Jewish Community Center of the Greater St. Paul Area ATTRACTIONS Spring Program Guide 2018

As we said farewell to the center staircase, our ECC kids stopped for one last group photo. This stairway has been replaced with the Herman Birnberg Fine Art Gallery on the first floor and additional spaces for art exhibitions below. The new, wider stairway leads to our North Commons Area, a beautiful community gathering space, featuring art exhibitions, large windows, wi-fi and comfortable seating. EXECUTIVE NOTES

After years of planning, our dream is While we have passed our original becoming a reality! The new Shaller fundraising goal, there is money left to Family Health & Wellness Wing is almost raise. If you have not yet participated in complete! The North Commons Area our campaign, I urge you to take this last and the Fitness Center and locker rooms opportunity to be a part of something are now open with the Aquatics Center that will have a positive impact on our scheduled to open soon. This will be community for generations to come. immediately followed by Phase 2 – the creation of our Cultural Arts Wing which Be a part of this historic moment as we will be a premier community destination create our St. Paul JCC for now and for the for theater, fine arts, dance, films, speakers future. Your gift matters. and more. Your gift to the J is a gift to the community. Again and again, I have to take a moment Thank you! to thank all of you for your generosity. You have reached deep into your pockets MICHAEL WALDMAN | CEO to help us reach this moment. Your patience and loyalty through construction has only reinforced how fortunate we all are to be part of such a warm and OUR FUTURE. passionate community. HERE.

THE BUZZ / LEADERSHIP AWARD RECIPIENTS Every two years, The JCC Association of North America honors inspiring leaders who inspire and influence the JCC Movement. We are thrilled to share these two recipients of this year’s awards who are near and dear to the St. Paul JCC.

Marvin J. Pertzik will receive exploration of Jewish identity and the Frank L. Weil Award for the culture through our Symphony, Congratulations to… Advancement of North American Visual Arts Exhibitions, Films, Culture. Marvin is a long-time leader Lectures and more! Marvin, thank in our St. Paul community as past- you for all that you do! president, as well as at the Jewish Federation of Greater St. Paul and The Frank L. Weil Award for the JCRC-ADL of Minnesota and the Distinguished Contribution to Dakotas. He has been instrumental the Jewish Community Center in supporting Jewish culture on the Field recipient for 2018 is Michael continental level as the inspiration Staenberg of St. Louis, Missouri. and force behind Making Music Michael has been a source of MARVIN J. PERTZIK MICHAEL STAENBERG Happen: The Soundtrack of Jewish Life dedication, commitment and in North America. Marvin’s generosity expertise, supporting numerous JCCs is felt every single day here at the across the country, including our St. Paul JCC through his philanthropy St. Paul JCC. As a generous and support of our local Jewish Capital Campaign donor, Michael Cultural arts programming. The helped us to reach our goal for our Marvin J. Pertzik Jewish Cultural reimagined JCC. Michael, thank you Arts Department makes is possible for your generosity, expertise and to engage the community in the commitment to excellence.

Michael Waldman Chief Executive Officer [email protected] 651 + 255 4731 2 CONTACTS Do you love being a member of the St. Paul JCC?

THE BUZZ / LEADERSHIP AWARD RECIPIENTS

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brand new Receive a state-of-the-art Fitness Center $25 gift card. is open!

For more info contact Christina Mendelson at 651 + 255 4749 or [email protected]

Christina Mendelson Membership Specialist [email protected] 651 + 255 4749 3 CONTACTS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

From six weeks to Pre-K, our ECC provides a loving, engaging, educational, fun, affectionate and safe place for our kids to learn and grow. Kids are our passion, and we feel humbled every day to be a part of their lives. We have limited openings in Toddler and Pre-School. For more info, contact Lisa Rosenfield.

Early Childhood Enrichment Classes Whether your child is enrolled in our ECC program or not, we offer enrichment classes that are super fun and hands-on!

YOGA TIME ROYAL CAMP AT THE J Wednesdays June 4 – 8 • 9 – 11 am April 27 – May 30 • 3 – 3:30 pm Ages 4 – 6 Ages 3 – 6 $150 • $100 Member Value Price $90 • $60 Member Value Price Have a royally good time at our Fun filled Yoga for kids only! camp for princes and princesses! Combine yoga with play! Poses, We will explore a new Royal Hero stretching and breathing exercises each day through dance, games, and promotes flexibility, coordination crafts! We will have a royal ball on and body awareness. Register by the last day of camp! Register April 24. by June 3.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT SUPER HERO CAMP AT THE J Fridays June 11 – 15 April 27 – June 1 • 3 – 3:30 pm Grades K-1 • 9 – 11 am Ages 2 – 4 Grades 2-3 • 1 – 3 pm $90 • $60 Member Value Price $150 • $100 Member Value Price An introductory movement class Explore the lives and heroics of for toddlers, with a focus on famous super heroes and super motor development, rhythm and villians. Invent your own character following directions. Register by and save the day! We will design April 26. costumes, create super hero powers; follow our own code of super hero behavior! Dive into fun movement activities and games, art projects, story adventures, obstacle courses & more. Register by June 10.

Visit stpauljcc.org for additional details and to register.

Lisa Rosenfield Tara Freiberg Director of Youth & Children’s Services Sports & Rec Manager [email protected] [email protected] 4 651 + 255 4758 651 + 255 4761 CONTACTS Celebrating the holidays, ECC style! Our ECC kids celebrated the joyful holiday of Purim by dressing up in their favorite costumes. Amidst Superwoman, pirates, doctors and gnomes you can always find Queen Esther and Mordecai, the true heroes of the Purim story. To get ready for Passover, they joined Rabbi Mordecai Grossbaum at our Matzah Factory, where our little chefs enjoyed the hands-on learning experience of making matzah (unleavened bread).

