EVENTCHAIR
Tami, your extraordinary talent for raising up others has made an impact beyond measure. We are honored to join in celebrating you, and the vital work that Moving Traditions is doing in the area of teen mental health.
— Tracy and George Gordon
EVENTCHAIR
Tami — You have been such an important contributor to and builder of Moving Traditions, it is an honor to be able to finally honor you! All of us - young and old - learn from you. And it is not only what you say and teach that we learn from, it is also from your actions and your spirit of generosity and kindness that we learn from. Mazel tov tonight and always!
Sally Gottesman
VISIONARY
To our daughter, Tamar Leah: From the day you were born, you have filled our lives with endless love, joy, wonder and pride. We are forever grateful for…
Your smile
• Your wisdom
• Your kindness and compassion •
Your energy and determination
• Your love of Judaism
• Your leadership
• Your values
• Your creativity
• Your accomplishments
• Your devotion to family
• Your calming influence • Your passion for nature
• Your friends • Your husband • Your children
• Your daily phone calls • Your love — Mom and Dad
VISIONARY
Tami — Thank you for the energy and wisdom you have shared with Moving Traditions' teens and board. I, too, have personally learned and benefited from your spirit and for that I am grateful. With respect and admiration, Hope and Adam Suttin
LEADER
Mazel tov to Moving Traditions on your Chai year and the fabulous impact of your work!
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Madelyn Bucksbaum
Adamson and Allen Adamson
BUILDER
Mazel Tov Tami on your well deserved honor! Your dedication, insight and energy are boundless. Thank you for all your focus and productivity. Keep that smile coming!! With much love, Suzanne and Richard Feld and Lauren
BUILDER
Mazel Tov to our Dear Friend Tami Astorino. For your outstanding leadership and generosity, creativity, bottomless energy, and huge heart for our Jewish community and for our teens, the future generations of our Jewish people. Kol Hakavod to Moving Traditions on your Chai Anniversary, may you go from strength to strength. Thank you Shuli Karkowsky, B'Hatzlachah!
— Susanna Lachs and Dean Adler
BUILDER
Tami, It has been such a pleasure knowing you through Moving Traditions! You always bring positive energy, kindness, and a warmness to everything that you do. I have loved our time together and hope we can work together in the future. Good luck in the next chapter of your life. I know whatever you do, it will be full of creativity and passion.
— Bethany Shiner
BUILDER
Tami — Thank you for everything you do! — Bobby and Molly Zuker
BUILDER
Mazel tov, Tami, on receiving this welldeserved honor! Your intelligence, spirit, and dedication to Moving Traditions and the important work it does is an inspiration for all. Love, Renée Sackey
CHANGEMAKER
Congratulations Tami Astorino on receiving this wonderful honor. You are a marvel and a gift to so many! Moving Traditions is lucky to have you and OUR COMMUNITY is lucky to have Moving Traditions!
— Marcy and Daniel Bacine
Mazel Tov to Tami and Moving Traditions!
We are inspired by your commitment, energy and enthusiasm and are grateful for all you do for our community!
— Beth and David Joseph
Mazel tov on this milestone anniversary! Thank you for your ongoing work and the difference you continue to make in the lives of thousands upon thousands of Jewish teens. May you go from strength to strength.
— Rabbi Carole Balin and Michael Gertzman
SUPPORTER
"Let the good in me connect with the good in others, until the world is transformed through the compelling power of love" —
This is the secret behind the magic that Tami radiates. She finds and fans the unique spark in everyone. Tami has changed the lives of countless people who have participated in Moving Tradition groups, in Rise Gatherings, or just by getting to sit across from her sipping tea.
Powered by her love of life, Tami's goodness - and the goodness she inspires- is indeed transformational. I know that I have been elevated by our friendship,and am ever grateful.
— Barbra Berley-Mellits and Bart Mellits
To my beautiful wise sister, my hero in life. We all adore and are grateful for you every day. Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor. Everything you do each and every day truly makes the world a better place. We love you so much.
— Sarah, Jeff, Ruby, Siena, and Josie Vogel
SUPPORTER
Rabbi Nachman
Congratulations to Tami for this well-deserved honor. Her knowledge, natural ability, and commitment has made a difference to so many and continues. Her enthusiasm and joy has affected all who have been a part of her life and we are privileged to share this occasion with Tami and her family.
— Shirley and Jim Saltzman
Congratulations, Tami, on a well-deserved honor! Your light spreads warmth and understanding wherever you go!
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Mignon and Jim Groch
Thank you for sharing your gifts in support of Jewish teens. It has been a pleasure collaborating with you. Mazal tov on this well-deserved honor!
— Rabbi Dena Klein
SUPPORTER
Tami, Congratulations on being named Moving Tradition’s Chai Benefit honoree. Your beauty, brilliance and positivity has influenced so many teens through Moving Traditions and I am thrilled to support you and this wonderful organization.
