Life Sciences of the University of Toledo. The Galilee Medical Center was nominated by Rabbi Sokobin and received its recognition for the humanitarian work the hospital does for its Syrian patients. We are looking forward to more Israeli nominees in the future. Thank you to all community members who were able to come and support our Israeli partners. Also in April, Rabbi Rubin participated in a panel at Epworth Church where he had the opportunity to discuss Judaism in a nutshell. There were representatives from the Muslim and Christian religions on the panel and a lunch discussion was held in collaboration with the Multifaith Council. There were about 60 participants at the lunch. Thank you, Rabbi Rubin, for taking the time to represent the Jewish

Submitted by Hindea Markowicz Two extraordinary programs took place on April 5 under the auspices of the Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center and the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo, co-sponsored by the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. The events were the culmination of over a year's worth of extensive preparations by the Resource Center’s Hindea Markowicz and the Federation’s Arleen Levine, Sharon Lapitsky, and Paul Causman, as well as the library’s Ben Malczewski. Jennifer Teege, the German author of My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me: A Black Woman Discover’s Her Family’s Nazi Past, spoke to over 700 area high school students at the morning Annual Diversity Program cosponsored by the Resource Center and the Federation at the Valentine Theater. Teege spoke to over 800 community members that evening at the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University. They heard a compelling true story that is stranger than fiction and leads us to ponder the nature and origin of evil. Jennifer Teege, the daughter of an unwedded German woman and a Nigerian man, was placed in an orphanage at an early age and subsequently adopted by a white German family. Many years later, as an adult, she discovered, by chance, a book containing a picture she recognized of her birth mother. From that book she learned that her birth mother was the daughter of the notorious concentration camp commandant, Amon Goeth, so chillingly but accurately portrayed by Ralph Fiennes in the film Schindler’s List. She spoke grippingly of the impact this had on her psyche and her relationship to her Israeli friends with whom she studied in Tel Aviv. Teege's message to rapt audiences was that she controlled the kind of person she would become, not her biological origins. After both programs she interacted personally with many attendees and signed copies of her book. Every year the Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center presents the Annual Diversity Program, sponsored by Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo, which features Holocaust-related speakers for hundreds of

community. As we do every year around this time, this year we held the 13th annual Diversity Program, which is a joint program between JCRC and the Holocaust Resource Center. This year, 660 high school students had the opportunity to hear New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Teege, who wrote “My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me- a Black Women Discovers Her Family’s Nazi Past.” The event took place at the Valentine Theatre. The students were engaged and asked insightful questions at the end of the presentation. Since Teege’s book has been such a popular item, we collaborated with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library for the evening event. Jennifer spoke in front of 770 people at Lourdes University. This event was advertised by both the Jewish community and the library and was open to the greater community free of charge. The Friends of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library group sold Teege’s book at the end of the presentation and she was able to sign them for those who bought them. Thank you to Hindea Markowicz, Arleen Levine, and Ben Malczewski for making this event a success. We were also invited to participate in another interfaith service which took place at the Third Baptist Church in partnership with the African American Legacy Project. Devorah Shulamit represented the Jewish community by reading verses from sources about healing and teaching the participants about the significance of wearing a prayer shall and kippah as part of the Jewish tradition. Thank you, Devorah.

Author Jennifer Teege speaking at the Franciscan Theatre of Lourdes University in Sylvania

area students. Often, as a result of these programs coordinated by Markowicz, individual speakers are invited to area schools and communities for additional speaking engagements, educating many more about the Holocaust.

Pictured above, left to right, is Buz Romanoff, Dr. Eisenman, Rabbi Sokobin, and chief Nurse Smadar Ocampo at the 2017 Global Medical Mission Hall of Fame ceremony honoring the Galilee Medical Center.

Hindea Markowicz, Ben Malczewski, Arleen Levine and Sharon Lapitsky and two members of Friends of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library with Jennifer Teege.

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Toledo Jewish News Volume 65 No. 8 • 24 pages

Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo

2017 Annual Meeting featuring A TASTE OF

(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. The appearance of advertising, in the Toledo Jewish News print or digital media, does not constitute an endorsement of the advertisers or their products and services by Toledo Jewish News, Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo and its affiliated agencies. Product and services information is based solely on material received from suppliers. Phone: 419-724-0318 Fax: 419-885-3207 e-mail: paul@JewishToledo.org

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DATE EVENT May 4 Fighting Heroin: The Heroin/Opiate Epidemic May 7 Food Festival May 9 WHO is THAT? with the Toledo Jewish Historical Society May 9 – 12 Celebration of photos with The Toledo Jewish Historical Society May 18 Brighton, Michigan - Artistic Excursion May 22 - July 10 Film Festival June 8 Anniversary Senior Luncheon June 21 and 22 Wooster Theatre Get Away July 11 JFGT Annual Meeting June 28 Take ME Out to the Ballpark! August 2 Harvey at Purple Rose Theatre, Chelsea, Michigan August 21 Prime Time Summer October 8 Art Festival

