Center Scene March 2015

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OUR GIRLS FRIDAY

Celia Barash and granddaughter Ellie (cover photo) have a standing date at the Center Page 2

EXPRESSIONS FINE ART Israeli Art Exhibit & Sale Page 8

PRE-PASSOVER SPIRITUALITY RETREAT

with Kirtan Rabbi Andrew Hahn, Ph.D. Page 9

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STORY

Our Girls Friday

By Andrea Kronzek

head to the atrium for Shabbat Sing, and then have lunch. Exhausted from all that activity, Ellie takes a much-deserved snooze and when she wakes up, David is there to whisk her off to play at Recreation Station, the Center’s indoor play gym.

Working out at the JCCGW for so many years has paid off for Celia. She is now in great shape for all the bending, lifting and schlepping she does on Fridays spending time at the Center with Ellie. And she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Ellie Barash (center) and her grandmother Celia Barash (right) spend quality time together at the Center every Friday.

They often let David Barash (left), Ellie’s grandfather and Celia’s husband, join in.

Some JCCGW regulars say that the Center is their home away from home. Member Celia Barash spends so much time at the Center that one could turn that phrase around and say her real home is her home away from the JCCGW! Celia was born in Washington, DC, and moved to Los Angeles with her family when she was 3. At 18, she went to Israel (she remembers the exact day because it was six days after the Six-Day War) and attended The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. After graduation, she moved back to the DC area and earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of Maryland.

this wasn’t where they met). They have two sons who, when they were young, Celia and David brought to the JCCGW for programs such as Chanukah and Purim celebrations, Fill-in-the-Gap and babysitting.

Currently, Celia is education director of Bethesda Chevy Chase Jewish Community Group (BCCJCG) which meets at the Center on Sundays. On Wednesday nights, she is at the Center teaching Hebrew for BCCJCG. Celia has also worked for Montgomery County Social Services, JSSA, the Hebrew Home and St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.

Celia and David work out in the JCCGW fitness center several days each week. In Some 40 years ago, Celia worked at Camp the summer, they spend a lot of time at the JCC supervising the leadership-in-training outdoor pool. program. She also taught Hebrew at the Center for Camp JCC and for young adults Ellie, Celia and David’s granddaughter, is who were planning to go to Israel. one year old. Celia has been bringing Ellie to the JCCGW every Friday since Ellie was Celia and her husband David both attended three months old. They attend Shabbat singles programs at the JCCGW (but, alas, Shalom playgroup in the parenting center,

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CENTER SCENE EDITORIAL STAFF Treva Bustow, Chief Marketing Officer Mauricio Garcia, Production Artist/Design Andrea Kronzek, Editor Center Scene, the magazine of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington, is issued monthly from September through June.

The Center is a member of the Jewish Community Centers Association of North America, a beneficiary agency of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, and receives support from the United Way and Combined Federal Campaigns.

For information on advertising in Center Scene, contact Rebecca Salzman at 301.348.3754 or rsalzman@jccgw.org.

Center Scene assumes no responsibility for the kashrut status of products advertised.

ALL ARE WELCOME The JCCGW embraces and welcomes the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to seek meaning and fulfillment by participating in our rich programming inspired by our Jewish heritage. We open our doors to everyone, including people of all backgrounds, religions, abilities and sexual orientations, and interfaith couples and families.

Inclusion permeates our Center.

Inclusion is belonging.

center OFFICERS Bradley C. Stillman, President Felicia K. Gottdenker, President-Elect Brian Pearlstein, Vice President for Administration/Treasurer Heidi Hookman Brodsky, Vice President for Development Mindy Berger, Vice President for Member & Guest Services

