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BBQ at the Fly - (7/24/2010)

Spent the afternoon BBQ-ing and playing football along the Mississippi river.


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Shabbat Dinner - (7/23/2010)

It is the end of an era. MoisheNOLA’s will be hosting its last Broadmoor Shabbat Potluck and we want to invite all of our friends and supporters for this special event. We encourage you to bring your friends who don’t know MoisheNOLA so that they can become a part of our monthly tradition. As always, please bring an appetizer, entrée or dessert to share.


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Central Asia Delegates Dinner at moisheNOLA - (7/14/2010)

Tomorrow night we're going to be hosting a group from the Central Asia for a dinner at the house. dinner is for 7:00pm and we'll be catering from Lebanon's. The group is 6 delegates visiting the US to explore youth programs and development. Two are from Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.


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Yoga w/Tess - (7/12/2010)

Details: Join Tess Monaghan - certified Yoga instructor - for an all-levels yoga class at the Moishe House. Last month, Tess led the class through a series of standing poses. Please bring a mat if you have one. There will be a couple available for purchase for $12, and a couple available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. $5 suggested donation. RSVP: For updates email tess.monaghan@gmail.com


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Dinner with Volunteer Expeditions - (6/21/2010)

Dinner at Moishe House with Volunteer group a jewish synagogue from chicago.


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Movie Night: Food Inc. - (6/15/2010)

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: FOOD INC. Co Sponsor: Avodah Time: 7:00pm – Food and Drink 8:00pm –Show Time Location: Moishe House 5416 S. Tonti Summer is back, and so is MoisheNOLA’s OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES. The driveway will be transformed into our living room for the evening. Consider bringing your favorite healthy food or beverage as this night will focus on nutritional and ethical food choices.


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'GET FIT!' - YOGA W/TESS - (6/7/2010)

Tess Monaghan – certified yoga instructor – hosts her monthly Moishe House yoga class. Approximately a one-hour class, you’ll leave feeling relaxed and realigned. This class is open to all skill levels and a great opportunity to get some one-on-one instruction to refine your skills. Floor mats are available for purchase from Tess day of ($12), or bring your own.


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Dinner with Caribbean Delegates - (6/6/2010)

This Sunday we'll be hosting a dinner for a group of Caribbean delegates visiting New Orleans to review the city's recovery. The group will be visiting organizations and city agencies all this week and we expect Sunday to be an interesting conversation. Following up on last week's presentation on Haiti, we're especially excited about hosting two 26 yr old representatives of Haiti. Date: Sunday, June 6th Time: 7pm Place: 5416 South Tonti RSVP: We're looking for a group of 6-8 people to join us for this dinner. if your interested please confirm your place.


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Community Mitzvah Day - (6/6/2010)

The Jewish Federation has planed a day of service for the entire Jewish community. Moishe House will be out lending a hand. Moishe House worked on a Saint Bernard rehab project in the Hollygrove neighborhood. Also filmed a short film clip for the repair the world foundation.


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Jewish Heritage Night - Zephyrs Baseball - (6/3/2010)

Join the Greater New Orleans Jewish community for Jewish Heritage Night at the Zephyrs. Not a baseball fan? Come to drink $2 beers all night long! Tickets are only $5!


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Save the Gulf - BP Protest - (5/30/2010)

Friends of Moishe House, As the BP Drilling Disaster continues to spew oil into our Gulf we ask you to join Moishe House and thousands of other concerned citizens to take a stand and demand action this Sunday at 1pm in Jackson Square. We're all in this together, MoisheNOLA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- RALLY & Protest to Save the Gulf: Sunday May 30 at 1pm in Jackson Square, New Orleans Why is Washington DC leaving our communities to DIE in the BP Oil Flood? WHY is the Federal Government standing idle? BP is murdering the Gulf ! WHERE is the federal response? We the people of the Gulf Coast demand IMMEDIATE FEDERAL INTERVENTION and deployment of all available resources to STOP this flood of oil into the Gulf… NOW! BP’s greed & negligence MURDERED eleven human beings– real working people, just like you and me, with real families, spouses and children– and now BP is DESTROYING the entire Gulf Coast while the Federal Government does NOTHING! This is CHERNOBYL IN THE GULF. The BP Oil Flood is destroying the Gulf of Mexico for ENTIRE GENERATIONS. WHERE is the leadership at the federal level? Where is the action? BP cannot or will not stop it. The government MUST INTERVENE and by any means necessary with all available resources STOP THE BP OIL FLOOD! JOIN US SUNDAY, MAY 30 to PROTEST! Jackson Square, 1 pm! Please share & distribute freely website: http://murderedgulf.wordpress.com/ email: BPoilflood@gmail.com


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Kicking it for Kids - JCC kickball tournament - (5/23/2010)

A kickball tournament to "kick" off summer at the J and to create awareness of children�s programs at the New Orleans JCC .... Step up to the plate!