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René Rusgo, Director, and Emily Harel, Program Associate Senior Services and Senior Adult Center 419-531-2119 | rene@JewishToledo.org or emily@jewishtoledo.org Raizel Shemtov, Director, Gan Yeladim Preschool 419-344-9142 | raizel@JewishToledo.org

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Toledo Jewish Community Foundation Q&A

Charitable Gift Annuities Funds

What is a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA)? A Charitable Gift Annuity is an agreement between you and the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation that provides a guaranteed annual income. How does a Charitable Gift Annuity Work? You can make a gift of cash, securities, or closely-held stock to the Fund. The Fund assets are managed by the Foundation. In exchange for your gift to the Jewish community, you will receive a fixed income for life—beginning at age 65. If you are younger than 65, you may purchase these annuities periodically in order to build a taxadvantaged retirement plan which begins making payments at age 65. The gift annuity may make payments during your lifetime, or may make payments during the lives of both you and your spouse. If you decide to use appreciated securities to fund a gift annuity, no capital gains taxes are due when the securities are contributed. Instead, a portion of your income from the annuity will be subject to capital gains tax, which will be paid over your anticipated lifetime. Are there any tax advantages? A portion of the gift qualifies for a current income tax charitable deduction, thereby reducing your taxes now, while the full value of the gift is removed from your estate. In addition, part of the annuity payment may be tax free. Is there a minim gift requirement? A Charitable Gift Annuity can be established with as little as $5,000. How is the Charitable Gift Annuity managed? We are committed to providing donors with personalized service concerning all areas of philanthropy and are happy to meet with you and your advisors to help identify charitable goals. The Foundation’s Investment Committee oversees investments of these charitable gifts. How is a Charitable Gift Annuity going to help me? A Charitable Gift Annuity serves as an attractive alternative to many low yield investments and offers several financial and philanthropic benefits. Should I have my professional advisor speak to the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation about this? The Foundation’s Charitable Gift Annuities are easy to establish and operate. We would be pleased to work with your accountant, attorney, financial advisor or other professional advisor.

Single Rates Age of Interest donor Rate 65 4.7% 70 5.1% 75 5.8% 80 6.8% 85 7.8% 90+ 9.0%

For further information, please contact Arleen R. Levine, Director, Toledo Jewish Community Foundation at 419-724-0355 or Arleen@jewishtoledo.org.

Please contact me with more information about Charitable Gift Annuities through the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation Charitable Gift Annuity is an agreement between you and the Jewish community that benefits you personally as well as the Toledo Jewish community. In exchange for your gift to the Foundation, you will receive a fixed income for life beginning at the age of 65.

Yes, I/we wish to receive more information on a Charitable Gift Annuity with the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Toledo. Donor Name(s)_________________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: ________________________________________________ Best phone number to reach you: __________________________________ Best time(s) to reach you: _________________________________________ E-mail Address:________________________________________________ Which Gift Annuity program are you interested in? ____ Single Life Annuity Agreement (Minimum contribution $5,000) ____ Two Life Joint and Survivor Annuity Agreement (minimum contribution $5,000) Please mail this portion to: Arleen R. Levine, Director Toledo Jewish Community Foundation 6465 Sylvania Avenue Sylvania, OH 43560 Office: 419-724-0355 Fax: 1-419-869-3101 Email: Arleen@jewishtoledo.org For more information please contact Arleen R. Levine, Director, Toledo Jewish Community Foundation. All inquiries are kept confidential. Toledo Jewish Community Foundation, founded in 1980 as the endowment development program of Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo, was established to meet the philanthropic challenges and needs of the Toledo Jewish community as well as to serve the needs of our people, locally, nationally, and globally. The Foundation provides an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy – a permanent imprint that will enrich the lives of generations to come.

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

Jewish Family Service While the Food Pantry appreciates food donations, there is a greater need for personal care and paper products. Meijer Simply Give cards are not eligible for use on these items, so the Food Pantry depends on financial gifts or donations for personal care items. If you’d like to donate items to the Food Pantry, please consider choosing items from its wish list: • paper towels • facial tissues • diapers • feminine hygiene products • disposable razors

• shampoo • soap (bar soap, dish soap, liquid hand soap, and laundry soap) • toilet paper (preferably individual, pre-wrapped rolls)

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Your old CDs can help seniors suffering from cognitive and physical impairments...