Arthur Polott, Vice President for Programming Neil Gurvitch, Vice President & General Counsel Matthew Weinberg, Secretary Andrew Chod, Assistant Secretary Darryl Shrock, Assistant Treasurer Monique Buckles, Ombudsperson EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Robert G. Epstein IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Scott M. Cohen BOARD OF DIRECTORS Gilly Arie Helen Rubin Brent Berger, MD Tracy Bloom Schwartz Robert I. Black Reed Sexter Nathan Bortnick Andrew P. Shulman Andrew Bridge Dale Singer Brian Gaines Maurice VerStandig Toby Gottesman David Waghelstein Holli Beckerman Jaffe The Honorable Jeff Randi K. Meyrowitz Waldstreicher Candace Ourisman Sharon Zissman Adam Polsky COUNCIL OF ADVISORS Daniel H. Abramowitz Jeffrey Linowes David S. Bender Lawrence Mann Stuart Bindeman Alan Meltzer Dean Eisen Robert Phillips Bernard Forseter Pamela Nadell, PhD Greg Friedman Howard Ross The Honorable Julie Silver Douglas F. Gansler Kathy Sklar Toni Goodman Marc Solomon Eric Kassoff Robin Taub Michael Kay Michael E. Winer Mark Lerner Susan Zuckerman PAST PRESIDENTS Harry M. Linowes Morris Cafritz z”l Steven D. Lustig Marcella E. Cohen Philip N. Margolius Scott M. Cohen Col. Benjamin Ourisman z”l The Honorable Sydney M. Polakoff Stuart E. Eizenstat Richard B. Reff, M.D. Barry P. Forman Leo Schlossberg z”l Rosalie B. Gerber z”l Burnett Siman z”l Michael S. Gildenhorn Beth C. Sloan Col. Julius Goldstein z”l Charles E. Smith z”l Simon Hirshman z”l Andrew M. Stern Lesley Israel John D. VerStandig Rosalyn Levy Jonas Bernard M. Weisz Edward H. Kaplan Bernard S. White z”l Joel S. Kaufman z”l Morton H. Wilner z”l Harry King z”l Donald E. Wolpe Fred Kogod z”l Robert P. Kogod z”l of blessed memory Samuel Lehrman EXECUTIVE TEAM Michael Feinstein, Chief Executive Officer Treva Bustow, Chief Marketing Officer Ruth E. Carski, Chief Financial Officer Tracey E. Dorfmann, Chief Program Officer Amy I. Gantz, Chief Operating Officer Adam Tennen, Chief Development Officer EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EMERITUS Robert H. Weiner

MARCH 2015

LEADERSHIP

The Next Big Thing at the Center Message from Michael

There are two things that I love most about being at the JCC. The first is that on any given day, I can greet a preschooler and a senior. There is no generation gap here as our programs attract everyone from the “greatest generation” to “boomers” to “Gen Xers” to “Millennials.” The second is the incredible variety of programs happening here every day – from fitness to preschool, from yoga to senior lunch, from water aerobics to dance, from camp to literature and film – the list goes on.

Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that serves so many with such variety motivates me and keeps me thinking about what we can do next to engage and meet the needs of our community.

What I learned through the application process is that Parkinson’s is the second most common neurodegenerative disease (after Alzheimer’s), affecting almost one million Americans. It is associated with a progressive loss of motor control as well as non-motor control symptoms such as depression and anxiety. There is no cure and almost 60,000 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. While the incidence of Parkinson’s increases with age, an estimated four percent of people with Parkinson’s are diagnosed by age 50.

I am thrilled to announce that our Center and the JCC of Greater Boston were the first two JCCs And there is never a shortage of Michael Feinstein, CEO selected for the expansion of this things we can do next at the Center. We are often initiative. We will receive a three-year grant and approached with new program ideas or offers, technical assistance and support from Georgetown requests to partner with another organization University Medical Center to build a quality, to host a program in the Center, and requests to comprehensive Parkinson’s Wellness program with co-sponsor another organization’s program held exercise, support and educational components. elsewhere. Assessing these opportunities takes considerable time and thought. The filter that my The goals of this program are: staff and I use is whether the opportunity advances • To provide vitally needed wellness, support and our mission and aligns with our values. We consider education opportunities for individuals living with whether the program builds community or connects Parkinson’s and their families and friends. us with Israel. Is it inclusive? Will it help advance • To raise awareness about Parkinson’s and living a participant’s mind, body and/or spirit? And, of well with Parkinson’s. course, we have to consider financial implications.

• To become part of a national network of compassionate partners in this initiative to Last September, I was intrigued when a colleague provide hope and improve quality of life for presented me with an opportunity for our Center to individuals living with Parkinson’s. apply to participate in The Edmond J. Safra National • To collect data on program outcomes that will be Parkinson’s Wellness Initiative. This program shared at the national and international levels. started in 2007 as a ground-breaking communitybased partnership with the National Parkinson This is a special opportunity for our Center to Foundation (NPF), the JCC of Manhattan and the partner with Georgetown University Medical Center NYU Langone Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders to put wellness within the reach of individuals and Center, funded by The Edmond J. Safra Philanthropic families affected by Parkinson’s through a new Foundation. What attracted me to the possibility approach that combines expert medical care with of participating is that the program involves a new intentional wellness, through physical exercise, community center based model of care for patients education and support in a warm community with Parkinson’s disease. Further, the concept environment. The program’s low-cost services will connects directly to our values of serving the entire be open to anyone with Parkinson’s. Please look for community, caring and compassion, diversity and announcements later this spring as we roll out this inclusion, and a holistic approach to wellness. In next new wellness initiative. addition, we would have the opportunity to partner with an NPF Center of Excellence to improve the wellness of individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s in the Greater Washington area.

Photo by Shmulik Almany

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Facing Fertility Issues

Learn the FUNdamentals

It’s a Hit!

Tuesday, March 3 | 7:45 p.m.