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Broadmoor Fest 2010 - (5/15/2010)

Visit the Moishe House Table at Broadmoor Fest!!! The 5th Annual Broadmoor Fest sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association and Ochsner Baptist Medical Center! WHERE: South Galvez Street (Between Napoleon and Upperline) WHEN: Saturday, May 15 from 12-7PM This event is FREE and open to the public with food, entertainment, kids activities and fun for all ages! Come enjoy excellent food vendors serving a variety of delicious home-cooked fare, cool treats, and refreshing beverages. Raffle prizes sponsored by the BIA include local restaurant gift certificates, passes to WWII and Ogden museums, Rock 'N Bowl package, Broadmoor Fitness pass, jewelry and more! Ochsner Baptist Medical Center is the official sponsor of the Broadmoor Fest Music Stage, featuring musical performances by Andrew Duhon and the Lonesome Crows, Wild Bill and the Juanderers, Sunpie and the Louisiana Sunspots, Coot, The Dirty Rotten Scoundrels String Band, Kinfolk Brass Band with Dancing Man 504, the Andrew H. Wilson Charter School Music Ensemble, F&S Dancers, and much more! Community info stations will also provide helpful services, including a dogwash fundraiser sponsored by the Broadmoor 4-H Club and free asthma counseling offered by two nationally certified asthma counselors.


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Broadmoor Crawl II - (5/14/2010)

While websites and grant applications on behalf of nearly every neighborhood in this fine city claim that their stomping ground is truly the Heart of New Orleans, how many of them have a party with a theme to show for it? Make it official. Crawl with us. Each spot will take on its own variation of the theme. Directly after work: BBQ at Coach and Henry's, 4433 S. Tonti 7ish: innovative drinking games at Kathleen's, 3708 Upperline 8:15ish: Support the local economy at the Rendon Inn, 4501 Eve St 9:30 Moishe house surprise pack, 5416 S. Tonti 10:30 yellow fever at the yellow house, 4232 S. Miro by 12 dance dance dance at the gray house, 4514 S. Derbigny What we lack in bars, we make up for in community capacity... I can guarantee it will be a warmer evening than last time. I cannot guarantee we will be where we say we're going to be at the scheduled time, but call and we'll send up flares. Limited but regionally contextual beverages will be provided at each location. Little red beer wagons strongly encouraged.


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‘Nosh and Drinks with Clive Lawton - Founder of Limmud Fest - (5/13/2010)

Join us for drinks and nosh with Clive Lawton, founder of Limmud Fest. The recent LimmudFest Nola was a true success, bringing over 300 participants together to explore the many paths and topics of Judaism.


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Farewell Party - (5/12/2010)

One last farewell celebration in honor of three very special New Orleanians: Zach Youngerman, Alexis Leventhal, and Nathan Ross. Before their next great adventure the New Orleans Moishe House will send them off with a party and toasts in their honors.


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‘Get Fit!’ – Yoga with Tess - (5/10/2010)

Tess Monaghan – certified yoga instructor – hosts her monthly Moishe House yoga class. Approximately a one-hour class, you’ll leave feeling relaxed and realigned. This class is open to all skill levels and a great opportunity to get some one-on-one instruction to refine your skills. Floor mats are available for purchase from Tess day of, or bring your own.


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Shabbat Dinner - (5/7/2010)

Monthly Moishe House Shabbat Dinner. MoisheNOLA’s monthly shabbat potluck is without a doubt our house’s most special event of the month. This is a great chance to catch up with your friends, make new friends, and enjoy great food in the comfort of our home.


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Dinner Event: w/ Repair the World Foundation and Prospective MHnola Housemates - (4/12/2010)

Dinner with current Avodah residents about joining MHnola in the fall. Also joined by Raema Quam of Repair the World Foundation to discuss possible partnership with MH.


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Tulane Baseball Game - (4/11/2010)

SUNDAY, APRIL 11TH Tulane Baseball v. Rice @ Tulane Stadium 1:00-3:00pm Tulane baseball is underway! Support the team as they play the Fighting Owls of Rice. Join us for a milkshake or a burger at the FroStop before crossing Claiborne to Tulane Stadium for the big game.


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Halachah of Beer Making w/Getzel - (4/5/2010)

We are pleased to host Getzel for a second conversation at the house. Getzel's first visit brought an inspired conversation about the Jewish Law related to Dumpster Diving. His second visit will look deep into the practice and social aspects of beer making and how law applies to intoxicated individuals and the community as a whole. Join us at 6:30 for a light dinner before this event, or at 7pm for dessert and conversation. After the conversation stick around for the NCAA Championship Game. We’ll have the game on in the next room.


