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Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool sees endings and beginnings By MOLLY SWEET
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Last month marked the end of the 2013-2014 school year for Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool students. For the returning students it will be a seemingly quick summer before they return to the school to resume their preschool experiences. Other students are graduating and moving on to the next stage of their education. “Oh the places they’ll go!” states Dr. Seuss. All students, regardless of where they will end up in the fall, were recognized for their achievements and growth throughout the school year in a series of end-of-
the-year ceremonies. The ceremony was quite nostalgic for the junior kindergarten classes. Students prepared a musical program for their parents and teachers and presented a slideshow of photographs from the eventful year. The ceremony provided an opportunity for students, parents and teachers to reflect on the growth that each child had made through the year. As a token of appreciation for all of their hard work, each student was given a custom studentdesigned Michele Block Gan Yeladim T-shirt. The kindergarten graduation ceremony was also sentimental. Throughout the school year the
kindergarten classes intensively studied the art work of Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet, Henri Matisse, Georgia O’Keefe, Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh and Faith Ringgold. Students created their own works of art to represent impressions
of each of these artists’ styles. At the ceremony all student art pieces were displayed in a gallery show, set up in the JCA theatre for parents, students and faculty to enjoy. Kindergarten students and their parents were also given student-designed T-shirts
that read, “Everything you ever needed to know, you learned in kindergarten.” Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool teachers and administrators, although sad to say good-bye, look forward to the new and promising school year ahead.
Closing a chapter at the DuBow Preschool: a parent’s story By LYNDA GRIDLEY DuBow Preschool
Seven years ago I entered what is now known as the DuBow Preschool. I was searching for a nurturing preschool to send Eva, my then 1½-year-old daughter. Entering the school I was greeted by Shereen Canady, preschool director, and was amazed at the warmth and love
that I immediately felt. After watching my daughter play and interact in a safe, engaging and joyful environment, I knew I had found the perfect preschool for my family. I immediately enrolled her in the Doobonim (1-year-old) class. Two years later Brooke joined her sister in the preschool. Eva was now in Parparim (3-year-old) and loved showing her little sister around. Brooke got to play the big sister role when little brother Mason entered the school a few years later. Fast forward four years. Mason is graduating from the DuBow Preschool this week and will join his older sisters, yet again, this time at Martin J. Gottlieb Day School. It’s hard to believe that my tenure as a
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in the love and warmth of the preschool staff and teachers, and you’ve got the perfect combination for a caring, devoted and strong preschool. Last week one of the preschool moms I have known for years shocked me into reality by asking how I felt about graduating from the DuBow Preschool. Honestly, it shocked me into real-
izing that the end of this chapter was just around the corner. It’s a bittersweet time – sad to leave the cocoon that has provided the perfect nurturing environment, thankful and blessed to have seen my three children thrive and grow in the DuBow Preschool. And now I humbly pass the baton to the next generation of DuBow Preschool families. Enjoy!
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Jewish Java: a place to connect By Jewish Federation of Jacksonville
Our July Java will be held on Wednesday, July 2, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Village Bread Café, 10111 San Jose Blvd. It happens the first Wednesday of every month – Jewish Java. Each month brings regulars, newcomers and many people who are interested in making new friends and Jewish connections. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve lived in Jacksonville; you have an open invitation to join us anytime.
Treat yourself to a fresh breakfast, a bagel or Danish and enjoy free coffee and tea, compliments Village Bread Café. Find out the latest happenings in the community. Mark your calendars now for the first Wednesday of every month (unless there is a Jewish holiday on that date.) For more information, please contact Isabel Balotin, 904-448-5000 x 206 or shalomjax@jewishjacksonville. org. Shalom Jacksonville is a program of the Jewish Federation of Jacksonville.
Hadassah reviews books By Jacksonville Hadassah
The popular Summer Book Reviews sponsored by Jacksonville Hadassah are returning in July. This year’s lineup is as follows: Tuesday, July 8: “The Paris Architect,” written by Charles Belfore, will be reviewed by Karen Backilman. Tuesday July 15: “Jerusalem Maiden,” written by Talia Carner, will be reviewed by Aviva Kaplan.
Tuesday, July 29: “My Father’s Paradise – a Memoir,” written by Ariel Sabar, will be reviewed by Sylvia Lubliner. All book reviews will start at 11 a.m. and will be held at the Jacksonville Jewish Center, 2662 Crown Point Road. If you have any questions, contact Aviva Kaplan at 538-0225 or avivajkaplan@gmail.com. Open to the community. Please attend – and bring a friend.
BDS presentation set for July 21 Joe Hyams, CEO of Honest Reporting, will discuss the threat posed by the BDS movement (boycott, divest and sanction) at 7 p.m., Monday, July 21, at The Temple. BDS was started in 2005 by the Palestinians to force Israel to end its occupation of Arab lands. This anti-Israeli movement is very active on U.S. college campuses. Joe, born in Britain and
living in Jerusalem, is a dynamic speaker who urges students to work together to fight BDS on campuses and in the media. “We can only meet that challenge when each and every one of us echoes and amplifies the work being done to expose those seeking to harm Israel through disinformation and demonization,” he said. Students are strongly encour-
aged to attend as it is possible they will become exposed to this increasingly anti-Semitic organization at schools and campuses locally as well as afar. All members of the Jacksonville community are welcome. Food and beverages will be available. The event is sponsored by the Kathy and Lawrence Kanter Endowment for Jewish Preservation.