Many find the world of fertility isolating and time consuming. Take some time for yourself to connect with others facing similar issues. Dr. Karen Wasserstein, a psychologist with a focus on health and fertility, will host this support group the first Tuesday of each month at the JCCGW.

jccgw.org/fertility

Tournaments of Champions

Interested in getting involved in some healthy athletic competition? Join one of the upcoming adult tournaments — dodgeball, kickball, basketball, volleyball and more. For details, please contact Anthony Hunter at 301.348.3852 or ahunter@jccgw.org.

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Our youth sports classes teach kids the FUNdamentals of soccer, basketball, tennis, t-ball and more in a high-energy, noncompetitive program designed to encourage good sportsmanship and a love for sports. The next session runs from April 19 through June 13.

For more information, please contact Anthony Hunter at 301.348.3852 or ahunter@jccgw.org. To register, please visit jccgw.org.

FREE Running Clinic Tuesday, March 10 | 3-5 p.m.

Want to improve your running? Avoid injury? Find out what may be causing those aches and pains? Rachel Miller, PT, OCS, RRCA certified running coach, and the physical therapists at ProAction Physical Therapy will offer individual running assessments to JCCGW members. You must sign up for a time slot by calling 301.881.2273.

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Are you looking for a way to stay active, be social, and have a lot of fun? Then join a JCCGW co-ed softball league!

We host two leagues—one on Sunday mornings and one on weeknights—for players of all ability levels. Join as a formed team of 12-18 players, or sign up as a free agent and we will place you on a team. Play starts in April. If you have any questions, please pitch them to Anthony Hunter at 301.348.3852 or ahunter@jccgw.org. To register, please visit jccgw.org.

INDOOR TRIATHLON

Just TRI It!

Sunday, March 22 Check in 7:30 a.m. | Race 8-9 a.m.

This modified indoor triathlon is for individuals age 13-26 with special needs. Become a triathlete in just 60 minutes (swim for 10 minutes; bike for 30 minutes; run for 20 minutes).

Completion is the goal in this fun, noncompetitive challenge. For more information or to register, please visit jccgw.org/justtriit or contact Leah Schwartz at 301.348.3735 or lschwartz@jccgw.org.

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MARCH 2015

SUPPORT

A Night Supporting Scholarships at the Honoring Michael and Cathy Gildenhorn with the Benjamin Ourisman Memorial Award for Civic Achievement Wednesday, May 27 | 6:30 p.m.

Please join us as we present Michael and Cathy Gildenhorn with the Benjamin Ourisman Memorial Award for Civic Achievement in recognition of their outstanding contributions to our community.

Michael and Cathy Gildenhorn

IMAGINE the difference you can make for individuals and families who are struggling financially yet want to participate in our programs. Proceeds from this event will benefit the JCCGW’s scholarship program, which enables us to provide a sense of belonging and the warmth of community to so many.

IMAGINE what we can make possible together. Please make your sponsorship level commitment today to be included on the event invitation.

Mindy and Lou Berger, Rebecca and Nathan Bortnick, and Carol and Michael Winer are co-chairs of this special evening. For more information about IMAGINE, please contact Jodi Shulimson at 301.348.3769 or jshulimson@jccgw.org.

jccgw.org/imagine

Never Too Young to Support the Center For Eva Chambers’ 5th birthday, her parents, Jessica and David, requested that friends and family consider donating to the Camp JCC Special Needs and Inclusion Program in her honor. Eva and her brother Jordan are Camp JCC campers.

Love the JCCGW

The JCCGW wishes Eva a very happy 5th birthday, and we thank the Chambers family for their thoughtfulness and generosity in supporting the JCCGW in this meaningful way.

To learn more about the inclusion program at Camp JCC, please visit jccgw.org/champions.

For information on ways to support the JCCGW in honor of a special occasion or in memory of a loved one, please contact Chief Development Officer Adam Tennen at 301.348.3815 or atennen@jccgw.org.

Camp JCC camper Eva Chambers and counselor Janie Klein

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CHILDREN & FAMILIES

COMMUNITY PURIM CELEBRATION

Be Who You Want to Be! Sunday, March 1 | 3-5 p.m.

©Ellie Morgan, Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License

Come as you are or as somebody else; just be sure to come to the JCCGW annual Purim celebration! The Israel Scouts (Tzofim), Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and other community organizations are planning a fun family afternoon featuring games, activities and refreshments. For more information, contact Amit Levinson at 301.348.3863 or alevinson@jccgw.org.

jccgw.org/purim

Music is Better Together

Music Together is an internationally-recognized program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who love them.

A new session of Music Together starts at the JCCGW this month. Classes are held on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. For details, visit jccgw.org/parenting or contact Lauren Dworkin at 301.348.3837.

“We have taken Music Together over the past several years, and cannot thank you enough for the wonderful program you run. Both my children and I loved every class!”

