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Holocause Memorial — We Remember — see story page 17. Photo: Mike Capps Photography Evangelical Christians sponsor “Youngstown Celebrates Israel,” raising $13,000 — see story page 11.

Volume 12, Number 5 t May 2015 t Iyar - Sivan 5775 JJmm is a Publication of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Celebrating 80 years of Federation The 2015 Annual Meeting of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Monday, May 18, 7 p.m. Jewish Community Center On the Agenda The election and installation of Federation Agency Board Members The Annual Endowment Memorial Service The presentation of the Esther Marks Memorial Volunteer Service Award to Alan Nathan Abe Harshman Leadership Award to Rochelle Miller Marvin & Sara Itts Community Service Award to B’nai B’rith Aaron Grossman Lodge #339 for Operation Snowflake Suzi M. Kooperman Youth Leadership Award to Meryl Schor Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Jewish Community Center Human Services 3-Year terms ending 2018 3-Year terms ending 2018 3-Year terms ending 2018 Andi Baroff Harold Davis Dr. Bettina Clebone Atty. Alan Kretzer Randall Goldberg Dr. Mark Perlman Richard Marlin Joe Hollander Marc Rubin Tod Newman Terri Kaback Linda Sniderman Jeff Simon Dr. Harriet Schor Debbi Tosi Jewish Community Relations Council Tom Shapiro Dr. Nancy Wagner 2-Year terms ending 2017 Term ending 2017 Dr. Lisa Weiss Terri Anderson Neil Yutkin Scott Lewis Term ending 2016 The community is invited to attend the annual meeting at no charge, but Rochelle Miller Fran Dreyfus reservations are requested. R.S.V.P. by Andrew Moyer May 14 to (330) 746-3250 x 108 or at Stephanie Shapiro www.jewishyoungstown.org. Dr. Helene Sinnreich Youngstown Area Neil Yutkin Jewish Federation

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2 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 What’s in this month’s Jewish Journal? May Dates to Remember Culture...... 4-5 Kent State Massacre...... May 4, 1970 Federation...... 2 Mother’s Day...... May 10 Heritage Manor anniversary...... 15 Ohev Tzedek Fiddler Fundraiser...... May 14 Holocaust commemoration...... 17 Shavuot...... May 23-25 Israel...... 20 Memorial Day...... May 25 JCC activities...... 18-21 Installation – Rabbi Oresky...... May 29 JCRC...... 17 Heritage Manor Gala...... May 31 Memorials...... 22-23 Candle-Lighting Times Real Jewish Mothers...... 12-13 May 1 8:01 p.m.

Schlichim...... 4 May 8 8:08 p.m.

Synagogues and Sisterhoods...... 6-9 May 15 8:16 p.m.

Universities...... 10-11 May 22 8:22 p.m. Youngstown Celebrates Israel...... 11 May 29 8:28 p.m.

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4 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Culture Jewish Film Festival time against Arab invaders in defense of an ill-equipped Jewish state. At risk of losing their citizenship and their lives, they smuggle out surplus planes and ammunition, training in secret as they make preparations to rescue Is- rael from certain annihilation. Relying on a small squadron of rickety aircraft, a handful of young foreign pilots turn the tide of Israel’s War of Independence and lay the foundation for the Israeli Air Force. With pluck, humor and chutzpah, these now-aging wingmen colorfully recount their remarkable mission. on May 3, from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm wife (Elisabeth Duda), he is given shel- Other interviews include family de- Receiving the Audience Award for ter and a new identity. Passing himself scendants, scholars, Israeli President Best Drama at the 2014 Los Angeles off as Jurek, a Christian war orphan, Shimon Perez, and actor Paul Reu- Jewish Film Festival 2014, Run Boy the intrepid boy traverses the coun- bens (aka Pee-wee Herman) whose fa- Run, a superlative saga of courage and tryside from village to village, working ther flew sorties against an advancing compassion, tells the extraordinary as a farmhand under an ever-present Iraqi army. true story of a Polish boy who seeks threat of persecution. Testimonies are enhanced by daz- Two films remain in the Jewish the kindness of others in his solitary Some will help him survive and oth- Film Festival. Both will be shown in zling aerial dogfights recreated by struggle to outlast the Nazi occupation ers will betray him. Just when it seems May. George Lucas’s special effects shop In- and keep alive his Jewish faith. his childhood memories and identity The first, the documentary Above dustrial Light & Magic. Escaping the Warsaw ghetto at the could be lost forever, Jurek’s harrow- and Beyond, tells the story of a ragtag Directed by Roberta Grossman behest of his father, nine-year old Sru- ing journey culminates in a power- band of volunteer airmen that mobi- (Hava Nagila: The Movie) and pro- lik (movingly portrayed by twin child house conclusion and postscript. An unforgettable cinematic expe- lizes in the skies above Israel to fight duced by Nancy Spielberg, Above and actors Andrzej and Kamil Tkacz) flees rience featuring exceptional perfor- for the fledgling nation’s survival. Beyond is the first film to present the to the woods. There, he learns to hide mances, arresting cinematography Barely home from World War II true story behind this gallant and dar- from SS patrols and scour for food, and transcendent musical score, Run combat, these ace pilots – mostly ing wartime escapade. until loneliness and the harsh onset of Boy Run is directed by Oscar-winner Jewish-Americans – find themselves Above and Beyond will be shown winter drive him back to civilization. Pepe Danquart and based on the best- compelled to do battle yet again, this at the Butler Institute of American Art Taken in by a kindhearted farmer’s selling Holocaust novel by Israeli au- Since 1958 thor Uri Orlev. Run Boy Run will be shown at Tinseltown on May 12 at 7 p.m. Jerry Lee’s Tickets for each film are $5 per Quality Jewelers person. To purchase, please contact the Jewish Community Center Bur- OUT sar Office at 330-746-3250 ext. 195. GOING O F BUSINESS SALE

SAVE REGISTER TO UP TO WIN $1000 % Shopping Spree! OFF* *Some Items Excluded 20 Federal Plaza W. Youngstown, OH 44503 • 330-747-3400 Hours: Mon.-Fri.70 9:30-4:30; Sat. 9:30-3 Furniture & Fixtures for sale MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 5 Temple El Emeth El Emeth Sisterhood Board of Directors Tuesday, May 5 at Sherri Clayman honored at annual donor luncheon 7:30 pm. Executive Committee at 6:30. By Mary Lou Finesilver The Jewish Christian Dialogue It’s May, it’s May, the Lusty Month Wednesday, May 6 of May — sound familiar from 7 p.m. Camelot? SLN Hindu Temple And here it is folks. It is May. Now At its last session of the year, Jew- come the thoughts of sitting on the ish-Christian Dialogue will meet at enclosed porch with the windows the SLN Hindu Temple at 6464 Sodom wide open and the breeze coming Hutchings Rd. in Girard for a tour and through. I’m dreaming of having program. All are welcome to attend lunch and breakfast on the porch or and are asked to gather at the Hindu maybe sitting on the deck taking in Temple at 7 pm. a little sun while enjoying the peace and quiet of a warm summer day. Sisterhood Shabbat But wait! Oy Vey!! There is some- Saturday, May 9 thing missing! Nothing to sit on. All 9:30 am. the chairs and tables are still covered Sisterhood members and their chil- on the porch; the deck needs to be dren will participate in the service. A power-washed. Then all the furniture Kiddush luncheon honoring Sister- needs to be pulled out to wash along hood members will follow. During with the rug. Then to put the porch the service the Synagogue will also be back together; bring up the TV, (have honoring our graduating senior, Mer- to have the TV on the porch), the tele- yl Schor. RSVP to the Temple if plan- phone and all the lamps, pillows and ning to attend. covers. Shavuot program for children But wait — first we have to have Friday, May 15 all eight screens removed from the 4-5:30 p.m. porch and 48 panes of glass washed. The children will learn about the And when all that is done, we can fix holiday and watch as Rabbi opens the up the porch. Sherri Clayman, center, was named Honorable Mensch of the Day. With her are (from left) Torah. He will also demonstrate He- Then we can enjoy the peace and Debbi Grinstein, donor co-chair; Janine Silverman, donor co-chair; Mrs. Clayman; Rochelle brew calligraphy. Crafts and a snack quiet or not — then out comes the Vegh, donor co-chair; and Mary Lou Finesilver, Sisterhood president. will follow. More information will be dog next door who wants to play with forthcoming. our dogs, and of course, the dogs that was Sherri Clayman: a real asset to Don’t forget that Sisterhood may “Shmoozing with Smulik” live across the back that never stop our sisterhood and one of my right stop large meetings for a couple of Monday, May 18 barking. Never let it be said that our hand women. months, but we never stop working 10: 30 a.m. puppies don’t return the barks. They May 12 will be the closing meeting for you and for our Temple. That is Temple El Emeth’s Yiddish group, wouldn’t be outdone for anything. But for this fiscal year. Elior and Eran Liss really why we exist, you know. will meet at the Synagogue. Coffee and after a while, you stop hearing that our Schlichim, will be speaking of Sisterhood Shabbat will be May 9, Danish will be provided. Everyone is noise, you pick up a book or listen to their experiences here in the United and I know that Elyse Silverman and invited to join in some Yiddish dis- some music and “It’s May, It’s May.... States and with us. They are a lovely Ronna Marlin will be looking for par- cussion and fun with Sam Kooperman OK, big bucks time. The real rea- couple who will be missed when they ticipants. So get out your kippot, la- leading the group. son for this column is to let you know return home. dies. You will be needed either on the Women’s Rosh Chodesh what Sisterhood is up to. So here The president of the Central Great pulpit or as part of the congregation. Tuesday, May 19 comes some of that information. Lakes Region will be a guest at our Please support the Sisterhood pro- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Donor was lovely as always, and luncheon. Debbi Green seems to be a grams and funds, such as Giant Eagle Carol Gottesman leads the study our chairmen Debbi Grinstein, Janine lovely young woman, and I am sure Gift Cards, Mitzvah Fund, Children’s session. All women are invited to come Silverman, Rochelle Vegh, and Sandy you will all want to meet her. Her re- Nachas Fund, Torah Fund, and Flow- for brunch and the study session. Altman did a fine job. Our Honorable gion is so large that I don’t know how er Fund. (Continued on page 7) Mench of the Day, if you didn’t know, she does it all. Till we meet again, Shalom……..