Jewish meditation groups form By GAIL GREENFIELD Did you know that meditation was an important Jewish practice in the days of our prophets who led schools of meditation? The Talmud states that over a million people were involved in such disciplines, and meditation continued to be an important part of Judaism until the modern era. Research and anecdotal evidence have demonstrated the many benefits of meditation to our
health and well-being. In addition, Jewish meditation focuses on our spiritual connection. Aryeh Kaplan, author of “Jewish Meditation,” writes that Jews are by nature a spiritual people. It seems that today more people are looking for that spiritual connection. These groups are forming to try and meet these needs. The purpose will be to meditate, learn and grow spiritually within a Jewish framework. The plan is
to form several small groups in different locations throughout the city that would meet weekly beginning in the fall. We are looking for leaders and participants. For the leaders, there will be training and ongoing support. If you are interested please contact Gail Greenfield, gailgreenfield@hotmail.com or 904-534-7381; or contact Isabel Balotin, isabelbalotin@yahoo. com or 904-268-3362.
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Kids Club offers adventure DuBow By AMY MCCLURE DuBow Preschool
Kids Club at the DuBow Preschool takes children on an adventure each week – a journey they can’t wait to get started. Through songs, books, games and crafts we explore a new theme weekly. Our students attend a class at the Martin J. Gottlieb Day School for music, art, physical education and library each week. They are so excited to visit with the big kids’ teachers. Everyone can’t wait to sit in the puppet show stage and listen to our librarian read a new book. She loves to pick books that have them interact, with the
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story through movement. After the story, they also do a small art project that they take back to the classroom to keep exploring the story they just heard. In art each week they are introduced to projects through art mediums that are not typically explored as early as preschool, such as Smart Board interactive art, clay modeling and pastel resistant water color painting. Fridays we enjoy a music extravaganza on the playground. Our MJGDS music teacher brings his guitar and other instruments for the kids to play Shabbat songs and jam out to close the week. This year we investigated a variety of themes such as Space Week. Children made
their own planet. They cut out circles, mixed paint into shaving cream, dipped the circles into the mixture, and a new planet was created. We are looking forward to Kids Club next week, as we will be diving into summer for a beach theme. We will play a popular Kids Club game, Match Up, but with a beach twist using shovels, buckets, beach balls, sunglasses, etc. Preschoolers will roam the playground looking for the friend with the same shape and color object that they have. There are so many things going on in Kids Club but one thing is always for certain, everyone will always learn while having fun.
Kol HaKavod to Block Gan teachers
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Canady honored with Brit Hinukh Award By Galinsky Academy
The Men’s Club Brit Hinukh Award is given each spring to one teacher in the Galinsky Academy who best represents the life commitment necessary to bring a quality learning experience to Jewish children. The award is given at the annual Teacher Appreciation dinner sponsored by the Galinsky Academy PTA. This year the award went to Shereen Canady, director of the DuBow Preschool. Shereen has been the director for the past eight years and was instrumental in bringing the Discovery Studio and Science curriculum and Handwriting without Tears curriculum to the preschool. She was hands-on from conception to realization of the DuBow Preschool renovation, and has gone through FKC accreditation and Guiding Stars accreditation twice, just to name a few of her incredible contributions. It was a well-deserved honor and a fun evening, full of surprises, for all the teachers who attended.
Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool
This has been a banner school year for Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool and Kindergarten. The teaching faculty once again demonstrated the utmost dedication to professionalism and excellence in early childhood education. As a result, the school received two prestigious reaccreditations this year from Florida Kindergarten Council and Guiding Stars of Duval. Michele Block Gan Yeladim certainly has a great deal to celebrate. The dedicated faculty achieved a record-breaking total of 932 professional development inservice hours during the 2013-14
school year. Teachers more than doubled the required DCF and Guiding Stars of Duval five-star rated requirements for annual professional development. Throughout the year, teachers attended workshops, college courses, trainings and conferences on early childhood development. Exceeding requirements, not just meeting them, further exemplifies the dedication and commitment to educational excellence that Michele Block Gan Yeladim teachers and administrators maintain. Kol HaKavod to Michele Block Gan Yeladim faculty on an exceptional year. These educators set a great example for their students on the value of being a lifelong learner.
