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Brandeis Beat May, 2011

Overheard at the Bookmark Cocktail Party: "What a great house and such gracious hosts" "The food was gorgeously delicious" "It was so much fun meeting the authors in person"

Overheard at the Book and Author Luncheon - and we quote: “Sean McLaughlin was a delight and a real keeper.” “There wasn't a dry eye at my table when Gerda Klein spoke.” “I just loved Jane Green.” “We learned so much from Michael Hiltzik.” “David Eisenhower was smart and charming.” “Mary Jane Clark was so delightful.” “Harry Hamlin was a hoot!”

Quotes from the authors: “I had a feeling that when I agreed to speak at the event it would be great, and I wasn't wrong!” David Eisenhower...”I really appreciate the opportunity to speak to such a group of intelligent readers.” Jane Green and Mary Jane Clark... ”I want to do as much as I can for Brandeis University.” Gerda Klein... “This was so much fun for me and I enjoyed reading all the books.” Sean McLaughlin

Overheard while cruising the shopping areas: “We loved shopping at the Boutiques and Silent Auction and the room looked like spring in bloom.” Guests and members in the audience... ”This year I asked five people to join me at my table. Next year I am going to fill a table.” a Brandeis Life Member... ”The authors were great and the timing of the event was perfect.” Brandeis Members... ”I didn't know about some of the authors but after I heard them speak, I purchased their books, and used my coupon!” a Brandeis Member... ”I loved the introduction video and finding out about Brandeis University.” a guest

Quote from the Book and Author Chairmen Carol Kern and Sue Karp: “One of the reasons we love working on this event is because of all the fabulous committee chairmen and volunteers. Without your loyalty, support, dedication and commitment the Book and Author Events would not be the huge success they are. We truly enjoyed working with each and every one of you and we hope you are as pleased as we are with the results of Book and Author 2011. Our sincere appreciation and thanks to all for jobs well done both large and small."

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President’s Message Dear Members, While writing this column, outside on my patio, I come to reflect on what a wonderful year this has been for me, and for the chapter. Birds are chirping, cacti are blooming, and we sit here in our little paradise while the world is in turmoil. Through Brandeis University we are preparing the leaders for the next generation. Daniel Shapiro' 91 who will be the new US Ambassador to Israel, is a graduate of Brandeis. The new President of Brandeis, Fred Lawrence, continues to provide the excellent leadership of his predecessors. The Jewish community in Phoenix is in financial crisis. Our chapter helps those in need through a variety of projects: the Paradise Valley Emergency Food Bank, our "Knit a Mitzvah" project and we are planning more community service projects. At our Meet and Greet, Rabbi Darren Kleinberg mentioned that those Photo by Harvey Simon organizations that have a mission will be the ones that survive in this climate. Read our Mission Statement and you will understand why our chapter is stronger than ever, and continues to attract new members. Through the capable hands of Lori Roth and the programming committee, we have created programs that entertain and bring us closer together. We are nearing the membership goal set for us by National due to the efforts of Joyce Gordon and the membership team. Merrill Kalman and Sara Leopold have created more interesting study groups with more members participating than ever before. Our Book and Author Event was an outstanding success, and was so very ably led by Sue Karp and Carol Kern and their remarkable cohorts. Thanks to Phyllis Becker, our financial statements are in great shape. My executive assistant, Sue Adatto ably assisted in running our chapter, and Joanie Bream and Arlene Feldman kept our board minutes and meetings in order too. Past Presidents Iris Wigal, Sue Karp and Carol Kern have been there when we needed their expertise. For the rest of the board - your work and friendship are the elements that bind the chapter together. For those of you who are leaving their positions, I trust that you will be there to mentor our new Board. Paula Eckstein, we will miss you at the helm of our bulletin, have fun with your new twins-to-be. The wonderful Installation and Fashion Show coordinated by co-chairs Lori Roth and Pamela Fingerhut welcomed all our new and returning board members. It was fun to model the clothes provided by Michka and The Look. Our next bulletin will be July/August. I hope that you all have a wonderful, restful summer, while we prepare our activities for the coming season. Best Regards, Gladys

