'May December'
Most Anticipated Film in Hollywood!
May actually release in December!
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LUXURY CHAMBER MEDIA GROUP
EDITOR
Jay Parnassa Shapiro
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Bob Bauman
LUXURY CHAMBER MEDIA GROUP
The Event Experience Operating System (OS), today announced two significant updates to Klik Experiential, its wearable event technology for B2B conferences and flagship events. The company is releasing The Edge, its sleekest, most environmentally friendly SmartBadge™ yet, and introducing Klik à la Carte, a new standalone option for event professionals.
Building upon the success of its original SmartBadge, The Edge is a new lightweight, versatile badge with built-in wearable technology that offers enhanced event branding opportunities with unparalleled data collection, engagement, and networking opportunities.
One of the most noticeable upgrades is in the badge itself. The original SmartBadge featured a sleeve design with wearable tech on the front of the badge The Edge is die-cut and made out of ABS plastic, which is more durable and environmentally friendly
The wearable hardware device has been moved to the back of The Edge badge, leaving a small pill-shaped cutout on the front that glows with every interaction This gives event organizers more space for unique branding on the front and back of the badge In addition, The Edge design makes it easier to refurbish the wearable tech, improving overall sustainability
"The Edge is a true next-generation SmartBadge one we built based on feedback from our customers and their event-goers," said Bizzabo CEO and Co-founder Eran Ben-Shushan "Customization and flexibility are key, and The Edge delivers that while continuing to improve the attendee experience and capturing rich, real-time behavioral insights "
Klik à la Carte expands wearable technology compatibility to any registration system
Klik Experiential delivers a next-level, data-rich experience for attendees, sponsors, and organizers alike Klik has powered flagship events for some of the world's most recognizable brands, including Adobe, Shopify, Forbes, PwC, and Deloitte
Tens of thousands of conference attendees worldwide have worn Klik SmartBadges since their launch in 2022. Klik has powered nearly 1 million contact exchanges and facilitated 65,000 digital content downloads at events.
With the launch of Klik à la Carte, Bizzabo introduces new interoperability to its Kilk SmartBadges, the Klik Exhibitor App, and the Klik Analytics Dashboard, enabling event organizers to incorporate them into their in-person conferences.
"Now more than ever, our mandate is to empower our customers to design better, more intentional in-person event experiences that foster community and drive business outcomes," said Bizzabo CMO and Co-founder Alon Alroy "This is why we're launching Klik à la Carte to make this cutting-edge technology more accessible to event organizers and agencies alike "
BOCA RATON’S ORIGINAL JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2023 SUMMER FEST FILM SERIES & 7TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL AUDIENCE WINNERS
Boca Raton’s original Jewish film festival, The Judy Levis Krug Boca Raton Je Film Festival (JLKBRJFF), presented by the Adolph and Rose Levis JCC (Levis announces the audience winners from its 7th annual event, the 2023 Summer F film series, and a call for Screening Committee members Viewed by more than film lovers in 2023, the film festival is recognized as a premiere destination for J and Israeli films and has become one of the country’s largest niche film festivals
More than 80 feature-length films, documentaries and shorts were judged by vie based on the overall quality of the film, effectiveness of the message, entertainm value and audience popularity, among other criteria. Viewers selected the top th finalists in each category: best narrative, best documentary and best short.