Research has shown that a personalized playlist of songs can improve the mood of people with neurological diseases, boost the mood and cognitive skills of those suffering from a wide range of cognitive challenges, and more. We are in need of CD donations of Hungarian, Polish, Russian and Yiddish Music for clients who are a part of the JFS Music and Memory program, as these genres of music are difficult to find on iTunes. Are you a music lover? Are you tech savvy? Your skills are needed. The Music and Memory program is in need of volunteers to download music to iPods. In addition we appreciate any donation of used (or new) iPods, iPads, Speakers, Headphones, CDs (any genre), and iTunes gift cards. To donate, to learn more about volunteer opportunities, or to sign up for Music and Memory, contact Liz Witter at 419-724-0406, or liz@jewishtoledo.org

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For this the earth mourns; for this the people remember By Emily Gordon “The earth was waste and void, And the heavens had no light. The mountains trembled, And the hills moved to and fro. There was no man. All the birds of the heavens were fled, And the fruitful field was a wilderness, And all the cities were broken down. For this the earth mourns.” -interpreted from Jeremiah 4:23-28 “For this the Earth Mourns,” a large bronze sculpture by Jewish Toledoan and internationally celebrated artist and sculptor Lois Dorfman, z”l, was unveiled on Yom HaShoah, April 13, 1980. Crowds of men, women, and children filled Temple Shomer Emunim that day to take part in its Yom HaShoah program and to get their first look at the new nearby memorial created to honor victims and survivors of the Holocaust. Dedicated just 35 years after liberation, the wounds World War II inflicted upon world Jewry were still fresh. Audience members were moved to quiet contemplation as they looked upon the thirteen bronze relief figures based upon faces of imprisoned Jews Dorfman had seen in photographs. The figures rose out of a brick base in the middle of Toledo Holocaust Memorial Park, made possible by the David S. Stone Fund in memory of David S. Stone. In the informational booklet accompanying the memorial, Dorfman explained how she attempted to capture the myriad of emotions and thoughts visitors may have when they see the sculpture. “This rendering of individuals is the only way I can try to comprehend the immenseness of this tragedy,” Dorfman said. “These figures are real faces in the millions. All of them have become my friends, though we have not met. Even those whose faces are not here depicted will never stop living in my mind’s eye.” Mary Neufeld, z”l, a Holocaust survivor and active community leader who, in 1975, proposed a local memorial be dedicated during a Women’s Board of the Jewish Welfare Federation meeting,

Sculptor Lois Dorfman accepted the memorial during the program and gave dedicatory remarks. According to A History of the Toledo Jewish Community 1895-2006 by David M. Noel, Neufeld believed having a memorial was “[a] matter of community need and responsibility,” and that it was “an important testimonial to the survival of the Jewish people.” The informational booklet elaborates on her idea. “The men, women, and children you see represent six million individuals who suffered degradation, torture of unimaginable dimensions, and death,” it says. “The erection of the monument itself represents ‘Am Yisroel Chai,’ ‘The people of Israel lives.’” Irma Shainberg Sheon, former director of Federation’s Holocaust Resource Center, now known as the Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center, said the memorial served as a launching point for Holocaust education for children and adults in the Toledo area. “This memorial engendered the founding of the Holocaust Resource Center, which has assisted thousands of teachers and children in their efforts to study this horrible period in the history of mankind. Sadly, the lessons continue to be needed today,” Sheon said. For 37 years, the memorial has stirred questions in the hearts and minds of visitors regarding anti-Sem-

Religious School to be free for B’nai Israel and Etz Chayim families David S. Stone Religious School is happy to announce that, starting next year, families of students will not have to pay tuition. An anonymous donor has established a fund in the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation to make this possible. The fund is specifically designed to replace the tuition costs that would otherwise be charged to families for both Sunday School, and Hebrew School. The donor is happy to be able to help young families and to provide for religious education in our community. The fund also specifies that, should the three synagogue schools ever merge into a community-wide school, the funds would be made available to reduce costs for all the students of the new school.

itism, the Holocaust, the Armenian Genocide, and current events. The HRC, with its materials, workshops, scholarships, and programs, has provided answers, said Hindea Markowicz, director of the HRC. “It is important to have the memorial monument for the community to come visit and reflect at a local, physical manifestation of remembrance, and to make sure that succeeding generations remember the victims and to make sure that another Holocaust never occurs,” Markowicz said.

Volunteers Needed

Federation has the Holocaust Memorial cleaned and treated regularly. The bronze was reworked in 2010, when a conservation treatment including a wax protective coating was applied. In 2016, the mortar was redone. However, the surrounding area of the memorial could use some simple cleaning and easy gardening to maintain its beauty. Federation is looking for volunteers to plant flowers and keep up the appearance of the memorial this spring. To sign up, contact Tina Stieben at tina@jewishtoledo.org or 419-724-0371.

