Chabad of Roslyn invites you to enjoy
Saturday Night Out!
A.K.A. “Melava Malka” - The special meal customarily eaten at the conclusion of Shabbat to escort out the “Shabbat Queen”.
Saturday Evening, February 4, 7:30 PM.
At the home of Sherlin and Sam Novel, 2 Colt Place, Old Westbury.
Commemorating the auspicious day of the Tenth of the Month of Shevat, anniversary of passing of the previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Y. Schneerson, and subsequent assuming of leadership by the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. A most propitious time to gather together for inspiration, L’chaim, and blessing.
* Dairy and Pareve Buffet Dinner and Sushi
* Video Presentation of the Rebbe
* Guest Speaker: Devorah Halberstam
Devorah is the mother of Ari Halberstam who was killed in one of the first terrorist attacks in America – the infamous 1994 “Brooklyn Bridge Van Shooting”. (In which our Rabbi Reiter was miraculously spared.) Devorah’s family had a uniquely close relationship with the Rebbe and Rebbetzin. She will share amazing and inspiring stories, miracles, and experiences.
Advance reservation/payment only please! RSVP by January 30 at www.ChabadRoslyn.com/donate or 516-484-3500. Requested Donation: $18.
About Devorah Halberstam: Grief and fury over her son’s murder transformed Mrs. Halberstam into an activist against terrorism and hate. She brought the first lawsuit in the history of American jurisprudence against the manufacturer of machine guns sold in gun kits. She advocated for the passing of Ari’s Law as part of a comprehensive gun-control bill. With Governor George Pataki, Mrs. Halberstam authored the first New York State laws to counter terrorism, and was appointed by the governor to serve on the first New York State Commission on Terrorism. She regularly helps train security officials on terrorism-related issues, giving seminars to police and FBI agents, flying to Army bases to lecture soldiers, teaching Border Patrol agents and meeting with security officials from overseas. Presently Devorah Halberstam is the director of Foundation and Government Services at the Jewish Children's Museum, which she helped build in memory of her son Ari. The museum is an interactive 50,000 square-foot facility which focuses on the history and culture of the Jewish people, with its mission being to promote tolerance and understanding through education.
We look forward to you joining us!