A Teen Cause That Resonates T he power of community is unbelievable," says Rabbi Paul Yedwab of Temple Israel in West Bloomfield. His son Jesse, 15, led the youth effort and also performed at the May 24 "Banding Together" event that continues to raise money for the temple's new Yaldeinu Fund for chil- dren orphaned in Detroit's Jewish community. So far, the event that drew 800 participants and volunteers to hear a dozen teen musical acts has raised more than $45,000. "I've never seen anything like it before — and it was mostly a teen effort,' Yedwab said. "Amazing." Members of Temple's Yom Sheini band were catalysts for the musical event, which grew to involve teens from B'nai B'rith Youth Organization, ATID (Alliance of Teens in Detroit), Musician Grace Jessop performs at the the Frankel Jewish Academy in West "Banding Together" concert. Bloomfield and others. matic decision to make them officially Teen leaders were motivated to part of our family" help two of their own — Evan, 13, The money raised at the May 24 and Emily Fischer, 11, who lost both event will augment the Tarnases' parents in the last four years. At their income and savings to help them ade- father Rob's request, the Fischer kids quately care for all of their children. are being raised by neighbors Susie The Sosnick Family Life Center at and Christopher Tarnas, who have two Temple Israel continues to coordinate sons, Skyler, 14, and Dylan, 11. in-kind donations for the family. "They've been so part of our lives': To make a donation, please contact says Susie Tarnas. "Our house was (248) 661-5700. their second home. It was an auto- Complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling as well as Furniture design and installations including granite, wood and other materials. Lois Haron Allied Member ASIA 248.851.6989 EAGLE MARBLE & GRANITE 49763 Leona Dr. • Chesterfield,Twp., MI • eaglemarblegranite.com CUS 0 STONE 0 akland County-based Tamarack Camps has announced its slate of officers and candidates to fill board of director positions. The election will be held at Tamarack's annual meeting Sunday, Aug. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. at Camp Maas in Ortonville. Shelley Hutton will continue as president, beginning her second year. Vice presidential candidates are Frank Ellias, first vice president, and Darren Findling, vice president. Michael Lippitt is nominated as treasurer for the second year and Howard Morof is nominated as secretary. Nominees slated for their first, two- year board term: Ilana Glazier, Linda Ishbia, Joseph Lash, Kathryn Lenter FINEST! VISIT OUR SHOWROOM!! " HUGE IN-STOCK INVENTORY! Visit Our Showroom to Get the Lowest Direct Pricing!" Many Local References Hrs: M-F 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 H: dm) 4211112 Estimates FAX: (58G) 42141915 Free and Janet Loesberg. Nominee slated for a first, three-year board term: Bob Sher. Nominees slated for their second, three-year board term: Stephanie Aronow, Tom Begres, Rachel Ellis, Brian Gendelman, David Goldman, Steve Goodman, Hilary Haber, Nick Hersh, Roger Honet, Michael Lippitt, Robb Lippitt, Elizabeth Sollish, and Rabbi Paul Yedwab. The following board members will conclude their service in August: Geoff Kretchmer, Nancy Komer Stone, Beth Swartz and Nancy Rosen Triest. Frank Ellias is this year's nomi- nating committee chairperson. Additional members of the commit- tee included Susan Langnas Feber, Robb Lippitt, Marty Maddin, Mitch Rosenwasser and Elizabeth Sollish. ❑ info@eaglemarblegranite.com Cali us today for a free powerwashing estimate! per sq. II. •Countertops •Bars 20 Colors to Choose from •Fireplaces & More II EAGLE MARBLE & GRANITE 586-421-1912 •Kitchen & Vanity With coupon. Not valid with any other otters. Exp. 011109 Sinks in Stock INSTALLED ❑ Tamarack Slate Named a panne Special Reifiant S 'poem 0 :per Sq. INSTALLED Smaller Jobs EAGLE MARBLE & GRANITE 586.421-1912 With coupon. Not valid with any other otters. Exp. 811109 n 5ao [D POWERWASHING & SURFACE RESTORATION Commercial & Residential Powerwashing • Deck Restoration • Docks, Gazebos • Vinyl, Aluminum, Cedar Siding • Interior and Exterior Painting • We will leave your home & deck looking clean & beautiful. • We use cleaners which will not only clean the surface, but also resist future mildew growth. • We rinse away all of our debris. Now Offering Senior Citizen Discount! Call Us At • Concrete Garage Floors & Driveways •Walkways & Patios • Brick Paver Cleaning & Sealing 248-504-8176 We'll beat any competitor's price! Special $99 Deck Powerwash Up to 500 sq. ft 250 extra per sq. ft. for add'I surface. Add] charges may apply. $25 OFF Clean & Seal Additional charges may apply. Special $299 Deck Sealed with TWP Up to 500 sq. ft. 550 extra per sq. ft. for addl surface. 1410110 June 25 2009 All