The Jewish Community Federation of the Mohawk Valley cordially invites you to the 2024-25 Campaign Kickoff Dinner:
Sunday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m.
Jewish Community Center Auditorium
With special guest: Writer and Comedian Joel Chasnoff
Admission is free. For reservations, please call (315) 733-2343.
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 4 p.m.
Please join us for an evening of good food, laughter and frank conversation with Israeli-American writer and comedian, Joel Chasnoff.
Author and winner of the National Jewish Book Award for his latest book, “Israel 201,” Chasnoff wears multiple hats. A versatile and polished stand-up comedian and speaker with over 20 years of performances in multiple countries, he will make us smile and speak with us about the biggest issues facing Israel and American Jewry today. Chasnoff will weave meaningful stories and comedic performance into a glue that will help bond our Jewish community closer together.
Chasnoff grew up in Evanston, Illinois, where he attended Solomon Schechter Day School and Camp Ramah. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, he joined the IDF, serving as a tank gunner in the Golan Heights and South Lebanon. Chasnoff currently lives in Ra’anana, Israel, with his wife and four children.
Doors will open at 5:45 p.m. There is no admission charge. Dinner includes Israeli salads and sandwiches, as well as baked salmon and steamed vegetables. Please call the J.C.C. at (315) 733-2343 to make your reservation. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 4 p.m.