Chai-Ways Issue 5: Spring 2017

waysDavid Posnack Jewish Community Center SPRING • 2017 • ISSUE 5 ENRICHING LIVES...CONNECTING PEOPLE JPillars Make a DifferenceJPillars, a new, integrated, yearly, one-time ask, provides the opportunity for contributors to designate their gift — INNOVATORSfrom early childhood to senior programs, from sports and wellness to cultural arts. JPillars participants receivethe benefits relating to the selected programs that they choose to support. The goal of JPillars is to educate the Alan Meltzercommunity to all of the J’s offerings; to identify the J’s immediate needs.Your participation ensures the success of the J by enriching lives and connecting people through philanthropy.Through the generosity of the following individuals, more seniors enjoyed the hot lunches that are served five daysa week; more children were given scholarships to attend preschool and summer camp; children with special needsmay participate in innovative programs and activities. JPillars as of April 15, 2017TRAILBLAZERS Nancy & Herb Brizel Lanny & Sandi Gelfand Kathy & Bobby Klausner Jim & Davia Mazur Alana & Jonathan Rapp Sterling Group FoodsPACESETTERS *CornerstoneBeverly S. Bachrach Mitch & Lori Green Cheryl & Neal Hochberg Knights of Pythias The Konhauzer Family *CornerstoneDr. Sam & Audrey Meline Robert Pomerantz, M.D. Amy Rosenberg Paul & Susan Suid and Family Lenny & Laurie SuskindAlan and Gayle Roseman *Cornerstone *Cornerstone *Cornerstone (not pictured) Dr. Scott & Lisa Goldberg * A cornerstone is a 3-year pledge at the same or greater level of giving, allowing the donor the opportunity to redesignate the gift each year. (not pictured)Honoring Sandi and Lanny Gelfand with the Tikkun Olam AwardFor some it was an evening that brought back childhood memories; Mark Shermanfor others it was a chance to reconnect with friends from the past; andfor everyone it was a terrific party with great food, lots of dancing and (JCC Executive Director Emeritus)amazing entertainment featuring the renowned B-Street Band. introduces honoreesBut most of all, it was an evening to pay tribute to Sandi and Lanny Gelfand, Lanny & Sandi Gelfandphilanthropists and community leaders who have left a significant imprint Accepting the 2017 Tikkun Olam Awardon many organizations in South Florida. The JCC Gala, now in its 33rd year, has been Sandi and Lanny’s passion.For decades they have worked tirelessly to raise money for this annual event, which supports JCC camp andpreschool scholarship funds in addition to special needs programs.Married for 40 years, raising four daughters and working full time at Pioneer Roofing, a company founded by HonoreesLanny in 1976, the Gelfands still always found time to make a difference in people’s lives. Today, as the proud Lanny & Sandi Gelfandand engaged grandparents of four, they continue to be involved in many community service activities. Continued on page 4

Chai-ways • PAGE 2Splish Splash What’s Cooking at the J?Kids Will Have a Blast … “No one is born a good cook, oneBut only if you help by June 30, 2017 learns by doing” — Julia Child Accessible for Special Needs Children This fall the David Posnack JCC realized another one of its long, sought-after dreams and opened the Flo & Hy Siegel Pan to Plate Culinary Institute. This For years the DPJCC has been compiling project was made possible by the generosity of many, especially Joy Siegel, a “wish list” of amenities requested by who named the institute in memory of her parents and Publix Supermarket our members. One, a splash pad, could Charities. Under the leadership of Heather Gilbert, vice chair of children and actually become a reality, but we need family services, all the “ingredients” came together to create a state-of-the- some help, and we need it now. Last art kitchen specially designed to be used by children, adults and those with year, The Batchelor Foundation offered special needs. On hand to give the kitchen a test run was the renowned Chef the DPJCC a gift of $100,000 to build the Allen Susser. splash pad, if, the J could raise a matching $100,000 by June 30, 2017. Future chefs Splash pads offer children of all ages, especially kids with special needs, a safe, Liza Susser & Chef Allen Susser fun and beneficial play time. A splash pad is very calming; encourages socialization; strengthens motor