6 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Rodef Sholom Rodef Sholom Sisterhood News Passover was wonderful! Art voted on, April 20, at the home of Jodie Einzig, from the Fire Grill BBQ in Damioli. Watch for further updates to Girard, created a menu for our 1st learn about your new representatives. Night Congregational Seder that was Save Sunday, May 17, for Rodef outstanding, delicious, and plenti- Sisterhood’s donor brunch. This ful. Everyone is still raving about the kick-off event will include a fashion meal and the fun time that was had show conducted by Celeena. Salon by all. Thank you to everyone for all Mingle will be preparing the hair your help. We did it! Not bad for a and makeup. Make reservations to first attempt by our Sisterhood. the Temple office by May 13. Did you know that our Sisterhood Every few months, we want to was one of the founding members for honor a special member of our Sister- Women for Reform Judaism? WRJ hood. Evelyn Solomon was the first. has non-voting seats in the United This month, we would like to honor Nations – that’s pretty impressive. Marilyn Oyer, our current treasurer, On March 30. Lisa Singer (WRJ for her many devoted years of service Dr. Mari Alschuler received one of three Youngstown State University Diversity Campus Central District Northeast Ohio to our Sisterhood. Even when Rodef Area director) and Sandy Adland no longer maintained an active Sis- Leadership awards at Stambaugh Auditorium in March. Dr. Alschuler, assistant professor (president-elect for one of the eight terhood, Marilyn paid the bills, made of social work and the faculty co-liason for the Student Social Workers for Veterans and WRJ districts) presented informa- donations, took care of the member- Military Social Work student group, chairs the Rodef Sholom Social Action Committee.Pic- tion about WRJ. We discussed how ship and organized luncheons for the tured from left: Dr. Sylvia Imler, YSU’s chief diversity officer, Dr. Mari Alschuler, YSU President WRJ can support, inform and edu- Shabbat Lecture Series. Marilyn plays James Tressel and Provost Martin Abraham. cate us to enhance our Sisterhood many vital roles in our Temple. In ad- experience and adhere to our mis- dition to being a past president, Mari- Brotherhood Shabbat Service 6 p.m. sion statement. Together we can pro- lyn also took on the responsibility for Friday, May 8 Handler Hall vide our members with a multitude many Mitzvah Meals we have so sadly 6 p.m. Come to pray as you never have be- of experiences to make this your served. Without Marilyn, many Sis- Tamarkin Chapel fore! Sisterhood. We look forward to con- terhood activities would have disap- Join us as we honor Tod Newman as Sisterhood Donor Brunch tinuing this process and have begun peared or been less than stellar. Thank this year’s recipient of the Rodef Sunday, May 17 to investigate working with other you, Sister. Sholom Brotherhood Service Award 10:30 a.m. Sisterhoods in our district. How ex- Happy Mother’s Day to all of our for his years of dedication and hard Handler Hall citing to develop new relationships Sisterhood Moms out there! work for the Temple and the Jewish while learning and sharing. What Respectfully submitted Fashion Show By Celeena Community. Hair & Makeup by Salon Mingle better way to network! Sally Blau and Kandy Rawl Congregation Rodef Sholom Annual Nominations were presented and R.S.V.P. to the Temple by Wednesday, Congregational Meeting May 13. election of officers and trustees New and 50-year members El Emeth news (continued from page 6) Wednesday, May 13 service and dinner 7:15 p.m. Erev Shavuot 30. Friday, May 29 Tamarkin Chapel Saturday, May 23 Guest Cantor Sarah Levine will be 6 p.m. The nominees selected by the nomi- 5:45 p.m. here that weekend and will participate Welcome Rodef’s new members and nating committee for election to our in the Shabbat evening service Friday honor those in the congregation Shavuot Services board of trustees — night, with a dinner following, and the who have been members for 50 or Sunday, May 24 Jeff Simon — President Shabbat morning service on Saturday, more years. Reservations are required 9:30 a.m. and Arthur Greenbaum — Vice President with a Kiddush luncheon to follow. We and must be received by May 25. 5:45 p.m. look forward to welcoming Sarah to Alden Chevlen — Treasurer Aaron Hively — Secretary Rodef Sholom Monday morning, May 25 Temple El Emeth. Daily Minyans Claudia Axelson — Trustee Social Action Committee 9:30 a.m. Dale Damioli — Trustee Each afternoon, including Satur- A family program at Second Harvest Yizkor will be Monday morning at Michael Rawl — Trustee days, at 5:45 p.m., with Friday morn- Food Bank approximately 11:15 a.m. Visual t’fi lah Shabbat service on Start your day by helping others Seminary Shabbat ing Minyan at 7 a.m. Shabbat Services are held each Saturday morning at our 100-inch screen. in our community and teach your Friday May 29 – Saturday, May Friday, May 15 9:30 a.m. (Continued on page 9)

MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 7 BUYING OR SELLING A HOME? Special events at Ohev Tzedek

Call Bett Clebone, Ph.D. Ohev Tzedek will sponsor three show. Reservations must be made by “The House Doctor” major events in May. The first will May 9 at noon. Further information is take place on Thursday May 14 when available at 330-758-2321. 330-501-SOLD (7653) we will sponsor one night of the per- On May 29 at 6 p.m. a potluck din- Realtor® formance of “Fiddler on the Roof” at ner will be held at the Hoffmeister Pa- Multi-Million Dollar the Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Play- vilion in Boardman Park. There will be Producer house Lane, off Glenwood Avenue. a Kabbalat Shabbat Service and a jam The musical, a long-runningsession with a variety of music also. www.Northwood.com/Agents/Bett_CleboneWhere You’re #1! Broadway favorite, starting at 7:30 The final event will be the Installa- Bet on Bett! p.m, is being produced in conjunction tion of new Ohev Tzedek Rabbi Saul with Ballet Western Reserve, whose Oresky at the Temple on Saturday, artistic director, Stas Kmiec, will di- May 30. The Rabbi will be installed at rect and choreograph the play. the service by Rabbi Jonathan Cohen, Tickets will be available through Rabbi Oresky’s good friend, mentor, the office at Ohev Tzedek Temple, and rabbi of his former shul Mishkan 5245 Glenwood Avenue, Youngstown Torah, Ohio. A Kiddush will be sponsored by Tickets are $14 for the play and $18 the congregation following the ser- with a dessert reception following the vice. Ohev Tzedek Services Regular Shabbat services Minyan Saturdays Thursdays 9:45 a.m. 7:30 a.m. Shavuot services to be announced.

