August/September Kol Tikvah

AUG/SEPT 2024 Volume 44 Issue 4 ©2024

Temple Beth Tikvah 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell, GA 30075

770.642.0434

www.bethtikvah.com

Join us for Shabbat Services IN-PERSON at TBT, or ONLINE via bethtikvah.com or Facebook!

Friday Kabbalat Shabbat Services (Aug) 6:30 PM

2nd Friday Shabbat Services (Sept) 8:00 PM

Saturday Morning—10:00 AM

A MESSAGE FROM THE

Rabbi

As we embark on the 37th year of Temple Beth Tikvah's vibrant journey, I reflect on the progress and connections we've cultivated. One of my primary goals, as shared during our annual meeting in May, has been to amplify our synagogue's visibility within the Roswell community, and the broader Atlanta Jewish landscape.

Over the past few weeks, both Cantor Kassel and I have participated in a number of interfaith panels, and while some of the discussions have been challenging, they have been important. It continues to be vital for TBT to be at the table for these events, for the simple reason that interfaith dialogue is a tool for peacebuilding and paving the way for a more just and compassionate community.

My recent induction into the Roswell Rotary Club exemplifies this same effort. Rotary's emphasis on service above self aligns well with our imperative for tikkun olam. By collaborating on service projects, we address communal issues together, demonstrating the power of interfaith cooperation in making a tangible difference in our Roswell community.

Beyond Rotary, I have taken on leadership roles that extend our influence and strengthen our ties within the Atlanta Jewish community. My upcoming three-year term on the board of the American Jewish Committee underscores our congregation's commitment to battling antisemitism and promoting Jewish advocacy.

Additionally, I chair the clergy advisory group for MACOM (Metro Atlanta Community Mikveh), further emphasizing TBT's dedication to fostering Jewish life and understanding of Jewish rituals.

Congregationally, we continue to amplify our presence here in Roswell. Our monthly participation at Alive In Roswell has been great: being in spaces like this gives TBT the opportunity to stand out. To be seen on Canton Street and to meet wonderful people — some who may be Jewish, and looking for their Jewish home — but so many more who need to know us, because that's where allyships are made. TBT's upcoming Mitzvah Day, "Laura's Love,*" named in memory of Laura DeRiemer z"l, highlights our commitment to community service in our Roswell community. Laura was a beautiful woman whose unwavering dedication to the welfare of Pg. 2 News and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah

vulnerable souls in our community inspires us to make a tangible difference through engaging in acts of lovingkindness.

As we continue to pray for the safe return of the hostages taken during the horrific attack on Israel on October 7, we channel our energy into spreading love and hope, striving to do all that each one of us is able to bring peace back to the land of Israel and into our world.

AmYisrael Chai.

With another contentious presidential election approaching, in the spirit of peace, let us remember to respect, care for, and love one another, because no matter the outcome of the election, we will remain a holy community: a House of Hope, for all. In this tent of peace of ours, we hold fast to the teachings of our tradition that call on us to counteract a world where hatred attempts to thrive by responding to violence with ahava, tzedek, chen, chesed, and rachamim -- justice, righteousness, decency, inclusion and love, for the simple reason that to be a light unto the nations we must do as we are taught in Tehillim (Psalm 89:3) "Olam chesed yibanei - I will build this world with love.”

So let us, in the weeks and months ahead, as a Kehillah Kedosha, roll up our sleeves and dive into the task of healing this beautiful, yet sometimes cruel world.

Let us all show Roswell and the surrounding communities how Temple Beth Tikvah brings to fruition our Jewish values through our engagement in and out of TBT's walls.

Hodesh Tov!

Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner

*If you would like to learn more about "Laura's Love,” contact Sara Malkin, 2024 Mitzvah Day chairperson. If you would like more information about any of the other organizations mentioned above, please do not hesitate to reach out to me personally.

NOTES FROM THE

Cantor REFLECTIONS ON MY YEAR O F I N T E R N AT I O N A L T R AV E L

In a nine month period of time...  I have been to Poland and Prague and the nearby concentration camps of Terezin, Auschwitz and Birkenau.  I have stood with TBT’s Czech Torah in Westminster Synagogue in London to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Westminster Scrolls Trust.  I have been to Israel with it’s post-October 7 matzav situation.

Standing on the ground where history has happened does not compare to reading books and articles or watching movies and documentaries.

Standing on the ground...where acts of inhumanity would bring anybody to tears.

Standing on the ground...where acts of kindness and compassion have also occurred.

At times I have been close to losing hope and then: I see the flourishing activities of the Krakow Jewish Community Center. I see dozens of people holding their Czech Torah scrolls, giving them new life. I see thousands of Israelis protesting for the return of the hostages and changes in Israeli government. I see and have seen HOPE — tikvah. So who am I to give in to despair?

