Aug/Sept 2010 J-Connections

THE JCC FALL 2010 PROGRAMGUIDE HAS ARRIVED!

AUG / SEPT 2010

HAPPENINGS AT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOUSTON

PAGE 2EDUCATION AT THE JNEW FALL CLASSES PATRONS OF THE ARTS

PAGE 3MELTON MINI-SCHOOLBOOK & ARTS FAIRLECTURES & LEARNING

PAGE 4TENNIS EXCELLENCESENIOR GAMESBRING-A-FRIEND

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he JCC has built a caring, passionate and skilled team of experts and coaches to help members

with special needs get involved with groups that enhance self-esteem, improve social skills and develop meaningful relationships. Adapted Aquatic classes at the JCC provide one-on-one lessons tailored to each child's emotional and developmen-tal abilities. "The most important thing to remember when working with children with special needs is that no two children are alike,” said Janet Strimmel, a certi-fied American Red Cross Swim Instructor who has incorporated body awareness, sensory integration, mobility and fun into aquatic lessons. In partnership with Jewish Family Service’s vocational and social skills

program, the Celebration Company, the JCC Fitness Center offers a special needs exercise class, helping adults stay fit while building confi-dence through total body movement. Club Haver provides monthly Jewish social and learning events for kids in K-5th grades. “Club Haver allows kids like mine to experience the Jewish holi-days and activities with other kids.

I love the variety of activities from arts and crafts to Judaic programs,” said Judy Blake, mom to 15-year-old Ryan. Other special needs programs include Gymnastics Super Stars. Parents are encouraged to attend with the child to

explore physical play promoting coordination, balance and strength. Nite Owls is a special needs social group for adults. The Owls meet on Wednesday nights to do arts and crafts, athletics, cooking, yoga, Jewish and secular holiday celebrations and field trips.

Where Special Needs are MetJCC Special Needs Programs

The program also provides a support network for family members. STARS is a Preschool Interven-tion Program designed to enable children on the autism spectrum the skills needed for traditional school settings. Families are collaborative partners in the ongoing observa-tion, treatment and education of our students. TOPSoccer brings the opportu-nity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, ages 4-19 with a developmental or physical disability. Participation helps develop motor skills, social and cognitive skills in a fun and relaxed environment. For more information about the JCC’s special needs programs, visit jcchouston.org or call 713.729.3200.

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The most important thing to remember when working with children with special needs is that no two children are alike.

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED BY THE JCC ASSOCIATION

And it isn’t weighing down your mail-box either! By not mailing the Pro-

gram Guide, the JCC is saving valuable resources and money, helping to further

our commitment to “green” the JCC and ensuring continued quality programming.

It’s good for us, good for you and good for our community.

Get your guide online at jcchouston.org. Online

registration for fall classes and programs is now open and ready for you.

No computer? No problem. A limited number of printed Program Guides are available. Just stop by to pick one up.

Questions? Please contact our Membership

Department at 713.729.3200 ext. 3220.

A T T H E

fall open house 2010

CLASS DEMOS PRIZE GIVEAWAYSDRAWINGSTOUR OUR FACILITIESOPEN GYMNASTICSContact the membership officeat 713.729.3200 ext. 3200for more information

BACK TOSCHOOL

SPECIALS$100 off MEMBERSHIP

FOR NEW GENERAL MEMBERS ONLY; JOINING FEES APPLY; VALID AUGUST 2 - 22OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY.

$100 off Private Tennis LessonsFOR PACKAGES OF 6 LESSONS OR MORE; VALID AUGUST 2-22; WITH THE PURCHASE OF A NEW TENNIS CENTER MEMBERSHIP; OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY.

$100 off FITNESS PACKAGES

PERSONAL PILATES TRAINING, PERSONAL TRAINING, MASSAGES; FOR PACKAGES

OF 3 SESSIONS OR MORE; VALID AUGUST 2 - 22; WITH PURCHASE OF A NEW

FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIP; OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY.

Opening Day

SUNDAY, AUGUST 22 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Education is Top PriorityJCC’s Early Childhood Centers Launch Two New Initiatives

his fall the JCC’s Bertha Alyce Center (BAC) and Ellen Boniuk Center will introduce two new initia-

tives: a curriculum entitled, Finger-prints: Discovering Jewish Life and The Giving Tree Annual Fund. In the JCC’s preschool programs, fingerprints are not just for clean-ing up. They show us where our children have been, what they have done and what is of interest to their ever curious and developing minds. These reminders of their interests and activities are an integral part of the

curriculum. Hence, the JCC’s preschools will unveil a new curriculum this year called Fingerprints: Discovering Jewish Life. This new adventure will facilitate optimal learn-ing for children ages

2-5 at both the Bertha Alyce Center, located at the main campus, and the Ellen Boniuk Center, in West Hous-ton. The program will leave its own fingerprints not only on the children, but also on teachers and families. This fall BAC embarks on another new initiative with the establishment of The Giving Tree Annual Fund. The Fund enables BAC to bridge

the gap between tuition and what it actually costs to

educate children. BAC is fortunate to have so many families who embrace the values of tzedakah: generos-ity and kindness. A fundraising goal of

$36,000 will en-able the school

to purchase class-room computers, Smart-

boards and Judaic components for every classroom.

