Beth David Synagogue’s November Luncheon will be held on Saturday, November 9. Mark Yonaty will speak on “Binghamton Transformed: Downtown Binghamton Ten Years Later and Going Strong!” The community is invited to attend. Morning services will begin at 9:30 am, with the luncheon and program following the conclusion of services. The luncheon is free and open to the public.

At the November 2014 BD luncheon, Yonaty gave the talk “Shaping the Binghamton of the Future: An Insider’s Perspective.” Organizers said, “Since 10 years have passed, Yonaty has graciously agreed to bring us up to date about the numerous endeavors he has succeeded in bringing to fruition during that time span, and what lies ahead in his vision of downtown Binghamton. This will also be a special opportunity for everyone to share their reactions to the renovations they have seen in downtown Binghamton and what other projects they would look forward to seeing.”

Yonaty is the owner of M.B. Development and has been involved in projects that include the creation of new restaurants, residences and spaces for community services. He said that he is particularly proud of the new eateries he has created that have brought more business to downtown Binghamton. Yonaty indicated that his passion for real estate and real estate development has resulted in the restoration and repurposing of buildings that are part of Binghamton’s architectural history. This includes his most recent project, which is the opening of the Station 45 Chophouse, located in the old Lackawanna Train Station, a space that also serves as a space for local businesses. 

Beth David’s luncheon speaker series takes place the second Saturday of the month after Shabbat morning services, and is open to the community. There is no charge for the luncheon. Since the monthly series’ continuation depends on the generosity of contributors, Beth David welcomes and appreciates donations to the Luncheon Fund in order to keep the program going. Donations can be made in honor of, or in memory of, someone, or to mark a special occasion. Those wishing an acknowledgment to be sent to the person being honored, or to the family of someone being remembered, can indicate that, along with the necessary information. Donations can be sent to Beth David Synagogue, 39 Riverside Dr., Binghamton, NY 13905, Attention: Luncheon Fund.