Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy
Annual Celebration



$5.00:
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101. Birthday Celebration - $5.00
Set the menu for the MJBHA hot lunch on the day of your birthday. (Meat meals must be served on meat days, dairy meals on dairy days.)
102. Find Your Inner Artist - $5.00
Tap into your creative spirit with three private painting or drawing lessons with Pat Hynes, Director of the Helene Berman Seidenfeld Visual Arts Center.
103. Find Your Inner Potter - $5.00
Take a spin on the potter’s wheel with three private ceramics lesson with MJBHA ceramics instructor, Mr. Seth Weisel.
104. A Stitch in Time - $5.00
MJBHA Special Services Director Sally Slater will provide a young- or young-at-heart person with three knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or cross-stitch lessons. A $25 gift certificate to Michael’s arts and crafts store will help you get supplies to start. (8 years+)
105. Out to Lunch - $5.00
Your pre-schooler and two friends will join Morah Zlata Geisinsky, MJBHA preschool director, for lunch at a restaurant.
106. Baking Buddies - $5.00
Lower school principal, Mrs. Susan Koss, will teach three students how to bake challah at her Kemp Mill home.
107. Torah or Mada - $5.00
One student will enjoy a one-on-one session with Upper School principal Rabbi Avi Levitt. Choose either a math tutoring session or an hour of Torah study.
108. Lunch Bunch - $5.00
Headmaster Dr. Josh Levisohn will treat three students to lunch at the restaurant of their choice.
109. Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Lapian - $5.00
Light up your Shabbat with a set of SabbathLights candles and a mouthwatering meal for up to six people with MJBHA’s Torah Mitzion Rosh Kollel Rabbi Yehuda Lapian and his family. The insights in the included sefer will further illuminate your Shabbat.
110. Spectacular Shabbat with Rabbi Antine - $5.00
Beth Sholom Congregation’s Assistant Rabbi, Rabbi Nissan Antine and his wife invite you to spend a sumptuous Shabbat meal. This package includes a sefer for your learning pleasure.
111. Tantalizing Shabbat with the Tesslers - $5.00
Rabbi Joel and Mrs. Aviva Tessler, Rabbi and Rebbetzin of Beth Sholom Congregation in Potomac, anxiously await your arrival at their home for a delectable Shabbat meal. Enjoy learning from the sefer included in this package.
112. Scrumptious Shabbat with Rabbi Bluming - $5.00
Savor a delicious Shabbat meal with Rabbi and Sara Bluming of Chabad of Potomac. This package includes a sefer to offer a stellar d’var Torah.
113. Splendid Shabbat with Rabbi Singer - $5.00
Enjoy a Torah- and treat-filled Shabbat meal with Rabbi and Mrs. Singer of Young Israel Ezras Israel of Potomac. This package includes a sefer for your learning pleasure.
114. Magnificent Meal with Rabbi Wolvovsky - $5.00
Rabbi Wolvovsky of Chabad of Silver Spring and his wife are eager to prepare a beautiful Shabbat meal for up to eight people. This package includes a sefer for your learning pleasure.
115. Dinner and Divrei Torah with Rabbi Bieler - $5.00
Rabbi Yaakov Bieler of Kemp Mill Synagogue and his wife will host up to eight people for a glorious Shabbat meal. Enjoy learning from the sefer included in this package.
116. Soul Food - $5.00
Nourish your spiritual side with two signed books by inspirational author and speaker Rebbetzin Lori Palatnik. Take her Torah-filled insights on the road with 6 CDs.
117. Marketing Maven - $5.00
Marketing expert Ahava Leibtag of AHA Media Group will provide a comprehensive marketing plan to help your business soar.
118. Tech Support - $5.00
A 2 Z Technology (and MJBHA parent Ari Goldberg) will provide you with a one hour computer consultation.