Preschool at the JCC of Greater Washington

Our Teachers Make the Difference

IT MAY BE OLD TO ME, BUT IT’S

New to You

Sunday, March 8 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Are you looking for a bargain on baby/children’s items? Then be sure to visit the JCCGW Preschool’s annual New to You sale. The sale will feature gently-used baby/children’s products such as clothing, activity mats, carriers, baby gear, high chairs, strollers, exersaucers, toys, books, DVDs, puzzles, baby linens and costumes, as well as maternity clothes. All items are priced to sell, with proceeds going directly to benefit the preschool.

Mom’s Night Out… For Eight Nights in Israel July 5-14

Our talented and dedicated staff is committed to ensuring each child’s happiness, safety and growth.

• Preschool for children ages 24 months-5 years • Half and full-day options, 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.

• Conveniently located in Rockville, Maryland • Full day Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten (ages 5 to 6) includes weekly swim lessons • Free membership with full year enrollment

Enrollment Now Open! jccgw.org/preschool I get so much joy from seeing my daughter run into school each morning, excited to see her teachers and friends. Each day is filled with new experiences that engage and inspire my child.

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The JCCGW and the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) are offering a FREE trip to Israel just for moms. Together we will see some of the special sites of Israel, including the Dead Sea and the mystical city of Tzvfat, and learn more about Israel and our connection to the land. For details, visit jccgw.org/jwrp or contact Ora Cohen Rosenfeld at 301.348.3830 or orosenfeld@jccgw.org.

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CAMP, YOUTH, TWEENS & TEENS

MARCH 2015

Join the Camp JCC Staff Family

CAMP JCC 2015 SESSIONS Session 1 June 22-July 2

(no camp Friday, July 3)

Session 2 Session 3

July 6-17 July 20-August 7

SUMMER KIDS CLUB 2015 Aleph Week June 15-19 Bet Week August 10-14 Gimmel Week August 17-21 For more information, call 301.348.3883 or send an email to campjcc@jccgw.org.

Spaces are filling fast!

Apply at jccgw.org/camp

Arts Alive

Jewish Enrichment through the Arts

Camp JCC 2014 Reunion

Sunday, March 8 | 1-3 p.m. at Pump It Up 9172 Gaither Rd | Gaithersburg, MD Camp JCC is excited to reunite with all our summer 2014 campers. Catch up with your friends and see what adventures await for Camp JCC 2015!

For details on the reunion, contact Sarah Weissman at 301.348.3847 or sweissman@jccgw.org.

Are you enthusiastic, passionate, creative, dependable, active and full of ruach (spirit)? Then spend an amazing summer at Camp JCC as a unit head, specialist, counselor, swim instructor or nurse! This is an eight-week commitment from June 15 to August 7. For more information, contact campjcc@jccgw.org.

Apply at jccgw.org/camp

Spring Break Fun April 3 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

April 6-9 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Building Community Arts Alive, an interactive Jewish educational experience for children in grade K-2, fosters positive Jewish identity, nurtures a love for Jewish life and learning, and inspires a passion for the arts. It is about building a community that is inclusive of children, parents and families from a variety of backgrounds. It is also about building a love for Jewish community by developing strong Jewish identity that keeps our families connected and engaged.

Registration for Arts Alive for the 2015-2016 school year opens next month. For details about Arts Alive, visit jccgw.org/artsalive.

Attention Teachers, College Students, Teens, Moms & Dads:

Celebrate

your child’s birthday at the JCC of Greater Washington

Saturdays & Sundays 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.

Join Kids After School for a week of fun-filled activities! Morning care (8-9 a.m.) and afternoon care (3:30-6 p.m., except April 3) are also offered. For details and to register, visit jccgw.org/afterschool or contact Rebecca Boots at 301.348.3767 or rboots@jccgw.org.

JCCGW birthday parties are the perfect way to celebrate your child’s special day!

For details, send an email to birthdayparties@jccgw.org.

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ARTS & CULTURE

GOLDMAN ART GALLERY

GOLDMAN ART GALLERY

Rough Around the Edges

Expressions Fine Art

Inspirations in Paper by Ronni Jolles Featured Through March 15 Open when JCCGW is open Reception: Sunday, March 8 | 2-4 p.m.

Ms. Jolles will present a talk about her artwork during the reception at 2:30 p.m.

Israeli Art Exhibit & Sale | March 22-29 Reception: Sunday, March 22 | 2-4 p.m.

The Center is pleased to welcome back Expressions Fine Art. Sponsored by the Israeli government, this art show and sale features a special and unique collection of new and exciting fine art work created by some of the best contemporary Israeli artists. For more information about the exhibit, including gallery hours, please visit jccgw.org/gallery or contact Phyllis Altman at 301.348.3770 or The JCCGW gratefully acknowledges The Kaplan Family Foundation for supporting this exhibit. paltman@jccgw.org.