Table of Contents Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bookmark Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Book and Author . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Book and Author Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 15-Month Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Brandeis Bits & Bites, Notes of Thanks . . . 10 Bookfund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Backpage, FYI, Save the Dates . . . . . . . . 12

Let's Stay in Touch! Have you moved recently? Has your e-mail or phone number changed? We'd love to keep in touch and keep you posted on all our exciting Brandeis news and activities. Please contact Bruce Galin at [email protected] / 480-661-0842.

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Thank You Bookmarks Brandeis Book and Author March 14, 2011 To our wonderful Bookmark donors, who so kindly donated to the Phoenix Scholarship Fund, The Brandeis Libraries and the Science for Life Research: "Thank you for your most generous support!" Merri Rubin and Stephanie Garfinkle

Rare Finds Anita Evers Pamela Fingerhut Carol Kern Merle Klebanoff Andrea Morrison Alyce Sadler Barbara Slater Joanie Small Gail Tenn Lynda Weckstein Roma Wittcoff

Classics Anonymous Mona Crandell Selma Glass Leslie Pearlstein Dr. Rachelle Shaw Ellie Shapiro Vivian Ullman Iris Wigal Barbara Zemel

Best Sellers Gail Adams-Goodfarb Carol Baine Phyllis Becker Ruth Berger

Sandy Blum Joan Bream Karen Bycer Susan Charney Bonnie Clewans Layne Colman Linda Englander Janice Fineman Roz Fischer Connie Flegenheimer Phyllis Fox Stephanie Garfinkle Harriet Gartner Rose Gellman Barbara Gold Helen Greenberg Sandy Gross Sandy Itkowitz Merrill Kalman Sue Karp Andi Kavich Ellen Kirschenbaum Ronda Kottle Susan Levine Freddie Lieberman Judy Lucas Jane Marks Esta Mitchell Nancy Moffitt Ruth Anne Myers Sandy Okinow Nora Rado Beth Reisman Amy Richman Katie Rabinowitz Merle Rosskam

Merri Rubin Fran Sachs Sharon Shuster Marie Siegel Marianne Silberman Karen Silverberg Gladys Simon Joanie Snider Hermine Soffer Sandy C. Solomon Marcy Strauss Paula Strickstein Toby Taylor Janice Tekofsky Freya Winsberg Joyce Zeldow Marilyn Zolondek

New Releases Sue Adatto Nancy Chodock David Segal

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Special thanks to all our Bookmark Donors. This list is current at the time of printing. We regret any omissions.

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Thank You for being Thoughtful and Generous For many of us, the fabulous Book and Author Event is now a pleasant memory. But for others, it is just the beginning - the beginning of a life-time of reaping the rewards that a Brandeis education will bring. There will be young people rejoicing to hear news of their acceptance, and news of winning a coveted scholarship to the 'Deis. We will rejoice with scholarship winners, knowing that in small and large ways we are responsible for their changed and improved lives. We are grateful to all our donors for their contributions to the Scholarship Fund!

