Volume 2, Number 1 \ A Guide for Jewish Living and Giving in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Highland Beach

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CELEBRITIES, SUPPORTERS ANDRECIPIENTS SHINE AT JEWISH

FEDERATION’S MAIN EVENT

For one glorious night, youdidn’t have to look to the sky to

see the stars in Boca Raton.

The stars were in as celebrities, supporters and some very specialrecipients came together in perfectrhythm at the Jewish Federation of

South Palm Beach County’s 2007Main Event entitled, “Dancing

with the Stars,” at Boca WestCountry Club on February

26, 2007.

So perfect was thealignment that

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A S TA R L I T N I G H TDonor SpotlightOne woman pioneers the first-of-its-kind philanthropic center—and the future of Jewish giving.

Evenings of ValorFormer directors of the CIA and Israeli Mossad provideda stimulating kick-off to Major Gifts Week.

Lions Luncheon How a principal from Tennessee (and some paper clips)inspired a packed house at the Polo Club Boca Raton.

Inaugural EventWith two steps up and a giant leap forward, FederationWomen unite for ‘a new era of leadership.’

Federation’s Metro Takes Off!Vanity Fair’s Creative Director brings Metro passengers behind the images of 9/11.

Jewish Community FoundationThree wishes granted for local Jewish women and girls.

Jewish Community Relations CouncilFind out what cause attracted almost 1,000 residents to Temple Beth El in Boca Raton recently.

A WARM THANK YOU

As I grow misty-eyed writing my last column for our community as the outgoing Chair of the Board, I am soincredibly thankful for the wonderful leaders, donors and friends I have made. I have experienced missionswith our great professional staff and lay leaders and these incredible memories of our important work willstay with me for the rest of my days. Even though I am no stranger to community work, every community has distinct leadership and visionaries and I must say that this community is stellar. We may have all beenborn elsewhere and relocate temporarily at the end of season, but we have a heart and leap of faith thathave continued to sustain the imperative services to beneficiaries.

I have been privileged to serve this community in various capacities. From the Planning and AllocationsCommittee, to Financial Aid Task Forces, to King David Society Co-Chair with my husband Raymond, toGeneral Campaign Chair, and finally as the Chair of the Board of Directors. In each area, I have workedwith consummate professionals and passionate lay leaders. Every day, people in our community choose tohelp make life better for those we serve. We are indeed blessed and occasionally challenged. I will neverforget the community response and call to action during the Argentine Crisis, the initial Israel EmergencyCampaign, the Tsunami, Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Wilma, and the most recent Israeli wartime challengethis past summer. This community is strong and cohesive and can accomplish great things when we all work together.

I will be handing over the gavel to a great leader, Stewart Harris, on April 26, 2007. Please open yourhearts and doors to Stewart, as his compassion for the Jewish community is profound. I leave this communityresponsibility, but not the Jewish community at large. I hope that great works and dreams will continue tobecome realities. I pray each and every one of you continue in good health and happiness. Above all, Ithank you for being part of this great community and ask that you all continue the great works that can be achieved.

Have a great summer and return safely to this wonderful community we all call home.

Shalom,

Etta Gross Zimmerman

Chai LightsFEDERATION OFF ICERSChair

Etta Gross Zimmerman

Vice ChairsSteven Bedowitz

Alan CornellWarren Greenspoon

Thomas R. KaplanEllen R. Sarnoff

Ted Struhl

TreasurerIra M. Gerstein

Assistant TreasurerMichael J. Weinberg

SecretaryAlbert Gortz

Assistant SecretaryRoxane Frechie Lipton

Immediate Past ChairLawrence D. Altschul

President & CEOWilliam S. Bernstein, MSW

FEDERATION/UJA CAMPAIGNVice Chair

Steven Bedowitz

Chair, Women’s DivisionEllen R. Sarnoff

1st Vice Chair Campaign, Women’s DivisionCindy Orbach Nimhauser

Vice Chair Major Gifts, Women’s DivisionKinnie Gorelick

Metro Division Co-ChairsJill Deutch

Debra HalperinJonathan Louis

CAMPAIGN PROFESSIONALSVice President, Campaign & Community

DevelopmentJason M. Shames

Vice President, Women’s Division Marla Weiss Egers

Associate Vice President, Campaign Operations

Jennifer Koenig

This publication is produced by the Marketing & Communications Department ofthe Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

If you’re interested in underwriting this publication or advertising, please contactthe Marketing & Communications Department at (561) 852-3177.

By Etta Gross Zimmerman, Chair

Vice President, Marketing & CommunicationsAndrew M. Rose

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When Toby Weinman Palchik cut the ribbon ona first-of-its-kind Jewish philanthropic center, shewas in familiar territory. A half-century ago,Weinman Palchik took on the role of “pioneer”as the first woman to become an electrical contractor in New York and possibly the entirethe country.

While becoming the namesake of the new Toby Weinman Palchik Center for JewishPhilanthropy is a labor of love, taking over herfather’s electrical contracting business in a male-dominated industry was a matter of necessity.

“My father died and I needed to take care ofmy mother,” recalls Weinman Palchik, who hadearned an undergraduate degree in BusinessAdministration and was in pursuit of her MBAat the time. “I decided to continue the legacy ofcarrying on the family business, but I could onlydo it by hiring licensees that were men becauseno women were allowed in the industry.”

She immediately encountered a major hurdle as one of her father’s clients, famed developerand philanthropist Alexander Muss, looked elsewhere for bids for an electrical contract ona new high-rise building he was planning in theNew York City area.

“He wanted to give it to someone else,”Weinman Palchik said. “But I said, ‘Give me a chance,’ and I won the job.”

The rest is history – or “her-story.” WeinmanPalchik took the business to incredible heights,working on a wide spectrum of major projects –from the bustling skyline of New York City to thebudding coastline of Clearwater Beach, Florida.

“Because of her position and her success, therules in the field of electrical contracting eventu-ally changed,” said Robin Weinman O’Hara,one of Weinman Palchik’s three daughters. “Sheinspired a lot of women throughout the country.”

Weinman Palchik’s inspiration was not limitedto the business world. Shortly after taking overher father’s company, she used part of themoney she borrowed to expand the businessand dedicate an ark in his name – AbrahamIsaac Smith – at the Glenwood Jewish Center inBrooklyn, N.Y. “It was important to pay tribute tomy father, who worked so hard to take care ofus and always had time to help the community.”She subsequently dedicated additional rooms atthe temple in memory of her mother, SophieSmith, and brother, Raymond Smith.

After eventually retiring to Florida, WeinmanPalchik continued her philanthropic legacy. Shehas been a donor to the UJA/Federation’sAnnual Campaign for 10 years, and became a“Lion of Judah” in 1996. She established theToby & Mel Palchik Philanthropic Fund as wellas a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA). In 2004,she became a trustee of the Jewish Women’sFoundation of South Palm Beach County. She isa “Keeper of the Gate” with Hadassah and alife member of Brandeis University.

Weinman Palchik is topping it all off with a $1million gift to underwrite the new Toby WeinmanPalchik Center for Jewish Philanthropy of theJewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.The new center represents the future of Jewishgiving as it brings together all aspects of philanthropy – annual giving, endowments,

supplemental giving, capital projects, corpo-rate underwriting and Federation namingopportunities. Now under one roof, the Centermakes it easy for individuals and families to make more informed choices about theircharitable giving while fulfilling the vital needsof the Jewish community, locally and worldwide.

“The Jewish Federation is laying down a wholenew foundation for the future,” said WeinmanPalchik. “It gives me the opportunity to continuemy philanthropy in perpetuity. I hope it helpsfulfill everybody’s dreams and makes a differ-ence in the lives of those who need help aroundthe world.”

As the matriarch of her family of three daughters,all married, and eight grandchildren, WeinmanPalchik knows about spreading the love, saysWeinman O’Hara.

“She is an inspiration to all of us, the beaconthat guides us,” she added. “She has alwaysbeen a dedicated, hard-working individual withphilanthropic values. She knows about creatingwealth, but also knows that giving back is justas important.”

If Weinman Palchik’s life as a professional, philanthropist, parent and grandparent is anyindication, the Jewish community of south PalmBeach County is in good hands.

DONOR SPOTLIGHTTOBY WEINMAN PALCHIK: PHILANTHROPIST— AND P IONEER

“I believe that when you give,

you always get back, I want that

to be my legacy.

Toby Weinman Palchik, namesake of the new Center for

Jewish Philanthropy

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JEWISH FEDERATION LAUNCHES NEW TOBY WEINMAN PALCHIK CENTER FOR JEWISHPHILANTHROPY WITH $1 MILLION DONATION

Funded by a $1 million donation from a long-time supporter, the Jewish Federation ofSouth Palm Beach County today announcedthe launch of its new Toby Weinman PalchikCenter for Jewish Philanthropy (CJP).

“Our new center will open the door to excitingphilanthropic opportunities, helping donorsmake their dreams come true,” said WilliamS. Bernstein, Federation President and CEO.“A trusted name in Jewish philanthropy formany decades, Federation is expanding itsservices to match individual and family desireswith the vital needs of the Jewish community.”

The center has been funded by Toby WeinmanPalchik, who was a pioneer in the electricalcontracting field as the first woman contractor inNew York. She has since established an extensivephilanthropic legacy through Federation andits Jewish Community Foundation.

“The Jewish Federation is laying down awhole new foundation for the future,” saidWeinman Palchik. “It gives me the opportunityto continue my philanthropy in perpetuity. I hopeit helps fulfill everybody’s dreams and makes adifference in the lives of those who need helparound the world.”

Palchik has been a donor to the United JewishAppeal/Federation Annual Campaign for 10years, and became a “Lion of Judah” in

1996. She established the Toby & Mel PalchikPhilanthropic Fund as well as a Charitable GiftAnnuity (CGA). In 2004, she became a trusteeof the Jewish Women’s Foundation of SouthPalm Beach County.

“Toby was a pioneer during her long careeras a businesswoman so it is fitting that she hasbecome the central donor for our new center,”said Bernstein, who developed the concept forthe CJP, which is serving as a model for otherfederations nationally. “Our future depends onthis new approach to fundraising and, thanksto Toby’s generous gift, its existence will beguaranteed for future generations.”

With its personalized approach to charitablegiving, the Toby Weinman Palchik Center forJewish Philanthropy will become the hub of theFederation’s financial resource developmentactivities, including the annual campaign,endowment programs, designated or specialprojects, capital campaigns, corporate under-writing and naming opportunities forFederation departments and divisions.

“Our center is dedicated to serving individualsand families who feel passionately about thekey issues affecting our Jewish community – at home, in Israel and around the world,” said Jason Shames, Federation’s Senior VicePresident of Fundraising and ResourceDevelopment. “Our team of development

professionals will help donors make intelligentdecisions about their charitable giving.”

Through the Toby Weinman Palchik Center forJewish Philanthropy, potential donors canlearn about the pressing needs in the Jewishcommunity, as well as programs and projectsthat are making a positive difference.

“We will assist donors with tax and estateplanning, and offer other benefits such as special recognition and naming opportunitiesfor major gifts,” added Shames. “By workingwith multiple generations, we can also helpestablish a tradition of family philanthropy.”

Other services from the center include advice oncreating a donor-advised fund to help managean overall philanthropic strategy, and providing

CENTER FOR JEWISHPHILANTHROPY

Robyn Weinman O’Hara, Kenneth Bloom, Toby Weinman Palchik,

Barry Berman, Tom O’Hara, Cheryl Weinman Berman

Etta Gross Zimmerman, Stewart Harris, Toby Weinman Palchikand Bill Bernstein

Myrna Skurnick, Eleanor Graber and Charlotte Robinson Bill Bernstein, Toby Weinman Palchik and Leah Siskin

“In looking to find the bestway to maximize themoney we were giving,we found that Federationcould locate all of thevarious needs whetherit was in Russia, or itwas in the U.S.,whether it was hungrypeople, sick people,elderly people, home-less, and so we feltthat this was an easierway for us to give.”

PLEASE GIVE TO THE2007 UJA/FEDERATIONANNUAL CAMPAIGN.

“It’s Our Federation.”Today and Forever.

TO DONATE ONLINE, VISIT:www.jewishboca.orgPhone: 561.852.3100

9901 Donna Klein Boulevard Boca Raton, Florida 33428-1788

“ ”It’s Our

Federation.Phyllis & Harvey SandlerLong-time supporters of the Jewish Federationof South Palm Beach County

coaching to trustees, staff and family memberswho are taking on leadership roles.

“We also recognize that some dreams are toobig for one person or family,” said Bernstein.“Therefore, we reach out to build partnershipswith like-minded philanthropists who share a common goal.”

