The New York State commission for Social Justice Order of Sons of Italy in America and the MetroNorth Region of B'nai B'rith International cordially invite you to the 32nd Anniversary Celebration of Solidarity Between the Jewish and Italian-American Communities - "Promoting better relations through education" The Lehman-LaGuardia Award for Civic Achievement will be presented to: Joseph J. DiTrapaniOrder of Songs of Italy in America National President and Roy NiederhofferChairman of the Niederhoffer Foundation Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 9:00 AMHoliday Inn 215 Sunnyside Boulevard Plainview, New York 11803 > Register
 The B'nai B'rith Young Professionals Network has a great volunteering event coming up and we'd like you to join us! On Sunday, May 5, 2013, we'll be partnering with NYC Service to paint the Child Care Center at the Riis Development Center, a New York City Housing Authority facility that suffered damage due to Hurricane Sandy. Painting supplies will be provided. We'd love for you to come out and make a difference for those who are still being affected by Hurricane Sandy. Limited space available. RSVP to Eric at sumberg@gmail.com
 The B'nai B'rith New York Real Estate Unit is pleased to announce that Scott Alper, partner and Chief Investment Officer of The Witkoff Group LLC (“TWG”), will speak at our next luncheon on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 on “A Developer’s Perspective on New York’s Future.” Place: The Cornell Club—6 East 44th Street, Fourth Floor, New York, N.Y. Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Time: Reception – 12:00 Noon Buffet Luncheon – 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost: $70.00 PER PERSON UP TO TWO DAYS IN ADVANCE $80.00 PER PERSON AT THE DOOR > Download the RSVP formPlease reserve and send checks to: B’nai B’rith Real Estate Unitc/o Ms. Aracelis Kuilan BDO Seidman, LLP 100 Park Avenue, 10th Floor New York, NY 10017 Telephone: (212) 885-7239 Facsimile: (212) 885-8118 Email Address: akuilan@bdo.comAbout Scott AlperMr. Alper is a partner and Chief Investment Officer of The Witkoff Group LLC (“TWG”). TWG has owned and operated over 10,000 residential units and over 20 million square feet of office over the past 23 years, a majority located in New York with select investment in other major U.S. CBD’s and London. Scott is responsible for overseeing TWG’s investments, management, leasing, development, financing and dispositions. Scott joined The Witkoff Group in 1997 and has overseen both equity and structured investments predominately in office, multi-family and hospitality asset classes. He holds a BS from the New York University Stern School of Business and currently is on the Board of Governors of the Real Estate Board of New York (“REBNY”).
 Join the B'nai B'rith Young Professionals Network of New York City for a discussion with Gil Hoffman, Chief Political Correspondent and Analyst for the Jerusalem Post, on "Red States, Blue States, and the Jewish State: An insider's perspective from Jerusalem on the second terms of Netanyahu and Obama" Tuesday, April 30, 2013RSVP to Renee at ypn@bnaibrith.orgLight refreshments and wine will be served. The location of the event is in Midtown and will be shared to confirmed attendees. Cost: Free* *But donations are encouraged to support the national B'nai B'rith Young Professional Network Mitzvah Project: The B'nai B'rith Israel Emergency Fund which provides funds to promote activities for children affected by terrorism. About Gil HoffmanGil Hoffman is the chief political correspondent and analyst for The Jerusalem Post. He has interviewed every major figure across the Israeli political spectrum, has been interviewed by top media on six continents and is a regular analyst on CNN, Al-Jazeera and other news outlets. Called "the most optimistic man in Israel" by Israel Television, Hoffman's writing and TV appearances provide a behind-the-scenes look at the intrigue and humor in the Israeli political arena. Hoffman, who was raised in Chicago, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Northwestern University's School of Journalism and wrote for The Miami Herald and Arizona Republic before moving to Israel. A reserve soldier in the IDF's Spokesperson Unit, he has lectured in seven countries and 46 US states. He lives in Jerusalem with his wife and two children.
