Men’s Club Musings

Although the Iron Pigs disappointed, the Aug. 8th event did not. Beautiful weather, pleasant company, good food, everything you could ask for in a ball game. Cantor Kevin sang the National Anthem with his usual style and flair and the game was on. The Braves took off to an early lead, but the Iron Pigs caught up. It was only in the 10th inning, that, I believe, the Pigs stopped playing and allowed the Braves three, unanswered runs. Oh well. Unfortunately, the Cycling event scheduled for August 22 was rained out.  I hope this can be rescheduled and could, perhaps, become a regular event.

September 19 is our brunch and the day we put up the Sukkah. Then on Oct.3, we take down the Sukkah and head to Hawk Mountain. This is a wonderful experience to learn and watch the raptors in their natural habitat. Don’t forget your binoculars.

On October 10, the Men’s Club is co-sponsoring an Evening with the Candidates with the Jewish Federation. Congressman Charlie Dent and Bethlehem Mayor John Callahan have confirmed and we are waiting to hear from Joe Sestak and Pat Toomey. Save the date. November 7 is our next Pigskin and Poker night. It seems to me that some men don’t come because they are not poker players. I have to tell you that I am also not a poker player, nor do I enjoy gambling, but these evenings are a lot of fun. It is a good time to just hang out with a bunch of great guys.

I look forward to seeing you all at our upcoming events and hope you have had a good summer.

Fred Eisenberg
Men's Club President