2008
September 2008
Tuesday 2 September 2008
Tue 2 Sep. September 2, 2008 at 8pm Organized by Adam Davis | Type: tzitzit, concert. Chicago, 60657. Adam Davis, 773.550.1543. Kfar Jewish Arts Center - [email][events]
Tue 2 Sep. Sep 2, 2008 Department: Health & Fitness Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 6:30-8:00pm For More Information Contact: Bill Kirkner(OM Barracudas): 410.356.5200, x318,bkirkner Ages 6-18 Are you hoping to swim the Individual Medley in record time like Michael Phelps or Katie Hoff? Join the swim team to start your training. Come try out for the 2008/2009 season of the Barracudas (coed team in Owings Mills). 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [more][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep to Tue 16 Sep, 7-9 pm. A FREE three-session class for adults who would like to explore the Jewish perspective on spirituality, values and community. Classes are designed for all who are interested in learning more about Judaism - Jewish or not. Registration is required. Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115, San Francisco, 94115. Lisa Elgazzar, 415-392-7080 x16. FREE. Project Welcome - [website][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7-8 pm. This month's selection is "Generation J" by Lisa Schiffman - please read it and join us for a interesting discussion. Please arrive a bit early and bring a few bucks to purchase a drink or bite to eat. Discussion will start promptly at 7. Happy reading. The Coffee Beanery, 1000 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33426 (across from the BB Mall), Boynton Beach, 33409. Tami, 5617325656. coffee/cake. JCC Young Adults - [website][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7-8:30 pm. Location: Jewish Family Service, 431 Post Road East - Suite 11, Westport, CT, 06880, Phone: 203-454-4992 Contact: Neal Brodsky. 431 Post Road East, Westport, 06880. Steven Friedlander, 203-226-8197. UJA/Federation of Westport-Weston-Wilton-Norwalk - [email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Join us at the Judy & Dr. Ed Steinberg Hineni YOUNG Leadership TORAH CLASS---- Tuesday, September 2nd, 7:30pm --- Refreshments and Social Hour following class at Kehilath Jeshurun --- 125 East 85th Street, New York, NY. Kehilath Jeshurun, 125 East 85th Street, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [more][website][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Join us at the Judy & Dr. Ed Steinberg Hineni YOUNG Leadership TORAH CLASS---- Tuesday, September 2nd, 7:30pm --- Refreshments and Social Hour following class at Kehilath Jeshurun --- 125 East 85th Street, New York, NY. Kehilath Jeshurun, 125 East 85th Street, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [more][website][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Join us at the Judy & Dr. Ed Steinberg Hineni YOUNG Leadership TORAH CLASS---- Tuesday, September 2nd, 7:30pm --- Refreshments and Social Hour following class at Kehilath Jeshurun --- 125 East 85th Street, New York, NY. Kehilath Jeshurun, 125 East 85th Street, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [more][website][email][events]
Tue 2 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Join us at the Judy & Dr. Ed Steinberg Hineni YOUNG Leadership TORAH CLASS---- Tuesday, September 2nd, 7:30pm --- Refreshments and Social Hour following class at Kehilath Jeshurun --- 125 East 85th Street, New York, NY. Kehilath Jeshurun, 125 East 85th Street, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [more][website][email][events]
Wednesday 3 September 2008
Wed 3 Sep. Wednesdays, August 6 and September 3 (First Wednesday of each month this summer) 7:00 p.m. From sports to pop culture, geography to movies, science to politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all at our monthly trivia night. The cost is $10/person or $40/team (5 people) and includes all you can eat (light snacks) and drink (beer, wine and soda) and a chance to win some great prizes. RSVP by calling 202/408-3100 or sending an e-mail. Co-sponsored with B’nai B’rith. 6th in the City: For young professionals in their 20s and 30s. 600 I Street, N.W., Washington, 20001. Michelle Weiner, Community Outreach, 202/408-3100. Sixth & I Historic Synagogue - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep. RSVP by: September 1, 2008 at 5:00 pm (Eastern Time) 3 Wednesdays, September 3, 10, 17 7:00 - 9:00 PM For more details please contact Sarah Gershman at (202) 777-3237 or sarahg Instructor: Tamar Pelleg Encounter the inner worlds of Biblical characters. Through Bibliodrama, you can find your voice in the text and the text's voice within yourself. Using rollplay, artwork and journaling, Tamar Pelleg helps you create your own Midrash on Biblical texts connected to Rosh Hashanah. No previous knowledge of the text needed. Raised in Israel, Tamar Pelleg has taught Hebrew at the University of Maryland. She received a Masters in Counseling Education and a Bachelors degree in Hebrew Literature from Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Tamar is a Psychodrama trainee at. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Wed 3 Sep. Wednesday, September 3, 7:30 pm USA, 2000, 35mm 128 minutes, English Director: Edward Norton Norton’s hit directorial debut takes a lighthearted, but sincere approach to modern-day faith in this fantastically funny romantic comedy. Best friends since childhood, Rabbi Jake Schram (Ben Stiller) and Father Brian Finn (Ed Norton) are thrown for a romantic loop when a third childhood friend moves back to New York. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [more][events]
Wed 3 Sep. Sep 3, 2008 Department: Teens Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 7:00-9:00pm Cost: FREE For More Information Contact: Dave Clark:410.356.5200, x372 or dclark Grades 6-8 JCC members only Come to the JCC every Wednesday night to swim, shoot hoops in the gym and hang out with friends. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep. September 3, 2008 Spertus Entrance On September 3, the new Spertus building will be a site for artist Kurt Perschke's RedBall Project, an ongoing, mobile sculptural performance that has taken place in such locations as Busan, Barcelona, and Sydney. The RedBall Project functions as a series of daily installations in which a 15-foot inflatable red sphere is embedded within a city's urban environment and provides a point of interaction with people on the street. At Spertus, the ball will be lodged underneath the point of the architectural "skirt" of the building's dramatic glass façade. The RedBall Project is sponsored by Target and is part of the City of Chicago's Public Art Program. Visit www. for further information. 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60605. Ellie Sandler, 312.322.1700. Spertus Museum - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep to Wed 17 Sep, 7-9 pm. A FREE three-session class for adults who would like to explore the Jewish perspective on spirituality, values and community. Classes are designed for all who are interested in learning more about Judaism - Jewish or not. Registration is required. Or Shalom Jewish Community, 1250 Quintara Street, San Francisco, 94116. Lisa Elgazzar, 415-392-7080 x16. FREE. Project Welcome - [website][email][events]
