October 13, 2005

NEWS BRIEFS

Dedication ceremony, grand opening for Jewish Federation’s
Gloria and Ken Levy Family Campus set for Sunday

The public is invited to join the Jewish Federation, Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, Yavneh Day School, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley at the dedication ceremony and grand opening of the new Gloria and Ken Levy Family Campus (LFC), located at 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos, at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday Oct. 16, 2005.

The LFC grand opening celebration will offer entertainment for all ages. Festivities will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. with Congressman Mike Honda, carnival games, face-painters and balloon artists, and a performance by renowned Jewish singer/songwriter Debbie Friedman at 3 p.m.

The completely rebuilt LFC will be a central gathering place that provides a welcoming environment and essential services to seniors, children, families, and individuals in the Jewish Community and beyond. LFC will provide educational, cultural, health and recreational activities and programs in the improved and expanded facilities. The Levy Family Campus is a facility vital for our community of today and the continued nurturing and growth of its tomorrow.

Amato’s turns 2!

On Saturday, Amato’s Pizzeria celebrated its second anniversary in Almaden with a birthday party, complete with jump houses, cookies, balloon animals and more. Owner Mahmood Kuchaki says that although it is hard work seven days a week, he loves his “beloved” tomato and the equally beloved community that has supported his business over the past two years. That support he says enables him to give back to the community through school fund-raisers and team sponsorships—a two-year-old tradition that he hopes will continue for years to come.

Fund-raiser seeks support for Persian Language Program
materials at Almaden Library this Sunday

The Bay Area Iranian-American Voter Association will be raising funds for Persian Language Program materials (books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape) for the new Almaden Library with a celebration fund-raiser this Sunday.

The celebration will be held in the Almaden Winery Community Center this Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. Snacks (mini kabob sandwiches) and refreshments (soda, water, tea and coffee) will be served free of charge. The celebration is free and open to the public.

According to the group’s spokesperson Matt Kamkar of Almaden, “The group’s goal is to raise at least $10,000 and so far we are half way to our goal. We hope to see a lot of our neighbors out there this weekend.”

Visit www.baivoter.org for more information.