I am a much humbled human being who feels called upon to make some sort of difference for the better.

LOOKING AHEAD Our Choir begins rehearsing in preparation for the High Holy Days. We meet on Thursday nights at 7:00 PM. New Choir members are welcome to join us at any time!

I have had the pleasure of teaching Hebrew and Torah Chanting to many adults this past year.

Let me know of your interest to learn Hebrew and/ or chant Torah!

Desiring a music-filled year ahead, with singing and instruments of all kinds, do you or your children (Middle School and older) sing or play instruments? Let me know, as we would love to have you be a part of TBT music!

SAVE THE DATES  Monday night, August 12 Community Tisha B’Av service held at Congregation Etz Chaim  Saturday night, September 28 Selichot Program & Service  Monday night, October 7 Community Commemoration of October 7, 2023  Sunday, October 27 at 5:00 PM TBT & Saint David’s Episcopal Church Choirs musical program ARGENTINA! It’s not too late to sign up to join me and cantors from around the country on a trip to Argentina next February. Check out all the details here. An amazing intinerary!

Wishing you all shalom,

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A MESSAGE FROM OUR

President

Dear TBT Community, There is so much happening at our House of Hope and we are gearing up for a terrific year! I and members of the board, staff, and our community have been engaged in meaningful work aligned to the mission and vision of TBT. Just a few highlights: Volunteer Highlights • Dalia Faupel, (VP of Programming), Debbie Malaver (VP of Engagement), Suzanne Hurwitz (Director of Engagement) and I met recently to review the congregational survey data results so that we can better serve and support our community at-large. We had a terrific response rate, with many congregants offering ideas for engagement and feedback on previous programs. Thank you for helping us to do better for you!

• Rochelle Mucha, Donna Fallon, and Stephanie Rosen organized a lovely (and delicious) Sip & Wine Event last month. Attendees kibbitzed, sampled many wines, and enjoyed a nosh from Sababa. Thank you, ladies!

• Jill Leitman (VP of Membership) is gearing up for a great year with her committee, and planning new ways to get engaged.

Marsha Mathis Lois Malkin Irina Roberts Josiah Wolff Michelle Easton

Mayrov Baru Jeannine Bernstein Rhonda Povlot Terry Steinberg Marlene Cohn

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President’s Update • Rabbi and I have been meeting regularly to review all that is happening in our community and planning the Board Retreat which will take place on Sunday, August 25 from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, off-site. We are excited to welcome the TBT staff and committee chairs for part of the day to begin building synergies and enhancing communication.

• Mayrov Baru (VP of Administration) and I have been working on transparency in processes to support the staff in their collective desire to do all they can for TBT in meaningful ways, while maintaining a work-life balance.

• If you have been to TBT in the last two weeks, you will have seen roofers busily replacing the roof over part of the religious school which means no more leaks in the upstairs classroom!

• We have been making some changes to increase our security and will continue on this path.

Many thanks to Jay Sausmer (Security/House Committee) for his contributions and knowledge.

• Two pieces of playground equipment were secured and are ready for use by our schoolaged children. They will love the new teetertotter and climbing web! Thank you to Ted Nathan (House Committee) for speedily securing the services of our contractor so everything is ready for school to start.

I am grateful to the office staff at TBT for their support and dedication as I “learn the ropes.”

There is so much to celebrate at TBT! Please feel free to reach out to me anytime.

L’Shalom,

Deidre Kinoshita, President

COMMUNITY

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PRESCHOOL TBT Preschool Summer Camp was amazing! fun water play. Our The children had such a great time playing outside Preschool continues to in the water, and on our incredible water slide. The grow, and we even have teen aides were so helpful: I am already looking some brand new teachers forward to having them back next summer! starting this year. I am excited to welcome them in, along with our more Our temple has been fortunate enough to seasoned teachers. This is enjoy state-of-the sure to be another fun and art security in the exciting year at TBT building. We are Preschool. very thankful for all the love and In August, we will support shown to have a special program to the Preschool by make ceramic anemones the entire TBT (like the ones in Israel) to congregation. put in a commem-orative Additionally, garden that Rabbi ShuvalI want to let Weiner will create. These everyone know that ceramic flowers will serve we are the lucky as a memorial to the recipients of a tragedy of October 7. This $10,000 grant from project will be facilitated by the Jewish Robin Singer, a wonderful Federation to artist in the Jewish underwrite a community; the ceramic portion of flowers will be created by Preschool security many of our Preschool needs not already parents. We are honored covered by the for Robin to work with us congregational here at TBT, and we look budget.

TBT forward to seeing what she www.handswilldraw.com Preschool Meet and our community will and Greet is on create together.