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Leading educator appointed head of Galinsky Academy By Galinsky Academy
Rabbi Jim Rogozen has accepted the position of head of the Galinsky Academy, which is comprised of the DuBow Preschool, Martin J. Gottlieb Day School, Bernard & Alice Rogozen Selevan Religious School and Makom Hebrew High School. Rogozen is highly acclaimed and brings extensive experience to the academy, having served as a headmaster of Jewish day schools for 26 years, the last 19 of which were at the Gross Schechter School in Cleveland. Most recently, Rogozen served as the chief learning officer for United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. In addition to head of the Galinsky Academy, Rogozen will assume the role of principal of the Martin J. Gottlieb Day School. “We are very fortunate to have an administrator and
educator of Rabbi Rogozen’s caliber lead our Galinsky educational programs. The families engaged in our schools can be confident that we listened and acted upon the input gathered as we progressed throughout our extensive search process,” said Alyse Nathans, vice president of education and Galinsky Academy chairperson. Rogozen is a graduate of the Joint Program at UCLA and the University of Judaism. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in psychology; Bachelor of Literature in rabbinic literature; and three Masters of Arts in teaching, educational administration and Jewish studies. He was ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary and was in the first graduating class of the Solomon Schechter Day School Principal’s Training Program at Jewish Theological Seminary. Rogozen has continued with studies at Teachers College, Columbia University; the Harvard Principal’s Center; and the Mandel Leadership Institute in Jerusalem. Rogozen will assume his new duties on July 1. He will succeed Dr. Jon Mitzmacher, who will become the new executive director of the Schechter Day School Network.
DuBow Preschool Shabbat continues through summer By DuBow Preschool
The 4th Commandment that we in the DuBow Preschool learned for Shavuot is, “Remember Shabbat.” Every week at the preschool we enjoy zemirot (Shabbat songs), saying the blessing over the candles, grape juice and challah. As the school year ends, we know we can’t forget Shab-
bat. We are encouraged to attend Koltrain Family Friday Shabbat services at the Jacksonville Jewish Center, as well as Gan Shabbat, every Saturday at 11 a.m. in the DuBow Preschool. We can enjoy the Shabbat in our homes and look forward to again welcoming Shabbat with our friends every Friday morning once school begins on Aug. 18.
Block Gan goes ‘Full STEAM Ahead’ By MOLLY SWEET
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Educators in Northeast Florida are anxiously awaiting Michele Block Gan Yeladim’s 6th Annual Early Childhood Education Symposium, Full STEAM Ahead, with keynote speaker Dr. Diana WehrellGrabowski, nationally recognized science education consultant and university professor. The symposium will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and draws educators from all over the region. Last year 175 attendees from across the community
participated; further reinforcing Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool as a leader in educational excellence. This year the symposium was also nationally recognized by JCC Association of North America, JCA’s umbrella organization, with an Excellence Award for Programmatic Excellence. This year’s theme, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), illuminates techniques that educators can infuse into their lessons using principles from each of these disciplines. Wehrell-Grabowski will be joined by several guest speakers during her keynote address. “The focus
of the keynote is the importance of cultivating and nurturing the young child’s natural curiosity. If a child is not curious, or not given the opportunity to develop their curiosity, even the best educational offerings will have little impact on their lifelong love of learning,” says Wehrell-Grabowski. The symposium is open to the community and includes a kosher dinner. Professional in-service hours are provided and continuing education credit hours are obtainable by request. Jewish educators are invited to attend at a discounted price of $18 (chai). For more information on Michele Block Gan Yeladim’s Full STEAM Ahead Early Childhood Education Symposium, contact Rochelle Golomb at 730-2100 ext. 259 or rochelle.golomb@jcajax.org.
UNDERnights held at Camp Gan Yeladim By MOLLY SWEET
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Remember how exciting it was to finally be old enough to stay overnight at a friend’s house? As a child, being too young is quite frustrating sometimes. For campers at JCA Summer Camp, Camp Gan Yeladim presents an exciting alternative: UNDERnights — fun-filled evenings that include theme-based activities, games, swimming, dinner and an opportunity for children to extend their camp day into the evening hours. Camp Gan Yeladim will present two themed UNDERnights in July for Tovim and Kinder Campers (ages 4 and 5). On Tuesday, July 8, and Wednesday, July 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., campers will have the opportunity to stay at camp or return to the JCA for the special festivities with themes such as The Wild West and Magic
and Mystery. By the end of the evening campers will be fed dinner and changed into their pajamas, ready for their parents to pick them up to head home for bedtime.
For more information on UNDERnights or to register for Camp Gan Yeladim or KinderCamp, call Rochelle Golomb at 904-730-2100 ext. 259 or email rochelle.golomb@jcajax.org.
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Temple offers a Taste of Judaism By Congregation Ahavath Chesed
Are you curious about Judaism, or do you know someone who might be? Congregation Ahavath Chesed (The Temple) is whetting appetites and satisfying cravings for learning and connections with an appetizer known as A Taste of Judaism. “A Taste of Judaism is an opportunity for anyone at any level to connect and learn about Judaism,” Rabbi Joshua Lief said. “Jews can join us for a refresher course; non-Jews from the larger community are welcome to participate as an introduction to Judaism; and those Jews who are currently not affiliated with any synagogue can not only learn about Judaism, but Temple itself.”
A Taste of Judaism will offer a modern, reform Jewish perspective on living in today’s complicated world. Sessions will be held in a comfortable setting that encourages lively discussion and will cover Jewish spirituality, Jewish values and the Jewish people. Classes will meet for three sessions on Thursdays, July 17, 24 and 31, at 7 p.m. The program is text-based, so participants can follow along and take materials home with them for further study. A Taste of Judaism is open to the community, Jewish or not, and there is no cost to attend. Reserve your seat by calling the Temple office at 733-7078, or emailing learning@thetemplejacksonville.org. Reservations by July 15 are appreciated.