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Robin and Greg Zappin
Congratulations and thank you for all of your extraordinary work to support and empower Jewish teens in our community and beyond.
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Mindy and Thaddeus Fortin
Tami, You are openhearted, smart, kind, compassionate, generous and you make the world a better place. I love our friendship and our time together at Moving Traditions.
— Jennifer Groen and Ami Dolev
SUPPORTER
Hey Tami, Mazel Tov! It's your brother Ben. You were a perfect group leader for us Relles kids in the 1990s, and I’m glad now there’s an organization and an award for remarkable people like you. You deserve it. Lots of love from us out here in LA. Love you.
— Amy, Ben, Ethan, Emma and Aviva
Relles
Mazel tov Tami. You have made a difference in so many young people's lives. We thank you for impacting our family.
— Jan and Pete Albert
Congratulations Tami! Your hard work and positive attitude is inspiring to all.
— Kathy Gubernick
SUPPORTER
C and N Bank is proud to support Moving Traditions’ Chai Benefit celebrating Moving Traditions impact on Jewish teens. We admire Tami Astorino’s commitment and dedication to the organization and the Jewish youth it serves.
— C and N
Bank
AMPLIFIER
— The Gladstone Family
In honor of Tami Astorino. Your smile lights up our community. Thank you for your leadership throughout the Jewish world!
— Gail and Elliot Norry
Tami, What a pleasure to honor you and all the light and love you have helped to create with Moving Traditions for Jewish teens!
Mazel Tov on this welldeserved honor!!
— Julie Gubernick
AMPLIFIER
— Deborah Meyer
Tami, Thank you for all of your leadership and support of Moving Traditions - you all have brought amazing programming to so many across the country. Yasher koakh!
— Wendy and Bruce Armon
Tami - you’ve been a true leader and kind inspiration since the moment I met you!
You are so deserving of this recognition.
Congratulations Tami on your well-deserved honor.
— Penni and Mark Blaskey
Mazel tov, Tami!
— Sheree Bloch
— Ben
Schindler and Becky Rohtbart
NETWORKER
Mazel tov on this well-deserved honor. I loved working with you and even remember interviewing you for the job on the phone when our boys were 9 months old because that’s how working moms sometimes roll. You continue to accomplish so much and I am in awe of all you bring. May you go from strength to strength.
Mazal Tov Tami! What a fitting honor for someone who embodies warmth, humor, grace and leadership. Wish we could be there to celebrate with you and the Astorino/Relles Crew. But we are sending love. Xo
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Mindy Shapiro and Alan Mendelsohn
Abby and Jonny, Eli, Nathan, and Eva Mars
NETWORKER
Been an honor and pleasure to work with you at Moving Traditions over the years. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to Jewish teens!
— Eve and Jonathan Berger
Congratulations Tami on this well-deserved honor!
— Cindy and Amanda Warkow
Tami was an amazing and supportive group leader. Her guidance helped us learn and grow together as a group. Tami is an incredibly kind and uplifting person who inspires everyone around her.
— Amanda Warkow
In honor of Tami Astorino. You are an inspiration. Kol Hakavod to you! — Liz Shaid
We are so excited to celebrate this well-deserved honor with you! xo Sara and John — Sara Shay and John McCauley
NETWORKER
Mazel tov and thank you for the profoundly positive impact you have had on the lives of many of the Jewish teens in our community!
— Jennifer Albert
When I met Tami over 30 years ago, we were young women about to start on the paths of our lives out in the world. I was drawn to her spirit which, even then, was a blend of warmth and dynamism which connected people and uplifted her just being around her.
— Rebecca Aqua
Congratulations to Tami for all her hard work for a great organization.
— Blueweiss Family
Yay Tami! Thank you for bringing your skill, grace and passion to so many people and projects. We are sending love your way.
— Sara Bucholtz and Talia,
Dena and Ilan Feldman
FRIEND
Mazel Tov Tami!
— Jennifer Brier
Dear Tami, How very lucky our family is to have you and your family in our lives!!
You share your passion, empathy, wisdom, and love with all of your family, friends and organizations to make a truly meaningful and personal difference to everyone! Mazel Tov! We love you!
— Robyn and Adam Cohen
MAZEL TOV, TAMI!!!
Love, Lisa Feingold and the Feingolds/Ravitzs/Friedmans
In recognition of your ability to continually awe and inspire with beauty and grace.
— Carol Einhorn
Mazel tov on 18 years! Grateful to be a part of the Moving Traditions family.
— Paige and Rabbi Megan
GoldMarche
So proud of the work you do! It is so meaningful! Thank you!
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FRIEND
Toni Davison Levenberg
Mazel tov on this most deserved honor! Thank you for all you do to empower women and for the wonderful difference you have made in my life. Love you Tami! XO
— Nancy Gordon
Congrats to Tami! My kids participated in Rosh Hodesh groups because of Tami. I wish I could have experienced being in her group. I know it was awesome!