Friday, August 9 at As the new 4:00 PM, followed school year by the ever-popular Splish Splash Shabbat at 5:00. begins, I want to thank Rabbi Alex Preschool families can spend time with their Shuval-Weiner and Cantor Nancy childrens’ teachers, and then socialize and meet Kassel for all they do for us. newcomers. We’ll provide dinner, drinks and lots of Their endless love and support is so special: it

Linda Siegel, Preschool Director

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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL The summer has been a busy time for our TBT community, with many of our kids attending Jewish summer camps. We managed to grab some fantastic photos of our crew at Camp Coleman and Camp Barney, and I’ve gotten to spend some great one-on-one time with a few TBT-ers attending Coleman Quest and Quest Jr. I’d also like to introduce you to this upcoming year’s shinshinit, Dana, who’s already made a few TBT friends.

The 2024-2025 religious school year kicks off soon, but there’s still time to register. You can find complete instructions on how to do so here.

We’re also still accepting applications for Madrichim. If you’re an 8th-12th grader interested in being a Madrichim, please fill out the interest form as soon as possible.

Important dates for your calendar: Sunday, August 18: Religious School Open House Sunday, August 18: Madrichim Training Sunday, August 25: First day of Religious School PreK-6th Monday, August 26: First Monday Night - 7-12th

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YOUTH PROGRAMS This past Memorial Day, I spent the weekend with many of our TBT teens, as well as a few alum and parents at Camp Jenny (see the pic of all of us there!) You may have heard about Camp Jenny through HOTTY’s Camp Jenny Bingo Fundraiser each spring.

Camp Jenny is the NFTY (National Federation of Temple Youth) Southern Area and Southern Tropical Region’s year-round Mitzvah Corps project, which gives children from an urban school in Atlanta the opportunity to receive tutoring and support throughout the year. This culminates in a four day-long camp experience at URJ’s Camp Coleman over the Memorial Day Weekend. The students receive the love of big "brothers and sisters," three nutritious meals a day, and encouragement for the future. They also enjoy activities such as hiking in the mountains, water play, ziplining, arts and crafts, and a variety of sports and teambuilding activities.

It’s an amazing and awesome experience; one that changes the lives of both the campers, and the staff who attend. Here are some of their thoughts: When I was a Tweens Unit Head at Camp Jenny, I worked hard to develop exciting programs for the kids in my unit. Most of them succeeded, but some didn’t. I discovered that was okay. No matter the activity, we were forming connections. I bonded with some of my kids over basketball and our admiration for Steph Curry. I was able to help others overcome their homesickness by listening to

stories about my fictional cousin, Batman. Each kid was unique, interesting, and challenging; each was a oneman show with his own story.

Being responsible for these children and helping them grow in a new environment brought out something in me that I had never felt before. I transitioned from the spotlight to backstage, helping the kids get all they could out of their experience. I felt the energy of these kids as they flew from one activity to the next, pushing me to do my best for them.

I felt important not for who I was, but for what I was doing with them. —Jayson Faupel We were first asked 12 years ago to volunteer as doctors at Camp Jenny over Memorial Day weekend. Camp was an important part of both of our childhoods, so we jumped at the opportunity. Seeing the joy on the campers faces as they experienced what was likely their first encounter with camp and nature was priceless. We were also inspired by the dedication of the teenage NFTY counselors and the adult volunteers who ensured the campers had the time of their lives. Helping to provide the health and safety of the Camp Jenny community over the past 12 years has been an honor and very meaningful for us. —Gary & Michal Loventhal

Bobbee Griff, Youth Engagement Director

2024 TBT Camp Jenny Volunteers

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CAMP JENNY 2024

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SIMCHAS Ryan Craig will be called to the Torah on August 17. Ryan is the son of Mark and Stephanie Craig, and younger brother to Brandon. He is the grandson of Candy and Bob Korn of Delray Beach, Florida and Blaine and Thomas Craig of San Antonio, Texas.

Ryan is a rising 8th grader at Crabapple Middle School. He enjoys playing tennis and online gaming with his friends. Ryan also loves travel, time at the beach, pool, or lake, card games, and spending time with his friends and family.

For his Bar Mitzvah, Ryan is participating in Yad Vashem’s twinning program in honor of Andre Lipstein, an 11 year-old boy who perished during the Holocaust and did not live to become a Bar Mitzvah.

The Craig family is excited to share this simcha with friends and family from near and far.

Ryan would also like to thank Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, Jay Weiner, Amy Peskin and all of his TBT teachers for their support and guidance in preparation for this special milestone.

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Asher Laderberg will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on August 24. Asher, who will be starting 8th grade at Mill Springs Academy, is a remarkable young man with a wide range of interests and talents. He is a black belt in Taekwondo, a dedicated travel baseball player, and an avid reader and gamer.