The Jewish Federation of South Palm BeachCounty’s mission is to provide life-saving and life-enhancing assistance to people in need andtranslate Jewish values into social action onbehalf of Jews locally, in Israel and in more than60 countries world-wide. Federation accomplishesthese goals through the UJA/Federation AnnualCampaign for Jewish Needs, the Jewish CommunityFoundation and the new Toby Weinman PalchikCenter for Jewish Philanthropy, an innovative concept in giving that helps individuals and families make informed choices to fulfill their philanthropic dreams while meeting the vitalneeds of the Jewish community.

For more information on the Toby WeinmanPalchik Center for Jewish Philanthropy and its programs, contact Jason Shames, Senior Vice President, Financial Resource Development,at (561) 852-3127 or jasons@bocafed.org.

Toby Weinman Palchik, Gail DuPuis and Rick DuPuis

Robyn Weinman O’Hara, Toby Weinman Palchik and Kenneth Bloom

Matthew Zucker, Sponsor FMSBonds; William S. Bernstein, President & CEO; Helene Schwedelson, Co-chair; George Tenet, Former CIA Director and Guest Speaker; Roy Schwedelson, Co-chair; Martin and

Marlene Silver, Co-chairs; Danny Yatom, Former Mossad Director and Guest Speaker; Steve Bedowitz, Vice Chair Campaign

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Principal GiftsFORMER DIRECTORS OF THE C IA AND ISRAEL I MOSSAD PROVIDE TWO ST IMULATING‘EVENINGS OF VALOR’The deep-rooted and enduring connection between local Jews and theState of Israel was accentuated during the Jewish Federation of SouthPalm Beach County’s major gifts week that generated $4,837,684 andincluded an appearance by two internationally-known experts whooffered timely input on global security issues.

Former CIA Director George Tenet and former Israeli Mossad DirectorDanny Yatom provided the stimulating backdrop for the Evenings ofValor at St. Andrews Country Club on Dec. 13 and 14 that kicked offthe Federation’s 2007 Annual Campaign. With Israel’s painful summerwar in Lebanon still fresh in the minds of donors in attendance, Tenetand Yatom shared their observations on the turbulent Middle East andanalyzed current world events.

On Dec. 11, car dealership magnate and Jewish philanthropist Norman Braman spoke about the importance of supporting Israel at the Prime Minister’s Council dinner at the Boca Raton home of Phyllisand Harvey Sandler.

The first night of the Evenings of Valor was for Leadership Gifts and theKing David Society, which required a $55,000 minimum family contribution

or a $25,000 minimum individual contribution. The Joshua Society andCrown of Judah Celebration the following evening required a minimumindividual contribution of $10,000.

On both evenings, donors were touched and inspired by a poignantFederation video and an emotional speech from Vice Chair ofCampaign Steve Bedowitz. Tenet, who transfixed the audience with hisencyclopedic knowledge, was then joined on stage by Yatom for aquestion and answer period that focused on Iran, Israel and the U.S.

Bedowitz spoke immediately following a showing of the Federation’scampaign video that addressed Israel’s suffering over the summer.Bedowitz explained how a health problem earlier this year nearlyforced him to resign his position, but he reconsidered when Ketushyarockets began slamming into northern Israel and Iranian PresidentMahmoud Ahmadinejad called for the extermination of the Jewish State.

“I felt such anger that it made me think that my problems weren’t so bad,”said Bedowitz, who implored donors to increase their commitments.“Every day in our lives is a precious day and I’ve learned to give morethan I get.”

George Tenet (foreground) and Danny Yatom

Steve Bedowitz, Campaign Chair; Ira and Eydie Holz, Joshua Society Co-chairs; Danny Yatom, Former Mossad Director and Guest Speaker; Dorothy Meyers Wizer, Crown of Judah Co-chair; George Tenet, FormerCIA Director and Guest Speaker; Caren and Michael Weinberg, Joshua Society Co-chairs; Phyllis Seresky, Crown of Judah Co-chair; William S. Bernstein, Federation President and CEO; and Ellen R. Sarnoff,Women’s Division Chair

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Principal Gift Recognition Levels

Minimum family contribution of$100,000 to the Annual Campaign

Minimum family contribution of$55,000 to the Annual Campaign

Minimum individual contribution of$25,000 to the Annual Campaign

Minimum individual contribution of$10,000 to the Annual Campaign

Evenings of Valor was sponsored byFMSbonds

Tenet, whose seven-year term as CIADirector from 1997-2004 was the second-longest in U.S. history, andYatom agreed that security threats toIsrael are greater than they’ve been in the last 25 years. Yatom, a Knessetmember and retired Major Generalwho served in three wars with theIsrael Defense Forces, comparedAhmadinejad to Stalin and Hitler andsaid the world must understand thedanger that Iran poses.

“The Middle East is a tough neigh-borhood. It’s no place for the weak,” said Yatom, who recommended sanctions first but would not rule out a military strike against Iran if its development of a nuclear weapon appeared inevitable.

“War should be a last resort,” he said. “It’s not fun. It’s not like it’s portrayed on TV.”

Israel’s recovery from the war and the Federation’s ongoing commitment to support hundreds of programs locally and around the world inspiredattendees at the Evenings of Valor and Prime Minister’s Council dinner todonate nearly $5 million.

Leadership Gifts Chairs are Marlene and Martin Silver; King David SocietyChairs are Helene and Roy Schwedelson; Joshua Society Chairs are Eydieand Ira Holz; and Caren and Michael Weinberg; and Crown of Judah Chairs are Phyllis Seresky andDorothy Meyers Wizer. Evenings of Valor was sponsored by FMSbonds. The 2007 UJA/FederationAnnual Campaign is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Pompano.

For more information about the Evenings of Valor or the Federation’s Major Gifts Division, contactRachel Harman at (561) 852-3120 or rachelh@bocafed.org.

Bob Crolic, General ManagerMercedes-Benz of Pompano, and RoySchwedelson

William S. Bernstein, Federation President & CEO, and Ilene Bernstein; Phyllis andHarvey Sandler

“Life is so full of choices. Our lives should bea living example of using individual power ina positive way. As you sit there, I would likefor you to reflect on all the good things lifehas brought you and the choices you havemade in your life,” said Linda Hooper, theinspiration behind the film, “Paper Clips.”

All it took was a paper clip to unlock thepower of the Jewish Federation of South PalmBeach County’s Women’s Division as morethan 500 Lion of Judah donors packed thePolo Club Boca Raton for their annual luncheonon January 31.

Linda Hooper, a middle school principal fromWhitwell, Tenn., told the story of how her students transformed a lesson in cultural diversityand tolerance into a profound tribute to victimsof the Holocaust. The school collected 11 millionpaper clips from all over the world, which theyhoused in a donated World War II Germanrailcar that is now a permanent monument onthe school’s campus. Her students’ efforts weredocumented in the award-winning 2004 film,“Paper Clips.”

“As human beings, we can accomplish anythingif we put our hearts and souls into the task,”she told a hushed crowd. “If the people inWhitwell, a place where 72.5 percent livebelow the poverty line, can create a Children’sHolocaust Memorial, then what can you do?Let us work together to create a world whereacceptance, respect and love become the rule,not the exception.”

Hooper spoke of the long and gruelingprocess of obtaining and transporting theGerman rail car to Whitwell, and finally lowering it onto the local train tracks with amassive crane: “If you don’t believe in ‘beshert’ (meant to be), then don’t tell me!”

Hooper brought along living proof of thePaper Clips Project’s positive impact on the Whitwell Middle School in the form ofeighth-grade student Riley McGrath.

“We have learned about the Holocaust andthe atrocities perpetrated on the victims,” saidMcGrath, her head barely visible above thepodium. “We have taken what we have

learned and applied it to events that are hap-pening in the world today. Hate and prejudiceare still alive. We’re working hard to promotethe message of love and acceptance.”

Hooper also proved she did her homeworkabout the Federation mission, acknowledgingthe organization’s humanitarian efforts inEthiopia, the former Soviet Union and righthere in south Palm Beach County.

“You call yourselves Lions, but I look at all ofyou as strong, strong people with the heart ofa lamb,” said Hooper. “When I look at thethings you do, I am overwhelmed.”

As a result of the luncheon, co-chaired byLouise Galpern and Anne Jacobson, theWomen’s Division raised nearly $600,000.Combining that with previous contributionsfrom the attendees, the total amount representedin the room exceeded the $4.1 million markfor 2007.

Proud New Lions of Judah for 2007

Luncheon

Women’s Division

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TENNESSEE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL AND “PAPERCL IPS” ST IR CAPACITY CROWD

“We were so honored to be in the presence of500 philanthropists whose contributions accountfor such a significant part of the Federation’sAnnual Campaign,” said Galpern. “It’s a testamentto the strength of the women in this community,”added Jacobson.

The 2007 campaign season brought in 92 newLions (representing a commitment of $5,000 ormore to the UJA/Federation Annual Campaign),including two women in their 90s – Libby Meyers,94, mother of Dorothy Wizer, and EdytheSpielvogel, 91.

All of the new Lions stood to receive roses as they were proudly recognized by Barbara Levy and Lyna Zommick, co-chairs of this year’s Lion of Judah outreaches forWomen’s Division.

“You are part of a family of women who caredeeply about our Jewish community, and who act each day to help safeguard our people. Youare our present and our future,” said Zommick.

The Women’s Division, which is chaired by EllenR. Sarnoff, also paid tribute to the past through aspecial candle-lighting ceremony acknowledging15 women who recently passed away, but notbefore establishing Lion of Judah Endowments(LOJE). Tom Kaplan, chair of the JewishCommunity Foundation, and former Women’sDivision Chair Dotti Seaman lit individual candlesfor Ella Berman, Barbara Koch Daniels, SelmaTyser Edlavitch, Shirley Gould, Marsha Hendler,Trudy Jaffee, Roslyn Kaplan, Bea Levy, ShirleyMarcus, Eleanore Rukin, Dolores Schlesinger,

Gloria Sommers, Ruth White, Shirley Woldar andRita Zimmy.

Also present at the luncheon was a group ofIsraeli Lions of Judah who were visiting syna-gogues, museums, Jewish Community Centersand Federations throughout South Florida. Theyled the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah, at thebeginning of the program.

In addition to Hooper, the Lion of Judah contributors also heard an inspirational messagefrom Vicki Agron, a former volunteer leader whonow serves as Senior Vice President of Developmentfor United Jewish Communities (UJC), theFederation’s national umbrella organization.

“All Jews are part of an extended Jewish familyand with us, it’s family first,” said Agron. If we don’t take care of our own, no one will. Itisn’t that people don’t care, it’s just that they don’t know.”

Also recognized at the 2007 Lion of JudahLuncheon were the event’s corporate sponsors –fmsbonds.com, the Sandelman Foundation, andIvan and Co. Jewelers. The 2007 UJA/FederationAnnual Campaign sponsor – Mercedes-Benz ofPompano – was also acknowledged.

For more information about Women’s Division or the Lion of Judah program, contact MarlaWeiss Egers, Vice President, Federation Women’sDivision, at (561) 852-3138 or marlae@bocafed.org.

Israeli Lion Hosts: Edith Clayman, Kinnie Gorelick, Emily Grabelsky, Carol Winig, Cindy Orbach Nimhauser, Betty Kane, Phyllis Seresky,

Debra Halperin, Joan Garde, Karen Altschul, Jeanne Fibus and Estelle Futterman

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Riley McGrath, Linda Hooper, Louise Galpern, Anne Jacobson and

Ellen R. Sarnoff

Jane Kurcsinka of Ivan & Co. Jewelers receives award

Matt Zucker of FMSBonds receives award from Louise Galpern

Alison Schreier of Sandelman Foundation receives award

Anat Pilovsky, Israeli Lion; Karen Altschul, Chair, IsraeliLion Host Committee; Doris Weiser Small, Israeli Lion

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Generations of local Jewish women cametogether to celebrate the spirit of giving at“Stepping Up to a New Era of Leadership,” the inaugural joint luncheon of the Women’sDivision and Metro Women’s Division of theJewish Federation of South Palm Beach Countyat Woodfield Country Club. More than 400women learned and laughed together, hearingthe moving story of Ethiopian-Israeli immigrantsand enjoying the outrageously witty authorJennifer Weiner as keynote speaker.

Before the program began, it was evident thatFederation had already taken one giant leapforward in achieving its goal of bringing togetheran intergenerational audience, one that includedmany mother/daughter pairs, prominent youngleaders and newcomers.

“In looking around this room filled with talentedcaring women, we want to recognize a specialbond that has been created between the Women’sDivision and Metro Women,” said Jill Deutch,who co-chaired the event with Kathy Green andBeth Mishkin.

Added Women’s Division Chair Ellen R. Sarnoff:“A year ago, the co-chairs and I were talkingabout the challenges of making this happen,and when I walked into this beautiful roomtoday, full of so many different women, I congratulated them – they really did it!”