Wed 3 Sep, 8-10 pm. --Study with Rabbi Osher Jungreis -- LEARN HOW TO TAKE Charge OF YOUR LIFE-- Enhance YOUR Relationships-- Develop YOUR SELF - Esteem-- LEARN TO Control YOUR ANGER-- Master THE ART OF Serenity-- IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. -- Next class on Wednesday, September 3 at 8:00 PM-- All invited.-- at the Hineni Heritage Center-- 232 West End Avenue-- 212-496-1660-- Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep, 8-10 pm. --Study with Rabbi Osher Jungreis -- LEARN HOW TO TAKE Charge OF YOUR LIFE-- Enhance YOUR Relationships-- Develop YOUR SELF - Esteem-- LEARN TO Control YOUR ANGER-- Master THE ART OF Serenity-- IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. -- Next class on Wednesday, September 3 at 8:00 PM-- All invited.-- at the Hineni Heritage Center-- 232 West End Avenue-- 212-496-1660-- Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep, 8-10 pm. --Study with Rabbi Osher Jungreis -- LEARN HOW TO TAKE Charge OF YOUR LIFE-- Enhance YOUR Relationships-- Develop YOUR SELF - Esteem-- LEARN TO Control YOUR ANGER-- Master THE ART OF Serenity-- IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. -- Next class on Wednesday, September 3 at 8:00 PM-- All invited.-- at the Hineni Heritage Center-- 232 West End Avenue-- 212-496-1660-- Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Wed 3 Sep, 8-10 pm. --Study with Rabbi Osher Jungreis -- LEARN HOW TO TAKE Charge OF YOUR LIFE-- Enhance YOUR Relationships-- Develop YOUR SELF - Esteem-- LEARN TO Control YOUR ANGER-- Master THE ART OF Serenity-- IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. -- Next class on Wednesday, September 3 at 8:00 PM-- All invited.-- at the Hineni Heritage Center-- 232 West End Avenue-- 212-496-1660-- Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Thursday 4 September 2008
Thu 4 Sep. Sep 4, 2008 Department: Adults Location and Time: Linwood's Due Room; 25 Crossroads Drive,Owings Mills 7:30-10:00pm Cost: online,$12/person;$20 at the door. For More Information Contact: Eileen Berman:410.356.5200, x324 or eberman We’re serving up a fun-filled evening at Linwoods. Mingle with other Jewish singles on two levels and in the private dining room. Treat yourself to an evening out with friends, old & new. Enjoy a live band, great refreshments, and cash bar. Casual attire. Plenty of free parking. You don’t have to be a member of JDate to attend. If you register online by September 2 at www. bring JDate confirmation with you. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Thu 4 Sep. Thursdays, 10 am-12 noon, beginning Sept. 4 All skill levels are welcome. Chess is a recreational and competitive game. It stimulates the mind and keeps those competitive juices going. Jim Horton loves to play and teach chess, and will help beginners. Tony Miller has been teaching chess for over 30 years and has been Ventura Chess Club Champion for 9 consecutive years, and will work with more advanced players. Note: Players are encouraged to bring their own boards & chess pieces. 524 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, 93101. Shelly Katz, 805-957-1115 x111. Bronfman Family JCC/Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara - [email][events]
Thu 4 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Social group for single Jewish widow/widowers, ages 50 - 70 that are looking to meet others in similar circumstances. Cultural, recreational and education events are planned at varied settings throughout Fairfield County to meet participants' common interests. Minimum chrges where applicable. Co-sponsored with Congregation Beth El in Norwalk. Newcomers always welcomed. Refer to www. Time: 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM Location: Congregation Beth El, 109 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT, Phone: 203-838-2710. 431 Post Road East, Westport, 06880. Steven Friedlander, 203-226-8197. UJA/Federation of Westport-Weston-Wilton-Norwalk - [email][events]
Thu 4 Sep, 8 pm. Legendary folk singer and political activist Joan Baez made her first New York concert appearance at the 92nd Street Y in 1960. She now returns for an in-depth interview that explores her extraordinary musical career and her longstanding commitment to non-violence. Baez's new album, Day After Tomorrow, produced by Steve Earle, is set for release on September 9, 2008. Date & Time: Thu, Sep 4, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5AE01-01 Price: $27.00 All Sections. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Thu 4 Sep to Fri 5 Sep, 9 pm-3 am. Thanks to all of you who attended last week's party. It was a blast. Next party is already here. Join us for another incredible night of Maydalleh, This Thursday, September 4. Doors open at 9:00pm. Happy Hour 9:30-10:30. Mannahatta Lounge, 310 Bowery street (between Bleecker & E.1st), New York, 10012. Ido Vigdor, 212 810 1263. $15. Maydalleh - [website][email][events]
Friday 5 September 2008
Fri 5 Sep, 1:30-3 pm. Bring the kids to our once a month Jewish themed playgroup and help welcome in Shabbat. All sessions include crafts, songs, stories and a holiday themed snack. This program is co-sponsored by Chai and Beth El Temple, West Hartford. Time: 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM Expected Attendance: 20 Location: Giggles Party and Play, 156 Simsbury Road, Riverdale Farms, Building #11, Avon, CT, 06001, Phone: 860-966-7098, www.y. Contact: Elana MacGilpin, Phone: 860-677-1235. 333 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, 06117. Cathrine Schwartz, Executive Director, 860-232-4483. Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford - [email][events]
Fri 5 Sep, 8 pm. Friday, September 5, 8:00 p.m. Join Malcolm McDowell for a screening and discussion of Never Apologize, the documentary illuminating McDowell's friendship with filmmaker and essayist Lindsay Anderson. Learn more. Free; advance tickets required. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Saturday 6 September 2008
Sat 6 Sep. Family Animal education Saturday, September 6, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Meet Peach, a rescued opossum, and learn the differences between wild animals and pets with a wildlife rehabilitator from the Animal Advocates society. More. Admission: Included with Museum admission. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 6 Sep. Singles and couples of all ages and levels welcome. A group lesson is held during the first hour of each party. Light refreshments add to the festivities. Tangos, milongas, valses and Latin musica tropica. Jackets required for men. Saturdays, 9:00pm-4:00am, 8:00pm class, Midnight performance Date & Time: Sat, Sep 6, 2008, 9:00pm-4:00am Code: T-AD5DW06-01 Price: $15.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sat 6 Sep. CAFÉ Z Saturdays, 12:00–2:00 p.m. Eat at Zeidler's Café and enjoy music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. This month's performers include: Jillian Speer (September 6), Motta Tango Duo featuring Esther Segovia (September 13), Huayucaltia (September 20), Akayaa and Bolga Zohdoomah (September 27). Learn more. No cover charge Minimum café purchase required for table seating: $10 per adult, $5 per child Limited seating; no reservations. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 6 Sep, 11 am-12:30 pm. Join the fast growing ever exciting birthday club. Special kids program on the First Shabbat of every month celebrating the birthdays found in that month. From 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Following the program, a buffet lunch will be served. Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad, 423 10th ave. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Sat 6 Sep, 8:16-11:59 pm. Participatory Classic Israeli folkdancing, limited to dances which are at least ten years old. Anisa's School of Dance, 14252 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, 91423. Louis, 818-990-8925. $6. Vintage Israeli Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 7 September 2008
