For a long time, many of us at the Baltimore Board of Rabbis (BBR) have sensed that local Jewish organizations thirst for substantive Jewish programs to bring to their constituencies. Groups often invite diverse speakers to discuss provocative ideas or teach lessons from our Jewish tradition. However, most have never considered inviting a rabbi. Beginning in fall 2010, many of my BBR colleagues are proudly participating in an exciting new program available exclusively to Baltimore-area Jewish groups, synagogues, and ASSOCIATED agencies. The launch of our community-wide Baltimore Board of Rabbis Speakers’ Bureau will make the task of filling your program calendar easier. BBR will field requests for speakers and should be able to confirm speakers’ availability within 10 days or less. In today’s economic environment, it is cost-prohibitive to bring in name speakers who command substantial fees. As a public service, BBR now offers your group a smart alternative. Each of our speakers only requests a modest honorarium. Your constituency will delight in the breadth and depth of Jewish learning our speakers bring to each engagement. Page through our robust listing and you’ll be excited by the diverse menu of speakers and topics we offer. My colleagues are both knowledgeable in their given fields and seasoned speakers and teachers. Select the speaker(s) you want for your group for 2010-2011 now, while the best dates, speakers, and topics are still available. Thank you in advance for making the BBR Speakers’ Bureau a part of your program. Sincerely, Rabbi Steven Fink President, Baltimore Board of Rabbis |