His passion for music shines through his participation in the school chorus, musical theatre, and playing the clarinet.

For his mitzvah project, Asher has chosen to support Angels Among Us Pet Rescue and local animal adoption services, reflecting his love and compassion for animals. Asher and his family are excited to celebrate this special milestone with loved ones.

His family would like to thank Rabbi ShuvalWeiner, Cantor Kassel, Jay Weiner, Amy Peskin, and all of Asher’s TBT teachers since Kindergarten who have helped prepare him for this special event.

SIMCHAS Talia Wiskind will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on September 7. She is the daughter of Janine and Jared Wiskind, and sister to Noah.

Talia has been a part of Temple Beth Tikvah since the age of 18 months old, sharing her spunky, joyful personality with all.

She attends Atlanta Academy and fills her time with club soccer, volleyball and co-ed flag football.

In her free time, she enjoys flipping around on her hanging silks while listening to Taylor Swift on her record player. Talia is raising money for the JF&CS fidget drive as she is passionate about teachers and parents gaining an understanding that many children learn more efficiently when they can wiggle and move their bodies.

The Wiskind Family would like to thank Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, Amy Peskin, Jay Weiner, and Talia’s TBT teachers for supporting Talia and the family through another joyous family celebration.

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Frankie Rose Lay will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on September 14. Frankie is in the 8th grade at Coleman Middle School, and loves all things music, art, reading, science and Camp Barney Medintz. Frankie is a great big sister to Amelia, who is 10, and an exceptional dog sister to our five year-old Chocolate Lab, Josie.

Frankie chose to focus on helping foster animals through Furkids as her Mitzvah Project.

We would like to thank Rabbi, Cantor, all of her Sunday School teachers, and Amy Peskin for being her "cool" Hebrew tutor, as well as her "funny" tutor, Jay Weiner.

We are so thankful and proud of Frankie. She has worked so hard for this big day .

ENGAGEMENT This summer has really flown by, hasn’t it?!

It feels like just last week we were burning the mortgage and eating the last of our matzah. But alas, it’s been a busy summer, and we’ve managed to beat the heat here at TBT! Between successful ‘big’ events, including Bourbon & BBQ and our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament, and smaller gatherings such as Mah Jongg and Yoga, we’ve placed in trivia, sipped & mingled at wine events, baked pecan muffins with Anne, observed Havdalah in our PJ’s with our younger families, and so much more.

In addition to connecting with one another, we’ve shared ourselves with the greater community as well. At the monthly Alive in Roswell street festival, we have given away swag and chatted with everyone who stopped at our booth.

One woman approached us sharing, “I’m not Jewish, but I live in Roswell and I’m really glad you are here.” It was a heartwarming message to receive in these – let’s face it – troubling times. We recently hosted a large-scale Puzzle Fest, for the jigsaw puzzling aficionados, like myself. The diverse group of people who attended loved seeing our building and learning a bit about Judaism.

Coming up, please join us for game days, book club, hiking, and anything else that interests you. Don’t see something you like? Call me and we will work to make something happen.

Please join us for two special Erev Shabbatot in August: On 8/2, our “Welcome Back” Shabbat, during which we will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, will begin with drinks and noshes at 5:45 PM. Please invite anyone who is shulshopping to join us as well. On 8/16 our service will take place at Roswell Town Square and will feature a very talented friend of mine, singer-songwriter Amber (Adina) Ikeman. Come join us!

Laura’s Love Mitzvah Day will take place on Sunday, September 8 and will be a day of gathering and giving back. More information to come, but please start bringing in your donations of clothing, food and toiletries to be given to those less fortunate. Collection bins are in the main lobby!

I want to extend a warm WELCOME: bruchim ha’baim to our many new members. We are so thrilled that you have chosen TBT to be your spiritual home, and look forward to getting to know you. Thank you to ALL for being a part of our community.

L’hitraot, see you soon!

Suzanne Hurwitz Director of Engagement suzanne@bethtikvah.com 770.642.0434

Welcome Back Shabbat

Friday, August 2

Life Tips & Friendships

Thursday, August 8

Shabbat on the Square with musical guest Amber (Adina) Ikeman

Friday, August 16

Book Club

Wednesday, August 21

Laura’s Love Mitzvah Day

Sunday, September 8

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Tuesday, September 10

RECENT EVENTS

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SISTERHOOD Shalom from Sisterhood!

We hope you have had a restful, enjoyable summer. There has been a change in plans for the upcoming Sisterhood year. Our prospective CoChairs had to step down due to personal circumstances.

Therefore, we are asking our wonderful current members to step up and help plan and present the fabulous programs that we are all accustomed to.

We are so happy that many of you have already volunteered and offered to co-chair one of our programs, and we thank you.