POLINGER ARTISTS OF EXCELLENCE CONCERT SERIES

Fine Arts String Quartet Sunday, March 8 | 7:30 p.m.

With a unique and innovative art form, Ronni Jolles uses hundreds of kinds of paper, gathered from around the world, to create highly textured and dimensional artwork. For more information about the exhibit, please visit jccgw.org/gallery or contact Phyllis Altman at 301.348.3770 or paltman@jccgw.org.

The JCCGW gratefully acknowledges The Kaplan Family Foundation for supporting this exhibit.

The venerable Fine Arts Quartet ranks among the most distinguished and authoritative ensembles of our time, with an illustrious history of performing success and an extensive recording legacy. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit jccgw.org/concerts or call the box office at 301.348.3872.

Fine Arts Quartet Master Class Monday, March 9 | 7:30 p.m.

This free master class presented by Fine Arts Quartet features Maryland Classic Youth Orchestra (MCYO) students. RSVP to Janet Getz at 301.348.3779 or jgetz@jccgw.org.

music to your ears MUSIC LESSONS

Guitar • Piano • Violin • Flute • Voice Percussion • Clarinet • Saxophone Contact Janet Getz at 301.348.3779 or jgetz@jccgw.org.

CHAMBER PLAYERS SERIES

United States Air Force Band Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

March 11 | USAF String Quartet Plus One March 18 | Airmen of Note Jazz Combo March 25 | Chamber Wind Ensemble FREE. RSVP to Janet Getz at 301.348.3779 or jgetz@jccgw.org.

The JCCGW is supported by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. Funding for the Maryland State Arts Council is also provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency which believes that a great nation deserves great art. The JCCGW is also supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County, the County Executive’s Ball for the Arts, and private sources.

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JEWISH FAMILY LIVING & LEARNING

MARCH 2015

Pre-Passover Spirituality Retreat with Kirtan Rabbi Andrew Hahn, Ph.D. Sunday, March 29 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Kentlands Mansion in Gaithersburg Led by Kirtan Rabbi Andrew Hahn, Ph.D. and Rabbi Elyssa Joy Auster, director of Jewish life and staff rabbi at the JCCGW, this retreat will feature meditation, chanting, a Yoga Seder, mindful eating, art and more. A vegan lunch by Doron Petersan, owner of Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats and a winner of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, will be served. The retreat fee is $118; space is limited.

For more information or to register, please visit jccgw.org/mindfulness or contact Rabbi Auster at 301.348.3861 or eauster@jccgw.org.

Kirtan Rabbi Andrew Hahn, Ph.D .

Doron Petersan

BIBLICAL ARCHAEOLOGY FORUM

Israel & the Conquests of Alexander the Great Thursday, March 19 | 8 p.m.

Get Your Hamantashen Here We will be selling delicious hamantaschen from Shalom’s in the JCCGW lobby from March 1-6. Be happy; eat hamantaschen!

ISRAEL FEST

Rock the Square for Israel’s 67th Birthday!

Sunday, May 31 at Rockville Town Square

This lecture, presented by Diane Cline of George Washington University, explores the relations between the Greeks and Jews during the Hellenistic period from the time that Alexander conquered the region in 332 BCE until independence was won in 141 BCE. For fees and other details, please visit jccgw.org/baf or contact Debbie Sokobin at 301.348.3760 or dsokobin@jccgw.org.

Israel Fest

JTS DAY OF LEARNING

“What is the Good Life? Happiness and Fulfillment in the Jewish Tradition” Sunday, April 26 | 1-5:15 p.m. at Congregation Har Shalom in Potomac This celebration of adult Jewish learning features the Jewish Theological Seminary’s outstanding and diverse faculty and fellows Dr. Eitan Fishbane, Rabbi David Hoffman, keynote speaker Dr. David Kraemer and Dr. Michal Raucher. For more information or to register, please visit jccgw.org/jts.

Come and celebrate the sights, sounds and flavors of Israel, right in your own backyard!

Israel Fest brings together friends, family and neighbors for a fun-filled afternoon of music, entertainment and food.

For more information, watch next month’s issue of Center Scene, visit jccgw.org or contact Tracey Dorfmann at 301.348.3712 or tdorfmann@jccgw.org.

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ADULTS

“After the Courthouse Burns: Rekindling Family History through DNA” Sunday, March 1 | 1 p.m.

Featuring Judy G. Russell, aka The Legal Genealogist

Records lost due to fire or other catastrophes at courthouses is a fact of life for genealogists.

When a disaster destroys our vital records, it may still be possible to light our families’ research fires – to rekindle our interest in ancestral roots – using DNA evidence. Cosponsored by the Jewish Genealogy Society of Greater Washington, this event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit jccgw.org/courthouse or contact Debbie Sokobin at 301.348.3760 or dsokobin@jccgw.org.