 Partnership with AEPi Fraternity Vital to Ensuring Holocaust Remembrance
B’nai B’rith International is observing Holocaust Remembrance Day with its annual program “Unto Every Person There is a Name,” now in its 24th year. B’nai B’rith is the official North American sponsor of the program created by Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. Participants name the victims of the Shoah and where and when they were born and died. The ceremonies occur on the 27th day of the month of Nissan on the Jewish calendar. These observances honor more victims each year, as the project collects more names.
Yad Vashem’s—Israel’s official Holocaust museum and research center—suggested theme for this year’s Yom Hashoah is “Defiance and Rebellion during the Holocaust: 70 Years since the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.” Throughout the week of April 8, B’nai B’rith groups and committees will hold programs across North America that include speakers and readings in synagogues, Jewish community centers and public places such as Holocaust Memorials and community parks.
“It’s incredible to watch how ‘Unto Every Person There is a Name’ has grown since its inception in 1989,” B’nai B’rith International President Allan J. Jacobs said. “It is important that we never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust and individually recognize all those who perished.”
In addition to community observances, B’nai B’rith partners with the Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) fraternity for “We Walk to Remember” on 110 college campuses throughout the United States, Canada, Israel and the United Kingdom. Members of AEPi will participate in both the walk and “Unto Every Person There is a Name” programming.
Speaking from the Walk at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., B’nai B’rith International Executive Vice President Daniel S. Mariaschin said, “I’m honored to take part in ‘We Walk to Remember.’ B’nai B’rith has a great partnership with AEPi and we’re wholly behind its efforts to make sure the Holocaust is never forgotten by today’s youth.”
This is the 5th year B’nai B’rith and AEPi have worked together on Holocaust Remembrance Day programming. The combination of the two powerful programs has created a lasting impact on campuses across the globe. It demonstrates that young people on campus understand the importance of remembering and have taken on the responsibility to tell the story of the victims of the Holocaust.
“‘We Walk to Remember’ is a program that quintessentially represents what it means to be in Alpha Epsilon Pi,” said AEPi Howard M. Lorber Director of Jewish and Philanthropy Programming Adam Maslia. “Stepping up as leaders in the Jewish community in partnership with B'nai B'rith International, the brothers of AEPi have crafted the world's largest on-campus Holocaust commemoration event that is so simple, yet so impactful and effective in ensuring that the world never forgets the atrocities of the Shoah."
On the morning of April 8, the B’nai B’rith World Center in Jerusalem and the Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael (KKL-JNF) held a unique joint Holocaust commemoration ceremony dedicated to the heroism of Jews who rescued fellow Jews during the Holocaust. Taking place at the Martyr’s Forest “Scroll of Fire” Plaza with about 900 people in attendance, 29 Rescuers Citations were awarded to Jews who employed subterfuge, forgery, smuggling, concealment and other methods to ensure that some Jews survived the Holocaust in Europe or assisted them in escaping to a safe haven.
See photos and videos from select events across the U.S. and in Israel:
 The B'nai B'rith New York Real Estate Unit is pleased to announce that Joe Moinian, President of The Moinian Group, will speak at our next luncheon on Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Place: The Cornell Club—6 East 44th Street, Fourth Floor, New York, N.Y. Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 Time: Reception – 12:00 Noon Buffet Luncheon – 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cost: $70.00 PER PERSON UP TO TWO DAYS IN ADVANCE $80.00 PER PERSON AT THE DOOR > Download the registration form Please reserve and send checks to: B’nai B’rith Real Estate Unitc/o Ms. Aracelis Kuilan BDO Seidman, LLP 100 Park Avenue, 10th Floor New York, NY 10017 Telephone: (212) 885-7239 Facsimile: (212) 885-8118 Email Address: akuilan@bdo.comAbout Joseph MoinanJoseph Moinian is known for his investment, development and management strategies, forging new neighborhoods and spearheading the transformation and enhancement of property values and environments. The New York City based developer, investor and long-term owner of prime real estate nationwide is recognized for pioneering of emerging neighborhoods in major metropolitan cities across the United States. Founded by Mr. Moinian in 1982, The Moinian Group today has a portfolio of more than 20 million square feet of property – and is among the only national real estate entities to develop, own and operate properties across every asset category, including office, hotel, retail, condos and rental apartments. Currently the largest landlord in Lower Manhattan, Mr. Moinian was the first to make new investments in that market, stepping up to affirm the rebound of that market. In addition, his developments on the Far West Side of Manhattan have allowed him to amass the largest private portfolio of properties in that market. Joseph Moinian is a member of the Board of Governors of the Real Estate Board of New York and sits on the boards of the Skyline Museum. He currently serves as chairman of the Real Estate Division of the UJA. Moinian is also a noted philanthropist who supports the arts, civic organizations and healthcare issues. He resides with his wife Nazee and their five children in Manhattan.
