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“The JCC saved my life.”

“I don’t know what would have become of me without it,” says 91-year old Mildred Korach.

She moved to Akron in the 1930s with her non-English speaking mother and older sisters. Despite being a single mother, Mildred’s mother was insistent that her children be immersed in Akron’s Jewish community and meet other Jewish children.

Mildred could walk to the Akron Jewish Center on Balch Street, which she said became her second home. She recalls participating in a handcraft group lead by Ruth Gershkowitz and took swim lessons with Mr. Krasny. At the time, Mildred was the only girl to attend Chedar (Hebrew School) at the JCC, which Miss Klimo taught. When she was not participating in organized activities, she found refuge in the library at the JCC. Her family had very little and could not afford books, so the JCC library became the place Mildred learned to love to read.

ISRAEL MATCH CAMPAIGN 2017

Give TLS Students the Gift of Israel In the spring of 2017, seventh and eighth grade students at The Lippman School will travel to Israel for a trip of a lifetime! For two weeks, they will experience such places as Jerusalem and the Old City there, Akron’s sister city, Kiryat Ekron, and Tel-Aviv. Students will watch the sun rise at the top of Masada, float in the Dead Sea, ride camels in the desert and visit our previous shlichim. They will also travel to the Red Sea, the Golan Heights, and the Sea of Galilee before returning home.

Experiencing Israel at this developmental stage in a young person’s life deepens their sense of spirituality and understanding of their relevance as a global

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2 § NOVEMBER 2016 Akron Jewish News

The AKRON JEWISH NEWS was established in 1929 and is published 11 times per year by the Jewish Community Board of Akron.

President: RICK SPECTOR CEO: DAVID K. KOCH

Editor & Advertising: LISA HOFMANN 330.835.0013 • [email protected]

Circulation: MARY DEAN 330.835.0002 • [email protected]

The AJN is distributed at the Shaw JCC and mailed to members of the Jewish community and members of the Shaw JCC. An online version is also available at jewishakron.org. Deadlines for AJN are two weeks prior to the publication date. The newspaper will be delivered the first week of every month.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to 750 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320-1195 • Tel: 330.869.2424 • Fax: 330.867.8498

BOARD OF AKRONJewish Community

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2017

As a teenager, Mildred participated in clubs at the JCC. Club meetings preceded a dance or mixer. That is where she met her first husband, Eli who had recently emigrated from Poland. After marrying, they raised two children and started a successful business in Akron.

Reflecting back on those years on Balch Street Mildred notes, ”I met lifelong friends at the JCC. Even though I had very little, everyone treated me well, and there was always something to do. The JCC made my dreams come true.”

Today, the Schultz Campus for Jewish Life continues to be a place for everyone —young and old— to connect with other members of the community. Your contribution to the JCBA’s Annual Campaign keeps our community strong today—as it did many years ago.

RIGHT: Teens at the Akron Jewish Center FRONT COVER: Camp at the Akron Jewish Center

PHOTOS COURTESY OF MILDRED KORACH

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Your donation to the Annual Campaign helps nurture Jewish values and traditions in our community's youngest generation.

DONATE TODAY– Online: Securely at www.jewishakron.org

– By phone: By Calling 330-869-2424

– By mail: Annual Campaign, 750 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320

– Or wait for the call on Super Sunday, Dec. 4.

The JCC still provides a strong start for youth.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Select events from the Community Calendar at jewishakron.org. For a full calendar listing, visit our website.

NOV 1ECE Messy Night

6:00PM - 8:00PM Shaw JCC Akron

Dinner from 6:00-6:30 pm and mess making from 6:30-7:30 pm.

NOV 5Campus Gala

6:30PM - 10:00PM Schultz Campus for Jewish Life

Celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding Jewish community leaders.

NOV 7 Shlichim Program: Above and Beyond


Watch and discuss the documentary Above and Beyond with Shay and Ron Lederman, JCRC director. FREE.

NOV 9Mega Challah Bake

5:30PM - 8:30PM Anshe Sfard

Loaves of Love event for all women and girls in the community

NOV 10All Community Game Night


We will offer a light dinner and games galore! $5 per person.

NOV 12Maccabeats Concert


Havdalah concert featuring this a capella group.

NOV 13Veterans Day Program

9:00AM - 11:00AM Schultz Campus for Jewish Life

Veteran Recognition and brunch

NOV 13Art & Jewish Food Festival

10:00AM - 4:00PM Temple Israel

Artisans, crafters, kids' activities and...food!

NOV 15 Be'Tay Avon Cafe - Elder Law Specialist

11:30AM - 1:00PM Shaw JCC

With special guest Rachel Kabb Efron

NOV 17Human Trafficking Awareness

7:00PM - 8:30PM Temple Israel

Partners Against Trafficking of Humans Stark (PATHS), along with Temple Israel Sisterhood, presents this program.

NOV 20Anshe Sfard Men's Raffle

10:30AM - 12:30PM Anshe Sfard

Annual Raffle with grand prize of $3000

NOV 22Shlichim Program with Michael Holub - Israel Bonds


Learn more about how Israel Bonds benefits Israel. FREE.


Consider Becoming a JFS Volunteer Guardian In collaboration with Jewish Family Service, the Volunteer Guardian Program completed its second year and is positively changing lives in Summit County. Under the direction of Judge Stormer, the Probate Court, in collaboration with the County Executive’s Office, the Department of Public Health, the ADM Board and the Summit DD Board, this program provides trained legal guardians to serve as advocates and surrogate decision-makers for those under the guardianship of Probate Court. Due to the aging population, the demand for court appointed guardians increases every year.