Students answer ‘What does Judaism mean to me?’ By Congregation Ahavath Chesed
In conjunction with Shavuot, Congregation Ahavath Chesed (The Temple) celebrated the confirmation of 11 of its teen members on June 6. “A popular myth is that we are confirming the Judaism of our kids, offering them our stamp of approval and declaring them to be Jewish enough to meet a given standard,” said Rabbi Joshua Lief. “An alternate, and equally erroneous interpretation, is that it is really conformation, requiring students to conform to a pre-determined view of Jewish observance.” Temple’s confirmation is celebrated in conjunction with Shavuot, itself a commemora-
tion of the Israelites accepting the Torah at Mount Sinai and choosing to practice Judaism. Similarly, on Shavuot, we read the Ten Commandments and the Book of Ruth, remembering the first official Jew by choice, in the Bible. “In our modern world, freed from the ghetto walls of restraint, there can be no compulsory religion. All of us are indeed, Jews by choice, whether or not our parents were Jewish,” Lief said. “The act of practicing Judaism today is a confirmation of our own freedom of religion. May we all be inspired by the confirmation of these students to reconfirm our own faith and rededicate ourselves to a deeper and more meaningful practice of Judaism.”
Temple hosts new member picnic By Congregation Ahavath Chesed
“Members are good; friends are better,” says Rita Brady, who has made it her business to reach out to each new Temple member and welcome them into the Temple family. She and her husband Jim joined Temple in 2009. “We remember how overwhelming it was when it appeared everyone knew everyone, and we knew no one. I want to do all I can to make certain new members are quickly integrated into the Temple family.” The Membership Committee will host a new member picnic
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on Sunday, July 20, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hannah Park, shelter 2. Temple will provide hotdogs and hamburgers; everyone is invited to bring a dish to pass. Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Drive, has beaches, a freshwater lake and extensive trails. Kayaks and paddleboats are available for rent. The splash park keeps children (and adults) cool and refreshed on a hot summer day. New members will receive personal invitations. All Temple members and prospective members are welcome to attend. RSVP to Rita at 904-240-1476 or jbhiker@hotmail.com.
Naomi Chase, of Cleveland, is an accomplished Jewish educator who is passionate about building teacher rapport and peer support within faculties and families. She has spent many years in the classroom, Naomi Chase learning with and from her fellow students and teachers. Her greatest satisfaction comes from seeing students become teachers. Rabbi Matthew Cohen, assistant rabbi at Temple, worked with Naomi in Cleveland before he
went to rabbinical school. Cohen said, “I loved watching Naomi interact with students and parents alike. Her energy, passion, and creativity draw everyone near to her. I can’t wait to see what she will bring to our Temple family. It’s nice to have another Buckeye here in Jacksonville.” Naomi taught in the Florence Melton Adult Min-School and served as an educational consultant for Nurturing Excellence in Synagogue Schools, a special initiative of the Bureau of Jewish Education in San Francisco. While there, she also developed and delivered a curriculum for Hebrew instruction for students with language processing challenges. She has designed grade-specific and multi-age intergenerational learning experiences and implemented a specific lifelong
learning experience for adults 50-plus focused on Torah, Avodah and Gemilut Chasadim. Naomi is a talented and creative educator who has received local and national recognition for excellence in Jewish education, Naomi expresses her excitement “to join a collaborative professional team that values creative, cooperative Jewish learning.” Her personal joy is the classroom where she aims to foster enduring, active relationships between learners, teachers and content. She said, “Judaism is experiential. Rather than learning about it, I look for ways to develop partners who can help each other live it.” Naomi will join the Jacksonville community on July 1. “I invite families to call me to discuss how TIR and Congregation Ahavath Chesed can bring Jewish joy into your family life.”
Temple members act in ‘Fiddler’ By Congregation Ahavath Chesed
In honor of the 50th anniversary of “Fiddler on the Roof,” Northeast Florida Conservatory will present the musical from Thursday, July 31, to Sunday, Aug. 3. Mark Snitzer, who sings in Temple’s Friday Night Live chorus, will play Tevye. Snitzer said that this will be “the performance of my life. I am very honored to
have the role of Tevye, which has always been a dream of mine.” Temple member Leonard Alterman will play Lazar Wolf, the wealthy butcher who is the intended match for Tevye’s daughter, Tzeitel. Playing the role of Yente the matchmaker will be Rhoda London, who has mostly been known for her role as WRJ/ Temple Sisterhood co-president. London commented, “This play
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Help us stock our food pantry for July. Requested foods include beef stew, carrots, beans, rice and fruit juices.
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Don’t forget to sign up for the PJ Library. Free books for Jewish children ages 6 months to 8 years are available. It’s fun to receive your own book in the mail. Tell your parents to go to the PJ website at www.pjlibrary.org or call Ilene Schinasi at (904) 3945724.