“At the heart of JLKBRJFF’s mission is our commitment to showcasing films that capture the rich and multifaceted experiences of Jewish culture and history,” said Nina
Rosenzweig, Chair, JLKBRJFF Screening Committee “Our dedicated screening committee and I take great care to curate a diverse selection of films that challenge, inspire and provoke thought, and we are privileged to collaborate with talented film makers from all corners of the world who share our passion for storytelling ”
Top three winners in each category are:
Best Narratives: Farewell Mr Haffman; Simone Veil: A Woman of the Century ; The Accusation
Best Documentary Films: Baltic Truth; The Rhapsody; Reckonings
Best Short Films: Nakam; Twenty Minutes; The Caretaker
“JLKBRJFF is more than just a film festival, 3 weeks, 80 films or 9 winners it’s a celebration of Jewish culture and a testament to the vibrant community that supports it,”
said Stephanie Owitz, VP of Arts, Culture and Learning, Levis JCC Sandler Center. Demand for enriching cultural arts programming in our area remains strong during the summer months. The Levis JCC’s JLKBRJFF is proud to present its Summer Fest film series. Films will be screened one Wednesday per month at 1 p.m., June through October at the Levis JCC Tickets are $10 per film
The 8 th annual JLKBRJFF will be held January 28 – February 18, 2024 The Festival’s Screening Committee, an integral part of the Festival each year, is currently accepting new members; this is an active committee that is involved in carefully curating the final roster of films that will be presented to the 2024 Festival audiences Contact JLKBRJFF
Director Lisa Barash at lisab@levisjcc org for more information
Sponsorship opportunities are also available The Levis JCC is located at 21050 95th Avenue S in Boca Raton
Dr. Stewart and Judy Levis Krug
"May December" seems to be a thought-provoking film that delves into complex themes of performance, identity, and ethical boundaries. Natalie Portman stars as an actor researching a scandal from the past, where Julianne Moore's character, Gracie Atherton-Yoo, was involved in a sexual relationship with a seventh grader, who she is now seemingly happily married to, played by Charles Melton
The film's script, penned by Samy Burch, navigates these thorny themes in a light but deliberate manner, keeping the audience engaged and constantly shifting their perceptions of the characters. Director Todd Haynes, who has previously worked with Julianne Moore, expresses his admiration for the tonally rich script and the challenge of visually translating its complexities
For Natalie Portman, "May December" offers a chance to work with a director she admires and explore her own fascinations with performance, art, and innocence. As a producer on the film as well, Portman is drawn to the layers of artifice and the use of lies to tell the truth, which she sees as a magical element of filmmaking.
The film draws some inspiration from real-life cases, with Gracie's character sharing similarities with Mary Kay Letourneau, a teacher who had a relationship with a student. Throughout Haynes' filmography, questions of identity and artifice have been recurrent themes, and Portman's shared approach to film made her an excellent fit for the project.
Haynes praises Portman's eagerness to engage with the disquieting aspects of her character, indicating that she skillfully inhabits the role despite the character's reckless nature Unlike some of her previous roles that required extensive research, Portman's preparation for this part seems to have been mostly done beforehand.
Overall, "May December" promises to be a thought-provoking and layered exploration of complex themes, supported by a talented cast and a rigorous script The film was acquired by Netflix and is scheduled for release later this year.
Natalie Portman - May December
Valley Stream Sisters Create Mitzvah Bracelets for Pancreatic Cancer Research
Inna Vernov, NY
Cancer impacted my and my husband family a few times. We have lost my (Inna) grandmother and my husband (Henry Igor) mom to pancreatic cancer. As a family we did a lot of walks and always tried to be involved as much as we can by donating to cancer organizations and research Naturally the girls have picked up on that and the last 3 summers they would sell homemade lemonade (Henry Igor) made and Brownies (Inna) made They donated each dollar to different cancer organizations
November 2022 Sarina received a gift for her 9th birthday on clay beads. They started to make the bracelets, they made a lot and said to us, Mom Dad can we donate these to sick kids battling cancer? That's how we stared with Bracelets. January 2023 the kids put together their mission statement, logo, photographed bracelets and launched the website.
I think the most important aspect of their mission is that they want to evolve and include other kids To teach that there are others who are very sick in the hospital, and we are here to really help by brightening their day one bracelet at a time Girls were able to do quite a few bracelets events and they teach the kids that what we are doing is a big deal, its a big Mitzvah and it will make a little boy or a girl so happy. They tell the kids that these kids are different they might have lost their hair, and we need to support them and not make fun. As a parent to us, to know that kids want to help others and educate at the same time is the biggest achievement.
They also ask kids to be their ambassadors. Someone who can draw a picture which their include on a post card with every bracelet delivery.
The girls were able to donate to hospitals in US and 2 Hospitals in Israel. They are also involved with a lot of care package organizations that put together gift to pediatric cancer children all over US.
Bracelet purchase can be done on the website, with each bracelet sold, they will make 3 more bracelets for children battling cancer
Donations are always welcome
We are non a non-profit yet as it requires a large financial commitment, but the girls are working and putting money aside to achieve the goal and become a non-profit!
Please visit our website for more info!
https://glow4kids.com/
Gabriella 12, Feivel 4, Sarina 9 years wise!
Printing Technology and Taste Structured Cultivated Slaughter-Free Meat
As Israel continues to lead the way in foodtech innovation, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes a firsthand look at the latest developments in Steakholder Foods and the foodtech industry:
Tasted Steakholder Foods' delicious, 3D-printed cultivated meat creations. Became first Prime Minister to ever taste 3D-printed cultivated fish. Experienced a demo of Steakholder Foods' industrial printer, printing a customized steak and fish fillet. Hosted a roundtable discussion with industry leaders, government officials, and representatives of investors, academia, and the non-profit sector.
