2010-08-20 / Front Page

Stephen Dubner, Best Selling Author of Superfreakonomics, Speaks in Margate

SHEDDING NEW LIGHT ON OLD QUESTIONS

Stephen Dubner Stephen Dubner Congregation Beth Judah will present Stephen Dubner, best-selling author of “Freakonomics” and “SuperFreakonomics,” on Oct.10, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the Milton and Betty Katz Jewish Community Center in Margate.

“Mr. Dubner will challenge the way we think, exploring the hidden side of everything. He will amaze our community by presenting raw economic data wrapped up in fascinating nuggets of information that distill some of our world’s most complex problems into language and ideas we can understand. His upbeat perspective will leave us with the feeling that, maybe, things aren’t so bad after all,” said Dr. David Blecker, cochair of the evening along with Janet Smith. A variety of ticket levels are available. Patron tickets may be purchased at $750, which includes a lavish “Meet the Author” dinner and dessert reception with a book signing. For $125, participants will enjoy the dessert reception with a book signing. Tickets are $36 if purchased in advance, and will be $40 at the door. Dietary laws will be observed.

Sponsors include Landsman Uniforms, Steen Outdoor Advertising, AtlantiCare and the Kramer Beverage company

Beth Judah is a Conservative congregation committed to building a caring and dynamic community dedicated to living a meaningful Jewish life.

For more information, please contact Ethel Levinson at 822-7116.

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