May

19 2024

SJCC Israel Independence Day Celebration: Breakfast & Film!

9:00AM - 12:00PM  

Schenectady JCC 2565 Balltown Rd
Niskayuna, NY 12309
(518) 377-8803
http://www.schenectadyjcc.org

Contact Judy Ben-Ami
(518) 377-8803
judyb@schenectadyjcc.org

NEW SCHEDULE!

9:00 AM to 10:00 AM--Festive Breakfast

10 AM to Noon: Award-winning Israeli Film "Life in Stills" and conversation (via Zoom) with Ben Peters, who will talk about his part in this special story.

About the Film:

At the age of 96, Miriam Weissenstein never imagined that she would be facing a new chapter in her life. But when “The Photo House” – her late husband Rudi’s life’s work – was destined for demolition, even this opinionated and uncompromising woman knew she needed help.

Under the cloud of a family tragedy, a special relationship is forged between Miriam and her grandson, Ben, as they join forces to save the shop and its nearly one million negatives that document Israel’s defining moments.

Despite the generation gap and many conflicts, Ben and Miriam embark on a heart-wrenching journey, comprising many humorous and touching moments – a journey that requires a lot of love, courage, and compassion.

Ben himself will talk following the film.

https://www.schenectadyjcc.org/arts/celebration-series/

Sponsor: Jewish Federation of NENY and the Israel Engagement Fund