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What's Nu? 2 Charleston Jewish Federation 3-7 CJF Annual Campaign 8-10 Charleston ‘J’ 11-12 Local Happenings 13-15 Our Community 16-19

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The Charleston Jewish Voice is a community newspaper, published as a service by the Charleston Jewish Federation, which focuses on Jewish life in Charleston. The Jewish Community Center is a recipient agency of the Charleston Jewish Federation and encourages its members to participate in these respective annual campaigns. Annual dues to the JCC and any contribution to the CJF campaign represent the request for a subscription to the Charleston Jewish Voice. SUBMISSION POLICY:

The Charleston Jewish Voice does not assume responsibility for the quality or kashrut of any product or service advertised in its pages. The opinions that are expressed in these pages are those of the author's, not that of the Charleston Jewish Voice. The Charleston Jewish Voice bears the right to reject/edit any editorial, articles, or advertising that it deems inappropriate. ARTICLE DEADLINE:

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Charleston Jewish Federation p 843.571.6565 f 843.556.6206 CJF PRESIDENT:

Jeffrey Buncher, M.D.

CEO’s Article - Judi Corsaro, Joint CEO

Look for Jeffrey Buncher’s next article in the September issue of the Jewish VOICE. While I write this, Jeffrey is on a Jewish Federation of North America Campaign Chairs and Directors Mission to Moscow and Israel to see first hand the impact that Federation dollars make. Our 2010 campaign is coming to a close and thanks to the hard work and dedication of our campaign chairs Susan Addlestone Berlijn & Masha Kalinsky (Women’s Division) and Jeffrey Buncher & Alan Toporek (Men’s Division) we are getting closer and closer to our goal of reaching one million dollars. Dollars raised provide critical support for Jews in need. These funds feed the hungry, care for the sick and aged, build Jewish identity, promote arts and culture, educate and advocate—all to ensure a vibrant, connected Jewish community locally, in Israel and worldwide. If we have a financially successful campaign our entire Jewish community in Charleston and our extended Jewish family in Israel and worldwide benefits. There are two very important initiatives that are being launched in our community; one is the Charleston Jews and the other is the Charleston Jewish Food Pantry. Charleston Jews is a YAD outreach initiative that has been spearheaded by Jason Goldberg, Greg Rothschild and Jonathan Zucker. All three of these amazing young men have been involved in YAD (the Young Adult Division of the Charleston Jewish Federation) and committed to growing the program for many years. Charleston Jews offers Jewish singles and couples the opportunity for one very low annual

fee to join the JCC and all three of the synagogues and receive free entrance to all Chabad events for an entire year. On top of this, each new member receives a welcome bag which includes $130 worth of merchandise including Shabbat candlesticks, mezuzah, kosher cookbook, custom designed tzedakah box, wine and a challah just to mention some of what is included. The second new initiative is the Charleston Jewish Community Food Pantry which will be coming to the JCC this fall. The Jewish Community Food Pantry is being sponsored by the Charleston Jewish Social Services and is being co-chaired by Jill Levy and Rachel Lipton. The concept for creating the food pantry came about during a discussion at a Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) meeting. The committee was discussing what our communal response should be to the growing need to fight hunger not only around the world but right here in our own Jewish community. This initiative reflects our commitment to the Jewish values of Tzedakah (justice) and Tikkun Olam (repair of the world) and to serving our community members in need with Kavod (respect). Both of these initiatives are community wide and I commend our wonderful Rabbis and lay leadership of all the congregations, Chabad, the Jewish Community Center and the Charleston Jewish Federation for their leadership. Only with the full support of the community can we ensure access to critical services, programs, and engagement opportunities that benefits all members of our community.

On August 28, Connecting Jewish Women, the second annual program will take place. This event is the culmination of a year of planning by an extraordinary group of women. The program is chaired by Sharon Becker and Jamee Schlesinger and with the support of their amazing committee all of us women can look forward to another memorable day. You can register for the program at www.connectingjewishwomen.org. It has been an extremely fun summer at the JCC. Camp Baker under the direction of Tamar Sternfeld and her amazing staff has provided a memorable summer for all our campers and camp families. This has become my favorite time of year at the JCC because I love watching the happy children, counselors and staff. I especially love the unsolicited hugs I receive from campers! I am very fortunate to work with a group of professionals that are dedicated to providing quality programs and services for our community members. I am also grateful to have the opportunity to work with board members who work tirelessly on behalf of the Federation, JCC and the Jewish community. The Jewish Community Center provides a Jewish campus where all Jewish members of our community affiliated and unaffiliated can come together and engage in Jewish life. To our community members who have provided vital financial assistance to help make it possible for our JCC to continue to work toward achieving financial sustainability, I thank you and commend you for making this important investment.

Thank You Charleston Jewish Federation and the Charleston ‘J’ gratefully acknowledge our Grant Funders and extend our heartfelt appreciation for all their support! To date we have received support from the following foundations: • The Addlestone Foundation • The Sol & Celia Cohen Endowment Fund • The Exchange Club of Charleston • The Harold Grinspoon Foundation • Hebrew Benevolent Society • Hebrew Orphan Society • The Henry & Sylvia Yaschik Foundation • InterTech Group Foundation • The Zucker Family Endowment Fund

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Charleston Jewish Federation Contributions In Honor Of:

Sara Shapiro: Ellen & Andy Allen Stephen Bielsky: Alan Toporek Alan Toporek, Myra Sparkman, Ellie & Albert Fraenkel: Sue Lynne Toporek Faye Rones, A Happy & Healthy Birthday: Marcie & John Baker Mimi Goer and her sister Florence, a Happy 85th birthday: Elza Alterman; Shirley & Arnold Prystowsky; Sara & Gilbert Snyder Willy Adler, a Speedy recovery: Jeffrey & Beth Buncher & family; Judi & Ted Corsaro Selby Toporek, a Speedy recovery: Sue Lynne Toporek Janet & Ken Fox, Mazel Tov on

son Alec’s graduation from college: Judi & Ted Corsaro Liz & Spencer Lynch, Mazel Tov on daughter Gabrielle’s graduation from college: Judi & Ted Corsaro Sharon & Michael Stricker, Mazel Tov on son Elon’s graduation from college: Judi & Ted Corsaro In Memory Of:

Raymond Rosenblum, beloved husband, father & grandfather of Sandra Lee Rosenblum & family: Judi & Ted Corsaro Bernice & Louis Toporek: Sue Lynne Toporek Minna Greenberg, beloved wife of Sumner Greenberg: Toby Felton

REMEMBER Program In Memory Of:

Evaline Krant-Hamel, beloved grandmother (Oma) & great grandmother of Evaline & Norman Delson & family: Katie, Moshe, Simcha & Malka Bielsky Evaline Krant-Hamel, beloved grandmother (Oma) of Phillis Kalisky & Jeff Mair: Katie, Moshe, Simcha & Malka Bielsky

Charleston Jewish Social Services In Honor Of:

Mimi Goer and her sister Florence, a Happy 85th birthday: Marilyn Hoffman

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Business: Women Who Get Results | Nancy Zisk, Teri Lash, Robyn Rhea A three women panel will address diverse business practices including legal protection from discrimination, how branding defines and promotes your business and a personal story of entrepreneur success.

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Cooking: Come Meet Some of our Very Own “Iron Chefs” | Evelyn Brown, Lynn Ross, Claudia Strobling Learn new recipes to celebrate Rosh Hashanah holiday. Start with a creative salad, main course ideas, sides and desserts plus wine pairing for all parts of the meal. You will go home with a copy of all the recipes & get to sample some of the cuisine.

Ethical Wills: A Legacy of Words | Marsha Greenhill, Rachel Morley, Pat Votava Learn about what an ethical will is and how to write them. Ethical Wills are a celebration of your beliefs and values and are intended to be shared by the writer with family and friends. Modern Hi-Tech Meets Longtime Jewish Traditions | Rabbi Stephanie Alexander “Shabbat: How Remembering the Seventh Day Can Bring Balance to the Other Six” - Has there been an age in which people, women especially, have not struggled to find balance? Has there been a time when, juggling all that we do, we have been able to find and maintain appropriate boundaries? As old as the struggle are the seeds of a solution. In this workshop, we will explore Judaism’s gift to humanity - Shabbat. Considering the theological underpinnings of its rituals, we will see how Shabbat has always provided a mechanism of checks and balance for the otherwise all - consuming demands of the week, and how it can help us establish balance and boundaries today.

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The Israel Activism Task Force (IATF) is sponsored by the Jewish Community Relations Committee of Charleston Jewish Federation. Currently the IATF is comprised of those who signed up at the “Stand Up for Israel” event on May 23. Please contact us by emailing sarahs@jewishcharleston.org if you would like to join this group of committed individuals.   We have a big job ahead of us and there is so much potential to build a very vocal groundswell of positive support for Israel centered around issues that all can agree on regardless of personal political or religious opinions.

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Mazel Tov to the Berendt family on their new addition! Shalom, Binyamin! “Shalom Baby,” an outreach program of the Charleston Jewish Federation, warmly welcomes new babies and reaches out to parents in the Charleston Jewish Community. Each new baby is greeted with a visit by CJF Staff and a gift, a copy of “My First Shabbat,” an adorable PJ Library board book and a custom-made tzedakah box from “HelloEverywear!”, a custom-design, made-to-order T-shirt and gift company run by a Jewish mother right here in Charleston.

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YOUNG ADULT DIVISION

The Young Adult Division of the Charleston Jewish Federation Launches “Charleston Jews” It has been several years in the making, but with the persistence of three YAD leaders and the community spirit of so many of our distinguished Jewish organizations, the “Charleston Jews” program has come to fruition. Jason Goldberg, Greg Rothschild, and Jonathan Zucker had a vision of a program that would encourage and promote Jewish community involvement among current and new Jewish residents of Charleston by increasing participation in JCC and synagogue programming and services. The Young Adult Division of the Charleston Jewish Federation is proud to be able to offer the “Charleston Jews” program with the gracious cooperation of the following organizations: Brith Sholom Beth Israel, Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, Synagogue Emanu-El, Chabad of Charleston and the Lowcountry, and the Charleston JCC. Modeled after a similar program in Charlotte, NC, YAD’s “Charleston Jews” program allows those 35 years of age and under who are new to Charleston, or who are unaffiliated or have been for 3 years, to join the Jewish Community Center and the synagogue of their choice, and gain free entrance to Chabad events, for an entire year

for an affordable price. In addition, members receive a welcome basket worth more than $130, full of Jewish items; A beautiful mezuzah and Shabbat candlesticks, a custommade tzedakah box, a kippah, a Hip Kosher cookbook, local kosher goodies, challah, kosher wine, and more are included. YAD Board members will make personal visits to hand-deliver the welcome baskets to new participants, helping to put warm faces to the Jewish community the new participant has just joined. A “Charleston Jews” membership costs only $180 for singles ($15/month) or $360 for couples and families ($30/month) for the year. The funds raised through Charleston Jews will be reinvested into the program to make it self-sustaining, and will cover marketing, advertising and the cost of the welcome baskets. YAD plans to promote the program to the general public through secular media to reach out to those Jews who do not have any current connections to the Jewish community. The “Charleston Jews” media plan utilizes Facebook, radio, and multiple print media. Already with only a soft launch of the program (which included email

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jewishcharleston.org. announcements to YAD members), there are 5 couple/family sign-ups and 5 single sign-ups, and YAD expects many more. There is no deadline to join “Charleston Jews;” the one-year program begins for a new participant the day he or she signs up. To learn more or sign up, visit www. CharlestonJews.com or call 571.6565 x 304.

