Winter 2018 attractions by St. Paul JCC

Jewish Community Center of the Greater St. Paul Area

ATTRACTIONS Winter Program Guide 2018

From our oldest to our youngest community members, everyone is anxiously and enthusiastically watching as we build our reimagined JCC. Even our Early Childhood students have had the opportunity to take a construction tour and share in our progress! 1

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in considering a commitment from your family to help us realize our dreams. Every gift, at every size, makes a difference. What is most important is that you are part of this historic moment.

Right before our very eyes, our new transformed JCC is taking shape. As you drive down St. Paul Avenue you can see where the new windows will be added, showcasing what will be our beautiful new building and new North Commons area. It won’t be long! I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your patience and generosity. Throughout the construction and chaos, you have demonstrated patience and loyalty, sharing your enthusiasm and excitement with us. We appreciate your suggestions and comments and will continue to work hard to make this transition as seamless as possible. The overwhelming generosity of our community brings us to an exciting moment in our Capital Campaign. We have raised over 95% of our goal,

MICHAEL WALDMAN | CEO

making our future here just a heartbeat away (see page 14). But until every dollar is raised, our work is not done. If you have not yet participated in our campaign, I urge you to join me

OUR FUTURE . HERE .

THE BUZZ / CONSTRUCTIVE CONVERSATION WITH MICHAEL WALDMAN This fall we launched our short video series entitled Constructive Conversation with Michael Waldman. If you haven’t seen the videos – visit our website at stpauljcc.org and click on the Capital Campaign button. Special thanks to Jim McVeety, the Katz family, Chris Tolbert, Morgan Tamsky, Drew & Christy Danisch and the Coates-Cush Family for playing along.

The St. Paul JCC is the welcoming, gathering place for people of all backgrounds, ages, interests and abilities to come together for the everyday moments that keep us all connected. For a young family, our Early Childhood Center is where our loving staff welcomes a child and fills their days with imagination and creativity. For our youth, it’s where kids can develop friendships, self-confidence, new skills and have fun all year long. For our grandparents, it’s the place to stay healthy and connected. For the person with special needs, it’s about opportunities to participate in the warmth of our community.

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The JCC Annual Fund makes it happen. Please consider a donation today. stpauljcc.org

Michael Waldman Chief Executive Officer mwaldman@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4731

There’s something about this place.

TU B’SHEVAT | JANUARY 31

PASSOVER | MARCH 31 – APRIL 7

YOM HASHOAH | APRIL 12

Tu B’Shevat, the Israeli Arbor Day, is also known as the “New Year for Trees” and celebrates the earliest-blooming trees. Tu B’Shevat also relates to the various tithes that are separated from produce grown in Israel. Tu B’Shevat is celebrated by eating fruit, particularly those that are described in the Torah – grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates. Today, in Israel, the day is celebrated as an ecological awareness day and trees are planted in celebration.

Pesach, or Passover, is a major Jewish spring festival commemorating J E W I S H H O L I D AY S the Exodus from Egypt over 3,000 years ago. HANUKAH | DECEMBER 25 – JANUARY PASSOVER | APRIL 11 - 18 It is observed for 1 Hanukah is a joyous and light-filled eight-day holiday that Pesach, or Passover, is a major Jewish spring festival celebrates the victory led by Judah the Maccabee over the Syrian commemorating the Exodus from Egypt over 3,000 years ago. seven days by Reform armies who ruled Israel in 165 BCE. When the Maccabees went It is observed for seven days by Reform Jews and Jews living in to rededicate the Temple in Jerusalem, there was only one day’s Israel. Conservative and Orthodox Jews celebrate the holiday Jews and oilJews supply of sacramental for the Holyliving Lamp. Miraculously, it for eight days. The celebration includes a ritual dinner, called a lasted for eight days. The tone of this holiday is a festive one, Seder, which calls for the prohibition of chametz (leaven) and the and the only special ritual is to kindle the lights for eight days in a eating of matzah (unleavened bread) and other symbolic foods. in Israel. Conservative hanukiah, a specific menorah for this holiday. The celebration of The traditional book used at the Seder is called the Haggadah. It Hanukah includes playing dreidel games and eating foods made tells the history of the holiday, explains the order of the Seder, and Orthodox Jews with oil such as potato latkes and jelly doughnuts. and contains fables, songs, stories, rituals and prayers. TU B’SHEVAT | FEBRUARY 11 holiday YOM HASHOAH | APRIL 24 celebrate the Tu B’Shevat is also known as the “New Year for Trees” and Yom Hashoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day, is observed as the Israeli Arbor Day. This is the season in which the earliesta day of commemoration for the approximately six million Jews for eight days. The blooming trees in the Land of Israel emerge from their winter and five million others who perished in the Holocaust. In Israel, it sleep and begin a new fruit-bearing cycle. It also relates to the is a national memorial day and public holiday. celebration includes a ritual dinner, called a Seder, various tithes that are separated from produce grown in the Holy Land. Tu B’Shevat is celebrated by eating fruit, particularly YOM HAZIKARON | MAY 1 those that are described infor the Torah as being bountiful in the Yom is Israel’s official memorial day for fallen soldiers. which calls the prohibition ofHazikaron chametz (leaven) and Holy Land: grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates. It is Commemoration has also been extended to civilian victims of celebrated as an ecological awareness day and trees are planted violence. The observance opens with a siren. The siren is heard the eating of matzah (unleavened bread) and other in celebration. Ecological organizations in Israel and around all over the country and lasts for one minute, during which the world have adopted the holiday to further environmental Israelis stop everything (including driving, which stops highways) awareness programs. foods. The traditional and stand in silence, commemorating the fallen and showing symbolic book used at the Seder respect. PURIM | MARCH 12 is called the Haggadah. It tellsYOM the history of the holiday, Purim is one of the most joyous and fun holidays on the Jewish HA’ATZMAUT | MAY 2 calendar. It commemorates a time when the Jewish people, Yom Ha’atzmaut is Israel Independence Day, celebrating the explains order of Haman thebySeder and contains living in Persia, were the saved from the wicked tyrant formal establishment of the State of fables, Israel in 1948. In Israel, the Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai, as told in the Book of holiday is celebrated much like we celebrate July 4th in America. Esther (Megillat stories, Esther). Purim’s merriments includeand carnivals,prayers. There are official ceremonies, as well as picnics, parties, and songs, rituals costumes, gifts of food and reading the story in synagogue. Be public fireworks shows.

Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day, is observed as a day of commemoration for the approximately six million Jews and five million others who perished in the Holocaust. In Israel, it is a national Memorial Day and public holiday.

PURIM | MARCH 1

brings with it Jewish holidays, both major and minor. We hope that, no matter how and if you choose to celebrate, that you can find your own personal meaning.

Interested in making these delectable Purim pastries? Janet Leavitt, our Membership Services & Accounting Associate is famous around the JCC for her yummy hamantachen. “I love to bake hamantachen because they simply taste so good! My sister, daughter and I get together and bake as family. We mail them all over the world as a way to reach out and stay connected with loved ones in a special way.”

Yom HaZikaron is Israel’s official memorial day for fallen soldiers. The commemoration has also been extended to civilian victims of political violence. During this solemn one-minute siren, Israelis stop everything (including driving, which stops highways) where they stand in silence, remembering and showing respect for the fallen. YOM HAZIKARON COMMEMORATION April 17, 2018 at 7 pm Two locations – Minneapolis and St. Paul Details coming out soon!

sure to buy your Hamentashen at the Front Desk and keep an eye open for costumed staff and children!

Be sure to buy your Hamentashen at the Front Desk and keep an eye open for costumed staff and children!

PASSOVER FOR ALL L E T A L L W H O A R E H U N G R Y C O M E A N D E AT

Each year the St. Paul JCC helps provide essential Kosher for Passover food to individuals and families who are not able to afford it. Donations are accepted at the Front Desk, online at stpauljcc.org or by mailing a check. Help ensure Passover for all; donate today.

YOM HA’ATZMAUT | APRIL 19 Yom Ha’atzmaut is Israel Independence Day, celebrating the formal establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. In Israel, the holiday is celebrated much like we celebrate July 4th in America. There are official ceremonies, as well as picnics, parties, and public fireworks shows.

In partnership with Jewish Family Service of St. Paul.

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Every season of the year

Purim is one of the most joyous and fun holidays on the Jewish calendar. It commemorates a time when the Jewish people, living in Persia, were saved from the wicked tyrant Haman by Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai, as told in the Book of Esther (Megillat Esther). Purim’s merriments include carnivals, costumes, gifts of food and reading the story in synagogue.