Sun 7 Sep. Sep 7, 2008 Department: Teens Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 10:00am Cost: 3 sessions: $175/JCC M; $250/NM, individual sessions: $75/JCC M; $100/NM For More Information Contact: Esther Gunter; 410.356.5200, x612 or egunter On three consecutive Sunday mornings we will help you get organized and well on your way to completing your college applications. • Session One (September 7): Learn about application deadlines, the common application and recommendations • Session Two (September 14): Prepare your resume/brag sheet in the proper format for applying to college • Session Three (September 21): Get professional assistance lon topics for writing the college essay and the proper format for delivery. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Family Dafra African dance and drums Sundays, September 7, October 12, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Join West African dance and drum ensemble Dafra in a traditional call-and-response performance. More. Admission: Included with Museum admission. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Exhibition Opening Sunday September 7, 12 noon - 4 p.m. This revealing and provocative exhibition, on loan from The Jewish Museum New York, offers a fresh perspective on contemporary Israel through the eyes of an international array of artists. At its Baltimore debut, Gillian Laub will about talk her work, which appears in the show. After the creative conversation, join in Israeli dancing and enjoy kosher refreshments. FREE Admission. 15 Lloyd Street, Baltimore. Lauren Silberman, 410-732-6400 ext. 29. Jewish Museum of Maryland - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. An intensive day of training for those who teach Israeli folk dance in preschool, elementary and high schools. Class covers appropriate repertoire for different age groups and the development of choreographic skills for staging school performances. Advance registration is requested. 1 Session Date & Time: Sun, Sep 7, 2008, 2:00pm-8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-BD3FD17-01. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Sep 7, 2008 Department: Adults Location and Time: Weinberg Park Heights JCC 11:00am Cost: FREE For More Information Contact: Lisa Shifren: 410.542.4900, x249 or lshifren The September selection of the JCC Book Club will be Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian. The Book club meets the first Sunday of each month during the academic year (unless there is a holiday). 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Meet our music technology expert, visit our state-of-the-art tech lab, try out the latest software and receive a 10% discount on any tech class when you register at the Open House. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 7, 2008, 1:00pm-4:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-NN0AM05-01. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Keith Hernandez, Darryl Strawberry, Ron Darling and Gary Cohen Separate singles mixer after the event. With the New York Mets entering their final season at Shea Stadium, join former Mets All-Stars Keith Hernandez, Darryl Strawberry and Ron Darling as they reminisce about the historic stadium, the 1986 championship season and other favorite memories. Get an exclusive sneak peek of segments from the documentary Shea Goodbye: 45 Years of Amazin’, which premieres on SNY on September 27. Mets play-by-play announcer Gary Cohen moderates. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 7, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5AE03-01 Price: $27.00 All Sections. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep. Sep 7, 2008 Department: General Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC lower parking lot 8:30-11:30am Cost: pay as you buy For More Information Contact: Jessica Weinberg, 410.429.4400, x219 or jweinbergr. Nothing compares to the fresh taste of just-picked fruits and vegetables. On Sundays, throughout the summer and fall, The Farmers’ Market will sell fruits and vegetables from area farms including the Kayam Farm at Pearlstone. The pricing will be competitive with other area farmers markets and below supermarket prices. Stop by before or after your Sunday workout. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 1 am-4 pm. The invasive plants are much fewer in this park these days, but we need to be vigilant. Help us spot and cut those remaining. Park on Russett Street at the east entrance of Fritz. Come prepared for outside work with long pants and closed-toe shoes. Also be prepared for exercise and good fun with other green-minded folks. Minors must either be accompanied by a guardian or contact NAP in advance to obtain a release form if you would like older children to participate on their own. We supply tools, snacks, and shrub identification. Fritz Nature Area, Ann Arbor, 48105. Outreach Coordinator, 734.996.3266. Free. Natural Area Preservation Division - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 9-11 am. SIGN UP/Practice day. . A fun league-Jewish Little for Adults. bRING GLOVE, checkbook sneakers, AND COME READY TO PLAY. Season from Sept -December. Games will be On Monday Nights. Seeking teams from Shuls/Jewish Groups too. We wil watch Fins-Jets after. Hollywood Hills Elem School, 3501 Taft Street, Hollywood. Doug Grant, 305-949-8268. $55/player/season. Menorah Events - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. -- Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Malka Schulman, (416) 781-9116. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 10-11 am. Join me Join me, Malka Schulman, Certified International Relational Coach. --this Sunday Morning, September 7, 2008 at 10 AM (EST) -- Give me one hour of your time and I'll teach you almost all you need to know about: --Realistic Time Expectations for Emotional Readiness --How to Move the Commitment Phobic Fellow -- Learn: -- --Two reasons why daters resist taking the "Leap of Faith" --How to move beyond mere "sweet promises" --How to talk engagement talk before anyone "pops the question" -- To opt in, visit www.4marriage. and fill out and submit the online Teleclass Quick Form on the bottom right of the home page-- Rhonda Weiss, 718-459-5073. Dating 4 Marriage - [more][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 2-5 pm. Roseville Masonic Temple, 235 Vernon Street, Roseville. Susan Stratton, 916-739-8906. Sacramento Country Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 2-4 pm. Dr. Neil Rudin will give an entertaining presentation entitled FROM MINSK TO MY BLUE Heaven: IN Search OF MY PAST focusing on his journey to gain understanding of his Eastern European Yiddish cultural roots and heritage and the methods and approaches used in this process. Also,Jane Fischman will comment on attending the 28th IAJGS International Conference. Amerleigh, 2330 Maple Road, Williamsville. Donna Browning, 716-689-9670. Jewish Genealogical Society of Buffalo - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 2 pm. Marjorie Agosin is an award winning poet, human rights activist and professor of Spanish at Wellesley College. Her new book, “A Sea of Voices-Women Poets in Israel" is a unique anthology that brings together the voices of fifty-one women poets, each writing in their native language and living in Israel. 1021 West Street, Amherst, 01002. Laura Sheppard-Brick, 413-256-4900. 6. National Yiddish Book Center - [email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 6-7:30 pm. Bat Mitzvah Club for girls ages 11-12 If you're a Bat Mitzvah - this is the place to be. This year's theme: "Jewish Women throughout History" This week's theme "The definition of a Jewish Woman" A place for Bat Mitzvah age girls to meet and discuss new perspective on their roles as females, as adults, and as Jews through regular meetings and fun activites. Learn about becoming a Bat Mitzvah and joining rank with Jewish women throughout ages dating all the way back to the first women: Eve. Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad, 423 10th Ave. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 7:30 pm. Faces Singles returns to Gatsby's in the luxurious Fitzgerald Private Room which has been reserved exclusively for this special private event. Includes great appetizers, DJ & dancing music free billiards. Nice Place. Google Faces Singles for the website. Gatsby's, 5970 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, 33433. Ken Block, 305 932 4192 questions/office. $15. Faces Jewish Singles - [website][email][events]
