Events
Ezra JEWneration program and Europe-Israel trip
Have you been dying to go back to Israel? Want to learn more about the Jewish History and Jewish tradition from the source? Want to do it in an open and liberating environment? Always wanted to visit Europe and see what the Jewish community is like there? Want to learn about the Holocaust and Jewish leadership?
Get ready for our extra-ordinary program and once-in-a-lifetime experience! Ezra JEWneration program is a sophisticated, mature, and in-depth look into Judaism's view of the world and humanity, leadership skills, and a Holocaust study. It includes 10 weekly sessions, two shabbatons and a trip to Europe and Israel.
Start the trip by touring in Europe, visiting multiple cities and towns with a rich Jewish history, learning about what used to be and what's left after WWII. During this part of the trip you will learn and experience places and stories that will change your life forever. See and hear about the Holocaust with your own eyes and ears. After a few days in Europe the group will travel to Israel.
Once in Israel, you will learn about the revival of the Jewish nation. We will explore Israel and learn about the history of Israel and its people. In addition to touring you will be offered to take part in a short series of fascinating classes which will make the connection between the land of Israel and the Jewish classical texts. Meet new people, learn about your people and about yourself, and have an experience of a lifetime!
Program details:
This program is currently for residents of NY area.
*10 weekly sessions 5pm-8.30pm on Sundays:
Classes start March 3rd - May 27th (every Sunday).
The classes will take place at the Ezra USA Center .
311 Sea Breeze Avenue,
Brooklyn, NY 11224
Participants of Ezra JEWneration program meet for a total of 10 sessions during the semester. The sessions will feature:
- A lecture or interactive program exploring major Jewish ideas and core Jewish texts
- Learning about Israel and Jewish leadership
- Learning about the history of the Holocaust
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be eligible for a trip to Israel and Europe.
* 2 shabbatons
Locations and Dates TBD
*Trip to Europe and Israel
Fee for the trip: $600
The Trip will take place in May 2012
Dates: TBA
In Europe:
In Europe, participants will learn about the Jewish life in Europe prior to WWII and then they'll visit concentration camps as they learn about the destruction of the European Jewry.
In Israel:
We will be bonding with the land through various experiences, exploring the beautiful sights and geographical hot-spots of our ancient homeland. Every morning we will connect intellectually and spiritually to our rich, Jewish heritage through lectures, talks and discussions. You will also learn about Holocaust, visit Yad VaShem (the World's Largest Museum of Holocaust), and develop your leadership skills.
Spots are limited! Registration is now open for the fall semester program!
Participants must attend:
- 9 out of 10 sessions
- 2 shabbatons
- Trip to Europe and Israel
You must be:
- Jewish
- 18-30 years old
Participants must attend:
- 9 out of 10 sessions
- 2 shabbatons
-Trip to Europe and Israel
Who's eligible?
You must be:
--Jewish
--18-30 years old
Application process:
1) Fill out the application (after we process your application, we will contact you to schedule an interview)
2) Personal interview
Poker Night
The 3rd Annual Poker Tournament Fundraiser
The “Lone Soldiers" of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are young men and women from all around the world who come to Israel alone and leave behind their home, friends and family to join the IDF to defend the existence and strengthen the security of the state of Israel. The importance and contribution of the Lone Soldiers to Israel and to the IDF is immeasurable.
We, at Ezra USA as part of our ongoing support of the state of Israel, are proud to host the upcoming 3rd Annual Poker Night whose proceeds will go towards The Flights for Lone Soldiers Program at FIDF. This program funds the airfare for lone soldiers, enabling them to travel back to their country of origin. The soldiers are then free to spend time with their loved ones and share experiences from IDF and Israeli life.
Every month, Lone Soldiers apply to visit their families abroad. With the help of your support, we can help make this a reality for some of them and reunite them with their loved ones.
Dmitriy Salita's Upcoming Fight
Ezra USA, Salita Promotions and Universal Boxing are proud to announce Dmitriy "Star of David" Salita's (31-1-1, 16 KO) upcoming fight for the IBA Welterweight World Title against "Mighty" Mike Anchondo (30-3, 19 KO) on December 16 at Roseland Ballroom in Time Square, NYC.
Dmitriy is coming off of an impressive performance against Franklin Gonzalez on his first self-promoted show "The Redemption" in September (televised exclusively by The Jewish Channel).
Dmitriy started his early preparations for his upcoming title bout in September training at Universal Boxing Club in Queens, NY with his trainer Nirmal Lorick. Over the last few weeks Dmitriy relocated to the Kronk Gym in Detroit, to work with one of the best in the business the legendary trainer and manager Emanuel Steward. Emanuel has followed Dmitriy's career from U.S. Nationals, Golden Gloves and now as a professional.
Steward has also given some boxing lessons to Detroit's own, rapper, record producer, and actor Marshall Mathers aka Eminem who, at the time, was preparing to play Salita in a Walt Disney film titled "Knockout."
"I am enjoying my time at the Kronk," said Salita. "Emanuel Steward's experience is providing me with a great deal of boxing education, while working with world champions and top prospects. Winning a world title is my destiny and I will face it head on December 16."
Reggae superstar, Matisyahu will accompany Dmitriy to the ring with a special performance.
For a discount tickets for Ezra USA members
Last Day to Register is December 15
For more details end more tickets options visit:
WWW.DSALITA.COM , or call 917-440-3278
EZRA USA Presents:
Friday Night Dinner
Every month we have a Shabbat dinner. We are able to have these Shabbat dinners thanks to the generous sponsorship of the UJA- Federation. We begin the dinner with Kiddush, Netyalat Yadayim and Hamotzi. Throughout the meal there is a lot of interaction between the participants, who begin to realize that Shabbat Dinner is a time for friends and family and that there is a certain beauty to this sacred tradition. After the festive meal we begin the educational part. Every Shabbat dinner contains a number of Jewish-themed activities run by the Madrichim of EZRA USA, The purpose of these lectures is to inform and answer any questions about the Jewish world in a very relaxed and friendly environment.