Volunteers needed to lead Saturday morning services at Heritage Manor Do you have a heart for the el- derly? Can you engage older people with compassion and understanding? If you can answer “yes” to these ques- tions, you may be ideally suited to lead services at Heritage Manor. The Jewish home needs volunteers — adults or teens to lead weekly Shab- bat services in the home’s chapel. Services are held every Saturday The Heritage Sabbath Prayer Book with the from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. A kiddush fol- Torah blessings adjacent. lows the service. The “Forward” of the prayer book A knowledge of Hebrew is not nec- says, “[It] was affectionately designed essary. As Heritage Executive Direc- to meet the specific needs of the resi- tor Gary Weiss explains, “Any prayer dents of Heritage Manor and Heritage shared will be meaningful to our el- [now Levy] Gardens. derly.” “Every effort has been made to A special Saturday Morning Sab- make the Siddur lighter to hold, the bath Prayer Book was created in 1998 print larger and easier to read, and by the Heritage Religious Committee, the pages more manageable.” when Morton Small (of blessed mem- Please contact Gary Weiss for fur- ory) was its chairman. ther information. 8 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Ohev Tzedek Rodef Social Action Shavuot: An underappreciated festival (cont’d from page 7) children the value of volunteering! By Rabbi Saul Oresky place ourselves there and then with all rates the giving of the Torah, which we (Minimum age: 8 years old) Congregation Ohev Tzedek of the Israelites. We all left Egypt on cannot simply read and immediately Date: Sunday, June 7 Pesach, and we all stood at Sinai on understand fully but which requires 9:30 a.m. – noon It is clear in Shavuot. diligent study, inquiry, and guidance, Location: Second Harvest Food the Torah what And yet, Shavuot, even with this the holiday itself asks that we invest Bank, 2805 Salt Springs Road Passover and momentous designation, remains a ourselves a bit, to use our creative R.S.V.P. by June 3 to the Temple of- Sukkot are largely unobserved, unappreciated selves to beautify the holiday. fice at (330) 744-5001 about; the lib- festival on the Jewish calendar. One This is often done by decorating the It’s anyone’s guess what partici- eration from reason might be that it has a singular bimah with flowers and fresh cuttings; pants will be asked to pack! Wear lay- Egypt and the lack of visible ritual, a deficiency not special Shavuot paper-cuttings (called ers — it can be cold when you start, dwelling in in the least felt by its fellow pilgrimage shavuselehs) with nature themes be- but the activity warms you! booths (or tab- festivals, Pesach and Sukkot. came an art form dedicated to the A light breakfast will be served to ernacles, the While Pesach has matzah and bit- beautification of the holiday. the volunteers. However you choose to observe English name for the holiday) that ters and all the other symbols of the Tri-County Hadassah followed the Exodus are easily com- seder meals, and while Sukkot has the the holiday, be it by attending servic- prehended ideas. ultimate religious symbol, the sukkah, es, or our tikkun leil Shavuot at Ohev Donor Luncheon Shavuot, however, which follows in which we can actually live the sev- Tzedek on Saturday night May 23, or at Congregation Rodef Sholom Pesach by only seven weeks (hence en days of the festival, Shavuot has… by eating a slice of cheesecake while Tuesday, June 9 • 11 a.m. its name, the Feast of Weeks), is a lit- what? Dairy foods. thinking of the giving of the Torah (!), Renowned caterer, Joan Schwebel, tle harder to get. We now know it as A cheese blintz can hardly stand or by simply making a commitment to will present a cooking demonstration. learn more Torah this year, I hope that not only Chag HaKatzir (feast of the up next to a well-decorated sukkah A regional Hadassah representa- Shavuot becomes an even more mean- harvest, marking the end of the seven as a powerful religious symbol. Al- tive will speak after lunch. ingful holiday for you and your family. weeks since the standing grain in the though the reasons for eating dairy Invitations will be sent to the Chag sameakh membership. fields was first harvested) or asYom on Shavuot are interesting and varied, New members are welcome Habikkurim (day of first fruits), but they still don’t make for vivid family more significantly, perhaps, as Zman iconography in the same way that a Matan Torateinu (the season of the Pesach seder might. giving of our Torah). Greater symbolism had accompa- However, the Torah says nothing nied the festival while the Temples yet about the latter designation, neither stood (the grain and first fruit offer- in its references to Shavuot nor when ings) but was lost with the destruction the Revelation is presented. Linking of the Second Temple in 70 C.E. Shavuot to the Revelation at Sinai So it seems we have to work a little was a completely rabbinic innova- to draw on the religious meaning in tion. Since both Pesach and Sukkot the festival. Luckily, the Jews have al- had both agricultural and historical ways been masters of innovation. The mystics of Safed in the 16th Century, significance as presented in the Torah, the same folks who gave us the kab- the rabbis might have assumed that balat Shabbat service, invented a fitting Shavuot must have a historical tie as commemoration of Shavuot as well — well, and since the Revelation was not the tikkun leil Shavuot — in which a connected to a precise time (the To- set order of sources (tikkun means an rah says that it happened “in the third established order) was studied all night month”), Shavuot became an appro- in anticipation of receiving the Torah priate date for the Revelation. at dawn. (Not surprisingly, the intro- This construct has a beautiful bal- duction of coffee had not preceded this ance: Pesach as the festival of libera- custom by many years!) A modern-day tion followed at the end of the omer tikkun might feature a looser array of period (the 49 days between the study sessions, films, discussions, and, holidays, when a sheaf of grain was of course, dairy refreshments. brought each day to count the time) It’s fitting, however, that we have to by the Revelation at Sinai on Shavuot. work to draw out the festival’s mean- In both seasons, we are instructed to ing; because Shavuot now commemo- MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 9 Kent State’s Jewish Studies program turns 40, honors longest-serving director

G.I. who helped in their liberation. variety of classes, national speakers, Chaya Kessler, director of Kent conferences and study trips to Israel State’s Jewish Studies Program, en- and Poland,” Ms. Kessler said. courages the public to support the Dr. Prior to 1975, Kent State courses re- Herbert Hochhauser Endowed Fund lated to Jewish studies were offered as for Jewish Studies to fund scholar- “Heritage Studies” classes and includ- ships for students, guest speakers and ed courses in Hebrew language and education-abroad opportunities. Yiddish stories and theatre. In 1975, “For 40 years, the Jewish Studies a distinct Jewish Studies Program was Program at Kent State University has founded with a grant from the Jewish brought the university into the com- Services Center – Five Communities munity and the community of North- Board of Akron, Canton, Cleveland, east Ohio to the university through a Kent and Youngstown. (Continued on page11) Kent State sponsors trip to Poland

Dr. Herbert Hochhauser and Dr. Saul Friedman (of blessed memory) with Emmy awards re- ceived for documentaries about the Holocaust. Kent State University’s Jewish Stud- University of Akron and the Univer- ies Program will host a gala, “Memo- sity of Innsbruck Austria in 19th-cen- ries, Milestones, Momentum,” in hon- tury German literature. or of its 40th anniversary on May 17 at He taught German literature and the Kent State Hotel and Conference Jewish studies at Kent State for 35 Center located at 215 Depeyster St. in years. He served as the director of the downtown Kent. Ohio Council on Holocaust Educa- The celebration features a tribute to tion (now Ohio Council on Holocaust the program’s longest-serving direc- tor Herbert Hochhauser, Ph.D., who and Genocide Education) and direc- served for 20 years, and the late Saul tor of Kent State’s Ethnic Heritage and Friedman, Ph.D., who taught in the Jewish Studies programs. program for 20 years. He also served as director of the Ak- Cocktails will be served starting ron Jewish Community High School at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the and led numerous meetings and semi- Twenty students and five faculty The group was hosted for a Shabbat members from Kent State University program at 6 p.m., including remarks nars featuring guest experts on various dinner at the Krakow Jewish Commu- by Kent State President Beverly War- — under the direction of Jewish Stud- aspects of Holocaust studies in North- nity Center along with more than 100 ren. Free parking is available in the ies Director Chaya Kessler — spent other people visiting from around the garage adjacent to the hotel. Dinner east Ohio and beyond. His more recent their spring break in Poland on a short and one drink costs $100 per person. work focused on helping to expose world. While there, the students had study abroad trip based on the course the opportunity and honor to meet Dinner includes a choice of salmon, German physicians and corporations “Perception and Remembrance of the and hear the story of a Righteous Gen- vegetarian or supervised kosher meals that conducted unethical medical ex- Holocaust.” (available upon request). Reservations periments on prisoners of war. tile, Paulina Kisielewska, who is pic- are required by May 5. The group spent two days in War- In addition to his academic ca- tured above. This was such a success- Herbert Hochhauser was born in saw and was able to visit to the recent- reer, he has produced numerous films ly opened museum dedicated to the ful trip on so many levels that the dean Berlin in 1935. After his parents were of the College of Arts and Sciences is sent to a labor camp, he spent four about the Holocaust and has worked 1,000 years of Jewish life and history planning on making this an annual years in orphanages in Switzerland with such notable survivors as Elie in Poland. and France. He was reunited with his Wiesel, Robert Clary and Leon Bass, The subsequent four days were part of the Kent State Study Abroad parents and immigrated to the United Ph.D. He won seven Emmy Awards spent in Krakow including a visit to experience. States in 1948. He received his Bach- from the National Academy of Televi- Plaszow and the museum of Schindler’s This trip was made possible, in large elor of Arts from Ohio University in sion Arts and Sciences, including his factory. A day was spent at Auschwitz/ part, thanks to the generous grant German history, his master’s degree most recent for his documentary Be- Birkenau that, by the students’ own from the Thomases Family Founda- from Middlebury College in German yond the Fence, the story of two survi- accounts was a life changing experi- tion of the Youngstown Area Jewish ence that they will never forget. literature, and his doctorate from the vors of Buchenwald and the American Federation. 10 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 ‘Youngstown Celebrates Israel’ brings 800 Christians to New Life Church Federation leaders and other The organization’s website says, members of the Jewish community “Eagles’ Wings is a global missional had no idea that when they attended community based outside of Buffalo, “Youngstown Celebrates Israel” at NY, with hubs in the New York City New Life Church on April 22 they area; Karlsruhe, Germany; and Jerusa- would encounter hundreds of Chris- lem, Israel.” tians from more than 20 churches in Dr. Stearns acknowledged the dis- the area waving Israeli flags as they comfort many Jews might feel by their cheered “the miracle of Jerusalem” presence in a Christian house of wor- and the people of Israel. ship saying, “It is not a small or easy The “tribute to the nation of Isra- thing for a Jewish person to come in- el and the Jewish people around the side a church. There is understandable world” as the event was described on suspicion and fear.” He continued, the printed program, had been orga- “you are most welcome in this house nized by Pastor Juan Rivera of New of G o d .” Life, Bishop David Thomas of Victory As if to underscore that point, the Christian Center, and Pastor Lock P. event’s planners had even scheduled Beachum, Jr. of Victory Liberty with a kosher reception to follow the main the help of ministers from churches in rally where representatives of the Jew- Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trum- ish community and the participating bull counties. ministers could meet and talk infor- But it was Dr. Robert Stearns, exec- mally. utive director of Eagles Wings and the In a video projected above the Photo: Mike Capps Photography evening’s main speaker, who brought main stage, Dr. Stearns showed a rally the crowd to its feet as he exhorted his in a Jerusalem stadium where 10,000 “My parents would have never imagined me on the pulpit of a church,” said Temple El audience neither to be silent nor still, Christians were joined by 300 Israeli Emeth’s Rabbi Joseph Schonberger as he addressed the enthusiastic supporters of Israel but “To become the shofar; To lift up soldiers, explaining, “thousands of at New Life Church. the shout of Hallelujah that ISIS will churches in 117 nations are praying To protect Israel, Dr. Stearns said, A particularly moving part of the hear in Baghdad and Damascus, that for the peace of Jerusalem ... and mil- “We must lift up our eyes to the God program occurred when Dr. Stearns in- the people of Israel live...and their en- lions of Christians are standing with of Israel — not to Obama, the U.N., or emies will be scattered.” the people of Israel.” vited the Federation’s Israeli schlichim, the E.U. [European Union].” Eran and Elior Liss and Koby Sigler to In accepting Jews from around the join him on the stage to sing Hatikvah, Kent State continued from page 10) world, Israel has had to face the task as the words were projected on the of caring for some in immigrant com- screens allowing the audience to sing Event Registration Details munities, for the old — even Holo- as well. Please send your dinner reservation check for $100 per person (payable to caust survivors, Dr. Stearns said. To Kent State University Foundation Hochhauser Fund) to Kent State University that end, Eagles’ Wings has established Michael R. Holub, a representa- Jewish Studies Program, 113D Bowman Hall, Kent, OH 44242 by May 5. feeding centers for the impoverished tive of the Development Corporation For more information about the event and about donating to the Dr. Herbert in Israel — Jews and Arabs. for Israel/Israel Bonds which was one Hochhauser Endowed Fund for Jewish Studies, contact Kessler at [email protected] Calling on his audience to place of the events sponsors, was also sur- or 330-672-8926. their treasure where their hearts are, his prised by the overwhelming support For more information about Kent State’s Jewish Studies Program, visit www. request for an offering raised $13,000 for Israel. As he put it, “being in a kent.edu/jewishstudies. for Eagles’ Wings work in Israel. room so pro-Israel leaves you numb.” 