We are still looking for some help with a few events, and as always, we need “helping hands” who will be there to support the leaders and assist with set up, clean up, bringing food, etc.

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We are calling on YOU! Please click this link to go to the Sign Up Genius and offer to help with ONE program. This will only take a small amount of time and we promise that it is fun and rewarding and you will meet some wonderful women!

As past co-chairs, we will be there every step of the way to ensure that the 2024-2025 Sisterhood is the BEST YEAR YET! We hope to see you all soon!

Carol Schemo Sisterhood Co-President cschemo@gmail.com

Stephanie Joseph Sisterhood Co-President stephjo143@gmail.com

SOCIAL ACTION BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE Helping is easy! DONATE YOUR TIME, FOOD OR FUNDS!

TBT is proud to be a part of the Backpack Buddies program, supporting Esther Jackson Elementary school students with weekend meals and snacks for kids who rely on school lunches during the week.

Each backpack is designed to nourish one school‐ aged child for a weekend.

Here’s what’s best to donate:

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Shelf stable white milk (individual size) Canned vegetables - either individual or full size cans Canned fruits - either individual or full size cans

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Snacks (individual size) - granola bars, crackers, chips, animal cookies, etc.

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Breakfast items - oatmeal packets, breakfast bars, cereal (individual size)

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Proteins - tuna, canned chicken, beans, ravioli, stews Please leave items on the silver cart in the School Lobby.

If interested in volunteering, please reach out to: Jeannine Bernstein or Renee Weiskopf We will be having a kickoff/information event in mid August. Stay tuned!

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN TBT Friends, As our 2023-24 Annual Campaign and Torah Project comes to a close, I’m delighted to report that both of these efforts raised over $393,000 with 190 families participating – or 50% of our membership – the highest participation rate in many years! Thank you all for your generosity to TBT! In so doing, we qualified for the Arthur Blank Family Foundation match of $250,000 which matched all donations up to $250,000: above and beyond our normal Annual Campaign efforts. We pushed ourselves this year and accomplished great things. The Torah Writing Project was executed flawlessly, and was the perfect initiative to engage our TBT

community and “gift ourselves” a brand new Torah to honor TBT’s Double Chai (36th) anniversary! Oh yes, and we raised over $6,000 from our 3rd Annual TBT Golf Tournament at Brookfield Country Club. That money was directed toward our TBT Teen Programs. Stay tuned for our 4th Annual Tournament, to be held on June 9, 2025 at Brookfield Country Club.

Thanks to all our members for what you contribute to TBT – and a huge thank you to all of our Donors in 2023-24. We have again shown “it takes a village!”

Cordially,

Mark Rudel, Fundraising Chair

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FUNDRAISING

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ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Visionary (Chazon): $ 10,000+ Leader (Manhig): $ 5,000 - 9,999 Benefactor (Nadiv): $ 2,500 - 4,999 Paul and Anne Beckman Gary and Michal Loventhal Samantha and Todd Mitman Harvey and Natine Rosenzweig Mark and Gail Rudel Stacy and Alicia Sher Sustainer (Tomech): $ 1,000 - 2,499 Andy and Julie Aaronson Dale and Wendy Bearman Adam and Adrienne Bruckman Alice and Sam Herndon Peter and Sharon Jedel Helen and Steve Kraus Nancy Lipton Evan and Missi Mermelstein Marcia Pearl Doug and Lisa Schiffer David and Marci Slotin Brian and Jennifer Steinberg Ron and Leslie Swichkow Steve and Renee Weiskopf Andy and Ilana Zalkin

Supporter (Yedid): $ 500 - 999 Mark and Stephanie Craig Amy and Aaron Frank David and Judith Isenberg Gil and Ellen Ludwig Marcia Pearl Terri and Barry Steinberg Max and Carol Wolf Friend (Chaver): $ 250 - 499 Steve and Teri Astren Dale and Wendy Bearman Lonnie and Debbie Carter Lois Clymin Andy Fried Ginger Glazer and Kenneth Lawler Andrew and Jane Glickman Mark and Terri Goodman Frances Jordan Scott and Sheryl Lasky Jeffrey and Ellen Levitz Joel and Aviva Margolies Francie and Gerald Marshall Scott and Rhonda Povlot Donald Restler Brad and Sarah Sapir David and Elisa Siegel Judith Tolkan Mark and Debbie Weiss Jeffrey Willard and Steve Mahan Todd and Rachel Wilson Todd and Debbie Windsor