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Rides to synagogue for Shabbat and holidays are absolutely free. Also, other rides to medical appointments, the grocery store, etc., are offered at a reduced rate. Need a ride? Call the transportation line at (904) 224-6287.
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Our delicious ready-to-heat meals come five to a pack and are delivered right to your door. All meals are prepared at River Garden in accordance with Jewish dietary laws. Please contact Ilene Schinasi at (904) 391-5724 for details and to place orders.
Summer is often the time of more relaxed schedules for many working families. Kids can sleep in a little longer, lounge inside on rainy days and spend more quality time with their family and friends. As parents, it’s important to maintain a sense of routine dur-
ing these summer months. It may not be as structured as during the school year, but enough to keep your kids on track. Keeping balance for everyone in the family – parents and children alike – is important mentally, socially and spiritually. Summer is a good time to remind ourselves of this and, for many, this balance happens naturally. This is the opportune time
JFCS introduces tradition boxes of foods and gifts By Jewish Family & Community Services
At JFCS we are committed to making a positive difference in the community. We invite our Jewish youth and synagogues to participate in mitzvah projects with us. When planning your celebration, let us help you create a beautiful and meaningful mitzvah project that will have a lasting impact on someone’s life. Instead of flowers, think tradition boxes; baskets of traditional Jewish foods and gifts can help seniors and family members observe and maintain their Jewish identity. Holidays like Rosh Hashanah, Chanukah, Passover and Shabbat are examples of times when Jewish people need particular items to observe ritual. In addition to tradition boxes, we can work with you if you would like to collect food for the needy for our Emergency Food Pantry, fill diaper bags for our adoptive mothers and their new
babies, or collect school supplies and books for children. There are many ways of expressing a positive mitzvah project; let us help create the right one for your celebration. Learn more about this wonderful program and how we can help you create your own mitzvah project based on your personal passion. Please call Ilene Schinasi at (904) 394-5724 or email ischinasi@jfcsjax.org.
Holocaust family gathering a success By Jewish Family & Community Services Guy and the Yehudas with a mu-
Holocaust survivors and their families celebrated mothers and fathers at the Summer Eat & Schmooze on June 1. The Holocaust Family Gathering was held at Etz Chaim Synagogue. The program was made possible through generous funding from the Ben Gottlieb and Pollan families. The program featured Klezmer music performed by
sical theme of honoring mothers and fathers. There was a delicious dessert buffet catered by Classic Kosher Catering and a meaningful interactive program with NCSY youth group. This was a wonderful opportunity to connect with each other and the teens. For more information, contact Naomi Mirensky at (904) 394-5777 or nmirensky@ jfcsjax.org.
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of year to see those friends and family for whom you wish you had more time. And the key to these experiences being successful is having good mental health – knowing when is enough and what you need to feel better. So, parents, take time for yourselves this summer. Make sure you allow yourself the time to relax and take care of your own emotional needs. A
healthy parent is a happy parent. If you need a little extra nudge or support, Dupont Counseling Group is here to help. Remember, we deal with everyday issues, the ones that are common to everyone. We are very comfortable working with children, adults and families in helping families live fully. Feel free to call us at 394-5706. We are happy to help you.
Block Family Foundation matches dollars for FANN
By Jewish Family & Community Services Lois and Alan Chepenik, Ronald
Every spring the Block Family Foundation generously matches monetary contributions to the Feed A Needy Neighbor Program, FANN, through the annual Block Family Food Challenge. These funds are used to make purchases of nonperishable food items that are packed in bags by JFCS volunteers and distributed to individuals and families all over Northeast Florida. JFCS served more than 75,000 meals last year with 40 percent going to children, through the onsite Winn-Dixie Emergency Food Pantry. The pantry is open two days a week and supplies over four meals every 60 seconds to individuals, families and seniors who are unsure of where their next meal is coming from. We see people who have come to know the pain of hunger all too well through FANN, which provides a bridge and a helping hand to our community during times when all hope seems lost. Hunger knows no color, background, faith or neighborhood. At this time we would like to acknowledge all of the generous supporters who participated in the 2014 Block Family Food Challenge. Together you have helped provide food to over 15,000 people, and have allowed JFCS to continue to be there for the people who visit our food pantry each year. Jack and Tricia Bettman, Norman and Carol Brody, Dick and Sharon Browdy, Dennis and Caren Buchman, Howard and Laura Buss, Andrew and LaVerne Cantor, Miriam Chefer,
and Merle Cherry, Donald Cohen, Camilla and Reid Crawshaw, Bernard and Marilyn Datz, James and Judith De Arman, Michael DeSanto, Judy Eisen, Ronald and Susan Elinoff, Michael and Joyce Elkin, Yakov Feig and Denise Sherman, Robert and Phyllis Fischer, Ben and Patricia Frisch, Marie Gabbamonte, Margie and Roland Garcia, Henry and Karen Gare, Beverly Goldstein, Sara Green, Helen and John Hill, Robert and Carolyn Hirsch, Jacksonville Jewish Center, JFCS Board of Directors, Randy Kammer and Jeffrey Wollitz, Francine and James Kempner, Daniel and Dinah Kossoff, Leonard and Judy Kurtz, Jean Lebowitz, Stephan and Jo Ann Leimberg, Kalman and Judie Levinson, Robert and Susan Lloyd, Robert and Anne Lufrano, Leonardo and Lynn Maiman, Pearl Marton, Ted Mazo, Lillian Meizlik, Wayne and Marlene Myers, Michael and Elizabeth Overstreet, Jay and Cheryl Plotkin, River Garden Hebrew Home, Kenneth Robinson, Timothy and Stacey Rohrer, Charles and Maxine Romo, Howard and Muriel Rose, William Rose, Sandra Roth, Eliot and Barbara Safer, Martin and Jeanne Sandberg, Leonard and Frieda Saraga, Jack Schemer, Shirley Schemer, Fritzi Schwartz, Alan Setzer, Jay and Ellen Sherline, Richard and Stephanie Shieldhouse, Delores Silberstein, Sharon Silver, Lauri Ellen Smith, Saul and Marlene Sussman, Cyril and Karen Toker, Carol Turbow, Mark and Hele Vondra, Joseph and Marilyn Weiner, Irvin and Carol Weinstein, Sylvia Wernow, Elaine Wright
Adoption day
Homecare services available in Jax area to Holocaust survivors
A partnership between JFCS and Alpert Jewish Family and Children Services in West Palm Beach enables JFCS to offer up to 25 hours per week of homecare services to Holocaust survivors, paid through funds from the Claims Conference. Services include light housekeeping, medication management, assistance with bathing, meal preparation, errands, etc. Please call Naomi Mirensky at (904) 394-5777 for more information.
