Nowruz Art Exhibit
On the evening of March 23, SHAI united the community in the first-of-its-kind Nowruz celebration through a breathtaking art exhibit and live musical concert at Temple Beth-El. Guests socialized and enjoyed wine and hor d’oeuvres as they explored the two rooms full of art work by artists from the community. The art exhibit featured diverse […]
Forty Years After the Revolution
This March, SHAI sponsored an educational event at Congregation Beth Hadassah exploring the past, present, and future of Persian Jews by Professor Saba Soomekh of UCLA. She discussed emerging from a “suitcase” generation to the trauma, to the unique issues each generation faces in America, to the current diversity and engagement. Soomekh believes that 80 […]
SHAI in the Community
SHAI is delighted to participate in the launch of UJA’s forthcoming initiative to offer a range of social services to the Persian Jewish community at Common Point Queens, the Samuel Field Y in Little Neck.
Senior Center Update
SHAI Senior Social Center attendance continues to impress. In addition to regular weekly programs, they also take part in festivities. This past January, the Social Center celebrated Tu B’shvat Celebration of Life, and featured a concert by Arash. This March our matriarchs and patriarchs celebrated Nowruz and Purim with live music, prizes, and performances by […]
Nassau County Celebrates Nowruz
On the evening of March 19, invited by Nassau County Legislator Ellen Birnbaum, over 150 Nassau County residents celebrated Nowruz, the Persian New Year, at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola. The event included a Haft Sin Nowruz ceremonial table, a musical performance, and poetry readings. SHAI sponsored traditional Nowruz refreshments including […]
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 and drew parents, adolescents, and […]
Substance 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. Featured speakers were Clinical Director […]
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 Temple Israel of Great Neck. […]
Maureen 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 packed Sanctuary. Nehedar was born […]
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, and Jacques Torres Chocolates for […]
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 organizing and planning this Chanukah […]
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, Linda Rasekh, Sharona Ahdoot, Charlene […]
Mother’s Day Shabbat Luncheon
The Persian Jewish Center of Manhattan and SHAI Young Families held a Pre-Mother’s Day Luncheon on May 5th. Over 120 people and 50 children were in attendance, attending first a children’s service with Toby followed by a Kiddush Luncheon. Amazing Ron performed a magic show and juggling act mixed with comedy, which the children loved. The […]
Purim at the Persian Center
This Purim, SHAI Young Families along with The Persian Jewish Center of Manhattan and Park East Synagogue, sponsored a superheroes and princess themed children’s program. The event included a puppet show, music, face painting, magic show, balloon blowing, make your own superhero and princess picture frames, a costume contest, Megilla reading, and dinner. Hundreds of […]
End of Summer Kickoff
Nearly 200 young professionals gathered for an end-of-summer celebration at Craven. This free event was an incredible success, from the excellent venue to the dynamic DJ. Attendees mingled and enjoyed, and were eager to find out when the next event would take place. Thanks to everyone who helped with the event: Erika Kashi, Linda Rasekh, […]
Summer Kickoff Event
SHAI Young Professionals kicked off summer at DL-96 Delancey, with 160 young people in attendance enjoying drinks and great music. Thanks to all those who helped with the event: Erika Goldstein- Kashi, Raphi Frazan, Jeff Kashi, Linda Barhestani, Charlene Yomtobia, Sharon Ahdoot, Shauna Delafraz, Natalie Sanandaji, Daniela Goldstein, and Mike Shakoohi.
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