December 9,
2005
Yachad Lights Up Broadway With “Oscars” Presentation
Hollywood glamour came to the
American Airlines Theatre in Times Square this Monday night, December 5,
as an audience of 250 friends and supporters of Yachad enjoyed
themselves, with the presentation of “OSCARS” for “leading performances”
in support of people with special needs.
“Yachad,” the flagship program of the Orthodox Union’s National Jewish
Council for Disabilities (NJCD), provides unique social, educational and
recreational programs for individuals with developmental, learning and
physical disabilities.
This innovative benefit celebrated the Jewish community’s dedicated
individuals who have consistently starred on behalf of Yachad/NJCD.
According to Steven Spira, NJCD National Chairman, “The show was a hit!
Yachad members and their families, supporters and friends came together
to acknowledge the dedication of several outstanding supporters as well
as to celebrate Yachad’s ongoing achievements on behalf of people with
disabilities.”
Guests received a “Playbill,” listing the distinguished “Who’s Who” in
the cast, along with personalized “advertisements” in honor of the
evening’s Oscar winners. Guests were treated to entertainment by Andy
Statman, the acclaimed klezmer musician, and Cindy Marvell, known as
America’s first lady of juggling.
From L to R: Dr. Jeffrey Lichtman, Director of Yachad/NJCD, presented
the Summer Program Oscar to Eileen Prensky, after the announcement of
the award by Jenny Kellman.
Acclaimed klezmer musician Andy Statman provided entertainment playing a
variety of instruments.
Dr. Lichtman presented Martin and Chari Roth with the Community
Leadership Oscar, after the announcement by Baruch Kinderlehrer.
Dr. Lichtman presented the Vocational Oscar to Alan and Chantal Rocoff,
after the announcement by Elana Talit.
Gail and Binyamin Rieder, seen here with their son Jordan, were winners
of the Young Leadership Oscar.
Esther and Jackie Schlanger, shown here with their family, were winners
of the Family Leadership Oscar.
Oscar winners Martin and Chari Roth are congratulated by Elaine
Grossman, Yachad Oscar coordinator.
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second century of service to the Jewish community of North America and
beyond, is a world leader in community and synagogue services, adult
education, youth work through NCSY, political action through the IPA,
and advocacy for persons with disabilities through Yachad and Our Way.
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