skills; and enhances hand/eye coordination. Kids romp on a non-slip surface that showers them with spray, mist and streams of water. They learn to play cooperatively by sharing equipment and space. To help us create this awe- inspiring and inviting place for recreational water play, contact Beverly S. Bachrach, director of philanthropy at 954.434.0499, ext. 321 or bbachrach@dpjcc.org.Vice Chairs Win Awards for Community Service“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma GhandiHeather Gilbert Laurie Suskindrecognized by recognized byInWeston magazine Broward 2-1-1Heather Gilbert was recently recognized Laurie Suskind, left This year the 7th Annual Community Care Planby InWeston magazine as part of an Juliet Roulhac, FPL Non-Profit Awards, presented by Signatureelite group of young people, “20 Under Grand and hosted by Broward 2-1-1, chose Laurie40” — whom the magazine characterizes Suskind, DPJCC vice chair of philanthropy, asas “dynamic doers making their mark.” their FPL Non-profit Organization Board LeaderThese individuals were chosen because of the Year. The Community Care awardsthey are wasting no time pursuing their recognize and bring awareness to the collectivepersonal and professional passions to work and impact of non-profit organizationsmake a difference in the community and and leaders in Broward County.the world.Heather is the DPJCC’s vice chair of children and family services and was The recipients are chosen for enhancing the mission and visibility of the(along with husband Randall) instrumental in raising funds for the redesign agency they currently serve. The award comes with $1,000 for the honoree’sof the DPJCC’s Feig Family Playground, a handicap accessible, no-mulch non-profit organization. Since 1992 Laurie has served the DPJCC in numerouscolorful play area. She was also the driving force for our newly opened Flo leadership capacities, including programming vice chair and Gala chair, and& Hy Siegel Pan to Plate Culinary Institute, which offers cooking and life always is furthering the DPJCC mission of “enriching lives by connectingskills classes for children of all ages and those with special needs. people.” This year Laurie was instrumental in launching JPillars, the DPJCC’s new philanthropy program.Fingerprints Welcome in JSmart Tech Center Scott Ehrlich, Beverly Ehrenbaum, Tina Babos, Jennifer Stewart, Heather Gilbert,Made possible through philanthropic funds from Dr. Saul & Susan Singer and Laurie Suskind, Beverly S. Bachrachthe Posnack Family Foundation of Hollywood.The JSmart Tech Center is one place where children never will betold to “not touch.” In fact, the more fingerprints the better. The newJSmart Tech Center has a smart board, smart tables, iPads and touchcomputers, all to be used for teachable, touchable moments for lots oflittle fingers. Thanks to the generosity of Dr. Saul and Susan Singer andthe Posnack Family Foundation of Hollywood, our preschool childrenhave a state-of-the-art Smart Center in which to learn and play.

Chai-ways • PAGE 3Learning karate moves from Jonathan Richard sings Preparing for ribbon cutting Gimme a “G” – Yay Giborim U Sensei Harrison The Impossible Dream as all sing Circle of LifeHip Hop class Fun & fitness Making new friends It’s dance party time DPJCC Launches Giborim UYear-round Program for Youth and Adults with Special NeedsIn 1991 the DPJCC started Giborim, a traditional summer camp for children with special needs and whose name means heroes in Hebrew. The camp enrolledjust 15 children, ages 6 to 14. Fast forward to summer 2016. Giborim enrollment soared to 145 children, ages 3-22, with many more on a waiting list.Studies show that the special needs population is experiencing a steady increase with a greater demand for year-round programs. Giborim U, a year-roundprogram for children ages 6 and up, teens and adults, is an outgrowth of the J’s unique and successful summer camp and the J’s commitment to the specialneeds population. Giborim U offers 12-week semesters with courses that focus on the arts, sports, wellness, socialization and life skills plus Sunday socials.Participants will enrich their lives socially and behaviorally while gaining independence and communication skills, as they forge genuine connections toeach other and the community. The Giborim U launch was chaired by board member