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12th JFS Senior Adult Center

Anniversary Luncheon with The New Fashioned

To register for a Jewish Federation Senior Program, please call Emily Harel at 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

Contemporary Offerings Fighting Heroin: The Heroin/Opiate Epidemic…What is it, What Can I Do? Thursday, May 4 1 p.m. - JFS Senior Adult Center (Sekach Building) The number of heroin and opioid related drug overdose deaths in counties served by the Lucas County coroner’s office has increased from 8 in 2010 to 215 in 2015. Attendees will learn about the epidemic, the impact it has had on our community and our families, how to access treatment, and how to be part of the solution. Presented by Harbor Behavioral Health with support from the Mental Health and Recovery Service Board of Lucas County. WHO is THAT? with the Toledo Jewish Historical Society Tuesday, May 9 10 a.m. – Bagel Nosh and Identity Party JFS Senior Adult Center (Sekach Building) Registration is required by Monday, May 1 Join us for a bagel nosh and help us continue our celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month as we sort through the photos of yesteryear, identify those pictured, reminisce, and learn a bit about Jewish American Heritage Month. Everyone is welcome to come. Celebration of photos with The Toledo Jewish Historical Society Tuesday, May 9 – Friday, May 12 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Open house style JFS Senior Adult Center (Sekach Building) Stop in whenever you can and browse through the photos to see who you can help identify.

Saturday Morning Shabbat Bus Service Seniors may board the bus at 9:30 a.m. at Pelham Manor and 9:35 a.m. at West Park Place and neighborhood residences. Passengers are dropped off first at Congregation Etz Chayim, then Congregation B’nai Israel, Temple Shomer Emunim and the Chabad House. The return trip begins at 12:30 p.m., in the reverse order. Congregants who need rides from their homes may arrange them by calling the JFS Senior Adult Center at 419-531-2119 # 2. Every participant is required to have a client form on file to use this service. Participants must call 419-531-2119 #2 by Friday at noon each week to reserve a spot on the bus, as seats are limited. Please be sure to leave your name and phone number and which shul you want to attend.

Did you know that the JFS Senior Adult Center offers transportation for Saturday Morning Shabbat Services to those 60 and over?

There is no charge for this service, which is provided through a grant from Jewish Senior Services Supporting Organization.

Thursday, June 8 Noon – Luncheon and entertainment by The New Fashioned Congregation B’nai Israel – 6525 Sylvania Avenue $5 per person Registration and payment requested by Friday, May 26 Celebrate the JFS Senior Adult Center's 12th anniversary with delicious food and wonderful entertainment by The New Fashioned. An event that is not to be missed! The New Fashioned is a breath of fresh air to both pop and jazz music, bringing the traditional styles and articulation of jazz, blues, swing, and rock ‘n’ roll to the forefront of mainstream pop. Their 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.

Out & About

Take ME Out to the Ballpark! Toledo Mud Hens vs. Gwinnett Braves Wednesday, June 28 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Depart from Federation campus, 6465 Sylvania Avenue $15 per person includes transportation, ticket and lunch Limited seats Registration and payment accepted until sold out.

Come cheer on our Toledo Mud Hens from high above the stadium in a reserved suite just for us! Enjoy the game in luxury with visits from Muddy and Mudonna, a catered ballpark buffet lunch, and great seats. This outing has moderate walking/standing, and could include a few flights of stairs and/ or uneven terrain.

Harvey at Purple Rose Theatre, Chelsea, Michigan Late Lunch at Chelsea Grill Wednesday, August 2 $50 per person includes transportation, lunch, and theatre ticket Noon - Depart Federation campus, 6465 Sylvania Avenue 3 p.m. - Matinee show 7 p.m. - Return to Federation (estimated) Registration and Payment required by Friday, July 14 A Pulitzer Prize-winning American Classic by Mary Chase. Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister Veta’s social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary six-and-a-half-foot tall rabbit. To avoid future embarrassment for her family—and especially for her daughter, Myrtle Mae—Veta decides to have Elwood committed to a sanitarium. When they arrive at the sanitarium, a comedy of errors ensues. This outing has moderate walking/standing, and could include a few flights of stairs and/or uneven terrain.

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Free services and events at the

The JFS Senior Adult Center ***Offices and Activities have moved***

Now at the Leo & Vera Sekach Community Services Bldg on the Jewish Campus, 6505 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, Ohio 43560 All contact information is unchanged. Our telephone number remains 419-531-2119. See you there!

FREE

Wellness Checks Now TWO locations to serve YOU better Available to the entire community age 60 and better

Wellness for all

Did you know that the Senior Adult Center offers FREE Wellness Checks? A Wellness Check is where you can get your blood pressure and/or blood glucose level checked at no cost to you. This FREE service* for active individuals ages 60 and better is offered every Monday during the following hours at the following locations:

Pelham Manor, Mondays, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. JFS Sekach Building, Mondays, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. *A client information form must be on file to use this service If you have any questions about this service or any activities of the JFS Senior Adult Center, call René Rusgo at 419-531-2119.

NEW ADDRESS: Vera & Leo Sekach Community Services Bldg, Jewish Family Service, 6505 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania

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. Wednesdays Ballet Ball Fusion 1 – 2 p.m. This is a unique blend of exercise, dance, and Tai Chi. A great combo class to strengthen, balance, stretch, and improve you. 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. Nickel and dime games. All are welcome. 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 419531-2119 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.