Sun 7 Sep, 8 pm. Practical Kabbalah with Rabbi Laibl Wolf. Focus on transcending economic and political uncertainty and the paradigm shift of belief. This workshop will provide you with skills to overcome fear, anxiety & anger, and techniques for introspection & change. Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie, 4059 Dempster St in Skokie, Skokie, 60076. Yochanan Posner, 847-677-1770. $15 / $12 advance. Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie - [website][events]
Monday 8 September 2008
Mon 8 Sep. 14 Mondays, September 8-December 15, 8:15-9:15 pm (no class on 9/29, 10/13, 11/24) $225 Instructor: Brianne Students will learn new movements each class, building coordination, grace, strength, and flexibility. Come discover the joy of this organic dance form and celebrate movement through an ancient, life-embracing art. Learn and practice basic technique including proper stance and posture, arm carriage and patterns, fundamental shimmies, isolations, introductory undulations and traveling steps. Choreography will be taught to incorporate new movements. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [more][events]
Mon 8 Sep. Bold, outspoken and passionate, Ed Koch has been a leader in American politics for more than 40 years. He and NY1 correspondent Budd Mishkin discuss his recent book The Koch Papers: My Fight Against Anti-Semitism, which addresses his leadership in the face of anti-Semitism and his battles with those who engage in unfair attacks on the state of Israel. Koch also discusses politics today, the upcoming election and the future of New York City. Koch was mayor of New York City from 1978 to 1989. This event has been rescheduled from its original date of Tue, May 27 to Mon, Sep 8, 2008. Date & Time: Mon, Sep 8, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5SE27-01 Price: $26.00 All Section. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Mon 8 Sep, 11:15 am. Drip, Splash, Scratch, and Splatter Join us for a special afternoon program featuring a storybook reading and family gallery tour. Free with Museum Admission. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [email][events]
Mon 8 Sep, 6-7:30 pm. SIGN UP/Practice day. . A fun league-Jewish Little for Adults. bRING GLOVE, checkbook sneakers, AND COME READY TO PLAY. Season from Sept -December. Games will be On Monday Nights. Seeking teams from Shuls/Jewish Groups too. Galaxy park, One Galaxy Way - just east of 95 on Boynton beach Blvd., Boynton beach. Doug Grant, 305-949-8268. $45/player/season. Menorah Events - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 9 September 2008
Tue 9 Sep. Warren Adler and Stewie Stone on the Influence of the Borscht-Belt Comedians on Mainstream American Humor Critically acclaimed author Warren Adler and NYC all-around comedy treasure Stewie Stone discuss the impact of the Borscht Belt and the quintessential Jewish humor it spawned, and its vast influence on contemporary American humor. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [more][email][events]
Tue 9 Sep to Thu 11 Sep. 9/9/08-9/11/08- 2 nights Trip includes RT charter coach, walking tour of lower east side, the Tenement Museum, a visit to the Eldridge Street Synagogue, Ellis Island tour, the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Battery Park, lunch at a deli, and 2 nights hotel.t for previous is $700. on your own. can be adjusted if hotel is not needed. Deadline for reservation is July 12th. the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center office at 508-693-0745 or Carole Early at 508-693-7914. Don't miss this time in history. All welcome. P. O. Box 692, Center Street, Vineyard Haven, 02568. Ronald Tolin, Executive Director, 508-693-0745. Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center - [email][events]
Tue 9 Sep. Sep 9, 2008 Department: Children & Youth Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 12:00-1:00pm Cost: $5JCC M; $8/NM, per pizza eating person For More Information Contact: Sharon or Linda, 410.356.5200, x347 or parenting, RSVP is required Enjoy a lunch of pizza, juice and dessert and activities including bubble fun, crafts and playtime in the little gym. Party is limited to the first 20 registrants; siblings are welcome. Ages 0-5. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Tue 9 Sep to Sun 28 Sep. Sandra Bernhard’s Without YOU I’M Nothing Limited Engagement September 9–28, 2008 An electrifying fusion of satire, cabaret and sizzling rock ‘n’ roll, Sandra’s comic diatribe on the state of modern culture still burns bright and smart. With her band, The Rebellious Jezebels, Sandra launches this brand-new version of the show that propelled her into the stratosphere 20 years ago. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Tue 9 Sep. Musician, educator and composer Wynton Marsalis is the artistic director of Jazz at Lincoln Center. The winner of nine Grammy Awards in jazz and classical music categories, he is the only artist to have won Grammy’s in five consecutive years. His 1987 oratorio on slavery and freedom, Blood on the Fields, is the first and only jazz composition to win a Pulitzer Prize in music. Marsalis’s new book, Moving to Higher Ground: How Jazz Can Change Your Life, is a master class on jazz and life. Date & Time: Tue, Sep 9, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5AE02-01 Price: $27.00 All Sections. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Tue 9 Sep, 1:30 pm. Don't miss these free matinée screenings of film noir thrillers Free; no reservations. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Tue 9 Sep, 2 pm. Action/Abstraction: Pollock, de Kooning, and American Art, 1940-1976 Enjoy a docent-led verbal imaging tour of this special exhibition. This program is free. Advance registration is required. Space is limited. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [email][events]
Tue 9 Sep, 8 pm. From Jacksonville, vocals, trumpet, piano, bass and drums. $10 students, $15 GFOJ&B members, $20 general. All tickets at the door. Savannah Grande, 301 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32604-0769. 352-379-0300. Gainesville Friends of Jazz - [email][events]
Wednesday 10 September 2008
Wed 10 Sep. 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM Add to my Outlook Annual Meeting of the Community Foundation for Jewish Education of Metropolitan Chicago Location: 4709 W. Golf Road #400 Skokie, IL 60076 Contact: Elizabeth Lassner Phone: 847-410-3900 E-mail: llassnere. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep. If movies are accurate representations of the world in the 20th century, then it’s hardly surprising that some of the most influential and durable images of Jewish life and history first came to life on screen. Join Columbia University Professor Jeremy Dauber as he discusses the messages, lasting effects and stories behind three important movies. Exodus (1960) Based on Leon Uris’s novel, the film version of Exodus opened to high expectations. Hear about its controversial production, its popular reception and its presentation of the birth of Israel in Super Panavision 70. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 10, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-BL5LG08-01 Price: $27.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep. Sep 10, 2008 Department: Adults Location and Time: Weinberg Park Heights JCC 1:00pm For More Information Contact: Sara Gibber:410.542.4900,x625 or sgibber Lend a hand and help to spread some joy to those less fortunate. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep. Rosa Rodriguez Dress to impress by enhancing your skin tone with the perfect clothing colors and discover the secrets of professional stylists. Students will be analyzed using the draping method and will get advice on makeup, wardrobe and hair color. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 10, 2008, 7:00pm-9:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-LP5SP31-01 Price: $40.