Hassidic Courts - Canton Jewish Community Center
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Hassidic Courts - Canton Jewish Community Center
AddreSS ServICe reqUeSTed Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 159 CANTON, OHIO Volume 92 • Number 8 AyA r / s IVA N 5 7 7 2 • MAY 2 0 1 2 A publication of the Canton Jewish Community Federation • 2631 Harvard Ave. NW • Canton, OH 44709 • www.jewishcanton.org Live from New York’s 92nd Street Y Upcoming Programs TM “Hassidic Courts” Monday, May 7 • 7:00 p.m. at the JCC • Free and Open to the Community Jenny and Oz Naor will host a free program featuring Israeli photojournalist Gil Cohen-Magen. Cohen-Magen spent a decade compiling his book Hassidic Courts which contains exclusive images of the Hassidic communities in Israel. He gained unprecedented access to communities that rarely open their doors to outsiders. The book shows exciting and surprising moments in the lives of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews. The program looks at the ultra-Orthodox communities such as the Satmar Hassidic sect. Mr. Cohen- Magen presents a rare glimpse at these closed communities and their beliefs and rituals. His book is a “no holds barred” look through the lens at rare ceremonies and gatherings which have never been photographed by outsiders before. Mr. Cohen-Magen is a graduate of the Hadassah College of Jerusalem’s Photography program and spent ten years working with the Reuters news agency. Cohen-Magen has exhibited his photographs in Europe and in Israel. Books are available for purchase after the lecture. “Free Men” • Wednesday, May 2 • 7:30 p.m. at the Canton Palace Theatre Join us for the final film of the third annual Jewish Film Festival sponsored by Premier Bank & Trust. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the Palace Theatre 30 minutes prior to the film. “Free Men”, based on a true story, takes place in German-occupied Paris, where a young unemployed Algerian named Younes earns his living as a black marketeer. Arrested by the French police but given a chance to avoid jail, Younes agrees to spy on the Paris Mosque. The police suspect the Mosque authorities of aiding Muslim Resistance agents and helping North African Jews by giving them false certificates. At the Mosque, Younes meets the Algerian singer Salim Halali, and is moved by Salim’s beautiful voice and strong personality. When Younes discovers that Salim is Jewish, he stops collaborating with the police and gradually is transformed into a full-fledged freedom fighter. (French with subtitles) The Canton Jewish Community Federation presents the final two broadcasts from Live from New York’s 92nd Street YTM 2012 Winter/Spring series with programs May 3 and June 5 at the JCC. The 92nd Street Y is iconic for its literary, cultural and arts programming, as well as for its historic place as a community beacon. Admission is $9 and may be purchased at the door on the night of each broadcast. Madeleine Albright Thursday, May 3 8:00 p.m. at the JCC In her new and most personal book, Prague Winter: A Personal Story of Remembrance and War, 1937–1948, Madeleine Albright looks at her family’s experiences during this tumultuous time in history before, during and after World War II. Mandy Patinkin Tuesday, June 5 8:00 p.m. at the JCC Mandy Patinkin’s career encompasses theater, film, television, recordings and the concert stage. His Broadway credits include Evita, The Secret Garden, Sunday in the Park with George and solo concerts. 2 FROM THE FEDERATION Stark JewiSh NewS • MaY 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org LOCAL NEWS Stark JewiSh NewS • MaY 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org A Lasting Legacy Reach Exactly Who You Want Your Direct Connection to Staff Jewish Family Services Please Take Note: We are aware that some individuals are having a problem with our phone system. 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Stark Jewish News Bonnie Manello..330-445-2404 Vicki Kline.........330-445-2407 Jenny & Oz Naor..330-445-2401 Bev Gross...........330-445-2410 Karen Phillippi...330-445-2405 Ann Trenga.........330-445-2854 Stark Jewish News A publication of the Canton Jewish Community Federation 2631 Harvard Ave. N.W. • Canton, OH 44709 Phone: Editorial 330-445-2405 • Advertising 330-445-2410 Fax: 330-452-4487 email:[email protected] • www.jewishcanton.org Edward Buxbaum, CEO/Executive Director Adele Gelb, President JuDeane Luntz, Publication Committee Chair Karen Phillippi, Editor Bev Gross, Advertising Manager Ann Trenga, Art Director Jo-Anne Buxbaum, Copy Reader The SJN attempts to publish materials received and reserves the right to edit all submissions. The Stark Jewish News is mailed at no charge to Jewish individuals and families in Stark, Tuscarawas and Wayne Counties. The SJN is published 10 times a year. Subscription rate: $14.00 per year. Deadline for each month’s issue is the 10th. Materials must be received in our office by that date. 3 Adele Gelb Pictured at left: Nelly Toll, Martha Lottman, Oz and Jenny Naor and Irv Toll at the JCC. Pictured above: Nelly Toll addresses teachers and students at Chadash. Federation President 1. What was the approximate total of the 2012 Jewish Welfare Fund Campaign? a) $250,000 b) $350,000 c) $500,000 2. Compared to 2011 this total was a: a) increase b) decrease 3. Federation’s 2012 budget will: a) increase b) decrease 3. Who will pay for the expenses of the current community center and the renovated community center? a) Shaaray Torah and Temple Israel will split it b) Shaaray Torah and Temple Israel will split it and Federation will pay rent c) Shaaray Torah, Temple Israel and Federation will share the expenses equally 4. Who pays the expenses of Jewish Family Services? a) Jewish Family Services is self sufficient b) Federation supports 100% of Jewish Family Services expenses c) The congregations help pay for JFS 5. Who pays the expenses of the Shlichim? a) The Federation supports 100% of the Shlichim expenses b) The congregations, Chadash and Federation support the Shlichim c) Israel sends the Shlichim to us and there is no expense 6. Where does most of the money from the campaign go? a) Israel b) National agencies c) Stark County Answers: 1. b 2. b 3. b – by 18.3% 4. b 5. a 6. c – 82% Income JWF Welfare Fund Campaign $ 352,000 Alliance Chadash Fund $ 1,500 IISP Fund Recovery $ 3,500 Allocations: Local Agencies TOTAL $ 357,000 Canton Jewish Community Federation $ 288,129 Chadash $ $11,000 Nelly Toll Speaks at Chadash Nelly Toll, holocaust survivor and