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East-over Brunch - (4/4/2010)

Easter bunch with a passover menu. Good friends sharing a delicious rack of meat. Conversation about family, and Easter/Passover tradition.


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Passover Seder - (3/30/2010)

This is the bread of affliction, the poor bread, which our ancestors ate in the land of Egypt. Let all who are hungry come and eat. Let all who are in want, share the hope of Passover. – the Passover Haggadah I want to invite you to a Passover Seder for Tuesday, March 30th at the Moishe House (5416 S. Tonti) for 7:00pm. Find the Afikoman. Prove your bravery by eating the most Maror. The Moishe House has not had its "Bedikah Chametz" (discarding non-passover foods), however we will be having a kosher-for passover potluck. We invite you to bring anything to the Seder that you may find meaningful or symbolic. Nathan Rothstein is preparing some materials for the Seder so that we can all follow along. Jon will be making Matzo Ball Soup and the roasted egg on the table will be from our own backyard.


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First Night Seder at Avodah - (3/29/2010)

Moishe House joined with our Avodah Neighbors for a first night Seder.


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Moishe YOGA w/ Tess - (3/28/2010)

Quickly becoming a monthly tradition, March Yoga with Tess brought out its biggest attendance yet! Look for more Yoga in our future calendars.


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Friday Night Dinner, Mishigas and Minyan - (3/19/2010)

A special Friday Night Dinner where Moishe House Hosted Krewe du Mishigas and the recently formed River Minyan. River Minyan led a Shabbat Service and an exciting mix of new people to the house. Special thanks to Rachie and Yaeli for organizing the event.


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Prof. Campanella Lecture w/ Harvard and Church of The Annunciation - (3/17/2010)

Tulane Prof. and acclaimed New Orleans geographer, Richard Campanella, will lead a lecture on the cultural geography of New Orleans for students of Harvard Kennedy School and friends of Moishe House. Please come a few minutes early, Moishe House will be providing an ice cream sundae bar.


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Dinner with Spring Break Guests - (3/16/2010)

Moishe Hosts Friends and Family for a Spring Break Visit.


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February Shabbat Potluck - (2/26/2010)

MHnola monthly shabbat potluck. Pre-dinner discussion about the upcoming NOLA Limud conference.


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Mardi Gras Yoga - (2/21/2010)

To detoxify our frail damaged bodies, Tess continued here Yoga series.


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Zulu Breakfast on Jackson - (2/16/2010)

Join Moishe Community for the Zulu parade at Zach's place on Jackson for this regular Mardi Gras Tradition


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Mardi Gras Ant-Ics - (2/15/2010)

Moishe House Rallied for Monday Am Krewe Du Antics for a parade pub crawl through the french quarter.


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Roommate Bonding: Finding Future Roommates - (2/6/2010)

Dinner for house members at Nino's Cafe. Discussed possibilities for future house members and general direction of MHnola.


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Krewe Du Vieux Parade w/ Krewe du Mishigas - (1/30/2010)

Location: Marigny/French Quarter 6:30PM – till… Keep an eye out for Moishe House as we join KdM for the second year. The Krewe du Vieux was founded in 1987 from the ashes of the storied Krewe of Clones. This wild, satirical Carnival parade first marched in 1978.


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Bike TuneUP/Decoration - (1/28/2010)

We’ll be hosting a bike TuneUp/decorating night in preparation for Mardi Gras. Check out the Facebook page for more info. Jeff’s excited about the decoration he picked up cheap at Dollar General and spray painted Black & Gold. You may bring your own flair or tuneUP tools, but the house will provide some for you to use.


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Night with Avodah - (1/25/2010)

Moishe House Join's the Avodah house for a discussion of the Moishe House Mission and potential space at the house. The discussion follows to provide detail on finding professional positions.


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Jewish Funds for Justice Panel Discussion #2 - (1/19/2010)

Moishe House Hosts a Jewish Funds for Justice Panel discussion with the Center for Ethical Living. The discussion focuses on New Orleans culture and issues related to Hurricane Katrina and the recovery effort.


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Country Shabbat Potluck - (1/15/2010)

Its a Countryfied shabbat potluck this Friday at the Moishe House. We have three talented guests from the woodlands of the Pioneer Valley (Amherst, MA) in town for the weekend. The night may break into an improptu jam session so bring any instruments you may have.


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Halachah of Dumpster Diving - (1/11/2010)

Visiting Rabbinical Student Getzel Hosts a night of Talmud at the Moishe House. Getzel focuses the conversation on the laws of property and charity associated with dumpster diving.