 Schenectady B’nai B’rith and the Schenectady JCC announce a program in which renowned author Stanley Woods-Frankel, a forensic dentist, will read from his latest hit novel and speak about his recent research trip.
An optional bagels and lox breakfast will be served at 10 a.m. prior to the reading and lecture at 10:30 a.m. There is no admission charge to the reading and lecture.
The cost of the breakfast is $5.
For information, call 518-377-8803.
Schenectady JCC
2565 Balltown Road
565 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, N.Y. 12309
Sunday, March 24, 2013
 March 24, 2013 ~ Project H.O.P.E. - B'nai B'rith MetroNorth Region serving New YorkOn Sunday. March 24, 2013 volunteers packed and delivered food packages to hundreds of needy families on Long Island to help them celebrate Passover. Attendees joined in and gave, not only money, but time and effort to help in the packing and delivery of these packages to those who will be eagerly waiting for them. David Moonitz & Deanna Friedman served as the Long Island Chairs for Project H.O.P.E. and volunteers packed goods at the GAUL IMPORTING CORPORATION in Syoset, NY. To continue to support Project HO.P.E. in the future, please send checks to: B'NAI B'RITH PROJECT H.O.P.E.P.O. Box 972 Syosset, NY 11791 > Make an online donation to support Project H.O.P.E.Volunteers can help our planning in the future by downloading and completing this form and returning it to B'nai B'rith Project H.O.P.E.
 Download Project H.O.P.E. Information
 A delegation of leaders from B’nai B’rith International met with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on March 20 to discuss such pressing issues as Israel’s treatment at the United Nations, the growing nuclear threat Iran poses to the world and the situation in Syria, among other subjects.
B’nai B’rith International President Allan J. Jacobs and Executive Vice President Daniel S. Mariaschin led the delegation.
“We had an opportunity to have an open conversation with the secretary-general about issues of great concern to Israel,” Jacobs said.
At United Nations offices in New York, Paris, Geneva, Santiago and Vienna B’nai B’rith has engaged U.N. officials and representatives of dozens of nations, advocating for Israel and speaking out for the advancement of human rights.
After the meeting with Ban, Mariaschin noted: “B’nai B’rith has been active at the United Nations since its founding. In that time, we’ve had the opportunity to advocate for human rights and the fair treatment of Israel at U.N. forums. It was important to meet with the secretary-general to ensure certain issues stay at the forefront of the United Nations’ attention.”
Joining Jacobs and Mariaschin in the delegation: Joel S. Kaplan, Woodmere, N.Y.; Seymour D. Reich, New York; Gary P. Saltzman, Centennial, Colo.; Charles O. Kaufman, Austin, Texas; Bruce Pascal, North Potomac, Md.; and Matthew Waas, Arlington, Va.
 B'nai B'rith welcomed Bruce E. Mosler, Chairman of Global Brokerage at Cushman & Wakefield, as our speak at the B’nai B’rith New York Real Estate luncheon on Wednesday, March 6, 2013. Mr. Mosler spoke about the "State of the Industry and Manhattan” at The Cornell Club, 6 East 44th Street, Fourth Floor, New York, N.Y. For more information on the program or the New York Real Estate Unit, please contact: B’nai B’rith Real Estate Unit c/o Ms. Aracelis Kuilan BDO Seidman, LLP 100 Park Avenue, 10th Floor New York, NY 10017 Telephone: (212) 885-7239 Facsimile: (212) 885-8118 Email Address: akuilan@bdo.com
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