5 GET READY FOR THE BEST ADVENTURE OF YOUR LIFE!

We’ve got you covered all summer long! Register today at campbutwin.org. Celebra ting 60 years! DON’T DELAY! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE FOR SOME SESSIONS

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Ben Savin Lisa Rosenfield Bess Brown Youth & Camping Director Director of Youth and Children’s Services Youth Coordinator & Assistant Camp Director [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 6 651 + 255 4759 651 + 255 4758 651 + 255 4767 CONTACTS Camp Butwin Pre and Extended Camps Before & After Butwin Care The 2018 season begins on June 18! JAMBOREE Need care prior to the start of Camp Session 1 June 11 - 16 • August 27 - 31 Butwin or after the camp day? We’ve June 18 - June 29 (2 weeks) Jamboree is a full-day (7:30 am – 6 pm) got you covered! Before Camp Care childcare option for children in grades hours are 7:30 – 8:15 am. After Camp Session 2 July 2 - 13 (2 weeks, no camp July 4th) K – 6 at the St. Paul JCC. This special Care hours are 4:30 – 6 pm. Children are or July 9 - 13 (1 week) session takes place during the gap week supervised by qualified staff and enjoy between the conclusion of the St. Paul crafts and games. Session 3 Public School year and the beginning July 16 - August 10 (4 weeks) of Camp Butwin Session I, and then be- CIT Program BUTWIN CLASSIC tween the end of Butwin Extended and Motivated and enthusiastic teens Ages PreK – 8th Grade the beginning of the school year. entering 9th or 10th grade, this Enjoy horseback riding, sports, program is for YOU! Gain valuable boating, challenge courses, arts and BUTWIN EXTENDED leadership and employment skills, earn crafts, nature and swimming. Our August 13 - 17 money and have a lot of fun all summer flexible session structures allow you Butwin Extended at Camp long. As a CIT, you’ll be a role model for to build your perfect summer. You can August 20 - 24 younger campers, develop your skills as choose from 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 weeks Butwin Extended at the J a counselor, bond with other teens and or 8 weeks or mix some specialty camps make new friends. CITs are mentored by Keep the best camp summer going with classic camp for an exciting senior Camp Butwin staff and have field and going with us at Butwin Extended, summer experience. trips, evening activities and overnights where we have something for throughout the summer. SPECIALTY CAMPS everyone. Campers will spend their Entering Grades 3 – 6 mornings focusing on a weeklong Inclusion Get ready for some serious fun! Take a specialty of their choice and their week (or more!) to focus on a topic or afternoons in fun and creative CLUB KULANU skill in a fun camp environment - from camp-themed electives, swimming and A wonderful opportunity for young sports specialties, arts exploration, Shabbat activities on Fridays. There’s no adults with special needs to have a horseback riding to eating adventures better way to wrap up the summer! meaningful summer camp experience. and more. You can even mix some See page14 for more details. specialty camps with classic camp for an exciting summer experience. save the dates

BUTWIN OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 17 • 1 – 3 pm Tour the grounds and see Camp Butwin at its best, from the lake to the ropes course to the pool! Meet our counselors and Hello, Ben Savin! ask questions. We are happy to congratulate Ben Savin, as he takes on the role of Youth & Camping Director. Ben has previously served as Youth CAMP BUTWIN ANNIVERSAY PARTY Programs Coordinator and Early Childhood Services Assistant Director at the JCC. “The Friday, August 24 ears! real work of being a kid happens during 60 y the summer months, and camp provides Celebrate all Celebrating the venue for developing self-confidence, of Camp Butwin’s exploring new interests and taking pride in accomplishments at the ultimate being one’s self…all while fostering a love for the outdoors. I can’t wait to play a role in Camp Butwin Shabbat Experience! your child’s summer.”

7 8 Jamboree, there’s never a dull moment at the St. Paul JCC. Paul JCC. dullmomentattheSt. a never there’s Jamboree, is your one-stop spot forfun!We’ll watchthekidsallyearlong.Between ClubJ,School’sOut–We’re In!and programs This withopportunitiesforleadershipdevelopment. that aresocialandcommunityservice-minded We knowthatouryouthandteensneedsomethingdifferentintheirprogramming. We provideafullrangeof makes Greaseafavoriteamongrockandrollfansofallages.Way togo,JCC kids! Over 500peopleenjoyedourAllChildren’s TheaterproductionofGrease.Our20+youngactorstruly capturedthefun-lovingspiritthat

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AQUATICS

Our new Aquatics Center, scheduled to open soon, will provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy recreation and exercise in the water. For more information, contact Christopher Whipple.

Lessons for all ages starting this summer!

Meet Christopher Whipple With the opening of our new Aquatics Center, we are so excited to have Chris here at the St. Paul JCC. Chris is a nationally recognized aquatics and recreation professional with extensive experience managing comprehensive aquatic programs, youth programming and summer Our new Aquatics Center will include two separate swimming camps. He just moved to Minnesota pools – a 25-yard lap pool with a deep-end for exercise and after spending the last six years learning, as well as a family friendly recreation pool with water supervising a large staff of lifeguards slide and play and spray features. The St. Paul JCC will be the and instructors for four pools, place to be! developing and instructing aquatic curriculum, hosting a special event and a wide range of programming. Please Summer is the best time to learn to swim and our patient give Chris a warm Minnesota welcome! and knowledgeable swim instructors are American RedCross certified and offer year-round group, private and semi-private lessons for all ages.

We will be offering beginning and intermediate classes for Summer all ages – from six months to adults – to learn the basics of swimming, build confidence in the water, and work on creating SwimTeam a positive experience around the water. June 11 – July 26 Assessments will be available from the Aquatics Staff once the new Center opens. PRACTICE TIMES: Monday – Friday Look for our brochure later this month that will provide all 8:30 – 9:45 am the details and opportunities coming this summer. Monday – Thursday 4:45 – 5:45 pm It’s never too late to learn to swim. Jump in! Register at stpauljcc.org

Christopher Whipple Aquatics Director [email protected] 651 + 255 4762 9 FITNESS

When it comes to improving health and performance, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. No matter where you are on your path to health, fitness and performance, our team will help empower you to achieve your goals. All our fitness professionals are certified EXOS Fitness Specialists, committed to helping you reach higher and achieve more! For more information, contact Anna Golv.

group exercise There is nothing like the camaraderie and sense of community that comes with exercising together under the coaching, motivation and leadership of our talented team. We offer over 70 classes each week – with something for everyone. Plus, we’ve added over 12 hours of additional class times so that you can find your class at your time! Plus, we’re keeping it interesting with these new classes: BARRE Utilizing the ballet barre to perform small isometric movements and pulses that will will give you a total body, low impact workout in record time. H.I.I.T. New Get your calorie burn on in this fun class Classes! that provides tons of variety with the instructor combining multiple cardio and resistance movements in a fast paced class. STRONG(ER) Maximize your time and your workout in this muscle pumping class that involves a variety of strength equipment including dumbbells and barbells. specialty group training Looking to push yourself to the next level? Highly specialized instructors teach a wide variety of modalities in these small, registration-based classes.. T’AI CHI CHUAN HARDSTYLE KETTLEBELLS LOOKING FOR ONGOING KRAV MAGA FITNESS UPDATES AND TIPS? Like us on our new Health & Wellness TAE KWON DO Facebook page! FELDENKRAIS ®

To register visit stpauljcc.org! /stpauljcchealthandwellness

Carolin Magstadt Anna Golv Tara Freiberg General Manager Health & Fitness Fitness & Group Exercise Manager Sports & Rec Manager [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 10 651 + 255 4763 651 + 255 4765 651 + 255 4761 CONTACTS PERSONAL TRAINING Our trainers are motivating, supportive and amazingly adept at creating effective programs to help you achieve your goals. All our Have you met? personal trainers are currently certified through one of the nationally accredited industry associations such as NASM, ACSM, NSCA or ACE with a minimum of one year experience working with clients. Plus, many have expertise in specialties such as TRX, Kettlebells and Pilates Reformer – that require additional (and often intensive) training. On top of that, they are all EXOS® Fitness Specialist certified.