Craig Konhauzer. MEET the GIBORIM U TEAM Dr. Diane K. Wilen • Giborim U Co-Chair Abel Garza • Giborim U Adult Coordinator Dr. Diane K. Wilen is a Florida licensed psychologist Abel Garza has dedicated the past 22 years to and school psychologist. She is currently retired working as a special education teacher for the after 36 years of service as a school psychologist public school system and now runs the post for Broward County Public Schools. Dr. Wilen graduate alternatives for secondary students where is a current member of the David Posnack JCC he directs the work/life skills program. Since 2008 Board of Directors and has served in a variety of Abel has served as the director/coordinator for the executive positions. She was a key proponent in the Ometz Special Needs Program at the Michael-Ann development of Camp Giborim in 1991. Russell Jewish Community Center. Beth Allen, M.S. • Giborim U Co-Chair Kevin Troonin • Giborim U Youth Coordinator Beth Allen is the community relations coordinator Kevin Troonin serves as the ESE support facilitator for the Lifelong Learning Institute at Nova at Pioneer Middle School and has been a Camp Southeastern University. She served previously as Giborim counselor for four years working with assistant executive director of the DPJCC for 12 years, special needs children of all ages. developing and supervising programs for children through adults and the special needs population. Rae White • Giborim U Administrative Assistant Beth is currently president of the Board of Directors Rae White has 20 years of professional experience in for the Exceptional Theater Company, a drama the administration of programs for individuals with program for individuals with disabilities. developmental disabilities. She was the director of the Center on Aging and Developmental Disabilities Arlene Abrams • Giborim U Administrator at the University of Miami, implementing a training Arlene Abrams is the David Posnack JCC’s Children program focusing on parent and family planning for & Family Services Director with over 20 years of the future. experience in early childhood and camp supervision.For more information on Giborim U courses and admission requirements please call Rae White at 954-434-0499, ext. 347 or rwhite@dpjcc.org

Chai-ways • PAGE 4 to Remember… A This year’s Gala had everything needed to have a great time — lots of dancing, a vodka slide, fabulous food,Our most sincere thank you goes out a terrific band, an online auction and a touch of nostalgia.to our Gala sponsors for helping make The Grand Prize winners of $5,000 were Sharon and Jerry Ness.this event a stellar success. We sincerely thank and give a huge shout out to our dedicated, creative and hard-working co-chairpersons and their committee, Diamond Sponsor Sandi & Lanny Gelfand without whom the Gala would not have been possible. Platinum Sponsors iHeartMedia Chairpersons Meg Green and Associates Michael Rosen & Wally Schneider Ruby Sponsors First Finish Bunny Blattner Cheryl Frost Committee Adriane Rosen Ilyssa Shacter Davia & Jim Mazur Jared Blaut Lanny Gelfand Heather Gilbert Ilisa Sarbey Erica Shapiro Memorial Hospital West Medical Staff Lynda Farber Sandi Gelfand Jim Mazur Cindy Schneider Service Keepers Tony Milian Emerald Sponsors Greenspoon Marder Jim Mazur, Wally Schneider, Lanny Gelfand, Sandi Gelfand, Paul & Susan Suid Cindy & Wally Schneider Laurie Suskind, Michael Rosen Denise & Mark Sherman Gold Sponsors Jim Mazur & Scott Ehrlich — “in”famous duet Amy Rosenberg, Scott Ehrlich, Lenny Suskind Debbie & Richard Becker BLS Financial JCC staff — Back: Avi Zuri, Shlima Berman, Donny Sztulwark, The B-Street Band Lisa & Steve Enfield Shari Mac Keen, Alan Urman, Perla Sananes, The Fischer Group Dr. & Mrs. Jay Frost and Family Rozana Vasserman; Front: St. Claire Hodges, Cina Tucci, The Green Family— Deby Edwards, Nancy Stearn Lori, Mitch, Heather & Jeremy Cheryl & Neal Hochberg Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital/ {U18} Sports Medicine Liz & David Kofsky The Konhauzer Family Kopelowitz, Ostrow, Ferguson, Weiselberg, Gilbert MBAF, CPAs and Advisors Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline Oakmonte Village of Davie Robert Pomerantz, MD Alana & Jonathan Rapp/ Sterling Group Foods Amy Rosenberg Rosenberg and Rosenberg, PA Dorothy & Charles Sacher Seth E. Schneiderman, PA Shore Group Hialeah, LLC Susan & Paul Suid and Family Laurie & Lenny Suskind Silver Sponsors BDO Wealth Advisors Gelch & Associates, PA Hawks Landing Realty JGA Beacon Roofing Supply Jumbo Automotive, Inc. The Riggott Family Roof Management Solutions Michael & Adriane Rosen STONEGATE BANK Ron, Cornelia, Walter & Owen Suskind Can’t stop dancing Movin’ & groovin’ with Richard & Deb BeckerDancing the night away More dancing Deb Becker, Randi Alvarado, Mindy Postal, Judy Appel