Take YAD Out to the Ball Game 2011 The David M. Gilston Insurance Agency, Inc. generously sponsored «Take YAD Out to the Ball Game 2011» on June 15. Included for free was a ticket into the park, beer, and a great night out with fellow YAD members. Everyone enjoyed root, root, rooting for the home team together at the Riverdogs! Thank you, David Gilston.

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Charleston Israel Bonds Event

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On May 5, 2011 at the Charleston Jewish Community Center, Ruth and Danny Berlinsky were recognized by State of Israel Bonds as community honorees and presented with the Israel Bonds Star of David Award for their leadership and commitment to the Charleston Jewish community and Israel. More than one hundred and fifty people attended and over $700,000 in bonds investments were made in support of the event. Herb Rosner and Eli Hyman served as co-chairmen. Guest speaker, Jeff Jacoby, from the Boston Globe spoke on Israel and the Middle East. Ruth and Danny were presented with their award by their son, Philip. Ruth and Danny were overjoyed with the recognition and the evening. They were also thrilled with the support of Israel Bonds demonstrated by their friends and family in attendance which will help support their beloved Israel. Israel Bonds is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Throughout its history Israel Bonds have played a vital role in building and strengthening Israel’s economy and the infusion of over $32 billion in Israel Bonds funding has helped Israel evolve into one of the world’s most advanced nations. State of Israel Bonds are a significant means of expressing support for Israel and meeting personal investment goals. Israel has a flawless record of debt repayment and proceeds from Israel Bonds continue to be used as a primary resource for infrastructure development in Israel including roads, ports, airports, natural gas pipelines, new communication links and water desalination plants. Moody’s investment services have called Israel Bonds a ‘critical resource’ for Israel’s economy. For additional information about Israel Bonds, please feel free to contact the office for the Southeast at 404-817-3500 or visit their web site at www.israelbonds.com.

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Enrollment is now open for

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Israel Education Fellowship Program What is IEF?

The Israel Education Fellowship program offers Jewish youth of the Charleston area the opportunity to enhance their Jewish education by attending institutionally sponsored educational programs in Israel during high school or college. The Fellowship Program is jointly sponsored by the Charleston Jewish Federation, Brith Sholom Beth Israel Congregation, Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, and Synagogue Emanu-el. Fellows may enroll in educational programs in Israel from their seventh grade year to age 22.

How does it work? To learn more, volunteer or donate to this important cause, please visit www.jewishcharleston.org/foodpantry.

Interview with Jill Levy & Rachel Lipton

Co-Chairs, Charleston Jewish Community Food Pantry Why is the Charleston Jewish Social Services starting a food pantry?

Most of us are not aware that there is hunger in the Jewish community. The Jewish Community Pantry was created to provide emergency food to individuals and families in crisis in the greater Charleston community. One of our goals is to increase awareness of the existence of the challenges many face in meeting their basic needs. Who will it help?

A hungry child, an elderly shut in, a family struggling to make ends meet, families that cannot afford a Shabbat dinner, perhaps someone who is reading this right now. This service will be confidential to maintain respect and dignity for those who may need assistance.

In 3rd grade, after making a contribution of $200, participating students contribute a minimum of $100 and a maximum of $200 per year to the program. Alternatively, students may enroll in 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th grades for an abbreviated term. The student’s contributions are matched annually by the Fellow’s congregation. Additionally, the Charleston Jewish Federation will match funds contributed by the students at a rate of $2 for every $1. This 2 for 1 match is subject to available funds after the fourth year of the program. At the end of a 7 year enrollment, a Fellow who has made a maximum contribution of $200 would have $5,600 available for an approved Israel Program to use anytime between the end of 7th grade through 22 years of age.

Who is eligible? Students whose family makes a minimum contribution of $200 to the Charleston Jewish Federation’s Annual Campaign the first year of enrollment in the program, and at least $100 to the Campaign each succeeding year, and whose families are members “in good standing” of participating congregations may enroll. For the maximum, or full enrollment of seven years, children should enroll in 3rd grade. Students may alternately choose to enroll in 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th grade for an abbreviated term.

How do I sign up? Register for the Israel Education Fellowship Program online at www.jewishcharleston.org. To find out more about eligibility and registration, contact Sarah Swingle, CJF Program Director, at 571.6565 x 304, or at sarahs@jewishcharleston.org. Deadline for this year is October 31, 2011.

What’s the best part of this new program?

We hope that the Jewish Community food pantry will engage our entire Jewish community in the fight against hunger. By only asking for a five dollar commitment, we hope that this program will be inclusive and extend across many boundaries uniting us in our communal response to hunger. It reflects our commitment to the Jewish values of justice, repairing of the world and to serving community members in need with respect. What inspired you to step up and lead this initiative?

We were talking about it at a Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) meeting and it just seemed like a very good idea. Our Jewish Social Services are financially strained and I hate the thought of people going hungry or eating unhealthy diets due to monetary concerns. In difficult economic times, many individuals have to do without things that many of us take for granted.

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CO Jewish Endowment Fund Honor Roll We give special thanks to the leadership and thoughtful planning the following persons have initiated. Each has made special provisions to ensure continued funding for the future of our Jewish community. • Anonymous • Dr. Edmund and Marilyn Barron • Mrs. Alwyn Berlin • David L. and Linda Cohen • Mrs. Linda G. Cohen • Haskell and Barbara Ellison • Mr. Stanley B. Farbstein • Phyllis Hyman Firetag • Sam and Regina (OBM) Geene • Dr. and Mrs. William H. Golod • Alvin J. Hammer • Janice and Ellis Kahn • Scott and Lara LeRoy • Spencer and Elisabeth Lynch • Mr. Edwin Pearlstine • Ms. Lillie L. Rubenstein • Mr. and Mrs. Hugo M. Spitz • Sharon and Eddie Toporek • Mrs. Sharon Toporek • Jerry (OBM) and Anita Zucker

Men’s Division $25,000-$99,999 Hyman Bielsky Eli H. Hyman $18,000-$24,999 Anonymous (1) Jeffrey Buncher $10,000-$17,999 David M. Dumas Edwin S. Pearlstine Sam Shapiro $5,000-$9,999 Anonymous (1) Charles H. Banov Danny Berlinsky David M. Ellison Richard Friedman Michael Leibowitz Larry Lipov Norman Nirenblatt Herbert E. Rosner Harold I. Sherman Stuart Tessler $2,500-$4,999 Michael N. Bagg Jeffrey Cohen Manuel Cohen Mitchell R. Fischbein Harold Fox William H. Golod William J. Grossman Carl H. Jacobson Morton Needle Howard V. Peskin Henry W. Rittenberg Samuel I. Rosen Mitchell L. Sherman Samuel Steinberg Alan D. Toporek C. Leonard Zucker $1,000-$2,499 Anonymous (3) Jonathan Altman Paul L. Baron Edmund G. Barron Daniel A. Beck Edward E. Berlin Ellison Berlin Philip Berlinsky Stephen W. Bielsky

Benjamin H. Chase Neil W. Draisin Haskell Ellison Joseph Engel Michael J. Engel Lowell Epstein Paul M. Feldman Stuart A. Feldman Joseph Fischbein Neil Fisher Richard Fishman Jerry Garfinkle David Gilston Harry Goldberg Raymond Greenberg Raphael Haller Fredrick Himmelstein Marshall Kalinsky Stanley H. Karesh Gerald A. Kaynard Maurice Krawcheck Jonathan Krell Edward Kronsberg, II A. Lawrence Lemel Walter D. Leventhal Allan M. Levin Theodore Levin Allan Lieberman Irving Lipsky Morey Lipton Bernard P. Mendelson Marshall V. Miller Allan Mysel Alan I. Nussbaum David T. Pearlman Mark L. Pinosky Charles Rittenberg Gerald M. Rittenberg Klyde Robinson Morris Rosen Robert N. Rosen Peter A. Rosenthal Norton M. Seltzer Howard B. Sherman Gilbert Snyder Joseph H. Sokol Irving Sonenshine Harvey Spar Bernard Steinberg Robert M. Steinberg

Haskell Toporek Edgar J. Weiss Mark F. Yampolsky $500-$999 Anonymous (6) Mark Antman Donald Barkowitz Steven Berlin Charles S. Bernstein Scott Bluestein Steve Brenner Adam Brown Joseph Chase Ted Corsaro Herbert Engel Gerald A. Feinberg Leo Fishman Kenneth A. Fox P. Maurice Fox Larry W. Freudenberg Leonard Glantz Martin A. Gold Charles S. Goldberg Jason Goldberg Paul Goldberg William Golde Robert Goldstein Kenneth Goodman Samuel Greene Elliott T. Halio David C. Kalik Buddy Karesh Newton Klements Eric Krawcheck Jordan Lash Scott R. LeRoy Avron P. Lesser Nowell Lesser Allan Livingstain Myron M. Lutz Sean I. Lynch Spencer J. Lynch Seth Manaker Owen G. Meislin Burnet Mendelsohn Joseph Mendelsohn Robert B. Miller Harry R. Needle Robert New Wilfred D. Novit Maurice B. Nussbaum

William Olasov Murray Passo Michael Prystowsky Adrian Reuben Ira Rosenberg Jeffery L. Sabel Dean Schuyler Daniel Slotchiver Irvin J. Slotchiver Stephen Slotchiver Walter Solomon Michael Spandorfer Hugo M. Spitz Michael A. Stricker Louis Tanenbaum Mark Tanenbaum Stanley D. Toporek Jack Vane Julius (Skippy) Weil Mark Wine Marty Yonas $100-$499 Anonymous (6) Mark Adelson Willy M. Adler Gary Allen Moshe Arfa Jerry I. Baker Seymour Baron Kenneth Barrack Stephen Baumrind Jeffrey B. Bayme Buddy Bebergal Roger Bender Joseph Benmaman Ira Berendt Melvyn Berlinsky Jeffrey Berry Michael S. Berry Brett Bluestein Ryan Bluestein Joe C. Brams Wayne Braverman Craig Browdy Pete Brown Jeffrey W. Buncher, Jr. Kenneth Chavin Stanley B. Chepenik Glenn S. Cohen Jason Cohen Alan F. Coleman Gary Diamond

