2014 Appearances
The Straus Historical Society in Chicago
September 2014
September 2014
In September of 2014, Joan Adler and Catherine Smith were invited to Chicago for a series of events and presentations relating to the history of the Straus Family. The following events took place between September 12th and September 14th.
On Friday, September 12th, The Standard Clubhosted a Lunch & Learn presentation by Joan Adler about her book For the Sake of the Children: The Letters between Otto Frank and Nathan Straus Jr. The reception began 11:30 with a lovely lunch. Joan began her presentation at noon and the audience was extremely interested. Following the presentation was a quick Q&A session and Joan was available to sign books.
Thank you to the Standard Club for hosting SHS and to all those who attended this presentation. We have been invited back to the Standard Club and hope to return in the Spring
Thank you to the Standard Club for hosting SHS and to all those who attended this presentation. We have been invited back to the Standard Club and hope to return in the Spring
Later in the evening on September 12th,Congregation Sukkat Shalom hosted a presentation by Joan Adler about her book For the Sake of the Children: The Letters between Otto Frank and Nathan Straus Jr. The program was held during evening services at the synagogue. Joan spoke for about a half an hour accompanied by an informative powerpoint. After services concluded, the congregation and guests gathered for dessert and Joan was available to answer questions and sign books.
Thank you to Sukkat Shalom and Rabbi Sam Gordon! We hope to continue this relationship and look forward to returning again in the future.
Thank you to Sukkat Shalom and Rabbi Sam Gordon! We hope to continue this relationship and look forward to returning again in the future.
On Saturday, September 13th, B'nai Yehuda Beth Sholom and Congregation Am Echad jointly hosted presentation by Joan Adler entitled "The Remarkable Straus Family Saga." The presentation began at 1:30 in the sanctuary and was attended by over 100 people. Joan spoke about the Straus family while photographs were passed around the crowd. After her presentation, Joan answered audience questions and then invited the guests to join her for dessert.
On Sunday, September 14th, B'nai Yehuda Beth Sholom and Congregation Am Echad jointly hosted a second presentation by Joan Adler about her book For the Sake of the Children: The Letters between Otto Frank and Nathan Straus Jr. The presentation began at 1:30. Joan spoke as a powerpoint played behind her. The audience had thoughtful questions that Joan answered after the conclusion of her presentation. Joan was then available to sign books as dessert was served to those who attended.
A huge thank you to B'nai Yehuda Beth Sholom & Congregation Am Echad for jointly hosting SHS. Brian Zakem and Ellen Kahn were the main forces behind bringing SHS to Chicago in the first place, and we are in their debt. We are truly looking forward to returning again in the Spring!
A huge thank you to B'nai Yehuda Beth Sholom & Congregation Am Echad for jointly hosting SHS. Brian Zakem and Ellen Kahn were the main forces behind bringing SHS to Chicago in the first place, and we are in their debt. We are truly looking forward to returning again in the Spring!
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On Wednesday, July 30th, Joan Adler spoke at the IAJGS Conference in Salt Lake City about her book For the Sake of the Children: The Letters between Otto Frank and Nathan Straus Jr. The talk was attended by a receptive audience and was followed by a Q&A. Joan was very pleased with the entire conference and looks forward to attending and speaking again in the future.
Educational Alliance
June 2014
June 2014
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On June 5th, 2014, Joan Adler and Catherine Smith were invited to give a presentation at the Educational Alliance Sirovich Center at 331 East 12th Street in New York. Joan Adler spoke about the history of the Straus family in New York and their connection to the Educational Alliance. The presentation was attended by a substantial number of interested local residents. Photographs and order materials were on display and guests were invited to ask questions after the program.
This program is just the first of many programs SHS hopes to create with the help of the Educational Alliance. Please check back soon for more presentations at the Educational Alliance in NYC.
This program is just the first of many programs SHS hopes to create with the help of the Educational Alliance. Please check back soon for more presentations at the Educational Alliance in NYC.
Joan Adler in Los Angeles
January 2014
January 2014
Between January 4th and January 7th, Joan Adler Joan Adler traveled to Los Angeles for a series of presentations about her book For the Sake of the Children: The Letters Between Otto Frank and Nathan Straus Jr. Several organizations sponsored these talks and the presentations were be followed by a book signing. Copies of her book were available for purchase.
Jewish Genealogical Society of
Conejo Valley and Ventura County
Conejo Valley and Ventura County
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On Sunday, January 5th, The Jewish Genealogical Society of the Conejo Valley and Ventura County hosted a presentation by Joan Adler at Temple Adat Elohim, Thousand Oaks, CA. The presentation about Joan's new book For the Sake of the Children took place from 1:30 to 3:30 in the afternoon and was followed by a book signing. About 60 guests were in attendance and the crowd was very enthusiastic and interested. Joan inscribed several books and the afternoon was a success.
Jewish Genealogical Society of Los Angeles
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On Monday, January 6th, The Jewish Genealogical Society of Los Angeles hosted a presentation by Joan Adler at The Toyota USA Automobile Museum, Torrance, CA. The presentation began at 7:30 pm and was attended by over 40 guests. Everyone was very excited about the event and Joan was invited back to talk at another venue on a future date.
Agoura Hills Library
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On Tuesday, January 7th, at 6 pm, Agoura Hills Library, was scheduled to host a presentation by Joan Adler. Unfortunately, due to illness, this event had to be cancelled. Joan plans to return to California again in the future and was invited back to speak at a later date.