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Happy Mothers Day By Patricia R. Kelvin Editor, Jewish Journal

ll the women on these pages live up to the expectations set forth in the Book of Proberbs. You will not find the kind of stereotypical Jewish mothers, made infamous by authors like Philip Roth and Borsht Belt Acomedians. Instead, you will read of women who not only established exemplary lives for themselves, their husbands and families, but women whose examples fos- tered generational commitment to Judaism and Jewish life — not only in the Photos: Left — Laurel Chevlen and Ellen Zlotnick, their mother Helene Zlotnick seated. greater Youngstown area where they made, and are making, their homes, but Center — seated, Mollie Kessler; standing around her, from left, her daughter-in-law also in whichever communities their children and their children’s children have settled. Chaya Kessler, her daughters, Susie Geffen and Amy Kessler, and friend Jeanie Peskin. ollie Kessler can boast of children, their spouses and her grandchildren Upper right — Dozens of Davises — and Grossmans — enjoying brunch before the wed- Mwho are rabbis, Jewish educators, a playwright, the director of the Jew- ding of Marla Davis, granddaughter of Rhoda Grossman Davis (and her husband, Bill, of ish Community Center, scientists, a musician, and a tech company executive. blessed memory) and daughter of Linda and Murray Davis. Rhoda Davis is third from the Mollie’s husband, Gerald Kessler (of blessed memory) had two brothers left in the back row, next to grandson Max Davis. (Photos on this page by Patricia Kelvin.) (Milton and Morrie) and a sister (Dorothy) who all married and raised their families in the Youngstown area. “Every Saturday and Sunday, all the Kesslers

She stretches out her hand to the poor; yea she reaches forth her hands to the needy (Proverbs 31:20) 12 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 A woman of valor who can find? For her price is far above rubies (Proverbs 31:10)

were all together. It was so wonderful,” Church in downtown Youngstown. Sandy Hirschl is actively involved in elen Zlotnick, and her daugh- she said. That program subsequently became managing husband Jerry Hirschl’s op- Hters Laurel and Ellen reflect As Mrs. Kessler explains, “Our a school that opened 13 years ago in tometric practice. a different picture of Jewish mother- whole life was around the Temple a different building and with a new Although, she now lives in Florida hood. (Ohev Tzedek). The mothers cooked name — The Mollie Kessler School. most of the time, her sons — Barry In her 30s, Mrs. Zlotnick went back in the kitchen while the kids played hoda Davis, the daughter of and wife Miriam, Harold and his wife to school for a degree in education. Af- in the social hall.” She said all the chil- RHolocaust survivors came to Marilyn, and Murray and his wife ter a member of the Boardman High dren were the same age, so they grew Youngstown from her home in Mon- Linda — and daughter have continued School faculty died, she was hired to up together.” She added, “Because my treal after she married Bill Davis, a to live in this area with their families, teach two classes — working around mother-in-law Rose lived here, ev- Youngstown-area businessman. and each of those families can boast her children’s needs. (Barry Davis was erybody came for Passover.” And she, At first, she said, “There were just children whose lives have been dedi- one of her students.) laughed, “all the kids went to Hebrew the two of us, but now, we fill more cated to Jewish activities and Israel. Mrs. Zlotnick says that while her school — they hated it, but they still than two rows at the Temple” (Ohev She said that a green toy parrot children were growing up, she was ac- went. Tzedek). hung from her kitchen chandelier, and tive at Temple Rodef Sholom. “God has been so good to us,” Mrs. Educated as a bookkeeper, for the parrot wore a button that read, In the 1970s, she earned a master’s Kessler says. many years she worked with her hus- “We are all Zionists,” and perhaps that in education — community coun- But Mrs. Kessler has also been good band at their business, the Davis Mo- love of Israel has united all the Da- seling and became one of Northeast to the community. As a special educa- tel in North Lima. “There used to be vises. Mrs. Davis says “all the cousins Ohio’s foremost sex educators. tion teacher, 1973, she founded the All just 22 rooms she said. Now there are love each other and are there for each Her daughters refer to her as the Children Learn Differently Learning 46. Bill would have been so proud.” other,” as the above photo demon- “Dr. Ruth of Youngstown.” She taught Center and School, a program for chil- Barry and Murray Davis still man- strates. in schools, in churches, and at mental dren and adults with learning disabili- age the motel, while brother Harold ties housed in the First Presbyterian has an accounting firm.. Daughter Strength and dignity are her clothing (Proverbs 31:25)

MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 13 Every wise woman builds her house (Proverbs 14:1) health centers. llen Zlotnick, now an ESL se- well the pressures faced by women in Jewish Mothers (continued Daughter Ellen Zlotnick (her hus- Enior specialist for Cambridge the academic world. “I worked 80- from page 13) band is Sasha Lamb) said that while University Press holds a master’s de- hour weeks to establish my career, other daughters and moms might gree from Northwestern University. then after five years I could slow down meet to go shopping, we met in Cleve- She traveled extensively and taught to 60 hours a week.” She added, Hav- land for a conference on transgenders, English in Spain for three years. ing children forced me to slow down aurel Chevlen, an alumna of When she turned 40, she said she and not be such a workaholic. ,’ LGoucher College, as are her started to get “panicky” about ever “I am much more patient now,” she mother and daughter Dorie, explains getting married. But then she met Sa- says. “I am able to laugh internally at that while she grew up as a reform Jew, sha Lamb, and to their surprise Ellen the little tantrums the younger me meeting her observant husband, Dr. gave birth to a set of fraternal twins wouldn’t handle as well.” Eric Chevlen, meant keeping a kosher like her sister. Nonetheless, she serves as presi- home out of the love she had for him. With younger children, Ellen plays dent of the Friends of the Mahon- an active role in Rodef Sholom sister- ing Valley Birth Center, and is on the Her challenge came from having hood and the activities planned for boards of both Polish Youngstown two sets of twins within 11 months. kids by the JCC and MSJS.. and the Jewish Community Relations “It was a tough time with four teens elene Sinnreich, of all the Council. doing different things, and sometimes Hmothers on these pages, has As the granddaughter of Holocaust we had to compromise on Jewish ob- the youngest children — Nathan, 3 survivors — her father was born a dis- servance,” she said. “But I learned not 1/2, and Noah, nine months. She mar- placed persons camp in Romania — to go out on Friday nights. ried her husband, Wesley Johnson, on the Shoah has informed her personal Now an empty-nester with all of 10-10-10, but waited until after she and professional life. Dr. Sennreich her children in — or nearly done — was tenured to have children. earned her Ph.D. in Jewish and Eu- Dr. Helene Sinnreich with sons Nathan and with college, she has tried to enjoy the The director of Youngstown State ropean history at Brandeis, spending down time she has earned, but stays Noah. University’s Holocaust and Jewish three years in Poland for her doctoral active in Sisterhood and Hadassah. studies program, Dr. Sennreich knows studies. Forsake not the teaching of thy mother (Proverbs 1:8)

