The Charlotte Jewish News - August 2000 - Page 15 Jewish Cultural Arts Festival Announces Dates, Leadership for 2000 The Charlotte Jewish Cultural Arts Festival, is coming in November of this year, and will once again present myriad oppor tunities for individuals to immerse Jodi Valenstein themselves in all things Jewish. Building on the fabulous success of last year’s festival, there will be something for everyone ... from the youngest to the older members of our whole community. Plan on enjoying Jewish film, music, liter ature and more from Sunday November 6 through Sunday November 19, 2000. Festival 2000 is being co chaired by three strong, dynamic women who have demonstrated true community spirit and leader ship over the years. Lee Bierer has lived in Charlotte for the past five years with her husband Jeff and children David and Lucy. Lee and Jeff have demonstrated true devotion to Charlotte’s Jewish community through their involvement in the JCC, the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte and Temple Beth El. Lee was responsible for the marketing campaign that sur rounded last year’s Festival (it won formal recognition at the JCCA Biennial in Boston this year). Anne Sinsheimer has lived in Charlotte for six years with her husband Mike and children Jake and Lucy. She has been involved in the Jewish community at many levels through The Charlotte Jewish Preschool, The Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte, Temple Beth El, and the JCC (for those who don’t know, Anne’s professional persona has led to her working on the Shalom Park Expansion Campaign and the JCC Gala). Jodi Valenstein has also been in Charlotte for six years. She and husband Greg have two small children, Michael and Erica. Many folks are familiar with Jodi as she directed the JCC’s euiium rf-’A believe in the ideals of a commu nity-wide festival, says Anne Sinsheimer, Festival Co-Chair. “These organizations working side by side will ensure that the festival appeals to everyone — both Jew and non-Jew can fmd something to educate, enlighten and fulfill their need to touch, feel, taste and smell Jewish culture.” Preschool and K-2 Summer Camp Programs for a number of years. She also facilitated the J’s Newcomers Program and has been involved in The Charlotte Jewish Preschool’s PTO. Jodi took on the incredible commitment of Chair for the festival last year and is returning for her second time in 2000. Anne Sinsheimer Sponsors of this year’s Festival include: BBYO, Charlotte Jewish Day School, Consolidated High School, Hadassah, Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte, Jewish Community Center of Charlotte, Speizman Jewish Library, Temple Beth El, and Temple Israel. “The sponsoring organizations clearly value and Lee Bierer TSSS- X. c^vear-sJe^'S*' ‘f* jCCAF ^°°?.^oyed by future- ^ nvany Wke to tetter. Home is still tlie best place to be. Companionship • Light Housework Meal Preparation Incidental Transportation Errands & Shopping (704) 344-0801 For Your Special Occasion, Some Choices are Peifectly Clear Cu»tura\ Arts r ^ & Anne Sinsheimer Uee Bierer Co-Cha‘r Co-Chof The Park.,. The Heart of SouthPark ChaAotte’s only Four-Star, Four- Diamond hotel proudly invites you to join a tradition oj elegtnt, intimate celebrations.. Jewish Community Cultural Arts Festival 2000 Sponsorship Opportunities Contributors $75 - $149 Named recognition in tribute page Invitation to reception event for two Tax deductible Friend $150-$299 As above plus... Commemorative Festival Art pin r Patron $300-$499 • As above plus... • Reserved seating at Festival Events with 24 hrs notice • Festival T-shirt Benefactor $500 - $999 • As above plus... • Signed copy of book by principle festival author • Reserved seating at all Festival presen tations Sustainer $1,000 and above • As above plus... • Limited Edition Festival Silk Screen Ballantj^ne... The Elegant Resort The grand facilities at The Clubhouse at Ballantyne Resort await your gathering oJ up to 225. mmu Yes. I want to support the Jewish Community Cultural Arts Festival Please make your checks payable to the Jewish Conmiunity Center. Alternatively, if you would like to charge your credit card please complete the following information; Category Gift Amount Contributors Friend Patron Benefactor Sustainer Card Type (Circle); Account #; Visa Mastercard Expiration Date; Ptcosc return this form to: JCCAF, C/0 Ivy Soul. 5007 Providence Rood, Chorlotte. NC 28226 If yeu Ho¥« amy ^ucstiam plcoic eofitoct Ivy Soul. F«*tl¥ol Coordinoter at 944-6728 BBYO - Charlotte Jewidi D«y Scbool - Consolidated Hish Scbool - Hadassah (Charlotte) Jewish Comnranlty Center of OMrlotte - Jewirii Fedemtioa of Greater Charlotic Tenple IsnH - Temple Beth B - Ylddiih lastitate Ballantyne Resort Hotel & Spa Coming in 2001, the hotel Jratum 216 luxurious guestrooms and suites, afuJl- servia spa anifmcilities jor 500. 2200 Rexftf^i Raid (iar1otte,hiC282ll 704-364-8220 v.avw 10000 BtMantme C'hryte NC 2^2’’ W Hl-lWexf H9 wwvr