Silent Auction 2011 Book & Author Donors David E. Adler David & Sue Adatto Alexandra Collections Arizona Cardinals Arizona Diamondbacks ASU Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts AZ Protek Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studio Bounty Hunter Calle Rose Boutique Canyon Falls Spa & Salon Chez Vous Classy Closets Cotton Country Jams Country Inn & Suites DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa Eagle Mountain Golf Club E.D. Marshall Jewelers E & J Designer Shoes Etch Salon Euro Dream Kitchens & Design Gallery Fairytale Brownies Femme De Paris Pamela Fingerhut Fox Restaurant Concepts Gainey Suites Hotel Gainey Village Health Club & Spa Brady Gray Grayhawk Golf Club Helen Greenberg Harlem Globetrotters Havana Café Holland Boone Home Susan Holland, Roseblossom Beads Cornelis Hollander Dr. William M. Howard Inn & Spa at Loretto, Santa Fe Susan Joffe JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Sue Karp Carol Kern Kiss Me Kate Ilene Kornblue, Designs by Ilene Landscaping By Andre, Inc. Leidan Mitchell Salon & Spa Jay Leopold, Skypower Corporation Sara Leopold, Computer Tutoring Licensed to Bling Freddie Lieberman The Look Louis XV Jewelers Lox Stock & Bagel Pearle Marr McCormick & Schmick's Helen Davis Melmed Designs MF Company Musical Instrument Museum Mina's Obsession Moda Fina Norwood Furniture Sales, Inc. Oliver Smith Jeweler Paradise Bakery & Café Phoenix Art Museum Phoenix Suns Platella Pluma Designs Q/Scene Catering, Tom McHugh Renegade Canteen Rima Fine Art Ritzy Rags & Shoes Eleanor A. Robb Rolf's Lori Roth Roth Dental Sachi Salon & Spa Cheri Saffro Saks Fifth Avenue Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center Shamrock Farms Sharon Lee Designs Dr. Teri Sherman Gladys Simon Charles Sklera Hope Slepian Madeline Linsley Smidt

Starbucks Stella & Dot Marcy Strauss & Wayne Stutzer Studio Nicole Subway Sylvia's Designer's Touch The Grand Del Mar Twister Lady Two Plates Full Trader Joe's Village Tavern Woven Angel by Cheryl Senkfor

Vendors Alexandra Collections Calle Rose Boutique Designs by Ilene Licensed to Bling Platella Silver Boutique Sharon Lee Designs Stella & Dot Studio Nicole Woven Angel

Farmers' Market Vendors Cotton Country Jams GoodyTwos Toffee Company M. F. Co., Inc. Organic Honey The Outdoor General Store

Donations: Judy Bernstein Dolores Brenner Lori Carmel Arlene Feldman, Sharon Gadless Gloria Golding Jill Goldstein Susan Kramer Pamela Laskin Gail Rineberg Harriet Schneider

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View a slide show from Book & Author 2011 at http://tinyurl.com/B-A2011Slide

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Phoenix, Scottsdale, N. Scottsdale and E. Valley Margie Bold - [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . 602-788-1123 Joyce Gordon - [email protected] . . . . . . 480-970-1062 Sandy Blum - [email protected] . . . . . . . . 480-905-3225 Valley West Leona Gilman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 623-584-0144 Sun Lakes Irene Kestenbaum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-883-7639 Barbara Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-802-7945

Deep and Sincere Condolences to:

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Merri and Carl Rubin on the untimely passing of their daughter, Jennifer Gingold Marvin. Chery Senkfor and her family on the passing of her father, David Dwarkin. Shyrle Schaffer whose husband Irv has passed away. Shyrle is a Life Member.

Get well wishes to:

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Phyllis Becker, who missed Book and Author due to illness. Will Gill, Alyce Helfman, Barbara Kopelson and Phyllis Perkal Katie Rabinowitz who also missed Book and Author due to a mishap.

Happy Special Birthday to:

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Helen Greenberg and Estelle Gracer

Congratulations and Mazel Tov to:

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Lori and Dr. Steven Roth on the upcoming wedding of their son Zachary to Lauren Burdowski. The newlyweds will reside in Scottsdale. Carol and Don Baine on the engagement of their son, Michael to Jamie. Karen and Jay Bycer who have moved into their new home. Phyllis and Phil Becker on Sarah's graduation from Medical School. The Adattos on Molly's high school graduation. Sue Karp, who will serve an additional year as Vice President of the BNC Western Region. Joanie Small, who will continue as Membership Vice President for BNC Brandeis National Committee. Iris Wigal, who has been asked to serve on the National board. Zachary Roth, son of Lori and Dr. Steve Roth, on passing his Dental Boards. Nancy Elkins on passing her Arizona social work exam.

