Rosh Hashana at the Beach

Sacrilegious? Too materialistic?

Chabad’s Rabbi Pinny Andrusier assures, “Anything but!”

Ft. Lauderdale’s stunning beachfront hotel, the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa, will transform into a spiritual oasis for the Jewish High Holidays which begin Wednesday, September 8, 2010 featuring world renowned lecturers and celebrated cantors.

Hosted by Chabad SW Broward’s dynamic spiritual leader, Rabbi Pinny and his wife Gitty, guests will enjoy a most luxurious and meaningful High Holiday experience at South Florida’s most beautiful beachfront resort.

New Sephardic Minyan

For the very first time, a separate Sephardic Minyan will be held adjacent to the main services, led by the incredible voice of Hazzan Joseph Aharon, former cantor of Congregation Ohr Torah in North Woodmere, New York. The main services will feature beautiful, contemporary and traditional melodies by Cantors Yerachmiel Andrusier and Peretz Mockin. Services are filled with stories and song, ensuring each guest a most memorable and meaningful High Holiday experience.

Inspiring Lectures

The remarkable Rosh Hashana program will also feature world renowned scholars and lecturers, Rabbi Manis Friedman, Rabbi Raphael Tennenhaus and Mrs. Miryam Swerdlov.

A noted Biblical scholar and philosopher, Manis Friedman will provide daily lectures on timely topics using his treasury of wisdom laced with modern wit. Friedman is recognized for his sagacious grasp of Jewish mysticism and has appeared worldwide. He is sure to offer all in attendance incredible insight and direction.

Also joining the program will be Broward County’s senior rabbi, Rabbi Raphael Tennenhaus. Voted one of South Florida’s most influential Jewish leaders, he is a popular educator, famous for his unique style, tireless energy and terrific humor.

As a staple in the South Florida community, the rabbi has many fans. “The joy of learning from our dear Rabbi Tennenhaus would be reason enough to join this exciting High Holiday Retreat”, said Nicki Grossman, president of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau. “The fact that it is being held in such an incredible location makes this an event that should not be missed!”

Mrs Miryam Swerdlov, an inspiring world lecturer, teacher and historian will also lead daily classes for both men and women. It is said that when Miryam talks: you cry, you laugh and above everything else – you think.

Executive Caterers

Famous for their exceptional cuisine, innovative event styling and unmatched catering expertise, participants will enjoy three daily gourmet meals and a deluxe tea room freshly prepared and catered by Eric Kaufman’s Executive Caterers. Traditional Gourmet Sephardic meals will also be available, including the special plate for blessings on special fruits.

Youth Program & Baby Sitting

The energetic and ever popular Rabbi Adi Goodman will once again direct fun and well organized youth services for the younger guests. Professional babysitting is also available for infants and younger children.

Rabbi Pinny promises, “The High Holidays at Harbor Beach Marrriott Resort and Spa is guaranteed to leave young and old with fond memories and a stirring sense of fulfillment for the New Year. “

The unsurpassed program, celebrating its 16th year, is carefully planned and wonderfully organized by Rebbitzen Gitty. Each guest is warmly welcomed and given the finest holiday accommodations, offering each and every patron the opportunity to pray in a warm and beautiful setting while being privileged to relax and enjoy the holiest of days with the finest comforts of a luxury resort.

Guests can choose to join for Rosh Hashana and/or Yom Kippur. Participants can join just for the prayer services and choose to partake in individual meals as well. For Yom Kippur, a pre fast and break the fast meal is offered. Chabad warmly welcomes one and all to join them as they greet the New Year.

For more information & reservations please call: 954.252.1770 or visit www.HighHolidayResort.com