Musical Model Seder Thursday, March 26 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. at the JCCGW

Enjoy the symbolic foods of Passover, a delicious holiday meal and a festive seder featuring Rabbi Elyssa Auster of the JCCGW, Hazzan Matthew Klein of Beth El Congregation, and the JCCGW senior chorus led by Frieda Enoch. $8 per person.

For more information or to register, please contact Debbie Sokobin at 301.348.3760 or dsokobin@jccgw.org.

Take a Chance on Ballroom Dance Sunday, March 8 | 1-1:45 p.m.

We invite you to sample a FREE introduction to American-style ballroom dance. Michael Rubin, an experienced ballroom dancer, performer and teacher, will introduce you to the basics of the fox trot, waltz and cha-cha. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit jccgw.org/ ballroom or contact Debbie Clark at 301.348.3777 or dclark@jccgw.org.

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A Lifetime of Perspective

The 2014 A Lifetime of Perspective: Art by Older Adults exhibit featured some exciting sculptures. We are now looking for new and unique work for the 2015 show. If you are an amateur artist age 65+ and would like to show your work in the exhibit which will be featured in the Goldman Art Gallery May 10-June 2, please contact Kandy Hutman at 301.348.3740 or seniorartshow@jccgw.org to schedule a selection appointment. Space is limited, so act soon!

JOIN US

March 15, 2015

The Sara & Samuel J. Lessans

in Doing A World of Good Join the Greater Washington community, along with hundreds of thousands of volunteers from around the world, in a day of service on March 15, and be the GOOD you want to see in the world.

Space is limited. Sign up online today. GoodDeedsDayGW.org presented by:

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Thank You for Your Support To make a tribute gift, please visit jccgw. org/donate or contact Katya Pidgurskaya at 301.348.3855 or katya@jccgw.org.

This list reflects gifts received from January 14 through February 13.

CAMP Camp JCC Special Needs and Inclusion Program • in memory of Sanford Slavin

by Sharon and Robert Kinberg R. Andrew Helgeson “Heart of Gold” Memorial Endowment Fund for Camp JCC Counselor Awards • in memory of “our son, Andrew”

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • in honor of what would have been Andrew Helgeson’s 28th birthday on March 3rd

by Rita, Richard and Jennifer Helgeson • in honor of Jennifer Helgeson’s birthday on March 1st

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • in honor of Rita Helgeson’s birthday on March 14th

by Richard and Jennifer Helgeson • in honor of Richard Helgeson

by Jennifer and Rita Helgeson • in memory of Timothy Carroll, parents Khristin and John Carroll

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • get well wishes to Dr. Victoria Vetter

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • in memory of the victims of the Paris shooting

by Jennifer, Rita and Richard Helgeson • in honor of Rachel and Lavie Margolin for their support of the Jewish community in Paris

by Jennifer, Rita and Richard Helgeson • mazel tov to Ruth Book on the birth of her granddaughter, proud parents Layla and Lewis Book

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • in memory of Greg Murphy who passed away suddenly

by Rita and Richard Helgeson • get will wishes to Kathleen Collins

by Rita and Richard Helgeson Jane Hulman Camp Scholarship Fund • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Jerry Hulman • in memory of Eleanor Feinstein

by Jerry Hulman CHILDREN & FAMILIES Brett, Olin, Sanger and Shesser Family Endowment Fund for Children in Need • in memory of Arthur Shesser

by Marilyn Lapidus and Arnold Baer; Sonal Batra; Grant Berry; Janice Blanchard; Karen Dietrich and Keith Boniface; Nancy and Alan Bubes; Guenevere Burke; Tina Choudhri; Cathleen Clancy; Griffin Davis; Katherine Douglass; Pam Nadell and Ed Farber; Barbara Freedman; Harriet Freedman; Susan Freedman; Raj Gadhia; Tenagne Haile-Mariam, M.D.; Yolanda Haywood;

TRIBUTE CONTRIBUTIONS

Sara Garcia; the GW PA Group; Stella Kim; Aisha Liferidge; Juli Louttit; Raymond Lucas; Ela MacAnder; Anthony Macintyre; Rita, Manfredi, M.D.; Larissa May; Ryanne Mayersak; Melissa McCarthy; Francis O’Connell; Bruno Petinaux; Marsha Pinson; Michael Pirri; Rhoda Barish and Michael Polis; Sara and Larry Potter; Mitchell Rales; Julie and Peter Raskind; Orna and Randall Reiner; Colleen Roche; Joyce and Ben Schlesinger; James Scott; Anjum and Neal Sikka and family; Anita and Mark Silverman; Debby and Dan Tracy, Lesley Robinson and Howard Weiner; Florence Weinberg; Lauren Winter; William Wolfe

CULTURAL ARTS Cultural Arts Programs • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Janet Getz; Lynn and Michael Gittleson Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum Music Endowment Fund • in memory of Donald Brenner