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Ari Roth, Lori's son, will be walking in the Great Strides Cystic Fibrosis 2011 event

Welcome New Members Gail Adams, Barbara Allyn, Bobbie Blumenfeld, Barbara Geist, Sandra Goldstein, Carrol Gottfried, Phyllis Green, Eleanor Hess, Susan Kramer, Carol Levin, Shari T. Lowe, Sybil Lubin, Phyllis Maizlish (Transferring Life Member ), Holly Packer, Abby Portney, Carole Rabin, Shirley Rosenblum, Bernice Rozov, Susan Sacks, Toni Smeltzer-Dusik, Donald W. Tucker, Lynn Wendy Tucker, Lori Weinstein

Please report life-cycle events to: Sandy Blum 480-905-3225 / [email protected] Truda Chick 480-686-8747 / [email protected]

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Study Group Information Phx/Scottsdale, North Scottsdale Vice President, Merrill Kalman . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] Vice President, Sara Leopold . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] VW Study Group Coord., Sharon Gadless . Sun Lakes Liaison, Irene Kestenbaum . . . . [email protected] Registrar, Joanie Small . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] Calendar Coordinator, Kathleen Witkin . . . . [email protected]

480-296-3355 480-248-6674 623-398-6868 480-883-7639 602-318-5664 480-473-4825

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21st Century Mysteries. 1:00-3:30. The Mystery Book group meets at the Dynamite Grill at Troon North Golf Club, 10320 East Dynamite Blvd. For further information contact Irene Mieszcanski [email protected] / 480-314-0238

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Contemporary Fiction #1. 1:30-3:30. The facilitator will send out a monthly email with the title of the book for the month, the location of the meeting, and the person to whom you must RSVP. Judy Bernstein [email protected] / 480-948-0725; Judy Levine 480-496-0252

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Sun Lakes Potpourri. 10:00. We will be taking a docent tour of the costume institute at the Phoenix Art Museum at 11:00 am, followed by lunch. For more information, contact the facilitator. Irene Kestenbaum [email protected] / 480-883-7639

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First Thursday Jewish Book Group. 10:00. Read Zipporah, Wife of Moses by Marek Halter, then meet at Barnes and Noble Desert Ridge. Ellen Tuckman 602-953-9307

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Boomers. 10:30. The House at the Secret Garden -- 2501 E. Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042, a delightful way to begin our lazy summer schedule. Housed in an old Spanish mansion and featuring patio dining and a stylish barn wine bar for cocktails, the lively atmosphere of The House is matched by the creativity of its food. Co-Owners Pat and Dustin Christofolo, a dynamic mother and son team, designed a fresh, local menu for lunch and dinner - perfect for leisurely meals in the barrel-ceiling dining room or drinks and small bites under the sprawling carob tree. We will carpool from Shea and 90th after meeting at 10:30 for the ride to the South Mountain area. RSVP to Carol [email protected]

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Second Tuesday Lunch Bunch. Lunchtime. Join us in the discovery of new culinary experiences and enjoy dining with new friends and familiar tablemates. Reply to a facilitator in order to secure a place at the table. Harriett Gartner [email protected] / 450-538-2841; Amy Richman [email protected] / 480-664-6901

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Mahjongg - Beginners. 1:30-3:30. Learn this game in a fun-filled setting with friends. The facilitator will let you know where we will be meeting. Daron Barness [email protected] / 480-607-1611

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Movie and a Dinner. 4:00 PM. Note: Date change. Enjoy a new movie followed by dinner and a discussion at a nearby restaurant. Rochelle Reese [email protected] / 480-361-7628; Roni Nassberg [email protected] / 480-488-4476

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North Scottsdale Wednesday AM Book Group. 10:00. Read Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens. RSVP Hostess: Geri Gould [email protected]. Facilitators: Arlene Rudley, [email protected] / 480-483-6686; Carol Sobel [email protected] / 480-513-0133

