Ohav Sholom Journal 2011

CONGREGATION OHAV SHOLOM 2

JOURNAL DINNER APRIL 3, 2011

PROGRAM

Master of Ceremonies .................................................................. Irwin Duftler

Rabbi Wohlberg’s Message .................................................. Rabbi Wohlberg

President’s Remarks ............................................................ Adam Greenberg

Rabbi Ebbin’s Message ................................................................ Rabbi Ebbin

Presentation to Honoree .............................................................. Rabbi Ebbin

Guest of Honor Remarks .......................................................... Dr. Mel Isaacs

Celebration ....................................................................................... Everyone

JOURNAL COMMITTEE Brian Bertan Irwin Duftler

Adam Greenberg David Hauser

Matthew Lerner Adam Marchuck

Rebecca Moldwin Gabe Rubin

Peter Tannenbaum Mario Wilkowski

Photo Montage Lonnie Ostrow

Special thanks to

Bonnie Errico Rosemary Hart

Cover artwork

Created by Janice Cepler in honor of Dr. Isaacs, 1987

Congregation Ohav Sholom would like to graciously thank all of the sponsors and local merchants for their generous support and contributions to this journal and to our Synagogue. While we gratefully acknowledge the participation in this and many of our fundraising endeavors throughout the year, Congregation Ohav Sholom cannot vouch for any service, product, or the kashrut of any establishment listed. The advertisements in this journal consists of a broad spectrum of

vendors, from those that we consider reliably Kosher, to not reliably Kosher to non-kosher.



CONGREGATION OHAV SHOLOM

OFFICERS

Adam Greenberg, President Barry Birnbaum, Executive Vice President

Ken Duftler, Vice President, Ritual & Education Steve Gochman, Vice President, House & Properties

David Hauser, Vice President, Fund Raising Gary Friedman, Vice President, Social Activities

Daron Rubensohn, Treasurer Ira Balsam, Financial Secretary

Matthew Lerner, Recording Secretary Ron Bekore, Corresponding Secretary

PAST PRESIDENTS

Herb Kronish ז״ל Murray Schneider, ז״ל Earl Price

ז״לDavid Hirsch

Ronald Berkley Nathan Fagan, ז״ל

Irwin Duftler Abraham Greenberg

Irwin Stricker Herman Kroshinsky

David Zwerin Joanne Brumberg

Henry Cohen Gerald Gold Stanley Fish Mark Yedlin

Mark Strauss David Safon ז״ל

David Denenberg Robert Stein

Peter Tannenbaum Brian Bertan

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Judy Barsky Debra Braunstein

David Cepler Adam Cohen

Kenneth Gartner Steven Goldschein

Brian Green Jeffrey Hauser

Susan Joffe Ari Jurmann

Ira Kolko Irving Liebowitz

Nat Litman Adam Marchuck

Seth Miller Rebecca Moldwin

Aaron Needle Gabrielle Pauly

Michael Richheimer Michael Rosenbloom

Morton Rothstein David Schlachter Ilissa Schoenberg

Steven Simon Jordan Smith Martin Spar

Stewart Sternbach Michael Wajnrajch Mario Wilkowski Carol Zimmern

HONORARY TRUSTEES

Harry Adwar Herman Alexander Lawrence Berger

Les Grussgott

Hirschell Levine Malcolm Markowitz

Stephen Werbel



MESSAGE FROM RABBI EBBIN

Dear Friends, It is a great honor for me to be a part of my first Ohav Sholom Journal Dinner as we honor Dr Mel Isaacs. In the short time since I have joined Ohav, I have witnessed firsthand the diversity, openness and warmth that makes Ohav so uniquely special. At our dinner we take an evening to celebrate how extraordinary our congregation truly is, the impact it has made on the lives of our families, as well as honor remarkable individuals who have shaped Ohav’s character over the years. Our Rabbis tell us (Midrash Rabba, Bereshit 10:6) that every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers, 'Grow, grow.'" In the development of a child, there are so many factors and variables that go into a seed that is a child, in hopes that they will bloom and bear beautiful fruit in the future. Of course it is the parents who make the pivotal contributions towards a child’s progression. Yet it is the whispers, the behind the scenes work, performed by the angelic individuals who are teachers, educators and role models with hearts of gold, that are actually the driving force of what makes children grow. At Ohav, our synagogue is filled with special angels who have been whispering in the ears of our children for nearly a half a century. Few people have been louder in their whispering, persistent in their encouraging and determined in their dedication to each child, than Dr Mel Isaacs. Mel has worked tirelessly both in front and behind the scenes, to make our Hebrew School the most respected in the region and in enabling our Ohav kids to grow to great heights both as Jews and as menches. It is fairly safe to say, that through the very loud whispers of Dr Isaacs, the entire institution of Ohav Sholom stands proudly today. Our Hebrew School has been integral to the vitality of our synagogue since its inception and that remains true to this day. Today, we proudly thank them for everything they have given to our religious school and to our synagogue that they and we hold so dearly. To Mel and to other special honorees who join us today, I wish for you the same as G-d wishes for His people; that your days should be many on this earth, so that you can continue to contribute the time and talents bestowed to you in order to make children grow, as well as to spread His light in the world. Sincerely, Rabbi Ira Ebbin



MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

e are proud to honor Dr. Mel Isaacs as this year’s journal honoree. Over the last 40 years, Congregation Ohav Sholom has been so fortunate to have Dr. Isaacs as a Hebrew school teacher and Principal. Throughout his tenure as Principal, Dr. Isaacs

has developed a curriculum that brings the best out of our Hebrew school students. What I admire most about Dr. Isaacs is his enthusiasm and dedication to our Hebrew school. For example over the years, we have seen Dr. Isaac’s involvement and development of such programs as Aleph Inductions, graduations, Model Seders, Charoses Bowl, field trips, Israeli day parades, PACE (Parent and Children Education) program, Sukkah decorating, Rosh Chodesh breakfasts, music, Megillah readings, the Community Hebrew High School, International Bible Contest, and more. Dr. Isaacs is a graduate of Brooklyn College and received is Ed. D in Jewish School Administration from Yeshiva University. Dr. Isaacs first came to Ohav Sholom as a Hebrew school teacher in 1969. Five years later, he became the Principal of the Hebrew School for the next 20 years. In 1994, Dr. Isaacs became the Director of Education for the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County (HANC). After his retirement from HANC, Dr. Isaacs returned to his position as Principal of our Hebrew School in 2008. The attraction to bring Dr. Isaacs back was his experience and innovation. No one knows the Ohav Sholom Hebrew School better than Dr. Isaacs. And he was welcomed back with open arms. Over the years, Dr. Isaacs has made such an impact in the lives of many individuals for his devotion to education. At this years’ journal dinner, we will be recognizing seven of those individuals for outstanding contributions to the Jewish community. We will present each one with an award bearing Dr. Isaacs’ name. It is with sincere appreciation that we pay tribute and say thank-you to Dr. Isaacs on behalf of the synagogue and the thousands of students that have gone through our Hebrew School program. Adam Greenberg

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Dr. Mel Isaacs Speaks About 50 Years in Jewish Education

If there was a hall of fame for Jewish educators, Dr. Mel Isaacs would be enshrined among the immortals. The beloved principal of our Religious School holds the distinction of having educated Jewish children throughout the NY area for more than 50 consecutive years. Now that’s a streak even baseball iron man Cal Ripken Jr. would be envious of! Dr. Isaacs’ professional career began as a teacher at RJJ, the Rabbi Jacob Joseph High School on the Lower East Side -- the same school he attended for both elementary and High School. Economic conditions forced him to enter the public sector. However, he remained connected to Jewish education through his participation at various day camps and at the Glenwood Jewish Center. When he moved to West Hempstead in 1967, Dr. Isaacs dreaded the long drive to work in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. He transferred from teaching at PS 169 to the Merrick School District. He also sought a second position at a Jewish supplementary school. Two year later, Dr. Isaacs began his storied affiliation with Ohav Sholom. We recently caught up with our legendary educator to reflect on a half century in Jewish education and his fondest memories at Ohav. Q) For over 50 years, you have been a leading Jewish educator. What do you consider to be

the most crucial aspects of giving a child a Jewish education? A) The most crucial aspect is to have our children truly love and identify with our beautiful heritage. Many believe that

cognitive learning is more important than learning which encompasses an affective component. If a child can gain the knowledge, then he or she should become an active member in the Jewish community. I firmly believe that the affective domain plays a more dominant role in the equation. If the child does things that touch him emotionally and spiritually, then his own curiosity and love of his religious beliefs will motivate him to learn more. On the other hand, if a child does not enjoy coming to Religious School, he will be drawn to secular interests that might distance him from a vital connection to his people.

The second important ingredient is the faculty. A school must have teachers who can connect with his/her own inner child and truly understand what it is like to be the student; to arouse curiosity and interest in the learner that will encourage class interaction and participation. Children are like flowers: If nurtured and loved, they will blossom.

Q) What do you see as the greatest challenge of Jewish education today? A) The major challenge is to have the parents partner in the educational process of their children's Jewish

education. Unfortunately, Religious School is not given a high priority in most homes today. It is looked upon as a "rite of passage" to becoming a Bar and Bat Mitzvah, and not as the foundation of Jewish connectedness. Nor is it viewed as the beginning of a life-long process of Jewish identity and participation in Judaism, regardless of one's degree of religious affiliation. Parents often fail to realize that they are the primary teachers for their children. They must model the lifestyle and religious beliefs for their off-spring. A parent cannot expect the school to fill the void left empty by parents not caring, or who are uninterested.

Q) You helped to run Ohav's Religious School for some twenty years, then moved on to work at HANC. What

brought you back to Ohav?

A) I began working at Congregation Ohav Sholom in September of 1969 in the capacity of a teacher for five years, and the principal for the next 20. In 1994 I returned to the Yeshiva world to work at HANC as an administrator. After 13 years, I decided it was time to slow down and made the decision to retire. I happened to meet Adam Marchuck at a simcha around that juncture. He asked me what I was doing with my time besides traveling to visit grandchildren in Israel and London. I informed him that I was interested in keeping a hand in Jewish education, and he asked me if I’d



be interested in returning. The rest is history. I am so appreciative to return to the school, the synagogue and congregational family that I truly love.

Q) You've had the opportunity to educate the children of young men and women who were once students at

Ohav long ago. What is that experience like? A) Considering that I am still a young man, it is hard to believe that I have students in our Religious School

whose grandfathers were my students at RJJ. Please remember, I was just 4 years older then my students when I began my educational career. I also marvel that so many of our former students are now parents of students that we have here at Ohav, and similarly when I was with HANC. That feeling cannot be put into words. The fact that the goals we set for ourselves, which are still part of our school's mission statement, proves to us that we have succeeded as an institution.

As an educator, I appreciate that our school has made a difference in the lives of so many of our graduates. We see a continuity of our beautiful religious civilization into the next generation. We have former students who are rabbinic leaders both here and in Israel. Still others chose to become Jewish educators. Some of our alumni reside in Israel and are contributing to that country's growth. Finally, so many are actively involved with synagogues as lay leaders and congregants, both here in Merrick, and wherever else they may reside. They are bringing up their children as Jews and are making sure that they are getting a similar or better education than they were the recipients of. That is the joy and nachas I continuously get. I am so fortunate to have made this choice professionally. The reward is immense.

Q) What are the greatest differences between the Ohav school today VS the way it was in your first tenure? A) The difference, as I see it, is the change in societal norms and values and the pressures of every day life both in and

out of the home. Today's economic times demand that both parents work, thus less time is given, both quantitatively and qualitatively, to the children. Our students today are bombarded with a multitude of choices; so many activities that their heads must spin from trying to keep up with all of the demands and pressures. The Merrick-Bellmore communities are also in transition. Our school was much larger years ago. We had 2 sections on each grade level with a student population well over 300, and a high school of 90. NCSY was housed in our building and we were the beneficiaries of their events and programs. That impacted immensely on the extra-curricular activities we offered for our students.