"There is nothing more important to us than our kids and their educa-tion," said Rebecca Block, BAC An-nual Fund Co-Chair and mother to Joshua, age 3, and Naomi, age 1. "We created this inaugural Annual Fund for BAC to help raise funds to raise the bar of excellence at this already wonderful school. We are thrilled with the progress of the campaign so far. We are confident that other parents, grandparents and alumni families of BAC will feel similarly about their kids and this school and join us to support and enrich this wonderful program." The Annual Fund campaign co-chairs are: Rebecca and Kevin Block, Donna and Brandon Mark, and Jessica and Joshua Leif. Call now for information about fall registration at each of our Early Childhood Centers or visit jcchouston.org.

alented and diverse artists, authors, danc-ers, musicians and scholars will present unique

arts, culture and education programs with a focus on Jewish learning and Jewish enrichment. Patrons of the Arts are the benefactors for bringing opportunities to our community to

challenge our minds and

move our hearts

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“There is nothing more important to us than our kids and their education”

and souls. Patrons are eligible for special benefits and sponsorship opportunities for the Annual Jewish Book & Arts Fair, Children’s Per-forming Arts Series, Dance Month at the Kaplan Theatre and the An-nual Houston Jewish Film Festival. Become a Patron today! For more information contact Cynthia Whittington at 713.729.3200 ext. 3212.

Patrons of the ArtsCelebrating 38 Years of Supporting Arts, Culture and Education for the Jewish Community and for Houston

Patrons of the Arts are the benefactors for bringing

opportunities to our community to challenge

our minds and move our hearts and souls.

NEW FALL CLASSES & PROGRAMS

7 Tools for Creating Your

Business and Fantastic Life

Adult Tennis Boot Camp

Boosting the Immune System

Energetic Face Lift

Fitness 4 Girls

Mother/Daughter Self-Defense Classes

Mime

Modern Dance

Starfish (swimming lessons for 2 year olds)

Symposium Lifelong Learning Institute

The Feldenkrais Method®:

A Gateway to Health Fitness

The NEW Merf U

For complete

descriptions and class

schedules, visit our

online program guide

at jcchouston.org/

programguide.

WANTED! Gently Used Books, Books on CDs, CDs, Fiction, Nonfiction, Mysteries, Travel, Adventure, Cookbooks and Children’s Books

ANNUAL USED BOOK SALEAUGUST 22: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMAUGUST 23 - 26: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMAUGUST 29: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Books by the Bag)

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CENT ER FOR JEWISH LIVING & LEARNING

re you aware that the Jewish Community Center runs one of the largest adult Jewish education programs in Houston? The

Florence Melton Adult Mini-School, with a curriculum developed by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, has been offered by the JCC for over 15 years. The program consists of both a core curriculum that includes four courses on Jewish thought, practice, ethics and history as well as over 25 courses taught by a diverse faculty of educators and Rabbis from across the community. New courses for this year include a course on the Arab/Israeli Conflict, the history of American Judaism, the philosophy of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel and the Jewish Sixties. Currently, the program has more than 150 participants and grad-

No Tests. No Homework. No Grades. Know Judaism.Florence Melton Adult Mini-School Encourages Spiritual Dialogue

A uated over 30 learners last year from the initial two-year curriculum. The program is designed to offer adult learners a sophisticated and pluralis-tic curriculum that encourages spir-ited dialogue and an appreciation for Judaism – past, present and future. “The Melton Mini-School offers a learning opportunity that is com-prehensive in its scope and enriching to any adult learner who wishes to explore Judaism for the first time or with a fresh set of eyes,” said Rabbi Michele Faudem. “I encourage adult learners at any stage in their Jewish exploration to consider this program. There are no tests, homework or grades. You come to class to enjoy the discussion and explore your Jewish life.” Classes are two-hours, once a week on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays, during the day or in the evening. In addition to the JCC

and Merfish Teen Center, classes are offered at Congregation Emanu El and at the Emery/Weiner School. For a taste of the Melton expe-rience, join us on either Tuesday, August 17 from 7:00 – 8:00 PM or Thursday, August 26 from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. To learn more about the program or to sign-up to par-ticipate in the “Taste of Melton” classes, call Rabbi Michele Faudem at 713.729.3200 ext. 3322.

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The Melton Mini-School offers a learning opportunity

that is comprehensive in its scope and enriching to

any adult learner who wishes to explore Judaism

for the first time or with a fresh set of eyes.