By Jewish Family & Community Services Holocaust.”
On Wednesday, May 21, 16 Gen 2 adult children of Holocaust survivors gathered at JFCS for the first workshop of Sharing Stories – Recording the Memory and Legacy of the Holocaust. The group was facilitated by Stacey Goldring, a well-known local author who wrote “On Wooden Wheels: Carla Schipper’s Experiences during the
The group’s goal is to help adult children document their own as well as their parents’ Holocaust experiences. Everyone had a chance to share their stories in this unique writers workshop. The group will meet monthly for six sessions. For more information, please contact Naomi Mirensky at 904-3945777 or email nmirensky@ jfcsjax.org
Judge Gooding holds a Mother’s Day adoption event at Duval County Court House. Six JFCS children finalized their adoption this year. Judge Gooding likes to say, “It has been said an adoptive child grows in the adoptive mother’s heart and not beneath it.” JFCS is so happy that these children have forever families.
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JCA Summer Camp: Limited spaces available By Jewish Community Alliance
The Jewish Community Alliance Summer Camp 2014 is under way, but there are still limited spaces available. Summer Camp has two remaining two-week sessions available: July 14 to 25 and July 28 to Aug. 8. Theatre Camp has one remaining session: July 14 to Aug. 8. JCA Summer Camp combines fun activities, a fabulous facility and top-notch staff to provide a safe, happy and positive camping experience that will create lifelong memories for the campers. Activities for children age 2 and up include swimming, arts and crafts, sports, music, dance and theater. Camp Habonim, a specialty camp for children in grades 3 to 6, allows campers to
concentrate on a specialty in addition to normal camp activities. Specialties include pottery, basketball, cooking, design, rowing, ice skating, tennis, soccer, golf, science and more. The JCA also offers post-camp Adventure Days from Aug. 11 to 15. For more information on JCA Summer Camps visit www.jcajax. org to view the brochure online. To check availability for JCA Summer Camp, contact the JCA registrar at 730-2100 ext. 228 or 233.
Beat the heat at the JCA
By Jewish Community Alliance
Not only can you work out in air-conditioned comfort during the summer months in the JCA’s gym, cycling and exercise studios, and newly renovated Fitness Center, but you also can cool off in the JCA’s two swimming pools. The Howard and Joy Korman Outdoor Pool is open from 1 to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, from 5:30 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. MondayThursday and from 5:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Richter Family Indoor Pool offers open swim from 1 to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, and at various times throughout the day Monday through Friday (see complete schedule on www. jcajax.org).
JCA happenings For more information or to register for programs at the JCA, call 730-2100 or visit www.jcajax. org.
Michele Block Gan Yeladim
Registration is open for the 2014-2015 school year at Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool and Kindergarten for children ages 12 months to 6 years. Our innovative environment, unique curriculum and partnerships, and facility with integrated programming provide students with unparalleled excellence in early childhood education. For more information, call 730-2100 ext. 235 or visit www. jcajax.org/ece.
After School Program
Registration is open for the 2014-2015 school year at the JCA’s After School Program. This program will nurture, encourage and stimulate your children’s interests with a variety of activities, all in a positive environment your child will love. Limited spaces are available; free transportation provided from some schools. For more information, call 730-2100 ext. 245 or visit www.jcajax.org/ youth.