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep. Marie Wilson talks to activist and writer Gloria Steinem about women and leadership, the current political climate and the presidential election’s on women’s issues. Wilson is executive director of The White House Project, an organization that seeks to advance women’s leadership in all communities and sectors, by filling the leadership pipeline with a richly diverse and critical mass of women. Steinem cofounded the Women’s Media Center, New York Magazine and Ms. magazine where she serves as a consulting editor. She is the author of the bestsellers Revolution from Within: A Book of Self-Esteem, Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions and Moving Beyond Words. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 10, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue:. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep, 7:30 am. Judaism Allows for U-Turns Unlike some traffic laws - Judaism allows for U-Turns in life's super highway. Learn how to change spiritual direction without loosing your equilibrium. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Wed 10 Sep, 7 pm. A staged reading of a new play by author Frederic Morton Set in 1945, Commandant is a psychological duel in which a prisoner--a preeminent actor--faces the greatest acting challenge of his life: forced to wear the SS uniform, he must take on the role of the Commander and face questioning while his captor escapes. Frederic Morton will discuss his work after the performance with Lewis Lapham, former editor of Harper's Magazine. Tickets $12 adults, $7 students/seniors, $5 members Presented in association with Bisno Productions. 36 Battery Park City, New York, 10280. Jamie Bowers-DeFino, 646-437-4200. Museum of Jewish Heritage - [email][events]
Wed 10 Sep, 7:30-9 pm. In commemoration of 9-11, José Inocencio “Chencho” Alas and Ahzar “Azi” Hussain, two outstanding religious leaders from conflict-ridden parts of the world, will share their profound stories about the contribution faith can make in eschewing violence in “Can Religion Be Part of the Solution, Rather Than Part of the Problem? An Evening with Religious Peacemakers.” Sponsored by The Jewish Theological Seminary, the Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Affairs, and Auburn Theological Seminary. Photo IDs required. RSVPS required by calling 212-280-6093 or emailing publiceventsa. The jewish Theological Seminary, 3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027, New York, 10027. Sherry Kirschenbaum, 212-280-6093. Free with photo ID. Jewish Theological Seminary - [website][email][events]
Thursday 11 September 2008
Thu 11 Sep. A Blessing To One Another: Members-only Curatorial Walkthrough with James Buchanan Thursday, September 11, 1:00 pm Admission: Free to Members Enjoy a walkthrough guided by James Buchanan, co-executive director of the exhibition and director of Xavier University's Edward B. Brueggeman Center for Dialogue. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Thu 11 Sep. Bob Schieffer, the Emmy Award-winning anchor and moderator of Face the Nation, has been covering the news for more than 45 years. He is the author of This Just In and Bob Schieffer’s America, which speaks to current events and the range of American experience today. A CBS News correspondent since 1969, Schieffer has covered all four major Washington beats: the White House, the Pentagon, the State Department and Capitol Hill. Leonard Lopate is the host of WNYC’s Leonard Lopate Show. Date & Time: Thu, Sep 11, 2008, 8:15pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Buttenwieser Hall Code: T-LC5SE06-01 Price: $27.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Thu 11 Sep. 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM ADL’s 3rd Annual First Amendment Award Dinner honoring Arne Duncan, CEO Chicago Public Schools, and the winners of ADL & Chicago Tribune News in Education "Five Freedoms" Essay / Art Contest. Guest Speaker will be University of Chicago Professor and Author, Geoffrey Stone. For more information please e-mail chiadl Location: Chicago, IL Chicago, IL 60606 Contact: Karen Dillon Phone: 312-782-5080 E-mail: chiadl. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Thu 11 Sep. Holocaust Survivors & Refugees Monthly gatherings Next meetings: Thursday, Aug. 14 and Sept. 11, 10-11:30 am Facilitated by Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson, Director Jewish Family Service and Portraits of Survival. 524 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, 93101. Shelly Katz, 805-957-1115 x111. Bronfman Family JCC/Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara - [email][events]
Thu 11 Sep. Thursday, September 11, 2008 7:00 - 8:30 $22, Discounted Member Price, $15 For more information please contact Jean Graubart (202) 777-3268 or email jeang Gather together with members of the Rumi Forum to enjoy a kosher Iftar, the evening meal for breaking the daily fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan. By learning more about the meanings of Ramadan and Yom Kippur, and by uniting in offering healing prayers, we will commemorate the seventh anniversary of 9/11. Join us for a delicious evening of enlightenment, sharing, and understanding. Presented in Partnership with the 16th Street J's Dialogues and Public Affairs program. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Thu 11 Sep. The US response to the terrible events of 9/11 marked a watershed in US policy toward the region. In place of pursuing stability, the US has pursued a strategy of shaking things up in the hopes of democratization. What are the results? And what can we expect US policy to be in the next administration?. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [more][email][events]
Thu 11 Sep. May 8, 2008 – September 11, 2008 Peace Through Humor: Artist Maureen Kushner. 400 South Kearney Street, Denver, 80224. Ellen Premack, 303-394-9993 x1. Mizel Museum - [email][events]
Thu 11 Sep to Tue 23 Sep. The Jewish Museum and the American Friends of the Jewish Museum of Greece are joining to present a trip exploring one of the oldest Jewish settlements in the world. This coming September (the best time of year to visit the region), we will learn about the two separate groups of Greek Jews: the Romaniote, who migrated from ancient Israel—and the Sephardim, who fled Spain and Portugal during the Inquisition to find a new home when Greece was part of the Ottoman Empire. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [more][email][events]
Thu 11 Sep, 10:30 am-12 pm. Exile" by Richard North Patterson. The story centers on a Jewish Law student and a Palestinian exchange student. The story looks at both sides of the Israeli/Arab conflict and is set in very real times. Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Avenue-Hollywood, FL 33020, Hollywood, 33020. Deborah Campbell-Weiss, 954-920-8225. Free. Temple Beth El of Hollywood - [email][events]
Friday 12 September 2008
Fri 12 Sep to Sun 14 Sep. Clunie Clubhouse, 601 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento. Susan Stratton, 916-395-3483. Sacramento Country Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 12 Sep to Sun 14 Sep. Friday evening, 9/12, to Sunday afternoon, 9/14. Weekend camp is for children diagnosed with Autism/PDD, Cerebral Palsy, mental retardation, Spina Bifida, motor and cognitive delays, genetic and medical conditions associated with developmental delays, and children who qualify for early intervention services and their families. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [more][email][events]
Fri 12 Sep. A Blessing to One Another: Pope John Paul II and the Jewish People September 12, 2008 through January 4, 2009 Skirball Cultural Center Admission: Included with Museum admission: $10 General; $7 Seniors and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2-12; Free to Members and Children under 2; Free to all on Thursdays. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Fri 12 Sep, 5:45 pm. Friday, Sept. 12, 5:45 p.m. Stapleton’s Central Park (at Martin Luther King Boulevard & Central Park, near playground. 350 South Dahlia Street, Denver, 80246. Jamie Polliard, 303-316-6320. Mizel Center for Arts and Culture - [email][events]