Kosher shopping for Passover

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Out & About Getaways

YOUR CAMPAIGN AND LEGACY GIFTS AT WORK

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Sunday, July 16 – Friday, July 21 Chattanooga, Tennessee

Wooster Theatre Get Away Wednesday, June 21 and Thursday, June 22 Join us for a quick night away. Enjoy travel via motor coach to a lovely Ohio destination to see some of our state’s best theatre at the Ohio Light Opera’s 39th season. We will arrive for a lovely lunch at TJ’s Restaurant and then go see the Tony Award-winner for best musical in 1958 The Music Man. After our afternoon of theatre, we will go check into our hotel, rest and refresh, then head out for a lovely dinner at The Wooster Inn. Rise and shine the next morning for breakfast at the hotel with a more relaxing pace before we check out of the hotel and board the bus to explore the Pine Tree Barn where we can shop the trinkets and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Then, we will dine at the charming Granary Restaurant for lunch where they are known for their lemon crumb muffins. Following lunch we will then head over to the Freedlander Theatre for a matinee opening performance of Anything Goes. After the show we will board the bus and head for Toledo. TRIP INCLUDES:

Modern motor coach transportation 1 night at The Hampton Inn – Wooster Includes: free Wi-Fi, hot breakfast, pool, and fitness center 2 lunches/1 dinner/bus snacks Tax and tips on included meals Tickets to The Music Man and Anything Goes COST PER PERSON: $225 Double occupancy* + driver gratuity $275 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 nonmember will 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, May 8 - no exceptions. NOTES: • 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 2017 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 plus some outside experiences. • In consideration of individuals who are sensitive to scents, please consider the amount of perfume, cologne, and other fragrances that you wear. • If you have any dietary restrictions or special accommodations needed, please notify us at time of registration. • Travel itinerary subject to change • This event is supported in part through your campaign dollars and through a generous grant from the Jewish Senior Services Supporting Organization.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Prime Time Summer The week of August 21, 2017

Travel + Leisure magazine has named Chattanooga as one of the 5 “Next Great Escapes” Join us as we explore the beauty around us, dine at some of the “cool spots” in town, check out the local scene and do Chattanooga in style! A glimpse into the trip includes but is not limited to the following: Rock City, Ruby Falls and Incline Experience, Coker Tire Museum Tour, Missionary Ridge Train Ride, Tennessee Aquarium and Tennessee River Gorge Explorer Cruise, Hunter Museum, and outstanding and unique dining experiences with top rated accommodations. Tour Includes: Modern Motor Coach transportation 5 Nights at The Chattanoogan 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches (1 Lunch on your own) 5 Dinners All attraction admissions and fees and guided tours Bus snacks Luggage handling Tax and tip on included meals COST PER PERSON: $900 Double occupancy* + driver gratuity $1000 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 $125 per person Full payment due at time of registration, no places will be held without payment. Registration and payment deadline is Friday, June 9. NOTES: • Driver Gratuity is voluntary, suggested amount is $5-$7 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. • If you have any dietary restrictions or special accommodations needed, please notify us at time of registration. • A current 2017 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. • In consideration of individuals who are sensitive, please consider the amount of perfume, cologne, and other fragrances that you wear. • Travel itinerary subject to change

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Oh, Canada! Toledo seniors have a great time

Seniors recently enjoyed a three night getaway to St. Jacobs and Cambridge, Ontario, for great dining, shopping, Singin’ In The Rain at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Dunfield Theatre, and a tour of the Toyota plant.

Young Jewish Toledo

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YJT Does Better in Jewish Toledo

YJT toured Jupmode, noshed on pre-Passover carbs, and made our very own screen-printed tees.

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Programs especially for postcollege to young families. Y O U N G

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Young Jewish Toledo is a staple of Jewish life in the Toledo area, existing to draw wonderful, dynamic, young Jewish people together for the greater benefit of the community.

Y O U N G

Toledo

From Hebrew Happy Hours to date nights to volunteer opportunities, Young Jewish Toledo provides a range of outlets for young Jewish professionals 2140. These future leaders of Jewish Toledo are continuously strengthening personal connections while participating in – and perpetuating – Jewish life in Toledo. 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.

Trivia Night

Wednesday, May 17 7 p.m. El Camino Real – 2500 Sylvania Ave. Free – Includes appetizers and margarita’s Test your skills and pub knowledge by joining YJT for a night of trivia! RSVP to Colette@jewishtoledo.org or 419-724-0361 by Wednesday, May 17 by 12p.m.