Envisioning Jerusalem in the Pre-Modern World2010 - 2011 Lecture Series

The Earthly Jerusalem: Judean, Roman and Byzantine Remains of the Holy City

Lecture by Dr. Shira LanderThursday, October 14 • 8:00 PM

The Heavenly Jerusalem in the Dead Sea Scrolls and Related Literature

Lecture by Dr. Matthias HenzeThursday, October 21 • 8:00 PM

Imagining Jerusalem in 15th-17th Century Europe

Lecture by Dr. Diane WolfthalThursday, October 28 • 8:00 PM

Rice University in collaboration with the JCC presents its annual lecture series presented by faculty affiliated with the Jewish Studies Program. These lectures are offered at the Jewish Community Center.

$10 Member / $15 Public (per lecture)$21 Member / $33 Public (series)

Welcome BackMonday, October 18 • 8:00 PMThe Kaplan Theatre

cclaimed Israeli writer David Grossman returns to the JCC to speak on his new book, To the End of the Land, a novel of

extraordinary power about family life, the greatest human drama and the cost of war.

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Opening NightNewsweek Senior Editor & NBC News Correspondent Jonathan Alter

Oliver Lapin Family Day featuring The Macaroons Live in Concert

Maurice Amado Foundation Music Residency with Smadar Levi

Photo (Left to Right) JCC Assistant Executive Director, Marilyn Hassid, Former Houstonian and Author, Dennis Danziger, Jewish Book & Arts Fair Chairwoman, Patti Hanfling, and Co-Chairwoman Deborah Kaplan in NYC at the Jewish Book Council Conference

OCT 31 - NOV 14

For additional information contact Naomi Barancik at 713.729.3200 ext. 3288.

2010 Melton Graduates

HEALT H & WELLNESS

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success developing the Junior Excel-lence Program for young tournament level players at the JCC’s Weingarten Outdoor Tennis Complex. Brasing-ton has played professionally around the world and is one of only three players ever to qualify for all four majors (U.S. Open, Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon) in a row. He also earned a singles world ranking of 125. He has competed against Roddick, Federer and Sam-pras, to name a few. “The Excellence Training Pro-gram is a fantastic experience for competitive junior players,” said Brasington. “It is a completely bal-anced training schedule that fo-cuses on movement, ground strokes, strategy, mental toughness, nutrition and fitness. Our players continue to improve while having fun at the same time.” In addition to top-notch junior programs, the JCC has a vibrant adult tennis community led by Head

he Boni-uk Family Indoor Tennis Center and the Weingar-ten Out-door Ten-

nis Complex at the JCC are home to some of the top tennis professionals in the Houston area. Linda Thomas, Tennis Director, is a former tour pro-fessional with a career high ranking of 76 in the 1978 Women's World computerized rankings. Her vast ex-perience and knowledge has played a vital role in developing an impressive Junior Tennis Academy ( JTA) at the JCC, a program which is producing some great young tennis players. The JCC is a certified USTA QuickStart tennis facility, with players from 3 - 18 years participating in the JTA. Jack Brasington joined the Ten-nis Center in 2009 and has had great

orking out with friends is great motivation AND you’re more likely to stick to your workouts if someone else is counting on you. During this week, Fitness Center Members who bring a friend to our Appreciation party on August 29 or to

join them for a workout could be entered to win a great prize! We will have Zumba, demos and fun! So encourage a friend to take advantage of this unlimited class pass or ask one of your friends to bring you along on their trip to the gym this week. Either way you will both benefit.

Tennis Pro Michael Reily. Reily’s 25 years of coaching experi-ence around the world, including in France, New York City, Virginia and Texas, allows him to inject a healthy dose of world-class enthusiasm into the JCC’s Adult Tennis programs. The USA series of classes, de-signed for those adults new to tennis or returning to the game after many years, offers professional instruction to develop technique and skill at any age. With in-house leagues for singles and doubles, travel teams,

Personal Best at the JTop-Notch Pros Lead JCC Tennis Program

T private and group lessons,

drills and cardio classes, adult tennis players experience

a natural progression as they continue to grow

and develop their games. Have fun, get fit, make friends and learn the sport of a lifetime at the JCC Boniuk Family Ten-

nis Center. Visitjcchouston.org

to learn more and register today!

The Excellence Training

Program is a fantastic

experience for competi-

tive junior players.

OCT 31 - NOV 14OCTOBER 17 - 31

TEXAS STATES E N I O R GA M ES

Compete to Qualify for the 2011 Summer National Senior Games in Houston

Bring a Friend WeekJCC Fitness Center Aug 29 – Sept 3

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The Fighting Frogs Swim Team (a non-competitive swim

team for kids ages 5 and up) can bring a friend August 30 - 31

and September 1 - 2. For more information call Taylor Hunt

at 713.729.3200 ext. 3233.