artist, shared her experiences with faculty and students of Chadash at a special presentation. In her presentation, Nelly focused on the topic of bullying, asking the audience if they had experienced bullying, and how did they Sub-Total $ 299,129 Regional Agencies Government Affairs Committee of Ohio $ Ohio Hillel Consortium $ Lippman Day School $ 4,000 8,000 1,000 Sub-Total $ 13,000 Anti-Defamation League $ JCPA $ Birthright Israel $ 1,000 775 3,500 Sub-Total $ 5,275 National Agencies Overseas Agencies Jewish Federation of N. America w/designation to Partnership2Gether JAFI/Shlichim $ 40,000 Sub-Total $ 40,000 (1% of Campaign Total) $ 3,500 $ 4,000 Shrinkage Reserves Total All Allocations $ 364,904 $ (7,904) “Let It “Let Shine” It Shine” handle it. She interacted with the students, showing them that letting something go, like bullying, can lead to greater injustices. She encouraged the students to have an adult they can confide in and to speak up, when an injustice is perceived. RESALE SHOPPE FOR DESIGNER & BETTER WOMEN’S MEN’S & JUNIOR’S FASHIONS & ACCESSORIES GALORE. 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Regardless of where their lives took them, the Eppys wanted to be assured that Jewish youth in Canton had the opportunity to attend Jewish Camps, and to travel to Israel. Ruth’s commitment to the Canton Jewish Community took many forms. Ruth Eppy served as Shaaray Torah Synagogues’ Sisterhood President, and was a lifelong member of Hadassah. Eventually, Ruth and Ben fulfilled a lifelong dream of moving to Florida, and Ruth became Ruth Eppy active in Israel Bonds and the Broward County Jewish Federation. Ruth was “Bubbie” and “Great Bubbie” to her grand and greatchildren and it was clear to everyone that her passion was her family. Ruth passed away this past February. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ruth and Ben’s legacy lives on as well through the Ben and Ruth Eppy Scholarship fund, which is now maintained by her children. Through the Eppy’s generosity and foresight, many of our Canton youth have taken advantage of the Eppy Scholarship fund to attend Jewish summer camps, BBYO events and to go to Israel. “May Ruth’s memory be for blessing as her life’s work continues through the Eppy Scholarship Fund,” Ed Buxbaum, Federation Executive Director, said. Now offering GLO MINERALS MAKEUP! 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Rehearsing the biblical story and teasing out its contemporary applications direct me with ever growing 5 Partnership – Personally Fulfilling and Life Changing Rabbi John Spitzer • Associate Professor of Jewish Studies, Walsh University, Director of the Jewish/Catholic Studies Institute There is a difference between setting out and arriving. Pesach, which commenced with Seder on the 14th of Nisan was a joyous and meaningful holiday. Gathered at tables with family and friends, Jews celebrated God’s liberation of our people from enslavement to Pharaoh. We marched forth from the fleshpots of Egypt on our way to…well, it was unspecified. God does that…God calls to Abram and tells him to leave the land of his birth and go without specifying a destination. Later, even after Abraham has gotten to know God better, the command comes to take his son to a place “that I will PARTNERSHIP2GETHER certainty to the Revelation at Sinai. The destination is nearer. The older we become (counting our seasons and years) the clearer the glimpse we have of our destination. Reflecting on the repetitious experiences of the Jewish calendar, its rituals and laws in the light of our growing children and grandchildren and the experiences of joy and sorrow in our lives, we may well become aware of the fact that ours is a sacred pilgrimage which leads to standing in the presence of the Holy. Some may find the journey arduous, boring, or frustrating. Our longed for wholeness may seem distant. But hang in there! Shavuot and Sinai are not far from here. We will get there one sheave of the Omer at a time. Farewell Thoughts from John Strauss, Partnership2Gether Chair since 2007 My interaction with Partnership2Gether John Strauss has led to some of Canton Chair, the strongest friendPartnership ships in my life. with Israel Through Partnership2Gether I have been introduced to professional leaders from the U.S. and Israel that have demonstrated the power of building connections between our community and Israel. Through Partnership I have met amazing volunteers from Israel and the U.S. that have taught me that you always get more by giving back. Through Partnership I have witnessed the emotional and professional commitment that teachers have to their field. Through Partnership I have met amazing dancers, musicians and artists that have a singular focus on their creative goals and who are always willing to share of themselves. Through Partnership I have met esteemed physicians and nurses that have taught me about the hard work of preparedness and innovation, as well as the determination to be the best in their field. And perhaps most impressively, through Partnership I have met incredible young Israeli people that are determined to make the world a better place. Each of these areas and more have given great meaning to my life and I hope in some way, yours. I wrote my first Stark Jewish News column as Partnership Chair in March of 2007. After serving as Partnership 2000/Partnership with Isra- el/ Partnership2Gether Chair in Canton for about the last five years, it is time for me to move on and for someone new to take control and help bring the offerings of the Western Galilee to Stark County. The list of my experiences above are not platitudinous. Partnership has been personally fulfilling and life changing in specific ways. I doubt that I would have formed such great friendships with Israelis without the Partnership. My daughter Jesse, who plans on spending the next academic year in Israel through Young Judea will have plenty of “Mothers “and “Fathers” close by because of our friendships. I have valued dialogue with Martha Lottman, Rita Schaner and Adele Gelb among other experienced voices in our local Partnership. It has been a pleasure working with Bonnie Manello and Karen Phillippi as well as Ed Buxbaum to make the Partnership successful locally. I hope that if you have not yet stepped forward to be a part of our Partnership you will this year. And last but not least, I have appreciated hearing from many of you who actually read these columns and appreciate them. That is more meaningful than you can imagine. 