YOM HAZIKARON | APRIL 18

Tracey Agranoff Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator tagranoff@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4735

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PASSOVER FOR ALL has been a successful annual Mitzvah Campaign for over 15 years providing essential Kosher For Passover food to individuals and families who are not able to afford it. Last year’s campaign resulted in over 177 bags of food items, holiday candles and a Haggadah. Thank you to our partners and members for your generosity!

TWIN CITIES ISRAEL AT 70 CELEBRATION Sunday April 22, 2018 4 – 9 pm Minneapolis Event Center, St. Anthony Main With special guest, the popular Ethiopian hip hop band, Cafe Shahor Hazak. Look for details coming later this winter! A celebration you won’t want to miss.

E A R LY C H I L D H O O D C E N T E R

CAMP BUTWIN

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

Located on the shores of Lake O’Brien, Camp Butwin’s 88 acres becomes the destination for community, friendship, collaboration, exploration, team building, leadership skills and fun. We welcome campers of all faiths, backgrounds, and ability levels. For more information, contact Sarah Fedorowicz Nelson.

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS!

The values of Tzedakah (Charity/Justice), Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) and Gemilut Chasadim (Acts of Loving Kindness) are lived every day in our Early Childhood Center. Even our youngest learners share in hands-on opportunities that teach the values of compassion and kindness. Sometimes it may be making a card for someone who is sick, or collecting items for those less fortunate, or it may simply be learning to help a friend. So, when St. Clement’s Episcopal Church held their Fall Charity Drive, five-year-old Matthias Palmer-Denig knew just what he had to do. A recent graduate of our ECC, Matthias remembered all the lessons he had learned so he emptied his three JCC Tzedakah boxes, counted his change and decided that he wanted to donate and be part of the Drive.

CALLING ALL PRE-SCHOOLERS Ages 3 – 5 years old!

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

UPCOMING SESSIONS: January 8 – March 2 March 12 – May 11 Check out our newest classes and returning favorites: Skyhawks, Basketball, Mitzvah Makers, Science Explorers and more. For more info, contact Tracey Agranoff.

Visit our website at stpauljcc.org for details and to register.

CAMP BUTWIN

KICK-OFF SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 • 1 – 3 PM

Capture the ruach (spirit) at our Camp Butwin Kick-Off Party! Come learn about all the exciting new things coming to Camp Butwin for 2018, see your camp friends and have all your questions answered in time for registration to open right after the party! We’ll make fun camp projects, eat yummy snacks and have great giveaways, including one lucky winner who will get $250 off their camp registration for 2018. Prospective families welcome!

“We spent a lot of time as a family talking about all of the places that needed help,” said Jessica, Matthias’ mom. “This was a great opportunity for him to learn about those in need and the importance of giving.”

The Butwin Boutique THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 5 – 8 PM ST. PAUL JCC LOBBY

Are you interested in a great night out with the “girls” while, at the same time, supporting Camp Butwin? Thanks to Irina Braginsky and Lena Simelgor, owners of Fashion Fruit Boutique, we have the perfect event for you. Irina and Lena, both “Butwin Moms,” are hosting a one-of-a-kind event where you can relax with friends, enjoy food and wine while treating yourself to the latest fashions with a portion of the proceeds going to support Camp Butwin. “Camp Butwin has always been one the happiest places in the world to my kids,” said Irina. “It is that magical place where children learn new experiences and lifelong friendships are formed.” Lena added, “Our kids grew up at Butwin. It helped make them who they are.” She continued, “Irina and I wanted to connect our passion for fashion with our commitment and love for Camp Butwin.”

After a lot of consideration, Matthias decided to donate to the Bums and Tums Drive, providing baby food and diapers to children in need. Matthias donated $35+ in coins – presented ceremoniously in a Tupperware container, held high above his head.

Lena and Irina chose this date to connect with International Women’s Day on March 8. Both grew up in Russia and memories of this day are filled with flowers, pampering and acknowledgement.

“This donation was so special,” added Jessica, “because he did not hesitate. We are proud of him and we thank the JCC for helping our young son develop the desire to help others in such a meaningful and thoughtful way.”

Lisa Rosenfield ECC Director lisar@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4758

Ben Savin ECC Assistant Director bens@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4759

Barbara Brihn ECC Administrative Assistant barbb@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4765

Tracey Agranoff Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator tagranoff@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4735

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The Butwin Boutique is both a fundraiser and an awareness-raiser.

Alyssa Golob Program Director alyssag@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4736

Sarah Fedorowicz Nelson Youth & Family, Lodge on the Lake & Camp Butwin Director sarahf@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4768

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Team MN JCC Maccabi Kick-Off Meeting

YO U T H D E PA R T M E N T

We know that our youth and teens need something different in their programming. We provide a full range of programs that are social and community service-minded with opportunities for leadership development. This is your one-stop spot for fun! We’ll watch the kids all year long. Between Club J, School’s Out – We’re In! and Jamboree, there’s never a dull moment at the St. Paul JCC. For more information, contact Sarah Fedorowicz Nelson. CLUB J Weekdays from 2 - 6 pm This is the place to be for school-aged after school care! We offer special interest clubs, homework help, gym time, outdoor play, and arts & crafts. Club J provides a daily snack and free transportation is available by the JCC van from many local schools. For pricing information, please visit stpauljcc.org.

Youth Basketball Leagues January 14 – March 18

$120 • $80 Member Value Price

ALL CHILDREN’S THEATER

The St. Paul JCC’s All Children’s Theater has been delighting children and audiences for 30 years. Participants experience the excitement of producing a play, while working and learning together for a fun and enriching group experience. We are proud to welcome cast members with all levels of acting experience. Rehearsals take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons. A detailed schedule will be available upon casting. For more information, contact Alyssa Golob.

Our basketball leaguesSt. build Paul JCC & Sabes JCC A partnership of the confidence, skills and friendships in a nurturing and positive environment. Register online by January 6.

James and the Giant Peach

Over 800 (!!!!) people came to the J to see our Fall production of James and the Little Dribblers (co-ed) Grades K – 1 DATE: Sunday, Feburary 11, 2018 Giant Peach, Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends and their Sunday, 12:45 – 1:30 pm amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. This play was chosen (no weekly practice) for its great life lesson that friendship comes in many shapes and sizes but real TIME: 5:00 PM family are those who love and support you. The cast of 41 actors created a true Pee Wees (co-ed) Grades 2 – 3 Practice: Tuesday, 6 - 7 pm community theater experience for all who were involved. Special thanks to LOCATION: 4330 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis Games:Sabes Sunday, 1:45 - JCC, 2:45 pm Nancy Michael, ACT Director, for making this amazing experience happen!

Meet Andrew Rommelfanger We are excited to welcome Andrew as our new Club J Program Supervisor! Many of you may already know Andrew, as he was also our Outdoor Adventure (ropes course) Director this past summer at Camp Butwin. Andrew went to the University of Nebraska and has a lot of great experience working with kids as a league coordinator, coach and counselor. If you have not yet met Andrew, his office is in Club J and his hours are Monday – Friday, noon until 6 pm.

HEY, ST. PAUL KIDS! JOIN US FOR SPRING BREAK AT THE J! When school’s out, the JCC is in! When your child has the day off from school, they’re invited to join us for fun arts and crafts activities, gym games, field trips and more! Register one week prior to the program. $63 • $42 Member Value Price $26 Club J Member Value Price

Team MN JCC Maccabi Calling ALL teens! Join us for an informational kick-off meeting to discuss this years upcoming JCC Kick-Off Meeting Maccabi Games and ArtsFest which is being held in Orange County , Californina in August. The JCC Rookies (Boys) Grades 4 – 6 Practice: Tuesday, 7– 8 pm Games: Sunday, 3 – 4 pm

Rookies (Girls) Grades 4 – 6 Practice: Thursdays, 6 –7 pm Games: Sunday, 4:15 - 5:15 pm

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What is your favorite food? Anything Italian What are your hobbies? Video Production, Guitar and Singing, Soccer, and Writing Who is your favorite Super Hero? Wonder Woman What is your favorite sports team? Creighton Bluejays (College Basketball) Do you have a favorite memory that you want to share? This past summer as a whole… especially starring as myself in the Soap Opera. It was such a “special” time. (the specialists were the best)

immortal songs that make GREASE a favorite among rock and roll fans of all ages.

