The Oldest City’s Oldest Synagogue
First Congregation Sons of Israel has been worshipping in the same synagogue building for 100 years. To commemorate the community’s centennial year, congregant Robert Blau published a book on the origins of the local Jewish community, and will do a presentation and book signing as part of this year’s St. Augustine History Festival.
Date: Sunday, May 12
Time: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Place: The Synagogue’s sanctuary, 161 Cordova Street.
Books will be available for purchase at the discounted price of $10.00 each. Otherwise the book is available at Barnes and Noble online: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-oldest-citys-oldest-synagogue-robert-blau/1143885992 Proceeds from the sale go to the synagogue.
