Chai NL Fall 2021 NL Final 2

Issue 10 Fall 2021 Together We The David Posnack Jewish Community Center (J) made great progress and provided outstanding programs and services during a difficult year. Despite the ever-present health and financial threat of COVID-19, fundraising soared; the J board of directors met every single day to ensure community needs were met; and the J not only survived, but thrived. This is thanks to the hard work and combined generosity of many, including: A T he United States Government for its establishment of the Mother Teresa said, “None of us ever do great things. But we can all PPP Loan Program. do small things with great love, and together we can do something wonderful.” Every individual at the J did their part and made the whole A T he Jewish Federation of Broward County. work beautifully. This is why the J is the amazing place we all love. A The United Way of Broward County. A The Early Childhood Coalition. A huge thank you is due to the J leadership and its ability to think clearly, A T he board members and individual donors who “stepped develop and implement a plan, stay on course, and steer this great ship to safety. The result is a vibrant and evolving Jewish Community Center up to the plate” and gave extra money for the emergency that serves all residents regardless of faith, ethnicity, age, or ability. fund campaign co-chaired by L. Michael Orlove and Lenny Suskind. We wish you all a very happy and a healthy New Year. A The J members who did not give up their membership. May 5782 bring all of us contentment, joy, A The J members who continued to believe in the J and took and good health as we celebrate the advantage of in-person and zoom programs and services. A T he staff who worked atypical hours, sometimes in New Year with family, friends, and strangers. departments other than their own, to ensure each program was successful for its members and for the community. Forgive those who might have upset you; To each person we are eternally grateful. begin with a clean slate before the book Giborim University classes were a big online success during the quarantine period. is closed at sundown September 16. JPillars SThaovnaah!Have forgiveness in your heart and charity in your soul. 2021 The annual JPillars Campaign supports programs and services at the David Posnack Jewish Community Center. Each year the donor is able to decide what programs they want to support. Thank you to the people, businesses, and law firms who make a difference every day through their generous donations to JPillars and the below 2020-2021 programs. VISIONARIES INNOVATORS Early Childhood..............................................................$11,000 Children & Teens............................................................. $5,500 Leonard & Laurie Suskind* Cheryl & Neal Hochberg* Special Needs................................................................ $31,000 Art, Culture & Education..............................................$30,000 BENEFACTORS Adult Senior Programs................................................... $5,500 Sports & Wellness........................................................ $15,500 Mania Nudel Learning...................................................$27,500 General Scholarships................................................... $21,000 Gib U................................................................................ $23,000 Maccabi Tzair....................................................................$1,500 Josh Gad/Laugh it UP................................................. $103,000 General Contributions....................................................... $500 Programs/services most needed............................... $52,500 TOTAL:......................................................................... $327,500 Missy & Dan Longman* Amy & Alan Meltzer* Merle Orlove* JPillars 2021 Continued on page 2

Chai-ways • PAGE 2 Continued from page 1 THANK YOU! TRAILBLAZERS Lanny & Sandi Robert Pomerantz, Amy Rosenberg* Paul & Susan Suid Not pictured: Gelfand* M.D.* & Family* Alan & Gayle Roseman* PACESETTERS Herbert E. Brizel, M.D.* Steven & Abbe Becker* Marissa & Kevin Feig* Jessica & Larry Genet* Leslie & Laurence Greenberg* Kelley Kronenberg Jim & Davia Mazur* Stefanie & Dan Barbara Parlavecchio, Kevin Riggott/Carrie Segal Paul & Sheri Rosenberg* Newman Realtor & Family* Sam Berman Charitable Foundation Dr. Saul+ & Susan Rhonda Small*/Heather, Craig Zinn and the Craig Zinn *3-year Cornerstone Donor Singer Randy, Evan & Reese Automotive Group +Deceased Gilbert CONTRIBUTIONS AS OF JUNE 30, 2021 The David Posnack Jewish Community Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its federal tax ID number is 59-2075982. ENRICHING LIVES BY CONNECTING PEOPLE THROUGH PHILANTHROPY The purpose of the Philanthropy Department is to raise significant money for the J through its annual JPillar campaign, Left to right: the JLegacy campaign for future gifts, to support capital Matt Newman, Rixys Alfonso, campaigns as well as special projects and events, and to establish and Beverly Bacharach a JCorporate campaign. The department is lead by Chief Philanthropy Officer, Beverly Bacharach, who has been a leading fundraiser in the South Florida community for over forty years. Joining the team as a consultant is Rixys Alfonso, who will concentrate on establishing JCorporate partnerships and has been involved “Boosting the present Joan Finkelstein – and ensuring the future – of the J” with corporate campaigns for 21 years. The newest member is Matthew Newman, who recently moved from his home state of Ohio to South Florida. Matt has worked for the J in Akron, Ohio as well as for the Cleveland Federation, working in engagement and development. Matt has also had the pleasure of staffing six Birthright Israel trips. Although Joan Finkelstein has worked for the J in many capacities for 13 years, she is new to the Philanthropy Department and will help with administration and grants. Together, the team of four aims to take the Philanthropy Department to new heights as they work to boost the present – and ensure the future – of the J.