$10.00:
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201. Artistic Flair - $10.00
Add a touch of art to your home with this beautiful photograph by Saul Yanovich (MJBHA grandparent) and gift certificates to As Kindred Spirits ($25) and Israeli Accents ($54). (Photo is 30x20 and comes ready to hang in a raised box form.) Click to View
202. Fitting In - $10.00
Get a jump start on reaching your fitness goals with two private Pilates sessions compliments of balance studio in Rockville and one session of personal training, courtesy of Aviva Rosen.
203. Sitting Pretty - $10.00
With this $25 gift certificate to Buy Buy Baby and 2 shampoos and haircuts at Cartoon Cuts, your kids will be set for a photo session with MJBHA parent Belle Kronisch. Belle will provide you with one framed set of photos of each of your children, plus a disk containing the rest of the shots from the sitting. You may want to use the included charming girl’s tea set donated by Child’s Play in the photographs. Some restrictions apply to the photo session.
204. Get Ready for Summer - $10.00
$25 gift certificates to Catch Can and On Cloud 9 Clothing for Kids will help you suit up for summer. With the beach themed items donated by House of Linens, your child can jump into three 30-minute private swimming lessons with MJBHA alumna Dani Beckerman.
205. Clean House - $10.00
Give your home some extra sparkle with this Hoover upright vacuum cleaner (donated by Carpet and Vacuum Expo), a $300 gift certificate to handyman services from G & L home Service, and a power washing of your home’s façade from Henry’s Housework (valued at $400).
206. Organizational Dreams - $10.00
Enlist $250 worth of services from Concierge America—problem solvers, project managers, and information specialists—to help you organize a cluttered part of your life or plan details for a special event.
207. Inner Beauty - $10.00
Spruce up your home with a two-hour interior design consultation (valued at $150) with Joanne Stein, parent of MJBHA alumni, and a $25 gift certificate to The Container Store.
208. Extreme Makeover Home Edition - $10.00
Give your home a new look with 20% off a faux finish project for a bathroom by artist Debbie Fisch (MJBHA parent) and a two-hour interior design consult by Elisheva Liker (MJBHA parent).
209. Weekend Getaway - $10.00
Slip away to the Bethesda Doubletree for a Friday and Saturday night stay and enjoy a beautiful basket of gourmet items donated by MJBHA parent Lisa Stone’s Goodie Bags.
210. Mini-Vacation - $10.00
Spend a Friday and Saturday night at the Bethesda Doubletree and relish the goodies in a gift basket donated by Ahlaska.
211. Make Your Simcha Special - $10.00
Your simcha will shine with a hypnotism or mentalism show from the Kosher Hypnotist (a $750 value) and simcha consultation with Donna Lawrence, parent of MJBHA alumni, of Donna Lawrence Events.
212. Adjustable You - $10.00
Dr. Joel Starr, MJBHA parent, will straighten you out with a full chiropractic consultation, evaluation and up to 12 visits of care. This package is valued at $1800.
213. Out on the Town - $10.00
Take a tour of your choice of location in DC, MD, or VA with experienced tour guide Sarah Landesman (MJBHA grandparent). Perhaps this collection of theater posters from the Kennedy Center will inspire a destination. Transportation not provided.
214. Kick into Action - $10.00
Start working those leg muscles with one month of Tae Kwon Do or kickboxing classes at Black Belt Martial Arts in Kensington, a fall slot in Hapoel soccer, and one free fall semester of after school Tae Kwon Do with Master Sharma (PTA fee not included).
215. Hoop Dreams - $10.00
Gather a group of up to 20 friends to watch a Washington Mystics game. Wrap up the outing with a platter of wraps for 15 people from Wraps to Go.
216. Star Dazzle and a Show - $10.00
Your child will smile ear to ear with freshly cleaned pearly whites (compliments of pediatric dentist Dr. Edwin Zaghi) as he or she watches a performance at Imagination Stage (package includes 2 tickets to be used before 8/9/09).
217. Kemp Mill Collection - $10.00
Spend the afternoon at Kemp Mill Shopping Center taking care of your errands with a $45 gift certificate to Kemp Mill Cleaners and a $35 gift certificate to Simon Hair Design. Keep out the rays with these complimentary men’s and women’s designer sunglasses from Kemp Mill Optical.
218. Carnivorous Carnival - $10.00
Satisfy your craving for meat with $50 gift certificates to Shaul’s, Shalom’s, and KosherMart.
219. Flying High - $10.00
Set your sights on Maryland from above on a one hour private Cessna plane excursion with Mr. Dennis Berman, MJBHA parent of alumni and MJBHA grandparent. (Certificate must be redeemed within 6 months.)
220. Rejuvenation - $10.00
Sit back and relax with two shiatsu massages compliments of MJBHA parent Chanalee Arusy (for women only, other restrictions apply), a manicure at Totally Polished in Potomac, a $25 gift certificate to David’s Beautiful People Hair Salon in Rockville, and a $50 gift certificate towards the purchase of eyeglass frames at Wink.
221. If There’s a Will… - $10.00
Attorney Sarah Shabes will prepare a simple will for you.
222. Saved by the Bell - $10.00
Protect yourself with this home security system from Uri Alarms, which includes one master control, one master key pad, three magnetic door contacts, one motion detector, and three months of monitoring services.
223. Brighter Smile - $10.00
Dr. Stephen Friedman will whiten your teeth and make them shine in his Kemp Mill office (a $400 value).
224. Tumble into Kidville - $10.00
Enroll your little one in an action-packed 16-week class at Kidville in Rockville.
225. Photo Op - $10.00
Sit for a family portrait and receive an 11x14 print and disk of photos from master photographer Bob Stein, parent of MJBHA alumni.
226. Dangling Decoration - $10.00
This beautiful sterling silver Elsa Peretti Zodiac pendant necklace from Tiffany’s, donated by Sara and Gabe Solomon, will look gorgeous on you or a loved one. Click to View
227. Relaxation Package - $10.00
Pamper yourself (or someone you love) with a basket full of beauty products (compliments of Progressions Salon, valued at $100), a one hour signature massage at Red Door Spa in Wildwood Shopping Center (must be redeemed within 90 days), and a fabulous haircut at Zohra Salon in Potomac.
228. Dinner and a Movie - $10.00
Catch the latest film with tickets for two to Regal Cinema in Rockville and round out the evening with a delicious dinner at Pomegranate Bistro ($100 gift certificate).
229. Works of Art - $10.00
These two original pieces of glasswork—a Kiddush cup and mezuzah—by artist (and MJBHA alumni parent) Steve Resnick will add glimmer and elegance to your home. Add a set of SabbathLights candles to further enhance the look. Click Here to View
230. Jewel Box - $10.00
Adorn yourself (or your loved one) with this beautiful beaded necklace, bracelet, and earrings donated by Sultana Jewelry. Click to View
231. Fit to be Tried - $10.00
With a three month single membership at Lifetime Fitness’s Potomac/Rockville location (new members only, other restrictions apply) and a $50 gift certificate to Stretchalicious, you’ll be well on your way to a more fit you.

