BULLETIN HANDBOOK Winter 2013 The advertising contained in this publication in no way re- flects any statement or representation on behalf of Brandeis National Committee, its local affiliate, directors, officers and members. Further, the aforestated disclaim any responsibility for any statements or representations made therein and are not liable for acts, errors or omissions of any advertiser or supporter. The Year at a Glance The Year at a Glance The Year at a Glance The Year at a Glance DATE: EVENT_________________ PG. January 4: General Meeng & New Member Recepon 3 January 8: Art in the Aernoon 7 January 11: Architectural Tour 6 January 19: Pre-Party - Univ. on Wheels 4 January 20: University on Wheels 5 February 8: Book and Author Luncheon 9 February 12: Art in the Aernoon 7 March 1: General Meeng 3 March 12: Art in the Aernoon 7 March 15: Brandeis Shabbat 3 April 12: Installaon 3 April 18: Brandeis at the Ballet 11 ART IN THE AFTERNOON ART IN THE AFTERNOON ART IN THE AFTERNOON ART IN THE AFTERNOON January 8th January 8th January 8th January 8th February 12th February 12th February 12th February 12th March 12th March 12th March 12th March 12th 11:00 11:00 11:00 11:00 AM AM AM AM Café Baci Café Baci Café Baci Café Baci Support Neurological Disease Research Patron Pre-Party Saturday, January 19th 8:00-10:00PM Dessert and Gourmet Coffees Served What Makes Us Like the Foods That We Like? Sunday, January 20th TPC Prestancia 4409 TPC Drive Prestancia at Palmer Ranch Dr. Don Katz Brandeis University Psychology and Neuroscience Department See Flyers for more Information General Meeting Program March 1st BRANDEIS SHABBAT BRANDEIS SHABBAT BRANDEIS SHABBAT BRANDEIS SHABBAT MARCH 15TH MARCH 15TH MARCH 15TH MARCH 15TH BNC Presents
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BULLETIN
HANDBOOK Winter 2013
The advertising contained in this publication in no way re-
flects any statement or representation on behalf of Brandeis
National Committee, its local affiliate, directors, officers and
members. Further, the aforestated disclaim any responsibility
for any statements or representations made therein and are
not liable for acts, errors or omissions of any advertiser or
supporter.
The Year at a GlanceThe Year at a GlanceThe Year at a GlanceThe Year at a Glance
DATE: EVENT_________________ PG.
January 4: General Mee�ng &
New Member Recep�on 3
January 8: Art in the A�ernoon 7
January 11: Architectural Tour 6
January 19: Pre-Party - Univ. on Wheels 4
January 20: University on Wheels 5
February 8: Book and Author Luncheon 9
February 12: Art in the A�ernoon 7
March 1: General Mee�ng 3
March 12: Art in the A�ernoon 7
March 15: Brandeis Shabbat 3
April 12: Installa�on 3
April 18: Brandeis at the Ballet 11
ART IN THE AFTERNOONART IN THE AFTERNOONART IN THE AFTERNOONART IN THE AFTERNOON
January 8thJanuary 8thJanuary 8thJanuary 8th
February 12thFebruary 12thFebruary 12thFebruary 12th
I hope you and your families had a nice Chanukah. It is hard to believe that 2013 is already here.
∗ Sarasota BNC has gone High Tech!
∗ Have you checked out our new website?
∗ Lost your Bulle�n and need to find a study group?
∗ Wondering what events are coming up?
∗ Out of town and need to check out a date or �me?
∗ You can find it all on our website.
∗ Start checking it out.
Our fantas�c team of Web-Mammas, Jill Simons. Evie BaAen, and Diane Rosenblum have been busily download-ing pictures, informa�on, flyers and everything else that you need to stay connected.
We even have a special Google Phone number and email address.
We hope to go all tech at some point, so now is the �me to get used to using the website. If you need help or some training on using it let me know and we can find a buddy to help out.
Happy New Year,
Rookie
From Our President...