Meskie Shibru-Sivan, Israel’s first professionalEthiopian actress and singer, spoke of the hardship she faced before and after she madealiyah in 1985. When she and her sister left for Israel, her mother was not permitted to join

them after being jailed for her Zionist activities.They were not reunited in Israel until 1991. Onceshe arrived in Israel, Shibru-Sivan also had tosurmount language and cultural barriers andother difficulties faced by Ethiopians adjustingto Israeli life. She did well. In addition to per-forming, recording, and developing drama andmusic rooted in her heritage and experience,she now helps Ethiopian children cope withtheir hardships through drama.

Shibru-Sivan urged support for projects to helpJews in Ethiopia, who are living in dire conditionswaiting to make aliya, and those who haveresettled in Israel but are assimilating far tooslowly. Federation addresses both of theseneeds by working to bring up to 18,000 Jewsremaining in Ethiopia to Israel and helpingmore than 100,000 already there to assimilatefully into Israeli society.

Weiner’s keynote address, entitled “How ayoung Jewish girl from Hartford ended up on aNew York Times best-seller list”, was warm,insightful and hysterically funny, bringing theaudience from one roar of laughter to another.

She said the best thing about having her novelIn Her Shoes made into a movie was not meetingthe stars Cameron Diaz, Shirley MacLaine, andToni Colette, but taking her entire family to thepremiere -- and having Nana announce to people on the set, “I am so proud. This is mygranddaughter, the author.” Her first thoughtwhen the film deal went through was not howrich she would become, but her “chance to bethe Number One grandchild for a little while.”

“Jennifer Weiner had women ages twenty-fiveto ninety-five laughing wildly together at Jewishwomen’s humor at its best,” said Shirley Solomon.Her daughter Marcia Beckerman added, “Shespoke to every woman in the room – daughter,mother and grandmother. Each of us felt like shewas our friend or relative, and she brought ustogether into one family.”

To the co-chairs, that meant the luncheon’s missionof bringing the next generation into a new eraof leadership was accomplished.

“Metro Women was launched this year as partof the Federation’s brand new Metro Division to engage women in their 30s, 40s and 50s,and develop a new generation of women’sleadership,” explained Green. “It has grownvery quickly through service, fundraising,

STEPPING UP TO A NEW ERAFEDERATION WOMEN UNITE FOR INAUGURAL LUNCHEON

Chairs and Speakers (in first row, from left): Jill Deutch (Stepping

Up Co-Chair), Meskie Shibru-Sivan (Guest Speaker), Jennifer

Weiner (Keynote Speaker), Kathy Green (Stepping Up Co-Chair)

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Eric Altschul

Marianne Altschul

Michael Beckerman

Deena Borzak

Jill Deutch

Glen Golish

Debra Halperin

Jeffrey Harris

Hava Holzhauer

Elliot Koolik

Wendy Koolik

Angela Lutin

Eric Matheson

Stephen Mendelsohn

Cindy Nimhauser

David Pratt

Robin Rubin

Peter Siegel

Naomi Steinberg

Etta Zimmerman

9901 DONNA KLEIN BOULEVARD . BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33428 . WWW.JEWISHBOCA.ORG

he mission of the Wexner Heritage

Program is to expand the vision of

Jewish volunteer leaders throughout

North America, deepen their Jewish

values and bring a Jewish language

of discourse to their policy and

decision- making in the community.

By upgrading their knowledge

base and skills, the program

inspires its members to serve their

communities with an enhanced

sense of confidence, effectiveness

and Jewish authenticity.

Etta ZimmermanFederation Chair

William S. BernsteinFederation President/CEO

For more information about the Wexner Heritage Program, please

contact Danielle Hartman, Director of Board Management and Special

Projects, 561-852-3130 or danielleha@bocafed.org.

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The Federation would like to congratulate the

following individuals from our community who have been

selected to participate in the Wexner Heritage Program

educational and socialactivities that appeal to awide variety of youngerwomen. This event was abig part of that growth.”

“Stepping Up” wasproudly sponsored by:the SandelmanFoundation; Rafael C.Cabrera, MD, FACS,Aesthetic Plastic Surgery;and exclusive magazinemedia sponsor The Boca Raton Observer: the EssentialLifestyle Magazine. The 2007 UJA/Federation AnnualCampaign is generously sponsored by Mercedes-Benzof Pompano.

For more information about Metro Women, contactDevelopment Associate Maureen Melcer at (561) 852-3113or maureenm@bocafed.org. For more informationabout Women’s Division, contact Marla Weiss Egers,Vice President of Women’s Division, at (561) 852-3138or marlae@bocafed.org.

Jennifer Weiner (Keynote Speaker), Kathy Green (Stepping Up Co-Chair),Ellen R. Sarnoff (Chair, Women’s Division) and Jill Deutch (Stepping Up Co-Chair)

Jodi Jacobson (Stepping Up Committee Member), Ali Saloman (CommitteeMember), Jill Deutch (Stepping Up Co-Chair), Meskie Shibru-Siran (GuestSpeaker), Kathy Green (Stepping Up Co-Chair) and Courtney Levin(Committee Member)

Dr. Rafael Cabrera (Corporate Sponsor)and Jennifer Weiner (Keynote Speaker)

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Metro Stop:VANITY FAIR’S CREATIVE DIRECTOR TAKES PASSENGERS BEHIND THEIMAGES OF 9/11 AT BEN GURION SOCIETY EVENT FOR FEDERATION METRO

GRACIOUS HOSTS – (l to r) Guest speaker David Friend with

Ben Gurion Society event hosts Pamela and Howard Kaye

METRO CHAIRS –Guest speaker David Friend with Federation

Metro Board Chairs Debra Halperin, Jill Deutch and Jonathan Louis

CHAIRS AND GUEST SPEAKER – (l to r) Federation Ben Gurion

Society event Co-Chairs Ira and Robynn Ginsberg, guest speaker

David Friend and Co-Chairs Naomi and Richard Steinberg

They say a picture is worth a thousand words,but Vanity Fair Creative Director David Friendhas cornered the market on both.

Friend’s recent book entitled, “The StoriesBehind the Images of 9/11,” tells the personalaccounts behind 50 of the most strikingimages from the attacks on the World TradeCenters in New York City. Frank Rich of TheNew York Times called the book “surely themost original treatment so far of the culturalimpact of the day.”

Friend personally shared his stories with 100members of the Ben Gurion Society of theJewish Federation of South Palm Beach Countyat a recent Metro Division event at the home of Pamela and Howard Kaye in Boca Raton.

“David’s presentation was very moving,” saidNaomi Steinberg, who co-chaired the eventwith her husband Richard, and Robynn andIra Ginsberg. “It was very personal to be ableto connect the stories behind the images to theimages themselves and to hear first-handaccounts of individuals whose lives werechanged forever by the events of that day.”

Added Robynn Ginsberg: “I think the countryis ready to pull back the lens on the events of9/11. David’s book is an incredible reminderof the threats under which were are constantlyliving. We cannot let time dull the impact fromsuch an incredible violation of our psyche.”

Steinberg said the images and stories featuredin Friend’s book have added significance forAmerican Jews, including those targeted byFederation’s new Metro Division – men andwomen in their 30s, 40s and 50s looking tomake a difference in the Jewish community.

“I think it was particularly poignant becausewe are always reading and empathizing withpeople in Israel who have survived attacks foryears,” she explained. “Having a direct andpersonal experience of being attacked soviciously right here at home helps us to betterrelate to the realities that Israelis face every day.”

Friend, former director of photography andassistant managing editor for Life magazine,has also worked as a foreign correspondent in countries such as Afghanistan and Lebanonand is the author of Watching the WorldChange: The Stories Behind the Images of9/11. Friend broke the “Deep Throat” storyfor Vanity Fair in 2005, revealing that MarkFelt was Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein’ssecret Watergate source.

Friend has conducted interviews withPresidents Reagan and Clinton, Saudi Arabia’sKing Fahd, Israel’s Ariel Sharon and exiledRussian writer Alexsandr Solzenitsyn. Hehelped secure exclusive photo sessions with avariety of subjects, including the victims ofChernobyl, former White House intern MonicaLewinsky and President George W. Bush andhis war council.

The Ben Gurion Society is comprised of indi-viduals who make a gift of $1,000 to theUJA/Federation Annual Campaign for JewishNeeds. The 2007 BGS event was sponsoredby Brown’s Interiors. Overall Metro Divisionsponsors are the Sandelman Foundation andRegions Bank.

For more information about Federation Metroor the Ben Gurion Society, contact Dina Burg at561-852-3188 or visit www.jewishboca.org/metro.

Now that he’s madethe long journey fromthe front lines in Iraqto the Ohio House ofRepresentatives, JoshMandel’s politicalgoals are quite simple.

“By the time I’m 30, Ihope to be shaving,”said the baby-faced ex-Marine, drawing laughs from around50 women who attended the inaugural Lion of Judah outreachevent presented by the new Metro Women’s Division of theJewish Federation of South Palm Beach County at WoodfieldCountry Club.

Before serving as an intelligence specialist in Iraq in 2004,Mandel showed his Jewish pride by refusing to substitute “nopreference” for “Jewish” on his dog tags, fully understandingthe added peril had he fallen into enemy hands. In fact, as theonly Jew in his Marine company of around 200, Mandelviewed himself as a shaliach, an emissary of the Jewish people.

The grandson of a Holocaust survivor and World War II veteran, Mandel, now 29, was raised with a strong Jewishidentity. A two-term student body president at Ohio StateUniversity, Mandel figured he could best serve his country byjoining the Marines and then running for public office. FromJanuary to November of 2006, Mandel, a Republican,knocked on 19,679 doors in District 17 in northeast Ohio. His perseverance paid off with a resounding victory.

His appearance in Boca Raton helped inspire Andrea Orleans and Leanne Meirson to become Lions of Judah,women who commit $5,000 to the Jewish Federation ofSouth Palm Beach County’s Annual Campaign. Followingthe event, three more women became Lions as a result ofJosh’s compelling words.

“Josh makes you feel good to be Jewish,” Orleans said. “Theidea that every one of us is important and that no one getslost in the shuffle is very meaningful.”

For more information about the Metro Women’s Division, contact Maureen Melcer at (561) 852-3113 ormaureenm@bocafed.org.

JUDAISM: A SOURCE OFPRIDE, MARINE TELLS METROWOMEN’S L ION OUTREACH “ ”

It’s Our Federation.

Jonathan, Ollie & Sarah LouisSupporters, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

TO DONATE ONLINE, VISIT:www.jewishboca.orgPhone: 561.852.3100

9901 Donna Klein Boulevard Boca Raton, Florida 33428-1788

“Once you’re vested and you know what Federation does as far as where the dollars go and who it helps; the money really isn’t an issue. You give as much as you can, as much as your budget and heart will allow... it’s not really if I should give, its how much can I give.”

PLEASE GIVE TO THE 2007 UJA/FEDERATION ANNUAL CAMPAIGN.

“It’s Our Federation.” Today and Forever.

Marcia Beckerman, Gail Greenspoon, Josh Mandel,Karen Dern, Marissa Hollander

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SPORTS FIGURES GET PERSONAL DURING ‘BUSINESS OFSPORTS’ PANEL DISCUSSION WITH METRO BUSINESS DIVISION

It was dubbed the “Business of Sports,” but apanel discussion with two major figures fromthe professional sporting world brought outtheir personal side with an audience of morethan 160 people from the new Metro BusinessDivision of the Jewish Federation of South PalmBeach County at the Marriott at Boca Center.

Sports agent Leon Rose (whose clients includeprofessional basketball superstars Allen Iversonand LeBron James, and Clifford Viner, a partnerin the Florida Panthers hockey team) revealedwhat drives stars to succeed and the importantrole charity plays in their lives. The discussionwas moderated by former Miami Hurricanesand NFL quarterback Steve Walsh.

Viner recalled gaining his stake in the Panthersat a time when the team was losing a significantamount of money, but the chance to enter therealm of ownership far outweighed the bottom line.

“Becoming an owner in a sports franchisewas a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” hesaid, adding the move also strengthenedthe bond with his daughter, with whom hehad taken to virtually every game prior tothat point.

While attending law school, Rose, a formerhigh school and college player, developed hispassion for working with players as an assis-tant high school coach in his native CherryHill, N.J. He practiced as a trial lawyer untilhe got involved with former NBA star LionelSimmons on the legal aspects of his contract.

In 1995 he took on his first client— formerTemple University star Rick Brunson. And,unlike the marquis players he represents, hisrise to the top of his profession was slow and gradual.

“You don’t want to get too big too quick,” saidRose, president of Rose Professional Mgmt., Inc.“It’s all about establishing a strong connectionwith each player and developing a trackrecord of personal attention over many years.”