You are truly an inspiration to everyone. I treasure you. Knowing you and being in your orbit is a blessing, you witchy woman of awesomeness.
—
Amy Hersz
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Adena Greenberg and David Cooperberg
Mazel Tov! Thanks for building this organization and sharing your guteneshama(good soul) with all of us.
— Richard Stern
FRIEND
Congratulations Tami on all your accomplishments in the Jewish community!
— Cindy and David Horowitz
Tami, Congratulations on all of your amazing accomplishments! Hope it is the best benefit eva!
XOXO,
Michelle Jarvis
Tami - our family has been enriched with your leadership, kindness, sensitivity, and warmth in your heart to engage, encourage, create a feeling of self-worth, and confidence in the Rosh Hodesh young girls. We are so lucky to have you in our lives.
Mazel tov Tami and thank you for being a trailblazer, mentor, and inspiration to so many in our community. Much love and gratitude!
—
Marla and David Kepniss
Tami, you are a shining light of goodness, and you illuminate the lives of all who know and love you.
Mazel Tov, — Holly Nelson
Warmest and best always, Debbie
and Alex Kaufman
FRIEND
I am honored to be a part of the committee celebrating Tami and her contributions to Moving Traditions. She has inspired me since we were teenagers, and I'm thrilled to see her getting recognized for her work she does with teenagers and the Jewish community at large. I love you Tami!
— Mimi Leitner
It has been a joy to watch you develop into this dynamic and thoughtful Jewish leader. We're not surprised, coming from the fabulous Relles family! Mazel tov on this wonderful achievement.
— Laura and Alan Libove
FRIEND
Tami's uplifting and grounding spirit deeply touches everyone she meets. Her nature has bloomed into a beautiful life of raising voices and supporting communities. She is a devoted mother, spouse, daughter, sister, aunt, colleague and friend. And I'm forever grateful for the incredible gift she is in my life.
— Rachel Rubin
Mazel Tov, Tami, on this well-deserved honor. You are a shining light in our community, and we are so lucky to have you as our leader.
— Julie and Jordan Savitch
Dear Tami, You are a true inspiration. Your work with Moving Traditions has made an impact on countless teens and group leaders. We are all so lucky to have you in our lives. Kol hakavod and total love!
XO, — Amy, Jake, Max, and
Foster Schrader
Thank you for your commitment to the important and meaningful work of Moving Traditions, and Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor!
— Rachel L. Steinberg
Mazel Tov Tami! You are truly an inspiration to everyone around you! You make this world a better place. Thank you!
FRIEND
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Liz Kaufman Taylor and Andrew Taylor
Tami- you were and continue to be an inspirational leader to me and all the girls and women you connect with. Bravo and kudos for all you have accomplished. I look forward to all the good work in your future. Moving Traditions is fortunate to have you as part of their vision. I wish you all the best as you go from strength to strength.
— Joan Wallis
All of us at Temple Sinai who have known Tami over the course of many years are thrilled to see her receive this wonderful recognition for her efforts. Tami is an exceptional leader and educator, and we wish her a Mazal Tov as we join in celebrating her achievements.
— Rabbi Adam Wohlberg
FRIEND
Tami, you have and always will be an inspiration to all who know you. We were privileged to know you as a young girl and understand what a role model you are for all young women. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.
— Lea and Howard Stein
Mazel Tov Tami on your CHAI year of involvement with Moving Traditions!
— Amy and Dan Rosenberg
Blessed and lucky to have Tami in our lives.
— Nancy Steinhouse
Rosenthal
Congratulations! I'm sorry I'll miss the celebration, but I am so proud to call you a friend!
— Carly Zimmerman
YOU make this world a better place ! Thank you for being you!
— Andrea and Scott Rosenthal
Tami was a wonderful Rosh Hodesh group leader, who brought wisdom and empathy to our gatherings. Thank you for being a great Rosh Hodesh facilitator and for helping to develop impactful curriculum. Congratulations on this honor, Tami! —
Danielle Faden
Mazal tov, Tami! You are an inspiration to all who know you.
— Ronit Sherwin
FRIEND
Thanks for all you do, Tami! You continue to be an inspiration…Mazel tov!
— Sally K. Eisenberg
Tami, Brava, todahrabah . How fortunate for us that Danielle was part of your first Rosh Hodesh Group. You are a kind, caring, thoughtful, insightful, creative, imaginative, genuine and giving person to name just a few of your many qualities. Our lives have been enriched by our involvement with you. Best wishes and congratulations on this honor.
— Lisa and Roy Faden
FRIEND
Tami, I'm always so impressed with your wisdom, knowledge, and grace as you move through this world. You are an inspiration to so many. Always continue the hard work you do to change lives.
— Stacey and Barry Jacobson