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The Brandeis Academic Debate and Speech Society is currently ranked second in the na�on, and has also received three consecu-
�ve Club of the Year awards from the country's top collegiate deba�ng society. Members say their success is due to their inclusivi-
ty....anyone may join without tryouts, and the club then uses their strengths. While some debate topics can be entertaining, the
club also focuses on serious issues, such as exploring social jus�ce on campus and around the world.
Elizabeth Stoker, class of 2013, has won a Marshall Scholarship, the fourth Brandeis student to be granted the award since its in-
cep�on. Following gradua�on, she will study at the University of Oxford. Elizabeth has integrated academics and applied ethics in a
paper on disability and ethics, presented at a regional conference this year.
The incoming Freshman class this year, Brandeis Class of 2016, promises to con�nue to produce outstanding achievers. Two-thirds
ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school gradua�ng classes, and 93 percent were in the top quarter. Leading up to their
arrival at Brandeis, they worked for the disadvantaged in urban America and in the upper Amazon, par�cipated in communal and
religious organiza�ons, made films and music and studied and traveled widely. One student, Cameron Wolfe is assistant director of
an online store, The Pencil Promise, that donates a backpack to a school in a developing na�on, for every backpack that is sold.
Brandeis Students Excel
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Come Meet Lindsey Weiss,
Brandeis Student and
Sarasota Chapter Student Ambassador
At the Jan. 4th General Meeting
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!!MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!!MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!!MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!!
Friday, March 1, 2013Friday, March 1, 2013Friday, March 1, 2013Friday, March 1, 2013
GENERAL MEETINGGENERAL MEETINGGENERAL MEETINGGENERAL MEETING Jennifer Sullivan, Valve Clinic Program Manager
of the new Heart and Vascular Services of
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
will speak on the many problems of the heart, and,
explain a new non-invasive procedure and
opportunity for patients with
Severe Aortic Stenosis.
This program is free and open to the public.
For more information please phone
Audrey at 927-1900.
April 12thApril 12thApril 12thApril 12th
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On Sunday, December 16 a theatre loving group of 64 Brandeis members and guests attended our annual Asolo opening production, this year , the stellar musical , "1776", directed by Frank Galati.
We gathered at 11:30 pm in the Cook Theater for an exciting panel discus-sion led by Asolo Literary Manager, Lauryn Sasso, with three actors from the production sharing their background of how they immersed themselves in the historical charactor to "become the stage character", how the gifted
director Galati inspired their performances, and a background of the event and the times. After the discus-sion , luncheon, provided by Mortons Market, was enjoyed by all on the mezzanine where we could enjoy being together before the 2:00 curtain.
As befits a musical about the giants who created the Declaration of Independence , this production is filled with towering performances that give the men backbone, brains and humanity, as Galati captures the tension and rancor of the time. It is a powerful show done in thrilling style with an impressive cast and orchestra. If Ameri-can history were taught with as much zest as you'll find in the Asolo Rep's "1776", we'd all be far more familiar with the story of our nation’s birth.
November 9 was a sensational day for BNC Sarasota! Our eyes were opened first to more than 25 Study Groups, multiple Special Events, ex-citing upcoming General Meetings, as well as holiday parties, University on Wheels, mentoring opportunities and so much more. This group has happenings to appeal to everyone. We then had a beautiful brunch and time to reconnect with friends and make new ones, too. Our successful event was hosted at Temple Beth Sholom in their spacious social hall. Next, we had our eyes opened to 3D Digital Film Making created by the students at Ringling College of Art and Design, another Sarasota treasure. Bradley Battersby, the head of the Digital Film Making department and the writer, pro-ducer and director of 5 films himself, excited us all with an outstanding presentation. An animated speaker, he taught us about the history of 3D as well as showing a documentary about the making of the film, done with the West Coast Black Theater and Ringling students. Over 180 members and guests were wowed by what is being created in our mists. How lucky we all are to have many cultural resources in the area and such an active BNC group to bring them to us.
2012 SHOWCASE 2012 SHOWCASE “A Real Eye Opener”“A Real Eye Opener”
Pam Gordon & Bradley BaAersby
Janet Tolbert, Co-Chair, Lauryn Sasso and Actors
Ann Friedman, Co-Chair, Lauryn Sasso and three
actors
Chanukah Party…Chanukah Party…Chanukah Party…
All Jazzed Up!All Jazzed Up!All Jazzed Up! On December 7
th, the 2012 BNC Chanukah Party was held at Temple Sinai.
