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Programs Highlights The Amazing Robots of Israel by Andrew Demchick Dr. Amir Shapiro, Director of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s Robotics Lab and one of the world’s leading robotics experts, was a recent visitor to Temple Sinai, bringing several of his robotic friends for a program entitled ―the Amazing Robots of Israel‖. The program was co-sponsored by the American Friends of Ben-Gurion University, Temple Sinai, Federation’s Center for Israel and Overseas, and the Kehillot of Bux-Mont and Old York Road. Dr. Shapiro develops robots that benefit humankind. His work with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) improves the safety and security of Israel and those who protect its people, and his work in other areas impacts crucial industries such as agriculture, medicine and defense. Dr. Shapiro’s robots climb walls, scale slippery surfaces, dive underwater and navigate through tunnels too small or inaccessible for people. A crowd of over 100 of all ages saw robots that can balance on two wheels or a ball, climb metallic surfaces, hover and slither like snakes. For information about other AABGU programs and events or to schedule a visit to Ben-Gurion University when in Israel, please contact Andrew Demchick, (215) 884-4510, or email ademchick@aabgu.org. BGU Professor Amir Shapiro with his “snakebot”, a robot designed to mimic the movements of a snake that can be used to explore collapsed buildings and tunnels or other AABGU Philadelphia Chapter Board member Lana Pinkenson presents Alan Katz with “Earth Facing Sky – Skyline Negev”, a pictorial exploration of Israel’s Negev region, for the Temple Sinai library. OMG! Oh My Gosh! What a WET and WILD 21 hours for FUN we had! First, I would like to thank all of you who have helped so much to make this past sleepover such a success. There were 18 volunteers for the Water Park, over 20 for the 9pm-12pm supervision and ice cream shift, 8 adults and me sleeping over and over 30 volunteers for breakfast and the Mitzvah activity. I may create the plan but all of you have helped contribute to the execution, success and smiling faces on your own child and the 120+ children throughout the sleepover. This is truly a community event! I believe the socializing and gathering of all of us "hanging out" together at synagogue will be a lasting memory for all. Special thanks to Lisa Block, Andrea Domsky, Francine Listman, Laurie & David Matez, Jen Sher, David Weiss and David Monblatt who braved the floor and lack of sleep to be there for any child who had a concern while sleeping. In case you hadn’t heard yet, the "special events" of the night included a magical and mind reading experience for the 3-5 th graders, just mind reading for the 6 th & 7 th graders and RUMBA for 12 Makor/Kadima Sleepover by Shelly Shotel all! The kids seemed to enjoy both activities. Also, our Mitzvah projects were so successful as we created over 80 packages of gifts for the Kisses for Kyle foundation and 225Breakfast Bags for Cook For A Friend. My goal was 50 packages for Kisses for Kyle and 150 Breakfast bags for Cook For a Friend but our community shined once again exceeding what I thought was even possible! Thanks to those who financially contributed to the mitzvah project and donated many items! There is a video montage that has been created by Tina Polin and is available to watch on YouTube. Type in templesinaidresherpa - all one word and look for Sleepover 2011. The music has been disabled but just watching the fun and smiles had by all is so awesome. Be sure to definitely see the last moments when the group after the Mitzvah project came together for a group shot! Words can't express how I felt at that moment! You all help to make my job so internally rewarding. I feel it deep in my heart! Thanks! One of the many families who benefited from our time and donations. I will begin planning next year’s sleepover before you know it!
Daddy Daughter Dance 2011 - Perspectives from a Volunteer by David Kepniss Although I cannot recall how I came to be the original chairman for the DDD, as soon as it was over last year, I knew I had to give it another run. This year, I was determined to apply lessons learned and to recruit other Dads to share in the powerful experience I had. There is tremendous joy, satisfaction and pride that comes with making a successful event at Temple Sinai. Recruiting volunteers for the DDD is pretty simple. I have made wonderful friends within the synagogue that have young daughters of their own, so all I had to do was tap into our shared desire to be great Dads. After all, this event is as much for our own daughters as it is for the Men’s Club, our synagogue and the larger community. I knew these guys would be committed, and they did not let me down. The secret to making any event a success is to plan way ahead. With our date reserved at August’s calendar meeting and the team assembled by October, our first order of business was to choose a pub for a planning meeting! I think everyone immediately recognized that the 2011 DDD was going to be as much about the journey as the destination. All meetings were held at pubs and no official business was discussed until the second round of beers. This was our kind of committee! For the most part, everyone took ownership of their individual duties and we came together as a team early on. This was invaluable when faced with obstacles like date conflicts, technical difficulties and the announcement of Upper Dublin Parks & Rec’s 1 st Annual Father Daughter Dance to be held the weekend after ours. Competition served to galvanize our efforts and we surpassed our ticket sales goal of 200 attendees. When the day of the dance finally arrived, all was on track. However, I had underestimated my own daughter’s anticipation. She could barely contain her excitement all day. As far as she was concerned, her daddy was making her a ―royal ball.‖ Regardless of the dance’s outcome, I knew all the effort was worth it just to see her so happy and excited. The dance was pure bliss. My daughter, like all the other girls, was illuminated with joy amidst the magical, star-lit night decorations. Instead of venturing off with friends, she never wanted leave my side and felt impatient for the next slow dance. Looking around the crowded dance floor, it was obvious that fathers were smitten with their little girls. Some lifted them high and carried them through dances, while others enjoyed the tight bear-hugs. With iphones away, daughters were the focus of every Dad’s attention. The smiles in the commemorative photos resting on each table told the whole story and would continue to for years to come. I’d say the DDD hit a home run! I got so much from that evening, as did the whole DDD team. I not only enjoyed the opportunity to share a few special hours with my little girl, but it was a pleasure being surrounded by so many other Dads enjoying the same. I look forward to the next DDD and encouraging my peers to get involved with this and other, rewarding volunteer opportunities at Temple Sinai. 13
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