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Village Shalom – 2013 Ages of Excellence Celebration 

Final plans are in the works for Village Shalom’s 2013 Ages of Excellence Celebration on November 21st at the Overland Park Convention Center. Pella Fingersh and James Klein are serving as the co-chairmen. The evening will feature Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward as guest speaker and the posthumous presentation of the Stephen J. Schoenfeld Volunteer Recognition Award to Herb Adler. Proceeds from the event will support Village Shalom’s Financial Assistance Fund, providing support to residents who can no longer afford the cost of their care. 

Photo Credit: Jim Mathis

PellaFingersh &JimKlein -V Shalom event chairs
Pella Fingersh and James Klein, co-chairmen

 

 

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