Anna Golv Fitness and Group Exercise Manager Anna comes to the St. Paul JCC with a strong Amy Chris Dane background in health and fitness. She has a BA in Health Fitness and was previously the Program Manager of Personal and Group Training for the Elk River YMCA and a Program Manager for HealthFitness Corporation. “I am so excited to share with you the benefits of exercise and become part of this amazing community.”

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Tara Freiberg Mike Reed Tyler Sports and Recreation Manager We’ll work together to create a customized training plan, hold you With over 18 years of experience in the accountable and show you how to train smart – not just hard. Plus, Recreation, Sport and Youth profession, Tara is we will help you stay motivated and focused on your goals while known for motivating people toward success. you build a relationship with a professional trainer who cares! After graduating with a degree in Recreation Administration and Sports Management, Tara worked as a Program Director for Minnesota Elite, managing all aspects of their basketball program. She also has a long history of coordinating summer recreational programs new to personal and sports leagues, being a recreational instructor and working with kids to be the best training? they can be. “This job is a dream come true as it brings my love of working with people of all ages together with my passion for sports!” 3 SESSIONS FOR $150! Contact Amy Hodge Offer valid for new clients only. for more info.

Amy Hodge Program Implementation Manager [email protected] 651 + 255 4764 11 Michael Waldman Chief Executive Officer [email protected] 12 651 + 255 4731 CONTACTS OUR FUTURE. HERE.

AT LAST!

The first phase of our renovation has become a reality with the opening of the The Shaller Family Health & Wellness Wing. Construction will continue to complete the Aquatics Center, followed by the new entrance and the Cultural Arts Wing.

While we have passed our original fundraising goal, there is money left to raise. If you have not yet participated in our campaign, please take this last opportunity to be a part of something that will have a positive impact on our community for generations to come.

Your gift to the Campaign is a gift for the future. stpauljcc.org

13 The Calvin & Beverly Calmenson INCLUSION DEPARTMENT

Inclusion is woven into the fabric of our JCC. We work to build community where everyone acknowledges and respects people’s difference while celebrating our inherent gifts. Whether it is through integrated programming or disability-geared opportunities, we welcome everyone to participate in our St. Paul JCC community. For more info, contact Megan McClanahan.

CREATIVE COLLABORATIONS IN COLOR: YOU AND YOUR SPECIAL PERSON Thursday, May 3 • 5 – 8 AM $15 • $10 Member Value Price Please join us for an expressive arts program to celebrate Mother’s Day with a special person in your life! Each pair will create a dual-art piece, referred to as a diptych. Light refreshments will be served with consideration to dietary needs including Kosher, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Transportation is included to and from the J and factored into the event times. Register by April 29. In partnership with J-HAP at Cornerstone Creek.

CLUB KULANU KICK-OFF Wednesday, May 23 • 6:30 – 8 pm Our Highland Friendship Club friends will be joining us at the JCC as we kick-off our summer and weekly afternoons together at camp! We promise an evening of fun with our favorite camp games, snacks and conversations! We welcome our Club Kulanu participants and their PCAs to come to this event. Club Kulanu and Highland Friendship Club staff will be there to meet everyone and answer any questions about camp! Register by May 22.

CLUB KULANU Session One: June 18 - June 22 Session Two: June 25 - June 29 Session Three: July 2 - July 6 Session Four: July 9 – July 13 Session Five: July 16 - July 20 Club Kulanu is for individuals with disabilities ages 16+. Campers learn as a group as well as develop unique skills Drumming & Dessert and abilities. Kulanu, which is Hebrew for “all of us”, utilizes Every month, our inclusion group meets to Camp Butwin and opportunities in the community to help try something new, explore our different participants learn about and experience in four key areas: Recreation, Home Living, Community Participations and strengths and spend meaningful time with Job Skills. friends. One of our favorite activities was Drumming and Dessert, instructed by one of HIGHLAND FRIENDSHIP CLUB AT CLUB KULANU Wednesdays, June 20 – August 8 the JCC’s favorite music teachers, EB! We had 12:30 – 3:45 pm • $30 per week the chance to experiment with various types Soak up the sun this summer with Highland Friendship Club of drums made out of unique materials– at Club Kulanu! Club Kulanu takes place at Camp Butwin, making some diverse and amazing sounds! We located on 88 wooded acres on the shores of Lake O’Brien in Eagan. This program focuses on outdoor programming worked together as a group starting from tailored to participants with disabilities ages 14+. silence, gradually building in our own sounds Bus will leave at 12:30 pm and return at 3:45 pm. and rhythms, and ending in unison. Register one week in advance. Community Partners: Highland Friendship Club

Megan McClanahan Inclusion & Accessibility Coordinator [email protected] 14 651 + 255 4772 CONTACTS The Marvin J. Pertzik JEWISH CULTURAL ARTS DEPARTMENT

The arts can open new ways of seeing the world, spark our imaginations and allow us to connect with ideas and concepts through a uniquely creative, Jewish lens. We are dedicated to engaging the community in the exploration of Jewish identity and culture through film, performance, theater, visual arts and music. For more information contact Robyn Awend or Tracey Agranoff.

Author Event HOLLYWOOD HEYDAY: 75 CANDID INTERVIEWS WITH GOLDEN AGE LEGENDS BY DAVID FANTLE AND TOM JOHNSON Thursday, July 19 • 7 PM FREE. Books will be available for purchase. In 1978, David Fantle and Tom Johnson, St. Paul teenagers fresh out of high school, boarded a plane to meet with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. On a lark, they had written the two stars requesting interviews – to HIDDEN TALENTS: their amazement, both had agreed. GALLERY EXHIBIT May 1 – June 20 Over the years, more than 250 other stars Reception: May 1 • 1 – 2 pm also agreed – Lucille Ball, Bob Hope, James St Paul JCC Gallery Cagney, Mickey Rooney, Debbie Reynolds, George Burns, Rod Steiger, Milton Berle, An exhibition featuring works by our own Frank Capra and Hoagy Carmichael, to name St. Paul JCC staff in a variety of mediums. a few. Published for the first time and with exclusive photos, this selection of 75 Help us share and celebrate the hidden interviews chronicles the authors’ 40-year quest for wisdom, insights and anecdotes talents of your friends at the J. from iconic artists who defined 20th century American popular culture.