Chai-ways • PAGE 3 ENDOWMENTS Endowments are essential to the future of any organization. The following people have made a future investment in the David Posnack Jewish Community Center to ensure the J remains the center of Jewish life while it serves the entire community regardless of age, faith, ethnicity, or ability. For more information, please contact Beverly S. Bachrach at [email protected] 954-453-9382 We are extremely grateful to the following people who have invested in the David Posnack Jewish Community Center’s future: DBaevtihd AS.. AClalesnwe&ll Ian & Lauren Alperstein Beverly S.Bachrach Bunny & Dick Blattner Jared and Sarah Blaut MrsD. rR. eJobneactchaaBnra&tter Lou Brickman+ Herbert E. Brizel, M.D. LilIlniaHnoCSnohoners, loJeafrc+Lke+boynth&eir Deby Edwards Scott & Ana Ehrlich Joan Finkelstein Heather Gilbert Margo Golos Mitchell & Lori Green LeslGiere&enLbauerrgence Beth Hickman Neal A. Hochberg Deborah T. Hochman St. Clair Hodge Steven & Susan Kass Madelyn Johnson Judy and Joe Levenson Spencer Linden Debbie and Scott Andrew Mazur Jim & Davia Mazur Lombard Susan Miller Dr. Sam & Rabbi Howard Eileen Neidorf Stefanie & L. Michael Orlove Marni Orlove Audrey Meline Needleman Dan Newman Merle Orlove Marta & Randy Paul Bonnie & Evan Rayman Mr. and Mrs. Adi & Louis Reinstein Amy Rosenberg Hon. Ronald & Jonathan Rapp Cheri Rothschild PearnladSFaanmainlyes Scott & Ilisa Sarbey Chen & Lea Shani Lauren & Paul & Susan Suid Lenny & Laurie Suskind Dianne J. Thorne Jason Steinman Austin W. Tupler+ William & Elaine Turner Diane K. Wilen, Ph.D. Avi Zuri Not Pictured: Contributions as of June 30, 2021 Anonymous, Anonymous, Shani Hagler, Celia Isaacs+, Barbara J. Lane, Shari, Rob & Mason Mac Keen, Ran Regev & Rita Benarroch, Judith Rose & Noah Gordon, and Rick & Cina Tucci & Family +Deceased

Chai-ways • PAGE 4 FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FOREVER Thursday, October 15, 2020 was a big night for the But the night would not have taken place without J, as hundreds of people around the country tuned in the director of the event, Jared Blaut. Jared is a Marissa Feig in the opening musical number “For the First Time in Forever” to watch Josh Gad, very talented filmmaker who has helped the J Josh Gad, direct from LA the beloved actor and Hollywood, Florida native tremendously with many productions, including in an exclusive live interview with his long-time this year’s virtual annual meeting. Cheryl and Jared University School friend, Danny Swerdlow. This worked hard to ensure the J’s first virtual fundraiser fun-filled evening, which was the J’s first virtual was a success. Our hats are off to both of them! fundraiser, was sponsored by MJZR Charitable Fund and presented by J. Haskins Law Firm. The Honorees Jessica & Larry Genet evening netted $103,000 to support programs and services at the J. We honored two incredible couples: Davia and Jim Mazur and Jessica and Larry Genet. Davia and Jim received the Community Leadership Award, and Jessica and Larry received the Young Leadership Award. Jim is a past president of the J, and Davia serves on the J board and chairs the Ritual Committee for Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El. Larry is a former J board member who served as the Philanthropy Chair and Co-Chair for the preschool capital campaign, and Jessica is very active in the J’s preschool and serves on many committees at Temple Dor Dorim in Weston. Other stars of the night were co-chairs Cheryl Frost and Jared Blaut. Cheryl was a real “trooper” who worked tirelessly to make the night a huge success even though she was not in good health. Josh Gad & Danny Swerdlow Cheryl Frost and Jared Blaut, Event Co-Chairs Honorees Jim & Davia Mazur Scott Ehrlich, DPJCC CEO Special Recognition Awards at the Annual Meeting Volunteer Service Award The 2020-2021 virtual annual meeting on Years of Dedication Tuesday, June 8, 2021 was also directed by and Commitment CLAUDIA CUSNIR & AMY SUAREZ Jared Blaut. This “Tuesday Night Live” comedy special to the J featured staff and lay leaders reflecting on the year’s challenges and successes, honoring a great many high 10 achievers, and poking a little fun at themselves. It was a sea of smiles after a difficult period. Years Reva Wexler Scholarship Award President’s Award Michal Hen Josh Smith MONIQUE SHAFIR SCOTT KLEIMAN • JARED BLAUT 20 PAUL ROSENBERG Years Maccabi Tzair Young Leadership Award Evelyn & Otto Stieber Leadership Award CAMILA SILBERFELD LAUREN ALPERSTEIN Joan Gdasi

KACADMIMP ANORAA.KREGER Chai-ways • PAGE 5 AT THE DAVID POSNACK JCC Summer of Smiles! In her first year as Camp Director, Latin Initiatives/Maccabi Tzair Director Perla Sananes produced an amazing summer of internationally-flavored fun for Camp Kadima, with Camp Giborim Director Scott Dermer, his “sidekick” Rachel Greenhawt, and the dynamic duo of Mike Chanan and Dale Mclean who brought energy, spirit, and joy all summer long. After a pandemic- related dip in 2020, this year the J averaged over 700 campers a week, including more than 100 campers in the Posnack Foundation Camp Giborim for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. As part of this year’s Olympics theme, campers were introduced to the culture, sights, and flavors of a different country every week, including Israel, Mexico, Japan, and the United States. Field trips returned with excursions to the beach, Tigertail Lake, bowling, Urban Air, the Palm Beach Zoo, and other exciting destinations. A helicopter spewed blue and red smoke to announce this year’s circus-themed Color War (Red won); songs were sung at Zimriah; and Matilda, Jr. and Peter Pan, Jr. were performed to perfection. Team Mike defeated Team Dale – in a tie-breaker! – after a summer-long competition at Flagpole (morning assembly) that featured a host of wacky games including Family Feud, Musical Chairs, and Karaoke Wednesday. And of course, our shared culture was celebrated every Friday at fun Shabbat services with special performances by the Heat and Panthers mascots, a magician, a drum team, and even musicians Pit Bull and Drake! Well, “bobblehead” versions, at least… We ended the last day of camp by singing “Happy Birthday” to former board member, Bernie Feldman, who turned 90. Plans are already underway for summer 2022. We can’t wait!