Q) What have been your most successful programs that you've instituted at the Ohav school? A) I am most pleased about the positive attitude toward a Jewish education that our students took with them upon

graduating. The fact that so many of our students chose to continue in our High School, then in the Community Hebrew High School after it was founded 22 years ago. And still so many others opted to continue their studies in the Day School movement. This attests to the success of the many programs we instituted over the course of these many years. Programs are only as good as our teachers who carry out the philosophy of the school, so the credit must go to them; the unsung heroes and heroines who chose teaching as a career.

Q) You've mentioned to me that Jewish day school should be "fun" for students in addition to it being

educational? How do you implement fun into a Hebrew curriculum? A) Students should have fun in school regardless of what is being taught. I always felt that teachers, as facilitators of

learning, must be imaginative in how they present material and use the same guidelines when having their students research and present material. The teacher need not be the only person presenting factual information. Students can work together in small groups, and then share with their classmates. Experimentation and out of classroom experiences enhance the process. That "makes it fun."



Q) How important is the study of Israel in the religious curriculum (both historical and modern

day Israel)?

A) Both Rabbi Wohlberg and I felt strongly about this and, therefore, made this area a cornerstone of the curriculum. The State of Israel is the homeland of and for the Jewish people. It is extremely important to know where you came from in order to know where you are going. Blending both the history of the past and life in Israel today makes sense. Our participation in the Salute to Israel parade over the years, our

involvement with the Jewish National Fund, our participation in an NCSY trip that included our students as campers for a summer in Israel, as well as our contributions to

so many charities there, give our students a level of comfort toward and with our brothers and sisters who make their home there. We are proud of the fact that several of our alumni live there and are still in contact with us. So many have gone to Israel to visit as adults. Again, if we are successful in effecting an emotional connection to the curriculum, it lasts forever.

Q) It's been said that having a community Hebrew school for the Merrick-Bellmore communities was a dream of

yours from the outset. Has this dream been fully realized?

A) Absolutely! Ohav had the largest high school at the time some 22 years ago. So many of both our own students and those of the three other local synagogue schools were dropping out after their final year. The feeling was that these students, who were spending their days together in public school, could be the recipients of a Jewish education and have a place to socialize in the same building That was the impetus to this idea. We worked together as a community to make this a reality. Besides hiring professional staff, all four rabbis and principals were instructors. The students were afforded the opportunity of a diverse Jewish curriculum.

That first year we thought that if we had 120 students, we would be successful. We enrolled over 150 and have not dipped below that number since. We graduate our students at age 16. We then offer a post graduation course to those who are juniors and seniors and who wish to continue in a more intense course of study. They are able to gain college credits for those two years. We still have as many as 30 students each year who take advantage of this opportunity. Besides getting an education and learning about the different paths within Judaism, it affords our teenagers a place to socialize within the walls of a Jewish institution.

Q) Ohav Sholom promotes itself as a warm, welcoming Orthodox congregation with acceptance of people from a

wide array of backgrounds. Does the Ohav Religious School mirror this open-arms philosophy?

A) Why would it be any different? We are the only school I am aware of that accepts non-member children to attend. Besides, we concentrate on the affective, the emotional component of our religious beliefs that make it inherent to be open, warm, compassionate and understanding.

Q) What does it mean to you to be honored by Ohav at the annual dinner this year? A) I am deeply honored to be the recipient of this award since it sheds light on the wonderful accomplishments of our

school. We have always been at the forefront of the cutting edge as a school, and we’ve been recognized for our contributions to the field by the Board of Jewish Education, the Educator's Council of America, The Jewish Agency and Yeshiva University. We have been noted as a model school that has been replicated across this country. This honor gives recognition to all of us as an educational institution, which includes; the administration, the faculty, the alumni and the lay leadership. I am privileged to be part of this communal honor.



Q) What are some of your most treasured memories at Ohav? A) There are so many highlights over these many years that come to mind. My recalling

them all would fill volumes. However the short list includes, in no particular order:

Helping to create the New Opportunities Program (NOP) at the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County to accommodate graduates of our Religious School that wanted to continue their studies in a day school setting.

Ohav’s participation in the Salute to Israel Day parade for almost two decades, then winning an award this past June after a hiatus of 15 years.

Our school's involvement in the March for Soviet Jewry, and all of the students wearing bracelets for Russian Refuseniks.

The success of our Community Hebrew High School.

The many Shabbatonim, both in Merrick and in places like Silver-Spring, MD, Brookline, Mass. and Boro Park that we participated in.

That we assisted both JEP and NCSY in beginning their successful programming by allowing them to use our school as their first partners in extra-curricular activities. The two programs enhanced our children's learning through informal education.

Our school’s involvement in the International Bible Contest, and having several of our students reach the final round here in America. Pauline Fein, presently in Vov, placed third last year. The most significant was having one of our students, Dawn Friedman, win and represent all of the Day and Supplementary Schools from the United States in Israel. She placed 16th worldwide. That was a major accomplishment.

The award winning school choir that was led for so many years by Bernice Lite

We were the first Hebrew School to implement a class for educationally challenged students, and another for the physically handicapped.

Ohav Sholom had its own computer room before it was fashionable, or even on the cusp of becoming the way to assist students in their educational process.

The many events surrounding the life cycle and holidays.

The memorable graduation ceremonies and Aleph Inductions.

The Charoses Bowl that has continued without interruption over the past 37 years.

The Parent and Child Education Programs.

Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach visiting our school and entertaining our students.

Our receiving the first “School of the Year Award” by the Board of Jewish Education of Greater New York.

Dr. Isaacs, we cannot thank you enough for what you have dedicated yourself to… the impact you have on each of your students, their families, and the Jewish community is immeasurable. Our thanks to you will always pailed by the gifts you have given to us. We are forever grateful.