“We are excited that this innovative program is making a positive difference to those in need and to the volunteers that have stepped up,” says Gizelle Jones, executive director of Jewish Family Service.

Since the first training held last July, the program now has almost 80 active volunteers handling one or two cases each. “We limit the amount of cases to only one or two per person,” said J.J. Mesko-Kimmich, director of volunteers. “We want our volunteers to be able to concentrate on their families and continue to enjoy their role as a volunteer guardian. The program and volunteers are making a big impact.”

The goal is to support the volunteer through the process. So the Volunteer Guardian Program provides initial and ongoing training, background checks, and networking.

“We have an amazing group of volunteers, but we still need more to join our team,” says Mesko-Kimmich. “We are always looking for those that have a desire to make a difference in a person’s life.”

To learn more about the Volunteer Guardian Program, contact the JFS Volunteer Guardian Program Director of Volunteers, J.J. Mesko-Kimmich, at 330-867-3388 or [email protected].

More than 300 hundred students from three schools in two nations gathered Oct. 10, for a historic and symbolic walk along the Portage Path, one of the oldest landmarks in Summit County. The walk was part of an event to unveil signage along the path and a mobile app created by the students from The Lippman School, Portage Path Community Learning Center and the Northern Cheyenne Tribe. The app provides information about the trail, including its history, maps, birds and trees found along the path. The marker displays a QR code that directs walkers and cyclists along the path to the app.

The ceremony took place on the traditional Columbus Day holiday, which in some cities is celebrated as “Indigenous Peoples Day” to honor the original inhabitants of the continent before the Europeans arrived. The Northern Cheyenne tribe performed traditional drumming and singing. David Lieberth of Summit County Historical Society was the Master of Ceremonies. Former Mayor Jeff Fusco also spoke.

The Lippman School has had an ongoing relationship with the Northern Cheyenne nation in Montana for six years. Each year, tribal members and students visit Akron. And every other year, students from Lippman travel to Montana.

The app project, which can be accessed at www.walkportagepath.org, was supported by an Educator Initiative Grant from Akron’s GAR Foundation.

citizen in our multicultural society. Please join us in providing this unique educational experience to the students of The Lippman School.

This year, three generous donors have issued a challenge grant of $20,000. This means for every dollar you give, these donors will match it dollar-for-dollar up to $20,000 to make this amazing opportunity affordable for all students.

If you would like to contribute to the match, please call the school at 330-836-0419 to make your donation before Dec. 31 or visit thelippmanschool.org/IsraelMatch to donate online. If you have any questions, please contact Sam Chestnut at The Lippman School.

Lippman students, Northern Cheyenne unveil modern app along ancient trail

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Part 2 of 2. Last month we explored basic ways our community can better protect itself & how it can best coordinate with first responders. Now, let’s see what options exist for increased government assistance to keep our community safe and our institutions secure.

What keeps Alejandro Mayorkas, formerly the deputy Homeland Security secretary, awake nights is the very “real” possibility of an act of terror or a violent hate crime against the Jewish community.

We’ve seen such concern globally.

Recently, across the world, governments at the national and local levels have stepped up with increased funding and more personnel to defend Jewish communities. In the aftermath of the Charlie Hebdo & Hyper Cacher attacks in France, security forces there deployed for the largest peacetime operation in French history, much of it focused on Jewish schools, synagogues, and community centers.

The View from Abroad France, while home to Europe’s largest Jewish community, is far from alone in these efforts. The British government has committed nearly $18 million in new money to defend Jewish institutions. Belgium and Australia have also given millions to their respective communities.

This year’s Veterans Day program and brunch begins at 9:30 am in Beth El's Mercaz room on the Schultz Campus for Jewish Life. Guest veterans will share their stories about their service to our country.

There is a $10 donation per person requested, and, as always, veterans are free! Babysitting is available with a reservation. Please RSVP by Nov. 8 to Erin Katz at 330-864-2105, x 118 or [email protected].

Veterans Day EventJEWISH FAMILY SERVICE AND BETH EL CONGREGATION

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13

Jewish Community Security — What’s the Role of Government?HOWIE BEIGELMAN OHIO JEWISH COMMUNITIES

And, the Czech government signed an agreement in April to better protect Jewish communal sites in Prague.

Physical Security Needs Here at home, in part due to committed advocacy by the Jewish Federations of North America, the Federal government already funds “target hardening” grants for the nonprofit sector. Each year fifty communities ranked most at risk receive funding. After Ohio being entirely left out for several years, last year Cleveland was again on the list, resulting in hundreds of thousands in desperately needed dollars to better secure community institutions. In prior years, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Toledo, were, at various points also eligible.

A key part of a good working relationship with local law enforcement (discussed last month) is ensuring they have the information they need to make the best case to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of any real threats on the ground.

Because it is so difficult to get many cities ranked into the program, at least one state has taken matters into their own hands. California recently enacted a grant program that mimics the federal program but is open to nonprofits statewide.

In the past, reacting to real time needs, governors in Maryland and New York also directed funds to vulnerable nonprofits.

Watchful EyesNew York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania have all provided funds to private schools, including Jewish ones, to hire either police officers or security guards.

What Else Can be DoneBeyond these two basic areas, governments continue to work with the nonprofit- and faith-based communities, and ours in particular, to meet new threats.

Through Secure Communities Network (SCN), the security umbrella of the Jewish Federations of North America, a new partnership focused on cybersecurity is being developed with DHS.

This, as well as continued— and improved —efforts to share information, to provide training opportunities, and to deploy appropriate smart technologies will also be key in making our community as safe as possible.