ASSISTED LIVING

14 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Heritage Manor celebrates 50 years of caring for the community Fifty-one years ago, there was no Heritage Manor — but there was a dream of what could be a wonderful home for the Jewish elderly in the re- gion. Thanks to a group of dedicated individuals, on March 8, 1965, that dream became a reality when Heritage opened its doors. Now, in celebrating its 50th anniversary, Heritage Manor shines like gold. Then a committee was planning for the opening; 50 years later a com- mittee is planning for the golden an- niversary. (See adjacent story.) Today, the “Home,” as it is affec- tionately called, not only serves the Jewish elderly, but others in the com- munity who can benefit from the ser- vices of the integrated facility which provides not only long-term services but also adult day-care. In fact, since 2006, Heritage Manor has been a designated Veterans Ad- The Golden Anniversary Planning Committee: Front row, from left, Bobbie Berkowitz, Ronna Marlin, Lenore Ackerman, Carol Mirkin, Sherri ministration provider, and more than 150 veterans have availed themselves Clayman, Marilyn Sniderman, Linda Sniderman, Marilyn Oyer, Louise Kannensohn. Back row, from left, Gary Weiss, Bob Lev, Elyse Silver- of what Heritage has to offer. It is one man, Phyllis Perlman, Norton German, Howard Sniderman. Not pictured: Myra Benedikt, Eva Cropp, Suzyn Schwebel Epstein, Alice Franklin, of the very few facilities in the Valley Inez Heal, Florence Mirkin, Terry Roth, Dorothy Schwebel, Anita Shapiro. which has received the coveted VA approval. Planning Committee arranged special events for the ‘Golden Oldie’ Those vets are among the 2,000 in- Linda Sniderman and Marilyn and Gary Weiss. Other steering com- dividuals who have come to Heritage Sniderman have co-chaired the plan- mittee members are Norton German, Heritage Manor will spon- over the past 50 years, coming to the ning committee. The first planning Terry Roth, Anita Shapiro, Activities sor a Gala event on Sunday home, in the words of Executive Di- committee meeting was held in June Director Bobbie Berkowitz, Assistant May 31 at 6 p.m. at the Jewish rector Gary Weiss “not to die, but to 2014. Committee assignments were Administrator Cristal Vincent, and Community Center. Music will live.” Mr. Weiss has been the adminis- made. The refreshments committee Executive Director Gary Weiss. be provided by Double O En- trator since 1976 includes Lenore Ackerman, Sherri According to Marilyn Sniderman, tertainment and hors d’oeuvres His longevity at Heritage reflects Clayman, Suzyn Schwebel Epstein, co-chair of the committee, “Since so by Kravitz Delicatessen. Pic- a long-term commitment shared by Alice Franklin, Howard Sniderman many members of our community are tures and a video to highlight many, only a few of whom are de- and Phyllis Perlman. away from Youngstown in the winter the 50- year history of our scribed below. The invitations and decorations months, the planning committee for Home will be shown. From 1965-1972, Marvin H. Itts committee includes Linda Snider- the 50th anniversary celebration felt The committee asks that at- was the first president of Heritage man, Elyse Silverman, Carol Mirkin, strongly that in addition to having a tendees send reply cards no Manor. His daughter Marilyn Oyer is Eva Cropp, Dorothy Schwebel, and party on the actual opening date of later than May 18. active with Heritage today Howard Sniderman. the Home, another event should be Reservations are necessary to Louise Kannensohn was the physi- Photo and video committee mem- held when more community mem- plan for seating and refresh- cal therapist for many years and chair bers include Inez Heal, Bob Lev, Lou- bers might be available. “ ments. Please honor this re- of the volunteer corps — now, she’s quest to help assure a smooth ise Kannensohn, Florence Mirkin, Many people have been active in serving on the anniversary committee running affair. Marilyn Oyer and Marilyn Snider- the original planning for Heritage Terry Roth, the president from man. Manor, in leadership roles for the There is no charge for this gala 1998-2001, and Dr. Norton I. Ger- event but donations in honor The entertainment committee in- running of the Home, in volunteer- man, president from 2007-10, remain of this milestone anniversary active. Marilyn Sniderman was activ- cludes Myra Benedikt and Ronna ing at the Home, in having family and would be gratefully accepted. Marlin. Publicity has been handled friends living at the Home, and in fi- ity director from 1979-01, and now a by Marilyn Sniderman, Talia Hagler, nancially supporting the Home. long-time volunteer who co-chairs the anniversary planning committee. MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 15 Jesse McClain joins Federation staff as Holocaust educator Boardman educator Jesse Mc- year with more than 35 years of Clain has been named Holocaust experience as an eighth grade lan- educational specialist, a new posi- guage arts teacher, educator and tion within the Jewish Community administrator in the Boardman Relations Council. school district. During his career, In announcing the appoint- Lev explains, “Jesse has made the ment, Bruce Lev, president of the study and teaching of the Holocaust Youngstown Area Jewish Federa- and issues of human rights both his tion, said “Although our Jewish hobby and passion.” community no longer has any local According to Mr. Lev, Mr. Mc- living Holocaust Survivors to speak Clain has led and attended intense publicly and bear witness about their teachers’ workshops at the United experiences, teaching the lessons of States Holocaust Memorial Muse- the Holocaust is more important um in Washington, at Yad Vashem now than ever.” He said “Young peo- in Israel, and in many other loca- ple, especially, must learn about the tions throughout the United States roots and ramifications of prejudice, and the world. racism and stereotyping, as well as Further, he serves on statewide the dangers of remaining silent, apa- committees to improve and expand thetic, or indifferent to oppression,” the Ohio’s Holocaust curriculum, Mr. McClain will be available as and directs an annual Holocaust a guest speaker for any area school teacher training workshop locally provide in-service programs as well through his service on the YSU Ju- as Holocaust and anti-genocide curricular materials for area teach- daic and Holocaust Studies Program ers so that they can best introduce Committee. this material in the classroom, par- The Holocaust Commemoration ticularly in light of a new state law and Education Task Force, a com- that requires high school students to mittee of the JCRC, is chaired by study world history. These services, Rabbi Joseph Schonberger and Ro- among many others, will be pro- chelle Miller, children of Holocaust vided to educators at no cost to in- Survivors, and comprises other chil- dividual schools or school districts. dren of Survivors and other interest- Mr. McClain will be retiring this ed volunteers from the community.

16 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Jewish Community Relations Council Remembering the Holocaust

In keeping with historical themes ings, historical perspective, and a set by the United States Holocaust Me- candlelighting ceremony led by family morial Museum in Washington, D.C., members of Survivors. and in commemoration of the 70th Jason Russo, a “master educator” anniversary of the liberation of the for the Holocaust Center of Pitts- Nazi camps, this year’s theme, 1945: burgh, spoke movingly about his Stories of Liberation, addresses why friendship with Violet, a Holocaust remembering the past for the sake of Survivor whose stories and memories the future is an important goal for all, impelled his career in Holocaust edu- and that we all must prevent future cation. genocides by recognizing our collec- In addition to the many classes he tive responsibility when confronted teaches in the United States, Mr. Russo with such crimes. The annual Com- has returned twice to Yad Vashem to munity Holocaust Commemoration teach a workshop at the biannual in- at the Mahoning County Courthouse ternational conference for Holocaust on April 16 featured a special presen- Holocaust Imact Theater: Participants included (alphabetically) Adrian Arnold, Sophie Alp- education. tation by Boardman Center Middle er, Athena Crawford, Faith Johnson, Zachary Simon, Zoe Simon, Kelsey Strosnider, Sidney Mr. Russo and his family have re- School teacher and Holocaust scholar cently moved to the Youngstown area. Sade Turner, Alana Zolda, Aliyah Zoldan. Jesse McClain, the recognition of the He said, “I hope to build bridges be- winners of the JCRC’s annual stu- perished. tion included student-written and tween the Pittsburgh Holocaust Cen- dent Holocaust writing contest, the The annual memorial ceremony at performed dramatic vignettes on ter, Yad Vashem, and the Youngstown presentation of a proclamation by the JCC on April 19 featured a special themes related to the Holocaust. Federation to make the rust belt an Youngstown Mayor John McNally, as performance of the newly reinstated The memorial ceremony also fea- example to the whole country of the well as a memorial candlelighting cer- Holocaust Impact Theater led by Liz tured special student art project pre- importance and value of Holocaust emony to honor the six million who Rubino from the JCC. The presenta- sentations, Holocaust-inspired read- education and remembrance.”