Chai-ways • PAGE 5Toni Radler, Davia Mazur, Lynda Farber Michael Chanan Alana & Jonathan Rapp Reuben Schneider, Beverly S. Bachrach, Esther GordonWally Schneider (Gala co-chair), Scott Ehrlich, Cheryl Frost, Jerry & Sharon Ness Jared & Dana Kornfeld, Alana Rapp,Cindy Schneider, Adriane Rosen, Will Forte, Jim Mazur (Gala Grand Prize winners) Scott Ehrlich Michael Rosen (Gala co-chair)Having a great time Wassup? The psychic knows all Randy & Marta PaulYeah! Brrrrrrr. Vodka slide Cheryl Frost, Beverly S. Bachrach People watchingCarolyn & Dr. Jonathan Shapir Carrie & Kevin Riggott Coffee bar Popcorn man Ysaac KaplanJim Mazur & Scott Ehrlich getting into it To good friends and happy times Will you be mime? Standing ovationBottoms up! Put your hands together Get down! Let’s hear it for the band

Chai-ways • PAGE 6 The David Posnack Jewish Community Center opened its doors in Davie, Florida in 1988.LegacyLEAVING A Since that time thousands of people use the J for community and social events, public schoolPlease consider leaving your legacy to the sports’ programs and for socialization.David Posnack JCC, ensuring it remains The J houses a two-story fitness center,a “center” for the entire community. multiple swimming pools, the Susan and Saul Singer Early Childhood Learning CenterYou may do this through: and offers educational and cultural programs and multiple summer camps. The J is aBEQUEST: CHARITABLE TRUSTS: “happy place” for infants to the ageless. It is imperative that we concentrate on plannedThrough a bequest you may make a gift to You can leave money to the J through a gifts for the future of the J.the J while preserving your assets during charitable remainder or lead trust andyour lifetime. Your bequest to the J may name the J as the beneficiary.be a dollar amount, a specific asset, apercentage, or the remainder of your estate RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS:once all other bequests have been satisfied. Designate the J as an after-deathLIFE INSURANCE POLICY: beneficiary of your IRA or other qualified retirement plan. Naming theYou can designate the J as a beneficiary J as a beneficiary is a vehicle to makeof a life insurance policy. You can also an estate gift while leaving a significanttransfer ownership to the J of a paid-up legacy tax-free.policy during your lifetime and receive anincome tax charitable deduction.There are several other vehicles to leave a planned gift. Talk to your tax advisor to see what is best for you. For an appointment to discuss how you maymake a difference contact: Beverly S. Bachrach, Director of Philanthropy at the David Posnack JCC at 954-434-0499, ext. 321 or bbachrach@dpjcc.org.“We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.”—WinstonChurchill Debbie Bachenheimer Denise CasaleJLegacy Committee Members Jay Feldman Laurie Suskind, Vice Chair for PhilanthropyJlegacies MitchGreen Jared Kornfeld Les Kushner Jeff Sopshin Robin Wolfer Larry Greenberg “We are worth what we are willing to share with others.” — Rabbi Jonathan SacksIn fiscal year 2016/2017 the following people cared deeply about the J’s future:Ana & Scott Ehrlich Margo Golos Lenny & Laurie Suskind Paul & Susan Suid Avi Zuri Celia Isaacs z”l (Not pictured) Philanthropy makes an impact on people’s lives. All of us, whether in a small or large way, can put a smile onmany faces and bring others hope and happiness by enriching lives and connecting people through philanthropy.For an appointment to discuss how your money can make a huge difference at the David Posnack Jewish Community Center contact Beverly S. Bachrach, Director of Philanthropy, David Posnack JCC at 954.434.0499, ext. 321 or bbachrach@dpjcc.org