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Knit a Mitzvah. 1:00-3:00. We will be knitting scarves for a variety of different organizations that are in need of warming up adults and children. Note: Contact Nancy for new location. Nancy Moffitt [email protected] / 480-443-3443

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Mahjongg - Intermediate. 12:00-3:00. This is a group intended for players who are not beginners. Contact the facilitator for the location. Sandy Blum [email protected] / 480-905-3225

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North Scottsdale Friday AM Book Group. 10:00. Read Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri. RSVP to hostess: Harriet Kaplan - 480-585-1777. Eilene Raiden [email protected] / 480-563-5737; Hennie Greenland [email protected] / 480-473-7166

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Dining Around the World. 11:30. The group will meet to sample different ethnic restaurants. Each person is responsible for her own meal. Participants will be notified via email with the name of the restaurant, location, and time. RSVP to one of the facilitators. Cash Only. Iris Wigal 602-274-8771 / [email protected]; Beth Reisman 480-488-9883 / [email protected]

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Harkins Camelview Movie and Lunch. 11:00. Members will be notified via email with the details of this month's movie and restaurant. Eileen Schwartz [email protected] /480-837-1771; Iris Wigal [email protected] / 602-274-8771

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Bridge - Intermediate. 11:30-3:30. Group meets for a fun afternoon of bridge and camaraderie. Marcy Strauss [email protected] / 602-606-2712; Nan Waldman [email protected] /602-953-2084

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Third Thursday AM Book Group. 10:00. Read The Help by Kathryn Stockett, then meet at Barnes and Noble, Desert Ridge. RSVP to Ellen Tuckman 602-953-9307.

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Third Thursday Lunch Bunch. 11:30. Enjoy friendship and camaraderie at a variety of restaurants around the valley. Reply to your facilitator in order to secure a place at a table. Annette Kurland [email protected]; Marcy Strauss [email protected] / 602-606-2712

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Boomers. 10:00. SEA LIFE Arizona brings the ocean to the desert! SEA LIFE Arizona transports visitors into the amazing ocean world, providing close encounters with a vast array of creatures from starfish to seahorses, sharks, rays and a variety of tropical fish." We will leave carpool staging at 10:00 am for 10:30 arrival at SEA LIFE. There is an admission charge. We can stay cool in the AZ Mills mall, have lunch, do a little shopping and return to Scottsdale at about 3:00 pm. RSVP to Ellen Kirschenbaum [email protected] / 602-214-5212

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Friday PM Book Group. 1:00. Contact the facilitator for the book selection and location. Ruth Cohen 602-274-6126

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Knit a Mitzvah. 1:00-3:00. We will be knitting scarves for a variety of different organizations that are in need of warming up adults and children. Note: Contact Nancy for new location. Nancy Moffitt [email protected] / 480-443-3443

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Contemporary Issues #1. 9:30. Participants will be informed of the topic in advance. Members are asked to contact the facilitator who will provide additional information and directions to the location of the meeting. Ruth Anne Myers [email protected] / 480-947-8216

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Contemporary Issues #2. 9:30. This group was formed in response to the large demand for the Contemporary Issues #1. This group has exactly the same purpose and follows the format of the first group. Contact the facilitator for location and directions. Joanie Bream [email protected] / 480-860-8293

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Mahjongg - Intermediate. 12:00-3:00. This is a group intended for players who are not beginners. Contact the facilitator for information. Sandy Blum [email protected] / 480-905-3225

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“Who Will You Call?” The new Board was installed in May. When you have questions, refer to this page for your resourceful people.