A partnership of the St. Paul JCC and the Sabes JCC.

Sarah Fedorowicz Nelson Youth & Family, Lodge on the Lake & Camp Butwin Director sarahf@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4768

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Ben Savin Maccabi Games bens@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4759

Tara Freiberg Sports & Rec Manager taraf@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4744

PERFORMANCES Thursday, January 25 • 7 - 9 pm Saturday, January 27 • 7 – 9 pm Sunday, January 28 • 2- 4 pm $9 ADULTS $6 CHILDREN & SENIORS $3 TEENS on Saturday Tickets purchased in advance (online or at the St. Paul JCC Front Desk) will be available for pick up at Will Call the day of the performance. Additional tickets may be purchased at the door, pending availability.

Alyssa Golob Program Director alyssag@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4736

FITNESS When it comes to improving health and performance, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. No matter where you are on your path to health, fitness and performance, our team will help empower you to achieve your goals. All our fitness professionals are certified EXOS Fitness Specialists, committed to helping you reach higher and achieve more! For more information, contact Carolin Magstadt. Push yourself to the next level! Our highly specialized instructors teach a wide variety of small group classes designed to expand your limits, increase your strength and improve your overall health. Registration required. For more information, contact Amy Hodge.

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specialty fitness classes

There is nothing like the camaraderie and sense of community that comes with exercising together under the coaching, motivation and leadership of our talented team. Check out our schedule – we offer a wide range of FREE classes throughout the week as well as our specialty fitness classes.

FELDENKRAIS Tuesday 9:30 am; Thursday 6 pm Each scientifically-designed weekly Feldenkrais lesson enhances your self-awareness and movement abilities, adding more pleasure, confidence and biomechanical efficiency to all you do. Dress in layers and bring a towel. KRAV MAGA Monday & Wednesday 8 pm The official self-defense system of the Israeli Defense Forces, Krav Maga is an effective method emphasizing instinctive movements, practical techniques and realistic training for adults of all ages.

To register visit stpauljcc.org

New to Personal Training? A personal trainer can help you get results, stay motivated, build confidence and design a program specifically for you!

3 PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS FOR $150

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Offer valid for new clients only. For more info contact Amy Hodge.

Amy Hodge Group Exercise & Personal Training Coordinator amyh@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4764

BOOT CAMP For over 30 weeks, this group of enthusiastic exercisers has been gathering 3x a week at 6 am for our St. Paul JCC Bootcamp. The results? They have lost 71.7% body fat and 119.47 pounds of fat. They have increased their push-ups by 361 reps, air squats by 588 reps and sit-ups by 179 reps! But more importantly they have built community, trust and support for each other.“Wow. I never envisioned myself as someone who would jump out of bed to exercise, but this class has changed everything! It’s all about the group support. I invite any one of you to join in. You will feel great.” – Michael Waldman, CEO

HARDSTYLE KETTLEBELLS Monday 7:30 am Increase strength, build muscle and burn calories in this intense Kettlebell class. Combine cardiovascular and strength exercises for the ultimate, total-body workout. Participants should be able to get down on the floor, and have no shoulder mobility limitations. This class combines technique drills with a workout.

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUES January 15 – March 28

BOOTCAMP Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6 am Our JCC Bootcamp is designed to improve your fitness level, motivation and accountability. Bootcamp incorporates fun, effective workouts, a supportive community and personalized coaching. Our Bootcamp is more than achieving fitness goals; it’s about accomplishing sustainable results! TAE KWON DO Tuesday & Thursday 7 pm This Korean-style martial art is an excellent conditioning and selfdefense port. Class is co-ed and appropriate for all skill levels. T’AI CHI CHIH Experienced: Thursday 8:30 am Beginner: Friday 8:30 am T’ai Chi Chih is a set of 19 movements and one pose. It is a soft, flowing, moving meditation practiced by tens of thousands of people around the world. It’s easy to learn and brings benefits to many, including peace of mind, improved health and, simply, joy. ESSENTIAL PILATES CIRCUIT Tuesday 8 am This class features traditional mat Pilates exercises that introduce you to the fundamentals of Pilates movements.

Carolin Magstadt General Manager Health & Fitness carolinm@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4763

Christina Mendelson Membership Specialist christinam@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4749

Pay It Forward

Plus, receive a $25 ! gift card

Refer a Friend. Help your friends lock into the lowest possible rates. This is the best time to join the St. Paul JCC Fitness Center! For more info contact Christina Mendelson at 651 + 255 4749 or christinam@stpauljcc.org

Tara Freiberg Sports & Rec Manager taraf@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4744

18+ MEN’S LEAGUE (Team Registration) Wednesdays 6 - 10 pm $600 per team

35+ MEN’S LEAGUE Mondays 6:30 - 9:30 pm $600 per team

For more info contact Tara Freiberg.

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I N C L U S I O N D E PA R T M E N T Inclusion is woven into the fabric of our JCC. We work to build community where everyone acknowledges and respects people’s difference while celebrating our inherent gifts. Whether it is through integrated programming or disability-geared opportunities, we welcome everyone to participate in our St. Paul JCC community. For more info, contact Megan McClanahan.

GREASE at the J Sunday, January 28 • 1 – 4 pm $9 • $6 seniors and children under 12 Join us for the All Children’s Theater production of Grease. Pre-show get together starting at 1 pm with beverages and snacks included. Register by January 18.

Tuesday Food Tour – Pie Sampling Tuesday, February 20 • 6 – 8 pm $15 • $10 Member Value Price We will find the best pie in St Paul! Enjoy eating pie at three different locations and we will decide our favorite. Register by February 13.

Drumming and Dessert

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Thursday, March 15 6:30 – 8 pm $8 • $5 Member Value Price If you like to drum or want to learn, this is for you. Forty-five minutes of drumming with beloved music instructor EB followed by a delicious dessert buffet. Register by March 8.

Welcome, Megan! We are thrilled to welcome Megan McClanahan as our new Inclusion & Accessibility Coordinator. Megan comes to us with over 10 years of experience in recreation and education. Before coming to the J, she worked as the Lead Paraprofessional for Aspen Academy Charter School (Savage, MN) and Great Expectations Charter School (Grand Marais, MN), coordinating staff and working with students in all grade levels and with a wide range of disabilities. She has also spent her summers working for various outdoor recreation organizations, including Three Rivers Park District as an instructor for adaptive programming. We are so fortunate to have Megan as part of our team! “I am looking forward to getting to know everyone and being an important resource to all our families and participants. I am here for you and want to be as open and available as I can.”

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Megan McClanahan Inclusion & Accessibility Coordinator meganm@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4772

Are you MARvelous? If you’re planning to pursue higher education and are looking for ways to cover the cost, the JCC’s MARvelous Education Fund can help. The fund will award a $5,000 scholarship to one recipient and is open to all JCC members and staff. Preference is given to JCC involvement, academic achievement and financial need. For more information, contact Alyssa Golob. This fund was established by Dan and Amy Farsht and Steve and Stephanie Farsht to honor their grandmother, Marion Farsht, and great aunts Anita Marx and Rose Shapiro. Applications are available in January at the Front Desk and are due by Friday, March 17.

Thanks to donors from all across our community, and thanks to you, we have almost reached our campaign goal. C R E AT I V E A R T S W I N G Plans are now underway for the new Creative Arts Wing, the final phase of our reimagined St. Paul JCC. This beautiful wing will provide a designated home for dynamic and creative cultural arts programming and will increase our capacity to be the premier community destination for theater, fine arts, dance, films, speakers and more.

A special thanks to Michael & Joanne Silverman, who increased their gift and have created a $300,000 Challenge Grant to help us reach $12.5 Million, triggering a $2.5 Million Challenge Grant to complete our $15 Million Capital Campaign.

COMMON AREAS • LARGE, FLEXIBLE PROGRAMMING SPACE REHEARSAL ROOMS • MUSIC LIBRARY • TEACHING KITCHEN

We will be forever grateful for the commitme nt and steadfast work of our Capital Campaign Co-Chairs: Marilyn Smith, Steve Ru bin, Brian Kamin and David Kristal..

