About Hazak
Hazak is a vibrant special interest group dedicated to serving the social, intellectual, and religious needs of the Beth David 55+ community. Its goal is to promote Judaism through projects and meaningful experiences in and outside the synagogue. Please join us if you’re 55+ Email [email protected]
Hazak- Brooklyn Odyssey: My Journey out of Hasidism (social hall)
Sunday, October 18, 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Growing up in Crown Heights, Brooklyn as a member of the Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic Orthodox Jewish community, Zalman Newfield was raised in an atmosphere of strict gender segregation, rigorous religious education, and nearly all-consuming ritual practices. Trained to be a Lubavitch emissary, he traveled around the world doing Jewish outreach to help usher in the messianic redemption. In Brooklyn Odyssey: My Journey out of Hasidism Newfield describes how he gained perspective through reading, travel, and education and abandoned the faith of his youth.
The cost is $10 per person. Please RSVP by October 16 by emailing Hazak here.
Hazak Chanukah Extravaganza (Social Hall)
Sunday, December 6, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
A delightful forshpeiz to the Festival of Lights! Enjoy a New York deli supper with latkes and dessert, followed by a delightful movie all in the company of friends. Cost os $25 per person. RSVP by November 29 by emailing Hazak here.