Do you need an executive decision made? Contact:: Gladys Simon, President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-773-7958 / Gladys.simon@gmail

Want to suggest an interesting program idea or venue? Contact: Co -Vice Presidents for Programming Lori Roth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-664-3312 / [email protected] Pamela Fingerhut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-219-9531 / [email protected]

Have a prospective member? Contact: Co-Vice Presidents of Membership Joyce Gordon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-970-1062 / [email protected] Kathleen Witkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-473-4825 / [email protected]

Have questions about study groups? Contact: Co-Vice Presidents of Study Groups Sara Leopold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-248-6674 / [email protected] Merrill Kalman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-296-3355 / [email protected]

Want to send a tribute or contribute to the Book Fund? Contact: Vice President for Book Fund Marianne Silberman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-314-1971 / [email protected] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . or see http://www.brandeisphoenix.com/uploads/BookFund.pdf

Have a BNC financial question? Contact: Financial Secretary Irene Lubin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-948-3773 / [email protected]

Have a Life-cycle news story to share? Contact: Truda Chick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-686-8747 / [email protected] Sandy Blum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-905-3225 / [email protected]

Want to contact someone in the BNC West Valley? Contact: Liaison from West Valley Sharon Gadless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 623-398-6868 / [email protected]

Want to contact someone from BNC Sun Lakes? Contact: Liaison from Sun Lakes Irene Kastenbaum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-883-7639

Have a question about the Beat? Contact: Beat Editor Bonnie Clewans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 602-509-4507 / [email protected]

Want information about Brandeis? Contact: Chief Information Officer (CIO) Selma Ost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 623-869-0909 / [email protected]

Want to make a major donation to our Chapter's Scholarship Fund? Contact: Major Gifts Chair Ronda Kottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480-483-7246 / [email protected]

15-Month Membership Looking for a uniquely special gift for your mother, sister, daughter? Our Phoenix Brandeis Chapter has just the answer. One size fits all, the color is right and it lasts through June 30, 2012. You guessed it, a 15-month membership to our wonderful Phoenix Chapter. Your gift recipient will have the opportunity to participate in our fabulous study groups, meet interesting new people, and attend our very special member events without having to pay the nonmember fee. What a deal for just $60! No need to go shopping, wrap a gift and deliver it. An added plus, there is no sales tax and it is tax deductible to you. Need more information? Call Joyce Gordon at 480-970-1062 or e-mail [email protected]

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President Fredrick Martin Lawrence was inaugurated as Brandeis University's 8th President on March 31, 2011 at an investiture ceremony. During the ceremony, Dr. Lawrence "pledged to address both the uncertainties of the global future and the hopes of the campus community for new beginnings and an improved environment" Over 1,500 students, faculty, staff, trustees, friends, supporters and dignitaries attended the ceremony on campus, and hundreds more watched live over the internet. The week of festivities was culminated with the Inaugural Ball, where another 1,500 people celebrated in the Shapiro Gym. President Lawrence extended an invitation to view coverage of the event on BrandeisNOW. http://www.brandeis.edu/now/2011/march/investiture.html. The presentation includes a fantastic slide show of photos taken at the numerous events during Inauguration Week, as well as a video of his remarks.

... and Fare Well It has been my great pleasure to serve as Beat Editor for the past three years. I am stepping down so that I will be able to go, at a minute's notice, without regard to deadlines, to spend time with my daughter and her soon-to-arrive twin boys. Editing has been demanding but rewarding work. I have learned a great deal from the wise and generous women who helped me proof the Beat: Joanie Bream, Arlene Feldman and Carol Baine. They have mentored me to see the large picture, as well as the small, detailed nuances of our Chapter's newsletter. I enjoyed our interactions, and have come to value and admire them tremendously. I have had an opportunity to correspond with many of our Chapter's leaders and respect them all for their dedication and devotion to our cause. I have tried to emulate Carole Sherris: to be patient, flexible, and cheerful. Thank you Carole, for sharing your wonderful "Can-Do" spirit. I wish Bonnie Clewans all the best as she returns to the position of Beat Editor. Paula Eckstein

For A Memorable Membership Event April 8 did not only bring fabulous Arizona weather, it brought new and prospective members to the home of Joyce and Bruce Lefco. Thank you to Joyce and our creative membership team for a wonderful afternoon filled with information, friendship and tasty snacks.