Steakholder Foods Ltd. (Nasdaq: STKH), an international deep tech food company at the forefront of the cultivated meat industry, announced that it was proud to host the Prime Minister of Israel, Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, who explored the latest advancements in cultivated meat and 3D bio-printing, and tasted 3D-printed cultivated fish and meat products at the cutting edge of foodtech.
During his visit, the Prime Minister had the opportunity to tour the company's facilities, see firsthand how Steakholder Foods' industrial-scale 3D bio-printer works, and learn about its potential to print tons of cultivated meat per day. He said that there is a global revolution in how humanity is producing food, and emphasized that his government is working to help companies move forward in order to maintain a technological lead.
He then tasted a 3D-printed cultivated fish fillet, printed with Steakholder Foods' customized bio-inks using Umami Meats' fish cells. The tasting also included Steakholder Foods' beef product grown with ethically harvested cells in the Company's facilities.
Joining the tour were industry leaders (including the CEOs of leading Israeli food manufacturers), government officials, and representatives of investors, academia and the non-profit sector, including:
Prime Minister of Israel - Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology – Mr. Ofir Akunis
Director-General of the Prime Minister's Office – Mr. Yossi Sheli
CEO of the Israel Innovation Authority – Mr. Dror Bin
Director-General of the Ministry of Health – Mr. Moshe Bar Siman Tov
Prime Minister's Animal Rights Advisor – Mrs. Tal Gilboa
Israeli Cabinet Secretary – Mr. Tzahi Braverman
Steakholder Foods CEO – Mr. Arik Kaufman
Steakholder Foods Co-Founder and Chairman – Mr. Yaron Kaiser
Heads of leading food manufacturers in Israel - Vice President for Business Development of the Strauss Group, Mr. Elad Komissar, CEO of Osem-Nestlé, Mr. Avi Ben-Assayag and Chief Innovation Officer of Tnuva, Mr. Shay Cohen. CEO of Milk & Honey Ventures – Mr. Beni Nofech
Innovation and Applied Research Leader, Technion R&D Foundation - Mr. David Shem Tov
Prime Minister Netanyahu: "Today we ate fish that was produced without fish and meat that was produced without cattle. This is a global revolution.
Israel is a global leader in the field of alternative protein and we will see to it that we continue to lead."
Arik Kaufman, CEO of Steakholder Foods: "As Israel continues to lead the way in food innovation, today's visit by the Prime Minister of Israel is a testament to the importance of our technology and the incredible potential it holds for the future. We were honored to offer Mr. Netanyahu the opportunity to taste and witness the future of food."
Israeli Prime Minister Visits Steakholder Foods® to Experience Cutting-Edge 3D
Rare Marc Chagall Painting of His Father, Recently Restituted to the Descendants of
Its Original Owner, on View at the Jewish Museum
Marc Chagall’s painting Le Père (1911), which was recently restituted to the descendants of its original owner, is now on view at the Jewish Museum through January 1, 2024
Completed in 1911, during a transformative period in the artist’s career, Le Père was among 15 works of art that the French Government restituted in April of 2022, part of an ongoing effort to return works in its museums that were stolen by the Nazis during World War II. The painting was restituted to the descendants of David Cender, the original owner, and sold at auction by Phillips in November 2022. Following the sale, Phillips’ team in New York worked with the buyer of the artwork and facilitated the loan to the Museum.
Claudia Gould, Helen Goldsmith Menschel Director, said, “The Jewish Museum is honored to show Chagall’s rare portrait of his father. The vast and systemic pillaging of artworks during World War II, and the eventual rescue and return of many, is one of the most dramatic stories of twentieth-century art, and one that continues to have repercussions today It is imperative that the Jewish Museum tells these stories, most recently doing so with our exhibition Afterlives: Recovering the Lost Stories of Looted Art (2021) We are grateful to Phillips for facilitating this loan ”
Part of the collection of David Cender, a musical instrument-maker from Łódź, Poland, the work was stolen from him in 1940 before he was sent to Auschwitz with his family While Cender survived, his wife, daughter, and other relatives were killed at Auschwitz By the early 1950s, the painting had been reacquired by Chagall himself, who held a particular affinity for it The artist was likely unaware of the history of the painting’s ownership In 1988, the Musée national d’art moderne, Centre national d’art et de culture Georges-Pompidou in Paris received the painting by donation from Chagall’s estate Ten years later, the work was deposited into the Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme in Paris, where it was on view for 24 years before research showed that the work should be and was restituted to Cender’s heirs.
