Reform Temple of Putnam Valley Presents 'Bubby’s Stories-Belarus to the Bronx'

The Reform Temple of Putnam Valley is pleased to present a very special virtual presentation:
Bubby’s Stories-Belarus to the Bronx, on Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 4:00-5:00 pm via Zoom. Author Rosyln Rothstein tells her compelling true story of the history of seven generations of a Jewish immigrant family and how they were also assisted by HIAS, the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society. Her stories date from the late 1800s, following her family’s medieval shtetl existence in rural war-torn Belarus, Russia to the modernity of the political scene of 20th century New York City. Everyone will enjoy this personal but completely universal presentation. The
program is free and open to the public. RSVPs are required. Please email rtpvinfo@gmail.com or leave a message at 845.528.4774.

ROSYLN ROTHSTEIN is the author of the book, Bubby’s Stories-Belarus to the Bronx. According to Ms. Rothstein, “My parents and grandparents came to the United States through Ellis Island at the beginning of the 20th century. Their courage in the face of all the adversities they met and the good nature and sense of humor they maintained despite it all, was what has always inspired me. My mother used to say that if she could find America, we could do anything. I still believe she was right. 

“I was born in the Bronx, the youngest child of Jewish immigrants from shtetls in Belarus. A first-generation American, I became a non-fiction story writer and poet. A poet at heart, I exorcise the demons of anger against social injustice by writing political polemics in poetry. Fascinated by history and being a nerd who enjoys doing research, the writing of BUBBY'S STORIES grew almost organically out of my family's history.

“A longtime resident of Westchester County, New York, I am the mother of two wonderful children. Now retired, I was grateful to have had a career that afforded me the opportunity to take care of seniors as the Director of Resident Services in a large senior residence and to be able to help people.”

You can purchase Bubby’s Stories on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1539591239

ABOUT RTPV: The Reform Temple of Putnam Valley, founded in 1967, is a progressive congregation serving Putnam and Northern Westchester. Shabbat services are held Friday evenings at 8 pm via Zoom as of March &  April, 2021. Family services are held once a month. Programs include religious school for preschoolers through young adults and adult education programs. The congregation is particularly sensitive to the varied needs of
members, including individuals raised in various Jewish traditions and interfaith families, and welcomes Jews from all backgrounds and lifestyles. RTPV is proud of its commitment to the community, most notably as co-founders of the Putnam Valley Community Food Pantry. Events include High Holy Days services, Hanukkah and Purim Fests, hiking club, movie nights, summer BBQ, Coffee House Evening, Sisterhood and Brotherhood Events, Social Action and more. For more information, visit rtpv.org.