Akron’s Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) and Ohio Jewish Communities (OJC) are working hard on each of these issues, at each level of government.

Ohio Jewish Communities is based in Columbus near the statehouse and also partners with JFNA’s Washington office on federal advocacy. OJC is the statewide public affairs, government advocacy, and community relations arm of our eight Jewish Federations, including the Jewish Community Board of Akron. Supported by our Annual Campaign, the Jewish Community Relations Committee of JCBA is chaired by Dr. Marty Belsky.


Planning at Year-EndNo one likes the tax man, but his appearance is as inevitable as cold in Northeast Ohio during winter. There are ways to reduce that tax burden and benefit your favorite charities. The end of the year is an ideal time to do so.

Charitable giving at year-end: Accelerating or increasing charitable contributions at year-end is among the most effective planning strategies to reduce your tax liability and get needed financial support into the hands of your favorite charity sooner. Some year-end points to remember: 1) gifts by check are considered complete this year as long as they are dated and mailed by Dec. 31, even if the charity does not cash the check until January 2017; and 2) pledges and other obligations cannot be deducted unless actually satisfied by Dec. 31.

Minimize capital gains tax: One charitable giving strategy you can use to avoid capital gains tax is to donate appreciated stock to create or add to an endowment fund or a donor-advised fund.

IRA Charitable Rollover Not Yet Extended: Over the past several years, many individuals over 70-1/2 have utilized the IRA charitable rollover to transfer up to $100,000 each year from their retirement accounts directly to public charities. Please consult your tax advisor.

The U.S. government encourages you to contribute to non-profit 501(c)3 organizations with these programs. Help yourself and help the Jewish community by donating.

For more information, please contact [email protected] or 330-835-0005.

This letter is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax or financial advice. When considering gift planning strategies, you should always consult with your own legal and tax advisors.

WHY AKRON?The Akron Jewish community has welcomed many families and individuals through its Community Concierge program. In this ongoing section of AJN, we'll get to know new members of our community and why and how they chose to call the Akron Jewish community home.

RACHAEL AZOUZ FOR THE AKRON JEWISH NEWS

After growing up in Akron, David Neumann — son of Michael and Elaine Neumann — has moved back with his wife, Allyson, for general practice dental residency at Summa Health. The duo met during her first day at Ohio State University and have been an item ever since. They got married this past May in Allyson’s hometown, Chicago. Allyson is a school counselor and holds a master’s degree in education.

“It is strange to be back in Akron, but feels great to be where I grew up,” David says, “But one thing hasn’t changed —and that’s how delicious Swenson’s is.”

Aside from indulging in their favorite burger, Allyson and David enjoy hiking on the city’s trails with their cuddly Goldendoodle, Scarlett, who was named after one of their alma mater’s colors. In addition to finding comfort in the outdoors, the Neumanns fit right in the Akron Jewish community. “I had the privilege of growing up with most of the community, and they have known Allyson for a good amount of time —their love and support has helped for an easy seamless transition,” David says.

Growing up in a predominantly Jewish area in Chicago, Allyson has a strong Jewish foundation. “I had the pleasure of being an intern for the Jewish United Fund of Chicago and I was fortunate to help with the annual Chicago Holocaust Luncheon named after my grandmother, Risa K. Lambert,” Allyson says.

As far as living in Akron goes, the couple agrees that it’s a great place to live. “It’s more rural than what I’m used to,” Allyson adds. “But Michael and Elaine [Neumann], and their connection to the community through the Temple and JCC, have shown us that Akron is a wonderful place for young Jewish families.”

Be sure to say “Hello” to David and Allyson next time you see this lovely couple — even if it’s mid-bite of a Swenson’s burger!

Akron's Jewish Community Concierge service is provided by the Jewish Community Board of Akron and is supported by Annual Campaign funds. Cathy Baer serves as Community Concierge and can be contacted at 234-252-0049 or [email protected].

David and Allyson Neumann

Human Trafficking Awareness ProgramPATHS' mission is to educate and advocate for the prevention and abolition of human trafficking while connecting services on behalf of trafficked persons.

November 17 at 7 pm Temple Israel, 91 Springside Drive in Akron • FREE program

Partners Against Trafficking of Humans Stark (PATHS) & Temple Israel Sisterhood present:


AKRON JEWISH NEWS

$45K

COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS

$13K

JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE (JCRC)

$17K

KOSHER KITCHEN AT THE SCHULTZ CAMPUS

$45K

Hundreds of people celebrated Israeli Independence Day, commemorated the Holocaust, and rejoiced in a community Shabbat. These community events connect us to our history, identity, and tradition, as well as to one another.

The JCRC advocates Jewish interests in the broader community. Through initiatives like the annual legislative reception and the joint interfaith trip to Washington DC, JCRC sheds light on issues significant to the Jewish community.

Our kitchen operates separate meat and dairy sections, rests on Shabbat and holidays, serves only kosher products and ingredients, and keeps kosher for Passover.

Since 1929 the Akron Jewish News has kept the greater Akron Jewish community connected. it’s a true community publication: for the community, about the community, and by the community.

YOUR ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONATIONS AT WORK

$151KConnecting Akron’s Jewish community

COMMUNITY CONCIERGE

$31K

The community concierge connects newcomers to the Akron Jewish community by helping them find jobs and locate housing, make social connections, and connect to local resources, specifically Jewish agencies and congregations.