A MESSAGE FROM DR. MEL ISAACS

y association with Congregation Ohav Sholom began in the 1969-1970 academic year, when the New York Mets, Jets and Knicks were all crowned champions of their respective sports. Little did I know then that over the next 42 years this synagogue and school would have such a profound impact on both my professional and

personal life and would culminate in an evening such as this. As a classroom teacher in our school for the first five years, the seeds were planted, with the help of both my fellow colleagues and students, in developing a philosophy of education and a curriculum that would eventually be recognized as a model for other schools to emulate. This would culminate in our receiving the first School of the Year Award by the Board of Jewish Education of Greater New York in 1980. When appointed principal in 1974, I was given the responsibility and the challenge of developing a meaningful curriculum and a place where students would enjoy coming to learn about our beautiful Religious Civilization. It was important that they could participate in programs that would be enjoyable after spending a full day in the public schools. That was quite a challenge, but over those twenty years we continually grew in both size and stature. Permit me to be nostalgic in recalling some very special educators who made a difference in the lives of our students in those early years and who helped us into becoming an outstanding school. They included: Rabbi Bernard Helfgott (Z"L), Mrs. Esther Haimson, Mrs. Dina Schoenblum, Mrs. Selma Schulman (Z"L), Mr. Richard Auslander, Mr. Joe Werfel, Rabbi David Friedman, Mrs. Ronnie Lichter, Mr. Morton Scwartzstein, and Mrs. Carrie Wachtel, just to name a few. It also took the support of the lay leadership and the encouragement of the elected officials of the synagogue to reach this milestone evening where our school is being recognized for the impact it has made on the lives of its students. Dynamic leadership with people who made a difference in those early years included; Mr. Norton Roberts, Mr. Hershell Levine, Mr. Bill Egert, and Mr. David Schlachter, all who served the school in their role as Chairmen of the Board of Education. Two women of valor who were the backbone of the PTA, Mrs. Betty Gordon and Mrs. Lisa Spar (Z"L) did whatever was necessary to insure our school's success. Upon my return to the school three years ago after a hiatus of 14 years, the thrill of being allowed to continue what we began so many years earlier was quite inspirational. Yes, much has changed over time, but the core philosophy and values were still in place and to be able to pick up the mantle from Mr. Jack Rubel, who so successfully kept the mission alive and well over his tenure, is truly a blessing for me. To be able to reunite with Rabbi Wohlberg as in days of old was an added treat and to now move forward with Rabbi Ebbin is quite exciting. I am privileged to share this evening with seven individuals who reflect the mission statement of our school, and who, individually and collectively, reflect the many components that allow our Religious School to continue to have such a wonderful reputation. Mrs. Bernice Lite, a faculty member for 24 years, Mr. Les Grussgott, in his role of lay leadership, and our five alumni who have made a difference in the Jewish community, Mr. Michael Alexander, Dr. Deborah Cohn, Rabbi Moshe Gordon, Dr. Marlene Galinkin Luskin, and Professor Adam Schonbrun, are all representative models of what this school has strived to accomplish. I would like to thank Congregation Ohav Sholom for bestowing this special honor upon me this evening. I will always cherish this wonderful and special moment.

Dr. Mel Isaacs

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The Talmud says, “Every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers „Grow, grow‟.”

Dr. Isaacs, you are Ohav Sholom‟s angel! Thank you for instilling a love of Judaism and Israel in the children who have walked the hallways of Ohav Sholom‟s Religious School for so many years and helping them to grow into proud members of

the Jewish community.

Mazel Tov to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Sisterhood also joins the congregation in paying tribute to: Mr. Michael Alexander, Dr. Deborah Cohn, Rabbi Moshe Gordon, Mrs. Bernice Lite, Dr. Marlene Ruskin,

Professor Adam Schonbrun & Mr. Les Grussgott

Sisterhood of Congregation Ohav Sholom Sisterhood Board 2010 – 2011

President .................................................................. Fran Green Executive Vice President…… ……………………Rona Birnbaum Co-Vice Presidents, Programming .............................. Adi Baron ................................................................................ Roni Cohen Vice President, Kiddush ........................................ Robin Hauser Treasurer ............................................................... Sheri Balsam Financial Secretary ......................................... Debby Braunstein Shalach Manot Chairperson ............................ Hope Greenberg Gold Cards .......................................................... Jessica Lerner

Past Presidents

Rona Birnbaum Ann Zimmern Susan Cohen Lynda Bekore Betty Gordon Dorothy Kutz ז״ל Caryn Seifert Sari Fish Roslyn Rubin ז״ל Judy Simon Gloria Utrecht Ruth Price

Molly Strauss Edith Wolff Miriam Glass Pauline Ratzker Bobby Bernstein Edie Deane

Reba Ruthenberg Sylvia Rogowsky Eleanor Newman Hope Greenberg Joan Berkley Marlene Neuringer Rochelle Berger Miriam Baruch Barrie Segelstein ז״ל



Congratulations and Mazel Tov to Mel Isaacs and all the honorees

From the Ohav Sholom Men’s Club

Men‟s Club Board 2010 – 2011

Co-President ........................................ Kenny Duftler Co-President ............................................... Dan Seid Immediate Past President ........................... Abe Klein





