Catskills Throwback: Shuffleboard & Stories
The Borscht Belt and Shuffleboard
Experience an evening with author Marisa Scheinfeld as she captures the haunting beauty and history of the abandoned Catskills resorts.
Then spend the night unwinding with shuffleboard, mahjong, and drinks in true retro style at the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club.
The FHM Members: $12.00
Not-Yet-A-Member: $22.00
On View at The FHM
The Borscht Belt: Revisiting the Remains of America’s Jewish Vacationland
Yeshiva University and
Marisa Scheinfeld
ON VIEW:
February 1-May 31, 2026
The exhibit and our evening delve into evocative photographs of now-silent hotels, resorts, and bungalow colonies that once defined the Catskill Mountains, a region treasured for its summer swims, Saturday night dances, and legendary comedy.
Illustrated Lecture and Q&A
Experience an unforgettable evening as acclaimed photographer and author Marisa Scheinfeld brings the storied past of the Catskills to life.
Through her stunning images and insightful storytelling, Scheinfeld reveals the haunting beauty and complex history of the abandoned Borscht Belt resorts, sites that once pulsed with Jewish culture, laughter, and summer escape.
Scheinfeld will discuss the legacy, rise and fall, and cultural impact of these places, as well as her work to preserve their memory.
St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club
After the presentation, continue the retro evening with classic games like shuffleboard and mahjong, and unwind with drinks in vintage style.
Don’t miss this opportunity to relive and reflect on an iconic era while sharing in the stories that shaped generations.
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