HNE - Southern New England- Books on The Beach 2026

Books on the Beach 2026

Please join Hadassah Southern New England for Books on the Beach 2026, a special luncheon and program bringing together nearly 200 Hadassah members and guests from the greater Rhode Island and Boston area.

We are honored to welcome Hadassah National President Carol Ann Schwartz and featured authors Jenna Blum and B.A. Shapiro for what promises to be a meaningful and memorable afternoon celebrating Hadassah’s lifesaving work.

Support Hadassah

When registering, please consider becoming a sponsor or making an additional donation. Our goal is to raise $30,000 in support of Hadassah’s important work.

Proceeds directly benefit Hadassah Medical Organization, helping advance world-class medical care, research, healing, and hope.

If you are unable to attend, we hope you will still consider making a donation.

Sponsor Benefits

Sponsors will receive special recognition and benefits, including:

• Invitation to the exclusive Sponsor Reception
• Listing in the event program by sponsor level
• Two event tickets for sponsors of $1,800 or more

Registration Information

The event registration fee is $85 and includes the luncheon and program. The $85 registration fee is not tax deductible; however, additional donations are 100% tax deductible.

Anyone who makes a donation beyond the $85 ticket price will be entered into a drawing.

If you cannot attend but would like to make a donation, please click the red Donate button on the right-hand side below the ticket levels.

For more information, please email ChapRI@hadassah.org or call (857) 404-0599 and leave a message.

Hotel Information

A limited number of hotel rooms have been reserved for guests who would like to stay overnight.

Room rate: $269 per night
Dates available: August 4–5, 2026
To reserve: Call the hotel directly at 401-236-2020 and use code 080426HAD
Deadline to book: July 4, 2026

Paying by Check

If you would like to register or donate by check, please mail payment to:

Hadassah c/o Judy Schoenfeld
P.O. Box 1075
Slatersville, RI 02876

Please write Books on the Beach in the memo line and include the following information:

• Name
• Email
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Meal choice: broiled salmon or eggplant rollatini
• Seating request, if any
• Whether you will attend the Sponsor Reception, if registering as a sponsor