$15.00:
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301. A Thing of Beauty - $15.00
This stunning blue lapis necklace and bracelet will make a great gift for someone you love. Donated by MJBHA parent Manette Mayberg. Click to View
302. Spirit of Shabbat - $15.00
Treat yourself to a spectacular Shabbat with a dinner for six catered by Dahan Catering and a $100 gift certificate to Potomac Wine and Spirits.
303. Show Time! - $15.00
This package promises to get you in touch with your inner drama critic! Delight on tickets to the following performances: 2 tickets to "The Quality of Life" at the Arena Stage (from 9/11/09–9/25/09, Sunday-Wednesday evening performances only), 2 tickets to "3 Blonde Moms" at the Bethesda Theatre (6/17–6/28/09 only), 2 tickets to "Ain’t Misbehavin’" at the Olney Theatre (7/7–8/2/09 only), 2 tickets to any Strathmore Presents performance at Strathmore (expires 6/4/10), and 2 tickets to any two shows of the 2009/2010 season at Theater J.
304. Fun in the Sun - $15.00
Coordinate a summer 2009 full of camp experiences for your children with: One session at Camp Gan Izzy, Kemp Mill location, for a child 20 months to 10 years; One complimentary session at Cougar Camp; One week of summer camp at the Kemp Mill Little Gym; and free transportation to one session of Camp Shoresh.
305. Picture This! - $15.00
“An Idea In Four Parts” A beautiful, signed and framed original work from artist and MJBHA alumni parent and grandparent Miriam Mörsel Nathan. (framed dimensions 19 7/8"H x 27 1/4" W, $800 value) Click to View

$20.00:
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401. FAN-tastic Sports Package - $20.00
Start cheering for your favorite teams! This package includes: 4 tickets to a Baltimore Orioles game (date TBD), 2 tickets to a Washington Capitals game (date TBD), 4 VIP tickets to a Washington Mystics game (date TBD), 2 tickets to a Washington Wizards game (date TBD), and 2 tickets to a preseason Baltimore Ravens game in August. Also included are autographed photos of Washington Capitals players Sergei Fedorov and Alexander Semin.
402. A Taste of the Town - $20.00
Have your cake and eat it too with gift certificates to Ben Yehuda Pizza($20), Kosher Pastry Oven Café ($18), Moti’s Grill ($75), Max’s ($50), Royal Dragon ($75), Siena’s Pizza ($75), Goldberg’s Bagels ($15) and Eden Cake ($18).
403. Courtside Craze - $20.00
Feel the excitement of a Washington Wizards game with these 2 incredible courtside seats (date TBD). Before the game, use this $75 gift certificate to fill up at Eli’s.
404. Location, Location, Location - $20.00
Take pleasure in a one week stay in a 1BR/1 den apartment in the Old City of Jerusalem.

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