BOARD OF AKRONJewish Community

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN donor events

ABOVE: Mark and Tammy Gersman

LEFT: Rick Spector, President of JCBA; Brian Slesnick; Marc Merklin, chair of JCBA's Annual Campaign

FAR LEFT: David and Janet Minc

ABOVE: Laurie Zuckerman and Steve Johnson

LEFT: Herb and Ellen Moss

FAR LEFT: Jeff Jacoby, columnist at the Boston Globe, spoke at the Major Gifts event on Sept. 22. Pictured here with Sam Chestnut

RIGHT: Doron Horowitz from the Secure Communities Network (SCN) through Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) spoke at the Intermediate Gifts Event on Sept. 29.

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Reform Judaismthe heart of the Temple

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with Rahel Musleah Scholar-in-Residence at Beth El Congregation

FRIDAY, DEC. 2Shabbat Dinner at 6 pm– A traditional Indian dinner, catered by Efrat Ohayon

Shabbat Service at 7:15 pm

Program by Rahel Musleah at 8 pm

SATURDAY, DEC. 3Shabbat Services led by Rahel Musleah at 9:15 am, followed by a Kiddush luncheon

Evening Open House

Musleah was born in Calcutta, India, the seventh generation of a Calcutta Jewish family. Through her multi-media song, story and slide programs, she shares her rare and intimate knowledge of this ancient community’s history, customs and melodies.

Museleah is an award-winning journalist as well as the author of several critically acclaimed books.

More info at bethelakron.com or call 330-864-2105

Thank you for your generosity! But did you know that your brokerage company doesn’t always tell us who you are? So it is important for you to call or email us to let us know if you are transferring stock to the JCBA. That way, we will know who the gift comes from, what stock you are gifting, and how your gift should be applied. Contact Julie Katz at 330-835-0005 or [email protected].

Making a stock donation to JCBA?year-end info


ANSHE SFARD SYNAGOGUE646 N. Revere Road, Akron330-867-7292www.akronshul.comRabbi Mendy Sasonkin

Candle Lighting Times

Friday, Nov. 4 6:00 pmFriday, Nov. 11 4:52 pmFriday, Nov. 18 4:47 pmFriday, Nov. 25 4:43 pmFriday, Dec. 2 4:40 pm

BEYOND THE CHUPPAH

The Mystique of the Jewish WeddingThe bride and groom uniting under the chuppah. The resounding mazel tov at the breaking of the glass. Elated l’chayims and dancing into the night. These are the iconic images that we have come to expect at any Jewish wedding. But beneath all the fanfare and jubilation, there must certainly be a more exiting and deeper meaning.

Have you ever wondered why the bride veils her face and wears a white gown? Did you know it is traditional for the bride and groom to fast on their wedding day?

Join us on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 5:30 p.m., at Anshe Sfard Synagogue for the 19th Annual Gathering of Jewish Mysticism as we evoke the celebratory spirit of a traditional Jewish wedding while uncovering the significance of ancient, holy rituals and unique customs. We will also explore the foundations of marriage as a divine covenant between two people blending not just their lives but their souls.

In addition to enjoying a delicious dinner and joyful dancing, we will relive the memories from weddings of local couples in the Akron community through video and storytelling. We are also looking for your unique contributions to the program booklet featuring stories of weddings and married life.

Whether you are a bride-to-be or have been happily married for years, this festive evening is sure to bring joy and deepen the knowledge of all who attend. You do not need any previous experience or Jewish education to attend and enjoy this event.

Sponsors: Women’s Chavurah of Anshe Sfard, JCBA, Chabad of Akron, and the Shaw JCC. Funded in part by the Jewish Women’s Endowment Fund.

Program Committee: Stacy Shulan, Sheryl Aronson, Mazal Cohen, Robyn Freedman, Chana Sheri Glauberman, Olivia Edelman, Robyn Tobias, Mimi Surloff Markis, Kaila Sasonkin, Eileen Schonfeld, Laurie Zuckerman.

For more information or to submit a story for the program booklet, please contact Mazal Cohen at [email protected] or at 330-864-0806.

Time is running out...

To think about year-end tax and gift planning strategies

Maximize the benefits for you and the Jewish community— call Julie Katz at 330-835-0005 to discuss options.

Local Temple Schedules

ShacharitSunday, 8 amMonday & Thursday, 7:30 amShabbat, 9 am

Mincha & MaarivSunday - Friday, 7:30 pmShabbat, 7:30 pm

Torah Studies with Rabbi SasonkinTuesday at 8 pm; for men and women

BETH EL CONGREGATION750 White Pond Drive, Akron330-864-2105www.bethelakron.com Rabbi Stephen Grundfast

Kabbalat ShabbatHeld at Brookdale Montrose (formally Chambrel) on the first Friday of every month.

Friday Night Services Will only be held on Friday nights when there is a special program. Please check the calendar for details.

Shabbat Morning Services, 9:15 amShacharit Weekdays, 7:30 amShacharit Sundays, 8:30 am

TEMPLE BETH SHALOM50 Division Street, Hudson330-656-1800 [email protected] Rabbi Jim Egolf

Friday Night Services Held twice a month at 7:45 pm, normally on the second and fourth Fridays of the month

TEMPLE ISRAEL91 Springside Drive, Akron330-665-2000www.templeisraelakron.orgRabbi Josh BrownCantor Kathy Fromson

Friday Night Services: 6:15 pmWee Sing Shabbat Sing-a-long

First Friday of the month at 5:30 pm; for families with children ages 0-6

Torah Study: Saturdays at 9:00 am Saturday Morning Services: 10:15 am

It is considered a great mitzvah and responsibility to honor the Sabbath by lighting candles 18 minutes before sunset on Friday evening.