Try any of our classes for 14 days

• Body Pump • Mat Pilates • Indoor Cycling

• Zumba • Water Fitness • Yoga

For first time visitors only.

Valid for use through August 31, 2010.

Must be 18 years or older. Other restrictions may apply.

and our state-of-the-art fitness facility

JCC Houston • 5601 S. Braeswood • 713.729.3200 • jcchouston.org

UNLIMITED GROUP EXERCISECLASS PASS

The Sky Is the Limit

FREE

2010 Melton Graduates

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The Jewish Community Center of Houston - The Milton Levit Family CampusDedicated to strengthening the Jewish Family and Building the Jewish community

5601 S. Braeswood | Houston, Texas 77096713.729.3200 | jcchouston.org

WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS. It’s more convenient than ever to pay your dues or make a donation!

PLEASE NOTE: Names and organizations listed in this newsletter reflect donations received by July 1, 2010. Great care has been exercised to ensure the proper recognition of our donors. If an error or omission does occur, we apologize and hope you will bring it to our attention. Please address all corrections with the Development Office, 713.729.3200, ext. 3212 or [email protected].

The Senior Adult Shabbat Dinner Program is underwritten in memory of Paul Lipnick, who was active in JCC senior adult activities, by Janet and Elton Lipnick, David Lipnick and Amy and Myles Kelman.

ANN & STEPHEN KAUFMAN JEWISH EDUCATION FUNDIn Honor of Ann Kaufman’s Birthday – Cherill & Duby Dubinski

ARROW-LUBEL MEMORIAL FUNDIn Honor of the Birthday of Elaine Lubel Merwin – Joan & Larry Katz

CENTER FOR JEWISH LIVING & LEARNINGIn Memory of Gladys Friedman – Nancy & Steve Lerner In Honor of Jonathan Fass – Bertha Alyce Center Pre-K class of 2010In Memory of Allan Merwis – Nancy & Steve Lerner

CHAI PROGRAMIn Honor of Jerry Wische’s Retirement – Linda & Michael Eisemann

CHILDREN AND CAMPINGIn Honor of the JCC Children & Camping Staff – Mrs. Teresa KaplanIn Honor of Laurie & Milton Boniuk - Jack & Saundra Turk

JEWISH BOOK & ARTS FAIR FUNDIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris, JCC Presidents’ Award 2010 – Midge Wische

JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL FUNDIn Honor of the Birthday of Susan Schneider – Cheryl & Haran Levy

KAPLAN THEATRE FUND In Memory of Melvin W. Shikora – Fran & Ben Podell

MARILYN HASSID JEWISH BOOK FAIR EMERGING AUTHORS FUNDIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris, Receiving the JCC President’s Award – Irene Weingarten

MELTON MINI-SCHOOL FUNDIn Memory of Dorothy Grenadier, mother of Leslie Weiner – Jerry Wische & Mitzi Shure and their families

MERFISH TEEN CENTER FUNDIn Memory of Gladys Friedman – Sherry & Gerald MerfishIn Memory of Ron Turk – Sherry & Gerald MerfishIn Memory of Sylvan Dubin – Sherry & Gerald Merfish

SHABBAT DINNERS In Honor of the Speedy Recovery of Jay Salzman – Sam & Anna Lee RoitenbergIn Memory of Paul & Fannie Lipnick – Janet & Elton Lipnick, David Lipnick, Amy & Myles Kelman

SOL RUBENSTEIN GYMNASTICS TRAINING FUNDIn Memory of Ronald Turk – Linda & Jerry RubensteinIn Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Linda & Jerry Rubenstein – Betty Lou Blumrosen, Joan & Marvin Kaplan, Nancy F. Landa

TRIBUTE FUNDIn Honor of the 60th Anniversary of Sally & Bernard Fuchs – Maxine & Herman Lapin

NANCY LERNER SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Honor of the Anniversary of Nan & Dick Schissler – Nancy & Steve Lerner

NITE OWLS FUNDIn Honor of Jerry Wische’s Retirement – Rabbi Dan GordonIn Honor of Joel Dinkin’s Appointment as Executive Vice President – Rabbi Dan Gordon

PATRON OF THE ARTS FUNDIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris for Receiving the President’s Award – Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Honor of Bobbi Samuels for Receiving the President’s Award – Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Honor of Bobby Lapin for Receiving the David H. White Award – Joyce & Robert Gilbert

RONNIE ARROW JEWISH SPORTS HALL OF FAME FUNDIn Honor of the Birthday of Robert Hill – Mike & Betty Schuman, Celine & Richard Stetzer, Janey & Mal FingerIn Honor of Fred Levine – The Joan S. Beren Foundation, Inc., Sheila Camberg, Howard & Shirley Hochman

