Thursday, October 20, 7:30 p.m.
H. David Meyers and Dr. John Gottdiener will host a National Concert Fundraising Celebration to benefit the Center. They will be joined by members of the Washington Symphony. The evening will include cocktails, lively entertainment and magical music. Tickets are $75 and will be available September 1 at the box office or by contacting Jodi Kurtis at 301-348-3814.
PRESIDENT'S PREVIEW PARTY FOR BOOK FESTIVAL PATRONS
Thursday, November 3
The Washington Post calls him "devastatingly funny," and Jerry Seinfeld says that he is the "funniest, most intelligent, coolest comedian." They are talking about comedian Robert Klein, who will be appearing at the Center on Thursday, November 3 at 6:30 p.m. for the President's Preview Party to kick off the 36th Annual Book Festival. For more than 40 years, Klein has entertained audiences as a comedian with his stand-up routines and as an actor on Broadway, and in various television and movie roles. In his first book, The Amorous Busboy of Decatur Avenue, he takes us on an adventurous ride to New York, Chicago and Los Angeles in the 50s and 60s. In this funny, poignant and affectionate coming-of-age memoir, he recounts his journey in a style that is true Robert Klein: witty, honest, self-questioning and contagiously funny. Robert Klein is sure to have everyone laughing for a night that you won't want to miss. This is just one of the benefits you receive for being a patron of the Book Festival. Patron levels starts at $180 for two. Please call 301-348-3778 for more information.
DINNER OF CHAMPIONS
Saturday, November 19
The 14th annual Greater Washington DC Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Dinner of Champions will honor local Jewish sports figures. Event proceeds help support JCC programs for children and adults with special needs. Inductees to be honored this year include: Steve Gittleson, Shay Doron, Dave Elfin, Dave Feldman, Daniel Snyder, Mark Karver and Herman Littman (posthumous award). For more information, call Eva Cowen at 301-348-3881.
FROM MY ATTIC
February 5-19
Preview Night Saturday, February 4, 8-9:30 p.m.
Opening Reception Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m
Do you have framed or unframed paintings, prints, posters, photography, sculpture, porcelain or decorative household items that you want to get rid of but they are too valuable to toss? Donate them to the "From My Attic" Art Show! We will accept artwork beginning September 1, which will later be displayed for sale to benefit Goldman Art Gallery educational and artistic shows and programs. For details, call Donna King at 301-348-3773.
SOCIETY FOR THE ARTS MAJOR BENEFACTOR RECEPTION
Spring 2006-Date TBA
In lieu of a "Council for the Arts Ball" or "Big Event," we have created the Society for the Arts, a very special way to participate in experiencing and funding the arts at the JCC. Impresario, Producer and Director level members who join the Society for the Arts during the 2004-2005 season will be invited to attend an intimate reception to celebrate the arts in a private home this spring.
THE ANNUAL JCC "KIDDUSH CUP" GOLF TOURNAMENT
Early June-Date TBA
Join Ace Sponsor United Bank for a day of golf on the greens, and help bring in some "green" for the JCC's programs serving frail senior adults in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. Watch Center Scene for details.
