The Weinstein JCC’s largest fundraising event of the year—A Night of Magic and Laughter! – takes place on Thursday, March 5, 2026. This unforgettable evening kicks off with a Sponsor Reception for our valued supporters, followed by food, live music, and entertainment for all attendees. Guests will hear inspiring stories about our mission, have the opportunity to give through Tzedakah, and end the night with a breathtaking comedy magic show by Erick Olson, featured on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. Laughter, amazement, and giving back—all in one magical evening! Plus, the gala features cuisine by Ari Augenbaum, an acclaimed executive chef and hospitality leader with a lifelong passion for bold, global cuisine. He has operated restaurants for culinary icons and public figures including Bobby Flay, Ashton Kutcher, Morou Ouattara, and Malcolm Mitchell, and has been featured on the Food Network. His restaurants have earned multiple RAMMY Awards and national recognition from Forbes, Bon Appétit, Southern Living, and Washingtonian.
Event Cost: $
Mar 5, 2026 from 06:00 PM to Mar 5, 2026 @ 10:30 PM
Organizer
The Carole & Marcus Weinstein Jewish Community Center both builds the Jewish community, and communities, while engaging actively with the larger community around it, bringing Jewish life, values, and culture to the broader community.