Rose’s first day on the job with Iverson was inMay 2002 when the star guard ranted about“practice” in an infamous press conference.But, in reference to Iverson’s bad boy image,he added, “A lot of things are perception, notreality. Denver is waiting for the ‘alleged’ A.I.,

but in my experience with Allen, it has beenvery positive.”

Viner and his wife Jill, who live in Boca Raton,have made a positive impact in the non-profitcommunity in south Palm Beach County byestablishing the Viner Compassionate Careprogram at Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service.They also founded Camp Breakaway, whichprovides camping experiences for familieswho could not otherwise afford them. Viner isalso president of B’Nai Torah Congregation.

Rose established many of his business connec-tions during his extensive volunteer involve-ment with the Jerome Brown Foundation,established in memory of the former

Eric Handis, Event Co-Chair; Clifford Viner, Partner of Florida Panthers Hockey; Leon Rose, Sports Agent; Steve Walsh, Moderator and Former

NFL Quarterback; and Steve Artzi, Event Co-Chair

STEVE WALSHModerator & Former NFL Quarterback

CLIFFORD VINERPartner of FloridaPanthers Hockey Team

LEON ROSESports Agent for LeBron James & Allen Iverson

BOB BEAMONFormer Olympic Record Holder in the Long Jump

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Philadelphia Eagle standout. He also donates his time to teaching at localbasketball camps. His family has also been involved with the JewishFederation in southern New Jersey for years.

The “Business of Sports” event was the first in a networking series forFederation’s new Metro Business division, which is designed to offer Jewishprofessionals in their 30s, 40s and 50s the opportunity to learn from busi-ness experts, make new contacts and socialize within the community.

“We couldn’t have had a better turnout for a first-time event,” said Eric Handis, who co-chaired the“Business of Sports” with Steve Artzi. Added Artzi: “The discussion was amazing. We really got aninsider’s view of the sports world.”

The first-ever Metro Business event had one extra surprise: Bob Beamon, former Olympic and worldrecord holder for the long jump, was in the audience as the guest of long-time Federation andJewish Community Foundation supporter Craig Donoff.

“The Business of Sports” was sponsored by Kluger Peretz Kaplan and Berlin, HomeBanc MortgageCorporation and the South Florida Business Journal. Federation’s Metro Division is sponsored byRegions Back and the Sandelman Foundation.

For more information about Metro Business, contact Sarah Berkowitz at 561-852-5054 orsarahbe@bocafed.org or visit www.jewishboca.org/metro.

METRO WOMEN’S AWARENESS DAY: FITNESS EXPERT LARRYNORTH SHARES STORIES OF PAIN AND PERSEVERANCE

Participants lookingfor the perfect for-mula for losingweight and gettingfit got a taste ofsomething differentfrom nationallyknown healthexpert Larry North.North kicked offthe first-ever MetroWomen’s Awareness

Day presented by the Jewish Federation of SouthPalm Beach County on Feb. 15 at WoodfieldCountry Club.

“I can tell you all about carbs and protein andveggies, but it takes a different set of ingredientsto make a significant change your life. It takesdiscipline, commitment, courage, humility andself-forgiveness,” North stressed.

Speaking to an audience of more than 120women, North shared personal stories of thepain he, his mother and two brothers enduredat the hands of his father, a compulsive gamblerwho went through millions of dollars and spent12 years in prison.

And if his highly emotional recollections weren’tenough, he showed not one, but two 60 Minutessegments profiling his father Irving and his gambling problems. One piece traces his stepsat the horse track as he loses his winnings, thenshifts to an interview with Larry’s mother, whotalks about not having a dime for groceriesbecause of his addiction. The other segmentseeks out Irving 10 years later and finds himserving time in a federal penitentiary.

As his father’s life spiraled downward, Larry’smother decided to flee New York City with hersons to try to find a better life. They wound upin Dallas, Texas in 1977.

“We were completely depleted,” he recalled.“My mother called Jewish Family Service (aFederation-funded agency) and within 24 hours,we had food and a place to stay. We felt safe.They also helped my mother find a job.”

Over the next several years, North built a repu-tation as an outstanding personal trainer andlanded his own radio talk show. He now ownsseveral state-of-the-art fitness centers with plansto expand. He has authored three best-selling

books “Get Fit,” “Living Lean” and “Slim DownFor Life.” His top-selling weight loss infomercial,“The Great North American Slimdown,” generatedmore than $225 million. As for his charitablework, North founded the Texas Council onCompulsive Gambling in the mid-1990s andserved as chairman for six years. He has alsoserved on the Dallas Crime Commission.

Larry’s father was eventually released from prison.He settled in Las Vegas and began working asa taxi driver – the only job he ever held. Afterhe was diagnosed with cancer in the late1990s, his sons brought him to Dallas to liveout his last days.

Tara Baker, Larry North and Wendy Schlesinger

Stuart Silver, Klugar, Peretz, Kaplan & Berlin; Melissa McGrew,South Florida Business Journal; Steve Artzi, Event Co-chair; EricHandis, Event Co-chair and Joanne Polin, HomeBanc MortgageCorporation & Metro Business Co-chair

Metro Business Co-Chairs: Joanne Polin, EricAltshul and David Katzman

Craig Donoff, Bob Beamon and Matt Baker

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UPCOMINGEVENTSFEDERATION METRO PRESENTS:

Metro Business – The Business of Growth and DevelopmentMonday, April 30 – 5:30 p.m.Marriott Boca Center

Real Estate. Two years ago, it couldn’t get any better.Then the bottom fell out. Some analysts say the market is starting to bounce back; others disagree. Don’t youwish you could gather a group of experts and get someanswers? You will have that opportunity – at “The Businessof Growth & Development.”

Couvert: $36, RSVP by April 25 to Barbara Diekmann at561.852.3152 or email barbarad@bocafed.org.

Metro Women’s – Girl’s Night OutWednesday, May 9 – 7:30 p.m.Funkey Nutz Dueling Piano Bar

Couvert: There is a $36 entry fee which includes two premium cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a performance by aspecial guest comedian and dueling piano players.

There is a $118 minimum contribution to the 2007UJA/Jewish Federation Annual Campaign required toattend this event.

Contact: Maureen Melcer at (561) 852-3113 or maureenm@bocafed.org.

JEWISH FEDERATION PRESENTS:

Federation Event – Karnit GoldwasserWednesday, May 9 – 6:00 p.m.Zinman Hall, Federation Campus

The Federation welcomes Karnit Goldwasser, wife of kidnapped Israeli Army Reservist Ehud (Udi) Goldwasser. See ad on left for details.

woman is waiting.

The Federation welcomes KarnitGoldwasser, wife of kidnapped Israeli ArmyReservist Ehud (Udi) Goldwasser.

It was to be his last day of duty as a Reservist inthe Israeli Army. She was cooking his welcome home dinner when she got newsof his capture by Hezbollah. It was July 12, 2006. Since then Karnit Goldwasser,30, wife of Ehud (Udi) Goldwasser, 31, hasn’t stopped traveling and speaking andlobbying for her husband’s release.

Still newlyweds at the time of the kidnapping, Karnit and Udi had been togetherfor nine years and were both students of environmental engineering. Shedescribes her husband as her “soulmate” and firmly believes he and fellowReservist Elad Regev, 26, (also captured) are still alive and in Lebanon.

We are honored and privileged to have Karnit Goldwasser tell her story to theFederation family on May 9. We hope you can join us in welcoming her warmly.

For more information and to RSVP, please contact Nicole Paschat 561.852.6014 or nicolep@bocafed.org.

$365 minimum family gift to the 2007 UJA/Federation Annual Campaign toattend the program

* The VIP Reception is an opportunity to meet Karnit in a more private setting.$10,000 minimum family gift to the 2007 UJA/Federation Annual Campaign toattend the VIP Reception and the program. • VIP parking pass provided.

A In the meantime,

she has a lot to say.

KARNIT GOLDWASSER

May 9, 20075:00 p.m. – VIP Reception*

6:00 p.m. – Zinman Hall

9901 Donna Klein Blvd.Boca Raton, FL 33428

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CYNTHIA HOLLANDER AND

MARISSA HOLLANDER

Mother and Daughter-in-law

Lion of Judah Endowment

LOJE

y granddaughter, Gabi (Marissa’s daughter), once pointed at

my Lion pin and asked, “When do I get one of those?” “This pin

is more than just jewelry,” I explained to her. “It represents my

commitment to the Jewish community – and the flame means

that my commitment is forever.” – Cynthia

“It was easy endowing my gift by using a life insurance policy.

The premium payments are low and tax-deductible because

the Jewish Federation is the owner and beneficiary of the policy.

I also increased my endowment level to match my annual gift by

simply purchasing an additional insurance policy.” – Marissa

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For more information on becoming aLOJE, please call 561.852.3157 orvisit www.jewishboca.org.

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donor called it “the best event in the past 25years of the Federation.”

The North Star was none other than Judy LevisMarkhoff who— in her inimitable hands-onstyle— conceived, planned and executed theevent down to the very last detail with the helpof her husband, co-chair and dance partnerPaul Markhoff and a cluster of dedicated committee members and staff.

Highlights of this highly anticipated dinner danceand fundraiser ranged from heart-throbbingperformances by professional dancer MaksimChmerkovskiy, actress Tia Carrere and singerWilla Ford; to the moving story of ZheniaKaplan, a young immigrant from Kiev whospoke about how Federation-funded agencieshelped her discover her Jewish identity andcare for her ailing father.

By the time the last star flickered from thedance floor, more than $250,000 in newdonations was raised from an overflowingcrowd of more than 700 donors. It broughttheir collective contribution to the 2007UJA/Annual Campaign for Jewish Needs tonearly $4.5 million.

“We wanted to create a one-of-a-kindevent that was both entertaining andenlightening about the wonderful workthat the Federation does. It was fabu-lously successful,” said Markhoff, thesingle largest female philanthropist forthe Jewish Federation and its beneficiaryagencies. “It was a feel-good event allaround. Everybody left with the satisfac-tion of having a great time and helpinga great cause.”

Carrere was impressed as well, acknowledgingthe importance of Federation’s work locallyand worldwide: “This is a great organizationthat helps a lot of people,” she said while posing with donors for photos before the event started.

From the greeting tables to the GrandBallroom, the months of planning the MainEvent were evident in Markhoff’s decorativetouch. It was plain to see the visual theme ofthe evening. From dramatic black silhouettesand white palm trees surrounding the diningroom— to the black glitter stars floating overthe dance floor— to the breathtaking center-pieces with long white

feather plumes jutting into the air, no detailwas left unchecked. The dress code picked upwhere the décor left off as guests sported aneclectic array of variations on the night’s theme.

As has been the tradition, Federation kickedoff the Main Event with touching performancesby students from Donna Klein Jewish Academy(DKJA) singing Hatikvah and members ofthe choir from the Jewish Associationfor Residential Care (JARC) leadingthe crowd in God Bless

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Paul Markoff, Al Gortz, Elyssa Kupferberg, Jeffrey Sandelman and

Matthew Baker

Steve Bedowitz, M. L. Marks, Larry and Karen Altschul, Ilene and Bill Bernstein and Ellen R. SarnoffMaksim Chmerkovskiy withKinnie Gorelick

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America and the Motzi. Both DKJA andJARC are founding beneficiary agencies of Federation.

After the Markhoffs welcomed the guests,Tia and Maksim set the mood for theevening with a stunning performance of PorUna Cabeza – reprising her role as the vil-lain Juno Skinner in ArnoldSchwarzenegger’s 1994 action hit, “TrueLies.” Ford also danced with Maksim to“Take My Breath Away” and sang rendi-tions of “Fame” and “Since I Don’t HaveYou” accompanied by members of the FredAstaire Dance Studio in Boca Raton.

Federation Vice Chair Steve Bedowitzoffered greetings, speaking on the impor-tance of the organization’s mission duringthese turbulent times in the Jewish world.He also announced the opening of the newToby Weinman Palchik Center for Jewish

Philanthropy and its exciting new approachto charitable giving, and unveiled a dramatic video promoting an upcomingcommunity mission planned to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Israel in November 2008.

Zhenia Kaplan followed with a touchingstory of how she discovered her Jewishidentity as a teenager in Kiev, Russiathrough her involvement with Hillel, aFederation-funded agency. As her faithblossomed, her father fell ill and her lifewas positively impacted again when alocal Chesed center run by one ofFederation’s international partners (theAmerican Jewish Joint DistributionCommittee) reached out to him when noone else could.

Markhoff also noted that Chmerkovskiy’slife was impacted by a Federation-fundedprogram. He and his family immigrated toAmerica from Odessa, Ukraine in 1994with the help of the New York Associationfor New Americans (NYANA). “I oweeverything I have to this country and to a Jewish organization,” he said prior to his performance.