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Yoga with Tess - (1/9/2010)

We're Wild about Yoga! Join us with Tess as she leads a session of Vinya...Bikra....Well we aren't sure of the exact type, but we're sure that whether you're a beginner or seasoned yogi you'll feel the stretch.


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Krewe Du Mishigas Shabbat Shmooze - (1/8/2010)

Moishe House Hosts the local Jewish Mardi Gras Krewe du Mishigas for a dinner and planning event at the house. Moishe House is partnering with the KdM for the second year and invites friends to join as Mules, Refs, and Krewe.


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Jewish Funds for Justice Panel Discussion - (1/7/2010)

Speaking Event w/ Jewish Funds for Justice @ Moishe House 6:30-10:00PM Moishe House partners with Jewish Funds for Justice to bring you a panel discussion featuring local social justice leader. This event is being run to introduce a group of NY Hunter College Hillel Students to local issues and a larger social justice conversation. Dinner to be provided.


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Board Games and Cookies - (12/30/2009)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30th 7:00pm - Till Ms. Brittney Everett is hosting an evening of board games and baking. Chill out before you blow out 2009. Board game requests are welcome. Currently have chess, apples to apples, clue, cards.


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Yoga at Moishe House - (12/27/2009)

We're Wild about Yoga! Join us with Tess as she leads a session of Vinya...Bikra....Well we aren't sure of the exact type, but we're sure that whether you're a beginner or seasoned yogi you'll feel the stretch.


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ChristmasEve Chinese: 5 Happiness - (12/24/2009)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH 7:00-9:00PM Moishe House, YJCC, and Krewe du Jieux are partnering for an event at 5 Happiness. YJCC has made the reservation, but we're inviting you to sample a time honored Jewish Tradition of catching the late sitting at the local Chinese Restaurant.


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Avatard - Moishe House Goes Geek - (12/20/2009)

Schienush Ficshun's aweshome. We treated hardcore fans to the true IMAX 3D experience.


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Hannukah over the Mississippi - (12/13/2009)

Moishe Nola joined the community at the Mouth of the Mississippi River. Grand Menorah Lighting @ 5 PM honoring the newcomers to the community. A Celebration Jewish Pride @ Riverwalk-Spanish Plaza


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Sami Slovy' Hosts Hannukah - (12/13/2009)

This Sunday in conjunction with the Moishe House New Orleans, I'm hosting a Chanukah Party, Yay! So come after the Saints game (or during if you want to help peel potatoes) and spin some dreidels, win some gelt, and get your latke on! Please bring something to share! Latke's and Menorah and Music will be provided.


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Joshua Venture Group - (12/2/2009)

Over the next two years, Joshua Venture Group will support eight young Jewish social entrepreneurs in realizing their visions to transform the Jewish landscape. Moishe Nola hosted an information session on their $100,000 social entreprenuership awards.


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Ballin #2 at Upperline - (11/22/2009)

Basketball before Thanksgiving break.


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Michigan Football: Michigan v. Ohio State - (11/21/2009)

Moishe House support's Michigan in their final game of the season...a long season.


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Dinner and Discuss - Moishe House Programing Part 2 - (11/20/2009)

Continued Conversation and Shabbat Dinner


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Dinner and Discuss - Moishe House Programing - (11/19/2009)

Moishe House invites a group of regular attendee's to join us in a discussion of our house mission and goal for the coming year. House members are energized from the East Coast Retreat and excited about involving the community more directly in our programming.


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BBQ'd Trout Round 1 - (10/25/2009)

Moishe House cooks up the first from a recent fishing trip to Hopedale, La


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Explore the Gulf: Deep Sea Fishing - (10/24/2009)

Moishe House Ventures to Hopedale Louisiana to return with a bounty of trout and red fish to grill for friends and neighbors.


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Euchre Night, Pool Night, and the Phillies Clinch NL - (10/21/2009)

The House and friends from Broadmoor Improvement Association joined to support the Phillies in Game 5 of the NL Final.


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PlayNola Flag Football - (10/13/2009)

Moishe House has two spots on the first season of PlayNola Flag Football. This 7on7 competition is held for six weeks through October and into November.


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Jon's Birthday & Phillies Baseball - (10/11/2009)

Friends joined us for Jon's Birthday at Balcony Bar.


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Bagel Decorating with Krewe de Jieux - (10/3/2009)

KdJ Bagel Painting and other Crafts 11am - 2pm Come one, come y'all - to a family focused Sukkot festival Krewe du Jieux is partnering with the generous Moishe House to host a casual Sukkot arts and crafts day! We will have various art stations - most notably decorating your very own Krewe du Jieux bagel.


