Jewish Federation of Cleveland Celebrates Giving with “Eighth Night of Chanukah” Project amilies and children eight years old and under are invited to celebrate “giving” as part of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Eighth Night of Chanukah project. Children will decorate tzedakah (charity) boxes, and then donate their collections at a community-wide celebration, which will feature music, mitzvah-themed (good deed) crafts, PJ Library® story times, and a parade. The event will take place on Sunday, December 7, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at the Federation’s Mandel Building, 25701 Science Park Drive in Beachwood. “The Eighth Night of Chanukah event provides young families with a way to get involved and give back during the holidays,” said Laura Kestin, event chair. “I love that I am teaching my kids that Chanukah is about giving to our community, and that little kids can make a big difference. Philanthropy is important in our lives.” Children will have many ways to take part in the Eighth Night F of Chanukah project. If your child has not yet received a tzedakah box and would like to participate, please contact Kelly Rubanenko (contact information is listed below). After collecting money to help people in need, kids can bring their donations to the December 7 event to benefit the Federation’s Campaign for Jewish Needs. Their generosity will be recognized at the event with stickers. The Eighth Night of Chanukah project educates families that kids count when they donate to the 2015 Campaign for Jewish Needs and their gifts change lives in Cleveland, Israel, and 70 countries around the globe. The project is a collaboration of the Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Initiative, PJ Library, and partner organizations. The event is free and open to the public. To learn more, get a free tzedakah kit, or to RSVP, please visit www.jewishcleveland.org, email Kelly Rubanenko at krubanenko@jcfcleve.org, or call 216.593.2865. hessairbrushing.com | larrytheairbrushguy@hotmail.com Temporary tattoos, T-shirts, hats and more. Hess’ Airbrushing 440-759-0831 Wednesday December 10, 2014 4:00 p.m. The best seat in the house. Beachwood Democratic Ward Club nce again, Beachwood voters show they care by turning out to vote. In last month’s election, the turnout was 36% nationwide, but just under 50% in Beachwood. Beachwood’s voter turnout was actually a bit higher this year than last year when we had local offices to fill. Beachwood voters also showed they pay attention to a candidate’s qualifications by choosing judges who were rated superior by local rating agencies. Don’t let anyone try to tell you Beachwood voters are oblivious to what is best for them, they show it time and time again. There is no Beachwood Democratic Ward Club meeting in December. We will meet again January 13. Have a safe and happy New Year and resolve to come to meetings and learn more about issues that matter to you. As always, I am Beachwood Democratic Ward Club President Steve Rosen, and I approve this message. For more information, call me at 216.292.5562 or email BeachwoodDemocrat@gmail.com. O 3237 Warrensville Road, Shaker Heights Specializing in Men's Quality Hairstyles and Shaves Since 1964 216.295.1092 | www.sgrosbarbershop.com December 2014 n Beachwood Buzz 17