SHAI Young Professionals Sheshbesh & Chai
Join SHAI Young Professionals for an evening of wine and cheese, desserts, and great company! Compete in our tournament for a handcrafted Sheshbesh set from Israel, or enjoy casual play and instructions for beginners. Strictly ages 22-35. Click here to register.
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Author Talk with Regine M. Tessone
On Sunday, January 11, 2026, SHAI and the Great Neck Public Library presented our second author in a series of Author Talks centered on Persian Jewish history. Rebbetzin Regine Monavar Omid Tessone, author of Monavar’s Journey, was interviewed by Rebbetzin Sarah Kohan on her memoirs. Rebbetzin Tessone recalled her family’s […]
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A Message From Our Immediate Past Presidents
Since its founding in 1992, it has been SHAI’s mission to enhance and preserve our wonderful Persian Jewish culture and community. SHAI has served our diverse, multigenerational population with enthusiasm and dedication, providing support, connection, and a vast array of needed programming. As your presidents, it has been our honor and […]
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Women’s Empowerment Fashion Show
On Wednesday, June 11th, SHAI held its first Women’s Empowerment Fashion Show Luncheon with fashion icon Elie Tahari. Hosted by Vice President Jacqueline Harounian, this powerful, uplifting, and meaningful event celebrated the women of our community, and a portion of the proceeds from the event were donated to Shalom Task […]
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Coalition for Unity Community Forum
The Inaugural Great Neck Coalition for Unity event took place at the Main Library in Great Neck on May 29th, and was a great success by all accounts. The Coalition for Unity is a group of local entities which has been convening for nearly two years. The Coalition includes the Mayor […]
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