Wine Tasting

Saturday, June 24 7:30 p.m. Zinful Tasting Boutique – 218 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg $10 per person in advance/ $15 at the door – includes 5 tastings of wine and noshes Sip, savor, and gab in downtown Perrysburg with Young Jewish Toledo for a summer wine tasting. Zinful tasting boutique focuses on “boutique vinyards” that aren’t mass distributed. They look for different quality grapes and wines from all over the world to appeal to all palates, from the spicy and fruity to more buttery tastes. RSVP by Friday, June 23 to Colette@jewishtoledo.org or 419-724-0361 SUPPORTED BY

Jewish Federation & Foundation YOUR CAMPAIGN AND LEGACY GIFTS AT WORK

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PJ Library

SUPPORTED BY

Preschool Co-sponsored by

Jewish Federation & Foundation YOUR CAMPAIGN AND LEGACY GIFTS AT WORK

Chabad and Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo

es t a d y PJ Pla Supported by the Federation’s Annual Campaign

PJ Library and Gan Yeladim Preschool's Tiny Treasures proudly present:

PJ and Gan Tiny Treasures Summer Adventures! Join us for summer adventures with Gan Yeladim Preschool and PJ Library! Summer Playdates will offer creative movement, Jewish songs, interactive and hands on activities, recipe sharing, baking, story time, snacks, and free play. Summer Playdates are a great opportunity for Moms, Dads, Bubbies, Zaydes and more to meet other new young families! All classes are from 10 – 11:30 a.m. in the Leonard Lounge on the Federation campus (unless otherwise noted) Suggested donation - $5 per class RSVP requested the Thursday prior to Colette Lundberg at 419-7240361 or colette@jewishtoledo.org ***Please notify us of any dietary restrictions*** Friday, June 2 – Pool party in the toddler pool at the JCC/YMCA. Meet in the Leonard Lounge and make sure to bring a towel. Enjoy a cool snack after! Stay tuned for more playdates in the June/July issue of the Toledo Jewish News.

FREE books and CDs Are you getting YOURS? PJ Library® is completely FREE for participating families in the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo region. 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. 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

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.

WILL YOU READ ME A STORY?

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Toledo Jewish Film Festival

toledo jewish film festival Remember

Location for all movies:

Monday, May 22 Running Time 95 minutes, English Remember tells the story of Zev Guttman (Academy Award winner Christopher Plummer), a 90-year-old struggling with memory loss, and his close friend, Max (Academy Award Winner Martin Landau), who is wheelchair-bound but in full command of his mental faculties. Both former prisoners in Auschwitz, Max and Zev embark on a cross-continental road-trip to bring justice once and for all to the Nazi guard who destroyed both of their lives.

Franciscan Theatre, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania

The Pickle Recipe

By phone 419-724-0361 By email colette@jewishtoledo.org At the door on a first come, first served basis. Seating is limited.

Ticket prices:

General admission - $7 per film, per person Series package - $30 all 5 dates, per person *All pre-purchased tickets and passes will be available at the theatre the day of each film*

How to purchase your tickets:

Monday, June 5 Running Time 97 minutes, English *Meet the Writer/Producer Sheldon Cohen Concessions Pickle tasting starts at 6:30 p.m. A cash-strapped party emcee and his conniving uncle scheme to steal a se- Popcorn and water will be available at all screenings (unless otherwise noted). cret family recipe in this crowd-pleasing family comedy co-starring comedian Jon This is included in your ticket price. Dore, Academy Award nominee David Paymer and Sex and the City actress Lynn Parking Cohen. Endearing as it is funny, The Pickle Recipe equally imparts laughs with a Free parking is available outside of the Franciscan Center. heartwarming metaphor about the people and memories that comprise the special Additional information and policies: ingredients of family, however dysfunctional. Festival goers are encouraged to arrive at least 15 minutes prior (unless noted) to the film program. All screenings are general seating. Seats are occupied on a The Midnight Orchestra first-come, first-served basis. All cell phones and other electronic devices inside Monday, June 12 the auditorium must be turned OFF prior to the introduction of the film. Please Running Time 105 minutes, Arabic, English, French with subtitles do not text or otherwise check devices during screenings. The lighted screens The estranged son of a once famous Moroccan musician (Marcel Botbol) is unon electronic devices are distracting to others. The use of cameras or recording expectedly transformed after returning to his homeland. Expounding on Morocdevices of any kind is strictly prohibited during the screenings can-Jewish life and generational divides with humor and heart, The Midnight Orchestra is the winner of the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Montréal World Film Questions Festival. Please contact Hallie Freed at 419-724-0362 or Hallie@JewishToledo.org

Indignation

Monday, June 19 Running Time 110 minutes, English James Schamus — acclaimed screenwriter (The Ice Storm; Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) and producer (Happiness, Brokeback Mountain) — makes his directorial debut with this painterly and insightful adaptation of Philip Roth’s 2008 novel, a look at a young Jewish man (Logan Lerman, The Perks of Being a Wallflower) from New Jersey who heads to a small Midwest town. Amidst the conformity and political conservatism of 1950s America, Marcus Messner avoids the Korean War draft and joins a Christian college in Ohio instead, but finds himself at odds with everyone from classmates to the dean, especially in matters of religion, or lack of it.