Le Père is a dynamic portrait that signifies Chagall’s pivotal transition from art student in Saint Petersburg to one of the defining figures of European Modernism. During the winter of 1911-1912, Chagall moved into La Ruche, an artists’ commune on the outskirts of Montparnasse, France. The works he created over the next three years are among the most highly regarded of his career, with his portraits bearing particular significance. Le Père is an intimate portrait of th me manual labor job. Portraits o of lovers that dominated much o
About the Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum is an art museum committed to illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of Jewish culture for a global audience Located on New York City's Museum Mile, in the landmarked Warburg mansion, the Jewish Museum was the first institution of its kind in the United States and is one of the oldest Jewish museums in the world The Museum offers diverse exhibitions and programs and maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and media reflecting the global Jewish experience over more than 4,000 years The public may call 212 423 3200 or visit TheJewishMuseum org
Credit: Artwork (C) Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADGAP, Paris Image provided by Phillips Auctioneers LLC
Israeli Culinary Institute Announces Opening Date
The Galilee Culinary Institute by JNF (GCI by JNF) will officially open its doors on May 7, 2024. Located in the Greater Kiryat Shmona Region - Israel's northernmost point -- the first-of-its-kind institution will enable a new generation of students to experience the region's rich melting pot of culinary traditions while providing a syllabus that sets it apart from other schools.
"Israel's Galilee region is home to over 80 unique cultures," explained Jewish National Fund-USA World Chairman's Council Ambassador, Steve Rosenfield. "Where else in the world can you learn about Ethiopian and Druze food in the morning, Lebanese cooking in the afternoon, and Jewish Sephardic cuisines from North Africa in the evening? GCI by JNF will mark a new era in culinary education, yet it will also bring transformational economic development to Israel's north thanks to the jobs and tourism it will attract "
Further emphasizing the Institute's positive economic impact, Rosenfield added: "The upper eastern Galilee has been out of the spotlight for too long because of the complicated economic and security situation Through Jewish National Fund-USA's philanthropic investments in the region, we are adding new housing sites, a new medical center, a food technology center, and a food incubator in addition to GCI by JNF "
GCI by JNF CEO, Nathan Hoffman, echoed Rosenfield's excitement "The opening of the school means everything to me," he said "I've been waiting for this day since I started in May 2019 To me, this solidifies everything and provides a timeline for executing our strategic plan "
Housed within GCI by JNF, the Rosenfield School of Culinary Arts will welcome students from around the world with plans underway to also offer shorter culinary programs for tourists and locals
"It's always incredible to see a vision evolve into reality," said GCI by JNF Chief Culinary Officer and Co-founder, Lior Lev Sercarz. "The opening of our institution will be a watershed moment for Israel's north, yet it will also mark a new chapter in how our industry approaches culinary education as our impact is felt around the globe."
"I am so proud to see our game-changing initiative come to fruition," added GCI by JNF Chair and Co-chair of the Go North East Task Force, Sheryl Buchholtz. "In everything we do at Jewish National Fund-USA, we always ask, 'what's the Return on Investment (ROI) for the people of Israel?' Projects like GCI by JNF help change the narrative in previously underserved places like Kiryat Shmona We are bringing jobs and tourism to the region, yet most importantly, we are creating hope and a reason for the next generation to stay and develop their communities "
Regarding the Institute's target demographic, Hoffman explained: "We are looking to attract the next generation of culinary leaders Many places accept anyone who can pay However, we will focus on engaging students with the most passion, promise, and potential "
GCI by JNF will differentiate itself from other institutions by focusing on transforming culinary education While most institutes strictly focus on the kitchen, with students usually learning about their workstations and how to use the different kitchen supplies on 'day one,' GCI's students will first start on the farm They will see where food comes from with the Institute's experiential approach to learning "You learn about wine from the vineyard, bread from the wheatfields, and fruit from the orchards, not from a book or video," explained Hoffman
For more information or to apply, visit galileeculinaryinstitute org For philanthropic opportunities, visit my jnf org/gci or contact Michael Feinman at mfeinman@jnf.org / +1.212.879.9305 x503.
