How to Make the Tough Topics Easier
On March 18, together with United Parent Teacher Council, SHAI convened its annual education forum. SHAI and UPTC have partnered for over a decade regarding subjects important to families with students of all ages and in all school settings. This year’s event took place at the Great Neck Main Library […]
Read MoreSubstance Abuse Panel
On March 11, SHAI together with Amudim and IMA, hosted a panel on substance abuse and addiction in the Jewish community at Great Neck Synagogue. The panel addressed how to be aware of substance abuse and addiction, how to prevent it within the community, and how to respond to it. […]
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Martin Luther King Day Event
On January 21, in memory of Martin Luther King and observance of Tu B’Shvat, SHAI in partnership with UJA Federation of NY, the Anti-Defamation League, Temple Israel of Great Neck, Temple Beth-El of Great Neck, and Congregation Beth Hadassah sponsored a Martin Luther King Day Learning event for teenagers at […]
Read MoreMaureen Nehedar Concert
On the evening of December 18, 2018, SHAI co-hosted a concert featuring Maureen Nehedar at Temple Israel of Great Neck. In her first visit to the U.S. in 15 years, Nehedar performed magnificent traditional Jewish-Persian music and poetry, in addition to new compositions in Hebrew and Farsi to a fully […]
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Chanukah After Party
On Saturday night December 15, 2018, SHAI Young Professionals hosted another successful Chanukah Party for over 250 people at VNYL in NYC. The event included free entry and an open bar with Kosher wine. A special thank you to Galil Foods for donating the Mighty Peanut Puffs and Zweet Candy, […]
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Chanukah Party at Dylan’s Candy Bar
On December 2, 2018 SHAI Young Families and The Iranian Jewish Center of Manhattan hosted a Chanukah Party at Dylan’s Candy Bar NYC. Dozens of families enjoyed donut decorating, face painting, make your own frames, balloon blowing, games, music, pizza, and ice cream sundaes. Thank you to Erika Kashi for […]
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Party Like It’s Still Summer
Over 180 young professionals attended our end-of-summer party at the Knickerbocker Hotel rooftop in Times Square. Many familiar faces joined many new ones for this fun, inclusive event. Everyone mingled and networked, enjoying the breathtaking views, the great vibes, and the excellent DJ. Thanks to the YP committee: Erika Kashi, […]
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