DOUBLE FEATURE/CLOSING NIGHT Hummus the Movie/The Last Blintz

Monday, July 10 Running Time Hummus 70 minutes, Last Blintz 30 minutes, English *Hummus and blintz tasting – arrive by 6:30

Hummus the Movie

Travel around the world across religious and cultural divides to discover the origins of the nutritious chickpea dish and meet a diverse group of hummus disciples. This documentary takes us to Israel, which claims the food as its own, to meet three passionate hummus aficionados and hear their stories. Combining the stories of each individual’s personal journey with historical hummus facts and appetizing footage of the hummus-making process, director Oren Rosenfeld's documentary shows how the food has positively affected Israeli culture —and is even able to transcend religious and political divides.

2017 Jewish

Art

Festival

October 8, 2017 Artist packets now available

Contact Hallie Freed at hallie@jewishtoledo.org

Jewish Federation & Foundation

The Last Blintz

The closing of the The Cafe Edison (aka The Polish Tea Room), the Broadway diner immortalized in Neil Simon's 45 Seconds from Broadway, is not just a story about another famous show business haunt shutting its doors; it is the fading away of a piece of America’s past. It's too late for The Cafe Edison, but looking to the future, The Last Blintz is an impassioned plea for 'progress' that honors the past, protects the future, and preserves the heart and culture of our great cities...before there's nothing left. We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors:

Ruth and Ralph Delman

James Fox Fund

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.

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Temple Shomer Emunim May Worship Schedule Friday, May 5th Shabbat Service Friday, May 12th Shabbat Service at 6:00PM th

Saturday, May 13 Bar Mitzvah of Adam Hamilton 10:30AM th

Friday, May 19 Shabbat Service at 6:00PM Friday, May 21st Shabbat Service at 6:00PM Tuesday, May 30th Confirmation Service at 7:00PM

5:45PM - Temple Annual Meeting & Election of New Board of Trustees 6:30PM - Shabbat Services and Installation of Officers & New Board of Trustees

Temple Book Club Join us Thursday, May 11th at 10:30AM to discuss The Bridge Ladies: A Memoir by Betsy Lerner

“Passport to Israel” 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 Ages PreK-4th $250 Ages PreK-4th Grade Non-Members $150 Ages 2-3 Reserve your space by emailing wpaynetemplese.com or by calling 419/885-3341

Shabbat Dinner immediately following services Adults $14 Children 10 & Under $7 RSVP by Tuesday, May 16th to lnusbaum@templese.com or 419/885-3341

Coffee with the Clergy

Sunday, May 7th at 9:30AM This is the last class until Fall

June 12-16, 2017

5:00PM – Kabbalat Panim sponsored by Tina Stone & Family, in Loving Memory of Jack Stone

Wednesdays, May 3rd & 17th at 11AM

Adventures in Jewish Music

Camp Kayitz

Join us Friday, May 19th

Temple Officers:

S. Scott Schwab, President Barry Nistel, 1st Vice-President Joe Rosenberg, 2nd Vice-President Dr. Jeanine Huttner, Treasurer Jodi Hess, Secretary Denise Horwitz, Immediate Past President

New Trustees:

David Feniger Dr. Julie Kalniz Lauren Sachs

May Religious School Schedule Hebrew School 4:20-6PM Religious School 9:15AM; 9:30am 5th Grade Israel presentation Wed. May 10th Hebrew School 4:20-6PM; Hebrew School Graduation 5:00PM Wed. May 3rd Sun. May 7th

Congratulations to our Hebrew School Graduates Julia Bauer Maddie Gordon Adam Pyle Anne E Barchick Sari Judis Jessica Mitchell

6:30 p.m. Mincha 6:45 p.m. Dairy Dinner 7:45 p.m. Presentation by Rabbi Jason Miller 8:30 p.m. Dramatic Reading The Book of Ruth 9:00 p.m. Maariv 9:30 p.m. Kiddush and Dessert Cost: $9.00 per person RSVP to the office by Monday, May 22, 2017

Please join us for a special Confirmation Program

Sunday, May 7, 2017 11 Iyar 5777 10:00 a.m.

2017 Confirmation Class Jeremy Davis

son of Hope and Greg Davis

Carolyn Glasser

daughter of Susan and Marc Glasser

Shavuot Service Schedule

Lexi Hendel

daughter of Ashley and Peter Hendel

Quinn Murphy

Wednesday May 31, 2017 Shavuot 1st day 9:30 a.m. Service 5:45 p.m. Mincha

son of Cindy and Doug Robertson and Nathan Murphy

Samuel Richards

son of Andrea and Mark Richards

Madison Smith

daughter of Michelle and Steven Smith and Andrea Mitchell

Madeline Van Dyke

daughter of Megan and Samuel Van Dyke

Shabbat Luck Friday May 5, 2017 Call the office to make your reservations by May 3!