6 SHLICHIM 7 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org canton chapter news News & updates DiD you know... Lee Korzits Wins Gold Medal at Sailing World Cup israeli windsurfer, Gal Fridman is the first and only israeli that won a gold medal at the 2004 olympic games in Athens. Israeli windsurfer secures spot in 2012 Olympic Games after winning first place in Cadiz. Last day of sailing canceled due to weather conditions. Israeli windsurfer Lee Korzits won the women’s RS:X title at the ISAF Sailing World Cup in Cadiz, Spain on Wednesday after weather conditions prevented organizers from holding the medal race. This marks the third time Korzits wins the world championship, the first being in Cadiz in 2003, and the second in Perth, Australia last December. The Israeli windsurfer, who recently celebrated her 28th birthday, has known a turbulent career during which she had left the sport, been injured and underwent a surgery that left Korzits with her medal in Spain her inactive for almost two months. However, she made a swift recovery evident in last week’s race. Korzits achieved an almost perfect record in the Cadiz World Cup, winning four sails and being in the lead throughout the competition. The gold medal now secures her a spot at the London Olympic Games. This will be her second appearance at the Olympics, after competing in Athens in 2004. Her recent win in Spain will award her with a NIS 100,000 grant. Her coach, Ben Finkelstein will receive half of the amount. israeli windsurfer, Shahar Zubari won the bronze medal in the olympic games in Beijing 2008. Surfing in israel had been recognized as a sport already in the late twenties, especially on the beaches of Tel Aviv. Today the israeli windsurfing national team is ranked 16th in the world. today before • May 14, 1948 – Declaration of Independence - David Ben-Gurion announced the establishment of Israel on the eve of ending the British Mandate, at Tel Aviv Museum • May 11, 1949 – The State of Israel was accepted as a member to the United Nations Avenue Antiques 3838 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, Ohio 44709 (330) 492-2991 (330) 280-3047 TOYOTA BRIAN CAIN Vice President & General Manager CAIN TOYOTA - SCION, INC. CAIN BMW, INC. 6527 Whipple Ave. NW N. Canton, OH 44720 Phone (330) 494-8855 Fax (330) 494-8709 www.caintoyota.com 6461 Whipple Ave. NW N. 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Pour the seasoning mixture over the fish. sprinkle with parsley. 4. cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. Tip: Serve this with lots of Challah bread to soak up the yummy juice! MAY 2012 WWW.CENTRALSTATES.HADASSAH.COM Hadassah Names New Executive Director/CEO Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, is pleased to announce that Dr. Janice Weinman has been named Executive Director/CEO. Weinman will take over the post on June 18. She is currently the President of Kids in Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.) “Janice Weinman is an Dr. Janice Weinman, exceptional executive, incoming Hadassah with over 35 years of Executive Director/CEO experience in a broad range of not-for-profit management, policy development, public service and philanthropy,” said Marcie Natan, National President of Hadassah. “She comes to Hadassah with talent and substantial background in advocating for women’s, children’s and health causes that are important to us. I speak on behalf of Hadassah’s more than 330,000 members when I say how excited we are to have Janice on board as together, we embark upon Hadassah’s second century.” Weinman is familiar with Hadassah’s lifechanging work in the United States and Israel; she was an inaugural board member of the Hadassah Foundation, which seeks to augment the work of Hadassah, by improving the status, health and well-being of women and girls in the United States and Israel. “I am deeply privileged to be joining the Hadassah family,” Weinman says. “For me, this is the culmination of my life’s commitment to the Jewish people, to Israel and to the next generation of Zionists. I look forward to bringing to this venerable organization the skills and experience in the fields of education, health care and social service that I have developed during my career in the government and the not-for-profit world.” See photos from the Women’s Seder on Page 11 Hadassah’s Women’s Seder Committee (left to right): Susan Wilkof, Paulette Karelitz, Sandy Adland, Marilyn Feldman, Anita Porter, Joan Ortman, Elly Livingston, Barb Spera, Barb Ferne, Estelle Blau, Dianne Braun. Not pictured: Penny Caghan, Amy Lakritz and Elana Weiner. Women’s Work is God’s Work Hadassah Centennial Women’s Seder The Canton Chapter of Hadassah came together on March 22 to celebrate Hadassah’s centennial anniversary at a Women’s Seder. The evening was dedicated to the members and supporters of Hadassah whose efforts continue to provide medical aid, education and land restoration in Israel. The 2012 Haggadah committee adapted the seder text to reflect Hadassah’s centennial and the role Hadassah played in the founding of the State of Israel by establishing a comprehensive health care plan that was the framework for today’s social health care system. It was also a celebration of women’s strength and courage, from Miriam to Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold, whose modest vision has resulted in the largest Jewish, largest volunteer and largest women’s membership organization in the U.S. Throughout the evening, Hadassah members of all ages were honored. Luise Weintraub spoke of joining Hadassah as a young bride. Elana Weiner, our youngest member and a lifetime member, said she was drawn to the Hadassah because of its legacy of tzedakah. All aspects of women’s contributions were illustrated by contact us various portions of the seder and by the many women who took part in the presentation. Several generations of Hadassah members were present and shared their deep connection to Hadassah. Estelle Blau joined shortly after college in the 1950’s, but said Hadassah “was always a part of our home, growing up.” Her daughter Shelley Schweitzer agreed, adding that when her son was born twelve weeks early, one of the attending physicians was from the Hadassah Hospital. In honor of this connection, Shelly devoted that year’s donor program in Cincinnati to the Newborn and Preemies Heart Surgery care. Today, there is increasing awareness that women have not yet achieved equal status in society. Women are often objectified and marginalized, even in areas of their own health. Hadassah continues to work to eliminate these barriers. The seder evening was a reminder of the power women have in healing the world. 