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Family and Friends Sukkot Potluck - (10/2/2009)

Just one more holiday left in the Jewish High Holiday Trifecta, Sukkot. We'd like to invite you to the very first Family and Friends Friday Potluck in the Sukkah. Bring your friends, family and favorite dish this Friday, October 2nd to Moishe House for fine dinning in the Sukkah. Please bring your top dish as the Best 2 Dishes will each win $25 gift certificates to Stein's Deli. Special Guests include: Father and Grandpa Graboyes (Philadelphia) Aba and Ima Benedek (Boston) and Ms. Monaghan (New York)


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Fast Day, Board Games and Movies - (9/28/2009)

Moishe House Hosts Friends for games and crafts at the house during the Yom Kippur Fast.


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Dinner with JFJS - (9/23/2009)

Moishe House Hosts visiting program leaders from Jewish Funds for Justice for a dinner at the house.


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Apples and Honey Pub Crawl - (9/19/2009)

Apples and Honey for Moishe House Pub Crawl


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Sukkah Building - (9/17/2009)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th Sukkah Building 6:00pm-8:00pm Lend a hand as Moishe House builds a Sukkah to celebrate th Holliday of Sukkot. Sukkah building will begin after work and we could use your help. .:.Find out more by emailing moisheneworleans@gmail.com. Those that are interested can email for a copy Sukkah drawings and arrange to help either during the day (if not working 3pm-5pm) or after work 6pm-8pm. Pizza will be provided.


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Moishe Movie Night: Waltz with Bashir - (9/16/2009)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th Moishe Movie Night: Waltz with Bashir 7:30-9:00PM Join Moishe Nola as we crash a movie night hosted by the Tulane Jewish Studies Program. For everyone that hasn’t seen the film, we highly recommend joining at the LBC on Tulane’s campus.


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Michigan Football: Michigan v. Notre Dame - (9/12/2009)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th Michigan Football at Cooter Brown’s 2:30-6:00PM Michigan hosts rival Notre Dame for the second game of the season. Join the University Alumni Group at Cooter Brown’s for each game of the season.


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James Perry Speaking Event - (9/9/2009)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th James Perry 2010 7:00-8:00PM Moishe House Hosts Mayoral Candidate James Perry for his second speaking event at the house. James Perry is currently the Executive Director of the New Orleans Fair Housing Advocacy Group and has announced his intention to be the next Mayor of New Orleans. The Moishe House supports Jame’s fresh perspective and energy for reforming local government.


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Exploring the Gulf: Tubing on the North Shore - (8/23/2009)

Another event in our series Exploring the Gulf takes the Moishe House and a group of regulars across Lake Pontchartrain to spend a quiet afternoon floating the Bogue Chitto.


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Friday Night Dinner: Special Guest PBS - (8/14/2009)

Moishe House Hosts our regular Friday Night Dinner. This week PBS sent along a crew to interview the members of the house and film Shabbat Dinner for an upcoming piece on the program Religion and Ethics. The Moishe House feature is scheduled to air August 28th nationwide.


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Ted and Jessica's Going Away - (8/12/2009)

It's a Going-Away Party! As ardent friends and supporters of Ted Hornick and Jessica Price, we're going to make sure that they get a proper send-off. Ted "Tedley" Hornick is off to Maine to become the only great American writer with an exclusive Teva sponsorship. Ms. Jessica "Jay" Price is leaving on a jet plane back to California to help the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals solve the constitutionality of the baseball juicing scandal. So before they leave let's send em off right. Put the word out. TED AND JESSICA'S GOING AWAY PARTY Date: Tuesday, August 12th Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Sunny/Drizzle Location: City Park, either Picnic Shelter 9 or a bench area to be determined. Downpour Location: 5416 S. Tonti, Moishe House. See map


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Sunday Fish-Fry - (8/9/2009)

Moishe House hosts a group of travelling Aussies and some old friends visiting from New York. This mixed group enjoyed the finest in Moishe House Cuisine featuring a Trout from a recent Gulf Fishing Trip.


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MoisheNola Ice Cream Truck stops at Broadmoor Night Out Against Crime - (8/4/2009)

Come stop by for some creamy, tasty Ice Cream. For the hardworking residents of Broadmoor courtesy of Moishe Nola. This yearly event draws a crowd in front of Little Mama’s House at the corner of Walmsley and Salcedo.


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Zephyrs Baseball - (8/3/2009)

Join us for Dollar Dog Night as the Zephyrs Host the Iowa Land Sharks.


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White Linen Night - (8/1/2009)

Moishe House Invites Friends to enjoy a night out in the New Orleans Gallery District. Friends are invited to move as a group through a 4 block series of galleries and gather at the Contemporary Gallery of Art for a final toast.


