Going Above and Beyond Typical Orthodontists Ask the Orthodontist Eliana Rachel Herman, daughter of Judith and Bruce Herman, will cel- ebrate her bat mitz- vah as she reads from the Torah at Temple Israel in West Herman Bloomfield Saturday, March 21. She is the sister of Natalie. Her proud grandparents are Ophelia and Leonard Herman. She is also the grandchild of the late Davida and the late Nathan Barris. Eliana attends Orchard Lake Middle School in West Bloomfield. Among her many mitzvah projects, she felt volun- teering at the Michigan Animal Rescue League was the most meaningful. Adam Blake Katzman will lead the congregation at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Friday, March 20, as he celebrates his bar mitzvah. He is Katzman the son of Nancy Katzman and David Katzman and the brother of Jordan and Rachel. Sharing in the simchah with much pride will be his grandparents Lois and Paul Katzman and Maddie and Sid Forbes. Adam is a student at Berkshire Middle School in Birmingham. Among his many mitzvah projects, he felt help- ing with monthly bingo games for JARC residents was the most meaningful. I Justin Harrison Rosen will celebrate his bar Mitzvah at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Saturday, March 21. He is the son of Julie and Jeff Rosen Rosen and the brother of Maya. Sharing in the simchah will be his grandparents Marsha Hoffert, Ronna and Myles Hoffert, and Marlene and Ron Rosen as well as great-grand- mothers Mitzi Barnett and Fannie Rosen. He is also the great-grand- child of the late Bernard Greenberg. Justin is a student at Covington School in Birmingham. His most meaningful mitzvah project is his elective at school that enables him to work twice a week children who are autistically impaired. Alex Bradley Stone, son of Stephanie and Jeffrey Stone, will be called to the Torah as a bar mitzvah on Saturday, March 21, at Temple Emanu-El in Oak Park. He is the brother of Jacob. Alex's proud grand- parents are Zelda and Jerry Stone and Gerald Goudsmit. He is also the grandson of the late Pearl Goudsmit. Alex is a student at Norup International School in Oak Park. His most meaningful mitzvah project was running a toy drive for the Detroit- based Karmanos Cancer Institute, where over 500 toys were donated for the children's Treasure Chest, provid- ing new, unwrapped toys to children in the Cancer Center and those in the waiting area. More B'nai Mitzvah • Congregation Shaarey Zedek Southfield — Michael David Mayer, son of Helen Mayer and Jeffrey Mayer (Saturday). • Temple Beth El, Bloomfield Township — Albortz Bral, son of Drs. Roxana Hakimzadeh and Kamiz Bral (Saturday). • Temple Shir Shalom, West Bloomfield — Harrison Wermuth, son of Susan Nest and Marc Wermuth (Friday); Eliza Firestone, daughter of Liliana Ciccodicola and Joseph Firestone (Saturday). Being an orthodontist is, in our opinion the greatest occupation imaginable. We don't use the word job because, although it is a responsibility, its also a pleasure...and to be guile honest, also a lot of fun! Becoming involved in kid's lives and watching them grow and mature generates tremendous gratification. Changing someone's appearance for the better and seeing his or her self-esteem increase, is a true delight. In our office, we all try to go that extra mile, and not only make kid's feel comfortable with the environment we have created, but work constantly in boosting their self worth and esteem. We want them to grow both physically and emotionally. It is an opportunity to influence others positively and make our community a better place. Both Dr. Hersh and Dr. Beattie recognize the importance of community involvement. They both live in the lakes area and have become involved with the local school districts. They share a passion for education and volunteer both time and finances to improve local education, both public and private. We participate in medical mentorship programs and allow local adolescents to "job shadow." Dr. Hersh is also a member of the West Bloomfield school board and enjoys showing kids how science is utilized outside the office by giving science presentations and participating in career day activities. Dr. Nelson iriersn and Dr. Marsha Bealfie Licensed Specialists for Children & Adults West Bloomfield Commerce Township 248.926.4100 Community responsibilities don't end with schools but go beyond. By becoming involved with sports leagues, school teams of varying types, extra-curricular activities, gymnastic gyms, dance studios, etc. we recognize the importance of being involved with kids, generate opportunities for them, and help to make a difference in their lives. Drs. Hersh and Beattie and their staff also want to thank all our patients and their families for giving us the honor and opportunity to be a part of your lives, and create beautiful smiles along the way! If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Hersh or Dr. Beattie at the newest state of the art orthodontic facility in West Bloomfield/Commerce Township at (248) 926-4100. 248-926-4100 ,-„ hershorthodontics.com 1468720 Come taKe a peeK at the Pitt CDC and enjoy a FREE day of family fun! gilljjaV Crafts o Puppet shows Music a Cooking .0 Bouncers Storytelling a Face painting 0 Popcorn o Hebrew language Science activities See what amazing opportunities await your children (ages 6 and younger) at the Pitt CDC. Get a tour of our facilities and meet our teachers! < __A lgC3Fine 03ZFR about special savings for the 2009 school year! Mazel Toy! Submissions Mazel To!v announcements are welcomed for members of the Jewish community. Births, engagements, weddings and anniversaries with a color photo can appear at the cost of $10 each. Anniversaries should be in five-year increments. There is no charge for bar or bat mitzvahs or 90th or greater birthdays. For information go online to JNonline.us ; see Lifecycles on the left and under that, submission guidelines. You may also call Sy Manello, (248) 351-5147, to obtain a mailed or e-mailed copy of the guides. Sunday March ZZ from 3-5 p.m. Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit D. Dan & Betty Kahn Building Eugene & Marcia Applebaum Jewish Community Campus 6600 W. Maple Road • West Bloomfield, MI 48322 • www.jccdet.org For more information, please call the Pitt CDC, 248.432.5582 Sarah d Irving Pitt ■ 3NAM :111 3'q CAdDevelaDmentCen'er T H E C E N T E R 1492860 March •19 N 2009 C41