Vandroff Art Gallery
The photographs of JCA’s own Kern Hercules will run from July 6 to July 30. Kern is a gifted photographer and is returning to the Vandroff Art Gallery with his latest collection of photographs. Born and raised on the Caribbean island of Trinidad and Tobago, a place of vibrant colors and excitement, Kern experienced the effects and impact of the visual beauty of the area. Before pho-
tography his creative outlets were music, drawing and painting. The opening for this exhibit is on July 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. Jacksonville Artists Guild Group’s exhibit will run from Aug. 1 to Sept. 3. The Jacksonville Artists Guild elevates artistic awareness and artists’ participation through dynamic programs and exhibitions, which enhance, encourage and promote the arts. The exhibit opening is Aug. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m.
JCA Film Series
The JCA Film Series continues on Sunday, July 20, at 2 p.m. with “The Two of Us.” A Jewish boy living in Nazi-occupied Paris is sent by his parents to the countryside to live with an elderly Catholic couple until France’s liberation. Forced to hide his identity, the 8-year-old Claude bonds with the irascible, staunchly anti-Semitic Grandpa, who improbably becomes his friend and confident. This event is free and open to the community. Advance registration is appreciated. Join us for “The Chosen” on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 2 p.m. Set in 1940s Brooklyn, “The Chosen” is the story of two teenage boys who become best friends despite huge differences in their upbringing. Based on Chaim Potok’s novel, “The Chosen” is a compelling coming-of-age-story, expertly directed and performed by a stellar cast. This event is free and open to the community. Advance registration is appreciated.
Men and women’s tennis
The JCA offers a variety of programs for men and women’s
tennis at all levels, including our Men’s 3.0-3.5 clinic, Ladies’ A, B, C teams, and Working Women’s Tennis. All tennis programs are ongoing. For more information about the JCA’s tennis programming, please contact Reggie at 730-2100 ext. 317.
Taste and Tour with the JCA: San Sebastian Winery
On July 23 let’s travel to the San Sebastian Winery in St. Augustine for a tour and sampling of delicious locally made wines followed by a Dutch treat lunch at the A1A Alehouse. Gather your friends for a great day of tourin’, sippin’ and eatin’. We’ll meet in the JCA lobby at 10:15 a.m. The fee is $23 and $15 for JCA valued members. Reservations are required by July 16.
Lunch and Links
Spend July 23 enjoying a lovely Dutch treat lunch followed by a leisurely round of golf at the Golf Club of South Hampton. We’ll meet at the Grille restaurant at 12:30 p.m. and head out to the tee at 2 p.m. Bring your clubs and get ready for a great day on the links. The fee is $45 and $30 for JCA valued members. Advance reservation is required by July 21.
Dinner at Stonewood
Let’s head over to the Stonewood Grill and Tavern for dinner with friends at 5 p.m. on July 15. Enjoy a Dutch treat dinner of your choice followed by a poolside dessert at the JCA. Reservations are required by July 10.
Summer Lunch Bunch Welcome back to our Summer
Lunch Bunch. It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy, so why not enjoy good company and food with friends? We’ll meet Wednesdays at noon at local restaurants and all meals will be Dutch treat. Reservations are needed at least five days prior to each lunch so we know you are joining the fun. The dates are July 16 at Kazu Japanese Restaurant (next to the old 3 Sisters Chocolate and Bakery) and Aug. 6 at Pizza Palace on Baymeadows Road.
Art Walk and Eats
Join us on Aug. 6 for a stroll through downtown to experience the amazing visual and live art at Jacksonville’s Art Walk. We will meet in front of MOCA at 5 p.m. Afterward we’ll saunter over to the Zodiac Bar and Grill for a delicious Dutch treat dinner. The fee is $5 and free for JCA valued members. Advance registration is required by Aug. 4.
Canasta and Mahjong Party
Get ready for fun and games at our Canasta and Mahjong Party at 1 p.m. on Aug. 20. Bring your friends for an afternoon of cards. We’ll review the rules for anyone who needs a refresher. We’ll also provide a tasty dessert because something gooey always makes games more fun. The fee is $6 and $4 for JCA valued members. Reservations are required by Aug. 14.
or as a home indulgence that you will devour within the hour. Join us at noon Aug. 27 for a perfectly good time. The fee is $10 and $7 for JCA valued members. Reservations required by Aug. 20 with the JCA registrar at ext. 228.
Swim lessons at the JCA
Learn to swim or learn to swim more efficiently at the JCA. The JCA now offers instructional swim programs designed by the American Red Cross. All JCA swim instructors are certified through the American Red Cross as water safety instructors. The JCA assures program quality by maintaining small class sizes, monitoring instruction and adhering to Red Cross standards. Participants will learn to swim in a fun and safe environment. Children ages 6 months and older will experience a group lesson structured in small groups, building on skills and learning new techniques in a comfortable heated pool. If more personal instruction is needed, JCA’s one-on-one private instruction for children, adults and seniors will lead you closer to your individual goal. A minimum of four 30-minute lessons is required for private lessons.
Perfect pears
End your summer with a homemade pear treat. We will dip pears in chocolate then decorate them to be picture perfect. They will be fantastic for gift giving
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LIFECYCLES B’nai Mitzvah
Congratulations to Max and Virginia Singer whose grandson Andrew Kary Wheeler became a Bar Mitzvah on June 28, 2014, at Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel in Boise, Idaho. Andrew is the son of Michael and Valerie Wheeler.