Contributor up to $250 Ellen and Lee Altschuler Dale and Wendy Bearman Roy Brenner Eric and Pam Chanin Michael and Wanda Cohen Steven and Arlene Cohn Gordon and Holli Decker Nadine Duhaney Joseph and Waynah Dunn Gary and Ilene Fader Ron and Donna Fallon Families Anonymous Steve and Amy Fine Rory and Jenifer Friedman Ed and Cindy Getty Robert and Cindy Goldstein Harlan and Ivie Graiser Bernard and Susan Greenberg Deborah Greenberg Burt and Sarah Grossman Ellen Frank and Peter Klokow Michael and Kim Hirsch Doug and Donna Kallman Marc and Deborah Klein David and Jenny Korsen Charles Lewis Hadley and Lisa Lowy Rochelle and Lawrence Mucha Shirley Plotkin John and Dahlia Restler Gailen Rosenberg William and Marjory Segal Tom and Patti Seibold Shelby Steinhauer Terry and William Schwartz Tom and Patti Seibold Michael and Helaine Shuster David and Elisa Siegel Nancy and Sandy Simon Jon Zarett

As of 7/16/2024

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TORAH PROJECT & BLANK MATCH Visionaries of Torah (Chozim) $ 100,000+ Anonymous Guardians of Torah (Shomrim) $ 50,000+ Peter and Linda Birnbaum Pillars of Torah (Amudim) $ 18,000 + Mark Williams and Michelle Williams Richard and Wendy Winer Leaders of Torah (Ishim) $ 5,400 + David and Beth Janes Evan and Missi Mermelstein Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner and Jay Weiner Marlene and Michael Cohn Joe and Waynah Dunn Sustainers of Torah (Kayamin) $ 1,800 + Paul and Anne Beckman Josh and Andrea Berman Dave and Dalia Faupel Carol Goldstein Dan and Stephanie Joseph Donna and Doug Kallman Steve and Helen Kraus Mike Levin Gary and Michal Loventhal Jill and David Mattos Mark and Gail Rudel David and Elisa Siegel Donald and Marilyn Tam Mark and Sally Vosk Bruce and Bonnie Walkes Andy and Ilana Zalkin Friends of Torah (Chavarim) $ 540+ Dale and Wendy Bearman Paul and Anne Beckman Glenn and Tamah Cooper Mark and Stephanie Craig

Friends of Torah (Chavarim) cont’d $ 540+ Jerry and Robin Elinger Jennifer and Lee Engel Dave and Dalia Faupel Ellen Frank and Peter Klukow Marshall and Roberta Goldman Neil and Jennifer Goldstein Harlan and Ivie Graiser Carolyn Harrison Sam and Alice Herndon Steven and Tracey Kaplan Nancy Kassel Nancy Lipton Rob and Karen Kremer Jeffrey and Ellen Levitz Janice Liederman Gil and Ellen Ludwig Sid and Lois Malkin Marsha and Jim Mathis Jeff and Debbie Otto Marcia Pearl Rhonda and Scott Povlot Nathan and Carol Schemo Caryn Schilstra Brad and Sarah Sapir Doug and Lisa Schiffer Lloyd and Gail Tate Steve and Abbe Tobin Chas and Jaime White Max and Carol Wolf Contributor (Torehmim) up to $540 Marjorie Aarons Shari and Barry Alhadeff Pam Alterman Stephen and Alisa Bauman Dolores and Marshall Barrash Suellen and Harris Bergman Steve and Susan Berman Bram and Anne Bessoff Scott and Mary Block Todd and Jennifer Boehm Roy Brenner David and Taryn Burgh Eric and Pamela Chanin Lindsay and Zach Chapkin Gary and Dana Cohen

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Contributor (Torehmim) cont’d up to $540 Barrie Cohn Renee Davis Mitchell and Dyann Diamond Gordon and Holli Decker Justin and Nicole Dombrow Rodney and Erika Eberhardt Neil and Susan Estroff Gary and Ilene Fader Donna and Ron Fallon Families Anonymous Elliot and Donna Feller Terry Fields Jonathan Fink Chuck Freedman Andy Fried Rory and Jenifer Friedman Michael and Alyson Hartman Allison and Michael Kalmykov Ginger Glazer and Kenneth Lawler Donna and Eric Goldenberg Lesly and Trey Gregory Max and Jennifer Gross Michael and Alyson Hartman Phil and Suzanne Hurwitz Myrna Kaplan Peter and Sharon Jedel Allison and Michael Kalmykov Myrna Kaplan LeTzedek Inc Hal and Jill Leitman Charles Lewis Wendy and Steve Light Julie Lindy Carol Lipinsky Hadley and Lisa Lowy Steve Mahan and Jeffrey Willard Jerred and Debbie Malever Sarah Malkin Mara Matz Renee and Bruce McCord Helaine and Howard Medoff Kevin and Melanie Metzger Members Anonymous