BINGO COMMITTEE IRA KOLKO, CHAIRMAN

TEAM CAPTAINS BARRY BIRNBAUM DAVID DENENBERG ROB STEIN

DAVID CEPLER ADAM GREENBERG PETER TANNENBAUM MARIO WILKOWSKI

HERB ABRAMOWITZ JACOB AMOUYAL RICHARD BARTEN

RON BEKORE SUSAN BLOOMFIELD

ADAM COHEN ALLEN COHEN KEN DUFTLER BILL EGERT

ARNOLD FLEISCHER GARY FRIEDMAN

MICHELE GARTNER PHIL GLICKMAN

STEVEN GOCHMAN

MATT GOUN JACK GRABER BRIAN GREEN DAVID HAUSER JEFF HAUSER ALAN JASPER LEE KAUFMAN

SHARON & KEN KOLINSKY ELI KRAUT

MATTHEW LERNER HAROLD LEWIS

IRVING LIEBOWITZ ALAN MENDELOWITZ

RON METVINER FRAN MOSHKOVSKI

AARON NEEDLE RICHARD NEMEROFF

MICHAEL ROSENBLOOM SARAH RUBENSOHN JUDY & STEVE SIMON

GARY SKALL JEFF, MIRIAM & DANIEL SMITH

MICHAEL WAJNRAJCH ALAN & BEVERLY WEINSTEIN SEYMOUR & GLORIA WEISS

MARK WEITZ STEVEN ZANG

BERNICE ZOBACK DAVID ZWERIN

BELL JARS

NAT KING HERB LASK

BINGO KITCHEN

PENNY AMOUYAL LAUREIE FENSTERSTOCK DANIEL & JACOB MERMELSTEIN JUDY BARSKY JUDEY GELERNTER LISA SAFON

SHARON BARTEN BARRY GOCHMAN BARBARA SAKS ANDREA BERIS FREDDA LASK GAIL SKALL BRIAN BERTAN BONNIE MARKEL SHERI SMART RISE EGERT BRURIA MERMELSTEIN MILLIE WURMAN


PLATINUM SPONSOR

Mazel Tov to

Mel Isaacs and to all our honorees

Your dedication and commitment to Ohav is greatly appreciated. May you continue to inspire our

entire congregation.

Sheri, Ira, Ariel, Sara and Noah

Balsam


BRONZE SPONSOR

FROM RJJ (1952) TO

OHAV SHOLOM (2011)

FRIENDS FOR LONG TIME

MAZEL TOV!

CHARLOTTE AND PHIL BALSAM


BRONZE SPONSOR

Congratulations to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Upon his receiving this well-earned award

The Shiowitz Family






JOURNAL DINNER APRIL 3RD, 2011

In Memory of

Cantor Reuven Blum

זכר צדיק לברכה

who served as our Rosh Hashanah and Yom

Kippur Cantor for these past many years.

If you would like to make a donation in his

memory, please donate to Young Israel of Kew

Gardens Hills or to Rabbi Ebbin’s discretionary

fund with a note to direct the funds to YI of KGH.



Dr. Isaacs

You are a wonderful Principal, Boss, educator

and person! We are so proud of your honor at

this year’s dinner.

You are an inspiration to us!

Congratulations to you and the other honorees!

Love,

Allyson Casden

Bonnie Errico

Shaindy Glickman

Matis Friedman

Lisa Gelernter

Les Grussgott

Eric Kotkin

Rachel Rosenbloom

Shoshanna Zaifman





Congratulation To Dr. Mel Isaacs

on his well-deserved honor

Your commitment, Dedication, and Support

Inspire all of us at the

Merrick Community Hebrew High School

Thank you,

Faculty, Students, and Board at MCHH





Mazel Tov to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

on a well deserved honor.

Thank you for all you have done over

the years for the

Ohav Sholom Hebrew School.

Hope and Adam Greenberg



THE TRULY GENEROUS MAN IS HE WHO ALWAYS

GIVES, WHETHER IT BE MUCH OR LITTLE, BEFORE

HE IS ASKED.

Mazel Tov

Dr. Mel Isaacs

All our best,

Janice and David Cepler

Adina and Eric Lerner

Michal and Jamie Cepler

Sheryl and Aron Cepler



Dr. Isaacs you were our role model

You nurtured our souls

You held our hearts

You shaped our lives

I am who I am

because of you

Best Wishes,

Penny & Jacob Amouyal



Dear Mel,

From Cejwin Camps to Merrick and

beyond, may our lives continue to

intertwine as you enrich the lives of

others.

Love,

Cindee & Allen



Mazel Tov to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

On this well-deserved honor

Thank you for your dedication to Ohav Sholom

Rona & Barry Birnbaum

Aaron & Emily



Mazel Tov

To All the Honorees

A Special Mazel Tov

To

Dr. Mel Isaacs – Educator Supreme

Many Thanks for Educating Our Three Children

Cheryl, Robyn, and Steven Gold

With Love and Respect

Doreen and Gerald Gold



Mazel Tov

Dr Mel Isaacs

Your Dedication and Commitment to

Jewish Education

Is Unparalleled

Ohav is lucky to have you!

Congratulations to

Dr Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

Les Grussgott

And all the honorees

Sue & Mario Wilkowski

Hannah, Mia and Brian



Mel,

You have played a very

significant role in all our lives.

Thank you,

The Egerts

Rise, Bill,

Adam, Suzanne, Julia, Samuel



CONGRATULATIONS

AND

MAZEL TOV

TO

DR. MEL ISAACS

ON THIS WELL-DESERVED

RECOGNITION OF HIS MANY YEARS OF DEVOTED AND DEDICATED LEADERSHIP TO OUR SHUL AND

COMMUNITY

ROCHELLE & JESSE STRICKER

SHARON, JANET, & ALAN



In honor of

Dr. Mel Isaacs

A friend, companion, comrade, and ally for 70 years.

Thanks, Fuzzy, for your loyalty, kindness, caring and devotion through the decades.

Arlene and Yacov Goldberg (Yak)

Sue and Arther Gononsky (Genny)

Chaya and Fischel Hochbaum (Pebsi)

Esther and Eugue Roshwalb (Rags)



To Dr. Mel Isaacs,

A man with the rare gift of being able to inspire and instruct. A true teacher who touches the mind

and the heart. With loving, gratitude for your years of dedication to the Merrick Community and

to Marlene Galinkin Ruskin, a shining star in our family, who continues to nurture the next

generation of Jewish children.

May you go from strength to strength!

With love,

The Galinkin and Ruskin families



Dear Mel,

It is a pleasure and an honor to write this journal ad as Ohav Sholom pays tribute to you.

You were such a source of strength for me as we worked together while I was PTA President of HANC Plainview. Even when I was just part of the parent body, you always took the

extra time out of your busy schedule to help me, talk to me, and mentor me through all of my parenting issues.

I have tremendous respect for your integrity, diligence and compassion.

Thank you for everything you have done for my family… and indeed this is a well-deserved honor.