On thelighter side ofthe evening, theprogram was kept in swing with a creativelyproduced video of several Federation leaderspracticing their dance moves in preparationfor the big night. Stepping it up to the song“You’re Just Too Good to Be True” wereJudy and Paul, Steve Bedowitz, Federationvice chair; Ellen R. Sarnoff, Women’sDivision chair; Jan M. Silverman, Beth and Joe Mishkin and Carol Winig.

The Fred Astaire Dance Studio troupe keptthe dancing theme in full swing with twosets featuring a wide variety of styles andaward-winning performers. Between sets,guests packed the dance floor to show offmoves of their own.They enjoyed exqui-site cuisine whilefamous dancescenes from majormotion picturesplayed on severalbig screensthroughout theballroom.

Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Lisa Zweig Gerstein,

Tia Carrere, Judy Levis Markoff and

Ira GersteinKen Thomas, Jr. (Mellon), Margaret Duncan, David Edwards (Mellon),

Elyssa Kupferberg, Maxim Chmerkovskiy, Judy Levis Markoff, Tia Carrere

and Omar Triado (Mellon)

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The evening wrapped up with a dramatic dessertpresentation with waiters carrying trays with sparklersas the dance floor filled up again with guests, clearlyin rhythm with the night’s theme and purpose.

“It was the best event in the past 25 years of theFederation and I chaired two of them,” said long-time Federation supporter Craig Donoff, whorecently was honored by the Mitzvah Society ofthe Jewish Community Foundation’s ProfessionalAdvisory Committee (PAC).

“It was upbeat. There was action the whole time. The foodwas great. Judy did a spectacular job,” he said.

The Federation Main Event was sponsored by the Adolphand Rose Levis Foundation, Mellon Private WealthManagement, Proskauer Rose LLP and the SandelmanFoundation. The 2007 UJA/Federation Annual Campaign isgenerously sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Pompano.

For more information about the Main Event or the JewishFederation of South Palm Beach County, contact (561) 852-3100or visit www.jewishboca.org.

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RSVP by calling 561-852-3173 or email dayles@bocafed.org

Please Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our Officers, Board and Committee Members, and thank them for their generosity and commitment to our Federation and the community.

Thursday, April 26 – 7:00 p.m.Zinman Hall, Siemens Campus9901 Donna Klein Boulevard, Boca Raton

Election of Officers & Board of DirectorsPresentation of Special Awards

Guest Speaker

Steven Schwager, Executive Vice President,

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee

Connecting you to our Jewish Family2007 Annual Meeting

Continued from page 15 – Larry North at Metro Women’s Education Day

“We mended fences,” recalled North, his voice cracking.“You see, I realized life is not just about forgiveness. It’s aboutself-forgiveness. Spending those last few months with himallowed me to move forward.” Despite Irving North’s failures,North did acknowledge his father’s affection for his threesons: “The one thing he did brilliantly was love his children.In spite of all of his misfortunes, he did that incredibly well.”

The First Annual Metro Women’s Awareness Day was co-chaired by Wendy Schlesinger and Tara Baker. Both calledthe event a great success.

“We came to be inspired and got a full plate,” said Baker.“Larry is a living example of overcoming adversity andbecoming highly successful. I think everyone was moved byhis incredible stories.”

Added Schlesinger: “This is exactly what we envisioned forour first event and for Metro Women in general. We want toexplore and share the challenges and opportunities of life.We’re off to a great start.”

Metro Women’s Awareness Day was sponsored by the BocaRaton Observer. The Metro Division is sponsored by RegionsBank and the Sandelman Foundation.

For more information about the Federation Metro Women’sDivision, contact Maureen Melcer at 561-852-3113 or e-mailmaureenm@bocafed.org.

“I believe that when you give, you always get back,” she said.“I want that to be my legacy.”

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s mission isto provide life-saving and life-enhancing assistance to people inneed and translate Jewish values into social action on behalf ofJews locally, in Israel and in more than 60 countries world-wide. Federation accomplishes these goals through the UJA/Federation Annual Campaign for Jewish Needs, the JewishCommunity Foundation and the new Toby Weinman PalchikCenter for Jewish Philanthropy.

For more information on the Toby Weinman Palchik Center forJewish Philanthropic and its programs, contact Jason Shames,Senior Vice President, Financial Resource Development, at (561) 852-3127 or jasons@bocafed.org.

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Jewish Community FoundationThe Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) ofSouth Palm Beach County has announced itssecond cycle of grant awards to improve theopportunities, choices, and status of Jewishwomen and girls.

The Foundation Trustees have allocated morethan $21,000 to three projects for the comingyear, including a renewal grant for the JewishEducation Commission (JEC) program J-GIFT –Jewish Girls Inspired for Tomorrow. TheFoundation has also awarded first-time fund-ing to the regional Hillel for Hillel Haverot –Bringing Jewish Tradition to Today’s YoungWomen and the American Jewish JointDistribution Committee’s (JDC) Tel Aviv-basedGirls-for-Girls Mentoring Training.

The grants were announced recently at theJWF’s annual “Granting Wishes” programand cocktail reception, which also featured an appearance by award-winning novelist,essayist and poet Erica Jong at The OldCourse at Broken Sound.

The Jewish Women’s Foundation has rapidlydeveloped into a group of women of diverseages, backgrounds, and interests, workingtogether to make significant contributions tothe lives of girls and women. “It was a conceptfor which our community’s philanthropicwomen were clearly ready,” says RoxaneLipton, who hosted the first exploratory meet-ing. “Now there are 58 Trustees contributingat different levels, with more than $320,000in assets and total commitments of $580,000.”

“It’s a great group of cutting edge, hands-onlocal philanthropists,” said Carol Winig,Chair of the “Granting Wishes” reception.“And it is steadily growing.”

All Trustees participate in the grant-makingdecisions. This year, they received a total oftwenty-three applications, nineteen for pro-grams overseas and four for local projects.They chose innovative programs for youngwomen, with impact that will extend wellbeyond those who will be directly served.

J-GIFT – Jewish Girls Inspired for Tomorrow, aJewish Education Commission of South PalmBeach County program, will receive $8,275to renew this already successful project andexpand it to reach more girls. The programinvolves Jewish teens in monthly discussion/activity sessions that connect real life issueswith Judaism within a female perspective, aswell as mother/daughter programs and a“Tikkun Olam” volunteer project. The renewalfunding will also enable development of a“how to” manual and two “train the trainer”workshops for other organizations to initiatetheir own J-Gift programs. In addition, a “Girl Empowerment Community-Wide Day”for all local Jewish teenage girls will takeplace this autumn.

Hillel Haverot – Bringing Jewish Tradition toToday’s Young Women, a project of Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach, will receive

THREE MORE WISHES GRANTED AS JEWISH WOMEN’S FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES SECOND CYCLE OF FUNDING

Shirley Solomon and

Lori Berman, Trustee

Carol Winig, Event Chair; Erica Jong, Speaker; Francine Cole, JWF Chair

JWF Trustees: Roxane Frechie Lipton, Founding Chair; Alison Schreier;

Barbara Feingold; Catherine Zieman and Erica Jong

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BOCA ATTORNEY CRAIG DONOFF RECEIVES MITZVAH SOCIETY HONOR FROM JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’S PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEEBoca Raton attorney Craig Donoff received his recent award for “continuous leadership and support of the Jewish community” with further demonstration of his characteristic generosity. Donoff receivedthis tribute at the Third Annual Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception from the Jewish Community Foundation’s (JCF) Professional AdvisoryCommittee. JCF is the planned giving arm of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

“Jewish philanthropy is something I’ve been involved with a good partof my life,” Donoff reflected on receiving the award. “I’m just happy tobe able to help the Federation and the people with needs in our com-munity. I’m lucky to be in a position to direct clients to do the same.”

Donoff took the opportunity of receiving his award to discuss his family’snew donor-advised fund of the Foundation. He has established theCraig and Judi Donoff Philanthropic Fund in memory of his son, ChaseDonoff, to help special needs children by providing after school pro-gramming, currently a serious community gap.

A tax attorney for over thirty-three years, Donoff practices in LivingTrusts, Estate Planning, and Post Mortem Estate Tax Planning andAdministration. In addition to holding a Juris Doctor Law Degree fromthe American University, Donoff is one of the few U.S. attorneys withtwo Master of Law Degrees (in Taxation and Estate Planning, fromUniversity of Miami). He is also the author of two books, How to PlanYour Estate in Florida and Avoiding Probate – A Lawyer’s View, andconducts over fifty Living Trust and Estate Planning seminars per year.

Following greetings by Jewish Community Foundation Chair TomKaplan, Donoff and others were recognized by Elyssa Kupferberg,Professional Advisory Committee Chair, and David Pratt, FoundationVice Chair.

Larry Blair and Howard Schwartz were inducted into the MitzvahSociety as committed individuals who have referred clients, resulting inEndowment gifts to the Jewish Community Foundation. Mitzvah Societymembers David Pratt, Elyssa Kupferberg, Ron Siegel, Mark Schaum,Stephen Melcer, Francine Cole, and Al Gortz, were recognized forcontinuing to beget gifts to the Foundation by referring their clients.

Don Tescher, Mitzvah Society chair andco-sponsor of the event, acknowledged theSociety’s critical role, “to help preserveand enhance the future of our Jewish community. The relationship you have withyour clients, some of whom are here thisevening, is an extremely important one.We especially thank the clients of ourMitzvah Society members for keeping theJewish community close to your hearts.”

Following the award presentations, Jim Nobil, Federation PastPresident, Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment (PACE) donor andmember of the National Star of David Society, shared his stories ofhow he became involved in the Jewish community and how their philanthropy has enriched their lives.

The event was generously hosted by Pamela and Howard Kaye at theirhome, and sponsored by Tescher Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Ruffin &Forman P.A., and Barry Kaye Associates Incorporated.

The Foundation, the planned giving arm of the Federation, providesavenues for donors to achieve their philanthropic objectives. TheProfessional Advisory Committee educates business professionals oncharitable opportunities within the Jewish community locally andabroad, and how to discuss them with their clients.

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s mission is to provide life-saving and life-enhancing assistance to people in need and translate Jewish values into social action on behalf of Jews locally, in Israel and in more than 60 countries world-wide. Federationaccomplishes these goals through the UJA/Federation AnnualCampaign for Jewish Needs, the Jewish Community Foundation and the new Toby Weinman Palchik Center for Jewish Philanthropy.

For additional information on the Professional Advisory Committee and the Mitzvah Society, call Carolyn Rose, Director of ProfessionalAdvisory Relationships, at 561-852-3142.

Jim Nobil, Past Federation President; Leah Siskin, Foundation ExecutiveDirector; Tom Kaplan, Foundation Chair; William S. Bernstein, MSWPresident & CEO; Donald Tescher, Mitzvah Society Chair and Co-SponsorTescher Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Ruffin & Forman, PA

Craig Donoff, Mitzvah Society Honoree and Judi Donoff; Pamelaand Howard Kaye, Event Hosts, Co-Sponsor Barry Kaye andAssociates and Donald Tescher, Mitzvah Society Chair and Co-Sponsor Tescher Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Ruffin & Forman, PA

Thomas Kaplan, Foundation Chair; David Pratt, FoundationVice Chair; Elyssa Kupferberg, PAC Chair; and Leah Siskin,Foundation Executive Director

David Pratt, Foundation Vice Chair, presents certificate of recognition to newMitzvah Society member Larry Blair

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RALLY HELD BY JEWISH COMMUNITY RELAT IONSCOUNCIL , SAVE DARFUR COALIT ION, CLERGY ANDCOMMUNITY GROUPS ATTRACTS 1,000-PLUS

JCRC Jewish Community Relations Council

The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation ofSouth Palm Beach County teamed up with the Save Darfur Coalition ofSouth Palm Beach and members of nearly 50 synagogues, churches,and community organizations in South Florida recently to raise awarenessof the genocide in Darfur, generate funds for humanitarian aid, andpress for a universal, peaceful resolution to this horrendous situation.Held on the campus of Temple Beth El in Boca Raton, the rally wasattended by the press, media, and almost 1,000 attendees.

Included in the program were John Heffernan, Director of the GenocidePrevention Initiative of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’sCommittee on Conscience; a performance of “The Mourning Bench” by Clarence Brooks, Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance at FAU; andmusical selections presented by St. John Missionary Baptist Church, andby Lindsey Mills of the Dreyfoos High School of the Arts.

Camp Darfur, consisting of tents resembling the living conditions, currentlyexperienced by the more than 2 million Darfurian refugees along theChad border, was brought to Boca Raton by Californian GabrielStaurig, who had just returned from visiting refugee camps. Activities inthe tents included Pope John Paul II High School’s simulation of refugeelife, displays and advocacy opportunities from FAU Amnesty Internationaland Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach, and writing and video-recordingof messages of care and support to the people of Darfur.