Malcolm Fages Stanley Farbstein Fred R. Feldman Gary Fink Dennis J. Fisher Charles Fox Harvey D. Friedman John Friedrich Max Garfinkel Paul W. Garfinkel Benjamin Glass Richard Glass Slade Gleaton Herbert S. Goldberg Sanford Goldberg Steven E. Goldberg Alan Goldkin Mel Goldstein Thomas R. Goldstein William Greenhill Colby H. Grossman David F. Grossman Andrew S. Halio Morton Hankin Marc Haspel Al Hawkins Joseph Heckelman Les Herman Barry Hoffman Stanley R. Hoffman Anthony D. Holz Warren Hyman David Jaffee Thomas T. Johnston Justin Kahn Sewell Kahn Charles Karesh Ian Kay Stuart J. Kestenbaum Lawrence Kobrovsky Andrew Kraft Richard A. Kronick Murray Lancer Jeff J. Lapin Barry Lash Ira K. Lash Martin Lazarus Sid A. Lederman Arnold Levin Henry Levin Sam Liberman

Meyer Lipman Scott Lynch Wade Manaker Harvey Mandel Jerold Martin Carl Masonberg David Mendelsohn Larry Minkoff Christopher Nickels Bradley Nirenblatt Ivan N. Nossokoff Bernard J. Novit Carl Novit Daniel Nussbaum Steven M. Ornstein Eric L. Oser Durward C. Parsley Robert B. Pearlman Eli Poliakoff Herbert Rephan Harold (Billy) M. Richman Jerry Robinson Adam Rosenbaum David M. Rosenberg Michael Rosenberg Adam Rosner Greg Rothschild Jerry Rothschild Alan N. Rovick Herbert Rovick Jay M. Rovick Paul Rundbaken Patrick Rutledge Isaac (Ike) Ryba Julius Sagel Phil Saul Michael E. Schwartz Paul Schwartz Sidney Segal Sid D. Shealey Jeffrey Simon Andrew B. Slotin Philip H. Slotin A. Melvin Solomon Sid Stark Jonathan M. Stein Stephen R. Steinberg Charles Steinert

Josh Steinert Stanley Stewart Robert J. Stine Eli Streit Paul Sykes Ari Sytner Edwin S. Toporek Martin Toporek Igor Tsveer Michael Ullian Fred Volkman Lyle G. Walsh Mitchell Weinstein Maurice Weintraub Leon Wolper Paul A. Wurtzel Loren R. Ziff $1-$99 Murad Abed Jordan Adelson Andrew Allen Barry I. Baker Samuel H. Baker Jamie Ball Joseph Beker Jason E. Berendt Michael D. Binder Gabriel Bluestein Richard Bodek Michael Book Norman H. Brahen Kregg Brandenburg Barry Breibart Richard Brewer Jonathan Buncher Tim Carle Andrew Chapman Andrew Cohen Ethan Cohen Randall B. Cohen Ed Coyle Joel H. Doobrow Ruben A. Duenas Cary Fechter Gerald Fechter Paul C. Feldman Stanley Feldman Chester Fischbein Irving Fisher Mitchell E. Gilbert Samuel Gilston Myles I. Glick Leonard Goldman Alex Gross David B.

Heidenberg Jacob Heidenberg Thomas Heyward Charles A. Jackson Charles F. Kaiser Gerald Katz Marvin Katzen Stuart E. Knee Larry Krasnoff David Kratzok Seth Kupferman Herb Lamb Terrill Leff Harold Lenoff Eli D. LeRoy Nathaniel R. LeRoy Henry G. Levis Paul Levy Lawrence M. Libater Arthur Liberman Eric J. Lipton Robert Lovinger Herbert Maier Gerald Meyerson Jack Monene Brantley Moody Steven Moody Zachary Moody Nathan Olasov David Orner Bradley H. Perlitz Myron K. Perlitz Jay Rabhan Charles Richards Andy Rivkind Joel Ronner Ira Rosenshein Mitchell Rubinstein N. Hershel Sarasohn Gil Shuler Alex Shulmanovitch Stephen Silver Edward Silverberg George B. Slotin Andrew H. Sohor Lawrence D. Swillinger Hanes Swingle Guy Toubiana Vladimir Varadi Nathaniel Wallace William Want Howard C. Weiner Neil Weintrob Kevin Ziman

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Charleston Jewish Federation 2011 Annual Campaign Contributions

Raised as of August 1, 2011: $918,729

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Division Prime Ministerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Council Black Diamond Lion of Judah $100,000+ Anita G. Zucker Emerald Lion of Judah $25,000-$99,999 Ann Therese S. Hyman Ruby Lion of Judah $10,000-$17,999 Elizabeth Buncher Marilyn Hoffman Judith M. Solomon Lion of Judah $5,000-$9,999 Anonymous (1) Susan Addlestone Berlijn Nancy L. Banov Jackie S. Berlinsky Ruth F. Berlinsky Linda Cohen Lisa Cohen Judi Corsaro Tiffany J. Dye Phyllis Firetag Hyman Debbie Fisher Amy Foster Ruth Goldberg Ellen Hoffman Sylvia Hyman Masha Kalinsky Halle Lipov Sandra Lipton Liz Lynch Suzanne G. Lynch Diana Manaker Rebecca S. Nirenblatt Susan Pearlstine Janet Pearlstine Lipov Jean S. Rosner Penny Rosner Jamee Schlesinger Roxann Spandorfer Sunny Steinberg Susie Steinberg Catherine Stuhr Toporek Phyllis K. Tanenbaum Elaine Tessler Sharon Toporek Pomegranate $2,500-$4,999 Marlene Addlestone Shera Lee E. Berlin Debra S. Engel Sally Fischbein Sandra G. Peskin Mickey Sonenshine Harriet Steinert Barbara L. Zucker $1,000-$2,499 Anonymous (3) Gloria A. Adelson Elza M. Alterman Janet Berg Ettaleah Bluestein Sandra Brett Marilyn Brilliant Elinor Cohen Jody Cohen Barbara Ellison Julie L. Ellison Barbara Epstein Irene Garfinkel Marsha Golod Judy Grossman Barbara Halpern Estate of Margery

B. Jaffe (OBM) Pam Kaplan Charlot M. Karesh Rose Levin Helen S. Lipsky Carol A. Mysel Evelyn Needle Neda C. Nussbaum Karen Pinosky Sara Rittenberg Sheran Rittenberg Claire Z. Robinson Patricia Rones-Sykes Marianne Rosen Mindelle K. Seltzer Arlene A. Shawinsky Rosenthal Sara Snyder Freida L. Sokol Robin Solomon Marcia Spar Dale Toporek Ellen L. Yampolsky $500-$999 Anonymous (7) Elizabeth Baker Roslyn L. Barkowitz Lisa L. Baron Marilyn Barron Virginia Benmaman Carol L. Berlin Katie Bielsky Eileen Chepenik Dutch (Dorothy) Cohen Barbara S. Cohn Jane N. Douglas Carolyn Draisin Debra Engel Marilyn Feldman Janet Friedman Vivian Friedman Renee Frisch Susan Garfinkel Janet Gilston Harriet Goldberg Elissa Golde Marion Goodman Beth Keyserling Kramer Barbara Landsman-Jacobson Lara D. LeRoy Jeanne Lieberman Rachel Lipton Joan S. Loeb Judy C. Lutz Nancy N. Mendelson Sheralyn Rosenblum Sonia Rothschild Carol Seltzer Debra L. Sistino Theresa Solomon Bobbi Spitz Ellen S. Steinberg Sharon F. Stricker Ijo Toporek Ronneca Watkins Laura Zucker $100-$499 Anonymous (11) Katherine Abrams Carole Addlestone Ruth Addlestone Lori Adelman Michele Adelson Stephanie M. Alexander Shari Allen Madge Altman Carol Antman Patricia J. Bagg Janna K. Baker

Jo Ellen Basile Stacey Bauknight Michelle K. Bayme Margaret Bender Andrea Berendt Linda A. Bergman Lynn Bernstein Tassie Bielsky Laurie Bixler Traci E. Black Marcy Bolster Sarah Book Elaine O. Brabham Cindy C. Brams Sara B. Breibart Tsivia Browdy Frances Chase Leah F. Chase Susan S. Chase Nadine K. Chavin Brenda Chepenik Phyllis Cohen Rosemary (Binky) R. Cohen Sandra Conradi Amy M. Davis Heather R. Dawson Evaline Delson Patricia Ellison Evelyn Engel Sharon Feinberg Debby Feldman Shirley Feldman Toby Felton Cookie Finkelstein Lorraine Finkelstein Diana Fishman Audrey Fleishman Sharon Forman Ruth Freedenberg Marsha Freudenberg Ibis Glass Jess Glasser Lori Gleaton Missy Gold Amy Goldkin Beth Goldstein Sylvia Greene Fran Grossman Joyce Haber Frances Halio Joan Halushka Barbara Hankin Marylyn Haspel Mindy Hawkins Flo Herman Lenor Ruthe Himmelstein Mordenai R. Hirsch Toby Hirsch Elisheva N. Holub Judy Holz Christine Jablon Susan J. Jacoby Mitzi Kahn Renee Kahn Ivy Kalik Sandra Katz Phyllis G. Katzen Ellen Kay Harriet Keith Gloria Kern Nanci Kestenbaum Dorothy Kipnis Ashley S. Kirshtein Janet B. Kolender Katherine Kraft Linda Krawcheck Peggy Krawcheck Townie Krawcheck Amy Kronsberg Rita B. Kurtz Betty H. Lancer