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum • in memory of Ruth Deckelbaum

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum • in memory of Rajan Devadas

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum • in memory of Sam Schalowsky

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum • in honor of Rhona Morris’ speedy recovery

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum • in honor of Dr. Ben Williamowsky’s special birthday

by Vera and Ralph Deckelbaum Polinger Artists of Excellence Concert Series • in memory of Janet Getz’s father

by Marta Wassertzug EARLY CHILDHOOD Early Childhood Education Department • in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Altman’s daughter

by Bernice Kosan Step by Step Scholarship Fund • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by JCCGW Preschool Early Childhood Parents Committee • in memory of Eleanor Feinstein

by JCCGW Preschool Early Childhood Parents Committee Marc Jeffrey Streidel Memorial Playground Fund • in memory of Anthony Cort

by Robin and Glenn Streidel GENERAL SUPPORT Annual Fund • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Mindy and Lou Berger and family; Ruth Carski; Lisa Epstein; Karen and Robert Epstein; Suzanne and Michael Feinstein; Toni and Earl Goodman; Helen and David Rubin; Jodi and Mark Shulimson; Jen, Steve, Jordan and Yael Smith; Sara and Adam Tennen; Amy

Tomchin; Barbara Winnik • in memory of Isadore Gudelsky

by Judah Gudelsky • in memory of Gloria Mann

by Wendy Lance, Sandy Spring Bank • in memory of Sanford Slavin

by Patricia and Tilford Jones • in honor of Felicia Gottdenker’s special birthday

by Syma and Martin Mendelsohn • in honor of Noah Berger and Daniel Berger on their bar mitzvahs

by Suzanne and Michael Feinstein • in honor of Janet Getz and Daniel Getz

by Ruth Newhouse Rose and Louis Sohinki Endowment for Staff Development • in memory of Gary Jonas

by Jo and Arnie Sohinki HEALTH & FITNESS Health & Fitness Department • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Stefanie Sanders Levy SENIOR ADULTS Senior Adult Programs • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Debbie Sokobin • in memory of Steve Smith’s grandfather

by Debbie Sokobin Morris and Sonia Savage Memorial Fund for Senior Adult Education Programs • in memory of Sonia Savage

by May Savage Sweetbaum Family Endowment Fund for Senior Adult Programs • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Andi Kronzek; Selma and Harvey Sweetbaum • in memory of Rebecca Weistock

by Selma Sweetbaum Sam and Rebecca Weistock Endowment Fund for Senior Adult Programs • in memory of Rebecca Weistock

by Gloria Derkay; Sheila and Ross Kremer; Sharon Muller SPECIAL NEEDS & INCLUSION PROGRAM Dinner of Champions • in honor of Eva Chambers’ 5th birthday

by Tiffany Kelley; Felicia Levy; Gail and Steve Silberglied Benjamin L. Friedberg Endowment Fund for Children with Special Needs • in memory of Benjamin Friedberg

by Toby and Michelle Friedberg • in memory of Joey Newhouse

by Toby Friedberg Alma and Joseph B. Gildenhorn Endowment for Children with Special Needs • in memory of Donald Brenner

by Alma and Joe Gildenhorn • in memory of Robert Buckhantz

by Alma and Joe Gildenhorn

MARCH 2015

• in memory of Richard Hariton

by Alma and Joe Gildenhorn • in memory of Dorothy Linowes

by Alma and Joe Gildenhorn David Lev Kandel Memorial Endowment Fund • in memory of Thomas Kaczorowski

by Shira and Alan Leeds • in honor of Jack Gordon’s bar mitzvah

by Melanie and Rami Kandel Goldberg Goldman Endowment for Sports Activities for Children with Special Needs • in memory of Aaron Sichel

by Samantha, Julianna and Arielle, Barbara and Michael Goldman Special Needs & Inclusion Program • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Jodi and Scott Cohen TEEN PROGRAMS Barry P. Forman Past President’s Fund to Benefit Teen Programs • in honor of Barry Forman

by Marilyn and Marty Berger; Irving Warshaw JCC Maccabi Games • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Amy Gantz VOLUNTEER SERVICES Jacob Siegel and Sarah Siegel Sacks Memorial Fund for Volunteer Services • in memory of Jacqueline Dorfmann

by Gloria Derkay

Donate your vehicle and support three agencies.

• jewish Foundation for group Homes • jewish community center of greater washington • jewish council for the aging

Contact Adam Tennen 240.283.6000 at 301.348.3815 or

atennen@jccgw.org www.car-j.org

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE JCCGW

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 1 p.m. Genealogy Workshop: Rekindling Family History through DNA (page 10) 3-5 p.m. Community Purim Celebration at the JCCGW (page 6)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 12:30-3 p.m. Coming of Age Food & Fun at Sakura Restaurant in Olney. 301.348.3832 8 p.m. United States Air Force Band String Quartet Plus One

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 7:45 p.m. Facing Fertility Issues with Dr. Karen Wasserstein (page 4)

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 12:45-3 p.m. Coming of Age dessert reception and movie matinee at the JCCGW: “The Age of Love.” 301.348.3832

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 National Grammar Day FRIDAY, MARCH 6 12 p.m. New Friends for singles age 60+ to make new friends, enjoy social activities, and share common interests. 301.348.3760 SUNDAY, MARCH 8 9 a.m.-2 p.m. New to You sale of gently-used baby and children’s items (page 6) 10-11:30 a.m. Jewish Yoga with Cantor Rachel Hersh (in partnership with Adat Shalom).

301.348.3861 1-1:45 p.m. Free sample ballroom dance class (page 8) 1-3 p.m. Camp JCC 2014 Reunion (page 7) 2-4 p.m. Goldman Art Gallery exhibit reception: “Rough Around the Edges: Inspirations in Paper

by Ronni Jolles” (page 8) 7:30 p.m. Concert: Fine Arts String Quartet (page 8) MONDAY, MARCH 9 11 a.m. Hurwitz Internal Light Low Vision Support Group meets at Ring House. 301.348.3760 7:30 p.m. Fine Arts Quartet Master Class (page 8) TUESDAY, MARCH 10 3-5 p.m. (by appt.) Free running clinic (page 4)

SELMA SWEETBAUM SENIOR SATELLITE PROGRAM 301.348.3760

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Good Deeds Day (page 10) 3:30-4:30 p.m. Good Deeds Day Mindfulness Program. 301.348.3861 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 8 p.m. Concert: United States Air Force Band Airmen of Note Jazz Combo (page 8)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 8 p.m. Concert: United States Air Force Band Chamber Wind Ensemble (page 8) THURSDAY, MARCH 26 11:45 a.m. Musical Model Seder at the JCCGW (page 10) 1:30-3:30 p.m. Howard Lessoff History Club meets at the JCCGW. 301.348.3760 7:30 p.m. Mix & Mingle, a singles group for ages 50+ that provides a friendly atmosphere to meet others, share experiences, and discuss topics vital to our lives and times. 301.348.3808 8 p.m. Coming of Age excursion to Shakespeare Theatre Company: “Man of La Mancha.”

301.348.3832

SUNDAY, MARCH 29 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pre-Passover Spirituality Retreat THURSDAY, MARCH 19 (page 9) 10:30 a.m. Coming of Age meets at Shaare Tefila in Olney for “Wild Women of Washington, MONDAY, MARCH 30 DC: A History of Disorderly Conduct from the 10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Coming of Age Day @ the Ladies of the District” presented by author and Ring with exercise, discussion, hot kosher lunch historian Canden Schwantes. 301.348.3832 and entertainment by Lindsey Paradise: “An 8 p.m. Biblical Archaeology Forum: “Israel Afternoon of Broadway Classics.” 301.348.3832 and the Conquests of Alexander the Great” (page 9) SUNDAY, MARCH 22 7:30 a.m. Indoor triathlon for individuals with disabilities (page 4) 2-4 p.m. Goldman Art Gallery art show & sale reception: Expressions Fine Art (page 8) TUESDAY, MARCH 24 1:30-3:30 p.m. Coming of Age Movie Matinee at Leisure World Clubhouse I: “The Age of Love.”

301.348.3832

HEALTH & FITNESS HOURS Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

5:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

5:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

The building closes ½ hour after the H&F Department closes.

WEEKLY ONGOING PROGRAMS

SUNDAYS MONDAYS 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Elie Ronen Scott Family Gym Temple Solel in Bowie Ring House in Rockville MONDAYS 11 a.m. Women’s Connections 1st & 3rd WEDNESDAY 7:15 p.m. Duplicate Bridge OF EACH MONTH Young Israel Shomrei Emunah Congregation TUESDAYS in Silver Spring 1 p.m. Men’s Discussion Group 2nd & 4th WEDNESDAY 2:30 p.m. Chess OF EACH MONTH WEDNESDAYS Har Tzeon Congregation in Wheaton 10-10:30 a.m. Storytime Singalong.

THURSDAYS Age 5 and under with parent/caregiver Har Tzeon Congregation in Wheaton 2:30 p.m. Men’s Discussion Group Ring House in Rockville 12 6125 Montrose Road • Rockville, MD 20852 • jccgw.org • 301.881.0100

THURDAYS 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Senior Adult Chorus at Ring House 10:45 a.m. Seniors Organized for Change at Ring House 1 p.m. Scrabble 3 p.m. Drop-in Discussion in Hebrew FRIDAYS 10-11 a.m. Shabbat Shalom Age 6 mos.-3 yrs.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. Chess