Chai-ways • PAGE 6 Connecting People in their 20s, 30s, and 40s Baer Family ECE Makes its Mark in JLink has been re-invigorated and held its first event on Thursday, July 15, east Fort Lauderdale 2021 at Chops and Hops. Over 40 people learned how to throw an axe, met new people, and networked over food and drinks. The second event was held After some delays due to the pandemic, the Baer Family Early Childhood on September 2nd at Tap 42 in Davie, where over 20 professionals had the Learning Center opened on January 4, 2020 and has already over 70 opportunity to schmooze and enjoy some lite bites. The next JLink event will children enrolled in either the preschool or after-care programs. This new be in November. Check your email or the “JLink” Facebook page for details. preschool, a partnership between Temple Bat Yam and the J, is located on the grounds of the temple and welcomes any child from ages 2 months For more information, please contact Matt Newman at to 5 years old. Beth Hickman, the school’s director, has over 40 years of [email protected] or (954) 434-0499, extension 373. experience and brings creativity to her educational approach. It’s been an exciting and unique partnership between the J and the temple that has brought a high quality program to the east side’s Jewish community. REGISTER TODAY New Projects at the J PRESENTED BY BAER’S FURNITURE Even COVID-19 couldn’t slow the pace of progress at the J. Nearing completion is the The George Gottlieb Holocaust & Jewish Education October 7, 2021 Program in the Mania Nudel Holocaust Learning Center. Project co- chairs Craig Konhauzer and Laurie Suskind have lead a team of learned The Baer Cup Golf Classic presented by Baer’s Furniture will be held at experts and dedicated volunteers in the creation of an information-rich Woodmont Country Club in Tamarac on Thursday, October 7, 2021. and technologically-advanced center dedicated to ensuring that future This golf classic will raise money for scholarships for both the Susan and generations “never forget.” A magnificent space recalling key aspects of our Saul Singer and the Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Centers; for shared history, designed by Craig, includes a host of video displays with camp scholarships; as well as for Giborim United, the J’s program for unique educational content, virtual reality (VR) experiences, a recreation youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Be a sponsor or play of a portion of Anne Frank’s attic, and even an outdoor Garden of Peace in a foursome. To register to play, contact Ana Ehrlich, The Baer Cup and reflection pool. The renovation of this very important project is made coordinator at [email protected] or call her at (954) 854-1706. possible by the philanthropy of Laurence and Marcie Gottlieb in memory of Laurence’s father, George Gottlieb. THANK YOU TO THE CO-CHAIRS & THE COMMITTEE Technology is also at the forefront elsewhere in the J, as a brand new COMMITTEE CHAIRS “Green Room” has become the AV heart of the center. This custom-built, green screen-focused video production facility was used to great extent during Rochelle Golub & Hank Cairo Susan & Bob Schneider our Annual Meeting in June 2021, as well as throughout the summer camp Elissa Mogilefsky & Len Weiselberg Susan & Paul Suid season. Moving forward, the J leadership aims to use the space to develop innovative programs for our Giborim United programs and others. COMMITTEE MEMBERS Lastly, the Susan and Saul Singer Early Childhood Learning Center is getting a makeover. We look forward to seeing the updated classrooms, new technology center, the Eisinger Family Entrance, and the Tarich Family Foyer in early 2022. Heather Gilbert, board chair, presents from the green room. Lauren & Ian Alperstein Davia & Jim Mazur Dr. Ilene Strauss-Cohen & Moises Cohen Marta & Randy Paul Melissa and David A. Comras Alana & Jonathan Rapp Stacy & Josh Davis Jessica & Wesley Suskind Heather & Randy Gilbert Laurie & Lenny Suskind Sondra Weiss-Goldman & Evan Goldman Arlene & Manny Tarich William Wildstein To register, scan the code or visit dpjcc.org/baercup For sponsorship information please contact Rixys Alfonso at (305) 558-8877 or email her at [email protected]. PRESENTED BY David Posnack Quality Furniture & Interior Design Mania Nudel Holocaust Learning Center JCC undergoes renovation.

