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Sep 18, 2014

Dr. Richard Hirsh Will Receive The Tikkun Olam Award (Repairing the World)

An article featuring Marc and Sharon Merklin who also will be honored at the Gala was published in the September issue of AJN.

Dr. Richard N. Hirsh is a diagnostic radiologist and a social entrepreneur on a mission - a mission to create a healthier world. In 1996 he founded Radiology Mammog…

Sep 9, 2014

One Special Lady Finds the Funds to Give

Every donation that comes through our doors to support the Shaw JCC, moves us. Every donation is special because no matter its size, a donation is the ultimate form of support. It's like saying "Hey, I get what you're doing here and I think it's important."    

Last week, when we got…

Sep 5, 2014

Campus Gala to honor Marc & Sharon Merklin

The Campus Gala to benefit the Shaw JCC, The Lippman School, and Jewish Family Service will take place on Saturday Nov. 1 at the Schultz Campus for Jewish Life.  Marc and Sharon Merklin will be honored at the event for their longtime community involvement, and Dr. Richard Hirsh will receive…

Sep 2, 2014

Welcome new shlichim

Ofri and Tohar Kait begin their shlichut in the Akron and Canton Jewish communities in September. Like Shirel and Eran Bin Nun and other shlichim before them, the Kaits will serve as an educational and cultural link to Israel, facilitating various programs and events. Here, they share a litt…

Sep 2, 2014

Building our second century together

By David K. Koch, JCBA CEO

To paraphrase an ancient Chinese proverb, “The best time to plant a tree was (100) years ago. The second best time is now”. Our 2014 Annual Campaign celebrated the Jewish tree planted by our forefathers 100 years ago, which continues to bear fruit and lend sh…