Many times, the Board has discussed options for increasing the utilization of our Bnai Shalom to increase revenues. Our options are limited because of liability, security, safety, and other concerns.
Last year, we were presented with an opportunity to consider renting our social hall to the Pennsylvania Sinfonia, which was looking for a venue to perform a concert. After meetings and discussions, Bnai Shalom was chosen as the venue for their April 2026 concert. Last month, the Sinfonia, composed of 36 musicians, performed in our Bnai Shalom home for an audience of about 150 people.
A post-performance reception was also held in Founders' Hall. The event was a great success for both the Pennsylvania Sinfonia and Bnai Shalom. We are hopeful the Sinfonia will consider using Bnai Shalom for future concerts.
We want to thank everyone who supported this event and send out a special yasher koach to our members who donated time and talents to help us make this event a great success: Nancy Ebert, Samantha Ebert, Barry Glassman, Hannah Glassman, Laura Schultz, and Robin Smith.
Vickie Semmel and Howard Nathanson
Bnai Shalom Co-Presidents
SERVING THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF EASTON SINCE 1839