If it wasn’t for you, 20% of our members would not have afforded the services they enjoyed at the J this year. Your generous support through Families Supporting Families provided more than $112,000 in scholarships to the 187

children, families and seniors who needed them most. Every day you can help change someone's life. Please give today.

Every day you can

help change someone's life.

Shaw JCCAkron

To make a tax deductible donation:

: Make a secure donation at shawjcc.org/give( Call 330-835-0025 to set up monthly payment

A Stop by the Shaw JCC’s front desk

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In 1948, a group of Jewish American pilots secretly– and at great personal risk– smuggled planes out of the U.S., trained behind the Iron Curtain and flew for Israel in its War of Independence. This ragtag band of brothers not only turned the tide of the war; they also embarked on personal journeys and renewed Jewish pride. We’ll follow the film with a brief discussion.

Film: Above and Beyond

«Monday, Nov. 7 / 6:30-8:30 pm

SHLICHIM PROGRAMS

THE SCHULTZ CAMPUS FOR JEWISH LIFE750 White Pond Drive • Akron, OH 44320BOARD OF AKRON

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to the public!

Please RSVP to Shay Goldenberg at [email protected].

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Israel Bonds

Tuesday, Nov. 22 / 6:30-8:30 pm

With Michael HolubLearn about Israel Bonds, its history, what it does for Israel, and how you can take part in the country’s growth and development by being an investor. Learn about this great program that makes a significant impact on Israel and all of her

citizens. After a brief presentation, there will be time for questions and answers.

Honoring Volunteer, Educator Esther Hexter

LEFT: Billy Soule, assistant to the Mayor of Akron, presented Hexter with a proclamation from Mayor Dan Horrigan. ABOVE LEFT : David Koch, CEO of the Jewish Community Board of Akron, spoke of the many areas in which Hexter served the community— as a Jewish educator, particularly in Holocaust studies, and as a volunteer. ABOVE CENTER: Hexter greeted the many guests who came to the reception on Sept. 28, like Jody Schweiger.ABOVE RIGHT: President of Beth El Congregation Harvey Sterns with Hexter

SECOND ANNUALWINTER BASH

The Mandel Early Childhood Education Center and The Lippman

School are partnering to present Event highlights include live entertainment with professional magician Drew Murray, strolling dinner, dessert and coffee bar, wine wall, teacher outings, student art projects, chance auction, silent auction and and a Giving Tree. Proceeds will benefit the Mandel ECE and The Lippman School.

Saturday, Jan. 21 • 7:30-10 p.m.

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CHINESE DINNER CHANUKAH You are invited to a

4:30 Cocktails & Appetizers 5:15 Menorah Lighting 5:30 Chinese Dinner

Sunday, December 25, 2016

Cash Wine Bar | Movie "Raid on Entebbe" | Child Care

At Anshe Sfard

Adults $25 by December 18, $30 after | Kids (5-13) $15 by December 18, $18 after RSVP www.akronshul.com or call 330-867-7292

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(Celebrating 40 years )

On Oct. 13 at the Akron Civic Theatre, students from The Lippman School along with the Northern Cheyenne Tribe singers and drummers performed original musical and dance pieces as part of the Creative Works Project under the guidance of artistic director Brian Murphy.

A well-known professional dancer and choreographer in the Akron community, Murphy is co-creator of the Creative Works Project workshops for The Lippman School.

Otto Braided Hair, joined by other tribal drummers and singers, performed traditional songs as Northern Cheyenne students danced in authentic tribal dress. Shay Goldenberg, Akron and Canton’s shaliach, also performed.

The Creative Works Project is designed to introduce students to local area professional dancers and musicians with the purpose of creating original musical pieces followed by a public performance.

The Creative Works Project would not be possible without the support of the Akron School of the Arts Firestone Dance Department, University of Akron Dance Institute, Child’s Guidance Services, Summit Choir Society, Cheyenne Indians, NEOS Dance Theatre and musician Shay Goldenberg. Thank you to our generous private donors for their support.

A young family Shabbat experience through food, fun, friends, and prayer. at Anshe Sfard. Open to all. 6 - 7:30 pm

Oct 21 • Nov 18 • Jan 13 Feb 10 • March 3 • April 28 May 19 • June 16

Sponsored by the Lippman-Kanfer Family Foundation

Shabbat in a Round

Lippman students debut 'Creative Works Project' with Northern Cheyenne

ABOVE: Otto Braided Hair from the Northern Cheyenne nationBELOW: The Lippman School students performming


www.shawjcc.org | 330-867-7850 | 750 White Pond Drive, Akron

GAME NIGHTALL COMMUNITY

Thursday,November 105:30-8:30 pm

CheckersChessSequenceGinRummyUnoRummikubBoggleScrabbleConnect FourBridgeEuchre& More!

Cost: $5.00 at the door

Age: 18+

& DINNER We invite anyone and everyone over the age of 18 to join us for a night of fun and games! A light dinner and dessert will be served. Please bring your favorite game to share and some will be provided! To RSVP or if you have any questions, please call Rachel Williams at 330-835-0027. Cost: $5.00 at the door. Age: 18+

Shaw JCCAkron

Co-presented by:

Senior Adult ProgramsBridgeMondays Ongoing 11 a.m.–2 p.m. $1 donation suggested

No matter what level of play, join us for Bridge. No instruction is provided. No RSVP needed. Open to all.

Retired Men’s GroupTuesdays 2nd & 4th Tues. 9:30–11:30 a.m. $1 donation suggested

Join the Men’s Group for open discussion on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. No RSVP needed. Open to all.

Mah JonggThursdays Ongoing 1–4 p.m. No RSVP needed - FREE

Join us for Mah Jongg. Young and old alike are enjoying the comeback of Mah Jongg. Whether you know how to play, or want to learn, there will be an opportunity! Open to all.

