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The Bristal at York Avenue Continues its Monthly Speaker Series
The Bristal at York Avenue Continues its Monthly Speaker Series with visits from Margaret Hall and Dr. Leandra Zarnow

The Bristal Assisted Living at York Avenue is continuing its popular monthly speaker series tomorrow with a captivating discussion with Margaret Hall, author of GEMIGNANI: Life and Lessons from Broadway and Beyond. Hall will share anecdotes and insights from her biography of the renowned Broadway conductor and director, Paul Gemignani, offering attendees a rare glimpse into the creative force behind some of Broadway’s most iconic productions.
The Bristal at York Avenue will also be hosting a discussion with Dr. Leandra Zarnow, author of Battling Bella: The Protest Politics of Bella Abzug, who will share her extensive research on the life and legacy of Bella Abzug, one of the most influential political figures and trailblazers in the fight for women’s rights on Saturday, September 28th.
These events are part of The Bristal at York Avenue’s ongoing effort to offer culturally enriching experiences for its community. These installments follow recent talks by New York Times bestselling author AJ Jacobs, who discussed The Year of Living Constitutionally, and Dr. Jeffrey Shandler, who explored themes from his book Homes of the Past: A Lost Jewish Museum.