Rendering of GCI by JNF's campus (Credit Totem Copyright Openmind Art)
IRONMAN Israel Middle East Championship 2023 Opens for Registration
Following the success of last year's competition, the Ironman – Israel Middle East Championship triathlon competition will be held for the second year running in Israel, on 3 November 2023. The event will take place in the northern city of Tiberias, along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Registration is now open.
Ironman – Israel Middle East Championship is a regional competition that took place in Israel last year for the first of time, and is one of five IRONMAN championship events held around the world. Competitors from the UAE, Bahrain, Jordan and other neighboring countries are once again expected to take part in the competition.
A record number of professional participants are expected, all of whom are aiming to break Patrick Lange's record of 7:40:00 on this super-fast IRONMAN course.
The Ironman contest is seen as the most prestigious triathlon competition in the world. It includes three sections: swimming, cycling, and running. There are no breaks, and the participants have a time limit to finish each section of the competition, making it both a highly physical and mental challenge.
As part of the Ironman in Tiberias there will be two races:
Full Ironman including 3.8 kilometers of swimming in the Kinneret, 180 kilometers of cycling and 42.2 kilometers of running.
Ironman 70.3 race including 1.8 kilometers of swimming in the Kinneret, 90 kilometers of cycling, and 21.1 kilometers of running.
The competition is organized by the Comtec Group and the Sylvan Adams Foundation, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Sport, the Ministry of Tourism, the World Triathlon and the Tiberias Municipality.
Dr. Alan J. Bauman Receives "#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon" in the 2023 Aesthetic Everything® Awards
Dr. Bauman was named "#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon" in the 2023 Aesthetic Everything® Aesthetic and Cosmetic Medicine Awards.
His win in the Aesthetic and Cosmetic Medicine Awards is the most recent accolade of many earned by Dr. Bauman. A full-time hair restoration physician and hair transplant surgeon, he is one of only some 200 physicians worldwide to achieve certification from the American and International Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He is the first-ever hair transplant surgeon to be formally accepted as an Intercoiffure America Industry Partner, and amongst the elite surgeons accepted by the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons.
"For almost 25 years, I have devoted my practice to pioneering hair restoration procedures that improve the lives of those struggling with hair loss. This is our mission, and the driving force of Bauman Medical. I'm honored and humbled to be recognized as a five time '#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon' & 'Top Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade,' in the Aesthetic Everything® Awards. I could not have achieved these goals without the devotion and support of my entire team at Bauman Medical. I wish to dedicate these awards to the 30,000 plus patients that have put their trust in me; they are the true inspiration for my work," stated Dr. Bauman.
Dr. Bauman founded Bauman Medical in 1997, a 12,000 sq ft "Hair Hospital" in Boca Raton, Florida. He is known for pioneering numerous technologies in the field of hair restoration, including minimally-invasive FUE Follicular Unit Extraction, VIP|FUETM No-Shave Hair Transplant, Low-Level Laser Therapy, PRP Platelet Rich Plasma, PDOgro™, Eyelash Transplants and others.
Dr. Bauman's compassionate, patient-oriented philosophy and individualized artistic approach to protecting, enhancing, and restoring the health and appearance of the hair and scalp has provided life-changing solutions for thousands of patients. He has treated over 30,000 patients, performed over 10,000 hair transplant procedures, and administered over 8,000 PRP treatments.
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Dr. Alan J. Bauman Receives “#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon” in the 2023 Aesthetic Everything® Awards
Jewish National Fund-USA Donor Society Members in Boston
Celebrate Philanthropic Impact in Israel
The event, chaired by Risa & Steve Aronson and Rhonda & Eric Forman, featured keynote speaker Alon Ben-Gurion, the grandson of the State of Israel’s founder and its first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion. Ben-Gurion shared how his grandfather’s vision is being brought to life through Jewish National Fund-USA’s work, and how as an acclaimed international hospitality consultant, he is using his extensive network and industry know-how to actively promote development in Israel’s Negev Desert.
Longtime partner (donor) and ambassador (lay leader) Jeffrey Woolf, and his late wife Mary Woolf of blessed memory, were presented with Jewish National Fund-USA’s Guardian of Israel Award in recognition of their leadership, creative achievements, generosity, and outstanding service.
“It is an honor to be involved, and I have been blessed with the opportunity to serve in various ways,” said Jeffrey, reflecting on his ongoing philanthropic support for Israel.
Emily Pfeffer, Risa Aronson, Alon Ben-Gurion, Sara Hefez, Rhonda Forman
Eric Forman, Todd & Yadira Patkin, Charlie & Bari Popkin