SAVE THE DATE Symphony Orchestra With a tradition of excellence, our 45 piece volunteer orchestra practices and community performs arrangements selected by director and conductor, Amir Kats, who is beginning his sixth season leading the farmers St. Paul JCC ’s Symphony Orchestra.

market Wednesday, June 6 • 7:30 pm Featuring Israeli vocalist Shuly Natan Sunday, July 15 Location: Mount Zion Temple 10 am – noon FREE, no reservation needed. Featuring local produce, artisans, food trucks, live Save music, giveaways and an ISRAELI SCOUTS The appearance by the Israeli Tuesday, July 17 • 6:45 pm Date Scout Friendship Caravan. Fun for the entire family! Join us in welcoming the Israeli Scouts for a night of fun for the whole family!

Robyn Awend Tracey Agranoff Barbie Levine Twin Cities Cultural Art Director Twin Cities Jewish Cultural Arts Corrdinator Director of Adult Services & Programs [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 651 + 255 4745 651+ 255 4735 651 + 255 4734 15 CONTACTS ADULT PROGRAMS

Classes and community-wide events add to your knowledge, deepen your curiosity and connect you to a community of learners. Whether it’s a special event, or an ongoing program, let the St. Paul JCC be your home- away-from-home. For more information, contact Barbie Levine.

Our St. Paul JCC Book Group reads a wide variety of selections – novels, memoirs, non-fiction, short stories and everything in-between! The conversations are enlightening and fun and everyone has an opportunity to participate. We meet the fourth Thursday of the month from 10 – 11 am and are always happy to see new faces. Upcoming selections include Pachinko by Min Jin Lee (April), The Tsar of Love and Techno: Stories by Anthony Marra (May) and In the Distance by Hernan Diaz (June). Do you love to read? There is a spot for you at the table. No registration required.

TC Talks! A new, ongoing program First and second Monday of every month • 9:30 – 10:30 am Hear, learn and engage with knowledgeable, inspiring and prominent figures of the Twin Cities.

MONDAY, MAY 7 Ahmed Ismail Yusuf, Author and Playwright Ahmed Ismail Yusef did not speak English when he came to the U.S. from Somalia in the late 1980’s. He was a high-school dropout. Today he has two degrees and is one of the Somali community’s most eloquent writers and representatives.

MONDAY, MAY 14 David Schultz, Hamline University Professor of Political Science; Professor in the Hamline and University of Minnesota Schools of Law. David will be speaking on Donald Trump and the 2018 Elections.

Barbie Levine Director of Adult Services & Programs [email protected] 16 651 + 255 4734 CONTACTS learn at the j out on the town SIRI - CAN YOU HEAR ME? Explore and experience the best the Twin Cities has SIRI FOR IPHONE & IPAD WITH VIC WARD to offer. If it’s happening in town, we’ll be there! Wednesday, May 2 & 9 • 10:30 am – noon Transportation from the St. Paul JCC is provided. $24 • $15 Member Value Price Did you know your iPhone and iPad come with a personal JUST TRUFFLES AND WINE TASTING assistant? Siri is capable of scheduling events, setting reminders, Tuesday, May 15 • 12:45 – 2:30 pm counting down a timer and even booking reservations at $65 • $45 Member Value Price your favorite restaurants. Come and learn how to set up the Join us at Just Truffles for a private tasting of six wines paired appropriate apps to make it all happen. Register by April 30. with six amazing truffles. We will partake in deliciousness and learn about the history of Just Truffles.Register by May 1. MONTH BY MONTH GARDENING Taught by Tori Clark, Dakota County Master Gardener SUMMIT AVENUE WALKING TOUR Tuesday, May 8 • 10:30 am – noon Register by May 1. Wednesday, June 6 • 1:15 – 4 pm Tuesday, June 12 • 1 - 2:30 pm* Register by June 5. $27 • $18 Member Value Price *This class will be held at Katherine Tane’s Garden. Summit Avenue is the longest stretch of Gilded Age mansions Tuesday, July 10 • 10:30 am – noon Register by July 3. remaining in the country. Learn about the architecture, social $12 per time • $8 Member Value Price history and preservation issues of this historic neighborhood. Join us for this three part month-by-month gardening series. We will be walking 1.5 miles. Register by May 22. We will focus on low maintenance, easy-care garden to-dos HIGHPOINT CENTER FOR PRINTMAKING each month from May – July. At the end of the series you will Thursday, June 28 • 1 – 3:30 pm have a beautiful manageable garden! $27 • $18 Member Value Price LOFT WRITING CLASS Don’t miss this opportunity for a behind the scenes tour of PUNCH LINES: LIGHT VERSES & JOKE POEMS Highpoints print shop, a viewing of their editions prints and Thursdays, May 10 – 31 • 10 am – noon enjoy a print making demonstration. Register by June 14. $140 • $126 Member Value Price SOMALI MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA This class is for writers who want to sharpen their poetic voice Wednesday, July 18 • 1 – 3:30 pm and funny bones. Presented through the Loft Literary Center. $18 • $12 Member Value Price To register call 612 + 379 8999 or visit loft.org. Register by May 3. Tour North America’s first and only museum devoted to TEA TASTING WITH TEA SOURCE Somali Culture. We will have a docent tour viewing the Thursday, August 23 • 10:30 am – noon collection and learning about the Somali Community in $15 • $10 Member Value Price the Twin Cities. Register by July 3. If you’ve been interested in learning about tea, this program ALEXIS BAILLY VINEYARD – is perfect to start you on that journey. Don’t miss this MINNESOTA’S ORIGINAL WINERY opportunity to find out how tea helps our bodies and clears Thursday, July 26 • 10:30 am – 2 pm our minds. Register by August 16. $38 • $25 Member Value Price Relax and enjoy a relaxing day in the vineyard. We will have a private wine tasting and a picnic lunch. What better way to ongoing programs spend a summer afternoon? Register by July 16. MEN’S CLUB ROUNDTABLE AT SHOLOM EAST ICE CREAM TASTING TOUR 4th Monday of the month • 9 – 10 am Thursday, August 16 • 1 – 3 pm WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE $15 • $10 Member Value Price 4th Monday of the month • 9:15 – 10:30 am Cool down with us! We will taste-test ice cream from Grand No Women’s Roundtable in May. Ole Creamery, Cold Front and Izzy’s. Who will have the best flavors, texture and ambiance? We will find out! *new time starting in June: 10:30 am Register by August 1. JCC BOOK GROUP 4th Thursday of the month • 10 – 11 am

CREATIVE WRITING Mondays 10:30 am – noon A weekly, year-round class offering a supportive environment in which to share work and grow as a writer.