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We will ‘hardy’ them and plant them when the garden is ready. We will also reveal the winner of our logo contest. We will have a family program about food equity which is the right to have access to fresh, healthy food nearby at a fair price and how that is a Jewish concept. Younger students and families will explore healthy eating and why that is important. Older children will look at how obesity, poverty and hunger are related and why in one of the richest countries in the world, so many people can be hungry. We will all learn about how a community garden with produce donated to hunger centers can address some of these issues. Successful schools (religious or not) cannot buy their most precious item from a company or order a kit to assemble. That is because the most precious asset any school has is its teachers. We are truly lucky in Canton to have such wonderful dedicated teachers who work so hard with our students. We will pay tribute to the most important teaching resource Chadash has – its faculty. We will conclude with the end of year picnic which is sponsored and prepared by Temple Israel’s Brotherhood and Shaaray Torah’s Men’s Club. Third Community Confirmation Service 9 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org high school graduates class of 2012 On behalf of the entire community, we wish them the best of luck in all their future endeavors. The Stark Jewish News would like to recognize and congratulate all the members of the Jewish community who will be graduating from high school this year. The Canton Jewish Community will celebrate our third Community Confirmation Service on Saturday, May 26th at 7:30 p.m. at the JCC. Please join our 2012 Class as they confirm their commitment to Judaism. There will be a dessert reception following the program and service. This year’s class of confirmands are Nathan Adelman, Alex Johnson, Paul Lockshin, David Lomaz Madison Taylor, Meredith Taylor, Elana Weiner and Harrison Zoldan. Remember! Chadash is collecting used printer ink cartridges for a fundraiser. Drop off your used cartridges in the labeled box by the Chadash entrance to the CJCC, now through the end of the school year. Every cartridge counts! Sarah Adelman Daughter of Barry and Michelle Adelman GlenOak High School The Ohio State University Ariel Barat Daughter of Michael Barat and Theresa Revlock Jackson High School Miami University of Ohio Dara Hecht Daughter of Bryan and Marcie Hecht Hoover High School University of Kentucky Samuel Louis Johnson Son of Clifford and Cynthia Johnson Jackson High School Brown University Not Pictured: Autumn Ransom Daughter of Fran Ransom Abigail Lea Weinberg Daughter of Marshall and Mary Lou Weinberg Jessica Magill Daughter of Mike and Lori Magill GlenOak High School Kent State University Jesse Sanchez-Strauss Daughter of John Strauss and Domenica Sanchez-Strauss Hoover High School Young Judea's Gap Year Program Shoshana Weiner Daughter of Mark Weiner and Amy Lakritz Jackson High School Tufts University Congratulations! Class of 2012 10 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org 2012 Hadassah Centennial Women’s Seder New JCCC Building Construction Update The Canton Chapter of Hadassah, including several generations of members, came together on March 22 at the JCC to celebrate Hadassah’s centennial anniversary at a Women’s Seder. Construction proceeds on schedule. Updated photos are on our website, www.jewishcanton.org and in the lobby of the JCC. Above left: Lobby view from the right side. Above left center: Social hall windows, looking south. Above right center: Large prayer space. Above right: Social hall, view from hallway. Inset above right: Lobby view from left. Above left: Non-Kosher kitchen. Above right: Main entrance. Inset right: Lobby center view. 11 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org Above left: Sandy Adland led the singing. Above center: Dianne Braun, Allison Braun and Helen Blocker. Above right: Chelle Cohen, Bonnie Manello, Bev Gross, Mimi Shapiro and Gail Goldman. Inset left: Amy Lakritz and Elana Weiner. Inset left: Elly Livingston. Above left: Joan Ortman and Anita Porter. Above left center: Marilyn Feldman and Louise Weintraub. Above right center: Susan Wilkof and Rosetta Wilkof. Above right: Estelle Blau and Shelley Schweitzer. Above left: Lift doorAbove from left: entry. Lift door from entry. Above right: VisitngAbove Rabbi’s shower. right: Visitng Rabbi’s shower. DAVID L. HERBERT & ASSOCIATES, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW LEGAL SERVICES • General Civil Practice • Personal Injury • Business & Corporate Law • Guardianships MEMBERS OF THE F IRM • Domestic Relations David L. Herbert • Wrongful Death Of Counsel: Joseph L. Piccin • Litigation Of Counsel: Kristine W. Beard • Estates 330-493-1000 • Wills E-mail: [email protected] 4450 Belden Village St. NW, Ste. 703 • Canton, OH 44718 DAVIES PHARMACY 2915 W. Tusc. St. 330-454-5151 6046 Whipple Ave. N.W. (N. 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Above left: A special thank you to the Planning Committee: Sally Henning, Kandy Swegadimer, Sue Shafer, Laura Karch and Adey Hostetler. Above right: Rabbi Adland leading the Seder meal. As the new person in the group, or on the job, you may be tempted to jump right in and prove yourself. Jessica Coleman, a learning and development consultant at Employers Resource Association warns that, “if you don’t understand the dynamics of the new venue or have enough context, you’ll be like a bull in the proverbial china shop.” The time you spend asking questions and listening can save you from embarrassment, but it also allows you to know what success looks like when you proceed in the proper direction. 2. Arrive early for a while. When attending the first gathering of the organization, or on your first day of work, get there about 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Once you are familiar with the arrival patterns of everyone, try to be one of the first on the scene for a while. This demonstrates that you are eager to learn your new role, and willing to assume responsibilities for future tasks. Diane Gottesman, an etiquette expert, reinforces the concept of “not being a clock watcher.” It will be noticed immediately by your friends or peers, while also demonstrating that you are a “team worker”. 