/\ JPM 810-967-4030 15110 W. 10 Mile Rd., Oak Park 48237 Maple/Drake 810-661-1000 6600 W. Maple, West Bloomfield 48322 A Generous Gift, A Beautiful Memory A fter reading an arti- cle in the Jewish News that ex- plained how the Jewish Com- munity Center's Library was closing due to a lack of fund- ing, a caring Ray Zimmerman called to help out. His gener- ous gift of $10,000 enabled the Center to reopen the doors of the Library once again. Mr. Zimmerman, who con- tributes to seven other pro- grams at the Center, believed this gift would further honor Left to Right: Seated - Lee Kepes, Friends of the Library his wife Atara's memory. "I Co-Chair, Ray Zimmerman, Susie Rosenzveig, wanted this gift to assist the Friends of the Library Co-Chair JCC, where I am a life long Standing - Stuart Kepes and Center Librarian, member, and to help the com- Vivian Honig munity by opening the doors the other Friends of the Library of such a wonderful place. I know Patrons, we were able to hire Vi- Atara would have truly enjoyed vian Honig to staff the Library and this." oversee the many volunteers who "Without this gift, the doors of donate their time to the Library. the Library would remain closed", We anticipate being able to keep said Chris Lewis, JCC Director of our Library open 40 to 50 hours Operations. She continues on, per week by this Fall, which is a "Thanks to Mr. Zimmerman and very exciting prospect!" The Jewish Community Center Fitness PrOS T he Fitness Staff in the Health Club personify the word professional. These men and women are very know- ledgeable in the areas of health and wellness and are ever present in the fitness center. They are very easy to spot in their red coats. So, if you are in need of establishing a workout program, refining one, or simply have a question about a piece of equipment, ask a pro. The JCC Fitness Staff Pros are also excited about offering the JCC Health Club members an all in- clusive health and fitness screen- ing program. The screening process covers numerous impor- tant areas. Initially, a health histo- ry profile is done. This is followed by an assessment of cardiovascu- lar fitness, body composition, strength, endurance and flexibili- ty. The Fitness Staff Pro will then review and answer questions about the tests. Further, informa- tion about nutrition and the ben- efits of exercise will be explained in a clear and concise manner. Be sure to see one of the JCC Fitness Pros to set up an appointment. Your direct line to the Maple/Drake Health Club (810) 661-5214. Tisha B'Av Sunday, August 6, 1995 isha B'Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, o 1 is a tragic date on the Jew- ', ish calendar. It is a day of mourn- ', o ing that marks the destruction of both the first and second Temple LLJ = 1— in Jerusalem. Many other sad hap- penings have also taken place on Tisha B'Av. 86 It was on that date in 1290 that King Edward I of England signed the decree expelling the Jews from England. It was also on that date in 1492 that the Jews were ex- pelled from Spain. Next to Yom Kippur, (a Biblical holiday), Tisha B'Av, (a post Biblical holiday), is the most important fast day in the Jewish calendar. If you can't stand the heat, come inside. Special Health Club memberships! While we all enjoy the warmer months, there are times when exercising outdoors just isn't good for you. Excessive heat and humidity can make even relaxed exercise a chore or a strain on you. It's great to have the op- tion of an indoor workout, and then relax by our fantastic outdoor pool. JOIN THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER SUMMER HEALTH CLUB Last asvce AT LAST YEAR'S PRICES! foY -1-995 July 30- 9:30 a.m. — Bubbie, Zaydie & Me July31 - 9:30 a.m. — Basketball Camp through August 4 August 1-September 4 $125 for ages 30 and over $50 for ages 18-29 • Exclusive Fitness Center with State-of-the-Art Exercise Equipment • Steam, Sauna & Whirlpools • Indoor and Outdoor Pools, and Tracks • Aerobics and Personal Trainers • Racquetball, Squash, Volleyball, Tennis, Soft- ball, Walleyball, Basketball • Hair Salon, Manicurist, Massage, Laundry Service & Private Solariums • some restrictions apply • equipment & facilities may vary between locations This Week At. . . Maple/Drake En) 10:00 a.m. — Men's Club Meeting 10:00 a.m. — Medicare In- formation 7:00 p.m. — Drop - in Contract Party Bridge M In ti • enerational Russian M oir Makes Men y Music in Many Languages he Jewish Commu- nity Center's Inter- generational Russian Choir, established through the Center's "Genera tions Together" program, which is fund- ed by a Max M. Fisher Foundation grant, was started in the fall of 1994 at JPM. Larissa Matusova, di- rector of the choir, and Ludmila Lebedinsteva, accompanist, have brought together new American seniors and youth to share the love of music and to help ac- quaint the younger generation with songs of their heritage. The choir began with only a few participants and now has over 30 members who are learning a var- ied repertoire of songs in many languages including Russian, English, Hebrew and Yiddish., They rehearse twice weekly at JPM on Monday and Friday af- ternoons at 4:00 p.m. Larisa Matusova, the choir di- rector, is a graduate of the Music College and the State Music Uni- versity in Kishinev with a degree in Conducting and Piano Teach- ing. She conducted 2 children's choirs in a Kiev Music school for 28 years. The choirs performed in the former Soviet Union and abroad. Ludmila Lebedinsteva attend- ed a special music school at the August/ - 1:00 p.m. -- Hearing Loss Support Group August 2 - 10:00 a.m. — L'Dor v"Dor 7:30 p.m. — "Jack and the Beanstalk" August 3 - 10:00 a.m. — Memories of World War II 12:30 p.m. — Drop-In Con- tract Party Bridge 1:00 p.m. — Learn to Play Pan - 4 sessions, call to reg- ister University of Ufa in Bashknirian in the Ural Mountains and then she went to the Musical College of Ufa and graduated in piano performing. She also worked as a concertmaster for performers and choirs and taught guitar. Before she left the former Soviet Union she organized a Yiddish children's ensemble in which the partici- pants sang, danced and played instruments. The choir has recently begun performing and has appeared at the JCC/Russian War Veteran Commemoration of the end of World War II. The Fonarik (Russ- ian Newspaper) birthday party and at the JCC Annual meeting - all to rave reviews. They are anx- ious to expand their performance schedule and would welcome in- quiries. Please call Rivka Latin- skaya, the Center's Russian Acculturation staff person at 967- 4030 if interested in participating in the choir or arranging a per- formance. July30 - 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. — T-ball games 1:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. — Coach/Pitch-Tams vs Parents Avery Field July 31 - 12:30 p.m. — Bingo 6:30 p.m. Summer Sun- downers Parents and Pre-schoolers Jewish Fairy Tales August 3- 1:00 p.m. — Rabbi Avie Shapiro - Learn about Tisha B'Av August 4 - 12:00 noon JPM honors volunteers at luncheon —