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MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 17 Jewish Community Center American politics, and the crisis in the European iPAD 102 Union. Trip includes transportation, gate pass for This class is for people who have a basic knowl- Adult Programming the day and tip for the bus driver. Meals are on edge of their iPad, but want to learn more. This your own. course will show you how to organize your pho- Darlene’s Destinations Date: Monday, August 10 tos, sync your iPad with your iPhone or iTunes For more information about Adult Programming Leave JCC: 7:30 a.m. and use programs like Dropbox. You’ll also learn contact: Darlene Muller 330-746-3250 ext. 106 Return: 9:00 p.m. how to use your iPad to stay in touch with family and friends. or [email protected]. Minimum: 24 Maximum: 48 Cinderella $50/Member $60/Non Member Date: Mondays: June 1, 8, 15, 22 Rogers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Time: 7:15-8:45 p.m. Jersey Boys Are Back! Location: Adult Lounge Award winning musical from the creators of The How did four blue collar kids become one of the $45/Member $55/Non Member Sound of Music and South Pacific delighting audi- greatest successes in pop music history? Find out ences with its contemporary take on the classic at Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning Best Musi- Smartphone 101 tale. This lush production features an incredible cal of 2006 that takes you up the charts, across Smartphone 101 will teach the basic functions of orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the country and behind the music of Frankie Valli smartphone usage such as checking email, access- the moments you love-the pumpkin, the glass slip- and The Four Seasons. Discover the secret of a 40 ing the internet and social media sites and online per, the masked ball and more plus some surpris- year friendship; four blue-collar kids working their banking. We’ll also teach you how to enjoy the ing new twists! Orchestra seat, transportation and way from the streets of Newark to the heights of features of your smartphone while protecting your tip are included. Dinner on your own. stardom. Experience electrifying performances of personal information. Sunday, August 2 the golden greats that took these guys all the way Date: Thursdays: June 4, 11, 18, 25 Cleveland, OH to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: “Sherry,” “Big Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Leave JCC: 2:30 p.m. Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” Location: Adult Lounge and more. Price includes orchestra seat, tip and Return: 10:00 p.m. $45/Member $55/Non Member $73/Member $83/Non Member transportation. Dinner is on your own. Date: Sunday, September 27 Mah-jongg 101 The Book of Mormon Location: Pittsburgh, PA The game of Mahjong has been experiencing a re- The New York surgence in popularity. Don’t miss the opportunity Leave JCC: 11:00 a.m. Times calls it to learn this great game for all generations. We are “the best musical Return: 7:00 p.m. so fortunate to have Shirley Arnold who has been of this century.” $90/Member $100/Non Member playing and teaching for numerous years to be The Washington J Café your instructor. Each participant must have a cur- Post says, “It is Boardman Jazz Band rent 2015 Mahjongcard that may be purchased at the kind of eve- the Bursar’s Office for $9.00. Invited to the JCC year-after-year, The Boardman ning that restores Jazz Ensembles have performed at numerous jazz Date: Tuesdays: June 2, 9, 16, 23 your faith in mu- festivals, community events and concerts includ- Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. sicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade ing venues at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Location: Adult Lounge A the funniest musical of all time.” Jon Stewart Cleveland and South Street Seaport in New York of the “Daily Show” calls it “A crowning achieve- $45/Member $55/Non Member City. Bring your dancing shoes and don’t miss this ment. So good it makes me angry.” It’s The Book wonderful orchestra performance. Price includes of Mormon, the time Tony Award winning Best lunch and performance. Youth Programming Musical from the creators of “South Park.” Con- tains explicit language. Orchestra seat, transpor- Date: Thursday, May 21 tation and tip are included. Dinner on your own. Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m. For more on Youth Programming contact: Emily Date: Wednesday, August 26 Location: Multi-Purpose Room Collins 330-746-3250 ext. 152 or Location: Cleveland, OH $8/Member $10/Non Member [email protected] Leave JCC: 5:30 p.m. $12 after May 19 Camp JCC 2015 Return: 11 p.m. iPAD 101 Registration is now open A Week-by-Week Guide to Camp Guide for the valley’s mostCAMP JCC ex- $96/Member $106/Non Member WEEK 1 WEEK 7 2015 If you have an iPad, but don’t know how to use June 8-12 July 20-24 Day Camp Day Camp (Theme Day) (Theme Day) citing, fun-filledSpecialty: summerSpecialty: it, this class is perfect for you! iPad 101 will show YSU Theater Camp 3D Printing WEEK 2 Specialty: Horse Back Riding Chautauqua Institute June 15-19 camp. Camp DayJCC Camp hasWEEK 8 (Field Trip) July 27-July 31 you how to set up an email account and App Specialty: Day Camp Come join us during the lazy days of summer on YSU Theater Camp (Field Trip) WEEK 3 Specialty: provided quality expeHorse- Back Riding June 22-26 Advance Specialty Camp: Store account, use the App Store, install new Day Camp Website Design and Development (Field Trip) a wonderful ride to the beautiful Chautauqua In- Specialty: WEEK 9 riences to the Golfgreater Camp August 3-7 WEEK 4 Day Camp apps, and organize your apps. You’ll also learn ba- (Field Trip) June 29-July 3 Specialty: stitute, where we will spend the day. Our speaker Day Camp Lego Camp (Theme Day) Youngstown communityAdvanced Specialty Camp: Specialty: Newscaster Camp sic functions of the iPad. Circus of the Kids WEEK 5 WEEK 10 for the day, Roger Cohen, is a columnist for The August 10-14 July 6-10 Day Camp for more than Day50 Camp years (Color Wars) (Field Trip) Date: Mondays: June 1, 8, 15, 22, Specialty: New York Times and The International New York Mad Scientist Camp Advanced Specialty Camp: and 2015 is setBroadway 360 withto LRS be WEEK 6 Times, and has worked as a foreign correspondent Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m. July 13-17 Day Camp another spectacular(Field Trip) sum- Specialty: REGISTER NOW! Martial Arts Camp 330.746.3250 ext.152 for numerous publications. Cohen has earned par- Advanced Specialty Camp: www.jccyoungstown.org Location: Adult Lounge mer. We offerBroadway 360campers with LRS [email protected] a CAMP JCC ticular respect for his columns on the Middle East, $45/Member $55/Non Member safe environment to ex- Israeli-Palestinian relations, Iran, the Arab Spring, plore dance, arts & crafts, sports, cooking, swim- 18 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 ming, archery and more! We also offer engaging their motor skills. Swim pants or swim diapers are Specialty Camps including Horseback Riding, Ju- Fitness required! nior Golf and for the first time, Camp JCC is proud Date: Saturdays to offer Circus of the Kids! Exciting new Group Exercise classes Time: 9:30 -10:00 a.m. This unique, exciting Specialty Camp offers kids beginning in May! $15/Member $30/Non Member ages 6-14 the opportunity learn and perform trick For more information on Group Exercise contact: Dolphins (3-5 years) roller skating, trapeze and other amazing routines Shelia Cornell 330-746-3250 ext. 184 or groupx@ from circus professionals. To register contact: jccyoungstown.org Children are taught basic swimming skills, pool Camp JCC Director Emily Collins at 330-746- safety tips and water games. These classes run 3250 ext. 152. Cross Training monthly and space is limited. Challenge your body and build lean muscle by engaging in a variety of exercises. This class will Date: Saturdays include lunges, weighted squats, jumping jacks, Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Liz Rubino Studios at the JCC sprints and more. Weights, medicine balls, steps $15/Member $30/ Non Member and body bars will be incorporated. This exciting Sharks (6-12 years) new class changes weekly. For more information on the studio offerings con- Children are taught basic swimming skills and tact: Liz Rubino 330-76-3250 ext. 187 or Drums Alive pool safety tips while becoming self-reliant in the [email protected] A brain body program that includes good health water. These classes run monthly basis and space LRS Youth Programming and wellness. You will combine the rhythm of the is limited. drums with the passion of movement as you drum Date: Tuesday/Thursday Storytime! Princes & Princesses (Ages 3-5) to the beat. This class is a great cardio workout Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Every week we’ll learn about different princes and wonderful for relieving stress. Most impor- $35/Member $50/ Non Member tantly, it is fun! and princesses, as we develop listening skills and The JCC also offers private and semi-private swim personal creativity in a safe, positive environment. H. I. I. T. lessons. Costumes are encouraged and can also be provid- HIgh Intensity Interval Training ed upon request! We will read stories, sing songs Private Swim Lessons This interval training class will consist of a warm- and make an age-appropriate craft for your child Private swim lessons provide the greatest flexibility up, followed by 3-4 minutes of Cardio and Body to take home each week! and one-on-one attention for swimmers of any age. Weight exercises, for a 50 minute full body work- Private lessons are perfect for the beginner all the Date: Tuesdays, June 2-23 out. These short, intense workouts will improve en- way to the experienced swimmer looking to improve Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. durance while burning maximum calories. their skills in an individualized setting. $55/Member $65/Non Member Children’s Yoga 1:1 student/teacher ratio Min: 6 Max: 20 The profound power of yoga is truly a gift that 5 lessons @ 30 minutes Let’s Dance! (Ages 6-9) keeps on giving. Just to name a few of the many $65/Member $85/Non Member Explore different dance fundamentals set to your benefits: Increases Self Esteem, Sparks Creativ- 5 lessons @ 60 minutes favorite music in a fun and engaging group envi- ity in Ripe Imaginations and Teaches Discipline $110/Member $130/Non Member ronment! Singing along is highly encouraged as and Responsibility. Let your child experience the Semi-Private Swim Lessons we twist and turn to Taylor Swift, skip and jump amazing benefits of yoga. The ages for this unique Semi-private swim lessons, while not as flexible as to your favorite Radio Disney tunes and more! class are 6-13. private swim lessons, are suited for those seeking to Please dress to move and provide ballet or jazz improve swimming skills with a partner or group. shoes for your dancer. Adult Hip Hop LRS and Group X are teaming up to bring this ex- They provide quality instruction at an affordable There are two sessions. citing class to adults! Full of energy, attitude and rate. Sign up with a friend and split the cost! Date: Thursdays, June 4-25 fun, this class is designed for those who want to 5 lessons — 45 minutes-Member Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. move! Features unique moves, combo’s and the 2 people ($100) $55/Member $65/Non Member latest and most popular dance craze’s like “The 3 people ($125) Wobble” and “The Dougie”. Learn the style of 4 people ($150) One-Day Workshops Hip Hop while getting a great workout! No expe- 5 lessons — 45 minutes-Non Member The Voice Audition (Ages 10 – Adult) rience necessary. 2 people ($125) In this one-day workshop, participants will pre- 3 people ($150) pare two contrasting songs, 32 bars each (or 1 Aquatics 4 people ($175) minute), in which they be critiqued on voice tech- Family Youth Initiative nique and song interpretation, as well as receive For more information on Aquatics contact: Marco valuable feedback from the teaching artists on May 27 DiTommaso 330-746-3250 ext. 112 or aquatics@ Dive-In Movie preparing for your auditions, material and more. jccyoungstown.org Date: Saturday, May 16 “The Lego Movie” You & Me Baby (6-36 months) Time: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m. $35/Member $45/Non Member A four-week class where parents assist their chil- Free/Member $5/Non Member dren in the water. Children will learn how to float JCC continued on pages 20-21) on their backs and stomachs and will improve MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 19 Israel Jewish Community Center