Simply fill out the enclosed envelope or contact Michael Waldman, CEO 651 + 255 4731 mwaldman@stpauljcc.org “The St. Paul JCC matters to our community. Our programs and services touch so many lives. We must make sure we support this vibrant and special place.” – Marilyn Smith

“The foundation for tomorrow’s JCC was created by generations of inspired leaders. Together, we can build our future here and for the next generation of inspired leaders” – Steve Rubin

“Nothing helps build community better than our JCC. A great building to march our superior programs will us strong for this generation and the next.” – Brian Kamin

• Martin & Esther Capp Family Foundation pledged $1 million to kick-start the JCC Renovation Project

2014 • Conducted Campaign Feasibility Study

2015 • Launched Capital Campaign • Hired Lawal Scott Erickson Architects, Inc.

“Growing up at the St. Paul JCC gave me a strong sense of community and contributed to my cultural identity. The unwavering support of all backgrounds remains inspiring to this day.” – David Kristal

OUR FUTURE . HERE .

2018

C A M PA I G N T I M E L I N E

2013

WE STILL NEED YOU Every Gift Counts!

2016 • Hired Kr aus-Andersen Constru ction • Total of $8.5 Million Pledged

2017 • Construction began June 1

SPRING 2018 Opening of new Fitness Center

SUMMER 2018 Anticipated opening of new Creative Arts Wing

• Ceremonial Groundbreaking June 21 • Nearly $12.5 Million Pledged (as of December)

• Total of $4 Million Pledged

T H A N K Y O U T O O U R G E N E R O U S C A P I TA L C A M P A I G N D O N O R S * Anonymous (41) Lyubov Abramovich Sandra Abramson Elaine & Mark Adelman Tracey and Kenneth Agranoff Katherine B. Andersen Fund Arlene Appelbaum Jeffrey Applebaum Stuart Applebaum Harvey & Judy Arbit Cathy & Steve Armstrong Naomi & Neil Arnold Carrie & Jerry Bader Jennifer & Paul Bagdade Wendy & Steve Baldinger Connie Barry Ellen Mack & Tom Bates Jean Becker-Thierer Rabbi Zalman & Nechama Bendet Dolores Bendetova Alyssa & Doug Berg Lidiya Berg Lisa & Alan Bernick Family Amanda Betz F. R. Bigelow Foundation Birnberg Family: Tammy, Carl, Stacy, Brad, Betsy, Barry Families, Lisa, Mark Lerman & Family Herman Birnbergz”l Susan S. & Gary J. Bloom Carole & Tim Bloom Daniel Rischall & Karen Blumberg Bonsignore/Garber Family Tom Cytron-Hysom & Robert Boyce Gail G. & Steve A. Brand Barbara Brihn David & Sheila H. Brod Holly & Jon Brod Farber Erne Bulach Jill Burchill Sarah Burkitt Calvin & Beverly Calmenson Family Foundation Martin & Esther Capp Family Foundation Flor Castro de Moreno Stephanie & Michael Chauss and Ida Chauss Bradley Clary Judy & James Clasen Jerry Helfand & Joan Cleary George & Joanne Clemens Soni and Michael Cohen Peter & Elise Cole Mary & John Comford Maureen & William Cosgriff Estate of Cynthia Cowan John Olcott & Katie Dauer Dori Denelle Jennifer and Joel Denenholz & Family Jim Dockman & Family Stacy & Michael Dockman Lisa & Paul Dorn Michael H. Dorner J.W. & Deborah Dougan Heidi Gesell & John Edgerton

* as of November 22, 2017

Robin & Pamela Ehrlich Bob & Laura Eng Carol & Mark Epstein Jay Ettinger Jennie & Stephen Ettinger Betty & Herbert Fantle Dan & Amy Farsht Steve & Stephanie Farsht Becky Feinwachs Carla & George Feldhamer Kevin Filter Rabbi Jeremy & Jessica Fine Bruce Fink & Family Marjorie & Mitch Fink Bert & Paula Finkelstein Wendy Finnegan Natalie Finnegan Nicholas Finnegan The Firefly Scientists’ Foundation Jack & Amy Fistler Ben Forman Bill Fox Mary & Jeffrey Frankson Howard Orenstein & Barbara Frey Pamela & Mark Friedland Gail & Gerald Frisch Nancy H. Fushan Sandra & Neal Gale Jim & Leenie Gantman Ken & Molly Garelick Burt & Lucille Garr Michael, Cindy, Alyssa, Sarah & Jacob Garr Rosie & Loren Geller Jill E. Gilfillan David Kristal & Cristiana Giordano Steven Miles & Jolene Gitis Rena & Barry Glaser Theresa & David Glaser Sieglinde Gassman Peter & Harriet Glick Barbara H. Davis & Timothy C. Glines Barb & Steve Godes and Family Barry & Janice Godes Sarah Godfrey Debbie Goldberger Robert D. Goldberger Family Fund Herbert Goldenberg Laurie & Bruce Goldfarb Lynn & Howard Goldman Irwin D. Weisman Phil & Renae Goldman Alyssa & Barry Golob Malka Goodman Frank & Cookie Gordon Fred & Karen Gordon Rabbi Morris Allen & Dr. Phyllis Gorin David & Dani Gotlieb Marilyn & Dean Greenberg Becky Varon & Drew Greenberg Myra & Roger Greenberg Sara & Dan Greenberg Steve Greenberg Seth Ozer & Jessica Grodin and Family Pat & Tom Grossman/Minnesota Community Foundation

z”l – of blessed memory

Merrill Biel & Leslie Hahn Hardenbergh Foundation Jean & Roger Harris Susan Henderson Dave & Sarah Hessler Cynthia Hill Amy Hodge Constance Holder Homeland Security and Emergency Management Patricia & Robert Hubert Hymanson Family & Laine Lehman Family Jerome & Judith Ingber Lisa Cohen & Amy Jacobson Susan A. Taylor & Jennifer Taylor James Eugene & Norita Jax Benjamin Johnson Lynnz”l & Gloria Johnson Family Raleigh & Hart Johnson Scott & Sally Johnson/Lewis H. Johnson Family Foundation Kris & Marty Johnston Brian & Sandy Kamin Evie & Mel Kamin The George Kaplan Foundation Harold Kaplan Jennifer & Robert Kaplan and Family Libby & Benjie Kaplan and Family Lindsay & Jamie Kaplan and Family Deborah Karasov Nancy Karasov Barbara Kaster Kathy & Harold Katz Anne Marie Kaul Roy & Stephanie Kay Ellen & Young-Nam Kim Marcy Noodell & Corey Kirshenbaum Seman Bronshteyn & Ida Kishko Regina Klachko E Gary & Marion Klein Belina Reisman & Floyd Knight Izabella Knurenko Sofiya Kopylova John & Leola Kowalski Laurie & Joel Kramer Anna E. Schorer & Gary R. Kravitz Chuck Kundschier Howard & Elaine Kuretsky Family Matthew Kyler Muriel & Lewis Lachter Nancy & Stephen Lane Olga Larson Lesli Hines & Michael Launer Amy Leavitt Janet & Charlie Leavitt Jack Lemmon, Kaela Brennen & Family Suzanne & Stanley Leonard Lerner Foundation/Adam Lerner Madeline Leventhal Allen & Nancy Levine Jimmy & Stephanie Levine Sheldon Berkowitz & Carolyn Levy Harriet Levy Dorothy Lipschultz William Lipschultz

Ami Berger & Brian Lindeman Sally Lorberbaum Shari Lowenthal Harvey Mackay Maggie Madden Rhoda & Donald Mains Sarah & Angelo Marasigan Mardag Foundation Mairs & Power Lesli, Michael, Sophia & Andrew Marasco Margaret Hoover & Charles Maron Judith & Todd Marshall Margaret Vogel-Martin & Phil Martin Lidia & Marutova Florie & Robert Marvy Joseph & Diane Mast Robert & Julie Mast Carol McCarty Regan McCormack Joan McGirl Linda Passon-McNally & Bernard McNally Aldoza Berdiyeva & Georgiy Melikov Robert S. Metcalf Joanne Michels Bonnie Resnick & Alan Milavetz Family Ronald I. Miller Minneapolis Glass/Jennifer Lang Lois Moheban Paul Williams & Mickey Moore Jay W. & Michelle D. Monpetit Rebecca & Eddie Shasha-Moradian and Family Susan & Scott Mortensen Moses-Zirkes Family Jan & Bill Munson Carole & Roger Needels Sarah Fedorowicz Nelson & Andrew Nelson Barbie Levine & Sara Lynn Newberger Lois Newberger Barbara Nilles Stuart Nolan Riva & Ellis Nolley Judy OBrien Kristen & Terry O’Brien Ann & Roger Oelschlager Phyllis Karasov & Alan Olstein Lidia Osipchuk Tim & Wendy Oskey Janet Otteson Otto Bremer Trust Jon & Robin Parritz Pamela & Jon Passman Amy & Howard Paster Jacki Paster Linda & Robert Perry Marvin Pertzik Anne C. Russell & Merrell M. Peters Anna Marie Piccolo Barbara Pogoler Noelyn & Truman Porter Barbara Grossman & Jeff Prauer Susan Pred Jody A. Cohen Press & Steven M. Press Nicole & Steve Putzel Holly Radis-McCluskey

