Page 12 November 2011 Society looks to preserve present as well as past JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY HERITAGE AWARD DINNER WHO: Honoree Jerry Colangelo WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 WHERE : Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix COST: $395 per person By Valeri Spiwak The Arizona Jewish Historical Society at the Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center in Phoenix is continually recognized for its dedication to preserving and educating the public about the local heritage and contributions of the early Jewish communities. Phoenix has named the Center one of its “points of pride” for the city’s upcoming centennial anniversary next year. “Everything that we do today will be history for someone tomorrow,” said Lawrence Bell, executive director at the heritage center. “Part of our mission is not just to research what happened a long time ago, but to also preserve the documents of what’s going on today.” Society veteran Jerry Lewkowitz said knowing Phoenix’s history is important. “It’s very important that we realize the foundation that was built for us. You don’t compete with the past, but carry it forward,” Lewkowitz said. “The early pioneers established a foundation so we could move forward to build a great society.” Originally constructed in 1921, what is now the Jewish Heritage Center was Phoenix’s fi rst synagogue. In 1957, the center became a Chinese-speaking congregation known as the First Chinese Baptist Church. Due to its rapid expansion, the First Chinese Baptist Church relocated to an alternate site, leaving the heritage center available for the formation of a Spanish- speaking Baptist church. In 1981, the Iglesia Bautista Baptist congregation was formed and established its place of worship at the vacant heritage center. After spending 20 years in the building, Iglesia Bautista relocated and wanted to sell the space. With the help of community donations, the Jewish Historical Society bought the building in 2002, creating the Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center. “Within the building there has been prayer said in Hebrew, Chinese, Spanish and English,” Bell said. “You have all of these different cultures that all shared this place as a house of worship.” Continued on page 14 Our Locations 7245 E. Osborn Rd, Ste 4 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Phone 480 994-5012 7245 E. Osborn Rd, Ste 4 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Phone 480 994-5012 300 E. Osborn Rd, Ste100 Phoenix, AZ 85014 Phone 602 254-7255 4915 E. Baseline Rd, Ste114 Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone 480 830-0120 5620 W. Thunderbird Rd, SteH-3 Glendale, AZ 85306 Phone 602 547-2002 13555 W. McDowell Rd, Ste 102 Goodyear, AZ 85338 Phone 623 209-0020 300 E. Osborn Rd, Ste100 Phoenix, AZ 85014 Phone 602 254-7255 Optical Shops Arizona Eye Specialists has 5 valley locations and 13 Physicians to better serve you. We offer the following services: VISION CORRECTION SURGERY – CATARACTS – OCULOPLASTICS & CORNEA OCULAR ALLERGIES – GLAUCOMA – MACULAR DEGENERATION DIABETIC RETINOPATHY DRY EYES – ROUTINE EXAM – CONTACT LENSES We believe in building our reputation one patient at a time, So that you will come back to us for all your eye care needs! We also have two Optical Shops (Phoenix and Scottsdale) with a vast assortment of lenses, frames and designer eye wear! w w w. a r i z o n a e y e s . n e t formerly Associated Ophthalmologists serving the Phoenix Valley for over 53 years “For all your eye care needs” ajsfinefoods.com Find everything you need to enjoy this Autumn at AJ’s. AJ’s floral designers artfully create beautiful bouquets that complement any décor. Seasonal gourds and heirloom pumpkins are available to showcase your good taste. Enjoy the fruits of the season in fresh baked pies from AJ’s Boulangerie, or visit our Farmer’s Market for the best in seasonal fruits. Reserve Holiday pies 48 hours in advance. Autumn Harvest Purveyors of the

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