3. Nail the Logistics. If you are acclimated to your new position, your first several days should be used to set up your work environment: voice mail, email account, supplies, organizing previous files if assuming someone else’s position. If you have joined a new club, understand the protocols and be sure you are included in the communication chain, via email or snail mailings. Sports leagues are especially good about announcing changes to line-ups or scheduling new social events. Introduce yourself initially and try to associate the new names to something you can remember so at the next face-to-face contact, you can address the person by name. Don’t be embarrassed if you need to reintroduce yourself, but use a positive reference to allow that person to remember you, like “I’m the one who is……”. Whenever there is an opportunity, extend your hand and introduce yourself. Develop a resource chain for future needs; it could be a contact person, a substitute, or procuring some type of supplies. 4. Don’t try to change everything. If your new job is a management role, make sure you spend time with your team to feel out the dynamic and different personalities before proposing any major shifts in the paradigm. This is included in social settings as well. You will discover who are best friends with whom, or what rocky relationships might pull you into disarray if you are caught in the middle. According to Coleman, too many changes without having enough understanding of the situation can lead to resistance. It can also cause significant or irreparable damage to trust and morale. 5. Dress the part. All of us want to be included, and dressing out of the normal immediately instills a poor first impression. If it is a new job, ask what the dress code is when you accept the job offer. Logic and common sense Cont'd / See FIRST IMPRESSION / Page 16 Inset left: Rabbi Adland. Above left: Irene Blocker and Pat Katz. Above center: Stewart Freedman and Gloria Williams. Above right: Jackie Fink and Fannie Freedman. ERRAND XPS 747 The Affordable Personal Assistant “No Project Too Small” •Ad Promotions•Event Planning •Errands•Outsourced Projects Fran Ransom, BA, CWDP Personal Assistant P.O.Box 421 Canal Fulton, OH 44614 330.268.8795 errandxps747.com B’Shert Home Care, Sandy Adland L.L.C. Owner/Caregiver • Non-medical in-home assistance with a personal touch • Companionship • Meal preparation • Laundry • Household organization • Shopping/errands for you 330.546.0117 (h) • 317.727.8358 (c) It’s “haimish,” like family! Kosher MiTzvah Meals The J-shuttle is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Rates are $3.00 one way/$6.00 round trip. For reservations, contact Chelle Cohen at 330-445-2850. Frozen kosher meals are available Monday through Friday for $6.50 per meal. Long and short term service is available to area nursing homes and hospitals. To place an order, contact Chelle Cohen at 330-445-2850. Thank you Jewish Family Services’ annual Friends Campaign is underway. Please think about the people in our community who are benefitting from our services when you receive your envelope. Your support is critical to our meeting the needs of others. to everyone who contributed to the Fishel Rudner Matzoh Fund. These donations help individuals in our community buy Passover foods and items needed for Seder meals. Without this assistance, these families would not be able to afford the expensive Kosher for Passover items required. To keep everything confidential, Jewish Family Services sends out the funds to families in need of assistance. 14 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org Rabbi David Sandmel on May 4th at Temple Israel Rabbi David Sandmel, Director of Lifelong Learning at Temple Sholom in Chicago and Crown-Ryan Professor of Jewish Studies at the Catholic Theological Union, will lead a discussion on “Why do we need The Jewish Annotated New Testament?”after a Pot Luck Shabbat dinner on May 4th. The service begins at 6:00 p.m. and the dinner will at 7:00 p.m. Reservations are limited to the first 40 people. The discussion will follow the dinner. This will be an indoor picnic. Temple Israel will supply broasted chicken from Fishers, challah, Kiddush wine, and drinks. We are asking each family to bring either a side dish, salad, or dessert. The cost is $5 per person or $20 per nuclear family. Please RSVP by May 1 and let us know which dish you will be bringing. Please make enough for at least 12 people. We will have a vegetarian option for those who request it. cJcF adult organization sAVE thE dAtE ! Tuesday, July 24 • 10:30 a.m. Join Us for Fun Outings & Friendly Gatherings! Anyone who is 60 years and older is welcome to join the CJCF Adult Organization for only $5.00 single/$10.00 couple annual dues. Your membership entitles you to come to Men’s Club, Yiddish Club, Mah Jongg, lunches, dinners and trips with our friendly group. Such a deal! Please make checks payable to “Adult Organization” and put Attn: Lynda on the envelope. May Activities cJcF adult organization Fr. Daniel Rogich of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church with Rabbi Jon Adland. Rabbi Adland hosted the third Interfaith conversation at Temple Israel in March. Interfaith Conversations Join us for our series of Interfaith Conversations. RSVP’s are requested in order to have a count for food. For more information, please contact Rabbi Adland. Interfaith Panel • Topic: “Are There Limits to Interfaith Dialogue?” Saturday, May 5 • 1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Free Admission Location: Walsh University, 2020 E Maple St, North Canton Information: [email protected] or http://www.walsh.edu/vatican-ii-conference For forty years weʼve provided you with the same personal attention and professional solutions to all your planning and benefits needs. O U R G R E AT E S T A S S E T I S O U R C R E D I B I L I T Y. DK G GDK & C O M PA N Y N e t Wo r t h a n d B e n e f i t s W E A LT H T R A N S F E R S T R AT E G I E S • B U S I N E S S S U C C E S S I O N S T R AT E G I E S • EXECUTIVE BENEFITS • PERSONAL PLANNING FZR Join us for a Pot Luck Shabbat Dinner and Discussion 15 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org FITZPATRICK Z IMMERMAN & ROSE CO. 