Andrew Rapoport Edward Rapoport Ida Rapoport Lynne & Andrew Redleaf Rhoda & Paul Redleaf Kay Reich Nancy & Chuck Reich Judith & John Reiling Heidi Resnick Marley Richman Anne & Mike Rickert Sherm and Jan Ringer Wendy & Jeff Ringer Patricia Rivard Tammie & Phil Rosenbloom Cynthia Rosenblatt Ross Hart Rosenblatt Lisa & Adam Rosenfield Max Rosenfield Paul & Connie Ross Stephanie Ross Robert Hyman & Susan Roth Victoria & Gennady Rozinov Jodi and Scott Rubin Wendy & Steve Rubin Brenda Saavedra-Weis & Ramiro Saavedra Gayle & Bill Saeks Jodi & Daniel Saltzman Fern & David Sanders Danielle Salus Stuart Sanders Ben Savin Michael & Polly Saxon Family Fund – Inver Grove Ford Lincoln Karen & Paul Schanfield James & Bernadette Scheib Linda & Leonard Schloff Lynn Schuleman Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Penny Schumacher Steve Muenzer & Jean Scott Rosalyn & Yoav Segal Lisa Brenner & Michael Selon Rosemary & Raymond Sevett The Shacter Family Cabrini & Scott Shaller Michelle & Steven Shaller Rossy Shaller Emily & Daniel Shapiro Susan & Neal Shapiro Bert Shear Candace & Michael Shields Serafima & Vitaly Shumilovsky Diana & Sherwin Sieden Andrea & Jeffrey Siegel Dianne & Leightonz”l Siegel Joanne & Michael Silverman Frank Lerman & Carol Simon Michael Simon Drs. Thomas & Teri Skadron Miriam & Eli Skora Ellen & David Sloane Maria Smirnov Marilyn Smith Diane & Rick Smookler

Arkadiy Sokolovskiy Claudia Spencer Howard Stacker Michael Staenberg Linda & Jim Stein Sue & Peter Stein Oren & Sharron Steinfeldt Foundation Rachel & Adam Stern Vicki & Lloyd Stern Peter & Paula Stewart Cyr Cantor Rachel & Rabbi Adam Stock Spilker Marcia & Joel Stone Nancy Sullivan Nicole Summers Marilyn & Morgan Tamsky Katherine & Jeffrey Tane Alex & Mollie Tankenoff Family Foundation Hindy & Scott Tankenoff and Family Susan & Loren Taple Susan Tervola Mamie Vang & Lang Thao The Saint Paul Foundation Cynthia Launer & Will Thomas Ken & Bob Tilsen Families Joel & Gail Tilsner Ryvelle & William Tilsner Cathy Tobias Sharon & Bill Torodor Tom & Linda Troskey Marni & Alex Tselos Richard & Marie Tschida Constance Tuck-Brown Marissa & David Upin Mark & Lynn Mandle Usem Andrew & Rachel VanWey Jane Vaynerman Mary Jo Villaume Victor Vital Judi Belzer & Jerry Waldman Erin & Michael Waldman Kevin & Lisa Walker Helene & Hillard Ward Tracie & Jeffrey Ward David & Mary Ann Barrows Wark Robert R. Weinstine Michelle & Jeremy Welford Scott Wexler Barb Wildes Gerald Wildes Mary P Williams Dr. Peter & Madee Wilton Barbara Winthrop Jean Witson Cathy & John Wolf Judy & Peter Wolf Terry & Susan Wolkerstorfer Xcel Energy Joan & Neil Yarmo Nataliya Yatsura Zamansky Professional Association Rabbi Asher Zeilingold Honey & Larry Zelle Marsha Zimmerman Patrick Zimmerman

We apologize if your name has been inadvertently omitted from this list.

JEWISH LEARNING

A D U LT P R O G R A M S

Jewish life, JCC-style. Please join us to enhance your knowledge, interest and enjoyment of Jewish culture and life through exciting and enriching family events, children’s programming, lectures, concerts and community partnerships. For more information, contact Tracey Agranoff.

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

KORAH IN THESE TIMES Tuesdays, January 9 – 30 • 7:30 - 9 pm $60 • $40 Member Value Price We begin with biblical Korah narrative, and then turn to later Jewish sources on conflict, kavod and belonging. Our intention is to deepen our understanding of forms of conflict, both personal and social and provide resources for meeting the challenges they present. Register by Monday, January 8.

FINDING SELF, SPIRITUALITY AND ULTIMATE MEANING Thursdays, February 1 - March 15 • 7 - 8 pm $80 • $60 Member Value Price Join Rabbi Alan Shavit Lonstein, director of By The River, for this six-part exploration of what it means to find your true self, what is spirituality & where do we find it and the practice to find ultimate meaning. Register by January 25.

MEN’S CLUB 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Monday of the month • 9 - 10:30 am Join us for Men’s Club! Each meeting consists of songs, breakfast and a skilled speaker from the Twin Cities community. We host speakers that present on a wide variety of topics that appeal to anyone who has a desire to learn about and discuss what’s going on at a community, national and global level. Please check website for upcoming speakers. .

Community Partners: Hineni, Center for Contemplative Practices and By the River.

MEN’S CLUB ROUNDTABLE 4th Monday of the month • 9 - 10 am Engage in thought-provoking discussions and debate on current world events. Everyone learns, everyone teaches. Men’s Roundtable takes place at Sholom Home East in the Nosh Nook. 740 Kay Avenue in St. Paul.

Community Partners: Hineni, Adult Jewish Learning & Contemplative Practices

HEBREW TIME WITH TAL Thursdays, ongoing • 10 - 11 am Enjoy a morning coffee break, learn to speak a little Hebrew and talk all things Israel with our Community Shlicha Tal Dror. This RAJE (Random Act of Jewish Education) is free and everyone is welcome.

JEWISH HISTORY THROUGH SONG Tuesdays, March 6 – April 10 • 7 - 8:30 pm $90 • $60 Member Value Price A lively, comprehensive overview of Jewish history, political and religious movements using song as our medium. Register by February 27. LEARN & MAKE MATZAH BAKERY Sunday, March 25 • 2 - 4 pm FREE Our friends at Living Legacy bring Matzah-making to the JCC. Whether you are a regular Matzah taster or a new to Matzah this is the event for you and the entire family. Delight in taking home your very own freshly-baked matzah, a baker’s hat, and a Shmurah Matzah for your family Seder table. Register by March 23. Community Sponsors: RAJMN and Chabad of Greater St Paul

ENGAGE WITH JEWISH LEARNING Saturday, January 13 • 7 pm $20 Advance • $25 At Door • Free for ages 30 and under Location: Talmud Torah of St. Paul Engage with Jewish learning! Enjoy great teachers and stimulating conversations as you choose from an array of classes including text study, literature, cooking, dance and more! After classes, schmooze over refreshments. Register by January 8 at ttsp.org or contact Tracey Agranoff. Community Partners: Talmud Torah St. Paul and Hineni

JLI: JEWISH LEARNING INSTITUTE – THE ART OF COMMUNICATION Tuesdays, January 30 - February 27 • 7 - 8:30 pm $85 • $60 Member Value Price In the era of social media, the value of healthy communication between family, friends and associates is widely appreciated, even as its form now undergoes a drastic shift. How do we find suitable paths for effective communication? This course explores Judaism’s insight into forging positive, effective and fruitful interactions. Register by January 29 at myjli.com.