Mazel Tov and best wishes

Love, Norma Hill and the Hill and Needle families



To

Dr. Mel Isaacs

From

Marnina & Henry Tawil

Thanks for your valuable services to

Congregation Ohav Sholom

And

To Our Family

Honor Well Deserved

Always Grateful



Dear Dr. Mel Isaacs,

It is said that the flowers of tomorrow come from

the seeds we have planted today. The children

you have touched with your kindness and

knowledge will yield a brighter future. Thank you

for your wisdom and dedication to them.

We wish you and Goldie a future filled with good

health, happiness, and peace for all.

Arlene and Dan Lewis

Nadine, Helayne, Andrew, and Stewart



Mazel Tov To

Dr. Mel Issacs

and Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

You are so deserving of this honor. We wish you the very best always,

Fredda & Herb Lask



Congratulations

On a

Well-deserved Honor

Thank you for being part of our

Children’s Jewish Education

The Ratzker Family



Our very best wishes to an outstanding person

Mel Isaacs

We express our gratitude for his outstanding efforts on behalf of Jewish

Education.

Sandy & Irwin Duftler and Family



In Honor of Dr. Mel Isaacs’

Many years of service &

dedication

To Ohav Sholom

and looking forward to

many more years with the next

generation of Litmans

Susan & Nat Litman & family



Mazel Tov to All The Honorees.

Thank you for all

you’ve done for

our beloved Shul!

With much appreciation,

Molly & Mark Strauss



MAZEL TOV to

DR. MEL ISAACS

Thanks for the important role you have

played

in 2 generations of Marchucks!

We are so glad that you are the Principal

of our Ohav Sholom Religious School.

Yasher koach!!

Debbie, Adam, Jeremy, Noah & Samuel

Marchuck



Mazel Tov to:

Dr. Mel Isaacs! A most deserved honor to an outstanding, innovative educator and caring supporter and friend to the Merrick community, Ohav Sholom, and all of our family!

Ms. Bernice Lite! Your years of service to Ohav Sholom instilled the joy of Hebrew song in our youth!

Mr. Les Grussgott! Thank you for your years of dedication to the youth of our community!

The outstanding Alumni who were nurtured by Dr. Isaacs and the OHAV SHOLOM RELIGIOUS SCHOOL!

We are so delighted and proud that Adam Schonbrun has been recognized among them. His creative expression, deep love of Israel and his cultural heritage can be traced directly to Rabbi Wohlberg, Mel Isaacs and the Ohav Sholom family.

With Love,

Janet Schonbrun David Schonbrun Paul Schonbrun

Felice Gold and families



Mazel To

To

Dr. Mel Isaacs

On Your Contribution To

The Jewish Education

of our Youth

Sincerely,

Alison & Stuart Siegel



Dr. Mel Isaacs

Mazel Tov

And

Best Wishes

Lillian & David Hirsch



Our warmest best wishes

and Mazel Tov

to

Mel Isaacs

On this well-deserved honor.

Liza & Izzy Herzberg



Yasher Koach

&

Mazel Tov

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Ilana, Jay, Ayelet & Deanna

Greenblatt



Our Warmest best wishes to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Honored Alumni

Ms. Bernice Lite

Mr. Les Grussgott

Who have brought positive recognition to

the Ohav Sholom Religious School

With Sincere Appreciation –

Chichi And Len Brumberg



Mazel Tov

Dr. Isaacs on this well-deserved honor!

Mazel Tov to all the Honorees

Mr. Michael Alexander; Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn,

Dr. Marlene Galinkin Ruskin,

Rabbi Moshe Gordon, Professor Adam Schoenbrun,

Ms. Bernice Lite, Mr. Les Grussgott

Yasher Koach Dr Isaacs

It has been an absolute pleasure having you in our

Hebrew School.

With best regards

The Sternbach Family



בוטמזל to our Honoree

Dr. Mel Isaacs

and to each of our award winners

Mr. Michael Alexander Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn Dr. Marlene Galinkin Ruskin

Rabbi Moshe Gordon Mr. Less Grussgott

Ms. Bernice Lite Professor Adam Schonbrun

You inspire us with your commitment to Torah, dedication to Ohav,

service to our community, and education of our children!

Robin, David, Ian, and Logan Hauser



Congratulations to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Seth, Ellen,

Jonathan and Rachel Miller



Mazal Tov to Dr. Mel Isaacs

On this well-deserved honor

And thank you for all your years

of great service to

Congregation Ohav Sholom

Mazal Tov and Yasher Koach also to:

Michael Alexander

Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

Marlene Galinkin Ruskin

Rabbi Moshe Gordon

Adam Schonbrun

Bernice Lite

Les Grussgott

Dalia Lisker, Ari Jurmann

Noa, Zoe and Joshua



Congratulations to our honoree,

Dr. Mel Isaacs

And to all the other honorees, who

stand as testaments to Dr. Isaacs

extraordinary impact

***

The Gartners

Michele, Ken

Adam, Sam and Jonathan



The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. (William A. Ward)

Mazel Tov to a great teacher Dr. Mel Isaacs

Thanks for helping to shape our world.

May you continue to be a wonderful source of inspiration at Ohav for years to come.

Mazel Tov to all the recipients of the Dr. Mel Isaacs Award of Excellence.

Belle Hecht Sheila Hecht Hersch & Family

Rebecca Hecht Moldwin & Family



Adam, Suzanne, Julia and Samuel Egert wish Dr. Mel Isaacs all the best and

congratulations on his most well deserved and long overdue honor.

You have touched our families’ lives in the most important of ways...

Our words cannot express that which you have

always exemplified.....

What it means to be a human and a Jew.

Mazel Tov The Egerts



Mazel Tov

On Your Well Deserved Honor

Elaine & Michael Richheimer and Family



Mazel Tov to Dr Mel Isaacs on this much deserved honor.

Dr Isaacs has become a legend in the annals of Jewish Education in his own time.

We would like to thank him for the tremendous influence he had on all three of our children.