Lunch BunchTuesday 2nd Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. RSVP at least one day in advance*

Once a month join us as we eat at different locally owned, Akron-area restaurants. Nov. 8 Niko's Sandwich Board. RSVP by Nov. 7*

Be’Tay Avon CaféTuesday 3rd Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. RSVP* - Pay as you can

Join the fun, fellowship, conversation and FOOD at the once-a-month Old-Style Jewish Deli. Who knows? You might just learn something! Light lunch served. Pay as you feel, but donations are encouraged.

Nov. 15 Rachel Kabb-Effron, an Elder Law specialist from Cleveland. She is experienced in Medicaid/Medicare planning, Social Security, Veteran Benefits, Guardianship and more! Bring your questions!

Movie at the JWednesday 3rd Tuesdays 12:30 p.m. Free & Open to community

Enjoy a current, first run movie in the quiet of the Shaw JCC, plus free popcorn! Closed captions provided.

Nov. 15 Requiem for the American Dream: A documentary, in which Noam Chomsky, one of America's most respected and influential social theorists, offers sobering insights on the nation's extreme economic inequalities

Restaurant ReviewThursday 4th Thursdays 5:30 p.m. RSVP at least one day in advance*

It’s dinner time! Enjoy food and conversation. Nov. 24 Thanksgiving! We will regroup in January.

*Please RSVP to Rachel, Phone:330-835-0027 or email: [email protected]

Thursday, Nov. 105:30-8:30 p.m.The Shaw JCC and JFS invites anyone and everyone over the age of 18 for a night of fun and games on the Schultz Campus! A light dinner and dessert will be served. Please bring your favorite game to share and some will be provided! To RSVP or if you have any questions, please call Rachel Williams at 330-835-0027. Cost: $5 at the door.

All Community Game Night & Dinner

Black Friday Basketball Clinic at the Shaw JCCFriday, Nov. 25 9 a.m.-noonHosted by the National Basketball Academy, this clinic for girls and boys in grades 2–8 will focus on two skill areas – ball handling and shooting. Players will run through different dills and contests focused on the skill areas to make the program fun while helping players improve. Register online at www.tnbabasketball.com/tnbaohio.


Using nothing more than the human voice, a musical presentation, and a little Jewish humor, this A Cappella group connects with fans of all ages. The Maccabeats perform an eclectic array of Jewish, American, and Israeli songs.

7:30-9 pmCost after Nov. 1$10 per person ($20 max family)

MACCABEATS featuring the

SPONSORED BY: The Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation

PARTNERING ORGANIZATIONS: Anshe Sfard, Beth El, Temple Israel, Shaw JCC

Temple will install Rabbi Brown Nov. 28Temple Israel will install Rabbi Josh Brown as the Senior Rabbi of the congregation on Monday, Nov. 28 at 7 pm.

The evening includes Scholar in Residence Rabbi Stacey Blank and Special Guest Rabbi Emeritus David Horowitz.

Rabbi Stacey Blank serves as the rabbi of the Reform/Progressive Kehilat Tzur Hadassah, outside of Jerusalem. On her path to the rabbinate, she served Jewish communities all over the world including two years in Poland as a volunteer with the Joint Distribution Committee, as a student rabbi in California, South Africa, and Australia.Having grown up in Cleveland, Ohio, Rabbi Blank attended HUC with Rabbi Brown and made aliyah to Israel in 2005.

Rabbi David Horowitz is the Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Israel having served as the synagogue’s Senior Rabbi from 1983-2001. His deep love for this congregation and passion for justice has left a permanent mark in the hearts of our synagogue and city.

Gift Shop Hours:• Wednesdays 12:30-4:30pm

• After Shabbat Friday evening services during the Oneg• Happily by appointment. Please call the Temple office for

information at 330-665-2000.

At the Temple Israel Gift Shop

Temple Israel Sisterhood Gift Shop91 Springside Road, Bath, Ohio 44333

We invite you to stop in the Gift Shop during the Temple Israel Sisterhood Art and Jewish Food Festival, Sunday, Nov. 13, 10am-4pm.

You'll find many new Judaic items for your home and for your gift giving needs. Of course we are glad to help you during the following gift shop hours or by appointment.

Rabbi David Horowitz is the Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Israel having served as the synagogue’s Senior Rabbi from 1983-2001. His deep love for this congregation and passion for justice has left a permanent mark in the hearts of our synagogue and city.

Rabbi Stacey Blank serves as the rabbi of the Reform/Progressive Kehilat Tzur Hadassah, outside of Jerusalem. On her path to the rabbinate, she served Jewish communities all over the world including two years in Poland as a volunteer with the Joint Distribution Committee, as a student rabbi in California, South Africa, and Australia. Having grown up in Cleveland, Ohio, Rabbi Blank attended HUC with Rabbi Brown and made aliyah to Israel in 2005.

Featuring Scholar in Residence Rabbi Stacey Blank

Save the Date as we install

Rabbi Josh Brown as the Senior Rabbi

of Temple Israel

Monday November 28th

7:00pm

Special Guest Rabbi Emeritus David Horowitz

Saturday, November 12

Havdalah ConcertAT THE SHAW JCC OF AKRON

Free Admission & Parking

Sunday, November 13, 201610:00am - 4:00pm

Temple Israel Sisterhood Invites you to the:

Temple Israel 91 Springside Drive Akron, Ohio 44333 (330) 665-2000

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Anshe Sfard’s Annual Raffle BreakfastSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 • 10:30 AM

Grand Prize: $3,000!$150 Donation

Tickets may be purchased from: Art Taub, Robert Taub, Katie Gruber, Dan Sutter, Joel Stile, David Recht, Meir Ohayon, David Kloner or the Shul office.


from our shaliachSHAY GOLDENBERG

[email protected]

SHAY GOLDENBERG ISRAELI SHALIACH

“After the holidays” is the time of the year when we have finally “digested” (literally) the fact that the New Year has begun. This November, my shlichim program monthly topic is about the special bond between the American Jewish people and the State of Israel.