Gold on the Galilee: Israeli kayaker comes JCC Child Development Center of age, eyes 2020 Olympics in Tokyo Open enrollment now underway By Orit Arfa/JNS.org looking the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee). Podpolnyy, then 17 years old, had just been dis- Child Development Center at the JCC qualified from the Israeli kayaking championship. Mililani Perry, Director 330.746.3250 ext. 119 Recipient of the Four-Star Step Up To Quality Award from the ODJFS He couldn’t survive the heats. He didn’t make the • Infant & Toddler (6 weeks - 24 months) start line. He was devastated—and he had no one • On My Own (24 - 36 months) • Preschool & Extended Care (3 - 6 years) with whom to share his hopes, his dreams, and his • 4 1/2 hr. Preschool Program disappointment. His divorced parents still live in • School Age (K-6th) Before & After Russia, and he has been estranged from his father School & Full-Day When School is out since making aliyah at age 15. “I said to him, ‘You’re a young man. I just met FREE WITH TUITION: • Swim Lessons for CDC Preschoolers & you. I saw how you paddled. If you want support CDC School Age Children and a good family—if you want to get ahead—I • Gymsters for Toddlers & Preschoolers • Low Ratios & Small Group Sizes • Kindermusic for Infants, Toddlers & • Degreed & Credentialed Caring Teachers recommend you come to the Jordan Valley,’” Lev Preschoolers • Safe & Secure Environment recalled in an interview with JNS.org at the kayak *Ask Director for Details Jewish 505 Gypsy Lane club’s lounge on April 18, shortly after this year’s Is- Youngstown, Ohio 44504 APPROVED Community Everyone Welcome! DISCOUNT raeli kayaking championship. Center 330-746-3251 for City of Youngstown of Youngstown For pricing & details on our center: HMHP, YSU,Forum, An hour earlier, dozens of young kayakers sat www.jccyoungstown.org & more! on those same steps, looking up to Podpolnyy, now 20, as he stood on the podium to receive five gold medals—those same youngsters who had enthusi- Our award-winning Child Development Center at astically cheered, “Go Ilya!” like brothers at the edge the JCC provides a secure, fun environment that of the Kinneret as he won the individual 200-meter, allows children of all backgrounds to reach their 500-meter, 1,000-meter, and 6-kilometer races. full potential. “Today he decided he was going to win, and no We seek to nourish a child’s natural curiosity and less,” said Ronit Shaked, the secretary general of the excitement while allowing each child to develop Israel Canoe Association, who runs a medical sports at his/her own pace. You can be confident that we therapy clinic and is also the Jordan Valley Sprint will provide all the loving, enriching attention you Kayak Club’s unofficial photographer. Always with a want for your child. Credit: Courtesy Ronit Shaked. camera around her neck, she is documenting what The CDC at the JCC is a “Step up to Quality” Star Israeli kayaker Ilya Podpolnyy. she called Podpolynyy’s “road to the Olympics.” A 4 rated facility, the highest quality rating available. mother figure, she had given Podpolnyy a pep talk “Step Up To Quality” recognizes early care and that morning to ease his nerves. Three years ago, kayaking coach Roei Lev found education programs that exceed quality bench- “He decided he was an athlete,” she said. “That’s aspiring Olympian Ilya Podpolnyy crying on the marks over and above Ohio’s licensing standards. steps of the Jordan Valley Sprint Kayak Club over- (Continued on page 23)

20 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Jewish Community Center Post-workout mistakes that cause weight gain This Yom HaAtzma’ut, By Keith Harry, JCC Fitness Team Leader celebrate red, white, and blue. Feel like you hit the gym pretty ter for intense workouts lasting regularly but aren’t seeing results? more than an hour or for work- One of these post-workout habits outs in hot weather. may be sabotaging your weight-loss results: =You use it as an excuse: Mondays Group X class was so hard so =You reward yourself too much: you can be forgiven for nursing The workout’s done, the sweaty your sore muscles until the start clothes are off and you have been of next week, Right? Not the best eyeing that piece of cake for a idea if you want to see pounds occasional while. While indul- dropping off of the scale. Make gences are smart-and necessary- sure you get at least 300 minutes using your workout as an excuse of vigorous exercise every week to help yourself to junk food is in order to stay on the right track not going to get the results that for weight loss. you are after, so DON’T use the fact that you’ve just burned 300 =You wait too long to eat: Refuel- calories as an excuse to indulge ing soon after a workout is cru- in twice that much. cial because it’s what helps you rebuild muscle after a workout. =You skip the stretch: You may Since the more muscle mass you think of the cool-down as a have, the higher your metabo- waste of time, but regularly skip- lism, make sure you fit a snack of ping your post-workout stretches carbs and protein into your post- will put you at risk for injuries workout ritual. that will sideline your weight loss progress by keeping you out =You don’t schedule the next one: of the gym. You should pat yourself on the back for finishing this workout, You recover with a sports drink: Magen David Adom, Israel’s only official emergency medical response agency, = But don’t let your self-congratula- Sugary sports drinks can replen- has been saving lives since before 1948. And supporters like you provide MDA’s tions get in the way of scheduling ish electrolytes, but if you’ve just 14,000 paramedics and EMTs — 12,000 of them volunteers — with the your next workout. You will only finished a short workout, the ex- see progress if you make exercise training and equipment they need. So as we celebrate Israel’s independence, tra calories are unnecessary. Save a consistent part of your week. save a life in Israel with your gift to MDA. Please give today. the sports drinks or coconut wa-

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Grace Juskovitz Safier Shirley M. Loundy

YOUNGSTOWN - Grace Jus- their excellent care and support. Warren - Shirley M. Cohen Dr. Marc (Rhonda) Loundy of Uni- kovitz Safier, 93, passed away Grace is survived by her son, Dr. Loundy, 89, of Warren, passed away versity Park, FL.; daughter Paula peacefully, April 1, at St. Elizabeth Jack (Deborah) Safier of Liberty; Sunday, April 5, in Savannah, GA. Hershman of Savanna, GA,; four Health Center, with her children at daughters Susan Weinberg of Dal- She was born Sept. 5, 1925, in Al- grandchildren, Robin Loundy, Ja- her side. las and Carole S. (William) Weimer toona, PA, the daughter of the late mie Thompson, Adam Hershman Born in Sharon, Pa., on Nov. 23, of Youngstown; six grandchildren; Jacob and Anna Brooks Cohen. and Samantha Hershman; and three 1921, she was the daughter of Mor- and eight great-grandchildren. She and her husband Samuel great-grandchildren, Sara Thomp- ris and Regina Juskovitz. Grace was preceded in death worked together at Howard’s Men’s son, Andrew Thompson and Mur- On June 25, 1941, Grace married by her husband; one grandchild, Clothing in Warren until his pass- ray Hershman. Dr. Samuel L. Safier in Oil City, Pa., Meredith W. Bender of Minneapo- ing in 1984. She retired from Dia- She was preceded in death by her to whom she was married until his lis; and two sisters, Lillian Schanz mond Clothing Company, where husband Samuel and one brother, death in 2003. of Sharon, Pa., and Ruth Katz of she worked as a sales associate in Walden B. Cohen. Grace was a bookkeeper for Youngstown. men’s clothing. When not working, A graveside service was held on Safeway Contact Lens Company, Services were held Monday, she enjoyed bowling and golfing. April 10 at the Beth Israel Temple and was active in the Anshe Emeth/ April 6, at the Itts Memorial Chapel, She was a member of Beth Israel Cemetery in Lordstown OH was El Emeth Sisterhood, Youngstown El Emeth Cemetery on Granada Temple Center in Warren. conducted by Rabbi Franklin Muller. Chapter of Hadassah, Pioneer Avenue. She had moved to Savannah to Memorial contributions may be Women, and B’nai B’rith Women. Arrangements were entrusted be closer to her daughter. made in her name to the charity of For the past four years, Grace to the Shriver-Allison-Courtley- Shirley is survived by her son, one’s choice. was a resident of Heritage Manor Weller-King Funeral Home. and she enjoyed all of the social The family requests that memo- programs and activities. Her family rial contributions be made to Heri- Shirley (Glick) Malkoff would like to extend special thanks tage Manor, El Emeth Temple or the to the staff of Heritage Manor for charity of the donor’s choice. PHILADELPHIA – Shirley ementary school teacher from the (Glick) Malkoff died Tuesday, Girard School District. March 31, at her residence. She is survived by two chil- She was married to the late Solo- dren, Dr. Marc Malkoff of Mem- mon Malkoff for 55 years. phis, Tenn. and Dr. Wendy Blume She was the daughter Isadore (Charles) of Philadelphia; three and Esther Glick and was born on grandsons, Jonathan (Randi) Jef- March 23, 1925, in Homestead Pa. frey and Seth Blume; and two great- She was a graduate of the Uni- grandchildren. versity of Pittsburgh and worked as Services wee held on Thursday, a social worker in Pittsburgh, prior April 2, at Itts Memorial Chapel El ! to her marriage. Upon her mar- Emeth Granada Cemetery. riage, she moved to Youngstown Memorial contributions may be and worked as a social worker at made to Youngstown Jewish Family mvi HomeCare is Northeast Ohio’s premier provider of Woodside Receiving Hospital. Services. Hospice Care ● Skilled Nursing Services Later, she returned to Youngstown Arrangements were handled Rehabilitative Therapies ● Infusion Therapy Services State University and earned a teach- by the Shriver-Allison-Courtley- ing certificate. She retired as an el- Weller-King Funeral Home.