Dorothy H. Lancer Debbie Lash Teri B. Lash Brenda Y. Lederman Jill S. Levy Jeanne Lichtman Terry Linker Evelene Livingston Marjorie L. Lynch Ruthie Major Judy G. Markowitz Sharon Martin Janet F. Masonberg Jane Mendelsohn Rhetta Mendelsohn Doris F. Meyers Teri New Cynthia Nirenblatt Rhonda F. Nossokoff Fay Novit Grabin Allison Nussbaum Claire K. Nussbaum Christine L. Olasov Ruth Oser Rory G. Parsley Betty Pearlman Cynthia Pearlman Janet E. Pearlman Sonja K. Pearlman Leah G. Pinosky Robin Poliakoff Rachel Raisin Lynn Reichlyn Yvonne Rephan Sydney S. Richman Hilary Rieck Susan N. Rieder Brenda M. Rosen Anita R. Rosenberg Marcelle S. Rosenberg Debbie Rothschild Arlene Rovick Cathy H. Rovick Dora Rovick Edie Rubin Lynn Rundbaken Rochelle Rutledge Terry Schuyler Barbara Schwartz Sandra K. Schwartz Lucy Segal Carla Seitz Marcia Shealey Susie Sheftel Joann Sherman Phyllis Shorago Dunlap Silver Gail Silverman Ruth B. Silverman Carole Slotchiver Mary Anne Snyder Eve Sokol Appel Rita N. Solomon Heather Speizman Eleanor Spicer Reuben Karen Stark Jane Steele Ann Stein Rebecca Steinberg Muriel Stillman P.Z. Streit Sarah Swingle Lila Trussler Janice K. Turner Karen Ullian Judy Volkman Pat Votava Susan Warshaw-Garfinkle Laurie Waters Tammy Weintraub Paige Williams

Betsy Wolper Ruth K. Wurtzel Mindelle Ziff $1-$99 Anonymous (4) Leah Abramson Caitlin Adelson Sofia Agrest Jennet Alterman Susan Altman Helen Antman Sharon Applebaum Sandra Archambault Rosalie Arnoff Barbara S. Baker Debra P. Baker Irene Baker Pearl C. Baker Rhoda Baker Delphine Barnett Sharon Becker Muriel Bellow Carrie Ben-Yisrael Zhenya Berenboim Charlye E. Berlin Joan Berlinsky Frieda G. Bernstein MaryDeann Bernstein Faye Bernstein Schupbach Denise L. Berry Sharon Binder Sally Bornfleth Helen C. Brandenberg H. Sandra Bregman Flo Breibart Amy Brewer Ronna Bridges Penny Bronshtein Harriett Brown Heidi Brown Judy Carle Donna Cash Laura Chandler Diane Chard Caroline Cohen Julie E. Cohen Robyn M. Cohen Shira Cohen Tamara Conner Susan Coomer Maria Cordrey Pam Coyle Sandy De Antonio Sarah Deitsch Phyllis Doobrow Michelle Duenas Lauren Dumas Kim Dye Sheila Edelson Beth Elmaleh-Stapleton Bari Engel Ann Epstein Susan Epstein Beth Epstein-Matenaer Gertrude Evans Sarah Evans Karen Fedder Joan Feldman Beverly Finkel Linda Finkelstein Sarah Finkelstein Susan Firetag Becky Fisher Rochelle Fisher Missee Fox Barbara Frisch Marcelle Furchgott Myra Gabel Jennie Garfinkel Louise Gartenberg

Roberta Gifford Irene Gilbert Sherry Gilston Bryson Samantha Goldberg Elise C. Goldberg-Hyatt Judith L. Goldsmith Brenda Goldstein Lynn Gorod Sandra Grauer Patricia Greenberg Adina Gross Lisa Grossman Mari Guarneri Arlene Harris Mary Ann Heath Susan Heidenberg Madeline Hershenson Deborah Hirshhorn Daphne Hubara Lynn S. Hunsinger Pearl Hyman Enid Idelsohn Marty L. Jackson Jan G. Jacobson Sondra Jaffe Dolly Jaffee Teri S. Kahn Judy Kaiser Amanda Kalinsky Jennifer Kalinsky Phillis Kalisky-Mair Ruth Kaplan Diane Katz Amy Kirshtein Carolyn J. Klitzner Sonya Knee Maria Kogan Judy Kramer Lora Kratzok Marsha Y. Kronick Rachel Kronick Rothbart Cindy Kupferman Marilyn Laken Barbara Langston Esther Lapin Adel Lazarus Aasta Lefcourt Abby Leibowitz Heather Leiterman Evie Lenoff Pam Leonard Nancy Lerner Abigail M. LeRoy Charlotte Levine Jane Levis Alice Levkoff Charlotte P. Libater Mary P. Littman Linda S. Lombard Gabrielle Lynch Millie Maier Dianne Mandel Lydia Mandel Victoria Manigault Michelle Mayers Elizabeth Meyers Jane Meyerson Ganna Mikulinskiy Marcia Miller Julie Moody Samantha Moody Rachel Morley Beth Neboschick Julie Niess Jane Norris Tara Novit Eve Olasov Faye Olasov Lucinda Olasov Donna Orner Eva Oxler

Sheryl Parkman Lauren E. Parsley Avery R. Perlitz Sandra P. Perlitz Blyma Pilat Allison Pinosky Claudia Pollack Mindy Popowski Ruth Posner Jacki M. Powell Janet Price Betty A. Quiat Julia Rabhan Barbara Radinsky Ruth Redick Carol Rice Rhonda Richards Natalie Riley Judy Rivkind Deborah Rodriguez Sara Beth Rosen Marcia Rosenberg Dale Rosengarten Lu Ann Rosenzweig Lorin Rothberg Judith Rubin Gail Rubinstein Jean Rudich Kristi M. Ryba Marilyn Sagel Evelyn L. Sarasohn Joanne Schwartz Leslie Schwartz Lynda Schwartz Blanche C. Seifstein Faye Seigel Margaret Seres Louise Sexton Deborah Shapiro Katherine Shapiro Marlene Shulman Mira Shulmanovitch Bonnie Silverberg Mildred G. Silverman Naomi Simon Phyllis Slesinger Stacey Slotchiver Galina Smolkin Libby Soffar Fay R. Solomon Harriet Stein Muriel Stern Lois Sugarman Chana Sytner Shoshanna Szuch Irene G. Taradash Jac Tepper Bootsie Terry Christine Toporek Courtney Toporek Deborah P. Toporek Celia Toubiana Inessa Tsveer Lyudmila Tsveer Frances Ullian Sharon Bennett Want Ruth G. Watkins Sally Weil Dorothy M. Weiner Trudi Weiner Olga Weinstein Sara Weinstein Susan Weintrob Beth Welling Miriam Wilchanovsky Sidni Yelman

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Commitment to Community: Becoming a Lion of Judah The Charleston Jewish community is fortunate to have many amazing women as active volunteers and role models in our community, and Roxann Spandorfer is one of those women. Earlier this year, Roxann took the generous challenge of Anita Zucker, one of our community’s most amazing women, and became a Lion of Judah. Roxann, originally from Greensboro, North Carolina, is a graduate of the University of Georgia Pharmacy School. She practiced pharmacy for nearly 10 years before moving to Charleston from Atlanta in

1998 with her husband Michael. The couple has two wonderful children: Adam, 18, and Jake, 16. Having given to the Federation’s Annual Campaign since moving here, Roxann was familiar with the CJF and how it supports Jews locally, in Israel and around the world. When asked what inspired her to give a leadership gift of a Lion of Judah this year, Roxann shared that “after many conversations with different people, I felt I needed to step up and really commit to our community. Looking into and thinking about becoming a Lion, I came across things

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that I saw were so important to me. Being a Lion is a symbol of today’s Jewish women’s strength, a symbol of caring about the Jewish world we live in. This program brings together Jewish women of all ages and walks of life, in order to play an essential role in creating social justice, healing the sick, feeding the hungry, preserving human dignity and building Jewish identity. Most importantly, Anita Zucker’s pledge to help those who choose to become a Lion made it possible for me to wear a Lion pin – a symbol of passion and commitment.” And passion she has. When asked what she is most passionate about, Roxann responded, “Whether it’s teaching someone to read or putting a can of food in a collection bin, being a part of helping is my passion. The only way to make a difference in the world is by doing.” Roxann is indeed making a difference in the world through her gift to the CJF’s Annual Campaign, and

Anita Zucker’s Lion of Judah Challenge • The first year, you contribute $2,500 to the Charleston Jewish Federation Annual Campaign, and Anita will match your gift with $2,500, making you a Lion of Judah. • The second year, you contribute $4,000 to the Annual Campaign, and Anita will supplement the gift with $1,000, again making you a Lion’s of Judah.

she recognizes that: “Giving to the CJF Annual Campaign helps provide so much support for our Jewish community; it is my duty to give. For me, Judaism is not

only a religion; it is my familyhood.” Thank you, Roxann, for your commitment to your Jewish family all over the world.

• The third year, you contribute the full $5,000 gift, which is a leadership gift of a Lion of Judah, and which will make a huge impact for our Jewish community locally, in Israel and around the world. There are still 4 Lion of Judah Challenges available. Call today, 843.571.6565.

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Benefits Establishes a lasting legacy in your name Provides future resources for organizations that are important to you Structured to best meet your financial and charitable goals Offers tax benefits for you and/or your estate Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment (PACE) continues your gift to the Federation beyond your lifetime. Through the Jewish Endowment Fund, a PACE gift acknowledges your lifelong involvement with our community. Your name lives on and serves as a reminder to your family and friends of the Jewish values you hold dear. Each year, your fund will provide an annual gift to the Federation in your name to help when and where it is most needed.

You can create a Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment or Lion of Judah Endowment during your lifetime. Once established, you choose the best way and time to fund your endowment. It can be now or in the future. This allows you and your family to receive the maximum personal and financial benefits that best fit your situation.

Let your tzedakah work for you and your community. Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) is the endowment component of the Women’s Philanthropy Lion of Judah Program. It recognizes that Jewish women have always been at the forefront in setting standards for philanthropic giving. Every woman with an annual campaign gift of $5,000 or more is eligible to establish a LOJE. The LOJE, named for the donor, requires a minimum funding level of $100,000. This ensures the continuation of the donor’s Lion of Judah annual campaign gift.

A PACE or LOJE can be created through a bequest, a gift of life insurance, a charitable gift annuity or other charitable options that meet your needs. Your financial advisor or estate planner can help you determine what works best for you. The staff at the Charleston Jewish Federation is also available to answer your questions. Call 843.571.6565 for more information.

Every Lion of Judah creating a LOJE is recognized with the addition of the prestigious Or L’Atid or Light unto the Future, a flame added to their Lion of Judah pin. This flame is a public affirmation to their children and community of her generous spirit and commitment to future generations.

