Pick a Party Cincinnati JFS 2009

Thank you to all the hosts for opening their homes, providing party fare, donating the full costs of the events, and welcoming our guests to these Jewish Family Service fundraisers.

Pick a Party Committee:
Aaron and Laurel Fritzhand Rick Lefton
Andi Levenson
Leslie Miller
Lauren Scharf

Pick a Party Hosts:
Kitzi and Bruce Baker
Hildy Clayton
JoEllyn Cochran
Marcie Cohen
Yana and David Duke
Aimee and Ian
Guttman
Sheri and Nick Kroscher
Andi Levenson
Nina Paul
Bob and Wendy Pelberg
Leslie Reiss
Ilene Ross
Lauren Scharf
Lisa and Neil Sichel
Leah and Gary Smith

You’re invited to
Pick a Party
29^th- 30^th of August, 2009

Now you can have your cake and eat it too!
Pick a Party from a weekend of privately hosted theme parties
100% of the proceeds to benefit Jewish Family Service

Addresses for each party will be provided at registration

Register Online Now
The first 250 registrants receive a coupon to Yagoot yogurt

SATURDAY PARTIES

1. Sommelier Summer
Saturday, 29th of August 7-10 pm $75
Stroll around the pool, feast on sushi and sample select wines from across the globe. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or a novice, you will learn about the look, taste and smell of quality wine...and be one step closer to being a sommelier.
Location: Home of Kitzi and Bruce Baker, Evendale
Hosts: Kitzi and Bruce Baker

2. Tastes of the World
Saturday, 29th of August 7-10:30 pm $75
Join chefs Yana and David Duke as they prepare an elegant dinner buffet influenced by their international heritage. The kosher meal is a combination of Israeli (David is from Israel), Moroccan (his family is from Morocco), Russian (Yana is from Russia) and American food. With each bite you'll feel as if you are on a trip around the world.
Location: Home of Yana and David Duke, Symmes Township
Hosts: Yana and David Duke

3. Little Italy, Jewish Style
Saturday, 29th of August 7-11 pm $75
Mamma Mia! This dinner party features Italian Jewish cook Peter Tomaino of Beth El Synagogue in Hamilton. Peter not only demonstrates how to make mouth-watering dishes, but also provides the evening's entertainment with song and good Italian wines.
Location: Home of Leah and Gary Smith, Symmes Township
Hosts: Leah and Gary Smith

4. A Yacht of Fun
Saturday, 29th of August 7:30-10:30 pm $75
All aboard for a relaxing cruise up and down the Ohio River on one of Cincinnati's finest private luxury yachts. We guarantee great views and good schmooze while you nibble on appetizers and relax with a wine or a beer. A good time for all.
Location: Rosanante Yacht,
East End
Hosts: Sheri and Nick Kroscher

Bob and Wendy Pelberg

Lisa and Neil Sichel

ANYTIME PARTY

5. No Ball at All!
No date or time $100
This non-party is perfect for those who will be out of town, have other engagements or prefer to stay home in their pj's and relax! You won't need to rent a tux, buy a gown, pay for a babysitter or valet the car. How inviting...a tax-deductible evening with no fuss!

Register Online

Download a Registration Form

Contact Sandee to register for a party:
(513)766-3352 or sgolden@jfscinti.org

SUNDAY PARTIES

6. & 7. Fashion and Feast for JFS
Sunday, 30th of August                                    $18
             Shop 10 am-Noon, brunch after
                                       OR
             Shop 5-7 pm, dinner after

Fall is just around the corner, so why not refresh your wardrobe while helping Jewish Family Service strengthen lives? Bring your girlfriends to Chico's Rookwood and shop 'til you drop during your choice of two private, in-store parties. 10% of your total purchase will be donated to Jewish Family Service. When your bags are packed, head over to Teller's of Hyde Park and refresh yourself with brunch or dinner. For every bite you buy, 15% of your check will be donated to JFS.
Location and Hosts:

Chico's at Rookwood Plaza
Teller's of Hyde Park
Hosts: JoEllyn Cochran

8. Cooking Thai - Easy and Healthy
Sunday, 30th of August Noon-1:30 pm $75
Thai dishes are known to be delicious and are surprisingly easy to cook. Peachy Seiden, MS, RD, a Registered Dietitian and Recipe developer, will show you how easy it is. Peachy will discuss nutrition and health while preparing several delicious, simple and easy recipes in the Thai tradition. Come to cook, learn and feast on the fruits of your labor!

Location: Peachy's Health Smart Cooking School, Silverton
Hosts: Marcie Cohen
Lauren Scharf

9. Lady Luck
Sunday, 30th of August 1-4 pm $36
"CRACK, BAM!" “GRAND SLAM!” “SPLISH, SPLASH!” Join us for a fun day of Mah Jong, Bridge or Canasta. Pick your game and enjoy light snacks and beverages. Play with your regular group, or sit down with new friends and let the games begin! Beginners may sign up for Mah Jong and be part of the day's fun.
Location: Ridge Club,
Pleasant Ridge
Hosts: Hildy Clayton
Leslie Reiss

10. Party of Psychic Proportions
Sunday, 30th of August 6-9 pm $75
Fill your plate and stomach with kosher homemade Mexican-style hors d’oeuvres as Victor Paruto, one of Cincinnati's most trusted spiritual consultants, connects you to those in your past and gives you a glimpse of the future.
Location: Home of Nina Paul,
Montgomery
Hosts: Nina Paul and Andi Levenson

11. Cooking Quality Cuisine
Sunday, 30th of August 7-9 pm $75
Roll up your sleeves and join gourmet chef Ilene Ross to help prepare your meal with fresh, seasonal and creative food which promises to be as elegant as it is delicious.
Location: Home of Aimee and Ian Guttman, Indian Hill
Hosts: Aimee and Ian Guttman

Ilene Ross