Welcome to the Temple Beth Torah (TBT) Schmooze group. We meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the temple to discuss subjects of general interest. A light lunch is provided. Our attendees include temple members and non-members, men and women, usually over-50-years of age. We look forward to seeing you at a future meeting. Check out our meeting schedule below. If you have questions, comments or suggestions, call or e-mail.
David and Ronnie Pinkowitz
631-491-5343     This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Click to see Schmooze Photo Album

Click to see Schmooze Restaurant List

TBT Schmooze Group
— What: TBT Schmooze group
— Who: TBT members and non-members usually over 50-years of age
— Why: to educate, entertain and discuss
— When: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM on the 3rd Monday of each month (light lunch provided)
— Where: at TBT
— Schedule:

— Aug 2015: Iran Nuclear Accord: Like it or Not? (with Henry Montag and David Pinkowitz)
— Sept 2015: Six (6) Types of Retirees; Which One are You? (with Stan Broitman, Marvin Broitman and DCP)
— Oct 2015: Using Facebook to Keep in Touch (with Rabbi Rachel Wiesenberg and David Pinkowitz)
— Nov 2015: Curriculum for Your Soul: Mussar Teachings (with Rabbi Susie Moskowitz, Robin Steinberg and DCP)
— Dec 2015: Nutrition and Exercise (with Cantor Sarene Appelbaum, Arnold Schwartz and David Pinkowitz)

— Mar 2016: Creating a Photo Album in the Cloud (with David and Ronnie Pinkowitz) Photo Album Instructions
— Apr 2016: Investment Strategies for Seniors (with Lee Rosenberg, Ken Baer and Henry Montag)
— May 2016: Hobbies That I Enjoy (with Hal Kopman, Paul Lieberman and Ronnie Pinkowitz)
— Jun 2016: Vacations That I’ve Enjoyed (with Jeff Pomerantz, George Borsuk and Claire Leifer)
— Jul 2016: Genealogy for Beginners (with Nina Sitron and Renee Steinig)
— Aug 2016: Personal Growth for Seniors (with Elaine Kleinmann)
— Sept 2016: Tour and Film at Glen Cove Holocaust Museum
— Nov 2016: Dishes That I Enjoy Preparing . . and Eating (with Judy Roth and Lori Pomerantz)
— Dec 2016: Tips & Tricks for Using Your Smartphone More Effectively (with Rabbi Rachel Wiesenberg and DCP)

— Mar 2017 : My Daily Workout Program for Seniors (with Arnie Schwartz)
— May 2017: Wealth Management Case Studies (with Lee Rosenberg and Henry Montag)
— Jun 2017: Making Memories with Your Grandchildren and Helping Your Children (with David and Ronnie)
— July 2017: Current Events (with David Pinkowitz)
— Aug 2017: Restaurants That I’ve Enjoyed (with David & Ronnie Pinkowitz)
— Oct 2017: Vacations That I’ve Enjoyed (with David and Ronnie Pinkowitz)
— Nov 2017: Nutrition Workshop (with Melanie Levy, Eat Smart NY Educator)
— Dec 2017: Achieving a Healthy Mind, Body & Spirit (with Rabbi Susie Moskowitz)

— Mar 2018: Israel Current Events (with Rafi Weiss, MD and FSC Lecturer)
— Apr 2018: Safety Awareness for Seniors (with SCPD Officer Claudia Delgado)
— May 2018: Films That I’ve Enjoyed (with David and Ronnie Pinkowitz)
— Jun 2018: News 12 Studio Tour (Woodbury)
— Jun 2018: Holocaust Survival Story (with Alex Konstantyn)
— July 2018: Humorous Personal Stories (with Rich Lyons and David Pinkowitz)
— Aug 2018: Israel Current Events (with David Pinkowitz and Rich Lyons)
— Sept 2018: Antisemitism-on-Campus Film: Crossing the Line 2 (with David Pinkowitz)
— Oct 2018: Simon Wiesenthal Center NYC Director on Antisemitism (with Michael Cohen)
— Nov 2018: Farmingdale College Lifelong Learning (with Mary Ellen Lostrito)
— Dec 2018: Holocaust Survivor Film: Joe’s Violin (with David Pinkowitz)

— Mar 2019: Video on Jewish Sports Legends (with Alan Freedman)
— Apr 2019: Collecting Historical Autographs and Documents (with Howard Zerwitz)
— May 2019: Israel Current Events (with David Pinkowitz and Rich Lyons)
— July 2019: Jewish Genealogy. Ma Nishtana? (with Nolan Altman)
— Aug 2019: Who Were the Best American Presidents? (with Steve Rochester)
— Sept 16: My Favorite Restaurants (with David Pinkowitz)
— Nov 18: Israel Current Events (with David Pinkowitz)
— Dec 16: Challenges to Physicians in Today’s Healthcare System (with Debra Blaine MD)

— Jan 20: NO MEETING (TBT closed for MLK Day)
— Feb 17: NO MEETING (TBT closed for Presidents Day)
— Mar 16: Israel Documentary Film (with David Pinkowitz)