In addition to the performance, Senator Frank Lautenberg will be honored for his many years of service as U.S. Senator and as a philanthropist. Participation benefits UJC-funded programs that feed the hungry, care for the elderly, assist people in times of crisis, and offer many educational and recreational opportunities to the community. Christie's is offering major works by Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Vuillard from the collection of Charles and Sylvia P. Gilman in its sale of Impressionist and post-Impressionist art on May 8 and 9 at Rockefeller Center. This fine collection of paintings and works on paper includes a group of 10 pieces to be sold on behalf of Tel Aviv University and The Tel Aviv Museum of Art. The funds raised by the sale of these works will contribute significantly to the funding of exhibitions and acquisitions for the Tel Aviv Museum, and to pioneering scientific research conducted by Tel Aviv University.
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Christie's is located at 20 Rockefeller Plaza, Manhattan. In anticipation of its 2000-2001 Jubilee commemorations, State of Israel Bonds is asking anyone with memorabilia from the organization's first 50 years to send them to the national office in New York. Among the items most wanted are newspaper clippings, photographs, and invitations relating to sales events and meetings throughout North America. All mementos will be returned to owners. Gems in Israel is geared toward people who want to see more than just the major tourist attractions during their visit to Israel.