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR: A STUDIO J EVENT Wednesday, April 11 7 - 8:30 pm $18 Through a variety of texts and commentary – Jewish and those of other cultures – we will engage in an exploration of “The Golden Rule” with Community Educator and Hineni Director, Sara Lynn Newberger. Our learning will continue with the creation of your own keepsake art-piece with Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator, Tracey Agranoff. JLI: JEWISH LEARNING INSTITUTE – THE EXISTENCE Tuesdays, April 24 – May 29 • 7 - 8:30 pm $85 • $60 Member Value Price Rethink everything you know about our universe. Explore the nature of our world and the meaning of the human condition as you contemplate existential questions about consciousness, the physical and the metaphysical, to unveil the hidden unity and pervading truth of our existence. Register by April 24 at myjli.com. Community Partners: Chabad of Greater St. Paul

WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE 4th Monday of the month • 9:15 - 10:30 am $5 Here’s your chance to meet the most interesting women in town in a forum that’s up close and personal. Please visit stpauljcc.org for upcoming speakers. JCC BOOK GROUP 4th Thursday of the month • 10 - 11 am Our book group, facilitated by Beth Friend, read a wide variety of texts: novels, memoirs, non-fiction, short stories and everything in between. Please visit stpauljcc.org for upcoming titles.

Thank you, Jimmy! Does this guy look familiar? Well, he should! This is Jimmy Skoog who has served on the St. Paul JCC’s custodial staff for 40 years. And now, after years of dedicated service, he is retiring. Jimmy has been a friendly face around the JCC and his friends and colleagues have come to depend on and love him. “Jimmy is one of those rare individuals who was willing to do anything. No job was too big or too small. We are truly grateful to Jimmy for his 40 years of service and friendship.” – Anna Marie Piccolo, Operations Director Jimmy, thank you for all that you done to serve the JCC. Farewell, but not good-bye.

Tracey Agranoff Jewish Life & Learning Coordinator tagranoff@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4735

C O N TA C T S

Community Partners: Chabad of Greater St. Paul

Barbie Levine Director of Adult Services blevine@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4734

out on the town Explore and experience the best the Twin Cities has to offer. If it’s happening in town, we’ll be there! Transportation from the St. Paul JCC is provided. For more info, contact Barbie Levine. MUSEUM OF RUSSIAN ART Thursday, January 18 1 – 3:30 pm $12 • $8 Member Value Price A docent exhibition tour of Vladimir School of Painting, an exhibition that will uncover the unique regional art style that emerged in the town of Vladimir in the 1960s and 70s. Register by January, 11. FOCI MINNESOTA CENTER FOR GLASS ART Thursday, February 15 9:15 am – noon $27 • $18 Member Value Price A morning of learning about the art of glass blowing and watching a demo of the creation of a glass blown object from start to finish. Register by January, 31. RAISEN IN THE SUN AT PARK SQUARE THEATRE Sunday, March 4 1 – 5 pm $52 • $35 Member Value Price “A sterling production.” Star Tribune Register by February 5. INDECENT AT THE GUTHRIE Wednesday, March 7 Noon – 4 pm $42 • $28 Member Value Price Inspired by the 1923 Broadway debut of Sholem Asch’s God of Vengeance - a play that follows a Jewish brothel owner and the lesbian romance between his 17 year old daughter and a prostitute. Register by February 5. HISTORY AT THE COMMODORE BAR & RESTAURANT Thursday, April 19 3:30 – 5:30 pm $8 • $5 Member Value Price Join us for something to drink and eat, and learn about why the Commodore is synonymous with 1920s and 1930s literary legend, gangster lore and a who’s who of the glamorous jazz age. Drinks and food are not included in the price. Register by April, 10.

THE

EVENT

On November 19, over 700 people from both sides of the river gathered together for the second annual Twin Cities-wide event to celebrate as one! The evening included a once-in-a-lifetime experience – the history of the Twin Cities Jewish Community “Hamilton”- style, a surprise guest appearance by Senator Amy Klobuchar, entertainment by speed painter & performance artist DelStarr, great schmoozing opportunities and delicious food & drink. The evening recognized Nancy & Steve Schachtman and Michelle & Steve Shaller for their outstanding contributions to our community. The St. Paul JCC and the Sabes JCC want to thank our generous donors and sponsors, our event co-chairs Linda Fiterman and Polly Saxon and the over 60 volunteers who made The J Event a night to remember! “Let us remember the work that this community has done to build bridges and not walls… to not only find common ground but higher ground… to make Minnesota such a special place.” – Senator Amy Klobucher

The Marvin J. Pertzik

J E W I S H C U LT U R A L A R T S D E PA R T M E N T The arts can open new ways of seeing the world, spark our imaginations and allow us to connect with ideas and concepts through a uniquely creative, Jewish lens. We are dedicated to engaging the community in the exploration of Jewish identity and culture through film, performance, theater, visual arts and music. For more information contact Alyssa Golob.

JANUARY 4 – 28, 2018

ST. PAUL JCC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The oldest community orchestra in the United States, the St. Paul JCC Symphony Orchestra just celebrated its 90th year! Our 45-piece volunteer orchestra performs and practices weekly the arrangements chosen by Director and Conductor Amir Kats who will begin his sixth season with the St. Paul JCC’s Symphony Orchestra. This season we are on the road! WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 • 7:30 pm Location: Sabes JCC WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 • 7:30 pm Location: Temple of Aaron Synagogue SUNDAY, APRIL 15 • 3:00 pm FAMILY CONCERT Location: Beth Jacob Synagogue WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 • 7:30 pm WITH SHULY NATAN Location: Mount Zion Temple

Celebrating the Jewish contribution to the world of humor, the 2018 Twin Cities Jewish Humor Festival includes stand up, performance, film, author talk, workshop, improv and an art exhibition! OPENING THE CONVERSATION: CULTIVATING A TRANSGENDER INCLUSIVE JEWISH COMMUNITY Tuesday, March 13 • 1 – 3 pm at Sabes JCC We often talk about creating LGBTQ inclusive communities, but what does a welcoming community really look like? How do we go beyond words and delve into action? Deep listening, commitment, and understanding are key to this work. Join us for this special event to learn about what steps you can take to widen the Jewish tent. Planned in partnership with the Sabes JCC and J-Pride.

Books and Brews presents DIASPORA BOY: COMICS ON CRISIS IN AMERICA AND ISRAEL WITH WRITER AND ARTIST, ELI VALLEY Special warm-up by The Chosen Few Wednesday, January 24 at 7:30 pm Location: Blackstack Brewery 755 Prior Ave North, St. Paul $12 ADVANCE; $14 SAME DAY – Ticket includes a token for a free beer.

Visit sabesjcc.org or call Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006

An evening with writer/artist Eli Valley and his first full-scale anthology, Diaspora Boy, provides an essential retrospective of America and Israel at a turning point. Valley’s work has been featured in The Nation, The New Republic, The Village Voice, The Nib, The Guardian, The Daily Beast, Gawker and elsewhere. His art has been labeled “ferociously repugnant” by Commentary and “hilarious” by The Comics Journal. With meticulously detailed line work and a rich satirical palette peppered with perseverating turtles, xenophobic Jedi knights, sputtering superheroes, mutating golems and zombie billionaires, Diaspora Boy unmasks the hypocrisy and horror behind the headlines. Book sale and signing to follow. Warming up the crowd for this fun event will be none other than returning favorites and local Jewish improv troupe, The Chosen Few.

CALENDAR AT A GLANCE JANUARY 4 – 28 GALLERY EXHIBIT Picture This: Encountering Humor Sabes JCC SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 OPENING NIGHT COMEDIAN Adam Grabowski and Special Guest Chuck Gollop

7:30 pm

Sabes JCC

SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 FILM: THE LAST LAUGH A Minnesota premiere!