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22 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine MAY 2015 Herbert Weiss Israeli kayaker (continued from page 20) YOUNGSTOWN – Herbert Mel in the restaurant business. it. A champion.” is able to train at least four hours a day Weiss, 83, died unexpectedly on Herb and Iris then moved to Lev and Shaked were eager to fill and compete abroad. April 18. Canton to be able to see their grand- in the blanks when Podpolnyy was at “It’s a profession,” Shaked ex- He is survived by his children, children grow. They then followed a loss for words during the trio’s joint plained, although kayaking, unlike Dr. Alan (Lillian) Weiss, Robin them to Youngstown in 1999, where Weiss and Jack (Jordana) Weiss. His they opened Snapshots Photo Lab in interview with JNS.org. other sports, holds little promise of brother, Melvin Weiss survives him. Liberty. It was wonderful that they Podpolnyy’s Hebrew is almost flu- financial reward. Podpolnyy receives He also leaves behind his beloved were able to share so many special ent, even though he didn’t speak a some support from the Israel Olym- grandchildren, Natalie Weiss and times with their family, especially word of it when he stepped off the pics Committee, but the club is admit- Phillip Weiss. the chance to be so involved in the plane at Ben Gurion Airport in 2010 tedly going into debt investing in his He was preceded in death by his lives of Natalie and Phillip. wearing a Russian coat and boots. He Olympic potential. beloved wife, Iris and his sister, Glo- Herb was the consummate sports speaks mostly in single sentences, the Lev and Shaked both credit Pod- ria Watman. fan. He played football while in high way Sylvester Stallone speaks in the polnyy for making the sport popular “Herb” was born on Jan. 29, school and he continued his love of “Rocky” franchise—the tough guy again in Israel. Kayaking, sailing, and 1932, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Jack and sports from the Brooklyn Dodgers with a stoic veneer whose drive over- judo are the only sports to bring the Fay Weiss. to the Cleveland Cavaliers. He en- comes hardship. Podpolnyy has the Jewish state Olympic medals, with He graduated from James Madi- joyed attending many Cavs games biceps and abs of an action star, with Michael Kolganov taking the kayak- son High School in 1950, and joined with Alan. He loved attending any bright green eyes and brown skin that ing bronze in Sydney in 2000. the Air Force, where he loyally served game that his beloved grandchil- makes one think of The Hulk. Today, While shy at an interview, Podpol- his country in Alaska as a Radio and dren played in. he stands at a towering 6-foot-3 and nyy has a goofy and fun loving side, Radar operator during the Korean A service was held on Tuesday, weighs 205 pounds. which aside from his superior athleti- War. He then joined his family in April 21, at the Itts Memorial Cha- “She said to finish all that I start- cism, magnetizes international team- New York in the restaurant business. pel at El Emeth Granada Cemetery. ed—not to give up, and to stay strong mates. This past winter, he revived the Soon after, he met the love of his life, In lieu of flowers, please send until the end,” Podpolnyy said, finally club’s status as a sought-after winter Iris. They started their lives together donations to Temple El Emeth, adding to Shaked’s story. training destination after the Swiss, in 1957 and were blessed with three 3970 Logan Way, Youngstown, OH One of Israel’s top athletes, Podpol- Finnish, Russian, and Danish kayak- loving children. In 1976, they moved 44505 or the charity of the donor’s nyy started paddling at age 11 near the ing champions accepted his personal to Miami, Fla. to join his brother, choice. Caspian Sea. “I came with a friend just invitation to train on the Kinneret to check it out in the summer. I started with the Jordan Valley Sprint Kayak to paddle. I saw the nature, and I loved Club. Pope Francis bestows knighthood it,” he said. “He’s the diplomat,” Shaked said. “If He followed his sister in making we didn’t have Ilya, we wouldn’t have on New York rabbi, a Survivor aliyah with the “Na’ale” project, which been in the world championships. If brings teenagers to complete high we didn’t have Ilya, we wouldn’t have (JNS.org) Rabbi Arthur Schneier 2013, he also received the Congres- school in Israel with the hope that made connections with these athletes. of Park East Synagogue in New York sional Gold Medal, one of the highest their parents will follow. Upon com- If we didn’t have Ilya, we wouldn’t have received a knighthood from Pope civilian awards in the United States. pleting boarding school near Netanya, people finding us through Facebook.” Francis at the Vatican on April 27. “Pope Francis is bestowing the he joined the Maccabi Zvulun Kayak- Podpolnyy has his sights on the Rabbi Schneier, who is a Holocaust honor on Rabbi Arthur Schneier, who ing Club, where he didn’t receive the 2020 Tokyo Olympics because he has survivor and founder of the interfaith has worked unceasingly to promote support he craved as a new recruit to not clocked in enough world com- group Appeal of Conscience Founda- peace and mutual understanding, in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). petitions to compete in the 2016 Rio tion, received the papal knighthood the firm conviction that respect for That’s where Lev came in. “He knew Games. He’ll make up for lost time for promoting peace and religious fundamental human rights, including there was a problem, and he said, this summer as he competes interna- understanding during a ceremony at religious freedom, are indispensable ‘We’ll help you. With family. With ev- tionally in Slovakia, Germany, and at the Holy See’s mission at the United values for all peoples of the world to erything,’” Podpolnyy recalled. the World Championships in Milan. Nations. enjoy peace, security and shared pros- Today, Podpolnyy lives in a small For every competition, he has re- one-bedroom apartment in Kibbutz quested that his canoe be colored blue The rabbi, who has served as spiri- perity,” Archbishop Bernardito Auza, Degania, and Yuval Dagan, the kayak and white—the colors of Israel’s flag. tual leader of Park East Synagogue permanent observer of the Holy See club’s general manager, has embraced “I want to bring achievements for since 1962, has received numerous to the U.N., said in a statement. “A him as a son — welcoming him for the country, the club, and all the train- international awards for promoting Holocaust survivor, Rabbi Schneier Friday night meals and family trips. ers who worked hard,” Podpolnyy coexistence as well as inter-ethnic has always held this conviction in his Having been granted “Outstanding said, not shy anymore. and inter-religious cooperation. In heart and made it a principle of life.” Athlete” status by the IDF, Podpolnyy

MAY 2015 The Jewish Journal Monthly Magazine 23 Youngstown State University Friedman scholarships awarded The Youngstown State Univer- The Dr. Saul Friedman Scholarship sity Center for Judaic and Holocaust in Jewish Studies is named after the Studies has announced the recipients founder of the Judaic and Holocaust of the 2015-2016 Dr. Saul Friedman Studies program at Youngstown State Scholarship Award, Shawnna Moore University. Dr. Friedman was a be- Treat personally. and Syishia Nicole Chatman. loved educator who wrote 11 books Shawnna Moore is a single mother and produced 13 documentary films. who is studying to be a social work In his honor, the Youngstown Zi- major. She studied the Holocaust and onist District of the Zionist Organiza- Jewish history on her own and then tion of America, of which Dr. Fried- took Prof. Helene Sennreich’s class. man was a past president, established According to Dr. Sennrich, Ms. Moore an endowment to promote student went on the bus trip to the United learning in Jewish Studies. States Holocaust Memorial Museum The scholarships produced by and was very touched. She continues this endowment are awarded to to study Judaism and the Holocaust. qualified YSU Students who are en- Syisha Chatman has taken a num- gaged in their studies focusing upon ber of courses on Jewish history and Israel, the Holocaust and/or Jewish culture including Rabbi Schonberger’s history. Students apply each year by Hebrew scriptures course, Dr. Sin- sending a letter expressing their in- nreich’s Holocaust course and is con- terest in Israel, the Holocaust and/or tinuing her studies of Judaism and the Jewish History. Holocaust. She is a history major and The Advisory Committee of the a religious studies minor. She will also Center for Judaic and Holocaust Stud- complete the requirements for the mi- ies selects the students to receive the nor in Judaic studies. award each year. Artist, corporate consultant offers solution to business challenges

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