Congressman Ron Klein and State Senator Ted Deutch spoke to demandand propose action by the United Nations and other governing bodiesto bring about security to the troubled region and an end to the atrocitiesbeing committed by the Janjaweed and Sudanese forces. They werejoined in speaking out by local interfaith clergy, by students, and byWayne Simien, Jr. of the Miami Heat. Spanish River Church of BocaRaton presented their recent mission to Chad and intensive relief efforts there.

Participants enthusiastically sent several different messages to PresidentBush, Congress, and the United Nations; purchased and wore SaveDarfur t-shirts and wrist bands; and bought food and drinks donated bylocal businesses.

All monies raised at the Rally will go for humanitarian aid and for thepurchase of and training to use solar pot cookers, intended to prevent

women from being rapedand/or killed while gatheringfirewood. For more informationabout the local coalition, contactSaveDarfurSPB@gmail.com. For information about the situation in Darfur, visithttp://www.savedarfur.org/.

The Jewish Community RelationsCouncil (JCRC) is the public-policy, community relations,and advocacy arm of the Jewish Federation of South Palm BeachCounty. The JCRC helps to unite, support and direct the organizedJewish community in the greater Boca Raton, Delray Beach andHighland Beach areas.

For more information about the JCRC, please contact Director EliseDolgow at 561-852-3170 or elised@bocafed.org.

JCRC SUPPORTS IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS BILLStephen Mendelsohn, Chair, Jewish Community Relations Council

Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

The JCRC of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County unanimously voted to supportthe Iran Economic Sanctions Bills, Senate Bill 2250 and House Bill 703, introduced by SenatorTed Deutch (D-S30) and Representative Ari Porth (D-H96). These bills prohibit investment ofassets of any pension or annuity funds under the jurisdiction of the State Board of Administrationin any company that has equity ties or is engaged in business with Iran’s energy sector, and provides that such prohibition does not apply to activities of any company providing humanitarian aid to the people of Iran through certain organizations.

Before the vote, the issue was addressed via telephone conference by Senator Deutch and MattLevin, AIPAC Florida Regional Director.

JCRC is starting a campaign to secure support for this legislation. Meanwhile you should feel free to write your legislators and express support for these two bills. We endorse talking points,addresses and e-mails to your legislators. Please write or e-mail your representatives and senators. If you have any questions or need contacts, please call the JCRC office at (561) 852-6080.

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PALM BEACH COUNTY LEGISLATORS PLEDGE SUPPORT TO JEWISHFEDERATION DURING ANNUAL SEND-OFF RECEPTION

SHABBAT EVENING SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE – 7:30 P.M.Temple Beth El, 333 N.W. 4th St. Info: Rabbi Jessica Brockman (561) 391-8900

FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICE – 7:45 P.M.Congregation Beth Tikvah, 19785 Hampton Dr. Info: Joy Schwartz (561) 852-6555

COMMEMORATING YOM HASHOAH – 8:00 P.M.Congregation Kol Ami Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2601 St. Andrews Blvd.Info: Stephanie Wasserman (561) 392-0696

Richard & Carole Siemens Jewish Campus9901 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton, Florida 33428

YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION – 9:00 A.M.Congregation Beth Tikvah, 19785 Hampton Dr. Couvert: $5, RSVP on or before Thurs., April 12Info: Joy Schwartz (561) 852-6555

YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION – 11:00 A.M.B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th St.Info: Cheri Kelvort (561) 392-8566

YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION – 11:00 A.M.Anshei Emuna Congregation, 16189 Jog Rd., Delray BeachInfo: Rabbi Morduchowitz (561) 499-9229

COMMEMORATION OF THE HOLOCAUST – 2:00 P.M.Congregation Torah Ohr/Temple Beth Shalom/Holocaust Survivors ClubCentury Village, 19140 Lyons RoadInfo: Rabbi Chaim Shapiro (561) 852-0771

YOM HASHOAH MEMORIAL SERVICE – 2:00 P.M.Temple Anshei Shalom, 7099 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray BeachInfo: Daniel Gevirtz (561) 495-1300

FAMILY CONCERT COMMEMORATING YOM HASHOAH – 4:00 P.M.Congregation B’nai Israel, 2200 Yamato Rd.RSVP for tickets, $15 per ticket or $50 for family of 4-6 Info: Kati Kristol or Jill Warner (561) 241-8118

YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION & FILM – 6:30 P.M.Boca Raton Synagogue, 7900 Montoya CircleInfo: Kerry Purcell (561) 394-0394

HOLOCAUST FILM AND DISCUSSION – 7:00 P.M.Hillel of Broward and Palm BeachLevine Weinberger Jewish Life Center (FAU), 777 Glades Road, Bldg. LY-3AInfo: Rabbi Erica Rosenkranz (914) 263-4936

2ND ANNUAL YOM HASHOAH REMEMBRANCE – 7:30 P.M.Beth Ami Congregation & The Child SurvivorsHidden Children of the Holocaust Beth Ami Congregation, 1401 NW 4th Ave. Info: Nancy Boyman (561) 393-1494 orNorman Frajman (561) 740-1770

FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007

REMEMBERING THE SHOAH – 8:00 P.M.Temple Sinai, 2475 W. Atlantic Avenue, Delray BeachInfo: Rabbi Chaim Wender (561) 276-6161

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2007

FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007

SUNDAY, APRIL 15, 2007

YOM HASHOAH COMMEMORATION – 11:00 A.M.- 1:00 P.M.FAU Campus, Free speech lawn, 777 Glades Rd.Info: Rabbi Erica Rosenkranz at (914) 263-4936

DAYS OF MEMORY & RESISTANCE: A MEMOIR OF THESEPHARDIC AND ASHKENAZI COMMUNITIES – 2:00 P.M.Temple Emeth, 5780 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray BeachInfo: Genia Kutner (561) 498-5961

NEVER FORGET – 6:00 P.M.Congregation Beth Adam, Center for Humanistic JudaismSouth County Civic Center, 16700 Jog Rd., Delray BeachRSVP required: Call (561) 998-1986Info: BJ Saul (561) 271-2125

For program descriptions, visit www.jewishboca.org

COMMUNITY HOLOCAUST PROGRAM CALENDARYom HaShoah 2007/5767Holocaust Remembrance Day

All programs welcome the public and are free (except where noted).

This calendar is a service of the: Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Members of Palm BeachCounty’s legislative delegationtook time from their hectic pre-session schedules to meet andaddress the Jewish Federationof South Palm Beach County’sBoard of Directors at the JewishCommunity Relations Council’s(JCRC) annual Legislative “SendOff” Reception recently. StateSenators Jeff Atwater and TedDeutch, and Representatives KellySkidmore, Susan Bucher and Maria Sachs affirmed their commitments to partnering with the Federation and agencies to help the vulnerable and needyin our community.

The legislators and Board were joined by JCRC Chair Steve Mendelsohn,Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service president Mike Mullaugh, JewishAssociation for Residential Care president Peter Sachs, Federation Presidentand CEO Bill Bernstein and other lay leaders and professional staff.

“We are extremely grateful for our delegation’s support to obtain local, stateand federal funding for our social service agencies. This vital funding and the strong support we receive each year is an expression of our governmentpartners’ confidence in our Jewish agencies’ ability to deliver services tothose in need, and we thank you,” Federation Board of Directors Chair EttaGross Zimmerman said in welcoming the legislators.

The legislators’ commitment to and praise for the Federation and agencies wasunanimous. Newly elected south county Rep. Kelly Skidmore assured that theywere working to boost funding because “you provide such an important serviceto the people in this community. As the government, we really rely on you tomake sure that those most vulnerable are served, and we appreciate all you do.”

Sen. Jeff Atwater concurred, “You have an extraordinary infrastructure and successful track record. Every precious dollar has found a way to people inneed. This is something we really must take hold of across the state.” Sen.Atwater noted that in Florida’s “softening economy,” it will be critical toreach the neediest beneficiaries.

Expressing his delight at this new opportunity to serve the community, Sen.Deutch urged the Board to understand that “For the past twenty years, I havespent most of my free time here at the Federation, and educating my peersabout the vital services it provides locally and throughout the world. Part ofmy mission in Tallahassee is to make sure my colleagues understand just howmany people are touched by your work, and will be helped by your effortsto address many yet unmet community needs.”

For more information about the legislative activities of the Jewish CommunityRelations Council, contact Director Elise Dolgow at (561) 852-3170 orelised@bocafed.org.

Sen. Ted Deutch, Rep. Kelly Skidmore, Rep. Maria Sachs,

Steve Mendelsohn, JCRC Chair, Rep. Susan Bucher,

Sen. Jeff Atwater

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Growing up Jewish in a community with such a high concentration of Jews has manyadvantages. Local youth have extensive Jewisheducational, cultural, and social opportunities,and a high comfort level as members of whatis a small minority group in most parts of the country.

But presenters and planners of a recent programfor college-bound teens agreed that there arealso drawbacks. “These rich yet insular experi-ences do not prepare young people to addressJewish concerns and pursue a Jewish life onthe more diverse college campuses where they will soon find themselves,” said SteveMendelsohn, chair of the Jewish CommunityRelations Council (JCRC) of the JewishFederation of South Palm Beach County. “Our community can and must help our youngpeople prepare for that transition.” Inresponse, the JCRC held its seventh annualCollege Advocacy Forum recently. Nearly 100enthusiastic college-bound teens from manylocal high schools and synagogues, as well assome parents, participated in “College, Jewish& You: R U Ready” in the Kaye auditorium onthe Federation’s west Boca Raton campus.

Ilene Wohlgemuth, who has worked on thisevent all seven years, explained its purpose:When you leave here for college, you are infor a rude awakening. We can’t protect you,but we can prepare you to face anti-Semitism,anti-Israel sentiment, and insensitivity towardJews, and help you access Jewish life andresources on your campus.”

Living in a Jewish community like ours, inmany ways we take our Jewish identities forgranted,” concurred Darin Diner, Hillel ofBroward & Palm Beach Executive Director.“We don’t think how it makes us different. Incollege, our young people have to be ready tobe the ‘Jewish kid’ in the dorm, in class, andwherever they are forced to confront what itmeans to be Jewish. They also need knowhow to fill the void left by their synagoguesand youth groups back home, and Hillel canhelp them celebrate their Judaism on campus,not just defend it.”

The interactive program featured guestspeaker Michael Brooks, Executive Director of University of Michigan Hillel; Diner of Hillelof Broward & Palm Beach; Dr. Leon Weisberg,Executive Director of the Jewish Federation ofSouth Palm Beach County”s Jewish EducationCommission (JEC); and Justin Pollack, JEC TeenEducation Coordinator.

Brooks advised participants to be prepared foranti-Semitism such as the swastikas that recent-ly appeared on the new Jewish Life Center atFlorida Atlantic University, and for beingasked to justify Israel’s existence or to fieldassertions that Israel is an Apartheid state.

Brooks cautioned the students against gettinginto debates or discussions defending Israelunless, at the outset, the opposing partyagrees that the result will “get to somethingthat includes a safe and secure State of Israel,and affirms Israel’s right to exist.” He alsoencouraged students to be aware that Jewsand Jewish inclusions in curricula are key elements of the diversity important to overallcampus life and learning.

Dr. Weisberg added that in college studentsmust be prepared to encounter people holding“incredible perceptions of Jews and Israel.”He also urged students not to fail to engageon these issues, because “Apathy is our worstenemy,” and to be armed with knowledge,tools, and the assurance that they are right.

Marc Hendel, student at Atlantic CommunityHigh School in Delray Beach and CongregationShirat Shalom in Boca Raton, was very gladhe attended, “I learned a lot about issues Ihad just never considered, like preparing to

deal with different types of anti-Semitism fromprofessors as well as students.”

The program was steered by a PlanningCommittee, including Ilene Wohlgemuth, LisaZwig Gerstein, Melanie Kaminetsky, DaniaKier Kronick, Beth Mishkin, Donna Robins,Nancy Rosen, and Gayle Tolchin.

Jewish community groups supporting the pro-gram included: Jewish Education Commission(JEC) of the Jewish Federation of South PalmBeach County, Hillel of Broward and PalmBeach, Anti-Defamation League (ADL),American Israel Public Affairs Committee(AIPAC), Adolph & Rose Levis JewishCommunity Center, Caravan for DemocracyHigh School Edition, High School JewishForums, Donna Klein Jewish Academy HighSchool, Weinbaum Yeshiva High School, BocaRaton Synagogue, B’nai Torah Congregation,Congregation B’nai Israel Youth Department,Temple Beth El and Temple Beth El BOFTY,Young Judea, and Gold Coast Region BBYO.