Chai-ways • PAGE 7 Tribute Card Contributions You may honor, remember or appreciate a special person, occasion or significant date in your life with a tax deductible donation to the David Posnack JCC. For a minimum donation of $18, a special tribute card will be sent. To send a card, email Joni Finkelstein at [email protected] or donate online at dpjcc.org. We sincerely thank the following for their participation in our Tribute Card program. Contributions submitted as of June 30, 2021. GENERAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO: Mania Nudel Holocaust Learning Center (continued) Lori Green Maccabi Fund General • Laurie & Len Suskind, congratulations to Dr. Eric & Ellen Freling in your • Lori & Mitch Green, wishing Lanny Gelfand a complete and speedy new home. recovery. • Tara Adelstein. • Cheryl & Jason Frost. • Sandra Einhorn & family, in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah. • The Suskind & Postal families, in loving memory of Florence Werner. • Richard & Rhonda Small Family Philanthropic Fund. • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, in memory of Carol Knight. • Lori, Mitch, & Jeremy Green, Heather & Joe Brand, in memory of Rosaline • Merle Orlove. • Laurie & Len Suskind, in honor of Matthew becoming a Bar Mitzvah • Carolyn & Johnathan Shapir, in honor of Cheryl Frost. Frieder. • Bobby & Kathy Klausner, in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah. (Sheila & Alan Merkur). • The Suskind family – in honor of the arrival of Miles Cole (Witlin). • Joseph Grohman, in honor of Ysaac’s work with Parkinson’s classes. • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes, Russ and Stan Suskind, in honor of the engagement • The Green/Brand family, in memory of Ira Adesnik. • Robert Pomerantz, in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah. • The Green/Brand family – in memory of the Eisinger’s father, grandfather • Merle & Joel Schneider, in memory of Muriel Kadin. of Alexa & Billy (Ackerman). • Carolyn & Jonathan Shapir, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • The Suskind family, in memory of Howard Weiss. and great grandfather. • Dan Cohen, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Toni & Robert Radler & family. • The Green/Brand family – in memory of Michael Rubin. • Merle & Joel Schneider, in memory of Debby Eisinger’s father. • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes Russ & Stan, in honor of the marriage of Kathleen & • The Green/Brand family – in memory of Jamie and Rob Weisler’s father • Matthew Newman. • Gail & Stanley Spatz. Brenden Ehrlich. and grandfather. • Adrienne & Jeff Scheck, in memory of Irwin Maybruck. • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, in memory of Barbara Rentschler. • The Suskind family, in honor of the arrival of Aiden Victor Lewis. • Joan and Leonard Light, in memory of Michael Rubenstein’s • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, in honor of the wedding of Dena & Andy Rose. • Michelle Rubin, Myriam Paelinck, Alan Miller, Allen Notkin, Chip Osborn, • Laurie & Lenny Suskind – to Cheryl & Neal Hochberg, in loving memory daughter, Lisa. Shelby Kan, Ruth Augustus, Gary Margolis, Lori & Mitch Green, Laurie & of Herb. David Kruzel, Ira & Janie Libanoff & Steve Jacobsen, in memory of Howard Family & Children • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes and Russ Suskind, in honor of the arrival of Mia Weiss. • Green/Brand family, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather and Joe, in memory of • Amy & David Stolberg, in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah Jolie, granddaughter of Debbie & Joel Piotkrowski. Ann Wasserman. • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, in memory of Lili, the sister of Sheila and Alan • Debby & Dennis Eisinger, in honor of the birth of Asher Isaac Hacker. Cultural Arts • Debby & Dennis Eisinger, in honor of the birth of Willow Sara Shapir. Merkur. • Green/Brand family, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather & Joe, in honor of • Alan, Elaine & Bea Spitzer, in memory of Dorothy Golush. • Laurie, Lenny, Jessica, Wesley and Russ Suskind, in memory of Charlotte, Lauren Alperstein being named, Attorney of the Year by Legal Aid. • Janie Libanoff. • Lori & Mitch Green, in memory of Marty Bookspan. • Hillary Waksman. mother, grandmother and great grandmother of the Gottlieb family. • The Green/Brand family, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather & Joe, in memory of • Carolyn & Jonathan Shapir, in honor of Jared Blaut. • Laurie & Len Suskind, in memory of Rueben Schneider. Rueben Schneider. • Eddie & Phyllis Greene, in memory of Howard Kirschenbaum. • The Suskind family, in honor of the arrival of Zoe, granddaughter of the • The Green/Brand family, in honor of the birth of Scott and Mirit Liebman’s • Michael Siegendorf. baby boy. • Stefanie & Dan Newman, in honor of Barry Wilen’s 70th Birthday! Hochberg family. • The Green/Brand family, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather & Joe, in honor of • Janie & Ira Libanoff, in memory of Francine Higer. • Doris & Steven Dolchin, in honor of Laurie Suskind. Laurie Suskind being inducted into the Broward Senior Hall of Fame. • Janie & Ira Libanoff, in honor of Cheryl Frost’s special birthday. • The Suskind family, in memory of Gloria, the mother and grandmother of • The Green/Brand Family, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather and Joe, in honor of • Janie & Ira Libanoff, in memory of Muriel Levine, and Stuart Seiden. the birth of Seth Mason Suskind. • Sharon Weerth. Dr. Eric and Ellen Freling and family. • Debby & Dennis Eisinger, in honor of Sheila & Garry Gerwitzman’s 50th • Ellen Sabety, in honor of Debbie Hochman. • The Suskind family, in honor of the arrival of Jack Arthur (Gold). Wedding Anniversary. • Mary Epstein. • Amy Rosenberg & family, in honor of the birth of Seth Mason Suskind. • Lori Green, in memory of Daniel Ghelman. • Lisa and Eli Math, in memory of Irwin“Ike”Maybruck. • Janie & Ira Libanoff, in honor of Phyllis Green’s“Special”Birthday and Mort Meyers Capital Maintenance & Replacement becoming a“Great…”. Seniors • Joshua Braun. SPECIAL NEEDS – GIBORIM TO: • Karen & Bruce Gottlieb, in memory of Ruth Omsky. • Doris Dolchin. SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS TO: General Special Needs Fund • Lisa, David & Michael Berkowitz, in memory of Howard Kirschenbaum. • Diane Berman. General Scholarship • Davia & Jim Mazur, in memory of Muriel Kadin. Singer Early Childhood Learning Center • Debbie Kaufman, in memory of Sonya Herman. Evan Reed Dermer Special Needs • Lee & Adina Kadin, in memory of Michael Feldman. • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes & Russ Suskind, in honor of the arrival of Demi, • Rhonda Small & Heather Gilbert, in memory of Meryl Yoffe. • The Wilpon family, in honor of the Dermer family. granddaughter of Ellen & Jay Cohen. • Cheryl & Jay Frost, in memory of Scott Ehrlich’s Aunt. • Joshua Braun. • Joan & Leonard Light, in memory of Sam Tischler. • Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline, in honor of Owen W. Levine. • Lucy Lichtblau and Arleen Axman, in memory of Eleanor Arnyas. Giborim U • Joel, Elliott & Eric Schackne, in memory of Dr. Henry Schackne. • Shari, Rob & Mason Mac Keen, in honor of Joey Ehrlich. • Joel, Elliott & Eric Schackne in memory of Mildred Schackne. • Audrey & Sam Meline, in honor of Joey Ehrlich. • Joshua Braun. • Debra & Michael Rinenau in honor of their granddaughter, Sophie. • Lori & Mitch Green, Patti Sinkoe & Howard Kelrick, Keith Paulive, Frieda • Melissa & Dan Longman. • Bonnie & John Salmon. • Laurie & Len Suskind, in honor of the arrival of Eli Monroe Parish. • Lauren Alperstein and family, in memory of Debby Eisinger’s father/ & Steve Marhee, Karen & Steve Margol, Debbie & Scott Margol, Natalie • Ellen Erenbaum, in memory of Alan