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1 IH'ii l i» 1 THE SOUTHERN ISRAELITE December 1 9, 1 986 Page 21 THE CENTER'S From the director Barrie Scgall A Little Israel in Atlanta This Saturday night. Dec. 20. will be the premier of a new Center program designed to bring the taste, sound and feel of Israel to our community. Cafe Di/engoff will be a regular feature of the Israel Pro gram Center at the AJCC. Several times a year Cafe Dizengoff will present a kaleidoscope of experiences which will bring back the memories of a trip to Israel. The December Cafe will feature Prof. Eliezar I). Jaffe. visiting Israeli scholar at Yale University. For our entertainment the A.ICC Children’s Troupe will pre sent “Chana’s Sabbath Dress." and there will be Israeli singing. The decor will be cabaret, and the food will be falafel. Admission is $2 and Cafe Dizengoff begins at 8 p.ni. Momma’s Helper As you begin to plan for your child’s afterschool care this winter, check into the Center's Kid Konnec- tion. Over 20 kids ranging in age from 5-12 are involved this fall. They have their ow n lounge at Zaban. they enjoy snacks, classes, TV time, study time, read ing and free time. And now we hav e added van serv ice. The program is five days a week, including two free children’s classes and snacks for S85 a month. Van service is another $40. For more information about Kid Konnection and the van service, call 396-3250. Karly Bird Breakfast I here s a song and the smell of coffee in the air, as our early bird joggers, exercisers and swimmers join together three times a week for a convivial breakfast. W ith music in the background and a lively discussion prevailing, the hearty breakfast has become the perfect way to start the day. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 7:30-8:30 a.m., bagels, cereal, juice, coffee and a peppy atmosphere are all served for $2 a person on a drop-in basis, or $24 a month. For more info, call Chana. 875-7881. Tai Chi at the A JCC Due to popular demand, the Iai Chi program is being expanded to include a noontime class at Peach tree. I he class, from noon-1 p.m. is on Monday, Wed nesday and Friday. For a fee of $35 (non-members $50), you can take up to 20 hours a month at noon or at one of the ev ening classes being conducted at Zaban and Peach tree. Call 875-7881 for Chana or Kathleen. Another Teen Show If you missed “Damesat Sea" or“Bye-Bye Birdie," you now have a chance to get on stage for “Gypsy.” Our Teen Theatre will hold auditions on Sunday, Jan. 1 1, 2-5 p.m. at Peachtree and Monday, Jan. 12, 7-9 p.m. at Zaban. “Gypsy” portrays the stage life of Gypsy Rose Lee and was a big Broadway hit by Julius Styne and Stephen Sondheim. The program is spon sored by the AJCC and BBYO. Brownie Troop Forming Attention parents of all first and second grade girls. We are starting a Brownie troop next year at Zaban. The AJCC is very proud of its Jewish scouting program, and we welcome this new addition. News from the Atlanta Jewish Community Center, Inc. 2nd Annual C amp Registration Festival A festive afternoon is planned for parents inter ested m sending their children to summer camp. Join our professional camp staf f on Sunday. Jan. I I. from 1-3 p.m. at the Zaban Building. Find out why our ov ernight, day and specialty camps are so success ful. Learn about the exciting camping opportunities for 3- to 15-year-olds. Slides, refreshments, balloons an afternoon of fun. Sponsored by camps AJFCOMCE. Barney Me- dintz. K’ton and Midtown Experience In the Arts. For details call 396-3250. Need Extra Money? Kid Care at Zaban is looking for substitutes to work on an as-needed basis. At Kid Care you will have short hours, loving children and a pleasant working environment. For more info call Sheila Mills, 396- 3250. We Need Furnishings The AJCC will soon relocate the Respite Care Program for developmentally disabled children and youth to our renovated site at Zaban Park. We need a table and chairs, electric stove, sofa, twin beds, area rugs, TV set, record player, carpeting, drapes, curtains and blinds, smoke alarms. All equipment must be clean and in good condition. If you have any of these materials you would like to donate call Mike Lainoff, 875-7881.’ Sponsors Needed for Youth Basketball We need sponsors for our popular Youth Basket ball league this winter. A sponsorship includes your name printed on the shirts of the team, your business name listed in the Center’s newsletter, and your com pany will receive a beautiful plaque. This is an excel lent way to promote your business and at the same time benefit the Center. A sponsorship is only $125 and is tax deductible. Call Gary Cohen for info, 396-3250. Think of your future with C&S The Citizens and Southern Banks in Georgia Members El )l(.