August 28, 2008   27 Av 5768
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THE RENAISSANCE CLUB  

A Year of Fun on the Calendar

 

Once again, we welcome all Temple members 49 and over to join us in Renaissance, where the fun lasts all year long.

 

We ended the summer, with a cruise to see the New Jersey lighthouses on August 24. We start our yearlong lineup of events on Sunday, September 14, at 6 p.m., with our Kickoff Dinner, with Flavian’s mindreading game show.

 

On Sunday, Nov. 9, join us as we go to the Jewish Heritage Museum in New York. We will see Golda’s Balcony at the George Street Playhouse on Saturday, Nov. 15. Then Sunday, Jan. 11, we’re off to a Turkish Restaurant. On May 17, we’re planning a trip to Lancaster. Dues for the year are $10 per person. Looking forward to seeing you at our Kickoff Dinner.

 

Call 732.679.2799 or email Bobbie or Burt Jakowitz

 

Provides opportunities for all Temple members 49+ to gather for social, cultural and educational activities.

 

THE EVENTS OF 2007-2008

  • On August 5 we went on a cruise to see the environmental sights of Raritan Bay.
  • Saturday, September 29, we learned social and ballroom dancing at our Kick-Off dinner.
  • Sunday, October 21, we went in a deluxe Motor Coach to the Renault Winery for brunch and tour and then off to Atlantic City.
  • Saturday, January 12, was Game Nite. We included board games, word games, team games and old-fashion street games plus dinner. This was a lot of fun. If you weren't there, we are sorry you missed such a good evening.
  • Sunday, March 2 was a Rabbi/Moslem Comedy team. Afterwards, 25 of us went to Harold's to dine in our reserved seats.
  • Interested in suggesting a get-away?  Contact Renee or Stu Kaplow.

Other events are being planned, such as an “overnight” in May to Newport, RI, and a trip to the Great White Way.

Dues for the year are $10 per person. Questions? Contact Bobbie or Burt Jacowitz.

 

THE EVENTS OF 2006-2007

  • At our annual Kick-Off Dinner, nationally recognized comedian Terry McGrath entertained us. We produced a Mystery Dinner Theatre, Dinner With The Don.
  • We swung our partners, danced the loop-de-loop and had a good ole time during our Square Dancing night.
  • We did a three-day “overnight” in Newport, Rhode Island.
  • Many of those 49+, joined us for our last 2006-2007 Season dinner!
  • Final breakfast of the year! We started planning the 2007-2008 activities.
  • We sailed the mighty waters on an ecological cruise of the Hudson-Raritan Esturary, its tributaries and watershed.  We circled Staten Island, and learned about the graveyard of ships and the Kill.

THE EVENTS OF 2005-2006

  • We had or Kick-Off dinner and dancing at the Temple on Sunday, September 18th. A great time was had by all during the evening, especially the ballroom dancing lessons. 
  • We celebrated the ending of the Temple's production of  "Oklahoma" with another dinner get-together at Ruby Palace.
  • Sundays seem to be important day to have Renaissance events. On March 5th, we enjoyed the Conductorcise Program. We energetically learned to exercise while conducting music. This was a lot of fun. Sorry you missed it.
  • We gathered for a Theater Get-Together and saw 'What The Butler Saw" at the Two River Theater in Red Bank.
  • In June, we traveled to the Culinary Institute Of America. Wouldn't you know it, we ate there as well.

Contact our co-chairs, Burt+Bobbi Jacowitz for information about The Renaissance Group.

 

KICKOFF  

Rennaissance Kick Off Dinner - Sunday, September 14th at 6:00PM

 

Flavian presents the Mind’s Eye, a mind reading game show with audience participation. $5 plus your $10 annual membership.  RSVP by September 8th to the Temple office.

NY MUSEUM of JEWISH HERITAGE  

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

WRITE A CHECK TO RESERVE THE DATE!

DO IT NOW!

 

The Renaissance trip to the New York Museum of Jewish Heritage will be on Sunday, November 9. We'll meet at the Museum at 11am and will be guided by a trained docent. This is a really great museum and we know it will be a wonderful experience.

 

Following the museum experience we'll have a mid-afternoon meal at the Spanish Pavilion in Newark.

 

The cost of the museum, including docent, will be $12.00 per person. The cost of the meal will be $25 per person.

 

There is parking near the museum and we'll provide driving instructions as well as menu selections in advance of the trip.

 

To reserve your place on the trip your check must be in the Temple office no later than September 10!


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