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Remember: If you have a trip you want me to plan I would be more than happy to do so. cJcF adult organization Contributions A contribution to the CJCF Senior Adult Organization is a meaningful way to show your thoughtfulness. A beautiful acknowedgement card will be sent in your name in honor of birthdays, anniversaries, get well wishes, memorials or any other reason to send a card. You do not need to be an SAO member to donate. Minimum donation is $5.00. Please call Lynda Herbert at 330-445-2412 when you wish to acknowledge a birthday, special event or “in memory of ” card. See page 18 for CJCF Adult Organization Donation acknowledgements MAy birthdays Lynda Herbert • Jim Lockshin • Sharon Luntz Myrtle Salle • Harlan Sussmand • Rosetta Wilkof cJcF adult organization cJcF adult organization June Activities 8th Tuesday • 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. yiddish club Have fun with your friends while learning Yiddish. Call Shirley Rubenstein at 330-492-4035 or Judy Nusbaum at 330-492-0037 for more information. Stay for our SAO Luncheon afterwards! 8th Tuesday • Noon sAO luNchEON NO chArgE FOr Our luNch tOdAy! David Herbert is providing our group with pizza and salad in honor of my 12th year as SAO Director. Taped Klezmer music compliments of Judy Nusbaum. Come and enjoy, sing, dance and act wild!!! FREE! 15th Tuesday • 9:30 a.m. MEN’s club brEAkFAst Enjoy our last breakfast in this building. Rabbi Adland will be our guest speaker. Come and reminisce about old times. Cost is $3.00 for a complete breakfast of eggs, bagels and cream cheese, OJ, fresh fruit, cake and coffee. RSVP by NOON on Monday, May 14 to Lynda at 330445-2412. Minimum of 3 attendees required. 15th Tuesday • 11:30 a.m. Out tO luNch buNch Enjoy dining with friends at the Mustard Seed in Akron, along with time to shop in their store and DSW Shoes or TJ Maxx after lunch. Leave the Center at 11:30 a.m. Cost for transportation is $8.00. RSVP by Wednesday, May 9 to Lynda at 330-445-2412. cJcF adult organization Ongoing Activities 12th Tuesday • 10:45 a.m. Miss MOlly’s tEArOOM iN MEdiNA trip Travel with us to Medina to Miss Molly’s Tearoom and a stop at the Root Candle Company. Leave the Center at 10:45 a.m. Minimum of 8 people on the van. Cost for transportation is $9.00. Your check, mailed to Lynda, is your reservation. FrEE tickEts! to the Porthouse Theatre (near Blossom Music Center) All shows are on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. June 17th: “Damn Yankees” July 8th: “The World Goes Round” July 29th: “The Sound of Music” Call Lynda for tickets and information at 330-445-2412. No transportation is provided. Mondays • 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mondays 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.• Wednesdays 1:00 p.m. Create beautiful hats and scarves! Our group is on-going and new friends are always welcome. All you need to bring is a #3, #4 or #5 crochet hook...yarn is provided. Play and schmooze with friends! All abilities welcome. 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We’ll be glad to teach you! “FriENds OF FrANcEs” crOchEt club MAh JONgg FuN 16 17 Stark JewiSh NewS • may 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org lOcal cONgREgaTIONS Service Schedules • May 2012 ShaaRay TORah Conservative 2631 Harvard Ave. N.W. • Canton, 44709 • 330-492-0310 • Tuesday, May 1: Service 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, May 2: Service 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 3: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Friday, May 4: Service 5:30 p.m. with Hazzan Braun and Rabbinic Fellow Ami Hersh; Shabbat Dinner 6:30 p.m.; Candles 8:09 p.m. • Saturday, May 5: Service 9:30 a.m. with Hazzan Braun and Rabbinic Fellow Ami Hersh; Mincha following the Kiddush Luncheon; Havdalah Havurah 8:00 p.m. (at a place TBD) • Sunday, May 6: Morning Service 8:45 a.m.; Extended Breakfast to say Farewell to Rabbinic Fellow Ami Hersh; Evening Service 5:30 p.m. • Monday, May 7: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, May 8: Service 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, May 9: Service 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 10: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Friday, May 11: Service 5:30 p.m.; Candles 8:16 p.m. • Saturday, May 12: Service 9:30 a.m. • Sunday, May 13: Services 8:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Monday, May 14: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, May 15: Service 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, May 16: Service 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 17: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Friday, May 18: Service 5:30 p.m.; Candles 8:23 p.m. • Saturday, May 19: Birkat Hahodesh; Service 9:30 a.m. • Sunday, May 20: Morning Service 8:45 a.m.; Evening Service 5:30 p.m. • Monday, May 21: Service 7:15 a.m.; Service 5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, May 22: Service 5:30 p.m. TEMPlE ISRaEl Reform 2631 Harvard Ave. N.W. Canton, 44709 330-455-5197 • Wednesday, May 23: Service 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 24: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Friday, May 25: Services 5:30 p.m.; Candles 8:29 p.m. • Saturday, May 26: Services 9:30 a.m.; Community Confirmation Service and Program 7:30 p.m. (sponsored by STS); Erev Shavuot • Sunday, May 27: Shavuot 1st Day; Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Monday, May 28: Shavuot 2nd Day; Office Closed in observance of Memorial Day and Shavuot; Service 9:30 a.m. with Yizkor Prayers; Service 5:30 p.m.; Holiday concludes at 9:45 p.m. • Tuesday, May 29: Service 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, May 30: Service 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 31: Services 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Friday, May 4: First Friday Service 6:00 p.m.; Rabbi David Sandmel to speak at Potluck dinner after the service. Make reservations with the Temple office. Bring a side dish, salad or dessert to serve at least 12 people. Remember there are NO OVENS to warm up food. FIRST IMPRESSION Cont’d from Page 13 usually play an important role when attending a social gathering or club meeting, but it is never wrong to inquire about how you should dress. It is very uncomfortable to arrive at a function and immediately realize, “I am wearing the wrong thing.” 