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[ jcc contributions ]

Design generously donated by Teri Lash

In Honor Of:

Mimi Goer, a Happy birthday: Faye Rones Florence Albert, a Happy birthday: Faye Rones Nathan Garinkle, a special Happy 90th birthday: Toby Hirsch; Oskar Hirsch Charleston JCC 2011 Macabbi athletes, Good luck & have a wonderful time in Israel: Phyllis & Marvin Katzen Nina & Stan Hoffman, Mazel Tov on daughter Amanda’s graduation from college: Judi & Ted Corsaro Sharon Hox, a Speedy recovery: Judi Corsaro Marilyn Hoffman, a Speedy recovery: Marilyn’s Dinner Group Cindy & Joe Brams, Mazel Tov on son Ben’s graduation from high school: Judi & Ted Corsaro Marsha & Bill Golod’s 50th wedding anniversary: Rita & Artie Kurtz In Memory Of:

Raymond Rosenblum, beloved husband, father & grandfather of Sandra Lee Rosenblum & family: Marilyn Hoffman; Rhalda & Ralph Kahn; Toby Hirsch; Oskar Hirsch JCC Building Fund In Honor Of:

Donald Barkowitz, a Speedy recovery: Carolyn & Neil Draisin Marilyn Hoffman, a Speedy recovery: Carolyn & Neil Draisin Max Hellman, a Speedy recovery: Carolyn & Neil Draisin In Memory Of:

Days: Sunday Time: 7:00pm Location: Charleston ‘J’ Fee: $18/person Includes two drink tickets & snacks Tickets will be $25 after 8/12

Contact Ronneca Watkins at 843.571.6565 x 308 or ronnecaw@charlestonjcc.org

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Contact Ronneca Watkins, 843.571.6565 x 308 or ronnecaw@charlestonjcc.org.

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This year Wescott Plantation is the hosting venue, so join us on the greens for a fun-filled day. Play a round of golf while supporting a good cause. There will be a dinner and awards reception immediately following the tournament.

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Membership Special $499 Annual

Become a Member today! Contact our Membership Director, B. Jay Novit, for more information 843.571.6565 or bernardn@charlestonjcc.org. You can also visit us online at www.charlestonjcc.org.

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[ letters from our jcc program directors ] Ronneca Watkins JCC Assistant Executive Director

Shalom Ya’ll! WOW-what a summer our JCC campus had this year! I STILL can’t believe how fast the time went by but you know what they say, time flies when you’re having fun! First, I want to congratulate Tamar Sternfeld, Makala Boscowski, Alexis Bailey, and Mindy Hawkins on an incredible job with Camp Baker. Camp Baker was all about offering high quality programming while keeping our campers safe and HAPPY. Everyday I was encouraged to see counselors ready to go and campers excited to tell me about their adventures. If you missed out on camp this summer, I strongly encourage you to check out ‘J’ Care and our great Children’s Programming this fall as I know that JCC is definitely going to be the place to be. The JCC hosted another successful City Wide Swim Meet in partnership with CCAA in July. I’m so proud of the leadership that Coach Brittany Fieldson and Coach Moshe Bielsky displayed as they coached and led the JCC Starfish to a victory for their last meet of the season. For the first time in several years we had a great showing at City-Wide with eligible swimmers. I hope that you will join us at the JCC on Sunday, September 4 at 7pm for the JCC Fantasy Island Party. Phyllis Katzen and Sandra Perlitz are heading up this event and this is a party you don’t want to miss!

Lauren Dumas JCC Sports, Wellness & Aquatics Director

I cannot believe Summer is almost over! And what a summer we had here at the JCC. Camp Baker was SO much fun and all the campers had a blast learning and perfecting their swimming skills in the Pearlstine pool. If you haven’t signed your child up for swimming lessons, you still have time to do so, as the pool does not close until Labor Day. Please visit our website for more information. It’s also time to start thinking about Fall sports for your child! We are offering soccer, tennis lessons, basketball clinics and volleyball clinics. Stop by the JCC today or call me for more information! Our zumba classes are a big hit. Take advantage of zumba in the water while the pool is still open- through September but always remember we offer “land” zumba year round with two instructors.

Louise Petkov JCC Senior Director

What is it that determines how we treat our Senior members here at the JCC? Is it a reflection of our cultural heritage or is it a reflection of the American attitude? In the past, our elders were considered valuable community members to be consulted, respected, held in high esteem and encouraged to contribute to the household and community at large. This gave their lives meaning and MADE them useful. As they aged, elders were kept in the home. Children knew their grandparents. These children learned valuable lessons about life, aging and death from watching the process directly. Today the word “Senior” doesn’t imply wisdom or worth, it describes an old person who qualifies for discounts. “Senior” too often infers nonproductive, a burden or a person to be politely patronized. Many are not regarded enough to be integrated into a family unit. They live alone, never knowing their grandchildren. When they become too much of a burden, they are encouraged to move to the human warehouse for the “good of all”. They comply out of guilt. Out of sight, out of mind. If you are thinking “What’s wrong with this?”- THINK again. We can do better than this with our Elder members at the JCC! They are a valuable resource that are cherished, encouraged to interact and to be involved. All of them have a lot to give. Some of them need a little help. This what the JCC community is about - supporting one another throughout all the stages of our lives spiritually, emotionally, physically, financially? What does the JCC offer to support their Elders? If you have a talent - share it, if you have love - offer comfort, if you have resources –give. YOU can find a way to touch the life of an Elder.

B. Jay Novit JCC Membership Director

Tamar Sternfeld JCC Youth, Family & Camp Director

“There are big ships and small ships. But the best ship of all is friendship.”  What a great summer we had at Camp! New friendships, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime all happened this summer at Camp Baker! Did you miss out on the fun? Want your Camp experience to last a little bit longer? Post Camp is happening from August 8-19th! Join in the fun! Call me today at 843.571.6565 x 307 to join in. There are still a few spaces available.   Babysitting is coming to the Charleston JCC! Starting Sept. 5, we will be offering Babysitting from 8 am-12 pm and again from 6pm -8pm, Monday-Thursday and from 9 am-1 pm on Sundays. For more information, contact me at 843-571-6565 x307 or tamars@charlestonjcc.org

What an incredible summer at the JCC! Seeing all of the kids running around, having a good time at Camp Baker was so much fun. Now that summer is coming to a close and school is starting, it is time to start planning for the school year. Do you know what your kids are doing after school this year? The JCC offers several great after school options for children. Don’t forget that members save on all of our great after school programs. Not a member yet? Do not worry. We are running a back to school special in August and September. New members can join the JCC for only $499. That’s an annual savings of over $200 off our regular monthly family price. Now is the perfect time to join the Charleston ‘J.’ Not only will you save on all of our great programming, but you will also have unlimited use of all of our facilities. Stop by the JCC today to take a tour and learn more about becoming a JCC member.

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The Charleston Jewish Community Center would like to thank our 2011 CCAA City-Wide Sponsors and Volunteers for their time and support.

See you at the ‘J”! Ronneca

Don’t forget to place your order for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur food orders. See insert in this month’s edition of the Charleston Jewish VOICE.

When the school day is done, the ‘J’ Care program begins! Our experienced, caring and compassionate staff prepares activities daily to best serve your children. ‘J’ Care follows the CCPS calendar and we will accomodate your child’s school calendar too!

Did you know? We also now offer babysitting! Bring your children ages 6weeks - 12 years old.

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Contact Tamar Sternfeld at 843.571.6565 x 307 or tamars@charlestonjcc.org

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AUGUST Monday, August 1

Av 1 Camp Baker Session 4 8:30am

Tuesday, August 2

Av 2 Camp Baker Session 4 8:30am REMEMBER Cmte. Mtg. 7:00pm

Wednesday, August 3

Av 3 Camp Baker Session 4 8:30am

Thursday, August 4

Av 4 Camp Baker Session 4 8:30am

Friday, August 5

Av 5 Camp Baker Session 4 8:30am KKBE Congregational Dinner 5:45pm Candlelighting 7:58pm

Saturday, August 6

Av 6 KKBE Sisterhood Paid Member Event 6:30pm E-E Mincha & Maariv Service 7:30pm Shabbat Ends 9:00pm

Sunday, August 7

Av 7 E-E Sisterhood Education Day 9:30am AHA Monkey Joe’s Playdate 10:00am ZSPN Basketball 12:30pm

Monday, August 8

Av 8 Camp Baker Post Camp 1 7:30am

Addlestone Hebrew Academy Announces Free/Reduced Meal Policy for Upcoming School Year Addlestone Hebrew Academy is pleased to announce its affiliation with the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program for the period July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. For information on program eligibility requirements or to receive an application, please contact Addlestone Hebrew Academy, 1639 Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407, phone 843-571-1105.

Tuesday, August 9

Av 9 Camp Baker Post Camp 1 7:30am JCRC Israel Activism Task Force Mtg. 7:00pm

Wednesday, August 10

Av 10 Camp Baker Post Camp 1 7:30am

Thursday, August 11

Av 11 Camp Baker Post Camp 1 7:30am E-E Finance Mtg. 6:00pm

Friday, August 12

Monday, August 22

Av 22 BSBI Board Meeting 5:30pm

Tuesday, August 23 Av 23 JCRC Orientation/ Kick-Off Mtg. 7:00pm

Wednesday, August 24 Av 24 AHA First Day of School (K-8) 8:00am E-E Religious School Orientation 4:00pm

Av 12 Camp Baker Post Camp 1 7:30am KKBE Rhinofest – CHARLEY’s Jewish Music Kallah 5:00pm Candlelighting 7:51pm

Thursday, August 25

Saturday, August 13

Av 13 E-E Anniversary Shabbat 9:30am Shabbat Ends 8:53pm

Av 26 E-E Shabbat Dinner & Scholar 6:00pm Candlelighting 7:35pm

Sunday, August 14

Saturday, August 27

Av 14 YAD Tu B’Av Party 4:00pm E-E Top Grillers Jew-B-Q 6:00pm

Monday, August 15

Av 15 Camp Baker Post Camp 2 7:30am JCA Exec. Mtg. 5:30pm JCA Board Mtg. 7:00pm

Tuesday, August 16

Av 16 Camp Baker Post Camp 2 7:30am

Wednesday, August 17

Av 17 Camp Baker Post Camp 2 7:30am YAD Board Mtg. 7:00pm

Thursday, August 18

Av 18 Camp Baker Post Camp 2 7:30am E-E Board Mtg. 7:00pm E-E Sisterhood Book Club 7:30pm

Friday, August 19

Av 19 Camp Baker Post Camp 2 7:30am Candlelighting 7:43pm

Saturday, August 20 Av 20 Shabbat Ends 8:45pm

Sunday, August 21

Av 21 E-E Sisterhood Board Mtg. 10:00am Hadassah Summer Bazaar 12:00pm Day at the J/Open House 2:00pm AHA Back to School Celebration & Orientation 5:00pm

Av 25 AHA First Day of School (ECE) 9:00am

Friday, August 26

Av 27 E-E Scholar in Residence 9:00am Shabbat Ends 8:37pm

Sunday, August 28

Av 28 E-E Religious School 9:00am CJF Connecting Jewish Women 10:00am

Sunday, September 4 Elul 5 JCC Fantasy Island Adult Party 7:00pm E-E Solomon Wedding