Remember when your Teacher said: Use the Buddy System? Do you want to attend one of our fabulous Brandeis events, but feel you will be lost in the crowd? Not to worry! The membership committee will match you up with a "buddy" who will meet you, greet you and sit with you. If you are interested, please contact Joyce Gordon at 480-970-1062 / [email protected] It was good advice then, and it is good advice now!

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Book Fund For all your Book Fund needs call: Book Fund Chair, Marianne Silberman 480-314-1971, 11871 E. Del Timbre, Scottsdale, 85259 [email protected] We are now accepting credit card donations for orders of $10.50 or more. DONOR

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LEARNED RESEARCH JOURNAL FOLIO Joyce Lefco Phoenix Chapter Board

Joyce Zeldow Rabbi Darren Kleinberg

Sandra Blum

Phyllis Becker

Wishing you a very Happy Special Birthday In appreciation of your presentation at the Open Board Meeting Best wishes for a speedy recovery

Phyllis Becker Carol Baine Bob & Lynn Stone

Best wishes for a speedy recovery To say “Thank You” Happy Anniversary

Sherrymae Cohen Merrill Kalman & Philip Lichter Selma & Harvey Ost Joanie & Harvey Bream Marianne Silberman Barbara & Marty Gold Ellen & Bob Kirschenbaum

Schectman Family Faith, Alison, Jaclyn, Traci Laichter Paula & George Eckstein Paula & George Eckstein Paula & George Eckstein Estelle Gracer Carol & Don Baine

Paula & George Eckstein Paula Ross

Yvette Cooper Sue & David Adotto

In loving memory of Sam Schectman In memory of beloved husband an father, Solomon Laichter Nachas and Mazel Tov on your daughter’s marriage Congratulations on your daughter’s marriage Congratulations on your daughter’s marriage Congratulations on your big birthday Congratulations on your son Michael’s engagement to Jamie Leibovitz In loving memory of Rabbi Moshe Gutman In honor of Mollie’s acceptance to Brandeis University

SPECIAL TRIBUTE Jane Marks Jane Coleman Ruth & Stan Dolin

LOUIS BRANDEIS

MILLIONTH BOOK Iris Wigal

Lori Roth

Phoenix Chapter Board Merrill Kalman & Philip Lichter Merrill Kalman & Philip Lichter Merrill Kalman & Philip Lichter Phoenix Chapter Board Iris Wigal Carol & Don Baine Barbara & Marty Gold Phoenix Chapter Board Ellen Kirschenbaum Gladys & Harvey Simon Merrill Kalman Rhoda Eisenberg Rhoda Eisenberg Rhoda Eisenberg Paula & George Eckstein

Phyllis Becker Zalman Siegel & Family Marvin & Betty Laichter Howard Laichter Paula & George Eckstein Merri & Carl Rubin Merri & Carl Rubin Will Gill Merri & Carl Rubin Merri & Carl Rubin Merri & Carl Rubin Merri & Carl Rubin Matthew Olin Betty Hoffman Rabbi & Mrs. Rony Keller Merri & Carl Rubin

In honor of being named the emerging leader of the Phoenix Chapter BNC Wishing you a speedy and full recovery In loving memory of Chana Shapiro In memory of beloved son, Solomon Laichter In memory of beloved brother, Solomon Laichter In honor of your daughter’s marriage In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin With deepest sympathy Wishing you a speedy recovery In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin Happy birthday Happy birthday Mazel Tov on the birth of your son In memory of your beloved daughter, Jenny Gingold Marvin

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Mission Statement Brandeis National Committee is dedicated to providing philanthropic support to Brandeis University, a distinguished liberal arts and research university founded by the American Jewish community. Its membership is connected to the University through fund raising and through activities that reflect the values on which the University was founded: academic excellence, social justice, nonsectarianism and service to the community.