JUNE/JULY 2004 halom: H. Serving the Central Kentucky Jewish Community Since 1962 Newspaper of the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation “$6“ F ederaf’o l—Ll_()_l_u 0/) 0" r at Ken‘°c SlVAN-TAMMUZ-AV 5764 Barr, Belin, Dubilier to Receive Awards at Federation Annual Meeting New Board Members to be Elected 06¢ 81/ Stanley Saxc Marty Barr will receive the President’s Award, Rachel Belin will be given the Young Leadership Award, and Vinnie Dubilier will accept the 2004 Volunteer of the Year Award. Three Central Kentuckians will be recognized for their outstanding efforts on behalf of the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation and the Jewish community at the Federation’s annual meeting Wednesday evening, June 23. Rachel Belin Marty Barr Vinnie Dubilier their terms of service. President Feinberg will review the Federation’s activities over the past year. CKJF Executive Director Daniel Chejfec will report to the community. Federation president David Feinberg will preside as the community elects new members for three year terms to the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation Board of Directors. They will replace six people completing The President’s Award to be present- ed to Marty Barr is given to an indi- vidual who, in the opinion of the Federation President, has demon- strated long-term commitment and exceptional service to the Jewish community by promoting the goals of the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation. This year’s recipient, Marty Barr, a native of Washington, DC, came to Lexington with his wife, Barbara, a registered nurse, and their children Howard, Larry, and Stephanie almost 27 years ago. see Awards, page 19 b1, Aflflr ogin Recognized for Accomplishments 81/ Stanley Saw The singing on Friday evenings at the Erev Shabbat serv- ices at Temple Adath Israel becomes a real family affair when David and Deborah Sogin lead the adult choir, Koleinu. Their lS—yveai‘eold daughter, Celia, a sophomore at Lafayette SCAI’A, often lends her voice to the choir and son, Ari, age 11, joins in occasionally with a drum accompaniment. The evening of Friday, April 23, at Temple Adath Israel was a special time because Rabbi Eric Yoffie, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, spoke to the congregants at the service led by the Temple Youth Group. Rabbi Yoffie was in Lexington as part of TAI's 100th anniversaIy celebration. During the service, David Sogin, who accompanied the choir on the viola, was called to the bimah for a special presentation. Rabbi Yoffie presented David with a certifi- cate acknowledging that he has completed the require- scc Sogin, page 17 Meet the Staff of Camp Shalom Great Leadership Is the Key to Success This Summer §§¢ Camp Shalom, sponsored by the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation, is fortunate to have the creative programming and leadership of veteran Camp Director Kathy Feinberg for the second year in a row. This will be Kathy’s fourth year of active staff involvement in camp; she began by leading four-year—old prekindergarten campers back in 2001. Her enthusiasm and charisma with the children, along with her attention to detail and fun, is a defining quality of her many abilities. We look forward to a great two weeks of camp in August. Joining Kathy as Assistant Director this year will be Elissa Brown. Elissa is knowledgeable in teaching both as a cer— tified teacher and religious school teacher who has taught fourth grade students both in the classroom and as a Hebrew teacher at Temple Adath Israel She will help 1n maintaining the curriculum and scheduling and keeping counselors and counselors—in—training on track to ensure responsible fun during camp. Elissa Central Kentucky Jewish Federation l050 (hinoe Road 0 Suite 203 0 lexington, KY 40502 (hange Service Requested Sandee wt Ides 124 N Ashland Ave Lextngton KY 40502—1509 NflnéP'P‘gguggg' We are fortunate to have Elissa, who PAID worked with Camp Shalom in 2000, Lexington, KY back on board. Permii’Wl‘i This year, Camp Shalom will have three college aged group leaders to oversee each age group and their counselors and counselors—in—train— ing. Tamara Ohayon, William Reinhard, and Victor Szwilski will has Camp Shalom experience as well, serve as these group leaders. Tamara Ohayon will manage the 8-12 year old group of campers. She has served several years in leadership at another Camp Shalom, in Los Angeles, California. Tami is a gradu— ate student now at the University of Kentucky specializing in ceramics, pottery, and related arts. Her creativ— ity and zest for fun will be a wonder— ful addition. William Reinhard will lead the 4-5 year olds. His adventur- ous spirit and love of the outdoors will help provide an exciting camp session for all involved in his group. He has coached volleyball and led rock climbing expeditions and has a great love of children. Victor Szwilski is in charge of the 6-7 year old campers and counselors. He will expose this energetic group to nature walks, arts and crafts, sports and many other enjoyable camp projects. The three group leaders are a vital component to help keep groups on task with projects and ensure fun and safety. Camp Shalom is also proud to announce the following 2004 staff members. With the 4—5 year olds will be Rachel Heller, Melissa Van Hoose, and Ellen Reinhard as counselors sec Camp Shalom, page 18