Chai-ways • PAGE 7Tribute 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 $5, a tribute note card will be sent to a recipient; or for a minimum donation of $18, a special 5 x 7 tribute card will be sent. To send a card call 954-434-0499, ext. 300 or donate online at dpjcc.org We sincerely thank the following for their participation in our Tribute Card program. Donations of $18 and up are highlighted in colorTSOT: EPPING STONE Sports & Wellness Lori Green Maccabi Fund (continued)• Hy Roth, ever and always remembered with love, from Linda. TO: TO:GGeEnNeEraRl AL CONTRIBUTIONS • The Hernandez family, in memory of Naomi Lewin, from • Drs. Heidi Cohen & Ross Lieberfarb, in memory of your father/ David Silverman. grandfather “Salty”, from the Green family – Lori, Mitch,TO: Heather & Jeremy. Mania Nudel Holocaust Learning Center• A donation has been made to the JCC, from Tara Adelstein. • Howie Kelrick, in honor of the arrival of Kira Sadie and her• Robert Galperson & family, in memory of your father, from TO: adorable big sister Peri, from Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ Suskind. Linda & Howie Kirschenbaum. • Dr. Herb Brizel & family, in memory of Nancy, from Linda & Charlie • Dr. Herb Brizel & family, in loving memory of Nancy, from the• Laurie Huss, in memory of Jerrold Cohen, from Marilyn & Brumer. Green family – Lori, Mitch, Heather & Jeremy. Robert Rosenberg. • Dr. Jonathan Shapir & family, in memory of your brother, from • Arlene Maranz, wishing you a complete & speedy recovery, with• Herb Brizel, in memory of my beloved mentor and friend Nancy, Dr. Howard & Judee Barron. love from the Green family – Lori, Mitch, Heather & Jeremy. from Margo Golo-Reines. GSeCnHeOraLl SAcRhSolHarIsPhiFpUNDS • The Kruzel family, in memory of your beloved mother/• Dr. Harvey Peretz & family, in memory of Barbara Peretz, from grandmother Claire Kruzel, from the Green family – Lori, Mitch, TO: Heather & Jeremy; Phyllis & Eddie Greene. Susan & Richard Miller & family.• A generous donation has been made to the JCC, from • Paul Licker & family c/o Degann, in memory of Edie, from Linda & • Linda & Charlie Brumer, in honor of the birth of your new Howie Kirschenbaum. grandchild Henry, mazel tov, from Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ Suskind. Philip Solomon. • Jane Finkelstein & family, in memory of your mother, from Jill • Cheryl Frost, love you and hope that every day is better, from yourCultural Arts Appel. #1 volunteers, Eddie & Phyllis Greene.TO: • Mark Sherman, in honor of your 70th birthday, from Leon • Myron Sandler, in memory of Selma Sandler, our thoughts are Weissberg. with you, fondly Eddie & Phyllis Greene.• Dr. Herb Brizel & family, in memory of your beloved Nancy, from Ellie Cohen. • Jen Weisberg, in memory of uncle Ray, from Rob & Debra • A donation has been made in honor of Zoe & Dylan Fineberg, Kauffman. from Libo Fineberg.• Isa Joseph, in memory of Ester Tversk, from Elaine Spitzer.• Judy Spatz, in honor of your receiving the Kipnis-Wilson Friedland • Sandra Heda, in memory of Harold Sloane, from the Kadin family Merwin Erenbaum Memorial Children in – Lee, Adina, Jamie, Joey & Charlotte. Need Fund Award, mazel tov on this well-deserved honor, from Laurie & Len Suskind. • Joan Schimmer, in honor of Harvery Greiff, from Joan & Jamie. TO:• Ellen Selkowitz, in loving memory of Fred, from Jill Appel. • Rosalind Lichtman, in your honor, from Kim Rubin.• Dr. Herb Brizel, in loving memory of Nancy, from Mildred Nitzberg. • Robbin Nezdovitz, in memory of Scott Wallace, from Lee & Adina • Mr. & Mrs. Bernie Feldman, in memory of your beloved brother• Shari & Rob Mac Keen, in honor of the arrival of baby Mason, from Walter, with our heartfelt sympathy and love, from Laurie, Lenny, Ira & Janie Libanoff. Kadin & family. Wes & Russ Suskind.• Lenny Suskind, wishing you a complete & speedy recovery, from • Robbin Nezdovitz, in memory of your beloved brother Judi & Bernie Feldman. Scott Shepard Memorial Fund Scott Wallace, from Rob & Debbie Kauffman.Seniors • Debra Kauffman, in memory of your beloved father TO:TO: Samuel Goldman, from Lesli Rogosin. • Michael Higer, mazel tov on becoming the president-elect of the • Dr. Herb Brizel, in memory of Nancy Brizel, from Florida Bar, all our best, from Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ Suskind.• Anna Siegel & son, in memory of your husband Isadore, from Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. Susan & Richard Miller. • Rossana Shepard, in honor of Helena Baruch & Rossana Shepard, • Michael Sands, in honor of your birthday, from Lee & Adina Kadin from Dawn Barlow & family.• Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Kaufman, in honor of your 50th anniversary, from Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. & family. SBePnE&CIDAoLroNthEyESDpSen–ceGr ISBpOecRiaIlMNeeds • Jonathan & Carolyn Shapir, so sorry to hear about your brother,• Richard Wassman, in memory of your wife Dolly, from TO: Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. from Dr. Joel & Merle Schneider. • Judge Ronald J. Rothschild, congratulations for being honored, by • Dr. Herb Brizel, in memory of Nancy, a wonderful lady and great• The Schultz family, in memory of your mother, from mentor, from Helaine Gurgold. Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. Libo Fineberg. • Carolyn & Jonathan Shapir, in memory of your brother Ami Shapir, Evan Reed Dermer Special Needs• The Green family, in memory of Sol Green, from Lori Shapiro, Steven Kaufman, Jacob & Kat. with our deepest sympathy, from Karen & Bob Goldstein. TO: • Dr. Jonathan & Carolyn Shapir, in memory of your beloved brother• Rabbi Frazin, in memory of your wonderful wife Penny, with love • The Zimmerman family, in loving memory of Carol Rabb, from from Carolyn & Jonathan Shapir. Ami Shapir, from Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline. Laurie & Len Suskind. • Dianne Thorne & family, in memory of your beloved father Joseph• A donation has been made in honor of Myron Sandler, from your • Dr. Herb Brizel & family, in memory of Nancy, your beloved wife, children & grandchildren. Thorne, from Barry & Ilyssa Shacter; Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline; mother & grandmother, from Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline. Laurie & Len Suskind.• Tom & Carol Wood, in honor of your 50th anniversary, from • Mr. & Mrs. David Barman & family, in memory of Harry Brieter, • Scott & Heidi Dermer, in memory of your grandmother “GG” Glory Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. from Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Light. Brodsky, from Nancy S. Richards & Marian Klinger. • A donation has been made to the JCC, in honor of Mark Sherman,• Mr. & Mrs. Randell, in honor of Carol’s birthday and your from Michael & Marcia Korotkin. • Lauri & Michael Bernstein & family, in memory of Ethel Meyers, anniversary, from Todd & Iris Osborn. • The Riggott family, in loving memory of your mother Barbara, from Ellie Cohen; Jonathan & Meredith Cohen. from Lee & Adina Kadin & family.• Mr. & Mrs. Bernie Resnick, in honor of your 67th anniversary, from • Myron Sandler, in memory of Selma, from Michael and Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. Hal Rosenberg Memorial Fund Terry Greenhawt.• Esther Vogel, in memory of the passing of your husband Victor, TO: • Michael & Merle Orlove, in memory of your beloved sister from Marilyn Hoch Schwartz. Abby Orlove Schroeder, from Dr. Sam & Audrey Meline. • The Rosen family, in memory of Inella Burns, from Laurie, Len, Wes• The Schultz family, in memory of your beloved mother, from & Russ Suskind. Abby Orlove Schroeder Special Needs Marilyn Schwartz. Scholarship Fund • Becky & Randy Califf, in honor of the birth of your grandsonSinger Early Childhood Learning Center Aiden Ray, mazel tov, from Laurie & Len Suskind. TO:TO: • The Brizel family, in loving memory of Nancy Brizel, from the • Michael & Merle Orlove, in memory of your beloved sister Abby Suskind family – Laurie, Len, Wesley & Russell. Orlove Schroeder, with love from the Green family - Lori, Mitch,• Renee Jedwab, in memory of your husband Sam, Heather & Jeremy; Avi Zuri; Terry & Mel Drucker; Dorothy & Neil• from Joan & Len Light. • Merle & Michael Orlove, in honor of Rowan Quinn, little sister to Koreman; Harold & Jill Gaffin; Helen & Jack Berne; Amy Rosenberg;• Orlie Jedwab, in memory of Sam Jedwab, from Joan & Len Light. Kennedy, mazel tov. We are so excited for you all, from Laurie, Len, Pedro & Barbara Bermann; Nancy & Norman Lipoff; Martin• A contribution has been made toward the renovation of our Wes & Russ Suskind. & Bobby Goodman; Norman & Alice Klein; Donald & Rosetta Bierman; Kathy & Robert Klausner; Susan & Herb Fields; Jim & kitchen, from Ilisa Sarbey. • The Shapir family, in loving memory of your brother Ami, from Davia Mazur; Marilyn & Stewart Agoos; Ronni Shelley.