A/er a wonderful brunch, catered by Affordable Custom Caterers. Ellen
Klein led the group in a fun game of Chanukah Trivia, and with hubby
Rabbi Richard’s assistance, rewarded each person who answered her
ques8ons correctly with a sack of chocolate Chanukah gelt. Some smar8es
even got two prizes!
We then were delighted by Be;y Comora, a versa8le jazz vocalist. With
enthusiasm and a great sense of humor, she performed jazz numbers from
the 1920’s through the 1940’s. Assisted by our own vamps, Shelly
Youngelman and Marcia Rabb, and a couple of feather boas as props,
Be;y brought down the house with a rowdy version of “Hard Hearted
Hannah.”
As is tradi8onal for our Chapter, we shared some of our holiday cheer with
Hope Family Services, a women’s shelter in Bradenton that we support at
this 8me of year. Almost $700-worth of personal goods and cash dona-
8ons were collected from members for Hope Family Services.
Shelly and Marcia
Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,Next Time,
Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!Don’t Miss It!
I had more fun this a�ernoon than I’ve had in years! I went to Sherry
Linhart’s Flower Arranging study group. How was it? Low-key and
lovely. Very relaxing and fulfilling. And much more crea�ve than I
expected.
She commented about containers, explained a few arranging princi-
ples, gave us a few do’s and don’ts, made some points about using
greenery and leaves that grow in our backyards and neighborhoods,
pointed out the fresh and dried flowers and leaves she brought for our
use, answered a few ques�ons, and ZOOM! We were off and running.
As we all filled the vases we had brought, or used containers that were provided, the ideas flowed. We shared flowers,
leaves, berries, branches and ideas. We took construc�ve cri�cism from Sherry and from one another. It was great!
And it was good to see a few members I don’t see o�en at the study groups I aAend.
As we were winding down, I asked Sherry if she would do a reprise next year. “Maybe,” she said, noncommiAally.
“We’ll see.” I sure hope so. And if she does offer Flower Arranging next season, take my advice: Don’t miss it!
Helen Spindler
Sherry
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There are FABULOUS STUDY GROUPS this year! Only BNC members may attend study groups, and the ONE TIME payment for a study group card allows you to go to all of the groups.
Cost of study group card for Annual Members is $30 Cost for Couples (must buy 2 cards) - $50 Cost of study group card for Life Members is $40
Send check made out to BNC and self-addressed envelope (include your phone # and email) to: Evie Batten 4837 Trout River Crossing, Ellenton, FL 34222.
Jane & Carl Zepf 7157 Del Lago Dr Palmer Ranch 925-0738 11/6/2012
Welcome to Our New Members!
SUSTAINING THE MIND: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Did you know that Alzheimer's disease alone affects 15 million people worldwide? Maybe you or a family member or
friend is one of those people. As the popula�on ages and this number increases, the need for neurological and neuro-
degenera�ve disease research becomes increasingly important.
Brandeis University researchers are already pioneering strides in the field of brain-related disorders, including Alzhei-
mer's and Parkinson's diseases. Scien�sts in the areas of neurodevelopment, neurodevelopment disorders and neuro-
degenera�on are trying to understand the fundamental biological processes underlying brain func�on. These Brandeis
professors and students are dedicated to the basic research that has already led to breakthroughs in our understanding
of neurological diseases. Educa�ng tomorrow's scien�sts is important; that's why inves�ng in scien�fic research and
scholarships at Brandeis is an investment in the future. Plus Brandeis is commiAed to ensuring that it helps meet the
financial needs of students doing outstanding work in science's fastest-growing arena. We invite you to join the Brandeis Na�onal CommiAee's "Sustaining the Mind: Scien�fic Research and Scholarships"
campaign to establish an important fund to foster research in neuroscience and neurodegenera�ve diseases, and to
establish an endowed scholarship fund for students in the sciences.
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