Upcoming ProgramsOn Monday, Nov. 7, we’ll watch the great film “Above and Beyond,” directed by Nancy Spielberg. Join me at 6:30 pm on the Schultz Campus for Jewish Life. This film tells the story of a group of Jewish American pilots that answered a call for help. In secret—and at great personal risk—they smuggled planes out of the U.S., trained behind the Iron Curtain in Czechoslovakia, and flew for Israel in its War of Independence in 1948. This is one of the great examples of the endless bond between the Jewish people and the life of the State of Israel.

We will also get together on Tuesday, Nov. 22, at 6:30 pm and hear from Michael Holub from Israel Bonds. We’ll learn about its history, what it does for Israel, and how you can take part in the country’s growth and development as an investor.

More about IsraAIDIsrael is a strong state with strong people that reach out their hands to help and for peace. The organization IsraAID exemplifies this spirit. Mayana was a part of this amazing Israeli-based humanitarian aid organization, which recently helped in Baton Rouge. Here’s more about its work, from IsraAID itself:

"Between August 8–14, Louisiana was pummeled by over 6.9 trillion gallons of rain, in what is being called the “worst [disaster] to hit the United States since Superstorm Sandy” (Red Cross). Dozens of lives were lost, and residents are struggling to recover from the sheer scale and scope of the crisis.

In the aftermath of record flooding that affected over 105,000 families, IsraAID’s disaster relief team deployed to the area to support relief efforts.

Giving Your Soul and Your Heart Latet Et Ha-Neshama Ve-Et Ha-Lev Song title by Boaz Shar’abi

Following coordination with national partners, the 10‐person team arrived in Louisiana to help clean out devastated homes, as well as lay the groundwork for future rehabilitation and reconstruction.

Drawing on 15 years of humanitarian responses in 39 countries, IsraAID was on the ground with longtime partner Team Rubicon, its US‐based disaster response partner. This cleaning stage was crucial to avoid major health and hygiene issues from contaminated water and open sewage, as well as to build a positive momentum of rehabilitation.

Team member Mayana Branigan is an Israeli who had just completed a year of “shlichut” on behalf of the Jewish Agency in the cities of Akron and Canton, Ohio. She remarks: “This has been such a privilege and learning experience for me. I learned about the strength of people to ‘overcome.’ We came into homes and, as a team, we did everything we could, so that the families were able to begin the process of rebuilding their homes. Whether it was removing debris, sorting through belongings or even listening, as we finished our work, we left with such gratitude and friendship.”

Following completion of one of the houses, the homeowner, Mary, wrote to the team, “We had been able to do some of the gutting and cleaning but had

just stalled out. Your crew arrived when we had hit the bottom on energy and the ability to continue. You infused fresh energy, skill and expertise into the cleanup operation and really helped to turn our flooded house back into what can eventually become our repaired and renovated home. And beyond the obvious cleanup, the caring attitude, good humor and kindness displayed by all members of the team made the work day go so quickly. The fact that team members volunteered (even taking vacation time from work) and travelled from so far away to help flood victims here in Baton Rouge is especially noteworthy. We are so appreciative for your help. We can now look forward with hope and optimism towards rebuilding a home for our family.”

IsraAID is an international humanitarian aid organization based in Israel. Since its inception in 2001, its emergency response teams have responded to almost every major humanitarian crisis of the last decade, reaching over 39 countries worldwide, with long-term efforts still ongoing in 19 countries today. IsraAID has been active in the United States since 2005 in the wake of Hurricane Katrina."

For more information on IsraAID and their work, email Talya Feldman at [email protected] or go to www.israaid.org.

Shay performed with dancers from Firestone High School at The Creative Works Project performance at Akron's Civic Theatre on Oct. 13.

Anshe Sfard’s Annual Raffle BreakfastSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 • 10:30 AM

Grand Prize: $3,000!$150 Donation

Tickets may be purchased from: Art Taub, Robert Taub, Katie Gruber, Dan Sutter, Joel Stile, David Recht, Meir Ohayon, David Kloner or the Shul office.


Add a Leaf to the Simcha TreeCelebrate the birth of a baby, baby naming, special birthday, wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, confirmation, graduation or special anniversary or memorialize your loved ones— with a leaf on the Simcha Tree. When you purchase an engraved plaque, it will be displayed on the Shaw JCC Martin and Jenne Meltzer Simcha Tree. The purchase benefits the Shaw JCC’s senior adult programming.

Please call Rachel Armin Williams at 330-835-0027 or email [email protected] for more information, character limit, timeline, and cost etc.

THANK YOU for supporting the Akron Jewish News!

If you haven't made a donation, you can help JCBA continue providing the Akron Jewish News to the community by making a contribution. To donate visit www.jewishakron.org/AJNgift, or mail a check to Akron Jewish News, 750 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320.

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Oppenheimer to Become a Bar Mitzvah at Beth El & Anshe SfardJacob Spencer Oppenheimer will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on both Nov. 11 and Nov. 12. On Friday, Nov. 11, his Bar Mitzvah at Anshe Sfard will be a Kabbalat Shabbat Service featuring the Maccabeats musical group. His Bar Mitzvah at Beth El Congregation will be on Saturday, Nov. 12.