Monday, September 5 Elul 6 Labor Day AHA Closed

Tuesday, September 6

Elul 7 E-E University 7:00pm E-E Table Tennis 7:00pm E-E Finance Mtg. 7:00pm REMEMBER Cmte. Mtg. 7:00

SEPTEMBER Thursday, September 1 Elul 2

Friday, September 2 Elul 3 KKBE Congregational Dinner 5:45pm Candlelighting 7:26pm

Saturday, September 3 Elul 4 E-E Mincha & Maariv Service 7:30pm Shabbat Ends 8:28pm

Tuesday, September 20 Elul 21 E-E University 7:00pm E-E Table Tennis 7:00pm

Wednesday, September 21

Thursday, September 22

Friday, September 9

Friday, September 23

Elul 9

Elul 10 Candlelighting 7:17pm

Saturday, September 10

Elul 23

Elul 24 E-E Shabbat Dinner 6:00pm Candlelighting 6:58pm

Elul 11 Ava Hoffman Bat Mitzvah Shabbat Ends 8:19pm

Saturday, September 24

Sunday, September 11

Sunday, September 25

Monday, September 12

Elul 1 E-E Religious School 4:15pm AHA King David Wine/ Dessert Reception 7:00pm

Elul 20

Thursday, September 8

Tuesday, August 30

Wednesday, August 31

Monday, September 19

Elul 8 E-E Religious School 4:15pm

Wednesday, September 7

Av 29

Av 30 E-E University 7:00pm

Elul 19 E-E Sisterhood Open Board Mtg. 10:00am BSBI Congregational Mtg. 4:00pm PJ Library Donor Appreciation Event 6:00pm

Elul 22 E-E Religious School 4:15pm E-E Program: Shofar Show Good 4:15pm

Elul 12 E-E Sisterhood Men’s Club Paid-up Brunch 10:00am Dessert Reception Honoring Harold Sherman 2:00pm

Monday, August 29

Sunday, September 18

Elul 25 Shabbat Ends 8:00pm

Elul 26 JCC 14th Annual Golf Tournament 9:00am E-E Chair Party 9:00am Elie Weisel at CofC 11:00am & 4:00PM

Elul 13 JCA Exec. Mtg. 5:30pm JCA Board Mtg. 7:00pm

Monday, September 26

Tuesday, September 13

Elul 28 E-E University 7:00pm E-E Table Tennis 7:00pm

Elul 14 E-E Hazak Luncheon 12:00pm E-E University 7:00pm E-E Table Tennis 7:00pm Hadassah Opening Mtg. 7:00pm

Wednesday, September 14 Elul 15 E-E Religious School 4:15pm

Thursday, September 15

Elul 16 E-E Board Mtg. 6:30pm E-E Sisterhood Book Club 7:30pm

Elul 27

Tuesday, September 27

Wednesday, September 28 Elul 29 JCC Rosh Hashanah Food Pick-up 10:00am AHA Early Dismissal 12:00pm E-E Religious School 4:15pm Erev Rosh Hashana Candlelighting 6:51pm

Thursday, September 29

Friday, September 16 Elul 17 Candlelighting 7:08pm

Tishrei 1 AHA Closed JCC Closed Rosh Hashana Candlelighting After 7:53pm

Saturday, September 17

Friday, September 30

Elul 18 Maggie Berlin Bat Mitzvah Shabbat Ends 8:09pm

Tishrei 2 AHA Closed JCC Closed Rosh Hashana II Candlelighting 6:49pm

Charleston Congregations: Reform - Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

Rabbi Stephanie Alexander 90 Hasell Street Charleston, SC 29401 p 843.723.1090 f 843.723.0537 email: office@kkbe.org www.kkbe.org Look for us on Facebook! • Erev Shabbat Services: 8:00pm • Family Shabbat Service: 7:00pm • Shabbat Morning Services: 10:00am

Conservative Synagogue Emanu-El

Rabbi Adam Rosenbaum 5 Windsor Drive Charleston, SC 29407 p 843.571.3264 f 843.402.0844 email: emanu-el@knology.net www.emanu-el.com • Erev Shabbat Services: 6:00 pm • Shabbat Morning Services: 9:00 am • Morning Minyan Services: 7:15 am (Monday - Friday); 9:00 am (Sunday) • Evening Minyan Services: 5:30 pm (Monday - Thursday)

Orthodox - Brith Sholom Beth Israel Congregation

Rabbi Ari Sytner 182 Rutledge Avenue Charleston, SC 29403 p 843.577.6599 f 843.577.6699 email: info@bsbisynagogue.com www.bsbisynagogue.com • Morning Minyan Services: 7:00 am (Monday - Friday); 8:00 am (Sunday) • Evening Mincha/ Maariv Services: 7:00 pm (Sunday - Friday) • Shabbat Morning Services: 9:00 am • Shabbat Minchah Serves: Call BSBI office for times.

Candlelighting Times for August & September 2011 August 5 - 7:58pm August 12 - 7:51pm August 19 - 7:43pm August 26 - 7:35pm September 2 - 7:26pm September 3 - 7:17pm September 16 - 7:08pm September 23 - 6:58pm September 28 - 6:51pm September 29 - After 7:53pm September 30 - 6:49pm

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serendipity DID YOU KNOW THAT …? Rob Turkewitz helped raise awareness and funds for the American College of the Building Arts, by sponsoring the Cherubini ketch, First Light, in the Charleston to Bermuda race? His crew made it to Bermuda in 9 days, placing 2nd in the cruising class and 1st in the non-spinnaker cruising class. DID YOU HAPPEN TO SEE…? Ruth Swindell’s picture in the Charleston Artist Guild Juried Art Exhibit at the Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting Street? Jack Alterman on his Invitational Exhibition at Piccolo Spoleto? Brian Hawkins and Jasper Hawkins in the Charleston Youth Company’s Charlie Brown? Brian and Jasper are the sons of Mindy and Al Hawkins, and grandsons of Betsy and Graham Hawkins and Sally and Mickey Fischbein. Shira Cohen’s full-page advertisement for Ashley Hall in the Skirt and The Charleston Magazine? Shira is the daughter of Jody and Jeffrey Cohen, and granddaughter of Linda and David Cohen and Margie and Milton Ruben. She is the greatgranddaughter of Celia and Sol Cohen (OBM). Way to go, Shira! Travel Journalist Sharon Spence Lieb writes about Charleston for USA TODAY NEWS? See the paper’s Special Vacation Issues in August. Cindy Zimmerman and Chuck Altschul were both featured this month in the Charleston Home and Design Magazine. Rachel Epstein, daughter of Linda and Mark Epstein, in the Post & Courier, as part of the LaBarge+Partners advertising agency, one of the tenants in Flagship2, which targets businesses in the creative and technology industries? EDUCATION: Jack Bass’ granddaughter, Rachel, is graduating Phi Beta Kappa in International Studies from Johns Hopkins University. Rachel will begin teaching English in Vietnam in September. Her parents are Bonnie and David Bass of Raleigh, N.C. Congratulations to Julie Landsman on her graduation from Academic Magnet High School. She will be attending Northeastern University Honors College in the fall. She was awarded the Dean’s Scholarship and the Presidential Global Scholarship, both based on merit. She is the daughter of Barbara Landsman and (step) daughter of Chuck Jacobson, granddaughter of Louise and Art Haaker and Drs. Arnie and Teri Landsman. Jessica Baldwin, a recent graduate of the School of the Arts, daughter of Rudy and Nancy Baldwin, was one of the first three winners who received a scholarship award from the Founders of the Kickin’ Chicken West Ashley for the 2011-12 academic school year. The criteria is based on academics, community contribution, and work ethic. Mazel tov to Becca Ellison, Valedictorian of the 2010-11 graduating class of Porter-Gaud. She is the daughter of Julie and David Ellison, and granddaughter of Barbara and Haskell Ellison. Becca will attend Yale University in the fall.

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Bess Rosen, daughter of Sarah Beth and Sam Rosen, graduated from Harvard University. Rebecca Rosen, also daughter of Sarah Beth and Sam Rosen, was Salutatorian of the 2010-2011 graduating class of Ashley Hall. In the fall, Rebecca will attend Harvard University. The sisters are the granddaughters of Shifra and Jack (OBM) Rosen. Lauren Olasov, daughter of Chris and Billy Olasov, granddaughter of Faye Olasov and Sanford Olasov (OBM), graduated from Vassar College with a B.A. in Physics and as a member of Sigma Xi Honor Society. She will be working for Global Foundries in Malta, New York. This year’s graduating class of Addlestone Hebrew Academy is Jasmine Rebecca Hubara, daughter of Daphne Levin Hubara; Caroline Rose Jaffee, daughter of Dolly and David Jaffee; Shaina (Shaindel) Devorah Kirshstein, daughter of Linda and Nathan Kirshstein; Aaron Arthur Kirshtein, son of Joellen and David Kirshstein; and William Robert Weinstein, son of Sara and Mitchell Weinstein. At the exercises of AHA graduation, Jasmine Hubara received the Jeannette Solomon Toporek Award for the graduating student with the highest average in General Studies from 4th through 8th grade. William Weinstein won the Oscar Levy Memorial award for the graduating student with the highest average in Judaic studies from 4th through 8th grade. Undergraduate awards went to Elayna Gleaton, daughter of Lori and Slade Gleaton, for the 7th grade student with highest average in religious studies and general studies (The Edith Kirshtein Memorial Award) and the Rabbi Naftali Berger Memorial Award for excellence in the study of Chumash. Berlin Strange, son of Dana Berlin Strange and Kenneth Strange, received the Rabbi Samuel J. Levine Principal’s Award for the student most improved. Michael A. Risman Social Studies Award was presented to Judah Ellison, son of Deborah and Morris Ellison, honoring the middle school student who has the highest social studies average. Rachel Rosenberg, daughter of Marcie and David Rosenberg, won the Lillian and Bernie Smotriche Memorial Award voted on by Middle School faculty for displaying the interpersonal relationships with fellow students and adults, academic success, dedication to studies, school spirit and interest as well as observance of Jewish religious ritual. Maxim Fisher received the Jerry & Anita Zucker Mathematics and Science Award for demonstrating excellence in math, science, creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Maxim is the son of Heidi Brown and Seth Fisher of Sullivan’s Island. Those students of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School that graduated are Jacob Berry, son of Renee and Marty Berry, grandparents Sonia and Jerry Rothschild and Saul Berry (OBM); Nikki Berlinsky, daughter of Robin Berlinsky and Bruce Berlinsky, granddaughter of Melvyn and Joan Berlinsky; Craig Brown, son of Katie and Adam Brown, and grandson of Carol Berlin and Ed Berlin; Max Gilston, son of Michelle and Sammy Gilston, and grandson of Janet and David Gilston, and Brian Moses Hawkins, son of Mindy and Al Hawkins and grandson of Betsy and Graham

Hawkins and Sally and Mickey Fischbein.

son of Jerry Zucker (OBM).