SENIOR ADULT SERVICES In Honor of the 100th Birthday of Minnye Shainock – Shirley & Meyer Chaskin

DONNA FRANKOFF JEWISH BOOK FAIR FUNDIn Honor of the Speedy Recovery of Bayla Cotlar – Sharon & Dan Brener and Marc, Seth & JoshuaIn Memory of Ron Turk – Sharon & Dan BrenerIn Memory of Dorothy Grenadier, mother of Leslie Weiner – Sharon & Dan Brener and Marc, Seth & Joshua

GERSHEN PLAYGROUNDIn Memory of Rose Davidoff – Marsha Gershen Turney

GLESBY- RAUCH WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTER FUNDIn Honor of the Birthday of Gary Glesby – Betty & Michael Tapick

HANKY RAPP MEMORIAL FUNDIn Memory of Hanky Rapp - Barbara Loeser

HARRIS WEINGARTEN OUTDOOR TENNIS CENTER FUNDIn Memory of Sonia Krost – Michael & Gina Sprinkle

GENERAL FUNDSIn Honor of the Birthday of Laurie Rose Steiner – Charles J. SteinerIn Honor of Bobby Lapin, recipient of the David H. White Award – Terry & Martin Cominsky, Dolores Wilkenfeld, Ben & Barbara RosenbergIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris, for receiving the JCC President’s Award – Dolores WilkenfeldIn Honor of Bobbi Samuels, for receiving the JCC President’s Award – Dolores Wilkenfeld, Ben & Barbara Rosenberg

In Honor of Joel Dinkin – Carol & Barry Goodfriend, Carol & Michael GoldbergIn Memory of Myles Joseph Aaronson – Padgett Stratemann & Co. LLP/John Wright, PartnerIn Honor of the Birthday of Dan Steiner – Charles Steiner

IRVIN KAPLAN CHILDREN’S SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIn Honor of the Special Birthday of Karol Musher – Fran & Abe FriedmanIn Honor of Joanne & Donald Brodsky – Fran & Abe Friedman, Arlene & Marshall HoffmanIn Memory of Dr. Charles Gaitz – Molly Ann KaplanIn Memory of Mr. Wolff Finkelman – Molly Ann Kaplan

In Memory of Dr. Morton Adels – Molly Ann KaplanIn Honor of Nancy & Steve Lerner’s 30th Anniversary – Lila LernerIn Honor of Jerry Wische – Saundra & Jack TurkIn Memory of Ron Turk – Nancy & Steve Lerner, Roslyn & Ricky Haikin

LEO HORVITZ SCHOLAR FUNDIn Memory of David Horvitz – Carol & Paul HorvitzIn Honor of the Birthday of Shirley Horvitz – Carol & Paul HorvitzIn Memory of the Brother of Fruma Engel – Carol & Paul HorvitzIn Honor of the 70th Birthday of Alan Winters – Carol & Paul Horvitz

In Honor of the 35th Wedding Anniverary of Arnold & Sharon Kagan – Martin & Debbie KaganIn Honor of a Speedy Recovery for Donald Saron – Carol & Paul HorvitzIn Memory of Evelyn Broomfield – Shirley & Sigmund Horvitz

MACCABI 2012 GAMES FUNDIn Memory of Sylvan Dubin – Mitzi Shure & Jerry Wische, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Lapin & Family, Ann & Stephen Kaufman, Nathan Stein In Memory of the father of Etan Mirwis – Mitzi Shure & Jerry Wische

In Honor of the 50th Anniversary of Linda & Jerry Rubenstein – Mitzi Shure & Jerry Wische In Memory of Ivan Marine – Kathy and Stephen Parven

MACCABI YOUTH GAMES FUNDIn Memory of Gladys Friedman – Mitzi Shure & Jerry WischeIn Memory of Raymond Plotkin – Anne & Edward SmithIn Memory of Erna Pauly – Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Lapin and Family

In Honor of the Graduation of Todd Staller – Libby & Buz Marvins and FamilyIn Memory of Sylvan Dubin – Mardi & Mark Kunik, Ronald & Elizabeth Oppenheimer

SENIOR ADULT MITZVAH FUNDIn Memory of the Sister of Marilyn & Joel Kay – Judy & Harry MellonIn Memory of the Fathers and Nephew of Dr. & Mrs. Robert Rubin – Judy & Harry Mellon

In Memory of Diana Howard’s Brother – Charlotte Gaman, Aileen & Jerry ZarinIn Memory of Earl Lefkowitz – Shirley & Meyer Chaskin

OLIVER LAPIN CHILDREN’S BOOK FAIR FUNDIn Honor of the Birthday of Richard Strax – Kathy & Stephen ParvenIn Honor of Bobby Lapin receiving the David H. White Award – Cindy & Les Fox, Carol & Michael Goldberg, Miriam & Hershel Shanoff, Ruth Brodsky, Joanne & Donald Brodsky, Ellen & Brad Gaber, Midge Wische