17 MORE BUZZ!

A JCC Story If you ask Adam Schraber Now, Adam is taking this commitment “I want to thank the St. Paul JCC for what are the influences to the next level. With a group of dental helping me to become the person that in his life, he answers – students, he will be traveling to the I am each day. Thank you for everything without a pause – the Dominican Republic to treat a you do each day to create a caring St. Paul JCC! Now a community who is in dire need of dental and welcoming place for people of all third year resident care. “In pursuit of my dental dream, I ages to share experiences, grow studying Dentistry at want to take on this challenge and treat and become community.” Midwestern University in those who aren’t as lucky as we are in For more information about Adam and Illinois, Adam credits his days at the J for the United States. I strive to become the his mission visit gofundme.com and shaping him into the person he is today. best version of myself.” search Dominican Republic Dental Trip. His education started in our loving ECC and he spent every summer at Camp Butwin, from the youngest camper to the oldest, eventually becoming a Staff-in-Training to a Program Director. Said Adam, “I went from being a really shy kid, to someone with the self-confi- dence to believe I could make my own dreams come true.” During dental school, Adam volunteered as a basketball coach at the J and became the youngest recipient of the Roy Applebaum Memorial Award, presented to someone who inspires children while teaching the fundamentals of basketball. “Receiving this award taught me that I love being around kids and being able to play a role in their lives.”

Welcome Camp Butwin Shlichim! SUMMER Gal Offer will be completing her Israeli Military service as a Summer Shalicha at Camp HOST Butwin. A life-long dancer and performer, we are so fortunate to have her as our Rikkud FAMILIES (Dance & Movement) Specialist this summer. Gal looks forward to meeting the staff and WANTED campers and sharing Israeli music and culture An integral part of the success of with everyone. Gal Offer the Summer Slichim program Rotem Arbetman joins us as our Camp Butwin is our amazing families who Omanut (Arts & Crafts) Specialist. Originally welcome them into their homes. from Haifa and having recently completed If your family is interested in being her military service, Rotem studied different a host family, contact Ben Savin. kinds of art in school and can’t wait to share these different types of experiences with our campers. She loves working with children of all ages! Rotem Arbetman

Ben Savin Youth and Camping Director [email protected] 18 651 + 255 4768 CONTACTS TRIBUTE DONATIONS

ABRAHAMSON FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND DAVID AND SHEILA H. BROD FAMILY FUND BETTY AND SEYMOUR FALK ARTS AND Alvin and Bonnie Abrahamson Barry and Rena Glaser ATHLETICS ENDOWMENT FUND Jack and Joan Abrahamson With best wishes for a speedy recovery Robert Falk and Michelle Ziegler to Sheila Brod DR. RICHARD ADELSON MEMORIAL FUND MICHAEL FALK MEMORIAL Martin and Nancy Hauser JACK BUTWIN CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND SPECIAL NEEDS FUND Dick and Bev Behr Robert Falk and Michelle Ziegler AREA OF GREATEST NEED In memory of Richard Gurevich Joel Glaser In memory of Preston Miller FANTLE FAMILY FUND In honor of Barry Glaser’s 75th birthday Michael Brezman’s retirement Lois Moheban In honor of Rena Glaser’s birthday Michael and Cindy Garr and Family In honor of the birth of Betty and Herb Fantle’s Jack Lemmon, Kaela Brennan and Family In loving memory of the Oskey Family’s great-granddaughter In memory of William Brennan Jr. and Mom/Nana Pat Alberta Lemmon Dorothy Lipschultz FRIENDS OF THE ARTS Charles Maron and Maggie Hoover In fond memory of Blair Wolfson Asia Kogan In memory of Don Bernstein In memory of Harold Magy Allen and Nancy Levine Jackie Paster Phyllis and Lloyd Robinson TRUDY ARENSON AND Elaine Steinman Shirley Shimota MURIEL SILVERS ARENSON Sharon and William Torodor MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT FUND CALMENSON FAMILY FUND Mariam Zamansky Randy and Raleigh Kaminsky FOR SENIOR ADULTS and Sherm Kaminsky Bruce Cohen BURT AND LUCILLE GARR FUND Gary and Marion Klein Dori Denelle Steve and Cathy Armstrong Sherry Knazan In memory of Elaine Rubin’s mother, Manya Paula Bernstein Reida Lazer-Chein and David Chein Burt and Lucille Garr Gary and Susan Bloom Barbie Levine In honor of Joanie Levey’s granddaughter’s Dori Denelle Sherm and Jan Ringer Bat Mitzvah Barry and Rena Glaser William and Ryvelle Tilsner Joanie Levey Steve and Barb Godes In memory of Harold Arenson In memory of Don Bernstein Michael and Anne Rickert Barbie Levine and Sara Lynn Newberger Rita Shear NAOMI AND NEIL ARNOLD In memory of Harvey Winthrop Rick and Diane Smookler WOMEN’S HEALTH AND WELLNESS FUND Michael and Erin Waldman Neil and Naomi Arnold CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of Burt Garr’s special birthday In honor of Tom Sherman’s special birthday Steve and Barb Godes Paula Bernstein Neil and Naomi Arnold In honor of Jan Godes’ special birthday Gary and Susan Bloom Steve Litton In honor of the birth of Caren Page’s Dori Denelle The Friends of Neil and Naomi Arnold twin grandchildren Barry and Rena Glaser and Barbara and Roger Rubin In memory of Don Bernstein Steve and Barb Godes Rick and Diane Smookler In memory of Ron Glassman Rita Shear In loving memory of Miryom Arnold Kass In memory of Stanley Malmon Rick and Diane Smookler In memory of Preston Miller In honor of Lucille Garr’s special birthday RON AND RUTH BEAR Anne Rickert Paula Bernstein MEMORIAL HEALTH AND FITNESS FUND In memory of Ross Todd Barry and Rena Glaser Esther and Jim Paletz Joanie Levey In memory of Bernice Fiterman CLAIRE AND ROY COHEN Rita Shear In memory of Harriet Londer Heilicher YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND In honor of Lucille and Burt Garr’s anniversary In memory of Sally Ravich Jody Cohen Press and Steve Press Burt and Lucille Garr Esther and Jim, Steven and Lauren Paletz Daniel and Mary Weir In honor of Jeffrey Ringer’s birthday In memory of Harlan Stern Michael and Cindy Garr and Family LARRY COHEN LEADERSHIP and Dan and Jodi Saltzman and Family FANNIE AND MAURICE BIRNBERG DEVELOPMENT FUND In honor of Sherm Ringer’s 85th birthday CULTURAL ARTS FUND Kathi Donnelly Cohen Barry and Rena Glaser Michael Launer and Lesli Hines In honor of Zachary Ringer’s engagement In memory of Helaine Birnberg CULTURAL ARTS FUND With best wishes for a speedy recovery Burt and Lucille Garr to Hannah Saltzman SUSAN S. AND GARY J. BLOOM FUND Barbie Levine and Sara Lynn Newberger Gary and Susan Bloom In memory of Kerry Olson JACK AND LILLIAN GELLER FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND FOR CHILDREN AND Gary and Susan Bloom, Lora and Kim DORI DENELLE STAFF INITIATIVE FUND YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS In loving memory of Dorothy Feiler Barry and Rena Glaser Loren and Rosie Geller Burt and Lucille Garr With best wishes for a very happy birthday In memory of Sally Ravich In honor of Gary Bloom’s birthday to Dori Denelle