Porter Gaud’s Class of 2011 included the following: Alexa DeAntonio, daughter of Steve and Sandi DeAntonio; Rebecca Ellison, daughter of Julie and David Ellison; Benjamin Ellison, son of Deborah and Morris Ellison; Chloe Engel, daughter of Debbie and Michael Engel; Danielle Fishman, daughter of Diana and Richard Fishman; Rachel Hawes, daughter of Sally and Vern Hawes (OBM); Allie Pinosky, daughter of Karen and Mark Pinosky; Jonathan Solomon, son of Joan Solomon and Zachary Solomon; and Adam Spandorfer, son of Roxanne and Michael Spandorfer.

Mazel tov to Sue and Andy Rothberg on the engagement of their daughter, Lorin Renee, to Mark-Anthony Paul Lynch of Mount Pleasant.

Ashley Hall 2011 graduates were Rebecca Rosen, daughter of Sarah Beth and Sam Rosen and Rachel Kirshtein, daughter of Ashley and Michael Kirshtein. The confirmands from Emanu-El are Sierra Debrow, daughter of Alli and Scott Debrow, Abby Mandel, daughter or Lydia and Adam Mandel, Ben Gilbert, son of Irene and Mitch Gilbert, and Jake Spandorfer, son of Roxann and Michael Spandorfer, Mazel tov to you all! KKBE’s 5771 Confirmands are Lillian Alterman, daughter of Marsha & Douglas Alterman, Stephanie Bolster, daughter of Marcy Bolster & John DiMuzio, Eric Davidson, son of Andrew & Kathryn Davidson, Joshua Glass, son of Benjamin & Janice Glass, Rachel Kupferman, daughter of Seth & Cynthia Kupferman, Molly Leff, daughter of Daniel & Sharon Leff, Elizabeth Levi, daughter of Amnon & Jane Levi, Sammy Kunitz-Levy, son of Seth Levy & Heidi KunitzLevy, Isabel Strobing, daughter of Frank & Claudia Strobing, and Jacob Weiner, son of Beth Weiner. Joseph Fox graduated from the Darla Moore School of Business at USC with honors. He will begin the Sherwin Williams training program this month. Parents are Missee and Charles Fox and grandparents Joan and Maurice Fox. Michael Friedman, son of Bonnie and Eric Friedman, was accepted to and will be attending Yeshiva University in New York this fall. Dr. Eliza Agrest Varadi, wife of Vladimir Varadi, mother of Daniel and Gabriella, and daughter of Rosalita and Alex Agrest, passed the 2010 Board Exam in Pediatrics to become a Board Certified Pediatrician. She works in Lowcountry Pediatrics, in Goose Creek, Trident, and Summerville hospitals. She also just became a member of the SC practice partner research network which does primary care clinical research in the practice setting. ANNIVERSARIES: Nancy and Charles Banov celebrated their 55th. Special Birthdays: David Gilston, his 75th Faye Novit Grabin, her 80th Muriel Stillman, her 95th - WOW! LOVE AND MARRIAGE: Mazel tov to Anita Zucker on the engagement of her son, Jeffrey, to Jessica Gerrick. Jeffrey is the

Mazel tov to Dr. Robert Shapiro and Dr. Sarah Sandberg on their marriage May 21st. Robert is completing his residency at the University of Virginia, and Sarah is completing her residency in internal medicine at Duke University Medical Center. Robert is the son of Steven and Katherine Shapiro. AWARDS: Rachel Hunsinger, daughter of Lynn and Mark Hunsinger, received the Jefferson Service Club Award at The School of the Arts in February. She is a rising Sophomore at The School of the Arts High School and is a theatre major. There was an article about her winning the award in the Post and Courier. She won the award for her many hours of Community service: REMEMBER Committee, Kids Fair, Orange Grove Charter School, SPCA, City swim meet, Lowcountry Food Bank, Charleston Stage’s Wings program, and Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary school. Rachel is the granddaughter of Becky and John Hunsinger and Phyllis Rundbaken Shorago and Art Shorago (OBM). The award is voted on by her classmates and is given to the student who “promotes peace and citizenship in the classroom, school and community-at-large; exhibits a love of learning and excitement for new opportunities, and inspires success in others”. Julia Van Raalte, daughter of Lisa and Derk Van Raalte, was awarded the Montessorian award 4th- 6th classroom at East Cooper Montessori Classroom. The award in voted on by her classmates and is give to the student who “promotes peace and citizenship in the classroom, school and community-at-large; exhibits a love of learning and excitment for new opportunities, and inspires sucess in others”. Andrew Dubin received The Annie Leibovitz Photography Achievement Award from the American Hebrew Academy in 2011. Mazel Tov to Misha Pekar, son of Katya and Roman Pekar, for receiving an award for qualifying for the Duke TIP program. Valerie Kobrovsky, daughter of Larry and Susan Kobrovsky, who will be traveling to California for the Miss USA Pageant. Valerie is our current Miss South Carolina. Mindelle R. Ziff, President and Founder of Kaleidoscope Marketing and daughter of Anita and Ira Rosenberg, has been selected as a Fellow in the 8th Class of Liberty Fellowship South Carolina. Taking meaningful action to make SC a stronger state through heightened leadership is the focus of this two-year course for 23 SC business professionals selected from a field of 300 nominees. Mindelle is married to Loren R. Ziff and the mother of Adam, Elana and Nina Ziff and resides on Sullivan’s Island. Ellen Yampolsky, wife of Mark Yampolsky, received first place in the 2011 Piccolo Spoleto juried art exhibition. Ellen is the mother of Janna and Justin Yampolsky, as well as the daughter of Sandra and Morey Lipton.

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Synagogue Emanu-El CHARLEY Challenges Teens to Succeed Announces Kosher BBQ Competition Event (Charleston, SC) Synagogue Emanu-El announces the inaugural kosher BBQ competition in Charleston, SC. Emanu-El Top Grillers Jew-B-Que will take place on August 14, 2011, 6:00 pm at Synagogue Emanu-El, 5 Windsor Drive, Charleston, SC 29407. “We are excited to introduce Charleston to kosher BBQ. This is the first event of its kind in Charleston and anyone who loves BBQ will want to be involved either as a contestant or a voter,” says Laura Zucker, event coordinator. “We invite you to come out to experience superior cuisine for a great cause.” The evening will consist of a full meal including the BBQ competition, sides, cocktails, appetizers, entertainment and a silent auction. Upon arrival each guest will receive a token to vote for their favorite “grill master” and have the option to buy more tokens during the cocktail hour in order to ensure that their favorite grill master wins. Competition categories are beef ribs and chicken. Contestants can enter by emailing emanuelgrills@gmail.com or contact the Synagogue office at 571-3264 and must do so by August 8, 2011, since space is limited. Contestants will be allotted time in the kitchen to prepare, marinate and grill. All needed supplies will be provided by Synagogue Emanu-El and cooking will take place on-site to comply with kosher food preparation. All non-competition food will be catered. The following sponsorship opportunities are available:

• Platinum Level ($1,000): Name will be displayed on all event collateral and a table, a table during the event, flyers, banners and mailers, 10 tickets (a full table), and 5 event aprons. • Gold Level ($500): Name on flyers, banners, mailers, on a grill station during the event, 4 tickets, 2 event aprons. • Silver Level ($250): Name on all flyers, banners, mailers and 2 tickets. • Tickets are $50 per person. Space is limited so please RSVP to the Synagogue at 571-3264 by August 8th • Contestant entry fee is $50 per team (limit 5 people per team)

For more information about the event, and if you are interested in sponsorship, please contact Laura Zucker at emanuelgrills@gmail.com.or the Synagogue office at 571-3264.

informal Jewish education is one of the most effective ways for teens to learn to be responsible, responsive adults, active in their Jewish communities. CHARLEY members learn to be leaders, growing from both our successes and our CHARLEY is the Temple Youth Group at failures. We have a democratically elected board Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE) and so much that plans and manages all events. Members more. We are also members of the Southern design their own events and experiences, Area Region (SAR) of the North American from programming to social action, worship Federation of Temple Youth, which is the youth and music. The Temple Youth Advisor, Robin movement of the Union for Reform Judaism. Shuler, serves as a sounding board and safety Our membership is open to all Jewish teens in net. the community, from the 8th grade through the Actively involved in our greater KKBE family, 12th grade, regardless of synagogue affiliation we make latkes for the congregational Chanukah or membership. It is our hope that someday, all dinner, and create and lead the service that Jewish teens in Charleston will enjoy spending follows. We help KKBE’s Sisterhood clean time together in thoughtful, exciting Jewish up after their Bazaar, and our Brotherhood programming. decorate the Sukkah. We serve as madrichim in Teens involved in youth groups are connected our Religious School and during the High Holy to their Judaism in meaningful, experiential Days, we offer participatory services, not just for ways. Research indicates that this type of

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Hadassah News Summer is here and the living is easy in Charleston. We hope you are on the Charleston Chapter Hadassah email list to get our monthly newsletter Byte-Size. Not on it? We can fix that – just send your email information to HadassahCharleston@ gmail.com. If you missed our elegant installation of the 2011/2012 Board, you can take a look at the gallery of officers in the picture. Our chapter thrives on participation from ALL our members – and we’d love some of our new members to get better acquainted. To volunteer, contact Sharon Hox at 971-6116 or email HadssahCharleston@ gmail.com. Everyone is invited to our Hadassah programs this summer. We will hold our Second Annual Summer-Pick-Me-Up Bazaar on Sunday, August 21 from 12-3 at Synagogue Emanu-El. VENDORS NEEDED! All vendors welcome – the only pre-requisite is being a Hadassah Member or Associate. Contact Sharon Hox (971-6116) for details. Yum Yum --- Come to our Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, September 4 from 8-10am at Applebee’s at 1859 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. For advance tickets, contact Joann Sherman at 884-8987. The Opening Meeting is always an exciting program. This meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13, 7-9pm. Location and speaker will be announced….watch your mail. Women-to-Women, our study group, will start its new program after the High Holy Days. The group meets monthly, alternating between West Ashley and Mt. Pleasant. This past year we learned about Jewish Foremothers in the book Written Out of History. This 2011/2012 program is still under consideration – so if you want to be part of this group and have an idea for a great topic to take us through the year. Contact us at HadassahCharleston@gmail.com. Celebrate 100 Years of Hadassah with a $100 Lifetime enrollment. This centennial opportunity runs through December 31, 2012. Everyone is equal – it is $100 for women, men and children. Consider this a gift from Hadassah – and make it a gift to yourself or your loved ones. Join the more than 22,000 new Hadassah members and associates. To sign up, contact Bonnie Silverberg at 556-5670 or email us. PLEASE EMAIL US WITH ANY COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS, DONATIONS, OR REQUESTS AT HADASSAHCHARLESTON@GMAIL. COM.