Dr Isaacs always found the time to deal with the need of

each and every student and their families.

Mazel Tov to all the other honorees on their much deserved recognition.

Mazel Tov to Ohav Sholom for supporting such an

outstanding school for so many years.

Julie & Joel Yohay











Mazal Tov to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

and the well deserving award winners

Mr. Michael Alexander Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn Dr. Marlene Galinkin Ruskin

Rabbi Moshe Gordon Mr. Les Grussgott Ms. Bernice Lite

Professor Adam Schonbrun

We appreciate all that you do!

Jeff, Phyllis, Dani, Bryan, Mia, and Romeo Hauser



מזל טוב



Mazal Tov to Dr. Isaacs

on this well deserved honor.

You are an exceptional educator and "mensch"

Jonathan & Lisa (Joffe) Schechter

Sarah, Ally and Jackson



Mazel Tov

Mel Isaacs and

the honorees

Fran and Herb Alexander



In loving memory Of

Lisa Spar

From the Spar family

Marty

Kathleen and Steve

Wendy and Jeff

Isabella Rose Alexa Paige

Lori and Brett

Zoe Bliss Eden Joy



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"Tell me and I forget.

Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." –

Benjamin Franklin

To our dear Dr Isaacs aka Daddy aka Zeidy Mel

Congratulations on this well deserved honor. Thinking of you tonight from across the pond.

We are so proud of you.

Love Susan, Adam, Benjamin and Rachel

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To our Father and Zaydee

Mel lsaacs

We are so proud of you You are full of love and stories, strength and generosity.

May Hashem give you the health to continue with all that you do until 120 years.

We LOVE you.

Dvorah, Yamin, Amichai, Chana Gila, Yedidya, Hananel, Shira and

Eliyahu Mordechai (your namesake) Joey and Bonnie

Aviva, Barry, Gabi, Talia, Daniella, Ayelet Elana, Howie, Elnatan and Ozriel

Mazal Tov To

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Educator, Leader, Mentor, Friend

Our family has been enriched by our personal and professional relationship. May you continue to be an inspiration to Jewish

children and their teachers

Love,

Debbie, Eddie & the entire Simpser clan

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An Honor So Well Deserved

We Love You.

Edie Deane and Family

Mazel Tov To the Honorees

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Mr. Michael Alexander Dr. Deborah Cohen

Dr. Marlene Galinkin Ruskin Rabbi Moshe Gordon

Professor Adam Schonburn Ms. Bernice Lite

Mr. Less Grussgott

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Mazel Tov and Best Wishes to

Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

Michele, Steven, Sylvie & Sarah Moscovitz

No one deserves to be honored more than

Dr. Mel Isaacs For all he has done for Jewish Education

Schaye & Malka Schonbrun

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Mazel Tov to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Thank you for your years of service to our shul

Yasher Koach to our friends Deborah Cohn & Les Grussgott

Love,

Cara & David Denenberg & Family

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In Honor of Mel Isaacs Our rabbis teach us

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Mel, you have been both mentor and dear friend and we truly treasure our

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With Love and respect, Lisa and Peretz Hochbaum

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“Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration”

Steven & Muriel Cohen

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Mazel Tov, Dr. Mel Isaacs

A well-deserved honor.

And a Special thanks from me, for being there for my family.

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Mel Isaacs הכבודכל

You have made your mark as a Jewish educator, contributor to keeping the Jewish people alive, and

as a Mensch – a decent human being. Our family and our community are richer from your

influence. Thank you for all you have done.

טובמזל The Zimmern Family

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Congratulations to Dr. Mel Isaacs

Best Wishes to Congregation Ohav Sholom for Continued Success

Senator Fuschillo

In honor of Dr. Mel Isaacs

Thank you for your dedication and tireless

efforts on behalf of Congregation Ohav Sholom

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Congratulations to Mel Isaacs

Welcome Rabbi Ebbin

Best Wishes for Continued Success for Congregation Ohav Sholom

Myrna and Dr. Sheldon Elfenbein Kathryn and Dr. Jeffrey Elfenbein

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Mazel Tov and best wishes to Dr. Mel Isaacs!

We are thankful for your leadership, enthusiasm and most of all your

kindness! You are a tremendous asset to our Hebrew School and

congregation.

Ilissa, Ben and Gabrielle Schoenberg

Mazel Tov to our good friend, Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohen, on this

wonderful honor.

Your Jewish awareness is such a positive reflection of our Hebrew school

and synagogue. Your efforts in promoting Ohav are amazing!

Congratulations to you and to your parents Hilda, Alan, your husband,

Barry and your daughters Betty and Jocelyn!

Ilissa, Ben and Gabrielle Schoenberg

Mazel Tov to a

most deserving individual

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Tikvah and Ken Levin

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Congratulations to Professor Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

Fondly,

Joan & Howard Esterces

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR “PRINCIPAL” HONOREE

Dr. MEL ISAACS

For a Lifetime of Work in Jewish Education

And to Our Dedicated Hebrew School Honorees

Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn, Prof. Adam Schonbrun, Les Grussgott, Bernice Lite,

Marlene Galinkin, Rabbi Moshe Gordon, Michael Alexander

from

Steven and Kathleen Spar

Jeffrey Spar and Dr. Wendy Jeshion

Lori and Brett Carnot

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In Honor of

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Long In Coming & So Well-Deserved

Gail Daitch

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Mazel Tov Dr. Isaacs,

My “1% Inspiration.”

I’m honored to be sharing

in your honor.

Marlene Galinkin Ruskin

Mazel Tov

To

The Best of the Best

Honey Kuhl and Family

Mazel Tov Mel and your Ayshes

Chayil Goldie

Norman & Rachel Gluckstein

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In Honor of Dr. Deborah Cohn

Daughter of Our Dear Friends,

Hilda & Alan Yanofsky

Carole & Marv Abrams Gail & Karl Bernstein

Hal & Irene Rosenfeld

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Dr. Isaacs:

Mazel Tov and thank you for your help &

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Dan Seid

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Dr. Mel Isaacs

You truly deserve this honor for your wonderful

contribution to our Shul for many years. We cherish the memories we have of you.