J. Levy. & Mike Sands, Rosanna Shepard & Richard Alper, Sandy & Keith Bennett, • Batya Lederman. grandfather. Jennifer Fletcher, Fran & Hy Vaupen, Donna & Craig Zimmett, Minda & • Ron & Cheri Rothschild in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah. • Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline, in honor of the birth of Seth Mason Suskind. Norman Katz, Howard & Idel Leibowitz, Cindy & Alan Weisser, Iris Blitman, • Samantha Sehter. & Marcy Adler, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Ellen Elias, in memory of Lee Barrie. Nora A. Kreger Camp Kadima • Esther & Scott Cohen, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Beverly Erenbaum, in memory of GiGi Flom. • Moshe & Marci Adler, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Jonathan Feuer. • Harriet Feltman. • Amanda & Don Horowitz, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Ellen Erenbaum, in memory of Tala Lipshutz. • Mark, Maggie, Molly, Betsy & Dan Sharff, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Joshua Braun – to the G.A.P. Giborim Adult Program. Sports & Wellness • Gayle & Jeff Kiel, in memory of Muriel Kadin. • Lena, Neil & Logan Mintz, to the G.A.P. Giborim Adult Program - in honor • Lee & Adina Kadin and family, in memory of Solomon Nezvadovitz. • Carrie & Kevin Riggott, in memory of Marcia Goshen. of Ruth and Bernard Mintz. • Barbara, Steve & Andrew Berger, in memory of Howard Kirschenbaum. Hal Rosenberg Memorial Fund • The Mintz family, to the DPJCC G.A.P. Giborim Adult Program, in honor of • William W. Rosenfeld. • Shelley & Marvin Quittner, in honor of Arlene & Herb Margolis’s 50th • The Green/Brand families, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather & Joe, in memory Sue Steckler. of Elizabeth Halpern. Anniversary, CAPITAL FUNDS TO: • The Green/Brand families, Lori, Mitch, Jeremy, Heather & Joe, in memory Mania Nudel Holocaust Learning Center of the mother-in-law/grandmother of Amy Rosenberg. General Maintenance • Laurie & Len Suskind, in honor of Lauren Alperstein receiving the Esther • Lori & Kirk Halpern, in memory of Elizabeth Halpern Ekstein. • Deb, Clive, Dylan, Jared, Ali, Alex & Lila, children and grandchildren of Lowenthal Award for Community Service from Goodman JFS. • Karen & Michael Weprin, in memory of Elizabeth Halpern Ekstein. Herb Margolis, in honor of the Best GPA Ever! • Dr. Wendy Heckelman, in memory of Elizabeth Halpern Ekstein. • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, good wishes to Lanny Gelfand. • Irving Leveson, in memory of Elizabeth Ekstein. • Deb, Clive, Dylan, Jared, Ali, Alex & Lila, children and grandchildren of • The Suskind family, Laurie, Lenny, Jessica, Wesley and Russell, in memory • Debbie & Steve Rosen, in memory of Liz Halpern. Herb & Arleen Margolis, in honor of your 49th Wedding Anniversary. • Susan & Mark Farber, in memory of Elizabeth Halpern. of Elaine Kligman. • Roberta Fromkin, Les Fromkin & family, in memory of Elizabeth Halpern. • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes and Russ Suskind. In honor of Jenna & Jeremy • Eddie & Phyllis Greene, in honor of the birth of Isaac Rosenberg. • Laurie & Lenny Suskind, in honor of the arrival of Isaac Samuel Rosenberg. (Lewis). • Janie & Ira Libanoff, in honor of the birth of Isaac Samuel Rosenberg. • The Suskind family, in honor Lucy Hochman. • Cheryl & Jay Frost & Family, in honor of the birth of Isaac Samuel • Laurie, Lenny, Jess, Wes & Russ, in honor of the arrival of Evie Rose Rosenberg. (Genet). • Hillary & Sam Waksman, in honor of Joey Ehrlich’s Bar Mitzvah. • Laurie, Lenny & Russell Suskind, in memory of Marilyn Friedman. • Laurie, Len, Jess, Wes, Russ & Stan Suskind, in honor of the arrival of • Doris Dolchin, in honor of Laurie Suskind. • The Suskind family, in honor of the arrival of Emmett Grey (Eisinger). Aiden Victor Lewis. • Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline, in honor of the birth of Isaac Samuel Rosenberg.