In Memory of Ron Turk – Tami & Gregg Sheena, Kathy Parven,In Honor of the 30th Wedding Anniversary of Betsy & Ed Schreiber – Bobby & Eve Lapin

JEWISH ARTS AND CULTURE FUNDIn Honor of Sarah Braham – Barbara Winthrop RoseIn Honor of Marilyn Hassid – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Judy Weil – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Maxine Silberstein – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Brittany Horwitt – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Jennifer Handy - Susan Farb MorrisIn Memory of Hanky Rapp – Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Memory of Evelyn Broomfield – Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Honor of Jerry Wische – Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Honor of Susan Schneider – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Irene Weingarten – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Rowena Young – Susan Farb Morris

In Honor of Carol Goldberg – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Patti Hanfling – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Barbara Winthrop Rose – Susan Farb MorrisIn Honor of Bobbi Samuels – Susan Farb Morris, Midge WischeIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris for the wonderful job she has done leading the Arts & Culture Steering Committee – Bobbi & Vic SamuelsIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris, JCC President’s Award 2010 – Cheryl & Haran LevyIn Honor of Nicholas Alan Mann, Bachelor of Fine Arts, New York University – Marcia & Daniel ForbesIn Honor of Susan Farb Morris – Lidya K. OsadcheyIn Honor of the Birthday of Sharon Kagan – Martin & Debbie Kagan

In Honor of Susan Farb Morris, for her outstanding leadership as Chair of the Arts & Culture Steering Committee – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Honor of Barbara Winthrop Rose upon becoming the new Chairwoman of the Arts & Culture Steering Committee – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Honor of Buster Freedman upon being elected President of Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Wolf Finkelman – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Gladys Friedman – Michael & Vicky Richker In Memory of Jennifer Ruggeri – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Ronald Turk – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Pamela Gordon Warner – Michael & Vicky Richker

Congratulations to my Wife, Vicky Richker upon Being Elected to the Board of Trustees of The Jewish Federation – Michael Richker

In Memory of Annette Bromberg Greenfield – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Isidor Davis – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Paul Kaufman – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Carolyn Baum Klaff – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Rebecca “Beck” Wexler – Michael & Vicky RichkerIn Memory of Sylvan Dubin – Michael & Vicky Richker, Eleanor M. NelsonIn Memory of Dr. Alan Mirwis, father of Etan Mirwis – Michael & Vicky Richker

JERRY WISCHE STAFF EXCELLENCE AWARD FUNDIn Honor of Jerry Wische – Francine & Brad Beckman, Dolores Wilkenfeld, Barbara & Raymond Kalmans, Bobbi & Vic Samuels, Susan & David Askanase, Carol & Barry Goodfriend, Carol & Michael Goldberg, Irene & Alex Wolchansky, Ben & Barbara Rosenberg, Karol & Daniel Musher, Bobby & Eve Lapin, Terry & Martin Cominsky, Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Lorna Grenadier, Laurie Robinson & Richard Frankoff, Ruth Brodsky, Joanne & Donald Brodsky, Ellen & Brad Gaber, Leah & Jon Gross, Linda & Michael Eisemann, Esther & Gary PollandIn Honor of Melissa Gordon – Dan SteinerIn Honor of Marilyn Hassid – Dan SteinerIn Honor of Betsy Schreiber – Dan Steiner, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Nancy Lerner – Dan Steiner, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Roslyn Haikin – Dan Steiner. Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Joel Dinkin - Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon Gross

In Honor of Patti & Dan Steiner, for a beautiful Past President’s Dinner – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber

In Honor of Susan Farb Morris for Receiving the JCC President’s Award – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Bobbi Samuels for Receiving the JCC President’s Award – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Bobby Lapin for Receiving the David H. White Award – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Joe Epstein for Receiving the Reuben Askanase Past Presidents Leadership Award – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon GrossIn Honor of Ron Oppenheimer for Receiving the Reuben Askanase Past Presidents Leadership Award – Roslyn & Ricky Haikin, Nancy & Steve Lerner, Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Leah & Jon Gross

GERALD RAUCH MEMORIAL FUNDIn Honor of Mrs. Gerald Rauch – Lois FrankelIn Honor of the Birthday of Doris Katz – Lila RauchIn Honor of the Birthday of Robert Reader – Lila RauchIn Honor of Lila Rauch – Linda Susman, Morris GlesbyIn Honor of the Retirement of Jerry Wische – Patricia & Mark RauchIn Honor of the Appointment of Joel Dinkin as Executive Vice President – Patricia & Mark RauchIn Honor of Roslyn Haikin, Nancy Lerner & Betsy Schreiber, for leading everyone in a “good time” at the Annual Meeting – Patricia & Mark RauchIn Honor of the Birthday of Jerry Katz – Mrs. Lila RauchIn Honor of the Birthday of Paula Friedlander – Mrs. Lila Rauch