2 pm

Sabes JCC

MONDAY, JANUARY 22 A PICKLE by Deborah Yarchun 7:30 pm

Sabes JCC

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 Diaspora Boy: Comics On Crisis In America And Israel 7:30 pm with Writer and Artist Eli Valley Special warm-up by The Chosen Few

Blackstack Brewery 755 Prior Ave N, St. Paul

THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 COMEDIAN Gina Gold 7:30 pm with Special Guest Wendy Berkowitz

Sabes JCC

SATURDAY, JANUARY 27 LADIES NIGHT with Jess Salomon and DeAnne Smith

SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 WORKSHOP: ARTrageous Mad Lib Collages A family event! SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 GALLERY EXHIBIT RECEPTION

7:30 pm

Sabes JCC

1 – 3 pm

Sabes JCC

3 – 5 pm

Sabes JCC

C O N TA C T S

Visit sabesjcc.org or call Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006. Alyssa Golob Program Director alyssag@stpauljcc.org 651 + 255 4736

D O N AT I O N S

ABRAHAMSON FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND Ellen Mack and Thomas Bates In honor of Al Abrahamson’s birthday In honor of Rabbi Misha Zinkow’s retirement AREA OF GREATEST NEED Ardis and Fred Blumenthal Lori and Brad Fritz Andrew Furman Julie Moss and Norman Toichiner In memory of Robin Kuretsky Greco Stephanie and Michael Chauss Steven and Michelle Shaller In memory of Wendy Oskey’s Mother Marilyn Horowitz In loving memory of Esther Capp Jerome Ingber and Judith Brin Ingber In honor of Steve Rosenstone’s retirement Tammie and Phil Rosenbloom In honor of Stephanie Chauss’ special birthday Deanna Wiener and Jim Tilsen In memory of Harry Tobias Barbara Winthrop In honor of Rhoda Mains’ special birthday NAOMI AND NEIL ARNOLD WOMEN’S HEALTH AND WELLNESS FUND Neil and Naomi Arnold Burt and Lucille Garr Linda Gilfix Barry and Rena Glaser Roberta and Fred Kravitz Wendy and Keith Rutman In memory of Miryom Arnold Cass RON AND RUTH BEAR MEMORIAL HEALTH AND FITNESS FUND Esther and Jim Paletz In honor of Marilyn Chanen’s special birthday In memory of Elaine Simon SUSAN S. AND GARY J. BLOOM FUND Gary and Susan Bloom Burt and Lucille Garr Wishing Susan and Gary Bloom a very happy anniversary BRIER-GLACHMAN ADULT TRANSPORTATION FUND Judith and Arnold Brier DAVID AND SHEILA H. BROD FAMILY FUND Barry and Rena Glaser In honor of Sheila Brod’s special birthday Mariam Zamansky With best wishes for a speedy recovery to David Brod JACK BUTWIN CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Lynn and Buddy Abramson Darrell and Loni Ansel Joy Butwin Efron Diane and Richard Cohen Andy Furman - Continental Diamond Tom and Randy Edelstein Vivian and Bob Ezrilov Judy Graceman Marcia and Brian Howard

D O N AT I O N S

Joni Hymanson Karen and Irving Katz Judy and Marty Kuretsky Mark and Lisa Lerman and Family Doug and Sharon Mangine Kim and Greg Marvy Mischa and Barbara Penn The Knish Lunch Dear Friends c/o Barbara Raport Francie and David Rosenberg Steve and Nancy Schachtman Todd and Margaret Spainhower Chelle and Marvin Stillman Marlene and Laurence Strauss Marcia and Larry Swartz Tony and Holly Weinstine Karen and Joe Zimlich and Family In memory of Robin Kuretsky Greco Richard and Beverly Behr With best wishes on Judy and Steve Emmings’ 50th wedding anniversary Dick and Bev Behr In appreciation to Skip Effress Joy Butwin Efron In memory of Jerry Bratter Dorothy Lipschultz In memory of Gloria Esensten Bob and Mary Mersky Thinking of Howard and Elaine Kuretsky Susan Pred Elaine Steinman Scott and Hindy Tankenoff Gary and Marshall Tankenoff In memory of Marion Bans CALMENSON FAMILY FUND FOR SENIOR ADULTS Dori Denelle In honor of Howard and Elaine Rubin’s daughter Dori’s engagement Nolan Family Foundation In memory of Marian Bans Judy Goldberg In honor of Don Bernstein’s special birthday Joanie Levey In honor of Arlene Appelbaum’s special birthday MARTIN AND ESTHER CAPP BUILDING IMPROVEMENT FUND Sally Orren and Harold Arenson Steve and Cathy Armstrong Dori Denelle Burt and Lucille Garr Barry and Rena Glaser Patti Goldberg Dan and Sara Greenberg Howard and Elaine Kuretsky Charles and Janet Leavitt Don and Rhoda Mains Simma Flottemesch and Orenstein, LTD Anna Marie Piccolo Sherm and Jan Ringer Steve and Wendy Rubin Lloyd and Vicki Stern Jim Tankenoff Tom Boesen, Julie LaForte and Michael Yellen In memory of Esther Capp

CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP FUND Steve and Barb Godes In memory of Seymour Leventhal Toby Godes Markus In memory of Marian Bans Sue and Kenneth Palmer In appreciation for the care taken for grandson Matthais Palmer-Denig CLAIRE AND ROY COHEN YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND Jody Cohen Press In appreciation to Dr. Evan Ballard Steven Press and Jody Cohen Press In memory of Esther Capp In memory of Riva Gruenberg CULTURAL ARTS FUND Betty Baumgarten In appreciation of 90 years of great concerts! Dori Denelle In honor of the engagement of Daniel Olson and Ben Goldberg Dori Denelle Charlie and Janet Leavitt In memory of Kevin Olson’s mother, Rosemary Olson DR. BILL DERECHIN MEMORIAL FUND Anna Marie Piccolo In memory of Asuncion Delmar-Gomez BETTY AND SEYMOUR FALK ARTS AND ATHLETICS ENDOWMENT FUND The Falk Family In loving tribute to Esther Capp Carol Lewis Lewensohn In memory of Betty and Seymour Falk MICHAEL FALK MEMORIAL SPECIAL NEEDS FUND Steven Falk and Eloise Hartman In loving memory of Thelma Lois Hankin SUSIE AND LESLIE FISHMAN FITNESS CENTER FUND Harriet Levy With best wishes to Dr. James and Joanne Smith in their new home FRIENDS OF THE ARTS Arlene Appelbaum In memory of Anne Strasser’s dear father Ed Morgenstern Harriet and Marvin Levine BURT AND LUCILLE GARR FUND Burt and Lucille Garr In honor of Wendy and Jeff Ringer’s 30th wedding anniversary In honor of Rita Shear’s birthday With best wishes for a very happy anniversary to Jodi and Dan Saltzman With best wishes for a happy birthday to Cindy Garr The Ringer Family and The Saltzman Family In honor of Cindy Garr’s birthday

SHARON GIBSON LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FUND Dori Denelle In honor of Karen Schanfield receiving the Cardozo Society’s Sidney Barrows Lifetime Achievement Award

National Mah Jongg League, Inc Sherm and Jan Ringer In honor of Don Bernstein’s special birthday In memory of Seymour (Brook) Leventhal In memory of Andy Pogoler In memory of Dori Pelz Sherman

MICHAEL BENJAMIN GLASER FAMILY FUND FOR INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAMMING Burt and Lucille Garr Remembering Michael Benjamin Glaser Joel and Sarah Glaser In appreciation of Debbie and Greg Greenberg’s generous hospitality In honor of Katie Sanders’ birthday Barry and Rena Glaser In honor of Edwin Michaels’ 90th birthday In honor of Jan and Sherm Ringer’s wedding annivrsary In memory of Dori Pelz-Sherman In memory of Honnen Weiss With best wishes for a speedy recovery to Dorothy Abramson With best wishes for a speedy recovery to Elaine Adelman With best wishes for Muriel Lachter’s speedy recovery Thank you to DeDe Wolfson “Fore the Kids” Event Sharon and Mike Posnansky Wishing Rena and Barry Glaser all good things in their new home Katie Sanders Congratulations on Barry and Rena Glaser’s new home In honor of Sarah Glaser’s graduation from high school and launch to college

EVELYN AND MEL KAMIN ENDOWMENT FUND Donz”l and Paula Bernstein Neena Cohen In honor of Evie Kamin’s 45 years at the JCC In memory of our dear cousins, Bob and Selma Goldish Thomas and Deborah Frishberg

HARRIET AND PETER GLICK CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Barry and Rena Glaser In honor of Peter and Harriet Glick’s son’s marriage Peter and Harriet Glick In memory of Esther Capp

PEARL AND JOSEPH KRAWETZ FAMILY HEBREW ULPAN FUND E Leah Krawetz

GRACE AND MAX GRANZBERG SENIOR TRANSPORTATION FUND E Leah Krawetz Terry and Susan Wolkerstorfer In honor of Lorraine Hertz’ 94th birthday SARA AND DAN GREENBERG FUND Sara and Dan Greenberg In loving memory of Marion Bans SAM AND SUE HOFFMAN SENIOR SERVICES FUND Julia and Marshall Hoffman In honor of Alden Hoffman becoming a U.S. citizen In honor of Chuck Frohlich’s 90th birthday In memory of Sam Hoffman INCLUSION AND ACCESSIBILITY FUND Burt and Lucille Garr In memory of Wendy Oskey’s mother Wishing Stan Leonard a very happy birthday Wishing Jan and Sherm Ringer a very happy anniversary With best wishes for a speedy recovery to Linda Gersick