Chai-ways • PAGE 8 Non-Profit Organization Executive Officers U.S. Postage 2021 PAID Heather Gilbert, J.D. William Wildstein David Posnack Jewish Community Center MIAMI FL On the Nina & Louis Silverman Campus Permit No. 340 Board Chair Vice Chair Sports and Wellness 5850 S. Pine Island Road • Davie, FL 33328 954-434-0499 | dpjcc.org A beneficiary agency of the Lauren Alperstein, Esq. Missy Longman OF BROWARD COUNTY Secretary Executive at Large Lynda Farber, M.A. Ed. Diane Wilen, Ph.D. Vice Chair Adult Services/ Immediate Past Board Chair Cultural Arts Scott Ehrlich, MA Galit Lipnik Chief Executive Officer Vice Chair Membership and Marketing Spencer Linden M. Scott Kleiman, Esq. Chief Operating Officer Treasurer Elaine M. Turner, CPA Kevin Riggott, CPA, CMA Chief Financial Officer Vice Chair Personnel Beverly S. Bachrach, MS John F. Rinella Chief Philanthropy Officer Vice Chair Children and Cina Tucci Family Services Chief Marketing Officer Jason Steinman, Esq. Bonnie Rayman Vice Chair Building Chief Community Officer Laurie Suskind Debbie Hochman Vice Chair Philanthropy Chief Experience Officer Welcome New Board MembersEventPhotography: KaraStarzyk,JaredBlaut,SeanMiller Claudia Cusnir Stacy Davis Candace Feivelson Matt Joblove Manny Tarich TRIBUTE TO Cheryl FrostbyBeverlyBachrach July 18 was the funeral of a very dear friend, were all stunned. This very healthy woman, who fanfare, but with lots of love and surrounded by community leader, J Board Member and an overall exercised regularly, ate healthily, and was in perfect her family and the showing of a video made by all amazing woman, Cheryl Frost. When I met her in condition, had what…? With her sister, Karen, and her friends (and even some celebrities) wishing her 2014, she was addicted to yoga and doing headstands her husband, Jay, they did their research; found happy birthday. Following her birthday, her days everywhere she went and in every country or state all the right doctors; visited hospitals everywhere were tied up with family, doctors, and fighting this she visited. She cared deeply about others, always before deciding what treatment was best. And the cruel disease. But we continued to talk and text. In doing nice things while also doing a million beautiful procedures began: Chemo, surgeries, trials... June, I had the opportunity to see Cheryl for the things for her husband and children. She was the last time. It was a short visit. I brought an award to glue holding together everything that happened And during all this, Cheryl kept going. She her for her work on the Josh Gad event. I left for in her life. She had friends from everywhere. She traveled with Jay to China. She continued biking vacation. She followed the trip on Facebook, and we always had a beautiful smile on her face, and we and walking many miles a day. Cheryl continued to talked when I returned. Then there were a few days waited each year to see what she would wear to the Chair and work on J committees. Nothing stopped of silence, and I found out Cheryl was in the hospital. David Posnack Jewish Community Center’s annual this woman. Later in life she became a flight She got home. We had one more long conversation; gala. She was a “head turner” and a fierce Mets fan, attendant, fulfilling a life time dream. She loved and then texts, and again silence. I found out Cheryl but most importantly to me, a true friend in every to be in front of the camera and speak in front of was in hospice. After this 5 1/2 year-long journey I sense of the word. Cheryl was the very first friend groups. She was amazing. During all of this I spoke realized everything was coming to an end. I jumped I made when I began at the David Posnack Jewish to her every single day, saw her almost every single every time I got a text, or the phone rang, waiting… Community Center. We had conversations about day, and we texted during the day. and the call came the evening of July 15. everything and worked closely together on many projects. We soon became close friends and spoke In October, 2020, along with Jared Blaut, she every single day except when traveling, and even co-chaired our annual fundraiser, virtually. She then we often texted. co-hosted this event in both live and prerecorded segments, sang, spoke, and all the while, no one She was co-chairing the J’s gala in 2016 when she knew how sick she really was. By January, 2021 learned she had a rare form of pancreatic cancer. We cancer was controlling more of her activities. She turned 60 years old February 10 without a lot of Cheryl wants to be remembered. She wants us to remember her doing headstands, working on committees, and enjoying her family. She wants to be remembered as a kind and caring friend, sister, daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother. Cheryl lived life to the fullest. We will continue to talk about her, celebrate her, love her, tell stories about her, and cherish our memories of this incredible woman who went out of her way to always make life easier for others.