As of 7/16/2024

TORAH PROJECT BLANK MATCH TORAH&PROJECT & BLANK MATCH Contributor (Torehmim) cont’d up to $540 Joel and Karen Moss Dean and Felice Myers Rochelle and Lawrence Mucha Marcy and Robert Nader Hilda Ortiz Keira Oseroff Emily and Mark Phelps Rhonda and Scott Povlot Maria Ramaglia Alan and Sandee Rappaport Kathy Reiter John and Dahlia Restler

Irina Roberts Ellen Salowitz Austin and Molli Schiffer Terry and William Schwartz Terry and Fred Segal Joel Schancupp Louis Schlesinger and Ina Chanin Joel and Kathleen Schoenbaum Kara and Bart Segal Michael and Kristin Sloan Jodi Sloan Francesca and Stuart Solomon Fern Soniker

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Terri and Barry Steinberg Linda and Steve Steinberg Betty Steinmetz Aaron and Sheila Stieglitz Michael and Ann Swartz Leslie and Ron Swichkow Gail and Lloyd Tate David and Christine Toltzis Bruce and Carol Waldman June Wallach Mark and Debbie Weiss Jon Zarett

As of 7/16/2024

COMMUNITY Visit The Breman for Free!

As a token of gratitude for TBT’s contribution to the exhibition "From Light to Light: The Weekly Jewish Holiday of Shabbat," The Breman is offering complimentary admission to all members of our congregation through August 31st.

We encourage everyone to visit and experience this beautiful exhibition, which features our very own Shabbat Judaica pieces.

Simply mention ‘Beth Tikvah’ at the front desk for free entry. While at The Breman you can also explore the other exhibitions - "History with Chutzpah – Remarkable Stories of the Southern Jewish Adventure 1733-Present," "Absence of Humanity – The Holocaust Years 1933-1945" and the photography of "Ruth-Marion Baruch."

The Breman is located at 1440 Spring Street across 18th Street from the Center for Puppetry Arts (parking is free) and is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 11 AM – 4 PM. For more information about the exhibition and museum hours, please visit TheBreman.org

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DONATIONS ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2023/2024 in memory of

CANTORS FUND in appreciation of

Freida Lewis from Charles Lewis Harriet Lewis from Charles Lewis Rosiland Orloff from Charles Lewis Samuel Bearman from Dale & Wendy Bearman Natalie Berlin from Debbie & Mark Weiss Yahrzeit of Edith Fallon from Dr. Ronald & Ms. Donna Fallon Irene Milligan, mother of Waynah Dunn from Joe & Waynah Dunn Rose Altschuler from Lee & Ellen Altschuler WalterBerlin from Mark & Debbie Weiss Saul Plotkin from Shirley Plotkin

From the Empty Nesters Chavurah group: we would like to recognize and appreciate all that Cantor Nancy Kassel does for the synagogue every single day, and — in addition — thank her for the enjoyment and friendship she brings to our very own Chavurah. Thank you Nancy! from Empty Nester Chavurah

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2024/2025 in memory of

in memory of

Leo Ebstein from Dale & Wendy Bearman Sarah Ludwig from Gilbert & Ellen Ludwig

BACKPACK BUDDIES in memory of Aaron Shapiro from Barrie Cohn Jerome Weiss from Debbie & Mark Weiss Morris Greifer from Mark & Debbie Weiss

BLANK MATCHING GRANT in honor of Rabbi and Marilyn Tam from Ira & Brenda Share

in memory of George Rosen, Muriel Steinberg, Thelma Rosen, from Steve and Linda Steinberg

BUILDING FUND DONATION in memory of Nadia Cooper from Hadley & Lisa Lowy

CAMPERSHIP/ISRAEL FUND in memory of Dr. Charles Rosenberg from Hadley Lowy & Family

in honor of Cantor Kassel and all that she does from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes

Herman Beck from Bruce Beck Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer Marian Birlant Slotin from David & Marci Slotin Jeanne Lipsitt and William Lipsitt from Dr.Michael Lipsitt Ronald Davis Benefield from Glen & Veronica Krapf In memory of Arnold Rivkin, Lynda's dad, from Lynda Bennett Martin Wasserman from Steven & Arlene Cohn Richard Barid and Ida Andich from Steven & Sheila Barid

CARING/KEHILLAT CHESED FUND in memory of Nina Sinsley / Leigh Naftolin from Joshua & Debbie Sinsley Ann Efruss from Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz Jack Stieglitz from Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz Bert Smokler, Father of Pam Chanin from Pamela Chanin Step-father Richard J. Bergermonies from Ronald & Leslie Swichkow

EDUCATION FUND CONTRIBUTION in memory of Norton Simons from David & Christy Toltzis

GENERAL FUND in memory of Helen Pollard from Andrew & Jane Glickman Ron Isaacson from Bart & Kara Segal Lila Stein, Mother of Wendy Bearman from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes Elsie Stern from Gilbert & Ellen Ludwig Sylvia Williams from Herbert Williams

