With Founders Day as the kickoff in October 2000, the Beth’s Centennial celebration continues through the year 2001, with events including:

• Monthly historical displays

• A Parade to be held in conjunction with our Annual Fall Health Fair

• A commemorative quilt with the theme, “A Century of Caring”

• In-hospital theme days, held once a month to celebrate a decade of the 20^th century

• An Alumni Day to welcome back retired and former employees of the medical center

Our Centennial celebration will also include several major educational and Fundraising events:

• A series of medical symposia that begins in March 2001 will be presented on the topics “Healthcare and Cultural Diversity,” “Cardiovascular Disorders,” “Dentistry,” “Pediatrics,” “Nursing,” “Renal Medicine” and “Genetics and Molecular Biology.”

• On Oct. 6, 2001 the Auxiliary and Medical Staff will present a Centennial Gala at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.

For more information about Newark Beth Israel’s Centennial celebration, contact the Public Relations Department at (973) 926-7175.