Received the following invitation from the Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation:
ROOSEVELT ISLAND JEWISH CONGREGATION
Presents:
FINDING OUR MOTHERS AND FATHERS THE ART OF JEWISH GENEALOGY
Sunday, May 16th, 2010 at 5 p.m.
Rivercross Community Room, 531 Main Street
The two great myths of Jewish family research are They destroyed the records and I dont remember anything. More and more birth, marriage and death certificates from Europe are turning up. Finding Our Mothers and Fathers is a presentation in learning how to: Steven Kushner, who has spent nearly twenty years tracing his familys roots, will be your guide. Bring your questions and materials which we will discuss and learn more about your family! Rabbi Steven Kushner is the spiritual leader of Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield, NJ, where he has led the congregation as their rabbi for 30 years. A mesmerizing historian and storyteller by avocation, Rabbi Kushner also loves to study Torah. Suggested Donation $15.00 person, $25.00 per couple
This event is held as a benefit for the Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation.
RSVPs appreciated but not necessary.
All are welcome.
Light refreshments served.
For more information or to RSVP, contact
Judy Berdy at jbird134@aol.com or 212.688.4836
ROOSEVELT ISLAND JEWISH CONGREGATION
Leana Moritt, Rabbi
Scot Bobo, President Marlene Flom, Vice President
Ivens Stanton, Recording Secretary Julia Chang, Communications
Steve Kaufman, Treasurer