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DONATIONS LAURA DeRIEMER MEMORIAL MITZVAH FUND in memory of Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer Jeanne Lipsitt and William Lipsitt from Dr. Michael Lipsitt

PRESCHOOL FUND in memory of Evelyn Chanin, Mother of Eric Chanin from Eric Chanin Frank Glickman (Yahrzeit) from Jane & Andrew Glickman Al Malkin from Sidney & Lois Malkin

RABBI SHUVAL-WEINER DISCRETIONARY FUND in appreciation of

THE TORAH PROJECT in appreciation of Writing in the Torah from June Wallach

in honor of Aiden and Rayna Fladell from Rochelle & Larry Mucha

in memory of Ira Madans from David & Beth Janes Ira Madans, Sophie Madans, Leonard Madans from Marjorie Aarons Given in loving memory of our wonderful son Jacob z”l, whom we miss so very much, Ellen & Lee Altschuler

Writing in the Torah from June Wallach Rabbi Shuval-Weiner's support and assistance after Dad passed away and help with the Shiva, from Lori Shapiro & Cary Goldenthal In honor of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner for the naming of our son, Jack Dylan. from Stephanie Varney

TIKKUN OLAM FUND in memory of

in honor of

YOUTH GROUP FUND in appreciation of

the birth of Zev Weiner, grandson of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner and Jay Weiner from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes

Gertrud Willard from Jeffrey Willard & Steve Mahan Sarah Stieglitz from Mr. Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz From Carol & Max Wolf Family from Sylvia Perling

Drew Baker for his leadership and mentorship of HOTTY, from The Cohn Family

in memory of Esther Kirchheymer from Barry & Shari Alhadeff Abraham Alhadeff from Barry & Shari Alhadeff In Memory Of Ruth Pollak from Bruce Waldman Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer Lorry Bernstein from David & Marci Slotin Marshall Bernstein from David & Marci Slotin Yahrzeit of George and Mildred Orenstein from Ellen Salowitz Daniel Kaufman from Gary & Ilene Fader Ronald Davis Benefield from Glen & Veronica Krapf Robert L. Cooper & Dr. Abraham Cooper from Glenn & Tamah Cooper Mrs. Ronit Davidovitz from Steven Israel & Sharon Snowiss Melvin Falkof from Peter Klokow & Ellen Frank Richard James Levi from Stephanie & Daniel Joseph Marvin Fine from Steve, Amy, Jennifer & Ellen Fine Richard Barid and Ida Andich from Steven & Sheila Barid

RABBI TAM'S DISCRETIONARY FUND in memory of

Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer Minnie Friedman from Margie Cohen

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As of 7/24/2024

IN MEMORIAM

Temple Beth Tikvah acknowledges with sorrow the passing of:

Michael Anthony Noto Aaron Ira Shapiro Gladys Shain Richard Levi

9955 Coleman Road Roswell, GA 30075 www.bethtikvah.com Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner Cantor Nancy Kassel Rabbi Emeritus Donald A. Tam Preschool Director Linda Siegel Religious School Director Judy Limor Engagement Director Suzanne Hurwitz Youth Engagement Director Bobbee Griff President Deidre Kinoshita Vice President Mayrov Baru Vice President Dalia Faupel Vice President Lesly Gregory Vice President Jill Leitman Vice President Yossi Limor Vice President Debbie Malever Treasurer David Siegel Secretary Lynda Bennett Immediate Past President John Restler

COMMITTEES & CHAIRPERSONS Budget & Finance Karen Korshak karcpa@comcast.net

Kehillat Chesed (Caring) Helaine Medoff helainemedoff@gmail.com

Security Jay Sausmer jsausmer@gmail.com

Camp/Israel Scholarship Bobbee Griff youth@bethtikvah.com

Library Ilana Zalkin ilanaz@att.net

College Outreach Bobbee Griff youth@bethtikvah.com

Membership, Recruitment & Retention Jaime White butcherj15@gmail.com Samantha Mitman smitman7978@gmail.com

Sisterhood Stephanie Joseph stephjo143@gmail.com Carol Schemo cschemo@gmail.com

Communications Marlene Cohn marlene@thecohns.us Fundraising Mark Rudel mrudel2018@gmail.com House Ted Nathan tnathan@baldwinscheduling.com

Men’s Club Joe Feinberg mensclub@bethtikvah.com Nominating Committee Jenni Trebon jennirun@yahoo.com Ritual Rick Winer rsw@drrickwiner.com

Social Action/Social Justice Maggie McAuliffe mgm5sbh@gmail.com Backpack Buddies Jeannine Bernstein jbern530@att.net Renee Weiskopf rbweiskopf@hotmail.com Website Development Scott Povlot spovlot@yahoo.com

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