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Learning Night with Rabbi Uri - (7/27/2009)

MONDAY, July 27th The Origin of Tikkun Olam: Jewish Learning Night #2 with Rabbi Uri 6:00-8:00PM If you've ever volunteered with your Synagogue or participated in Jewish community service then you are most likely aware of the word Tikkun Olam, "Perfecting the World." Rabbi Uri of Beth Israel will help us explore the concept from its origins from Medieval times in Tsfat, Israel to our modern day understanding. .:.RSVP & for more info: gill.benedek@gmail.com . See this link for pictures from Jewish Learning Night #1 with Rabbi Scott Perlo


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Explore the Gulf: Deep Sea Fishing - (7/26/2009)

Moishe House Crew pushes to further explore the gulf region journeying out into the Gulf waters in search of Red Snapper. Fishing was followed by a feast at the Hagen House a neighbor of our Captain and a longtime supporter/partner of the Moishe House.


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Ice Cream Truck - (7/20/2009)

MONDAY, JULY 20th MoisheNola Ice Cream Truck at Broadmoor Improvement Association Meeting 5:30-7:00PM Come stop by for some creamy, tasty Ice Cream. For the hardworking residents of Broadmoor courtesy of Moishe Nola.


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Broadmoor Census Work - (7/19/2009)

Moishe House regulars lend a hand with the Broadmoor Census Project. The Broadmoor neighborhood has been facilitating a neighborhood census this summer to gather information on neighborhood emergency preparedness, and the unmet recovery needs of households effected by hurricane Katrina. Its often difficult to mobilize workers on a sunday morning, and MHNOLA provided some extra bodies and extra incentives with morning pastries and post census lunch.


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Monthly Shabbat Potluck - (7/17/2009)

Friday, July 17th Shabbat Potluck with Special Host Esther Sadoff Drinks 7ish, Dinner 8pm Summer stay Esther Sadoff has a few culinary tricks up her sleeve and she's inviting everyone to challenge her with the potluck. Something cool and summery. Please RSVP. .:.CHECK OUT THIS LINK FOR LAST MONTH's DINNER


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Explore the Gulf: Beaches and Casinos In MS - (7/11/2009)

As another event in our Explore the Gulf series Moishe House journeys to Mississippi. Adventure follows. The keys are lost at the beach, but an old man with a metal detector comes to the rescue. A trip to the Boomtown Casino proves to be a luck trip for the Moishe house, as blackjack comes in big.


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Gospel Church - (7/5/2009)

Explore the local new orleans culture by visiting churches. the particular neighborhood of Central City was was the Jewish Neighborhood and now is home to a number of Black and Hispanic Churches. Sunday's Event is a visit to the original Beth Israel, now New Home Welcome Center, with Pastor Blakes. Photos didn't come out. screen doesn't work and women didn't point the camera straight.


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Moishe Movie Night - Point Break - (6/29/2009)

Moishe House is showing Point Break and Serving up Meatball Sandwiches for a special Monday Event.


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An Evening with the Master Plan and Goody Clancy - (6/18/2009)

MoisheNola hosted an evening with Goody Clancy Planners to review their work on producing a final Master Planning document for the City of New Orleans. This was an opportunity to have a candid discussion about the Master Plan - its content, role, limitations, and how we will bring the projects and ideas of New Orleanians to fruition.


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Potluck Shabbat Dinner - June - (6/12/2009)

We had a potluck Shabbat Dinner with some special guests from Broadmoor CDC. Over 15 interns from Notre Dame, Harvard and Bard joined us for dinner.


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Conversation with Rabbi Scott - (6/10/2009)

Join The Professional Leaders Project and Moishe House for a night of kickback learning: meaningful Torah, good friends, thoughtful conversation. Topic: How to Operate with a Blown Mind - Living Well When The Future's Uncertain This evening is part of PLP�s nationwide Torah for Tough Times series, dealing with issues of the financial crisis that specifically affect Nextgen. For more Torah, go to http://plptorah.blogspot.com


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KICKBALL FOR KIDS - (5/31/2009)

SUNDAY, MAY 31TH KICKBALL FOR KIDS @ UPTOWN JCC (ST. CHARLES/JEFFERSON) 10AM-7:00PM This promises to be a fun filled day. Event includes pizza, all you can drink beer, and a MH T-Shirt. The Jcc is hosting this Kickball Tournament to benefit Kids! Get in touch with the house early for your spot on the roster. Prices, $10 for Jcc Members, $20 for non-Members.


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TUESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: GROUNDHOG DAY - (5/26/2009)

TUESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: GROUNDHOG DAY @ MOISHE HOUSE (5416 S.TONTI) 7:30-9:30PM Friends and neighbors are invited to this community event that aims to draw a mixed crowd. The movie will be projected on the front of the house. Bring a folding chair or a few pillows to curl up on the lawn.


