Last month, Bnai Shalom hosted its third annual Bingo and Tricky Tray Fundraiser, raising over $2800 after security costs and other expenses. This event is currently the largest programming fundraiser this year, which is why its success was so important. There were forty-six people who participated in the bingo, and many others who participated in the tricky tray. Just as important as the revenues collected was our gratitude for the many people who donated their time and efforts to ensure this event was a success. The items collected for the tricky tray were donated by our congregants, staff, and friends of the congregation. Over twenty members of our congregation and staff volunteered their time to prepare the tricky tray items, set up for the event, and work the tricky tray and bingo stations. This was another shining example of the commitment of our congregation towards ensuring Bnai Shalom will exist for generations to come. We are so proud of our Bnai Shalom family for coming together to support this event. We thank the following people for their contribution of time and efforts, including five friends of the congregation.
Howard Nathanson – event chair, Marc Abo, Aliette Abo, Marsha Abraham, Barbara Asteak, Nancy Belgrade, Lisa Brintz, Harvey Cartine, Nancy Ebert, Samantha Ebert, Emily Evans, Jonada Evans, Barry Glassman, Lauren Glick, Jen Greene, Herman Gross, Irene Kurpen, Joanne Murray, Jill Nathanson, Mitch Rabinowitz, Rabbi Adrienne Rubin, Susan Rush, Gena Santini, Barbara Schultz, Laura Schultz, Vickie Semmel, Robin Smith, Sue Sosnow, and Donna Stamets
In addition, we want to thank the following nineteen local businesses for their generous support of our tricky tray. Their donations accounted for twenty percent of the items available.
AAA Northampton, Bardon Lanes – Palmer Township, Bethlehem Township Community Center, Bouquets and Things Florist - Easton, ESSA Bank – Easton, EZ Money II – Bethlehem, Frank's Pizza – Birkland Place – Easton, George's Luncheonette – Easton, Lowes – Easton, Lube Plus – Phillipsburg NJ, Nazareth Diner, Redner's Markets – Easton, Sam's Club/Walmart – Easton, Samuel Adams Corporation, Tractor Supply Company – Nazareth, Valley Sports and Spine Center – Bethlehem, Valley View Diner – Nazareth, Weis Markets – Easton, and Williams Restaurant – Easton
This event is just another example of why we are so proud to be members of Bnai Shalom and how blessed we are to be part of this congregation.
Vickie Semmel and Howard Nathanson Co-Presidents
SERVING THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF EASTON SINCE 1839