• Ramy Diga & family, in memory of your wonderful mother & Laurie & Len Suskind. • Lynda & Stuart Farber, in honor of Sydney Emillia, mazal tov, from grandma, from Rosalee Rabinowitz. • Cantor Arianne & Rabbi Randy Brown, in honor of the birth of your Laurie, Len, Wes, Jess & Russ Suskind.• A donation has been made to the Early Childhood Center in new son Caleb Joshua, from Rowena & Burton Kovler. • Dr. Allen Sklaver, thank you for being a wonderful doctor, you will memory of Dr. Henry Schackne, from Joel, Elliot & Eric Schackne. • Debbie & Frank Gober, in honor of the marriage of your daughter be missed, all our best, Laurie, Lenny, Wesley & Russell Suskind.• A donation has been made to the Early Childhood Center in Serena, from Amy Rosenberg. • Marta & Bernie Friedman, in honor of Elana & Jeff’s engagement, memory of your mother Mildred, from Joel, Elliot & Eric Schackne. • Rowena Kovler, in honor of your 80th birthday, from Diane & from the Suskind family – Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ.• A donation has been made to the Children & Family Services Hugh Unger. • The Hochberg family, in loving memory of Marvin Hochberg, Department, from Gillian Smith. • The Riggott family, in memory of Barbara Riggott, from from Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ Suskind. Laurie & Len Suskind.Nora A. Kreger Camp Kadima • The Allen family, in honor of Silas and his amazing family, mazel Lori Green Maccabi Fund tov, from Laurie, Len, Wes & Russ Suskind.TO: TO: MOTorHt EMReyFeUrsNCDapSital Maintenance &• Richard Weiss, in memory of your beloved mother Lillian, with love from Carolyn & Jonathan Shapir. • Rossana, Nina & Maxie Shepard, in memory of your father Replacement & grandfather, from the Green family – Lori, Mitch, Heather TO: • & Jeremy. • Monica & David Genet, in honor of Isaac Joseph Genet, from • Lauri & Michael Bernstein, in memory of Ethel Meyers, from Laurie & Len Suskind. Laurie & Len Suskind.

DPJCC LEADERSHIP Non-Profitand STAFF Organization U.S. PostageJim Mazur Jared KornfeldBoard Chair Treasurer PAIDCindy Schneider Debby Eisinger Permit No. 340Vice Chair Adult Services/ SecretaryCultural Arts Lee Kadin MIAMI FLBarry Wilen, Esq. Immediate Past Board ChairVice Chair Building Scott Ehrlich, MA David Posnack Jewish Community CenterHeather Gilbert Chief Executive Officer On the Nina & Louis Silverman CampusVice Chair Children and Elaine M. Turner, CPA 5850 S. Pine Island Road • Davie, FL 33328Family Services Chief Financial Officer 954-434-0499 | www.dpjcc.orgLaurie Suskind Beverly S. Bachrach, MSVice Chair Philanthropy Director of PhilanthropyJared Blaut Shari Mac Keen, MSVice Chair Membership Program Directorand Marketing Nancy StearnAdriane Rosen Public Relations DirectorVice Chair Personnel Rozana VassermanM. Scott Kleiman, Esq. Philanthropy AssistantVice Chair Sportsand Wellness Event Photography: Kara Starzyk Jared BlautA beneficiary agency of the OF BROWARD COUNTY5K ClassicSuperhero Run/Walk And they’re off Over 200 people braved the elements and turned out to participate in the JCC/Relay for Life 5K Classic. Many really got into the spirit of the event and came dressed in superhero garb. Actually, everyone that participated was a superhero. Proceeds from the run benefited the JCC’s special needs camp and Relay for Life’s American Cancer Society. The event was co-chaired by Craig Konhauzer and Scott Kleiman.JCC staffer Sean Miller wins Definitely a super girl! the best overall male. SSutpaerrt Super co-chair Callahan family — Kelly, Jordan, Scott Kleiman Justin & WoodsonTwo Split Winnings from Winter Poker Charity Classic The Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood Poker Room was the scene once again for the JCC’s Winter Poker Charity Classic. After 23 tournaments, the organizers have it down to a science, and everyone had a great time. This year, we had co-champions, who each won $2,900. We thank all our players, volunteers and our sponsor, the Law Firm of Cohen and Cohen, for another successful tournament. Proceeds benefit the JCC’s special needs and early childhood programs. Left to right: Fidencio Velez (co-champion), Randy Paul (JCC tournament co-chair), Matthew Ehrlich (co-champion), Scott Ehrlich (JCC Chief Executive Officer)