In Honor of the Birthday of Herbert Jacobson – Mrs. Lila RauchIn Honor of the Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Melvyn Wolff – Mrs. Lila RauchIn Honor of the Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Katz – Mrs. Lila RauchIn Honor of the Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Jay Marks – Mrs. Lila RauchIn Honor of the Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Friedlander – Mrs. Lila Rauch

HARRY K. SMITH MEALS ON WHEELS FUNDIn Honor of Deborah Musher & Joe Menashe on the birth of a son, Samuel Ari Menashe – Heidi BalentineIn Memory of Ronald Turk – Betsy & Ed Schreiber, Harold Goldstein & Loretta Friedman, Michelle & Marvin Blum, Marsha & Stanley Rosenblatt, Lisa & Alan LipmanIn Honor of Joel Dinkin – Mr. & Mrs. Jeff KaplanIn Honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Rebecca Klaff – Shari & Stephen KammermanIn Honor of Annette & Larry Sondock – Michelle & Marvin BlumIn Memory of Peggy Samet Fine – Lisa & Alan LipmanIn Honor of the Special Birthday of Marge Mayer – Shirley & Emanuel Katzin, Bonnie Edelstein, Joyce & Robert GilbertIn Memory of Marian Yerushalmi – Iris LittwitzIn Memory of Rose Pravda Schonier – Edith & Phillip KligmanIn Honor of Marcia Forbes – Kay & Harris ForbesIn Honor of Nancy Lerner – Lila LernerIn Honor of Arlis Brodie – Lila LernerIn Honor of Karen Lerner – Lila LernerIn Honor of Gertrude Graves – Paula & Irving PozmantierIn Honor of Lila Lerner’s Special Birthday – Bonnie EdelsteinIn Honor of Mary Kunik – Mardi, Mark, Max & Illan KunikIn Honor of Millie Segal – Mardi, Mark, Max & Illan KunikIn Honor of Carol Swartz – Mardi, Mark, Max & Illan KunikIn Memory of my Dear Mother, Mina – Renee BickartIn Memory of Sam Urbach – Sadie UrbachIn Honor of Doris G. Katz – Sharon E. KatzIn Memory of Sterling Zindler – Sharon ZindlerIn Honor of Richard L. Peterson – Sharon S. PetersonIn Honor of Sharon Kagan – Julie KaganIn Honor of Edith Stolbun – Norma & Jon HymanIn Honor of Judith Cohen – Jaquline & Matthew CohenIn Honor of Jay Cohen – Jaquline & Matthew CohenIn Honor of Fuad Sheena – Jaquline & Matthew Cohen

In Memory of Tikva Sheena – Jaquline & Matthew CohenIn Honor of George Guidry – Waltraud SpringobIn Memory of Rozelle Cohen, sister of Adele Sandler – Judy WinogradIn Honor of Sharon Taitel’s Birthday – Marvin & Michelle Blum & ChildrenIn Honor of Lois Simon’s Birthday – Marvin & Michelle Blum & ChildrenIn Memory of Sylvan Dubin – Lisa & Alan LipmanIn Memory of Steven Elbein – Lisa & Alan LipmanIn Memory of Harry Telles – Miriam TellesIn Honor of Arnold & Loretta Roman – Robyn & Sion SaghianIn Honor of Danny Hart – Jacob HartIn Honor of my son, Mark Getz – Ruby GetzIn Honor of Richard Cohen – Bernie FeldIn Memory of Linda Stack – Jim Adler & Associates, Attorneys at LawIn Honor of Marc Schultz – Miriam FeldmanIn Honor of Robert Caplan – Elizabeth & Kevin CaplanIn Honor of Irwin Caplan – Elizabeth & Kevin CaplanIn Honor of Dr. Michael Lewis – Beatrice LewisIn Memory of Roselyn Borker – Debra BoniukIn Honor of Rabbi Cary Kozberg – Shelli KozbergIn Honor of my Brother, Albert Krafcheck – Sandra LuskyIn Honor of Ambassador Arthur Schechter – Renee & Ivor KarpasIn Honor of Yuval Raizen – Marcia R. FreedmanIn Honor of Paul Gustafson – Stephanie, Eric, David, Neil & Brian GustafsonIn Honor of Melvin Dow – J. Desey & Carol DesenbergIn Honor of Michael Wortham – Emily, Greysan & Wendy WorthamIn Memory of Dr. Abel E. Schwartz – Aileen & Milton GugenheimIn Honor of Mickey Frost – Janet FrostIn Honor of Jerry Wische – Janet FrostIn Memory of Bob Davis – Mickey & Janet FrostIn Memory of Don Saron – Mickey & Janet FrostIn Honor of Dr. Burton Kunik – Mardi, Mark, Max & Illan KunikIn Honor of Bernard Stolbun – Norma & Jon Hyman