Engagement
Philip and Linda Bloom of Jacksonville announce the engagement of their daughter Lauren Faye to Gregg Wishna, son of Philip and Sharon Wishna of Boca Raton. Lauren and Gregg work and live in Atlanta and are planning a wedding in Jacksonville at the TPC Sawgrass on Jan. 24, 2015.
a reception at the Club at Boca Pointe. The maid of honor was the bride’s sister Pamela Jacob, and bridesmaids included the bride’s sister-in-law Kat Jacob and the groom’s sister Talia Fleet. Eli Fleet, the groom’s brother, was the best man; and groomsmen included the brides brother, Michael Jacob, Michael Demri and Jeff Shenkman. The bride is the daughter of Karen and the late Mark Jacob of Delray Beach. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Georgia and is a post-doctoral fellow at USF’s Rothman Center for Pediatric Neuropsychiatry. The groom is the son of Bob and Janis Fleet of Jacksonville. He received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in sports management from the University of Florida and works for Levy Marketing and Awards in Tampa. Following a honeymoon in Dominican Republic, the couple will reside in St. Petersburg.
Accomplishments
Jared Fleet and Marni Jacob
Wedding
Marni Jacob and Jared Fleet were married March 23, 2014, at the Club at Boca Pointe in Boca Raton. The wedding was officiated by Hazzan Jesse Holzer. The ceremony was followed by
Mazel tov to Dr. Sheldon Kaplan who has been selected by the Arthritis Foundation, Florida Chapter, to the Legacy of Leaders for 2014, in celebration of his positive leadership and contributions to the Jacksonville community. Mazel tov to Cynthia Disher for recognition by Mandarin Middle School, receiving the Outstanding School Volunteer Award for the school years 2012–2013 and 2013–2014.
Cynthia retired from Mandarin Middle School, where she taught for many years.
Sympathy
… to the family of William R. Deem, husband of Patricia for 64 years, father of Bill (Amy) Deem, Karen Tutwiler, Sharon (Armen) Defillippo and grandfather of Austin and Francesca Deem, Warren, Doug (Paige); and Will Tutwiler and Kaileigh, Alexa and Armen Jr. Defillippo. William died May 24, 2014. Contributions may be made to the Community Hospice. … to the family of Caroline Lee on the passing of her mother Jean Deitsch in London. She is also survived by son-in-law Dr. Ed Lee and grandchildren Shimrit, Tal, Gad and Zev. … to the family of Betty Moss who died June 15, 2014. She is survived by daughter Deanna (Michael) Lissner; son Stephen (Rhoda) Moss; granddaughters Shannon (Kevin) Green, Suzi (Ed) Bernard, Sheri (Wayne) Williamson, and Staci (Jeff) Barnett; and four greatgrandchildren, Rebecca and Annabelle Barnett and Tyler and Andrew Williamson. Contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida or River Garden Hebrew Home. … to the family of David Weinstein who died May 29, 2014. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Margie Weinstein of Jacksonville, daughter Julie Weinmann, son-in-law Bobby and granddaughter Shani, all of Atlanta. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, David
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Israel celebrated at Torah Academy Gala dinner Leslie Held and Israel family (Held with shawl)
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On May 27 Torah Academy celebrated its commitment to education with its 11th annual gala dinner. The theme, Israel, was fitting since the event was held on Yom Yerushalayim, an Israeli national holiday commemorating the reunification of Jerusalem. The Etz Chaim social hall was transformed into an elegant tribute to Jerusalem complimented by an Israeli menu. Keynote speaker Congressman Ronald DeSantis kept the Israeli theme alive with his wonderful words of support for Israel and his personal experiences concerning governmental involvement. This year’s Kesser Shem Tov Award went to Leslie Held. Leslie, a Torah Academy past president, has given countless hours toward the school helping shape its idealistic and physical foundation. Her passion for Torah education is infectious, and it shows through her work with Torah Academy and other organizations in our community. Jeff and Debbie Parker were honored to thank them for their support of the school. The Parkers spoke about how they are strong supporters of having a diverse Jewish community and how an Orthodox day school is important to the foundation of continued growth of Jewish life in Jacksonville. The Parkers are active supporters of multiple Jewish organizations in the community and are involved in many other charitable organizations across Jacksonville. Torah Academy would like to thank the dinner chairs, Bonnie Hardy and Judy Lewis, for a wonderful evening. Their attention to detail and hard work was noticed and appreciated by all. Thank you also to the numerous volunteers who gave their time to make the evening a success. Of course, the school’s biggest fundraiser could not be complete without thanking all of its donors and partners. The school could not survive without the numerous personal donations from the greater Jacksonville community. Pledges are still being submitted, and Torah Academy anticipates surpassing $75,000 in total donations. Last, but most certainly not least, the Jewish Federation of Jacksonville, lead by President Hal Resnick and Executive Director Alan Margolies, has been integral to the success of the school through its continued support. Thank you everyone for a wonderful year-end celebration.
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SHALOM JACKSONVILLE
Photos by L. Tallis Shalom Jacksonville hosted its annual Shaloha event for many newcomers and friends at the home of Erica and Jamie Jolles on June 22.
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