For more information about the JewishCommunity Relations Council or the CollegeAdvocacy Forum, contact JCRC Director Elise Dolgow at (561) 852-6080 orelised@bocafed.org.

JCRC PROGRAM HELPS COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTSPREPARE FOR JEWISH L IFE ON CAMPUS

STEM CELL RESEARCH CONSISTENT WITHJEWISH LAW, ORTHODOX RABBI TELLSCAPACITY CROWD AT FEDERATION

Renowned medical bioethics expert Rabbi Dr.Moshe Tendler of Yeshiva University in NewYork City addressed a standing-room-onlycrowd of more than 500 at the JewishFederation of South Palm Beach County onJan. 8. He explained how Judaism permitsembryonic stem cell research and that thereexists a mandate to seek cures of diseasesthat cause great human suffering.

Citing Torah sources, the 80-year-old biologyprofessor and Rosh Yeshiva of the University’sRabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary(RIETS) explained that harvesting stem cellsfrom an early-stage embryo on day five or daysix does not violate Jewish law concerningwhen an embryo achieves legal status as ahuman being. That only occurs after 40 dayswhen the embryo has already reachedhuman form and developed all of its organsystems, including having a heartbeat,Tendler said during the program, which waspresented by the Federation’s JewishCommunity Relations Council (JCRC).

In addition, he said, embryos in a laboratoryin a Petri dish have no chance of becomingchildren without being implanted in a womb.Some Christian groups equate embryonicstem cell research with abortion, but that isnot Judaism’s position, Tendler said. Thegroups oppose the culling of stem cells,which by necessity results in the destructionof embryos.

President George Bush, in 2001, announcedthat the federal government would only fundresearch for existing stem cell lines, believingthat opening new stem cell lines wouldencourage the destruction of human embryos.

“One of the great tragedies of the Bushadministration has been the weakening of thewall between church and state, between thereligious and the medical,” said Tendler, addingthat many of America’s leading stem cell scientists are now working in other countrieswhere they have more freedom in research.

Because of their regenerative properties, scientists believe that stem cells can be usedto treat a variety of degenerative diseases,such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, macular

degeneration, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosisand spinal cord injury.

“My stance can’t change the controversy,”said Tendler, rabbi of the CommunitySynagogue in Monsey, N.Y. “I can onlyresolve the controversy by saying that if theinstruction of the Torah was followed, therewould be no controversy. But people don’tfollow the Torah.”

“With Florida being a retirement community,when you start talking about some of thesediseases you’re obviously dealing with issuesthat people are very concerned about,” saidTendler, whose father-in law, the late RabbiMoshe Feinstein, was regarded as his generation’sleading expert on halacha (religious law).

The program also included remarks fromattorney Bernard Siegel, executive director ofthe Genetics Policy Institute in Wellington.Considered one of the world’s foremost stemcell research advocates and policy experts,Siegel has appeared on numerous TV newsprograms and has been quoted extensively inmajor newspapers. He predicated that it isonly a matter of time before funding restric-tions are lifted.

“I am proud that so many came out to dis-cuss this revolutionary topic,” said JCRCChair Steve Mendelsohn. “There appears tobe a consensus that Jewish law and ethicssupports stem cell research including embry-onic cells. Hopefully, our voices can be heardin this national debate.”

For more information about the JewishCommunity Relations Council, please contactJCRC Director, Elise Dolgow at (561) 852-3170.

YOM HA‚ATZMAUTFREE CONCERTCome celebrate Israel IndependenceDay at the Mizner Park Amphitheater!

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 – 6 p.m.

Featuring the Popular

He’s been called “the most prolific and consistentlyexcellent composer of Jewish music alive.”

PLUS...• Weinbaum Yeshiva High School Chazak Band 5:15 p.m.• Kosher falafel and other great food and drinks• Performances by local Jewish day school and

synagogue students• Yom HaZikaron ceremony honoring Israel’s fallen soldiers• Sign petitions to free Israel‚s missing soldiers• FREE Raffle - Two air tickets on the Israel @ 60 Mission in

Nov. ‘08 (land pkg. additional), t-shirts, CDs and more!

Bring lawn chairs and blankets • Limited chairs availableRain or shine • This event is open and FREE to the communityArrive early, plenty of parking!

For more info: call 561-852-3159 or visit www.jewishboca.org

Sponsored by: Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Made possible by a generous contribution from Commissioner Burt Aaronson –Honorary Chair of Israel Under the Stars. Funded through Palm BeachCounty Parks and Recreation Assistance Program.

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Jewish Education CommissionJECSouth Florida civic leaders recently mournedthe passing of Florence Zacks Melton, one ofthe nation’s leading Jewish educators and afounder of the Jewish Federation of South PalmBeach County. She died Feb. 8 in Boca Raton,one day after an internationally attended com-memoration of her 95th birthday.

“We have lost a great leader in the Jewishcommunity whose inspiration, dedication andcommitment to the area of Jewish educationfor all ages will serve as a model going for-ward for decades to come,” said William S.Bernstein, president and CEO of the JewishFederation of South Palm Beach County.“Florence was both a visionary and pragmatistwho was able to articulate her dreams andmake certain that they would be fully imple-mented. She will sorely be missed throughoutthe Jewish world.”

Florence Melton’s work beginning when shewas 70 years old paved the way for a revolu-tion in the adult learning world and educationfor high school students. Twenty-eight thousandadults have graduated from the FlorenceMelton Adult Mini-School since its founding in 1986. Driven by Florence Melton’s vision, itembodied the highest quality curriculum, faculty, and administration. Its three way franchise partnership among the HebrewUniversity of Jerusalem, Israel, the NorthAmerican Office and 118 North Americancommunities, each providing the best of whatit had to offer, was a formula for success. Thismodel of excellence in education has createdopportunities for Jewish learning and Jewishgrowth in a pluralistic setting that is unequaledsince the days of the Lehrhaus in Germany inthe 19th Century. The school has expanded toinclude sites in England, Australia, and SouthAfrica and Israel.

Locally, the Florence Melton Adult Mini-Schoolhas been operating for 15 years and has

graduated more than 1,000 Boca Raton/Delray Beach residents. The school program isoffered by the Jewish Education Commission(JEC), which operates under Federation auspices.

Rose Weitz, chair of the Florence Melton AdultMini School Advisory Board for south PalmBeach County, said, “She was my role model,my mentor, my inspiration, and my dearfriend. I will miss her, and have pledged toher that I will never let the flame she igniteddiminish in any way. I will rededicate my energies to help the Florence Melton AdultMini School to continue its growth in SouthPalm Beach County, and around the world.”

Born in Philadelphia, Florence Melton grew up in a family that understood the importanceof charitable giving and expressed thisthroughout her life. After moving to Columbus,Ohio, in the early 1940s, she served on theBoard of United Way (then the Red FeatherAgency) and with the Red Cross NutritionCorps. In the 1970s, she became the firstwoman to serve on the board of theHuntington National Bank and was a foundingmember of CAJE (the Coalition for theAdvancement of Jewish Education).

In 1946, with her first husband, Aaron Zacks,she founded the R.G. Barry Corporation, andpioneered several innovations for the companyincluding the first use of foam in footwear,removable shoulder pads, and products forwomen with foot problems.

In 1968, she married industrialist and philan-thropist Samuel M. Melton and later begandeveloping an entirely new approach toJewish education. She focused on developinga sense of passion and commitment to Jewishtexts by building small mini-schools thatoffered close, caring educational relationships

and nurturedcreativity andindividualchoice.

More recently,she translatedthis successfulmodel for adults into another curriculum-basedproject addressing the needs of post-bar andbat mitzvah teens. Her program, TheCommuniteen High School, became a way toset teens in three northern communities on aJewish journey that could continue throughouttheir lives.

Amidst the rich legacy that Florence ZacksMelton bequeathed to the contemporaryJewish community is the message that memoryof the past is not sufficient. She acted on thebelief that Jewish memory must be preservedand passed on to the next generation throughcommemoration, meaning active participationin Jewish learning and life. This is also how shewill be remembered. Through participation inJewish learning, her memory will be a blessing.

Florence Melton is survived by her son,Gordon Zacks (Carol Sue Pailet) of Columbus,Ohio, and six grandchildren.

For more information about the Florence MeltonAdult Mini-School, contact Barbara Kabatznik,local site director, at (561) 852-6050 or barbarak@bocafed.org.

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Top officials from the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County and othercommunity leaders participated in this historic occasion as Hillel of Broward &Palm Beach dedicated its new home, the Levine Weinberger Jewish Life Center,on the campus of Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton.

A formal ceremony marked the opening of the only Hillel center between Miamiand Orlando. Named after long-time community philanthropists Mildred andAbby Levine, and Ruth and Saul Weinberger, the Center will offer social, culturaland educational programs to more than 6,000 Jewish college students in PalmBeach and Broward counties. There are an estimated 1,600 Jewish students atFAU, and 1,000 students at Lynn University and Palm Beach Community College.

Hillel of Broward & Palm Beach is a recipient agency of the Federation.

Ironically, Saul Weinberger, a former CPA, attorney and real estate developerwho had been ill for a long time, passed away virtually minutes after the Levinesand Shirley Solomon, a Hillel supporter and Federation board member, cut theribbon in front of the building.

“Saul had a tremendous desire to make a lasting difference in the future of ourJewish community and his lifelong dream was to be able to do something totouch the next generation in a very meaningful way,” said Hillel executive director Darin Diner. “He far surpassed the doctor’s prognosis for many, manymonths because he repeatedly told those around him that he was going to be at this dedication. His spirit literally was here until the ribbon was cut and thecelebration was over and he could let go.”

Abby Levine, one of the founders of the Jewish Federation of South Palm BeachCounty and a past president, and his wife have supported many Jewish organi-zations over the years, including B’Nai Torah Congregation in Boca Raton, theFoundation for Fighting Blindness, Israel Bonds and Ruth Rales Jewish FamilyServices, a founding agency of the Federation. The Levine Boardroom at theFederation is named after them.

Also in attendance were FAU President Frank Brogan and newly-elected statesenator Ted Deutch.

“It was the celebration of community founders, dreamers and visionaries to provide a great place for the students to enjoy Jewish life and one another,”said Federation chair Etta Zimmerman.

The 3,000-square-foot Levine Weinberger Jewish Life Center, part of the Paul C.Wimbish Wing of the SE Wimberly Library at FAU, will share space with thenew 24-hour Student Study Lounge and the library. Previously, Hillel occupied a100-square-foot area in an old storage closet in FAU’s Student Union.

“I think that a physical space truly strengthens and solidifies the students’ identity,”Diner said. “For many years we truly were wandering Jews. We operated out ofbackpacks and the trunks of cars. And yet that never deterred us. There is nowa sense of pride and ownership and, I think, real prestige because of the promi-nence of this location.”

HILLEL OF BROWARD & PALM BEACH DEDICATES LEVINE WEINBERGER JEWISHL IFE CENTER AT FAU

Continued from page 22 – JWF Three More Wishes

$2,800 for a series of six weekly programs for Jewish womenages 18-26 to find personal meaning in Shabbat and Havdalah,and develop leadership. These student-led sessions will focuson both traditional and contemporary interpretations andobservances, leading to a special Shabbat experience.Participants will make ritual objects, experiment with Shabbatrecipes, and create personalized siddurim.

Girls-for-Girls Mentoring Training, a new component ofAmerican Jewish Joint Distribution Committee’s Girls on theMap, will receive $10,000 for participant stipends. This grantwill enable young women up to age 20, who have overcometheir difficulties through Girls on the Map, to learn to use theirpast experiences by becoming mentors and intermediaries toat-risk girls (ages 12-17) who have not been successfullyhelped by traditional health and social services. The youngwomen will receive training over nine months at Tel AvivUniversity School of Social Work, learning to help youngergirls in distress to confront and resolve their problems. Throughthis process, the older youth will transition from program partic-ipants to staff members.

“The Jewish Women’s Foundation Trustees are a passionategroup of women who have organized to make a difference inthe lives of Jewish women and girls for generations to come.They are empowered and wish to empower others to promotesocial change,” summarizes current JWF Chair Francine Cole.

The Jewish Women’s Foundation is an initiative of The JewishCommunity Foundation, the planned giving and endowmentarm of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County,which serves the Boca Raton, Delray Beach and HighlandBeach area, raising funds to help Jews locally, in Israel andmore than 60 countries.

To learn how to get involved and become a Trustee, visit jewishboca.org or contact Jill Hagler, Associate FoundationDirector, at (561) 852-5015 or jillh@bocafed.org.

