A quick “shlep” to Brooklyn turned into a lively evening of new takes on old classics, full bellies and empty glasses. Excited by the promise of a modern approach to old-school Jewish dishes, the Young Members and friends gathered at the Brooklyn-based Mile End Deli for an interactive evening with the restaurants co-founder Joel Tietolman, who served up a seemingly never-ending feast of his creative Montreal-style Jewish comfort foods. After hearty servings of smoked meats and deep fried favorites. Young Members enjoyed an intimate Q&A with Joel on how change-makers like Mile End are ushering in a new era of noshing.

When there are neighbors in need, Emanu-El’s Young Members are ready to break a sweat. Taking to the treadmills at Mile High Run Club’s SoHo studio, Young Members raised over $6,000 for DOROT and their mission to improve the lives and health of Jewish (and non-Jewish) seniors in New York. After rallying their networks through a well-coordinated fundraising campaign, the Young Members came together for an hour-long high-level workout. To celebrate their success, the afternoon continued with a well-deserved round of drinks at a nearby bar.

Good friends and great food are at the very heart of the Young Members Circle. More than 70 Young Members gathered to mix and mingle overly a carefully crafted menu of Middle-Eastern dishes from Chef Einat Admony’s popular Greenwich Village eatery, Balaboosta. Sharing in the mouth-watering medley of Israeli and Persian plates, Young Members and friends acted upon their goal to bring a modern approach to the Sabbath meal.