Hannah Kamin Annual
Lion of Judah Event

In Person
Monday, June 1, 2026
6:30 – 9:00 PM

Energy Innovation Center
1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

It was a true pleasure to come together over dinner and engage with Melinda Strauss, whose thoughtful insights as a Jewish content creator, educator, and cookbook author enriched our experience. We hope you are already enjoying Eat Jewish and that it continues to inspire you.

We were especially delighted to see multiple generations represented, as daughters, granddaughters and nieces joined us—strengthening and inspiring the future of Lion of Judah leadership.

Thank you for being part of this special evening and for all you do to uplift and sustain our community.


The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is grateful to the Kamin family for their generous support of the Hannah Kamin Annual Lion of Judah Event.

Thank you for joining us!

Couvert: $72
Kindly RSVP By May 26, 2026

Valet Parking • Business Casual
(Dietary Laws Observed)

Melinda Strauss
Jewish content creator, educator and cookbook author
Melinda Strauss is a Jewish content creator, educator and cookbook author with over 1.7 million followers across TikTok and Instagram (@therealmelindastrauss). Known for her approachable and engaging style, Melinda creates a space where people can ask questions about Judaism, connect with her family’s traditions and enjoy her beloved Jewish recipes and stories. Before growing her social media presence, Melinda was a full-time food blogger, sharing hundreds of kosher recipes on her website, melindastrauss.com. Her debut cookbook, Eat Jewish, brings her signature mix of storytelling, Jewish pride, and delicious recipes to kitchens everywhere.

Energy Innovation Center

1435 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Event Chairs
Laura D. Dinkin
Rabbi Jessica Locketz
Jennifer Marin
Women's Council Chair
Diane S. Samuels
Vice Chair, Philanthropy
Deborah F. Graver

Host Committee

Roberta L. Brody
Gail Childs
Jennifer Finkelstein
Karen Friedman
Esther Garfinkel
Dana Himmel
Lynn Lebowitz
Rhonda Letwin
Anne Witchner Levin
Dory Levine
Linda Melada
Bernice Meyers
Terri Reicher
Debbie Resnick
Jane M. Rollman
Simone Rubin
Annie Sahel
Adele Sales
Mindy Shreve
Lori Shure
Marlene Silverman
Shelly Snyder
Marilyn R. Swedarsky
Rebecca Tobe
Rochelle Wagner

Questions:

Meryl Franzos
Meryl Franzos
Development Specialist
mfranzos@jfedpgh.org
412-992-5204

Full inclusion is a core value of Jewish Pittsburgh. The Jewish Federation welcomes invitees of all abilities, backgrounds, races, religious affiliations, sexual orientations and gender identities. Please discuss accessibility accommodations with the contact person for this event.

NOTICE: By registering for this event, you agree that your (and your guest's) picture and/or video may be taken and potentially used in Jewish Federation marketing material and social media. If you do not agree, please call 412-681-8000 to register by phone, and indicate that you decline to agree. Thank you.

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