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ISRAEL I MAYOR VIS ITS FEDERATION, THANKSOFFIC IALS FOR SUPPORT DURING WAR

Leading a delegation of city officials and educators fromKiryat Bialik on a Partnership 2000 (P2K) exchange program in Boca Raton, Mayor Rafi Wertheim said histown has almost completely recovered from the summerwar with Hezbollah and thanked leaders from the JewishFederation of South Palm Beach County for monetary andmoral support during the conflict.

“We have friends in Boca Raton that would not let us falldown,” Wertheim said.

During a comprehensive four-day visit that included special recognition from Boca Raton MayorSteven Abrams at a city council meeting, Wertheim toured Federation facilities and agencies, spent time with local and county law enforcement officials and visited laboratories at FloridaAtlantic University.

Around 14 miles from the Lebanon border, Kiryat Bialik is a town of 42,000 in northern Israel. Itreceived significant damage to its infrastructure after being hit with15 missiles during the war.Repairs to the city’s water system, roads and buildings are 90 percent complete, said Wertheim,who happily reported that there were no fatalities as residents found protection in bomb shelters.

One Saturday morning, when many residents were attending Shabbat services at a synagogue,five missiles landed in the middle of town. Three apartments were destroyed and several otherswere damaged by steel balls and sharp nails packed into the explosive. Another missile struck afactory which was closed because of Shabbat.

“In those tough times it was encouraging to know that we had support from the Federation and thecommunity in Boca Raton,” said Wertheim. “They phoned, even during the night, asking “Can wehelp? Can we come over?” It was encouraging to know that they had open ears and open arms.”

Nine early childhood teachers from Kiryat Bialik, who arrived at City Hall in time to see Wertheimaccept a plaque from Abrams, were visibly moved earlier in the day after viewing the Federation’svideo promoting the 2007 Annual Campaign. A significant portion of the video depicts scenes ofwar damage and focuses on Federation’s relief efforts and commitment to Israel.

The Federation raised nearly $3 million in emergency funds for Israel over the summer.

“I think to myself, ‘We are not alone,’ “ said Ronit Zarfati as she dabbed tears from her eyes. “The Jewish people are all one big group.”

Kindergarten teacher Zila Barouk, in her fourth trip to the States and first visit to Boca Raton, saidSouth Palm Beach County residents, having endured Hurricane Wilma, better understand the traumaIsraelis experienced over the summer. She said the exchange program between Kiryat Bialik andthe Federation is critical.

“Before I left I was trying to explain to my class that I was going to meet other Jewish children,” shesaid. “They were very curious. I told them how Jews are connected and that we belong to each other.”

For more information about Partnership 2000, contact IOC Director, Elise Dolgow at (561) 852-3170or elised@bocafed.org

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“Every generation has to take on responsibilities thatrelate to caring for one another. The ability of ourFederation to educate the next generation as to whatthe responsibilities are, why they are so important,where those responsibilities lie and to providethem with illustrations of the need, is criticalto us.”

Federation helps:• rebuild lives and communities in Israel

• fight anti-Semitism through social actionand advocacy

• educate the next generation of Jewish children

• provide strength and sustenance toelderly Jews all over the world

• care for families in crisis and individualswith special challenges

PLEASE GIVE TO THE 2007 UJA/FEDERATION ANNUAL CAMPAIGN.

“It’s Our Federation.” Today and Forever.

“ ”It’s Our

Federation.Bill Bernstein, President and CEOJewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

TO DONATE ONLINE, VISIT:www.jewishboca.orgPhone: 561.852.3100

9901 Donna Klein Boulevard Boca Raton, Florida 33428-1788

JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTH PALM BEACH COUNTYEARNS FIVE SILVER ADDY AWARDS FROM PALM BEACHADVERTISING FEDERATION

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County has receivedfive silver ADDY awards from the Palm Beach AdvertisingFederation in the area of public service for projects completedin 2006, the advertising federation announced recently.

The awards were handed out at the recent annual banquet ofthe Palm Beach Advertising Federation at the Jupiter BeachResort. The organization represents advertising professionalsand related industries in Palm Beach County and the TreasureCoast (Martin and St. Lucie counties).

Three of the Jewish Federation’s five awards were the highesthonors given in their categories. Here is a list of the awards theorganization received:

Collateral, Annual Report – 2005 Federation Annual Report(Highest award given in category); Collateral, Brochure/Sales Kit – Metro Division Brochure (Highest award given in category); Collateral, Brochure/Sales Kit – Corporate Partners Package(Highest award given in category); Collateral, Cards/Invitation – Boca West “Discovery Day”Invitation; Collateral, Cards/Invitation – “What Women Want” Invitation

All of the projects were produced by the Jewish Federation’s in-house marketing and communications department, headed byAndrew M. Rose, V.P., Marketing and Communications. Staffinvolved with the award-winning pieces included Kara Clapp,Creative Director; Erryn Abiri, Marketing Manager; GladiolaQuintanilla, Graphic Designer; Phyliss Mazin, AdministrativeAssistant; Steve Sicherman, former New Media Manager; andJay Schleifer, former PR/Editorial Director.

“The awards are the result of a lot of hard work by the marketingand communications department in collaboration with numerousFederation departments, lay leaders and our Marketing andCommunications Committee, a volunteer group led by ChairRobin Struhl,” said Jason M. Shames, Federation V.P., FinancialResource Development. “The awards in the Public Service categorycarry added significance because our in-house department wenthead to head with top agencies, which are typically hired to dowork for non-profits.”

For more information about the Federation’s Marketing andCommunications Department, contact Andrew M. Rose, V.P.,Marketing and Communications, at (561) 852-5003 orandyr@bocafed.org.

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COUNTRY CLUB SCENEAddison Reserve Pacesetter

From L-R:Karim Ahamed, Sponsor JP Morgan;Joyce Hohfeler, Sponsor JP Morgan;Sandra and Jeffrey Perkins, Co-chairs;Leslie Meisner, Sponsor JP Morgan;Dr. Reuven Hazan, Guest Speaker

Boca Grove Pacesetter

From L-R: Sandy Dickerman and Barbara Berman,Co-chairs; Dr. Reuven Hazan, Featured Speaker;Edith and Martin Stein, Honorees

From L-R: Martin and Edith Stein, Honorees; WilliamS. Bernstein, Federation President and CEO andEllen R. Sarnoff, Women’s Division Chair

Boca Grove Lion of Judah High Tea

From L-R: Jan M. Silverman, Lion of JudahOutreach Chair; Tehilla Shwartz Altshuler, FeaturedSpeaker; Janet Sherr, Lion of Judah Outreach Chair

Boca Lago – Federation Day

From L-R: Werner Brodman, Barry Friedberg, Lyna Zommick (Co-chair), Marvin Rosett (Co-chair) and Mel Kofsky

Boca West

Top row from L-R: Marilyn Pechter, Ed Flank (Sponsor Solomon, Bardes & Flank), Ellen Flank,Irving Levy, Barbara Levy and Carole Weinstein. From L-R Bottom Row: Jack Pechter, ShoshanaCardin, Gordon Salganik (Boca West Campaign Chair), Phyllis Blum and Marcus Weinstein

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Boca Woods – Pacesetter Morasha

From L-R: George Bloom, Boca Woods Men’s Co-chair; Lorraine Zam and Paula Levitt, BocaWoods Women’s Co-chairs; Alan Platner, BocaWoods Men’s Co-chair

From L-R: David Edwards, Mellon; Alan Platner andGeorge Bloom, Boca Woods Men’s Co-chairs

From L-R: George Bloom, Boca Woods Men’s Co-chair, Lorraine Zam, Paula Levitt, Boca WoodsWomen’s Co-chair, Suzanne Branham, SponsorBranham Realty, Inc, Alan Platner, Boca WoodsMen’s Co-Chair

Bocaire – Lion of Judah Outreach

From L-R: Helene Eicoff, Co-chair; Rachel Freed,Featured Speaker; Fern Steinfeld, Co-chair andHostess

Gold Coast

From L-R: Marlene Silver, Gold Coast committeemember; Wendy Gutman-Kupfer VP, CitigroupPrivate Bank, Gold Coast Sponsor; Bill Weprin,Gold Coast Campaign Chair

From L-R: Florence Brody, Gold Coast Major GiftsChair; U.S. Congressman Ron Klein, Guest SpeakerMartin Brody

COUNTRY CLUB SCENE – (Continued )

Delaire BBQ & Fun Day

From L-R: Howard Kent, Campaign Co-chair; Ila Davidoff, Event Co-chair; Tom Kaplan, partner sponsorBernstein, Kaplan & Krauss LLC Family Wealth Management; Elyssa Kupferberg, Senior Vice President ofMellon; Robert Davidoff, Event Co-chair; Dan Levine, Marcia Kent, Campaign Co-chair

From L-R: Ben Kaye and Shirley Aidekman-Kaye,Barbara and Irving Kass

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Hamlet opening event

From L-R: Bernie Roberts, Co-chair, Hamlet Men’s Campaign; Jack Kabcenell; Joyce Newman, Women’sCo-chair; Bob Wallstein, Men’s Co-chair; Dalia Jarashow, Opening Event Co-chair; Dr. Yitschak Ben Gad,Consul General for Israel of Florida and Puerto Rico; Susan Saril, Women’s Co-chair; Vivian Kabcenell,Opening Event, Co-chair; Mort Jarashow, Opening Event Co-chair

Polo Club Pacesetter

From L-R: Mel Morse, Co-chair; Jeanne Fibus,Honoree; Jeff Abrams, Sponsor US Trust; HarveyGelfenbein, Honoree; Larry Levy, Co-chair

From L-R: Burton and Judy Satzberg, Ken and Jeanne Fibus, Honoree CliffordSeresky, Phyllis Seresky and George and Arlene Goldenberg

Polo Club Golf Day

COUNTRY CLUB SCENE – (Continued )

St. Andrews Ladies Fun Day

From L-R: Phyllis Rosentstock and KarenHerbstman, Event Co-chairs

Stonebridge Golf Day

From R-L: Allen Goldenberg, Campaign CabinetChair; Janice Meyerson, Jeff Newman, Raffle Co-chair; Joan Wolff and Golf Pro

From L-R: Eleanor and Edward Epstein,Honorees

From L-R: Nancy Edelman, Catering Chair; Sandy Feinman,Solicitation Chair; Robert Izenstark, Robert Wolff and Golf Pro

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From L-R: Linda Tafet and Adele Hast From L-R: Douglas Bloomfield, guest speaker;Phyllis Rosenstock and Karen Herbstman, Co-chairs of St. Andrews Ladies Fun Day; MatthewZucker, FMSBonds sponsor

St. Andrews Night of Appreciation

From L-R: Lawrence Phillips, Event Co-chair, andYetta Bregman

From L-R: Myrna and Daniel Keisman, Event Co-chair From L-R: Matthew Zucker, Sponsor FMSBonds; Sheldon and Elizabeth Maschler, hosts; Malcolm Hoenlein,Guest Speaker; Freyer Hoenlein, Etta Gross Zimmerman, Federation Chair; Raymond Zimmerman

COUNTRY CLUB SCENE – (Continued )

St. Andrews Fun Day – Continued

Broken Sound Dinner Dance

From L-R: Tom Kaplan, Bernstein, Kaplan & KraussLLC, Corporate Sponsor; Andrea Fishfeld, Dinner Co-chair; Elyssa Kupferberg, Mellon Private WealthManagement, Corporate Sponsor; Ellen Flank,Women’s Committee Chair and Dinner Co-chair;William S. Bernstein, Federation President and CEO

From L-R: Esther and Manny Leno (Men’s CabinetCo-chair), Honorees

St. Andrews Night of Appreciation– Continued

From L-R: Ed Flank, Men’s Cabinet Co-chair andEllen Flank, Women’s Committee Chair

www.jewishboca.org/israel60 l israel@60 hotline: (561) 852-3112

In 1948 history was made when the state of Israel was established. Join friends from ourcommunity and around the world as the Jewish Federation travels to Israel in celebration of our homeland’s 60th birthday.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Excitement is building for this very special milestone…mark your calendars!

TO LEARN MORE VISIT: www.jewishboca.org/israel60 or call the israel@60 hotline at (561) 852-3112.

Mission co-chairs: Dale Filhaber and April Leavy

• Sightseeing in highly secure, air conditioned buses led by

professional tour guides

• Community wide mission for all – couples, singles, agencies,

synagogues, and more

• Experience the enduring beauty of Shabbat in the old city

of Jerusalem

• Visit the sights that tell the story of our heritage – Masada,

the Dead Sea, Safed, Yad Vashem, and more

• Scheduled immediately following the International Lion of

Judah Conference and in conjunction with the United Jewish

Communities General Assembly in Israel

• Six nights of deluxe accommodations

• Special tracks: first timers, return visitors, technology,

adventure, cultural arts, general assembly

• Exclusive speakers from top government officials, scholars

and industry executives

• Personalized extensions available

November 15-23, 2008