CLARA AND MEYER BREAM DR. BILL DERECHIN MEMORIAL FUND BUILDING BEAUTIFICATION FUND Haddie Derechin Eileen Bream In honor of Hy Paisner’s special birthday With best wishes for a special happy birthday In memory of Ron Glassman to Jan Godes In memory of Sheila Paisner’s brother

This list acknowledges, with gratitude, contributions of $10 or more that were received from November 1, 2017 – February 28, 2018. If we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled your name, please notify Evie Kamin at 651 + 255 4741 and we will include a correction in the next issue of Attractions. Thank you for your generous support of the St. Paul JCC’s funds and programs. 19 TRIBUTE DONATIONS

MICHAEL BENJAMIN GLASER FAMILY Linda and Jim Stein NANCY AND ELLIOTT KARASOV FUND FOR INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY Lloyd and Vicki Stern FAMILY FUND PROGRAMMING Richard and Liz Strimling Alan Olstein and Phyllis Karasov Burt and Lucille Garr Chaim and Katie White In memory of Leona Dolloff Best wishes for a happy anniversary to Susan Zweig and Family Rena and Barry Glaser In loving memory of Katie Sanders CY KASTER YOUTH HEALTH AND Dori Denelle Harold and Maxine Slobof FITNESS FUND Burt and Lucille Garr In memory of Diane Cohen Carol Gurstelle Sharon and Mike Posnansky In memory of Harold Magy Barbara Kaster Sherm and Jan Ringer Robin and Bryan Landy In honor of Barry Glaser’s special birthday HARRIET AND PETER GLICK Sally Orren Burt and Lucille Garr CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Leslie and Bruce Rosenberg Sharon and Mike Posnansky Peter and Harriet Glick Larry Rothstein In honor of Rena Glaser’s special birthday In honor of Adam and Chante’ Glick’s marriage Bill and Ryvelle Tilsner Larry and Sue Savett In memory of Bernice Fiterman Shirley Witkin In honor of Barry and Rena Glaser’s new home and Fran and Phil Yeddis Mazel Tov on Zoe’s Bat Mitzvah MARLENE GOLDENBERG LEADERSHIP In memory of Sylvia Gloozman Barry and Rena Glaser DEVELOPMENT FUND Evie Kamin In honor of David and Sheila Rutman’s Herbert Goldenberg In honor of the birth of Barb Kaster’s daughter’s marriage great-granddaughter, Emma Rose In honor of Ron and Helen Lifson’s SARA AND DAN GREENBERG FUND Barbara Kaster grandchildren’s marriage Sara and Dan Greenberg In honor of Cindy Witkin’s special birthday In honor of Sherm Ringer’s special birthday In memory of Don Bernstein In honor of Dina Gross’ special birthday In loving memory of Katie Sanders In memory of Carolin Magstadt’s grandmother In honor of Sharlyne Krauss’ special birthday In memory of Barb and Mike Hinz’s brother, Bill In memory of Charlene Firestone’s father, Lou JEAN HARRIS ENDOWMENT FUND MIRIAM AND LEROY KIEFFER In memory of Don Bernstein Irwin Weisman ENDOWMENT FUND Thinking of Janie Rutman Leroy and Miriam Kieffer Tom and Arlene Alm INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY FUND Eva Broude 9:15 am Exercise Class PEARL AND JOSEPH KRAWETZ FAMILY Jaymee Chanen In honor of Amy Hodge, Cynthia, Chris and Deanne HEBREW ULPAN FUND Dori Denelle Burt and Lucille Garr Robert and Afrose Krawetz Robert Hale Easton In honor of Sue Leonard’s birthday Neal and Susan Shapiro Steven and Stephanie Farsht With best wishes for a very happy birthday Ken and Molly Garelick to Barb Godes LAUNER FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND Burt and Lucille Garr Sherm and Jan Ringer Lesli Hines and Michael Launer Steve and Barb Godes In memory of Pat Wolfson Steve and Eve Kafitz, Micah and Lizzie Kafitz, In memory of Michael Volk LEAVITT FAMILY JEWISH EDUCATION FUND Zach and Lindsay Kafitz and Rick and Diane Smookler Burt and Lucille Garr David Raskas and Milo Mortenson With best wishes to Sherm Ringer on In memory of Nina Samuels’ Mother Brian and Sandy Kamin his special birthday Murray and Linda Kieffer Burt and Lucille Garr MACCABI FUND Steve and Nessa Kleinglass Janet and William Munson Ken and Tracey Agranoff and Family Art and Marlene Kravetzker Sherm and Jan Ringer In memory of Michael Volk Lou and Muriel Lachter In memory of Don Bernstein Harry and Nina Rosefelt Natalie Sobchak Lacina Burt and Lucille Garr Jimmy and Stephanie Levine and Family Sherm and Jan Ringer SYLVAN AND ESTELLE MACK Helen and Ron Lifson In memory of Harlan Stern PUBLIC AFFAIRS FUND Lee Litman Judy Goldner Sally Lorberbaum EVELYN AND MEL KAMIN Julie Pfefer ENDOWMENT FUND MORT MADDEN TODAH RABAH STAFF FUND Kim Polak-Guerrero Paula Bernstein Josh, Robin, Eli and Zach Madden Sharon and Mike Posnansky In honor of Evie and Mel Kamin’s anniversary In memory of Norma Sue Madden Arlene Reich Brian and Sandy Kamin Alan Milavetz and Bonnie Resnick In memory of Don Bernstein HATTIE AND HENRY MAROFSKY Sherm and Jan Ringer In memory of Bernice Fiterman ADMINISTRATIVE FUND Jeff and Wendy Ringer and Family In memory of Michael Volk Myrna and Lawrence Marofsky Phyllis and Lloyd Robinson Evie Kamin In memory of Artice Silverman Aron and Ellen Rolnitzky In honor of Bert Shear’s 90th birthday Stuart and Joann Marofsky Gail Rosenberg In honor of Lyba Vinitsky’s 75th birthday Janie and Don Rutman REUBEN AND ESTHER KAPLAN FUND In loving memory of Artie Silverman Kim Rutman Weiner Harold Kaplan, Jennifer and Bob Kaplan, In loving memory of Katie Sanders Anita Silver and Ed Samuels Lindsay and Jamie Kaplan, In memory of Beatrice Hymes Ellen Savett Libby and Benjie Kaplan In memory of Elaine Tindell Larry and Sue Savett In memory of Katie Sanders In memory of Lorrayne Glazman Jerry, Sue and Jenni Schwartz Robert and Jennifer Kaplan In memory of Rob and Ann Mueller’s Jerry and Louise Segal Mom and Dad Daniel and Myndal Silver and Family With best wishes for a happy birthday Harold and Maxine Slobof to Susan Kushner