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Tips for a Successful School Year As the new school year approaches, no matter the age of our children, we worry about their success. Who will Liz’s teachers be? How can I help Sara’s grades improve in spelling or math? Will Ted have good friends? During these wonderfully warm and relaxing days, there is much we can do and plan to support our children’s success in the year to come. Here are a few tips to help guarantee a successful school year. 1. READ:

Whether you are reading to your children or they are reading independently, reading is the single best way to improve all areas of academics. Talk about the books or articles you are reading—parents are the role models for their children in all that they do, including reading. 2. TIMELINESS:

Create an organization each morning that works for your family so that you can get to school on time. The few minutes each morning that give children time to greet their friends and teachers, say goodbye to parents, and give themselves moments to think about the day ahead become more crucial as students become independent and academics more complex.

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3. POSITIVE VIBES:

Our children can tell when we are anxious. When we greet them at the end of the school day or after work with a worried look, we are nonverbally asking, “What went wrong today?” Affirming our children’s strengths and possibilities will help them continue to persevere, even when the going is challenging now or in the future. 4. PRAISE:

Give your children positive reinforcement for their hard work, not for the grades or prizes they receive. We may not always win first place or receive an A, but taking the queue from many successful individuals, determination is key: “The harder I work, the luckier I get.” [Samuel Goldwyn] 5. RESPONSIBILITY:

Give your children responsibilities at home. Chores such as setting the table, cleaning up their toys, or as they mature, jobs such as babysitting, mowing the lawn or helping at a community activity help children feel that they contribute to the family or community. Working with others helps social interactions, trying out new skills and self-esteem. 6. GOALS:

What are your goals for your child? At one coffee that I gave this year, I asked parents of young children this very question. Almost

all stated they wanted their children to be good and responsible people, filled with compassion for others. As challenges and concerns crop up during the year, come back to this goal. Did the science fair project I did for my son really help him learn responsibility? Did my request not to have my daughter interact with another student give her compassion for another? Did speaking against my daughter’s teacher in front of her make me a good role model? Show her how I avoid Lashon HaRah (gossip). Going back to our goals puts the day-today events into perspective. 7. LISTEN:

Whether on a walk, drying the dishes or riding in the car, unstructured moments are often the best for your children to share what is on their minds. Before jumping to

share, direct or criticize, listening sets up the lines of communication for the future, helps children try out ideas and let us learn more about our children. 8. ENJOY:

Our children grow up quickly. What may seem irritating when 2 or 4 or 14, becomes simply part of growing up, often fading away. While we don’t want to ignore serious concerns [and should consult appropriate professionals for help if truly concerned], we want to enjoy each stage of our children’s growth. Laugh at the silly jokes of your 6 year old, listen to your 12 year old’s favorite music and you may be lucky enough when your children are 30 or 40, to continue to enjoy a warm and close relationship with them.

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NCSY’s Southern Region Relaunches NCSY Chapter in Charleston, SC This coming fall, NCSY Southern is relaunching one of the oldest NCSY chapters in the county, Charleston, SC. Jason Daniels will serve as the new Chapter Advisor and will be responsible for coordinating local programming and recruiting participants for regional conventions and international summer programs. NCSY Southern offers many highly successful informal Jewish educational programs. Bringing NCSY back into Charleston will allow high school teens to stay connected to their spiritual roots. NCSY is the international youth movement of the Orthodox Union. Todd Cohn, Regional Director of Southern NCSY, declared, “We are very excited about Jason’s arrival. His background, experience, and tremendous enthusiasm and creativity are the perfect combination for an informal educator. It is truly a great time to be in Charleston.” Jason grew up in Commack, NY, a community on Long Island, where he attended his local public school.

He was very active in youth organizations and after attending college, proceeded to study in Israel. In Israel, Jason developed a passion for working with teens and connecting them to God. Together with his wife, Amber, and daughter, Baila, Jason has recently moved back to America and taken on the role of Chapter Advisor for Charleston while simultaneously running a company he started in 2010. “We are thrilled to be given the opportunity to bring NCSY to Charleston and we are so excited to get started” says Jason. “We hope to create an environment that fosters each teen’s personal growth with the goal of exploring and enlivening his or her Jewish identity.” “NCSY is very grateful to Rabbi Ari Sytner, Rabbi of Brith Sholom Beth Israel (BSBI) in Charleston, for working so hard to make sure that Charleston’s youth get the very best that NCSY has to offer,” says Todd Cohn. For more information or to contact Jason Daniels, e-mail jason@eyecarepro.net or call 516-532-5311.

National Council of Jewish Women Charleston Section Gail Silverman -

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On June 12, 2011, National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) held its annual paid-up membership event, installation of officers and recognition of volunteers at The Tides on Folly Beach. We were treated to a wonderful Musical Revue – The Flip Flop Follies, directed by Terry Schildcrout. Our Folly Dollies, Linda Chavis, Bobbie Cohn, Sarah Finkelstein, Cynthia Greene, Helen James, Barbara Schwartz and Sandra Schwartz joined Terry in a delightful morning of singing, dancing and comedy. Special thanks goes to our pianist Benny John Plasencia Ruiz for providing the beautiful music. After the entertainment, Faye Seigel installed the new officers in a truly meaningful ceremony. The incoming officers for 2011 – 2013 are:

Gail Silverman – President Marsha Greenhill – Vice President/ Education & Public Affairs Marlene Denemark – Vice President/ Membership Nancy Weiner – Vice President/ Ways and Means Sarah Finkelstein – Vice President/ Community Service & Past President Jan Brewton – Treasurer Leni Garfunkel – Financial Secretary Cynthia Greene – Recording Secretary Judy Volkman – Corresponding Secretary

The Charleston Section remains true to the Mission and Principles of NCJW. The National Council of Jewish Women is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms. An example of our local dedication to these values is the recent recognition of the Charleston Section at the NCJW National Convention in Dallas, Texas with a special showcase award for the success of our local Domestic Violence Program and initiatives. Sarah Finkelstein, our outgoing president, and Linda Chavis accepted the award on behalf of the Charleston Section. This valuable program will be continued. It is a great time to get involved. NCJW – Charleston Section is planning for an exciting, upcoming year. If you are interested in joining or renewing your membership, please call or email: Marlene Denemark (843-442-4496) or mdenemark@comcast.net, or Dr. Evaline Delson (843-324-4321) or doc_delson@yahoo.com for membership information.

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What’s Coming Up Glenn Beck’s Restoring Courage Rally at Jewish Studies from Jerusalem to Air at Local Restaurant Eileen Joyce

Jewish Studies Program — Fall 2011 Courses Fall classes start on Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at the College of Charleston. South Carolina residents who are over 60 years old are eligible to enroll in regular College of Charleston courses on a space-available basis for a fee of $25 for the semester. Permission of the instructor is required for Jewish Studies courses. Call 843.953.5620 for senior registration information. Monday Nights at Jewish Studies Reading Hebrew-Instructors: Shula Holtz and Tsipi Wagner Mondays, August December 5, 2011 6:40pm

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Levin Library and Arnold Hall Jewish Studies Center Reading Hebrew is an informal, weekly course to teach students how to read Hebrew. It is aimed at beginners. The focus is reading, not language comprehension. Participants are requested to attend all class meetings. Registration is not required and is free of charge, but cannot be taken for college credit. There will be a small charge for the text used in each class. The sessions are weekly 75-minute classes, taught by native Hebrew speakers. Shula Holtz has been teaching the class since its inception and will teach Reading Hebrew 1. Tsipi Wagner is a veteran to teaching Hebrew and will teach Reading Hebrew 2. Jewish Choral Society Mondays, August 29 – December 5, 2011 7:00-9:00pm Arnold Hall and Levin Library, Jewish Studies Center Rehearsals begin for another semester of the Jewish Choral Society, under the direction of Madeline Hershenson. Come join other community members in singing Sephardic

music, cantorial chants, contemporary Israeli music, Israeli folk songs, traditional songs from Eastern Europe, and Yiddish and Ladino music. New singers are welcome. No experience necessary. Of course, rehearsals include refreshments.

News Jewish Studies Major Initiated at the College of Charleston In the spring of 2011, the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education approved the College of Charleston’s application for a baccalaureate program in Jewish Studies. Beginning this fall, we are offering South Carolina’s first and only Jewish Studies major, and one of only a handful in the Southeast. The Jewish Studies program has offered a minor since 1990 and has steadily grown in recent years—quadrupling the number of enrolled students since 2006. In 2010-11 there were nearly 500 students in 17 sections of Jewish Studies courses. The goal of the Jewish Studies major is to enable students to understand the diversity and complexity of the Jewish experience. Students will acquire a sophisticated understanding of the historical, religious, philosophical, literar y, sociological, and linguistic components that constitute the Jewish experience, as well as an armory of interpretative and analytical skills that can be applied within and across a broad range of disciplines. The program includes the Zucker/Goldberg Center for Holocaust Studies, and each year hosts a distinguished faculty member to occupy the Norman and Gerry Sue Arnold Visiting Chair. This semester Professor Allan Nadler of Drew University will be the Distinguished Visiting Chair in Jewish Studies.

Glenn Beck’s Restoring Courage Rally will be held on August 24 in Jerusalem, and a local group, the GLENN BECK’S RESTORING 9-12 Project, will be hosting a showing of the rally that same day. The 9-12 Project is a volunteer nonCOURAGE RALLY-VIEWING partisan group dedicated to restoring communities back to the unity felt on 9/12/01 through 9 principles When: August 24 and 12 values (to see the principles and values, visit www.the912-project.com). Mr. Beck’s belief in the Where: Point Grill centrality of Israel as the keystone of Western civilization led him to organize this event held at the Time: 6:00pm ancient remains of the second Temple. The rally is intended to increase support for Israel and to bolster courage as we face severe threats from those who would destroy her and the United States. Mr. Beck, Advanced seating may be who addressed the Knesset on July 11, will be joined by notables including a delegation led by Senator Joe reserved at restoringcouragecharleston@yahoo.com. Lieberman. The speech may be accessed at www.glennbeck.com. The event will take place at Point Grill, 176 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant on August 24. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Mr. Beck’s show, taped from Jerusalem the previous Sunday, will be aired at 7:00 pm, and the actual Restoring Courage rally held earlier Wednesday in Jerusalem will be aired at 8:00 pm. A $5 admission includes light hors d’oeuvres and beverages; there will be no charge for 8:00 arrivals. The Point’s dinner menu will also be available. Contributions to Magen David Adom will be accepted.

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