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EXPLORE THE GULF: FRIDAY NIGHT CAMPING - (5/22/2009)

EXPLORE THE GULF: FRIDAY NIGHT CAMP OUT @ TICKFAW STATE PARK (MEET AT MOISHE HOUSE AND CARPOOL LEAVES AT 4PM) FRIDAY 3PM - SATURDAY 12PM New to the gulf coast? Enjoy being outdoors? Join Moishe House for a new regular event "Explore the Gulf." The first trip will be to Tickfaw State Park, 45min NW of town off Historical Hwy 55. Ride sharing is to be arranged a week before the event for those shown as attending. You are invited to contact the house by email or through the Facebook page to express your interest and your available camping supplies. If camping is not your thing, not to worry...keep an eye out for future "Explore the Gulf" events that will offer a shared cabin option.


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FEDERATION NEWCOMER'S POTLUCK - (5/8/2009)

FEDERATION NEWCOMER'S POTLUCK @ MOISHE HOUSE (5416 S.TONTI) 7:00-10:00PM New Orleans Newcomer's are welcome at this event sponsored by the Federation of New Orleans.


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CUATRO DE MAYO - (5/4/2009)

MONDAY, MAY 4TH CUATRO DE MAYO @ FELIPE'S (CLAIBORNE/CALHOUN) 5:30-7:00PM Ole!! Can't wait to rock in Cinco de Mayo? Join us a day early, this Monday at Felipe's for drinks and apps at our favorite neighborhood taqueria.


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JAZZFEST BRUNCH - (5/3/2009)

SUNDAY, MAY 3rd JAZZFEST BRUNCH, STEAK & EGGS @ MOISHE HOUSE (5416 S.TONTI) 9:30-11:00AM JazzFest wraps up with Steak & Eggs. Preparation begins Sunday morning for the final day of the closing weekend. Get the most important meal of the day, and then rally to the festival!! .:.RSVP & for more info: Moishe Facebook Events


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Game Night: Cashflow - (4/27/2009)

Moishe House invites friends to play Rich Dad's Cashflow. Cashflow is the game that empowers a conversation about money and how it can work for individuals and the community. This event is extended to friends, coworkers and also to the community through craigslist.


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Movie Night: TBD - (4/21/2009)

Moishe House Movie Night takes it to the Street. Moishe House takes our projector and screen outside for a showing of a kid/adult friendly movie. We aim to entertain friends and neighbors with a movie on the driveway.


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Moishe Shabbat - (4/17/2009)

Entertain Guests at our Monthly Shabbat Dinner.


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Moishe House Dinner April - (4/15/2009)

Moishe Krew discussed upcoming Internship program. Photos are of us stuffed back at the house (left the camera at home) and a meeting summary detailing internship program.


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Moishe Shabbat: SB Confirmation Trip - (4/3/2009)

Shabbat dinner prepared for visiting youth group and local new olreans residents.


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Moishe Nola Shabbat - (3/27/2009)

Another rousing and successful Moishe Nola Shabbat Potluck, with Chef Prussack at the helm.


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Stanford University Volunteers - (3/26/2009)

The famous Stanford ASB trip stopped by Moishe Nola for pizza and a discussion.


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Scripps volunteer - - (3/16/2009)

6 Scripps collegiate ladies volunteered with the broadmoor development corporation and free church of annunciation for their spring break.


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Jeff Welcom Home Dinner - House Planning Event - (3/10/2009)

The tonti trio went to Pascal Manale's for a delicious brainstorm about the future of Moishe Nola


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UJC Bus Tour w/ Moishe Nola - (3/10/2009)

Moisheniks Jon Graboyes and Gill Benedek hosted two separate tour buses for the UJC national conference. NOTE: WRONG DATE . SHOULD BE 15th


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Jewish Movie Night - Waltz with Bashir - (2/27/2009)

Moishe Nola treated 6 friends to tickets for the Israeli anime flick 'Waltz with Bashir'. A beautiful, insightful, and haunting movie 'Walts with Brashir' tells the story of Israeli soldiers involvement in the Lebanon war. Drinks were had afterward to continue a discussion about the movie.


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Moishe Mardi Gras Day - 100 years of Zulu! - (2/24/2009)

(Please note this event was actually 2/24/09 - it was accidentally entered on the 14th and does not seem editable) Fat Tuesday in New Orleans!!!! Moishe House got an early start to this one making arrangements with friends of Moishe Nola to gather to watch the Zulu parade at 7:45 am! This parade marked the 100 year anniversary of Zulu. Historically an African American parade, Zulu was prohibited from parading through the uptown section of New Orleans until the late 1960's. After Zulu Moishe House led a bike brigade to the French Quarter for the last day of carnival revelry.