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SHERMAN AND EVELYN MARRINSON MAX AND FELICIA SCHULZ FAMILY FUND EDWARD AND ESTHER TILSEN ENDOWMENT MUSIC MEMORIAL FUND Marshall and Shirley Besikof FUND FOR YOUTH Robert Hanson In appreciation to Cantor Barry Abelson David and Christine Anderson In appreciation to Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman Barb and Neal Frank BILL AND ROSE MARVY CAMP BUTWIN Thinking of Melanie Barry Lorraine Hertz ENDOWMENT FUND Thinking of Micki Naiman Linda Lilja Bob and Florie Marvy Bevan and Judy Marvy In memory of Don Bernstein FRANCES AND TED SHUIRMAN FUND Bob, Florie , Scott, Dan and Brad Marvy In memory of Bernice Fiterman Janie and Don Rutman Sally Orren Bob, Florie , Scott, Dan and Brad Marvy Sending best wishes in honor of Tom Sherman’s Sherm and Jan Ringer In memory of Katie Sanders special birthday Boca Raton Hand Ball Club The Marvy Family c/o Bob Tilsen In memory Marc Spilo’s friend ROSE AND CLARENCE SIEGEL AND DIANNE Bill and Ryvelle Tilsner AND LEIGHTON SIEGEL FAMILY FUND In memory of Mimi Marvy MAYERON FAMILY HEALTH AND Barry and Rena Glaser FITNESS FUND Rick and Diane Smookler TOBIAS SINGER TODD ENDOWMENT FUND Tom Paper Thinking of Dianne Siegel Cathy Tobias Sharon and Mike Posnansky In memory of Mirel “Mimi” Marvy MIKE AND LOIS MOHEBAN With best wishes for a speedy and complete ENDOWMENT FUND recovery to Dianne Siegel TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Neena Cohen Dianne Siegel Leon and Chelle Katz Lois Moheban In memory of Leonard Schloff’s Sister In memory of Sylvia Gloozman With best wishes to Don and Mary Eileen Sorenson In memory of Eileen O’Shaughnessy’s Father Audrey Kiges in their new home In memory of Don Bernstein HARRY AND ADDIE SILVERMAN Sally Orren SALLY AND HERSHEL ORENSTEIN FUND ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of Bert Shear’s special birthday Pearlee and Steve Coty Michael and Joanne Silverman In memory of Don Bernstein In honor of Judy Goldberg’s 85th birthday In memory of Stan Malmon In memory of Lois Kaufman In memory of Preston Miller In memory of Harlan Stern PASSOVER FOR ALL DRIVE Michael and Anne Rickert Jon Bacal and Lisa Hoff SONNIE SILVERMAN In memory of Don Bernstein Barry and Rena Glaser CHILDREN’S LIBRARY FUND In memory of Mark Jaffe Sharon and William Torodor Gayle and Bill Saeks In memory of Laura Puklich Trisha Van Hecke In honor of Cindy Mori on her special birthday Betty Sher In honor of Idele Weinberg’s birthday MARY AND JULIUS PERTZIK JEWISH AMY AND GEORGE SITKOFF Mariam Zamansky CULTURAL ARTS FUND ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of Sally Orren’s special birthday Marvin Pertzik Betsy and Steve Sitkoff George Huber In memory of our parents GERTRUDE AND SOLOMON POGORILER MICHAEL AND ERIN WALDMAN CULTURAL ARTS FUND MILTON G. AND EVELYN S. SMITH ENDOWMENT FUND Jim and Julie Podlich DAY CARE AND CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Janet Leavitt In loving memory of Marion Bans Judy Smith and Howard Tomar In memory of Carolin Magstadt’s Grandmother Harvey and Diana Pogoriler In loving memory of Evelyn S. Smith Michael and Erin Waldman In memory of Bernice Fiterman IDA AND LEONARD RAPOPORT CULTURAL NORMAN S. AND ETHEL D. SMITH DAY CARE In memory of Alan Sataloff’s mother, Ruth ARTS FUND FOR NEW AMERICANS AND CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Andrew Rapoport Norman and Ethel Smith JERRY WALDMAN AND JUDI BELZER In memory of Don Bernstein ENDOWMENT FUND HEATH ROSENBLOOM YOUTH ATHLETIC In memory of Sylvia Gloozman Jerry Waldman and Judith Belzer MEMORIAL FUND Amy and Jeff Aronow SMOOKLER CHALFEN FAMILY MENDEL AND ESTERA ZBOROWSKI In memory of Heath Rosenbloom ENDOWMENT FUND AND HENRY AND CELINA SCIBORA Cindy Rosten Murray and Frank Murray Burt and Lucille Garr MEMORIAL FUND In memory of our parents, Bernice Barry and Rena Glaser Roman Scibora and Jesse Rosten With best wishes for a happy birthday Bill and Nancy Rosenbloom to Ricky Smookler ZIMMERMAN FAMILY FUND In memory of Janice Fabio Anonymous Bill Rosenbloom TAMSKY/POMERANTZ ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of Evie Kamin Morgan and Marilyn Tamsky ZIMMERMAN TECH STAGE FUND In honor of the engagement of Sasha Launer Marsha Zimmerman EVE SCHNITZER ETTINGER, and Hamilton Ulmer MAX SCHNITZER, ANN SCHNITZER HYMANSON, TEACHERS FUND AND IDELLIE SCHNITZER OSMAN Jane Nehls-Neumann CAMP FUND In memory of Diane Sobel Peni and Steve Gensler and Family Maureen O’Brien and Samuel Nolley In honor of the Yahrzeit of Idellie Schnitzer Osman