Jacob is the son of Stacey Fish and Kenneth Oppenheimer, brother of Evelyn, grandson of Michael and Judy Fish and Martin and Joyce Oppenheimer, and great-grandson of Rabbi Albert z”l and Anita Raab z”l and Robert z”l and Helen Fish z”l, Siegfried z”l and Doris Oppenheimer, and Nathan z”l and Blanche Leubitz z”l. He is in the 7th grade at Revere Middle School. For his Tzedakah project, Jacob prepared mitzvah meals at Anshe Sfard.

Contributions

JEWISH WELFARE FUNDIn Honor of• Esther Hexter from Mr. & Mrs. Michael Osherow

JEWISH NATIONAL FUNDIn Memory of• Jerry Cohen from Dr. & Mrs. Kenneth Kretchmer

THE EDWARD I. ABRAMSON FUNDThank you to• The Edward I. Abramson Fund for continued support to Encountering Jewish Stories class and Jewish Education for seniors from Esther Hexter

ROSE & LAWRENCE SCHWARTZ HOLOCAUST EDUCATION FUND

Thank you to • Irene Adler and the Schwartz Holocaust Education Fund for continued support to the Holocaust Seminars from Esther Hexter

Mazal Tov to• Irene & Alan Adler on the marriage of Alyse & Andy from Mr. & Mrs. Larry Hexter

JENNIFER MOSS OUTSTANDING GRADUATE AWARD FUND

In Honor of• Herb Moss’ 70th birthday from Mr. & Mrs. Larry Hexter; Harvey & Marilyn Groden• Esther Hexter’s JCBA Volunteer of the Year Award from Marilyn & Harvey Groden

For Recovery of• Marvin Shapiro from Mr. & Mrs. Herb Moss

Mazel Tov to• Dr. & Mrs. Ray Weiskind may you have many years of happiness in your new home from Mr. & Mrs. Herb Moss• Esther Hexter – Kol Hakavod on your many wonderful contributions to the Akron community from Mr. & Mrs. Herb Moss

BARBARA POLLOCK SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FUND

In Memory of• Edna Shapiro from Jerry & Leona Pollock• David Schneir from Jerry & Leona Pollock• Jerry Cohen from Jerry & Leona Pollock

In Honor of• Leonard & Ruth Sweet’s new home from Jerry & Leona Pollock

Speedy Recovery for• Helene Sternberg from Jerry & Leona Pollock

DERROW-KUTNICK MANDEL ECE STAFF CREDENTIALS

& DEVELOPMENT FUNDIn Honor of• Steven Kutnick’s 70th Birthday from Richard & Marcia Hirsh• Stuart Glauberman’s 65th Birthday from Ed & Faye Regal

Speedy Recovery for• Marvin Shapiro from Ed & Faye Regal

JCC ENDOWMENT FUNDIn Honor of• David Lockshin from Stan & Zippy Silverman

In Memory of• David Schneir from Gloria Slavin• Sally Ekus’s sister Marilyn from Gloria Slavin; Shirley Newman • Joy Epstein’s brother Bernard Clayman from Julie LeFever; Nancy Walfish

KERRY MIGDAL MEMORIAL FUNDIn Honor of• The birth of Adeline Julia McMains, granddaughter of Greg & Susan McMains and daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jason McMains from Stan & Rhoda Migdal

LILA MARKS MUSIC PERFORMANCE & EDUCATION FUND

In Memory of • Missy Nusbaum from Norman & Nancy Scherr• Roland Paolucci from The Jan Michael Family

In Honor of• David Lockshin’s Tribute from Norman & Nancy Scherr• Lila Marks Community Spirit Award from Stan & Zippy Silverman

RANDY RECHT SPORTS CAMP FUNDIn Honor of• The Special Birthday for Rivie Zimmerman from Marjorie & David Recht• The Special Anniversary for Doreen & Jack Weissberg from Marjorie & David Recht; Paula & Scott Gross

RONALD PENNER JCC MEMORIAL FUND FOR ISRAEL-CENTRIC BBYO

PROGRAMMINGIn Honor of• Lila Marks Community Spirit Award presented at the Annual Campus Gala from Arlene Penner

In Memory of • David Schneir from Arlene Penner

WILLIAM WEINTRAUB FUNDIn Memory of• Betty Lipson from Irv & Ann Kauvar

McMains Baby BornJason and Jessica McMains are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Adeline Julia McMains, born on Sept. 21, in Durham, North Carolina. Grandparents are Greg and Susan McMains of Akron and Ken and Mary Lynn Hall of Hazleton, PA. Great grandparents are Donald and Estelle Kaufman of Akron and Geraldine Mitcho of Hazleton, PA.

Thank You to CommunityDeep thanks to David Koch and the Jewish Community Board of Akron for the wonderful reception in my honor as JCBA Volunteer of the Year on Sept. 28. I greatly appreciate the many family and friends who came to celebrate in person and others who sent notes and called. Being part of our communities of learners and volunteers is a very important part of my life. I hope to continue doing so way into the future.

- Esther Cohen Hexter

Best Wishes to• Greta Foster on your retirement from Mr. & Mrs. Herb Moss

Thank you to• Mr. & Mrs. Larry Levine, Dr. & Mrs. Joel Miller, Mr. & Mrs. Alan Kay, Mr. & Mrs. Myron Rabinovitz, Mr. & Mrs. Martin Oppenheimer for sharing my ‘35th’ birthday from Mr. & Mrs. Herb Moss


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