MAJ NIGHT! Sunday May 7, 2017 7:00 p.m. In the CBI Library

Sophie Golding Danny Nusbaum Tenley Tuschman

Congratulations to Our Confirmands

SHAVUOT TIKKUN Congregation B’nai Israel Tuesday May 30, 2017 David S. Stone Religious School Confirmation

Sammy Golding Ray Helfman Zoe Pyle

Thursday June 1, 2017 Shavuot 2nd Day 9:30 a.m. Service 11:00 a.m. Yizkor 5:45 p.m. Mincha Office Closed Wednesday May 31 and Thursday June 1

SISTERHOOD 2.0 BOOK CLUB and GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT Tuesday May 23, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Tekela Mexican Restaurant 5147 S. Main Street in Sylvania

The Dinner Party by Brenda Janowitz Please RSVP to Hope Davis at 419-343-6534.

Colette Fischer Alexa Levison Jacob Spurgeon-Hess

Joey Golding Madison McQueen Trevor Kruszynski

Daily Services Schedule

Mon.-Friday: 7:00 a.m., 5:45 p.m. Saturday: 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:30 a.m.* *When Religious School is in session

David S. Stone Religious School

May 2017

Wednesday 2 Sunday 7

RS 4:30– 6:00 p.m. RS 9:30-12:00 p.m. Confirmation at 10:00 a.m.

Saturday

Closing Religious School Shabbat

End of Year Religious School Shabbat Program Teacher Appreciation and Student of the Year Award

Saturday May 13, 2017

Join us for a wonderful Shabbat service featuring our religious school students! Contact Hazzan Lichterman to be a part of this special service. Jewish Lives, Jewish Learning: Adult Education Series

Sunday, May 21st

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the CBI Library United Nations Resolutions and BDS Presenter: Joel Marcovitch

Hot off the presses!

The Congregation B’nai Israel Oral History Book may be purchased from the CBI Phyllis Diamond Gift Shop for $10.73 (including tax). To purchase a book to be shipped, you can order from the publisher online at: https:// www.createspace.com/6941263

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Congregation Etz Chayim

SISTERHOOD NEWS On Sunday, May 7, 2017, Etz Chayim Sisterhood plans to be a part of the Federation sponsored Jewish Toledo Food Festival. We’ll be selling copies of our cookbook “Recipes from Etz Chayim’s Kitchen.” In addition, we’ll be offering samples of several recipes from the cookbook. Our cookbooks make a great gift to give yourself or others at the low cost of $10.00. Make sure you stop by our booth! Get your favorite hat and cutest spring outfit ready for the Sisterhood endof-the-year Spring Tea. It will take place on Sunday, May 21, 2017, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. We will honor Margie Siegel, our Woman of the Year. The cost of this special event is $10.00. RSVP Marcia Grossman at (419)536-0890 or margro@bex.net. If you are not currently a member of Sisterhood and would like to join, please contact Suzie Rosenberg, Membership Chairman. Yearly dues are $20.00. If you are currently a member of Sisterhood or are planning to join now and you are 60 or over, you can become a Life Member for $200.00. Please contact Suzie at 419-536-7758 to get all the details on both categories of membership. SAVE THE DATE! The Sisterhood annual Mahjong Tournament is scheduled for Wednesday, July 12, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. More information for this special day will be posted soon. The next Sisterhood Board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday May 2, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the Shul Library. All Sisterhood members are invited to attend.

SHAVUOT SERVICE TIMES Tuesday, May 30, 2017 Erev Shavuot Shacharit 6:45 a.m. Mincha 7:15 p.m. Ma’ariv 7:30 p.m. Candlelighting 8:42 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Shavuot Shacharit 9:00 a.m. First Day Torah Reading 10:00 a.m. Mincha 7:15 p.m. Ma’ariv 7:30 p.m. Candlelighting 9:52 p.m. Thursday, June 1, 2017 Shavuot Shacharit 9:00 a.m. Second Day Yizkor 11:00 a.m. Mincha 6:00 p.m. Havdalah 9:53 p.m.

UPCOMING MAY PROGRAMS Sunday, May 7, 2017, 2:00 p.m. - Art Museum Tour of the Kehinde Wiley exhibit. Docent Andrea Delman will lead a tour and discussion of this wonderful exhibit. The cost is $8.00 per person. Please call the office to R.S.V.P. Sunday, May 14, 2017, 10:00 a.m. - Celebrate Mother’s Day with a wonderful brunch and learning session featuring a video of Rabbi Jonathan Sachs, Chief Rabbi of England, who will be speaking on a topic relating to mothers and families.

Saturday, May 27, 2017 - The monthly synagogue birthday lunch will be held honoring all members who will be celebrating a birthday during this month. Everyone is invited to attend. May Shabbat Learning Sessions on Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) Each Shabbat following services on May 6, 13, 20 and 27, a member of the synagogue will explain and discuss a chapter of Pirkei Avot. Join us as we study and learn wonderful ways to lead our lives based on the ethics described.

Chabad House LAG B’OMER

CELEBRATE A DAY OF JEWISH UNITY! SUNDAY, MAY 14 4:00 PM