NEW JERSEY PREMIERE

This charming documentary pays tribute to the collection of summer resorts and bungalow colonies that became Jewish-American vacation destinations across the 20th century. Lovingly nicknamed the Borscht Belt, this nostalgic look back at a once-thriving community portrays the Catskills not only as hot-spots of lavish meals and hilarious entertainment, but as a way for New York Jews to escape a world rife with antisemitism. This trip down memory lane has a wealth of stunning archival videos with appearances from numerous American icons, from Buddy Hackett and Mel Brooks to Eleanor Roosevelt and Jackie Robinson.

Sunday, November 10, 3:00pm - SOLD OUT
Second screening added:
Tuesday, November 12, 12:30pm

“This delightful time capsule highlights the Catskills as a cultural touchstone and a crucible of the Jewish-American saga.” –Atlanta Jewish Film Festival