[ha-Safran]: AJL Convention - Many thanks!

2010-07-09 Thread Heidi G Lerner
I would like to add my thanks and deep appreciation to all of you who worked so hard to organize and host my colleagues and me at this wonderful 2010 AJL Convention. From the moment of my arrival until my departure Wednesday morning, everything flowed smoothly and I was able to thoroughly enjoy

[ha-Safran]: A new book of original Yiddish songs by David Botwinik

2010-07-09 Thread arthur kiron
Dear Safranim - I just learned about a new publication which I think will interest many of you. It's a book of original Yiddish songs: From Holocaust to Life (Fun khurbn tsum lebn). Vilna-born Montreal composer David Botwinik presents his life's work, a collection of 56 original musical com

[ha-Safran]: A Note from the AJL President

2010-07-09 Thread James Rosenbloom
Hello. I am looking forward to the next two years as president of AJL. We have just completed a very successful convention. I want to thank Toby Harris and the local and national committees for a wonderful job. Toby did an exceptional job, and was incredibly calm. I can't thank her enough

[ha-Safran]: French family name JUIF

2010-07-09 Thread Schelly Talalay Dardashti
Before I answer Nancy's question, I want to thank the Seattle committee for an excellent, informative conference. As a first-timer at the AJL event, I found many sessions of genealogical and historical interest. It was also great to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones. I'm looking for

[ha-Safran]: AJL Convention - Many thanks!

2010-07-09 Thread Susan Dubin
I want to add my voice to the chorus of thank yous! The convention was outstanding in every respect. A special thank you for honoring me by our AJL donation to Mazon. I am so proud that our organization takes the time to share our bounty with others who need our help. Once again I want to than