2003
December 2003
Monday 1 December 2003
Mon 1 Dec. Aboard Holland America's Luxurious ms Volendam. The American Jewish League for Israel is offering our members and friends fantastic ports of call and exciting dventures at an unbelievable price. Departing Ft. Lauderdale, includes Willemstad, Curacoa; Isla de Margarita, Venezuela; Port of Spain, Trinidad; Port de France, Martinique; St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands; Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. Portion of the fees are tax deductible. Jeff Scheckner, Executive Director, 212-371-1583. Starting at $880. American Jewish League for Israel - [more][website][email][events]
Mon 1 Dec. Call for papers, due 12/1/3. Call for information, and the submission of titles and abstracts (ca. 250 words). An international conference: Turks and Palestine: A 1000 Years of Relations on 6/21 to 6/23/2004 with Itzhaq Ben-Zvi Institute For the Study of Eretz-Israel and the Heritage of Sephardi and Eastern Jewry. The language of the conference will be English, with possibility of simultaneous translation to enable papers in Hebrew and Turkish. Since the ninth century C.E., Turkish military and political elites have played a key role in the history of Palestine. Papers should combine original research with broad issues in the history of the country, the larger region and beyond. Some subsidies for travel and stay in Jerusalem should be available. Mount Scopus, Jerusalem, 91905. Prof. Reuven Amitai, 972-5883659. Institute of Asian and African Studies, Hebrew University of Jerusalem - [email][events]
Monday 8 December 2003
Mon 8 Dec, 7 pm. Following the Prime Minister's Reception, Ari Fleischer will be the keynote speaker at the Jewish Federation's annual Leadership Gifts Event and dinner at 7 pm at a private country club in Boca Raton. This event is designed for those who have given a minimum gift of $55,000 to the Federation/UJA 2004 Campaign. Irv and Carol Smokler of Boca Raton are co-chairs for the dinner. Bessemer Trust has graciously agreed to underwrite the cost of the event. Reservations are required. Boca Raton. Toby, 561-852-6034. Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County - [email][events]
Monday 15 December 2003
Mon 15 Dec, 5:30 pm. At a private country club. On behalf of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County's 2003-2004 UJA/Campaign. Retired U.S. Army General Wesley Clark, former Nato supreme Allied Commander in Europe, will deliver the keynote address. A minimum gift of $10,000 to the Federation is required to attend. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Boca Raton, 33433. Anita Shalley, 561-852-3131. Women's Division of Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County - [email][events]
Thursday 18 December 2003
Thu 18 Dec. One of the most exciting, inspiring events of 2003, saluting Israel on the occasion of its 55th anniversary. Washington. Myra Clark-Siegel, (202) 462-8994. $36 to $1000. The Israel Forever Foundation - [more][events]
Sunday 21 December 2003
Sun 21 Dec. Fly from Los Angeles to Bangkok. 5 nights in deluxe hotel, 2 nights in the North in Changmai and relax on the beaches of Pattaya for 3 nights. Airport transfers and touring included. Excursions, include full day to the Dumnernsaduak Floating Market, lunch and a Thai Folklore Show at the Rose Garden. Half day visit to the Royal Palace (which could be described as Disneyland) and tour of city with many Wats (Temples) and the Emerald Buddha. In Changmai tour the cottage industries, visit one of the Hill Tribes, tour and show at an Elephant work camp with highlighted Elephant ride thru the jungle. In Pattaya, relaxing 3 days of sun, and visit to the Coral Island. Bangkok is also well known, besides its fascinating culture, for its major variety of very low co. 800-444-9250, 314-994-9600. $2395. Premier Jewish Singles - [more][website][email][events]
Thursday 25 December 2003
Thu 25 Dec, 1 am. This beautiful destination is being offered again for the holiday period; the weather is warm and the scenery is beautiful. We fly from Miami to the capital, San Jose for 1 night and then begin our adventure, spending 2 nights in the Poas Volcano National Forest (a tropical rain forest) and 2 nights in the Los Angeles Cloud Forest Private Reserve. One of the many highlights will be a raft float trip down the Corobici River to view the incredible flora, fauna and wildlife. Next we travel to the scenic area located on the Northern Pacific Coast to relax and enjoy the beaches. All breakfasts, some lunches and dinners included. $550 single supplement. 800-444-9250, 314-994-9600. $2395. Premier Jewish Singles - [more][website][email][events]
Wednesday 31 December 2003
Wed 31 Dec. Isralight's Spiritual Retreat is the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate your mind and body and give you a new vitality. Sports, yoga, massage therapy, meditation, interactive learning groups, campfires, classes, evening entertainment and live music nightly. Treat yourself to a delicious healthy kosher gourmet cuisine while relaxing by the pool and lakefront. With Isralight's world-class rabbinic team, you will explore the ancient wisdom of Torah, Talmud and Kabbalah. Discover the secrets to creating lasting and loving relationships. Includes all accommodations, meals, activities, classes and more. Falls Village. Isralight retreat office, 212-595-5004. $295-$450. Isralight New York - [website][email][events]
Wed 31 Dec. Celebrate the New Year with friends at the Inn. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne and a traditional pork and sauerkraut buffet at midnight. Special overnight packages complete with the next morning's breakfast are available. Reservations required. Historic Roscoe Village, 381 Hill St, Coshocton, 43812. Angie Ianniello, Special Events, 800.877.1830. Call for info. Historic Roscoe Village - [website][email][events]