If you’re a regular at shul, you’ll know Thomas Bailey is a steadfast presence. Communications & Marketing Committee member Eileen Melnick McCarthy had the pleasure of getting to know Thomas and learning why Conservative Judaism holds such deep meaning for him.
David, a lawyer specializing in residential landlord matters and his wife Jackie are long-time members of KBI. Their early 20-something adult children, Rachel, a nurse, and Zev, a student finishing his business degree, grew up in the congregation. For David, synagogue life is both family and community, a place where generations connect and faith is lived. David is a KBI board member and treasurer. Eileen Melnick McCarthy, a member of the shul’s Communications and Marketing Committee, had a chance to get to know David and what drew him to KBI. Their conversation follows.
Have you ever experienced a moment when life feels like it’s imitating art — as if you’re watching a beloved movie scene unfold right before your eyes? Communications Committee member Suzan Zilahi felt exactly that while sitting with Lily and Jerry Penso in their living room, evoking the sweet interviews of couples woven throughout When Harry Met Sally, by the late, great director Rob Reiner.
Spending time with the Pensos felt just as tender and timeless — a story of family, faith, lifelong partnership, community service, resilience through tragedy, and a lifetime of well-deserved awards and quiet accolades
Board Member Olga Streltchenko has a Ph.D. in computer science (from the University of Maryland), but please don’t call her Dr. Streltchenko, she prefers simply, Olga. Communications Committee member Suzan Zilahi met with Olga over coffee to learn more about this fascinating Renaissance woman.
With a lifetime dedicated to meaningful civic engagement and community building, Paula Agulnik shared her story and reflections with Communications Committee member Suzan Zilahi during a warm and thoughtful conversation.
A former manager at Canada Post, Janice now brings her data-mining and editing expertise and leadership to her new role as Secretary on KBI’s Board of Directors. Recently, Kate McGregor, Chair of the Communications Committee, spoke with her.
David is the director of operations for a top real estate team in Ottawa and the new interim head of the Ottawa Talmud Torah (OTT). Recently, Kate McGregor, Chair of the Communications Committee, met with him. Their conversation follows:
Jaimee is an elementary and special education teacher and KBI’s newly appointed President. Recently, Kate McGregor, Chair of the Communications Committee, sat down with her over coffee to learn more about her. The following is a summary of their conversation:
