A Summer of Connection, Celebration, and Community
The summer at DSN Beach Club was non-stop activity. From meaningful cultural events to lively music nights, from comedy to charitable causes and educational programs- DSN did it all.
The most noteworthy highlight of the season was once again partnering with the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization (IDFWO) to host a Bar Mitzvah celebration for the children of Israel’s fallen heroes. For the second year in a row, DSN welcomed these young guests for a full weekend of love, joy, and connection.
IDFWO Executive Director David Metzler described the experience as “extraordinary,” stating, “The welcome and heartfelt embrace your incredible community extended to the children was profoundly moving. It was more than hospitality; it was love in action. Every detail was unforgettable… above all, the overwhelming turnout of people from every generation of your amazing community. It was a powerful expression of your deep connection to Israel and your commitment to passing that love from one generation to the next.”
One of the most touching moments came when children from both communities joined in a spontaneous dance, singing Hebrew songs together with pure joy, no barriers, no separations, just unity.
DSN served as a hub for non-profits and community initiatives. This summer saw collaborations with Stoop Talks, High Heat, and Ball for Israel. DSN’s Coordinator of Non-Profit Events Jen Sasson reflected, “It is wonderful to see so many crucial organizations come together and have DSN host them with the shared mission of uplifting and doing good for our community.”
DSN’s Ladies Nights became a much-anticipated weekly tradition on every Monday night, featuring mahjong, canasta, an evening with Instagram influencer Challah Mom, and bingo with the Crusty Sisters. Community member Lisa Betesh said, “We all really love the Ladies Nights. Canasta was so fun!”
Culturally and educationally, DSN hosted the Sisters of Fortune book event, Sephardic Heritage Film screenings, and rabbinic classes led by Rabbi Eli Mansour, Rabbi Raymond Beyda, and Rabbi Ariel Mizrahi. In addition, art classes brought creative expression to the forefront.
Music lovers enjoyed an eclectic lineup including Rock the Shore, a nostalgic Doo-Wop evening, cowboy-hat-wearing jazz pianist Louis Middleton, and the spirited Hebrew melodies of the Irv Safdieh Band. Meanwhile, Teva’s Saturday night DJ events gave singles in the community a fun space to connect.
A core part of the DSN Beach Club’s mission is to create meaningful opportunities for singles to meet and connect within our community. The Club hosted a variety of engaging singles events that became highlights of the season. From Friday Mazza gatherings that offered a warm space for older singles to mingle, to Stoop Talks that blended learning and connection, every program was crafted with purpose. Rabbi Ariel Mizrahi’s inspiring Zera Shimshon young ladies class and special Tu B’Av class for young adults brought depth and tradition to the experience, while Teva’s Saturday night DJ events gave singles a vibrant and exciting space to enjoy world-class music and each other’s company with an amazing all-star DJ lineup that included DJ Kassin, David Faks, DJ Redd, and DJ EL. A special singles Shabbat lunch at Teva, in collaboration with The Center, continued DSN’s commitment to building bonds and community.
And let’s not forget the posh popups that transformed the DSN lobby into a boutique-style shopping destination throughout the season.
From sunrise swims to sunset socials, there hasn’t been an idle day at DSN Beach Club. The ocean may draw people to the shore, but it’s DSN that draws the community together, making Deal a place where connection, culture, and celebration truly thrive.
DSN Executive Board Member and Beach Club Chairperson Victoria E. Sutton summarizes, “Grateful for the blessing of the Beach Club community center in our lives. B’H, as the sun sets on a beautiful summer at the DSN Beach Club, we look ahead to the Fall & Holiday season. We wish our community, our loved ones, and all of Am Israel a New Year filled with health, happiness, and blessings.”