21 2017 ANNUAL FUND GIVERS

PILLARS OF THE JCC Lurie LLP Morgan Stanley Wealth Nancy Krawetz and Ross Kahn $5,000 + Maggie Madden Management Karbon Group Judith and Brian Krasnow Augeo Marketing Mairs and Power Inc. Newport Cold Storage Judy and Todd Marshall Wendy and Steve Baldinger Investment Services Maureen O’Brien and Samuel Nolley Lois Moheban Bremer Insurance Susan and Mark O’Leary Phyllis Karasov and Alan Olstein Rosanne Nathanson Lisa Capp/Martin & Barb Frey and Howard Orenstein Annette and Richard Ozer Annette and Richard Ozer Esther Capp Foundation Marvin Pertzik Paster Properties Jody Cohen Press and Steven Press Drake Bank Jody Cohen Press and Steven Press Press Law Office, PLLC Larry Raasch Kraus-Anderson Karen Blumberg and Daniel Rischall Anne Russell and Merrell Peters Sue and Geoff Roether Rhoda and Don Mains Wendy and Steve Rubin Pierce Pini & Associates, Inc. Jodi and Dan Saltzman Mall of America Kristin Mellstrom and Pinstripes PJ Pofahl and Charlie Nauen Noralee Mogol Kevin Schluender Marietta and Charles Pitzele Bernadette and James Scheib Michael and Polly Saxon – Roz and Yoav Segal Gerald Portnoy Shapiro Endowment Fund Inver Grove Ford Lincoln Emily and Daniel Shapiro Rischall Endowment Fund Ellen and David Sloane Schuler Shoes Schechter Dokken Kanter Connie and Paul Ross Ruth and Ephraim Sparrow Michelle and Steve Shaller Joanne and Michael Silverman Schaerfer Hardwood Floors, Inc Rachel and Adam Stock Spilker Western National Insurance Yetta and Jerome Simon Sexton Printing The Urgency Room Benno and Gertrude Wolff Skadron Animal Hospital Rossy Shaller Mary Ann and David Wark Family Fund Diane and Rick Smookler Samantha & Daniel Hersch Catherine Barnett Wilson So Low Grocery Outlet and Stacey Shaller and Stephen Wilson JCC BENEFACTORS Stinson Leonard Street LLP Emily and Daniel Shapiro Marsha Zimmerman $1,000 - $4,999 Sundays Off Pool Laurie and Tom Smith Susan and Neil Zirkes Tracey and Ken Agranoff Katherine and Jeff Tane Erica Stern All Incorporated Tony Thole of Merrill Lynch Lucille Sukalo SILVER CIRCLE AmeriPride Services Tilsner Carton Company Travel One Inc. $100 - $249 John Ampe of Bernicks Tito’s Vodka Ultimate Fleet Repair Anonymous (3) Atlas Staffing Inc Judi Belzer and Jerry Waldman Victory Parking, Inc. Yevsey Akkerman Carrie and Jerrold Bader Erin and Michael Waldman The Wellington Senior Living Jackie Alshuler Marlys and Elliot Badzin Patrick Zimmerman West River Dental Care Robert Baldinger Lisa and Alan Bernick Barb and Gerry Wildes Ellen Mack and Thomas Bates Susan and Gary Bloom JCC SUSTAINERS Barbara Winthrop Sara and Peter Beagan Stephanie and Michael Chauss $500 – $999) Sandy and Joe Wolkowicz Nechama and Zalman Bendet Collins Electrical Construction Co Anonymous (2) Woodstone Renovations, LLC Tim, Cindy, Ben, Rachel & Sara Boles Jim Dockman Sharon Benmaman and John Allen Irina and Vadim Braginsky EXOS Jean King and Stuart Appelbaum GOLD CIRCLE Richard Burman Rosemary Kessler and Kevin Filter Henry Blissenbach $250 - $499 Joseph Clarkin Bruce Fink Carole and Tim Bloom Anonymous (2) Mary-Louise and Bradley Clary First Trust Company Bloom Commercial Real Estate Marcia and Robert Adair Joanne and George Clemens Fredrikson & Byron, PA Tom Cytron-Hysom and Connie Barry Susanne and Warren Cohen Molly and Ken Garelick Robert Boyce Joy Bartscher Andrea and Riley Conway Karen and Fred Gordon Sheila and David Brod Carolyn Levy and Sheldon Berkowitz Jennifer and Joel Denenholz Myra and Roger Greenberg Brodie Endowment Fund Paula Bernstein Haddie Derechin Sara and Dan Greenberg Bro-Tex Shirley and Marshall Besikof Stacy and Michael Dockman Steve Greenberg Susan Cobin Cheryl and George Bier Patricia Dolan Horwitz Inc Amy Jacobson and Lisa Cohen Holly and Jon Brod Farber Kate Maple and Bill Driver Hub International Collins Electrical Construction Co. Soni and Michael Cohen Catherine and Richard Ehrmanntraut Sandy and Brian Kamin Claire Olson and William Davidson Christy and Gary Danisch Florence and Gabriel Ellwein Kamin Wealth Management/ Michael Dorner Annie and Niles Deneen Carol Engel UBS Financial Services Betty and Ron Ellis Dori Denelle Melissa and Todd Engman Nancy Karasov Karen and James Forman Emily Lagace and John Faughnan Kenneth Epstein Marion and Gary Klein Otis Hilbert Hannah and Michael Foldes Susan Evans Anna Schorer and Gary Kravitz Elizabeth and Todd Johnson Dwaine and Sondra Glasenapp Kristine Drew and Erica Faltek Cheryle Kristal Jennifer and Robert Kaplan Barb and Steve Godes Margo and David Fox Cristiana Giordano and David Kristal Nancy and Stephen Lane Debbie Goldberger Barbara Frame Nancy and Allen Levine Liberty Carton Janie and Joe Goldberger Nancy Fushan Stephanie and Jimmy Levine Kathy and Marc Manderscheid Laurie and Bruce Goldfarb Sherril and Eliot Garahan LSE Architects, Inc. Mildred Miller Jeffrey Heinrich Eileen Garelick

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