Sam & Trudy Adwar

Sons: Michael & Gary Adwar Daughter: Lauren Breslauer

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IN HONOR OF OUR COUSIN DR.

MEL ISAACS

We rejoice with the generations of children and adults you have impacted:

through your inspiring leadership

through your love of Torah

through your לב טוב.

Your loving "shepping nachas" cousins,

Harriet Cortell, Judy Nevel, and

Jerry and Goldye Kopmar

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מזל טוב

Dr Issacs and all the honorees

Especially to our friend Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohen

Jessica & Matthew Lerner

Shira Chaya & Kaleb

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Mazel Tov!!

Kudos For Helping to Further Jewish Education

Paula Cohen

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Mazel Tov Dr. Mel Isaacs

on this well deserved honor.

May you go from strength to

strength!

Rabbi Shimon & Chanie Kramer Chabad Center for Jewish LIfe

Best Wishes to Dr. Mel Isaacs

Trudy and Sam

Adwar

Congratulations, thanks and warmest wishes to

Dr. Mel Isaacs

Whose generous spirit and educational leadership has

enriched the lives of our children many times, over many years.

Janet and Jeff Bienenfeld

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Mazel Tov to Dr. Mel Isaacs on this well deserved

honor.

Cali and Moshe Orenbuch

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Deborah Y. Cohn, and all the honorees on this well deserved

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Mazel Tov to our Mom, Dr. Deborah Y. Cohn. Thank you for your involvement in Ohav Sholom

Religious School and making our Jewish Education possible.

Love, Betty and Jocelyn Cohn

Mazel Tov to Dr. Mel Isaacs, an

amazing educator, principal and friend. Thank you for inspiring me,

when I was a student at Ohav Sholom Hebrew School, and for inspiring our children, Betty and

Jocelyn.

From, Mr. Barry and Dr. Deborah Cohn

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We join Congregation Ohav Sholom In honoring a distinguished fellow educator, principal, and esteemed

colleague.

Dr. Mel Isaacs

A true pillar and supporter of excellence in Jewish Education and a most trustworthy professional and

close friend.

Fondly, Rabbi Yeshayahu & Dvora Greenfeld

Congratulations to Mel Isaacs

An Outstanding Educator

And A Wonderful Person

Gila and Jerry Fortinsky

Mazel Tov

A Wonderful Educator An Amazing Human Being

A Real Mench

We Love You,

Joan and Ken

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תודה רבהוהצלחה ברכה Dr. Mel Isaacs

Hebrew School Honorees

We thank you for your dedication and commitment to our synagogue and wish

you continued success.

Linda, Brian Matthew, Benjamin & Daniel

Bertan

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Mazel Tov

To Mel Isaacs and

all the honorees

Mark Jutsen

Visit www.ohav.org to see the journal online and learn

more about Congregation Ohav Sholom

Mazel Tov to Dr Mel Isaacs on this well deserved

recognition Charles & Yetta Marchuck-

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From a family deeply touched by your work at Birch, Ohav and HANC

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Mazel Tov to all the honorees and our dear friend

Dr. Deborah Yanofsky Cohn

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Love Arielah & Family

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Dr. Mel and Goldie Isaacs

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In my 30 years as a teacher, Dr. Mel Isaacs was my favorite

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This is a well deserved recognition!

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Sheri & Ira Balsam & Family .................................... 17 Quarter Page

Access Staffing ......................................................... 92 Al's Tire World ....................................................... 101 Bagel Boss .............................................................. 101 Barry Cohn & American Portfolios Financial Services100 Bella Notte ............................................................. 101 Ben's ........................................................................ 97 Bingo Bugle .............................................................. 94 Brian & Linda Bertan & Family ............................... 105 Cali & Moshe Orenbuch ......................................... 100 Carole & Marv Abrams, Gail & Karl Bernstein, Hal &

Irene Rosenfeld .................................................... 92 Chabad Center for Jewish LIfe ................................. 99 Cortell, Nevel, & Kopman ........................................ 97 D&P Auto Sales ........................................................ 94 Dan Seid ................................................................... 94 East Bay Diner .......................................................... 93 Flower After Flower, Inc. ....................................... 101 Fytography ............................................................. 105 Garrison Protective Services .................................... 96 George Tung, M.D. ................................................... 93 Gila & Jerry Fortinsky ............................................. 104 Honey Kuhl & Family................................................ 91 Hunki's Plainview ................................................... 102 Janet & Jeff Bienenfeld ............................................ 99 John C. Romero, State Farm Insurance ................... 94

King Kullen ............................................................... 95 Lerner Family........................................................... 98 Long Island Opticians .............................................. 98 Margaret Biegelman ............................................... 95 Mark D. Knoll, D.D.S., M.S. ...................................... 93 Marlene Galinkin Ruskin ......................................... 91 Melrose Credit Union ............................................ 102 Merrick Ace's ........................................................... 98 Merrick Flower Shoppe ........................................... 99 Mickey Metviner, P.D. ............................................. 93 MMG ..................................................................... 103 Mr. Barry & Dr. Deborah Cohn ............................. 100 Mutts & Butts .......................................................... 97 Natural Fence ........................................................ 102 NCFJE Chabad ........................................................ 105 Norman & Rachel Gluckstein .................................. 91

Otto's Sea Grill ......................................................... 95 Pat's Farms ............................................................... 97 Paul Conte Cadillac ................................................ 103 Paula Cohen ............................................................. 98 R & U Auto Body .................................................... 100 Rabbi Yeshayahu & Dvora Greenfeld .................... 104 Rochelle & Ron Peretz ............................................. 92 Sam & Trudy Adwar & Family .................................. 95 Slomin's .................................................................... 96 Stifel Nicolaus ........................................................ 103 Strickoff Financial Services ...................................... 92 Supersol ................................................................... 96 Trudy & Sam Adwar ................................................. 99 Valerie & Allen Kolko ............................................... 91 W&E Baum ............................................................... 96 Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology ...................................... 103

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