BERTHA ALYCE CENTER FUNDIn Honor of Joshua & Naomi Block – Rebecca & Kevin Block, Janis & Stephen BlockIn Honor of Alex & Owen Leif – Jessica & Josh LeifIn Honor of all BAC Teachers and Staff – Jessica & Josh LeifIn Honor of Joshua & Naomi Block – Pam & Nelson HellerIn Honor of Miss Vickey – Pam & Nelson Heller

In Honor of Madison Mark – Brandon & Donna MarkIn Honor of Rachel & Dylan Schwartz – Marni Axelrad & David SchwartzIn Honor of Bonnie Kasner – Whitley & Billy LevyIn Honor of my Fellow BAC Teachers – Leslie & Malcomb Slatko

CHILDREN’S SCHOLARSHIP BALL FUNDIn Honor of Erica Levit – Patti & Jonathan KaganIn Honor of Vic & Bobbi Samuels - Kathryn & David BergIn Memory of Ronnie Turk – Mitzi Shure & Jerry Wische

In Honor of Jerry Wische’s Retirement – Ginger KaplanIn Memory of Joyce Levine – Nora & Seth Tillman

BUILDING FUNDIn Memory of Ronald Turk – Ann & Stephen Kaufman, Jean & Ronald Ladin, Bobbi & Vic Samuels, Maxine & Herman LapinIn Honor of the Birthday of Susan Pye – Jean & Ronald Ladin

In Honor of the Birthday of Gary Glesby – Jean & Ronald LadinIn Honor of Jerry Wische – Punkin & Walter Hecht

MIKE GROSSMAN/JUDY RICHKER MACCABI SCHOLARSHIP FUND

G E T C O N N E C T E Dfollow us on:

Kinder Campers

Asher Golub and

Jack Applebaum

enjoyed daily

instructional

swim by Red

Cross-trained

swim instructors.

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CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP BALL

2010 Children’s Scholarship Ball Honorees Immy Papadopoulos and Donald & Joanne Brodsky

21st Annual

CHAI LIGH TS

The Jewish Community Center of Houston - The Milton Levit Family CampusDedicated to strengthening the Jewish Family and Building the Jewish community

5601 S. Braeswood | Houston, Texas 77096713.729.3200 | jcchouston.org

LONG-LASTING MEMORIES FROM SUMMER DAY CAMP ARE

SOMETHING EVERY CHILD TAKES ON HIS/HER JEWISH JOURNEY.

AUGUST9 Camp Session III Begins

13 Preschool Camps End

13—15 JCC Jr. Indoor/Outdoor Tennis Open

20 Last Day of Camp

22 Fall Open House and Class Registration

22—29 Annual Used Book Sale

29 Fitness Center Member Appreciation Party

30 Fall Classes Begin

SEPTEMBER6 Labor Day – Open 8 AM – 7 PM

8 Erev Rosh Hashanah – Close at 3 PM

9—10 Rosh Hashanah – Closed

17 Erev Yom Kippur – Close at 3 PM

18 Yom Kippur – Closed

22 Sukkot – Close at 6 PM

23–24 Sukkot – Closed

29 Erev Shemini Atzeret – Close at 6 PM

30 Shemini Atzeret – Closed

Calendar Eventsd

Sophia Atkins enjoyed swing time on the rings at Gymnastics Camp

Kaleidoscope

Campers Jacob

Thompson and

Mason Fertak

took a break

during their

field trip to

Bounce U

Lauren Suchoff and Abby Cowan worked on balance and coordination skills during Circus of the Kids Camp at the JCC

B E N E F I T I N G T H E I RV I N K A P L A N C H I L D R E N ' S S C H O L A R S H I P F U N D

membership & registration

Considering membership? Take a tour of our new and

expanded fitness facilities. Call 713.729.3200 or visit the membership

office today, now located in the Fitness Center

Already a member? Take advantage of all we have to offer.

Fitness Center & classes, swimming pools, basketball, racquetball,

tennis, gymnastics, access to free programs and invitations to

member-only special events. To learn more call the Membership

Department 713.729.3200 or visit jcchouston.org.

To register or for a complete listing of all JCC programs visit:

jcchouston.org or call 713.729.3200.

Saturday, February 26, 2011Co-chairs Erica Levit & Marci Rosenberg7:30 PM at The Westin GalleriaDinner, Dancing & Silent Auction

Silent Auction donations Sarah Talisman, ext. 3294/[email protected]

Tables, tickets & tributes Cynthia Whittington, ext. 3212/[email protected]

General event questions Melissa Gordon, ext. 3103/[email protected]

Summer Day Camp 2010Fun and Adventure Never Stop at JCC Summer Day Camp