[NFBJ] Seeking someone to speak at a program

[rabbi at rabbisarko.org]

Rachel,

I could speak on the general subject if it is to be online.  I cannot 
speak about the mental health aspect but have created a book called 
Modern Midrashim, which contain 54 short stories.  I use these stories 
at various locales but for a variety of reasons - not really mental 
health related.  Each story uses a concept from one of the parshiot in a 
modern short story setting.  I can tell one or more of these stories at 
the session and can take questions.  I am a visually impaired rabbi who 
leads a congregation outside of Pittsburgh.  I have created a Hebrew 
Braille Sefer Torah and have placed the chumash and a number of 
prayerbooks into refreshable braille that I offer for free to the Jewish 
blind and visually impaired.  You are welcome to give me a call for 
clarification.  724-9630789.  I am not sure what I have to offer meets 
your need but if so I would be happy to participate.

Rabbi Lenny Sarko

On 2025-08-03 15:59, Rachel Bodek via NFBJ wrote:

> Hi, I hope you are feeling better. Do you still want me to send out the 
> below email? Thank you
> This  message  was  sent  with  my  mobile  phone,  please  disregard  
> any  typos  or  grammatical  errors.  Thanks,  Rachel Bodek, TVI,  
> Insight Beyond Eyesight
> 
> On Jul 17, 2025, at 12:16 PM, Jill Rothstein via NFBJ <nfbj at nfbnet.org> 
> wrote:
> 
> JBI Library is seeking a speaker for a free, virtual storytelling 
> program happening in collaboration with JFS Colorado and the Blue Dove 
> Foundation to speak on how their experience as a blind or low vision 
> person has impacted their mental health. This program will also tie in 
> Jewish High Holy Day themes of reflection and renewal. We plan to have 
> each speaker present for about 10-15 minutes, followed by a moderated 
> Q&A. Date: Tuesday September 9. Time TBD but likely 7pm EDT.
> We are happy to provide a stipend to account for the speaker's 
> preparation and presentation. Please email Noa at 
> netedgi at jbilibrary.org<mailto:netedgi at jbilibrary.org> if you are 
> interested or for more information.
> 
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