6. Check in. After you have been on the job for a month or two, set up a time with your supervisor for a constructive feedback session on your progress. Establish goals with realistic timelines for future endeavors. Ask questions of coworkers and you will quickly understand the positive and negative impacts of changes you have implemented. It is human nature to want to be included and feel welcomed. Use these few pointers to allow yourself a successful relationship on the new job, or as a member of a new community or organization. Source: Kaitlin Madden, “Start New Position on Right Foot,” in Ft Myers News-Press agudaS achIM Orthodox 2508 Market Ave. N. • Canton, 44714 • 330-456-8781 • Tuesday, May 1: 24th Day to the Omer; Shacharis 7:15 a.m. • Friday, May 4: 27th Day to the Omer; Early Shabbos Mincha 7:30 p.m.; Candle Lighting 8:07 p.m.; Sunset 8:25 p.m. • Saturday, May 5: 28th Day to the Omer; Shabbos Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim; Shacharis 9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:58 p.m.; Shabbos Ends 9:12 p.m.; Maariv 9:15 p.m. • Sunday, May 6: 29th Day to the Omer; Pesach Sheni (the second Pesach. We try to eat some matzo on this day).; Rabbi Heinamann’s Class on Tefillin & Mezuzos 11:00 a.m. • Tuesday, May 8: 31st Day to the Omer; Shacharis 7:15 a.m. • Thursday, May 10: Lag B’Omer; 33rd Day to the Omer (BBQ – late afternoon) • Friday, May 11: 34th Day to the Omer Early Shabbos Mincha 7:30 p.m.; Candle Lighting 8:14 p.m.; Sunset 8:32 p.m. • Saturday, May 12: 35th Day to the Omer; Shabbos Parshas Emor; Shacharis 9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:59 p.m.; Shabbos Ends 9:21 p.m.; Maariv 9:25 p.m. • Sunday, May 13: Rabbi Scheinbaum’s Class 11:00 a.m.; 36th Day to the Omer • Tuesday, May 15: Shacharis 7:15 a.m.; 38th Day of the Omer • Friday, May 18: 41st Day of the Omer; Early Shabbos Mincha 7:30 p.m.; Candle Lighting 8:21 p.m.; Sunset 8:32 p.m. • Saturday, May 19: 42nd Day of the Omer; Shabbos Parshas Behar-Bechukosai; Shabbos Mevarchim; Shacharis 9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:59 p.m.; Shabbos Ends 9:29 p.m. • Sunday, May 20: Rabbi Scheinbaum’s Class 11:00 a.m.; 46th Day of the Omer • Tuesday, May 22: 45th Day of the Omer; Rosh Chodesh Sivan; Shacharis 7:15 a.m. • Friday, May 25: 48th Day of the Omer; Early Shabbos Mincha 7:30 p.m.; Candle Lighting 8:27 p.m.; Sunset 8:45 p.m. • Saturday, May 26: 49th Day of the Omer; Parshas Bamidbar; Erev Shavuos; Shacharis 9:00 a.m.; Mincha 2:00 p.m.; Shabbos Ends 9:36 p.m. SHAVUOS Saturday night; First Night of Shavuos; Maariv 9:36 p.m.; Followed by a meal & all night Torah study • Sunday, May 27: Berchas HaTorah 5:10 a.m.; Shacharis 5:15 a.m.; Mincha 8:20 p.m.: Second Night of Shavuos; Maariv 9:00 p.m. • Monday, May 28: Second Day Shavuos; Shacharis 9:00 a.m.; Book of Ruth 10:15 a.m.; Yizkor 11:15 a.m.; Mincha 2:01 p.m.; Maariv 9:40 p.m. • Tuesday, May 29: Shacharis 7:15 a.m.; Isru Chag • Saturday, May 5: Stollen Moments 9:30 a.m.; Morning Service 11:15 a.m. – both held at WALSH UNIVERSITY • May 11: Family Shabbat Service 7:00 p.m.; May anniversaries and birthdays will be blessed • Saturday, May 12: Stollen Moments 9:30 a.m.; Morning Service 11:15 a.m. • Friday, May 18: Erev Shabbat Service 7:30 p.m. • Saturday, May 19: Stollen Moments 9:30 a.m.; Morning Service 11:15 a.m. • Friday, May 25: Erev Shabbat Service 7:30 p.m. • Saturday, May 26: Stollen Moments 9:30 a.m.; Morning Service 11:15 a.m.; Community Confirmation 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend the 2012 Community Confirmation Service and Program at 7:30 p.m., on Saturday, May 26th at the JCC. Legacy Weekend May 4th-6th with Rabbi Hersh Shaaray Torah will be welcoming Rabbinic Fellow Ami Hersh during the weekend of May 4th through May 6th. This will be the final Legacy Heritage Weekend for Rabbi Hersh. On Friday, May 4th, Hazzan Braun and Rabbi Hersh will lead the Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat and Maariv Worship Services beginning at 5:30 p.m. This will be followed by a unique Shabbat Barbeque Dinner. Cost is $14 for adults; $10 for children, ages 3 – 12. Please call the office with your reservations by Wednesday, May 2nd. On Saturday morning, May 5th, Hazzan Braun and Rabbi Hersh will lead the 9:30 a.m. Shabbat Service followed by a Kiddush Luncheon. After lunch, there will be Mincha services and a Learning Session (topic to-be-announced). On Saturday evening, Rabbi Hersh will lead his final Havdalah Havurah, at 8:00 p.m., at the home of Linda and David Sklar. The Havurah will be followed by the Maariv and Havdalah services. On Sunday, May 6th, the congregation will host a "Farewell Breakfast" for Rabbi Hersh. The morning begins with services at 8:45 a.m., followed by the breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Be sure to attend, as we will be wishing Rabbi Hersh well and "B'Hatzlachah – Much Success" as he begins his new position as Program Officer of the National Ramah Commission. Rabbi Hersh will also continue as Assistant Director at Camp Ramah Nyack. We are also excited to announce that Shaaray Torah has again been chosen to be a Legacy Heritage Grant Congregation for next year. In the coming weeks, we will be announcing the new Legacy Heritage Rabbinic Fellow for 2012-2013. COMMUNITY CALENDAR May 2012 WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 4:15 PM Chadash Hebrew School WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 7:30 PM Jewish Film Festival at The Palace Theatre THURSDAY, MAY 3 8:00 PM Live from NY’s 92nd Street YTM at JCC: Madeleine Albright FRIDAY, MAY 4 SATURDAY, MAY 5 Shaaray Torah Synagogue Legacy Heritage Weekend TempleIsraelBrotherhoodRaffle SUNDAY, MAY 6 9:30 AM Chadash Religious School MONDAY, MAY 7 7:00 PM Photojournalist Gil Cohen-Magen at JCC THURSDAY, MAY 10 Lag Ba’Omer SUNDAY, MAY 13 Mother’s Day TUESDAY, MAY 15 7:30 PM TUESDAY, MAY 15 7:30 PM FRIDAY, MAY 18 Temple Israel Board Meeting Shaaray Torah Synagogue Board Meeting Shaaray Torah Synagogue Scholar in Residence SUNDAY, MAY 20 9:30 AM Temple Israel Brotherhood Meeting THURSDAY, MAY 24 7:00 PM Canton Jewish Federation Meeting SATURDAY, MAY 26 7:00PM CommunityConfirmation SUNDAY, MAY 27 Shavuot MONDAY, MAY 28 Memorial Day Check out the latest programs and schedules, including the Community Calendar, online at www.jewishcanton.org 18 FOR THE RECORD Stark JewiSh NewS • MaY 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org CJCF Endowments (Contributions received as of publication deadline.) Endowment donations are a minimum of $10 for each person or event you wish to recognize. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES In honor of Harlene Smuckler’s special birthday from Gloria Fettman. In memory of Allen Smuckler from Home Instead Senior Care. In honor of Edith Benjamin from Pat Katz. In memory of Richard Levin from Lois Mendelson. In memory of Herbert Ross from Gloria Fettman. EPPY SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of Ruth Eppy from Robert and Joan Diamond, Louis and Yvette Tekel, Glenn and Erica Lieberman, Armand and Adele Rappaport, Steve and Lisa Sands and family, Aaron Mitz, Danny and Betty Mitz, Mark and Jo Ann Levy, Bob and Joann Schwartz, Norman and Amy Ostrau, Murray and Barbara Mogul and Ione Katz. CJCF ENDOWMENT DEPARTMENT Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Artie Rosenstock from Hal and Greta Foster, Bob and Ruth Altman and Michael and Janie Zoldan. BIRTHS Life Cycle Events Teva Elizabeth Wilkof, daughter of Kristin and Jonathan Wilkof, granddaughter of Susan and Sam Wilkof and of Beverly and Charles Anderson, and greatgranddaughter of Rossetta and Raymond Wilkof, born on March 29. Elly Frances Ortman, daughter of Jean and Jon Ortman of Denver, CO, granddaughter of Joyce and Jerry Ortman, born on April 3. DEATHS PLEASE NOTE: Due to space limitations, the Stark Jewish News will print only the immediate family members of our deceased community members. We receive obituary notices from Shaaray Torah Synagogue and Temple Israel of members who have passed away. When we are at “deadline” and there is a death, we will hold the information for the next issue. Marjorie Bear passed away March 22. Herman A. Berke, father of Dr. Jay (Marcia) Berke, passed away March 27. Grace Tate Ewing, mother of Heather (Jeffrey) Fisher, grandmother of Jeremy, Alexander and Maxwell, passed away April 12. LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED FOR FOUR GENERATIONS CJCF Adult Organization Donations (For April) SAO donations are a minimum of $5 for each person or event you wish to recognize. IN MEMORY OF: Ida Cherkasly from Saul and Naomi Corman. David Sadowsky from Saul and Naomi Corman. Ruth Eppy from Melanie Watkins. WELCOME TO YOUR NEW BABY LANA TO: Aaron, Amy and Mia Galvin from Aunt Myrtle Salle. ROBERT A. RANALLI, MEMORIALS OWNER (330) 323-8195 ROBERT RANALLI MEMORIALS “Over 50 years of personal attention to my Jewish friends” PEOPLE IN THE NEWS To submit an item for People in the News, email it to Karen Phillippi at [email protected], fax it to 330-452-4487 or mail it to the Stark Jewish News, 2631 Harvard Ave NW, Canton, OH 44709. All submissions are subject to editing for space and content. ENGAGEMENT Jo-Anne and Ed Buxbaum announce the engagement of their daughter Melissa to Noah Mundt. The wedding is planned for March, 2013 in Phoenix, AZ. BBYO ELECTION At the recent BBYO Regional Convention for the Ohio Northern Region, Brad Tenenbaum was elected to the office of Regional Mazkir. AWARDS JEFFCO Metals and Jeff Sklar were honored at Project REBUILD’s Annual Community Breakfast on March 29 for his outstanding business support of Project REBUILD, Inc. a non-profit that reengages at-risk youth to complete a high school diploma or GED and acquire marketable skills in construction technologies. Steve Nielsen, husband of Denise Nielsen, was honored as well, as outstanding volunteer. GRADUATION www.arnoldfuneralhome.com CANTON: 1517 MARKET AVE. N. 44714 • 330-456-7291 HARTVILLE: 504 W. MAPLE ST. 44632 • 330-877-9364 David Sinopoli, son of Debbie and Vito Sinopoli and grandson of Ruth Rubenstein, graduated with honors from the University of Michigan School of Education with a degree in Secondary Integrated Science and Mathematics. He leaves June 3 to begin a 27 month service with the Peace Corps as a formal education volunteer working with a school and community in Kurkina Faso, West Africa. CONFERENCE PRESENTATION Peggy Stabholz, Jewish Family Service Eldercare Counselor and Nancy Engle, Activity Director, Bethany Nursing Home, present “Old and Young Having Fun: How to Establish an Intergenerational Laughter Club” at the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor conference in Chicago, IL this past April. Peggy and Nancy started the first laughter club in a nursing home in 1999 and later, with teacher Debie Davidson, started the first laughter club in an elementary school. They established the first intergenerational laughter club by combining Bethany residents and fourth grade students from Walker elementary school. 19 Stark JewiSh NewS • MaY 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org Western Galilee Hospital Hosts Community Health Fair In its continuing efforts to reach out to the community, the Friends of Western Galilee Hospital hosted the first ever Community Health Fair at Nahariya’s Mall. For three days doctors, nurses, healthcare workers and other hospital staff offered free testing health tests and screening as well as informational lectures in a variety of areas of healthcare. Tests for blood sugar levels and blood pressure along with glaucoma screenings and preliminary genetic counseling were offered to the community free of charge. WGH Child Development Center staff provided enriching activities for children in attendance with information for parents regarding healthy habits and development. Lectures were held for the public by physicians and healthcare professionals on topics of community health concern such as Diabetes, Genetic Counseling and even guidance in parenting by Israel’s “Super Nanny” Michal Daliot. These tests and screenings provided for community awareness proved a great success having found a handful of residents in need of follow-up care in the hospital’s Ophthalmology Department and Diabetes Unit. While some residents were knowledgeable of their conditions, many who required follow-up care were either unaware of the danger of their condition before screening or unsure of the extent to which their condition needed to be monitored. Several health fair attendees were also found to be within risk groups for diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes, but with proper intervention and regular monitoring will be in better control of their healthcare. Western Galilee Hospital’s Director General, Dr. Masad Barhoum explains “It is important for the community to see the hospital as accessible and not just in times of emergency but as a center for the wellbeing of the more than 600,000 residents of the Western Galilee region.” Partners in the health fair included both the Israeli and American Friends of Western Galilee Hospital, community supporters and the Western Galilee Hospital-Nahariya. The Difference Is Clear! HAIDET’S 330-456-2509 AUTO GLASS Community Health Fair at Western Galilee Hospital 20 Stark JewiSh NewS • MaY 2012 • www.jewishcanton.org Thank you Premier Bank & Trust for sponsoring the third Annual Jewish Film Festival at the Palace Theatre. QUALITY FOODS SINCE 1920 At Dishes By Design, we feature professional on-site and off-site catering services and we have a menu for every occasion and a price for every budget. 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