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Moishe House hits Mom's Ball - (2/21/2009)

One of the 'must see' balls of Mardi Gras, Mom's ball did not disappoint. For the sake of keeping the Mintranet PG lets just say this is one not for the faint at heart. Loads of fun though, and lots of friends. The theme for the night 'Double Exposure' was attempted by the Moishe House members who dressed as members of the 1970's disco group Double Exposure.


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Dr. Dog Concert - (2/17/2009)

Moishe House grabbed our friends and headed to One Eyed Jack's in the French Quarter for a night of music. The historic and ornate venue was a site to behold, and the band did not disappoint. Those catchy tunes are stilling ringing in my ears.


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Krewe du veiux Parade and Ball - (2/7/2009)

After weeks of float building, costume making, and tremendous anticipation, Moishe House residents, Krewe du Mishigas members, and friends of Moishe Nola joined together to celebrate the Krewe du Veiux. The theme for the parade was 'Stimulus Package'. Known for its insightful satire and general spectacle, the 2009 Krewe du Vieux was a great success. Parading through the historic French Quarter, followed by the Krewe du Vieux Ball, a great time was had by all. Krewe du Mishigas is one of 2 Jewish Mardi Gras Krewes in New Orleans. Moishe House is honored to have been invited into this exclusive Krewe, and looking forward to continued gatherings with the Mishigas over the coming year.


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Float Build - Krewe du Mishigas - (2/1/2009)

Friends of the Moishe Nola lend a hand to build the float and design costumes for the Krewe du Mishigas. The entire Krewe Du Vieux parade gathers every Sunday at the 'Den' for good times and craftsmanship in preparation for parade day!


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Friday Night Dinner - (1/16/2009)

Our biggest shabbat dinner yet! With the addition of Volunteers from Bard College, who'd spent their week volunteer with the Broadmoor Improvement Association, this was the biggest potluck shabbat MoisheNola has done to date. Wonderful to have so many new faces in the home. Night ended with a bonfire in the backyard.


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JCC Directors Rebuild Broadmoor! - (1/12/2009)

Participants of the JCC directors conference work to rebuild a Broadmoor house. Broadmoor took on more than 7' of water during Hurricane Katrina. These volunteers painted and helped rebuild the home of a family trying to recover and return to New Orleans. What a great day of service!


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Fair Grounds - Horse Track - (1/11/2009)

Spent the day with friends of Moishe NOLA at the Fair Grounds Horse Track. A beautiful day at the races, and everyone came home a winner!


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MH NOLA Speaks at National JCC Dinner - (1/11/2009)

Moishe House residents were invited to speak to participants of the JCC aspiring directors program. High level JCC employees with ambitions to become directors held a training conference in New Orleans and asked Moishe House to speak to issues of the recovery of the jewish community and rebuilding in New Orleans . Event took place at the Hotel Monteleon. Jonathan and Gill spoke for about 30 minutes before an engaging question and answer session.


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Brown Univ Mixer - Mayoral Candidate Fireside Chat - (1/6/2009)

We had a discussion with Brown University students and candidate for Mayor James Perry. Pizza was provided.


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NOLA Panel for United Reform Judaism Service Trip - (12/22/2008)

Three New Orleans Jewish young professionals held a discussion at the Moishe house with 30 service trip volunteers from United Reform Jewish Congregation (not sure on exact name). Pizza was served and MH entire wine rack was cleared.


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Latke-Off @ Touro's - (12/19/2008)

Who makes the best Latke? Not me cause there were to amazing contributions - banana latkes and apple latkes. Pure sweetness.


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Hornick Hoedown #24 - (12/12/2008)

A Birthday party for everyone's favorite literati, Ted Hornick.


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Thanksgiving Dinner and Book Swap - (11/27/2008)

Cooked enormous Thanksgiving feast, swapped books and watched football (GO EAGLES!). Friends, relaxation, and boat loads of holiday spirit.


Thanksgiving Shabbat Potluck - (11/21/2008)

Shabbat Potluck + Kosher Turkey + "Winter Wear" = Best Potluck Yet.


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The Great Movie Watching Society - (11/16/2008)

Zohan is here and fantastic. We were upset that our camera crapped out on us. More and more people kept popping the door open to check out people messing with the Zohan only to be immensely regretful.


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3rd Space - Broadmoor Development Program - (10/29/2008)

Moishe House hosted a community charette for the 3rd Space - Broadmoor Development Program. The group plans to develop a commercial venture in the Broadmoor neighborhood and inquired if the local N.O. Moishe House might be used for the community to discuss these plans.