Hi Readers,
JDCC celebrates its tenth year of service to Jewish persons who are Deaf or hard of hearing with access to Judaism. See flyer on page 5 to make your reservations.
Academy Award-winning actress Marlee Matlin and activist Rachel Braver are the 'Friends of JDCC' recipients recognizing them for their support. Matlin named JDCC as one of the donors on her wish list to Toys R Us who gave us $5,000. Rachel Braver has continued to assist JDCC since obtaining full-time employment.
As part of banquet festivities, an original play "To Be Jewish And Deaf" will premiere. Winners of JDCC Art and Essay contests will also be announced and leaders of the Jewish Deaf Community will be recognized along with the presentation of the JDCC Community Service and Achievement Awards to well-deserving Jewish Deaf persons.
The original family-oriented "To Be Jewish And Deaf", was developed by DJ Kurs for JDCC and is a light-hearted take on a conflict that all Deaf Jews come across at one time in their lives. Through the eyes of Shmuley, the 12-year old protagonist, we see how his social needs drive him away from being a good Jew in the eyes of his parents. This production will be voice-interpreted for the benefit of the general public. Cast members are Koli Cutler, Alan "SPO" Schwartz, Joshua Soudakoff, Michael Soudakoff, Rachel Soudakoff and Melissa Yingst.
I am excited to share with you that Council member Ruth Galanter has given JDCC a certificate on May 10th to recognize us for the services we provide to the community.
Regarding to the JDCC and TBS Joint Seder: The committee has been formed. Representing Temple Beth Solomon (TBS) members are Charles Katz, Joyce Linden and Elaine Aikins. JDCC's representatives are David Rosenbaum, Jeff Lubman and Ruth Morris. They will meet to discuss ideas for a joint Seder in 2003. We will keep you posted.