On the Calendar

Posted Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:00 am

HAFTR alumna Leor Bareli came to speak with HAFTR High School seniors about her experiences in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Despite receiving a full scholarship to attend a prestigious university in the United States, Leor made aliya and volunteered to join the IDF. She serves as a commander in the elite “Search and Rescue” unit of the IDF. She took time out of her busy schedule on her three week furlough from the army to visit her high school, and inspired the seniors with her dedication and service to the Jewish State. She said that she has no regrets and feels that she is doing something very positive and meaningful for her people and the Jewish homeland. Her service as a religious Jewish female is important, because it illustrates the importance of following one’s Zionist convictions. She reminded the seniors that we can travel, study, and live at peace in Israel because young boys and girls give the best years of their lives, and sometimes even their very lives, to keep the Zionist dream alive.

Photo courtesy of HAFTR

Apr 21

Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans Five Towns 5K run/walk

North Woodmere Park, NY, in support of disabled Israeli veterans and victims of terror

The race is on Sunday April 21, 2013 and starts at 10 AM from North Woodmere Park. Be at the park no later then 9:30 AM.

Number pick up for pre registered participants and day of race registration will be from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. The race will begin promptly at 10 AM. Warning, after 9:30 access to North Woodmere Park parking lot may be limited. Arrive early!

North Woodmere Park is located on the corner of Branch Blvd and Hungry Harbor Road.

For more information go to: www.5towns5k.org

7th Annual NCSY Men’s Basketball Tournament

Please join the Jewish communities of Long Island, Westchester, and the Five Boroughs in supporting NY NCSY on Sunday, April 21st, 2013 for the 7th Annual NCSY Men’s Basketball Tournament. This competitive basketball tournament features both 5-on-5 and 3-on-3 teams which play from 9 am - 12 pm throughout gyms in the Five Towns area and come together for the Sweet Sixteen, Final Four, and Championship Game at 1 pm at Lawrence High School, 2 Reilly Road. Each year, over 1000 people come out for this exciting event and worthy cause. All of the monies collected from players, sponsors, and donations are used to provide scholarships for hundreds of public schools teens looking to study in Israel post-high school or for NCSY Summer Programs.

Join thousands of players and spectators for a competitive basketball tournament, child and family entertainment, and a raffle drawing for 2 roundtrip tickets to Israel! Child and family entertainment will be available from 2 pm - 4 pm and will consist of blow-up moon bounces, face painting, arts and crafts stations, and free popcorn. Dinner will be available on-site provided by David Kay of Distinctive Catering. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase throughout the event. Each raffle ticket allows you a chance at winning 2 roundtrip tickets to Israel. Tickets are $20 for one; $180 for a book of 10.

For more information, please visit www.ncsybasketball.com or call (516) 569-6279.

Young Israel of Woodmere Gilbert Davidoff Memorial Lecture

Sunday Evening, April 21st, at 8 PM. “Communication in the age of Facebook, Twittter & the iPhone,” Rabbi Dovid M. Cohen, Rav of the Young Israel of the West Side.

April 22

One Israel Fund, 19th

anniversary dinner,

6 PM, Three Sixty, 10 Debrosses Street, NYC. For more information call 516 239-9202 or email dinner@oneisraelfund.org or visit: www.oneisraelfund.org/dinner

April 24

Hewlett-Woodmere Library-The Lion of Judah

Long time Cedarhurst resident and Holocaust survivor, Leo Zisman, has released a documentary film produced by Woodmere’s own Matt Mindell entitled THE LION OF JUDAH. This critically acclaimed film will be presented free of charge as a public service in the Gold Hall of the Hewlett-Woodmere Library on Wednesday evening, April 24th, at 7:00pm. The event will feature the documentary followed by a question and answer opportunity. Mr. Zisman will have autographed copies of his book, I Believe-Ani Ma’amin, available for purchase with all proceeds going to support the JCC’s Holocaust Survivors Program. The Five Towns Community Chest, The Jewish Community Center of the Greater Five Towns, The Nassau Herald and The Jewish Star are proud sponsors of this informative evening. Armed with the power of knowledge and understanding of our history we will uphold the cry of “NEVER AGAIN” for generations to come.

Apr 28

A Magic Carpet Ride: Celebrating the Jews of Yemen

at the Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust

New York, NY— On Sunday, April 28, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust will present A Magic Carpet Ride: Celebrating the Jews of Yemen, an afternoon that will feature the Sephardic rhythms of the band Asefa and a taste of the distinctive cuisine of the Jews of Yemen.

A century ago, approximately 50,000 Jews lived and thrived in Yemen. While that population has all but vanished, the Jews of Yemen were well known for their special traditions, customs, ceremonies, art, music, and dance. Many of these unique traditions are still celebrated and practiced today in Israel and the United States.

Tickets are $18, $15 for students/seniors, $12 for members. Tickets are available online at www.mjhnyc.org or by calling the Museum box office at 646.437.4202.

May 1

Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS),

an affiliate of Yeshiva University, will honor dedicated leaders and educators of the Jewish community at its Annual Gala Evening of Tribute on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at The Grand Hyatt in New York City. Honorees include Rabbi Hyman (Hy) and Ann Arbesfeld, Etz Chaim Award; Rabbi Hershel Schachter, Guest of Honor; and Rabbi Eliezer Zwickler, Distinguished Rabbinic Leadership Award.

JCC of Greater Five Towns Annual Dinner

at Sephardic Temple in Cedarhurst at 6:30 PM. Contact Debbie Averbach at 516 569-6733

May 2

North Shore Hebrew Academy Annual Journal Dinner at Citi Field.

6:15 PM. Contact: Mr. Arnie Flatow 516 487-8687 x2

May 5

91st Annual Dinner of Agudath Israel of

America

on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at the Hilton New York.

For more information contact the dinner office at: 212 797-8177.

Kevin O’ Keefe’s One-Man Circus in-a- Suitcase at Kulanu

Five Towns Community Chest and friends brings the Circus to The Five Towns!

Take a break from your usual routine and come out and see Kevin O’ Keefe’s One-Man Circus in-a- Suitcase, an enthralling whimsical celebration of the imagination sure to please the entire family.

Can you imagine an entire circus appearing out of a small suitcase? Kevin’s marvelous story about a man who wants to run away to the circus and ability to include the audience in his show makes this one unique and outstanding performance!

One critic says, “I can’t recall when I last saw so many beaming faces lighting up!”

Kevin’s “Circus Minimums” has appeared on NBC, ABC, Fox and hundreds of stages around the world. This production is brought to you by several service agencies of your community: The Peninsula Counseling Center Children’s Services, Let all the Children Play, and The Five Towns Community Chest. On Sunday Kulanu and The Jewish Community Center of the Greater Five Towns are also joining in on the fun.

Our children will enjoy the laughter thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, The Altheim Family, The Dime Bank, Gourmet Glatt, The Kellner Family, The Scharf Family, The Zisman Family, Warren Levi Karate, Rolling River Day Camp, The Nassau Herald and The Jewish Star.

Show times are:

Sunday, May 5th at 11am and 1pm at Kulanu

Advanced tickets: $5 per child/ $10 per adult

Tickets at the Door: $10 per child/ $15 per adult

For reservations and to purchase tickets please call 516-374-5800

All proceeds will benefit the participating service organizations serving our community.