CY KASTER YOUTH HEALTH AND FITNESS FUND Carol Gurstelle With belated birthday wishes to Barbara Kaster Barbara Kaster In honor of Julie and Barry Landy’s anniversary In honor of Layne and David Rosen’s daughter Melia’s engagement Barbara Kaster Robin and Bryan Landy In honor of Mark Kaster’s special birthday MIRIAM AND LEROY KIEFFER ENDOWMENT FUND Rena and Barry Glaser Susan Goldman Judy Graceman Marilyn Marker and Bud Shapiro Elaine Steinman In honor of Miriam and Lee Kieffer’’s 60th wedding anniversary

LEAVITT FAMILY JEWISH EDUCATION FUND Charlie and Janet Leavitt In memory of Kevin and Amy Olson’s brother, Kerry Olson MACCABI FUND Michael and Stacy Dockman In memory of Robin Kuretsky HATTIE AND HENRY MAROFSKY ADMINISTRATIVE FUND Stuart and Joann Marofsky In honor of the birth of Marilyn and Ralph Shapiro’s granddaughter In memory of Alan Katz In memory of Helene Kramer In memory of Leighton Siegel In memory of Mimi Yeuson SHERMAN AND EVELYN MARRINSON MUSIC MEMORIAL FUND Phyllis and Lloyd Robinson In memory of Robin Kuretsky Sharon and Bill Torodor In memory of Marion Bans In memory of Esther Capp In memory of Leighton Siegel

BILL AND ROSE MARVY CAMP BUTWIN ENDOWMENT FUND Bob and Florie Marvy In honor of Darlene and Larry Braufman’s 50th wedding anniversary In memory of Nancy Calvin Bob and Florie Marvy and family In memory of Robin Kuretsky-Greco In memory of Seymour “Brook” Leventhal MIKE AND LOIS MOHEBAN ENDOWMENT FUND Neena Cohen In honor of Lois Moheban’s Bat Mitzvah In memory of Seymour (Brook) Leventhal With thanks and appreciation and lots of love to Keith and Lois Moheban RUTH AND MAURICE RISCHALL FUND Dori Denelle Burt and Lucille Garr Evie and Mel Kamin Ellen Mack Michael and Erin Waldman In memory of Ruth Rischall Thomas and Deborah Frishberg HEATH ROSENBLOOM YOUTH ATHLETIC MEMORIAL FUND Mimi Aitchaalal In loving memory of John Roddy Bill and Nancy Rosenbloom In memory of Helene Rose Friedges In memory of Evelyn Wilson STAN RUBIN ENDOWMENT FUND FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH Steve and Wendy Rubin In loving memory of Robin Kuretsky MAX AND FELICIA SCHULZ FAMILY FUND Susan and David Berkus Barbara and Raymond Kalmans In honor of Shirley and Marshall Besikof’s 50th wedding anniversary Kevin and Heather Besikof, Leo, Wesley and Milo Justin and Meira Besikof In honor of Walter Kalmans’ 50th birthday Marshall and Shirley Besikof In honor of Justin and Meira Besikof’s daughter’s Madelyn and Ivy’s B’nait Mitzvahs In honor of Wesley Besikof’s Bar Mitzvah In honor of Larry and Darlene Braufman’s 50th wedding anniversary In honor of Steven and Susie Fiterman’s 50th wedding anniversary In honor of Barbara and David Rosenberg’s 50th wedding anniversary In honor of Dr. and Mrs. Victor Sandler’s daughters’ marriages In memory of Barry Gerr Wishing Diane Ingber continued good progress and speedy recovery Wishing June Lapidus continued good progress and good health With best wishes for a speedy recovery to Andrea Smith

This list acknowledges, with gratitude, contributions of $10 or more that were received from July 1 – October 31, 2017. If we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled your name, please notify Evie Kamin at 651 + 255 4741 or Stacy Dockman at 651 + 255 4730 and we will include a correction in the next issue of Attractions.

Thank you for your generous support of the St. Paul JCC’s funds and programs.

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STEVE SCHUMACHER FUND Penny Schumacher and Brad Jolson In memory of Tim and Wendy Oskey Family’s dear mother and grandmother SENIOR ADULT FUND Ruth Ann Schumeister Best wishes to Don Bernstein on his special birthday FRANCES AND TED SHUIRMAN FUND Bob and Mary Mersky Patty Wolkoff In memory of Ronna and Tom Sherman’s daughter-in-law Dori Sherman ROSE AND CLARENCE SIEGEL AND DIANNE AND LEIGHTON SIEGEL FAMILY FUND Lynn and Buddy Abramson Steve and Cathy Armstrong Friends and Family of Leighton Siegel Inna and Gregory Braginsky Susan Calmenson Scott and Debbie Cooper Michael and Lorraine Davis Susan and Len Druskin Barb and Neal Frank Eileen Garelick Steve and Barbara Godes Miriam and Michael Goodman Diane Hull and David Grafstein Diana Idelkope Judy Ann Karon Jennifer and Scott Lang Stan and Sue Leonard Gwen and Irving Lerner Deborah and Jeff Manlove Chuck and Fran Mannis Pamela McNamara Marjorie and Donald Passman Lisa and Mark Ratner Doreen and David Richter Phyllis and Lloyd Robinson Betty and Marty Rosenstein Richard and Barbara Schumacher Marjorie Sigel and Dick Van Deusen Julie Silverman and Bard Borkon Vicki, Michael and Isabella Siskin Harold and Maxine Slobof Tom and Laurie Smith Sharron Steinfeldt

Michael and Gail Swor Dale Melin Walters Kathy and Howard Zack In memory of Leighton Siegel Dianne Siegel In honor of Linda and Leonard Schloff’s grandson Theo’s Bar Mitzvah HARRY AND ADDIE SILVERMAN ENDOWMENT FUND Michael and Joanne Silverman In honor of Arlene Appelbaum’s 80th birthday In memory of Barby In memory of Esther Capp In memory of Robin Kuretsky Greco In memory of Ronna and Tom Sherman’s daughter-in-law In memory of Bob Wallack SONNIE SILVERMAN CHILDREN’S LIBRARY FUND Larry and Honey Zelle In loving memory of Robin Kuretsky MILTON G. AND EVELYN S. SMITH DAY CARE AND CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Linda and Steve Laden In loving memory of Rick Chiat NORMAN S. AND ETHEL D. SMITH DAY CARE AND CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Norman and Ethel Smith In loving memory of Amy Levey In memory of Seymour “Brook” Leventhal In memory of Leighton Siegel SMOOKLER CHALFEN FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND Burt and Lucille Garr Barry and Rena Glaser In honor of Diane and Ricky Smookler’s wedding anniversary With best wishes for a very happy birthday to Diane Smookler Burt and Lucille Garr With best wishes for a happy birthday to Diane Smookler Bob and Mary Mersky Honoring Diane and Ricky Smookler With best wishes for a healthy and peaceful New Year to Ricky and Diane Smookler

STANLEY AND ZELDA STRAUS FUND Neal and Laura Straus TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Donz”l and Paula Bernstein Thinking of Joanie Levey Burt and Lucille Garr In memory of Honnen Weiss Wishing Joanie Levey a very happy birthday Howard and Lynn Goldman In honor of Don Bernstein’s birthday Nancy Karasov and Sylvia Fineberg Wishing Lorraine Hertz happiness Audrey Kiges In memory of Honnen Weiss Yelva Lynfield In honor of Lorraine Hertz Sally Orren In appreciation to Rich Nagel In appreciation to Rich Neumeister Sally Orren and Harold Arenson In memory of Anabel Blacker In memory of Andrew Pogoler Thinking of Pearl Rosen and wishing her well Debbie Sher In memory of Ruth Rischall DR. JEFFREY WEINGARTEN MEMORIAL FUND FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION Karen Yarmo, Paula Yarmo and Neil and Joni Yarmo In honor of Stephen Weingarten and Connie Dickson’s anniversary JACOB D. WELLMAN CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Barry and Jan Godes WOMEN’S HEALTH AND WELLNESS FUND Burt and Lucille Garr In honor of Don Bernstein’s special birthday Thinking of Muriel Lachter Ron and Betty Ellis In honor of Muriel and Lou Lachter’s 50th anniversary ZIMMERMAN TECH STAGE FUND David and Theresa Glaser

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