Fri 12 Sep, 7 pm. Friday, September 12, 2008 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Suggested Donation: $18.00. Vilna Shul, 18 Phillips Street, Boston, 02114. Steven Greenberg, Director, 617 523 2324. Boston Center for Jewish Heritage - [email][events]
Fri 12 Sep, 7:30-9 pm. Rabbi Donna Berman will speak on “Hearing the Lament of the City: Hartford Youth, Tikkun Olam and the Healing of our own Souls.” Rabbi Berman has been Executive Director of the Charter Oak Cultural Center since 2001. Reading Mentors for the Hartford Jewish Coalition for Literacy will be honored at this Service. 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, 06119. Jane Zande, 860-233-8215. free. Congregation Beth Israel - [website][email][events]
Saturday 13 September 2008
Sat 13 Sep. Celebrate the sweetness of the New Year with a night of dancing and fun. Date & Time: Sat, Sep 13, 2008, 8:45pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-BD5FD12-01 Price: $15.00 at door. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sat 13 Sep. CAFÉ Z Saturdays, 12:00–2:00 p.m. Eat at Zeidler's Café and enjoy music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. This month's performers include: Jillian Speer (September 6), Motta Tango Duo featuring Esther Segovia (September 13), Huayucaltia (September 20), Akayaa and Bolga Zohdoomah (September 27). Learn more. No cover charge Minimum café purchase required for table seating: $10 per adult, $5 per child Limited seating; no reservations. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 13 Sep. Family Rhythm Child Drum circle Saturdays, September 13, October 11, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. The Rhythm Child Network leads families in a participatory drum circle creating sounds and rhythms from different parts of the world. More. Admission: Included with Museum admission. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 13 Sep, 9 am-12 pm. Join the Friends of Dicken Woods in the annual cutting of woody invasive shrubs. Buckthorn and honeysuckle crowd out many of our native plants. By removing them, plant diversity is maintained. Tools and snacks provided. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Minors must either be accompanied by a guardian, or contact NAP in advance to obtain a release form. Meet at the park entrance at the end of Dicken Drive. Dicken Woods, Ann Arbor, 48105. Outreach Coordinator, 734.996.3266. Free. Natural Area Preservation Division - [website][email][events]
Sat 13 Sep, 10 am-1 pm. It’s shrub cutting season. Help us eradicate non-native woody plants that are crowding out native species. A small group of people can make a big difference in the landscape in a few hours. Come and see for yourself. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Minors must either be accompanied by a guardian or contact NAP in advance to obtain a release form if you would like older children to participate on their own. Meet us at the Lakewood Elementary School parking lot off Gralake Avenue (three blocks south of Jackson Avenue). We provide tools and snacks. Lakewood Nature Area, Ann Arbor, 48105. Outreach Coordinator, 734.996.3266. Free. Natural Area Preservation Division - [website][email][events]
Sat 13 Sep, 10 am. This prayer service for Israelis and Ivrit speakers is complete with Hebrew announcements, Israeli songs and atmosphere. Services are followed by substantial refreshments (kiddush). This minyan meets on the second Saturday of every month. Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie, 4059 Dempster St, Skokie, 60076. Yochanan Posner, 847-677-1770. free. Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie - [events]
Sat 13 Sep, 2:30 pm. Starring today's top Gypsy musicians, this dazzling film weaves on-stage footage with tales of their home lives. Free; no reservations. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 13 Sep, 8 pm. Faces Singles is holding a tremendous Saturday Night Dance Party at Christopher's, one of South Florida's most popular nightclubs. 200+ attened the previous party. Come early, it gets busy early. Includes appetizer buffet, DJ and dancing. Friendly Crowd. Christopher's Nightclub, 2857 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale. Ken Block, 305 932 4192 questions/office. $15. Faces Jewish Singles - [website][email][events]
Sat 13 Sep, 8:30-11 pm. Dance to your favorite tunes of yesterday and today; Fox-Trot, Cha- Cha- Cha, Tango, Swing, Salsa, Waltz, and more. No partner needed. Everyone welcome. Come join the fun and dance in a lovely, classy environment. 3550 SW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32608. Maria Alvarez, 352-375-7763. $7 - $10. Imperial Dance Studio - [website][email][events]
Sunday 14 September 2008
Sun 14 Sep. Enjoy a free taste of the 92nd Street Y. Thousands of free offerings for every age and stage of life are available on Lexington Avenue from 79th to 94th Streets at our annual StreetFest, which takes place each September. More details will be posted over the summer. Commercial vendors interested in renting space at the Festival should contact Clearview Festival Productions at 646.230.0489. Please feel free to contact StreetFest Producer Lilli Weisz with questions regarding the 2008 92Y StreetFest: 212.415.5453 / LWeisz92Y. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 14, 2008, 11:00am-5:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-NN0SE03-01. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. free. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. A distinguished panel of economists informs what America’s economic priorities should be when the new administration takes the reigns. Joseph Stiglitz is the author of The Three Trillion Dollar War: The True Cost of the Iraq Conflict. He is a professor at Columbia University where he is the chair of Committee on Global Thought. Jared Bernstein is a researcher and economist at the Economic Policy Institute. His latest book is Crunch: Why Do I Feel So Squeezed? (And Other Unsolved Economic Mysteries). Naomi Klein is a columnist for The Nation and the author of The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism. Leonard Lopate is the host of WNYC’s Leonard Lopate Show. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 14, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directio. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Sep 14, 2008 Department: Teens Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 10:00am Cost: 3 sessions: $175/JCC M; $250/NM, individual sessions: $75/JCC M; $100/NM For More Information Contact: Esther Gunter; 410.356.5200, x612 or egunter On three consecutive Sunday mornings we will help you get organized and well on your way to completing your college applications. • Session One (September 7): Learn about application deadlines, the common application and recommendations • Session Two (September 14): Prepare your resume/brag sheet in the proper format for applying to college • Session Three (September 21): Get professional assistance lon topics for writing the college essay and the proper format for delivery. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM What can we expect next? Join June Sochen & Joyce Schrager as they address these exciting questions in their animated, interactive program. Up to the minute and lingering issues, the candidates and the world's interest in this cutting-edge election will be discussed Location: 4500 Dempster Skokie, IL 60076 Contact: Debby Oshri Phone: 847-675-6790 E-mail: bigchapter.o. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM SVAJ is hosting their Annual Juried Fine Arts Fair of Traditional & Contemporary Artwork on Sun., Sept. 14. 2008. Limited nuber of artists in each category. For further information or to get an application, call 847-584-9044 or visit us on-line at http://www.j./artshow. ENTRY Deadline IS MAY 15, 2008. Location: 8825 N. East Prairie Skokie, IL 60076 Contact: Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob Synagogue Phone: 847-584-9044 E-mail: pennycohnt. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Sunday, September 14 – Palisades Interstate PARK: Northern Section (C) A moderate 6+ mile (4.5 hours) hike with great views of the Hudson River and a couple of modest hills. Hiking boots required. Bring lunch, water, daypack, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, money, etc. Cost is $10 ($5 AC/Mosaic members). Limited to 30 people. Telephone reservations required by 6:00pm Monday, September 8. Contact Michael at MichaelBrochsteins. or call 212/678-7881 (before 9:00pm) to reserve. Rain cancels. Car-pooling available. Visit http://www./hiking/palisad2. for detailed trip information including driving directions. 2121 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park, 11040. President, 212-502-0820. Mosaic Outdoor Mountain Club of Greater New York - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Sep 14, 2008 Department: Jewish Life Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 1:30-3:30pm Cost: $5/activity/child For More Information Contact: Eileen Berman:410.356.5200, x324 or eberman Join the JCC, Mother’s Circle and Chabad of Owings Mills to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. The Jewish Museum of Maryland will be selling holiday giftware, jewelry and children’s items. Kids can participate in the holiday craft projects, including: Shofar Factory – fashion your own Shofar from a raw ram’s horn Greeting Card Creations – design a Rosh Hashanah greeting card for a friend or an Israeli soldier Design a Yom Tov Challah Cover Queen Bee Hunt – Bee a helper and find the Queen Bee among the hundreds of bees Family Reflection Album – create a book that refl. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 4:00 PM Speaker: Description: Join us monthly for fun and educational activities for Interfaith and Unaffiliated families with young children. Explore Jewish life and traditions in a fun and creative setting. Event Location: 3800 kalmia Ave, boulder, co 80301. 3800 Kalmia Ave, Boulder, 80301. Linda Loewenstein, Executive Director, 303-447-3313. Boulder Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Sep 14, 2008 Department: General Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC lower parking lot 8:30-11:30am Cost: pay as you buy For More Information Contact: Jessica Weinberg, 410.429.4400, x219 or jweinbergr. Nothing compares to the fresh taste of just-picked fruits and vegetables. On Sundays, throughout the summer and fall, The Farmers’ Market will sell fruits and vegetables from area farms including the Kayam Farm at Pearlstone. The pricing will be competitive with other area farmers markets and below supermarket prices. Stop by before or after your Sunday workout. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep to Wed 24 Sep. September 14–24, 2008 During eleven days of live events Washington DC-area book lovers can get inside the minds of both emerging and established writers. Come meet a fascinating array of authors, including French philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy, critically acclaimed novelists Darin Strauss, Elisa Albert, and Adam Langer, philanthropist Edgar Bronfman, and president emeritus of The George Washington University Stephen Joel Trachtenberg. Journalist Ariel Sabar will share his family’s fascinating tale of Jewish life in Kurdish Iraq. This year, opening night will be a celebration of Jewish humor. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Sun 14 Sep. Film Screening Sunday September 14, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Produced by Berel Wein and Destiny Films, The Miracle of Israel is part of the documentary series Faith and Fate: The Story of the Jewish People in the 20th Century. Historians and eyewitnesses, together with never-before-seen imagery, bring to life the journey of the Jewish people, culminating with the realization of their two thousand year old dream of Jewish statehood. Beverly Beard, the film’s supervising editor in charge of archival research will give remarks. Admission is $5.00 for JMM members/non-members: $15.00 (includes Museum admission). Reservations are required. 15 Lloyd Street, Baltimore. Lauren Silberman, 410-732-6400 ext. 29. Jewish Museum of Maryland - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. Family The Squeegees Sundays, September 14 and October 5, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Samantha Tobey and Roman Bluem are the kids-at-heart behind the Squegees' grassroots musical journey. Bubble along with the band's playful and earth-friendly lyrics. It's good clean fun. More. Admission: Included with Museum admission. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep. The New York Times foreign-affairs columnist Thomas L. Friedman discusses “Geo-Greenism,” an ambitious national strategy he claims can save help to save the planet from overheating, and improve America’s health, wealth, innovation, productivity and security. Friedman is a three-time Pulitzer Prize winner and the author of From Beirut to Jerusalem; The Lexus and the Olive Tree: Understanding Globalization; Longitudes and Attitudes: Exploring the World after September 11; The World is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century; and now, Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution—And How It Can Renew America. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 14, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Cha. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 1 am-4 pm. Woodies. Woodies. Woodies. Non-native buckthorn and honeysuckle are everywhere, but with your help we can keep them at bay in our city’s beloved parks. Come help us chop and pull. Then eat cookies and meet other friendly people interested in saving the biodiversity of our parks. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Minors must either be accompanied by a guardian or contact NAP in advance to obtain a release form if you would like older children to participate on their own. Meet at the park entrance at the intersection of Parkwood Avenue and Jeanne Street. Redbud Nature Area, Ann Arbor, 48105. Outreach Coordinator, 734.996.3266. Free. Natural Area Preservation Division - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 10:30 am-12 pm. Fun-Day Sunday for Kids ages 3-7 Meet and play with kids from all over S. Francisco, and from all backgrounds and level of experience. This year's Theme: Kids Can. Learn all about the things that "Kids Can Do" through exciting games, hands on crafts, baking, stories and song. This Week's Theme: "Kids Can be Loving" Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad, 423 10th ave. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 11 am-3 pm. Sunday, September 14 from 11 am to 1:30 pm Enjoy breathtaking views of Chicago’s lakefront and landmarks as you feast on innovative cuisine from Chef Laura Frankel and the Wolfgang Puck Catering team at Spertus. 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60605. Ellie Sandler, 312.322.1700. Spertus Museum - [more][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 12-3 pm. Join Park Steward and Master Gardener, Aunita Erskine, in taking care of this valuable native garden. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to learn about gardening with natives, and help us keep this site looking top notch. Meet in the Furstenberg parking lot off Fuller Road, across from Huron High School. Workday orientation starts promptly at 12:00 pm. A short nature walk will be held at the end of the workday, time permitting. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Minors must either be accompanied by a guardian, or contact NAP in advance to obtain a release form if you would like older children to participate unaccompanied. Furstenberg Park, Ann Arbor, 48105. Outreach Coordinator, 734.996.3266. Free. Natural Area Preservation Division - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 2 pm. The great masters of Abstract Expressionism were excited by jazz—now you can be too. General: $15 Adults; $10 Children JM Family Member: $12 Adults; $8 Children. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 2 pm. Sunday, September 14th - Concert Rarely heard folksongs sung by Rebecca Kaplan and accompanied by tsimblist Pete Rushefsky, along with a variety of old and new klezmer tunes and Yiddish songs composed by Kaplan, Rushefsky, and others. Reservations suggested. 2 p.m Cost: $10. 1021 West Street, Amherst, 01002. Laura Sheppard-Brick, 413-256-4900. 10. National Yiddish Book Center - [email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 2 pm. The graphic novel – an exciting, alternative form of storytelling – is increasingly attracting the attention of literary critics and scholars. Dr. Rachel Rubinstein introduces Jewish contributions to this genre, from Jewish artists who created comic superheroes more than half a century ago to current graphic novelists, such as Art Spiegelman and Joann Sfar, who address identity, politics, history, and sacred texts in their works. 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60605. Ellie Sandler, 312.322.1700. Spertus Museum - [more][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 3-5 pm. At the Edmond J. Safra Synagogue, 11 E 63rd St., New York, NY. Keynote Speaker: Former Minister of Defense Moshe Arens. Admission is free. Reservations are strongly suggested. 1751 2nd Avenue, New York, 10128. Barry Freedman, 212-828-2424. Americans For a Safe Israel - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 4-5:30 pm. Jewish Js' Club for Girls ages 8-10 Each meeting will include games & creative art focusing on Jewish Holidays and special themes. Bond with girls from around the Bay to forge new friendships. This years theme: "Chip in for Moshiach" Everyone could do their part to help bring about the long awaited reality of a world filled with love and kindness. Our club meetings will explore the different qualities we could learn from chips. This week "Loving Lays" Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad, 423 10th Ave. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 6 pm. Come walk your dog with Dana & friends. What a fun way to get outdoors & play with your 'lil pal while meeting other furry (and hopefully not so furry) friends. Pooch Pines at Okeeheelee Park, 7715 Forest Hill Blvd, WPB 33413, Palm Beach, 33409. Tami, 561 712 5257. 0. JCC Young Adults - [website][email][events]
Sun 14 Sep, 7-9 pm. Judi Markell will be teaching a special evening of West Coast Swing, one night only. Come out for a fun evening and learn a different take on this sexy dance. First hour slower. Second hour more advanced. $7 adults, $4 students, if not pre-paid for the month. Gainesville Dance and Music Association, 308 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Monday 15 September 2008
Mon 15 Sep. Tony Kushner, Meryl Streep, James Gandolfini, Dave Eggers, Spike Jonze, Linda Emond, Catherine Keener, Anika Noni Rose, Stephen Greenblatt and others “Maurice Sendak is the modern picture book’s portal figure,” read the jury citation honoring him with the first Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for children’s literature. The author and/or illustrator of more than 90 books, including the Caldecott-winner Where the Wild Things Are, Higglety Pigglety Pop. and In the Night Kitchen, Sendak has collaborated on operas and ballets for television and stage. Playwright Tony Kushner leads this 80th-birthday celebration, with performances, readings and commemorations by Sendak’s friends and fellow artists. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [more][email][events]
Mon 15 Sep. Alan Zweibel is an Emmy Award-winning writer, whose credits include The Story of Us and Curb Your Enthusiasm. He is the author of the novel, The Other Shulman, and the forthcoming Clothing Optional: And Other Ways to Read These Stories. An original Saturday Night Live writer and producer of Curb Your Enthusiasm, Zweibel also co-wrote Billy Crystal’s hit one-man Broadway show, 700 Sundays. Susie Essman is a comedian. She plays Susie Greene on HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm. Date & Time: Mon, Sep 15, 2008, 8:15pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Buttenwieser Hall Code: T-LC5FP02-01 Price: $27.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Mon 15 Sep. Momentum: Performance-Based Training Sep 15, 2008 Department: Health & Fitness Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 6:00-8:00pm Cost: Free Trial Session For More Information Contact: Amy Schwartz:410.356.5200, x510 or aschwartz Monday, september 15 Teens grades 9-12; 6:00pm Adults; 7:00pm Come give Momentum a try. Performance-based training will make you faster, stronger, and more explosive. Momentum is for everyone – regardless of age, gender, skill level, or athletic or fitness goals. You can expect positive changes in energy level and self-confidence as well. • Monday evening sessions work on increasing your speed and strength with functional training. Classes run Monday, October 27 through Monday, December 1. Fee for class wi. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Mon 15 Sep to Mon 1 Dec. Music Classes - Fall 2008 Mondays, September 15th – December 1st Class A: 9:30 – 10:15am Class B: 10:30 – 11:15am Class C: 11:30 – 12:15pm. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [more][email][events]
Mon 15 Sep, 1:15 pm. Action/Abstraction: Pollock, de Kooning, and American Art, 1940-1976 A museum docent will give a verbal imaging tour of this special exhibition. more This program is free. Advance registration is required. Space is limited. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [email][events]
Tuesday 16 September 2008
Tue 16 Sep. Tanzania is home to nearly 40 million people and many exotic animals. Its long, rich history stretches back to the oldest human settlements. Tanzania and its first president, Julius Nyere, have a special importance in the development of pan-Africanism. Copresented with the Museum for African Art. $25/$20 for Museum for African Art members. Members, please call 212.415.5500 to order. Date & Time: Tue, Sep 16, 2008, 7:00pm-9:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-LH5LC01-01 Price: $25.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Tue 16 Sep. Sept. 16, 2008 - Judge Kevin R. Madison, Attorney and Judge. One of the Only, if not the Only Former Jewish Police Chiefs in Texas, "Civil Actions Against Criminal Predators", kevin. The Jewish Community Association, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin. Jody Lockshin-Plotkin, 512-587-5824. Jewish Business Network - [email][events]
Tue 16 Sep. Sep 16, 2008 Department: General Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 10:30-11:30am Cost: $5/JCC M; $8/NM, RSVP Required For More Information Contact: Sharon Seigel or Linda Lapidus, 410.356.5200, x347, or email parenting Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with snacks, crafts, stories, and a sing-a-long. Ideal for families with babies and toddlers ages 18 months – 3 years. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Tue 16 Sep. Explore the complexity of Islam and its relationship to Jews and Judaism. In a candid conversation, Reuven Firestone explains what every Jew should know about Islam: the similarities and differences between Judaism and Islam, the complex history of Jihad, the legal and religious positions of Jews within Islam, a range of Muslim views about Israel and much more. Reuven Firestone is a professor of medieval Jewish and Islamic studies at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Los Angeles. An ordained rabbi, he is the author of many books, including Jihad: The Origin of Holy War in Islam and Children of Abraham: An Introduction to Judaism for Muslims. Date & Time: Tue, Sep 16, 2008, 8:15pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue:. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wednesday 17 September 2008
Wed 17 Sep. Sep 17, 2008 Department: Adults Location and Time: Coach bus departs Park Heights at 8:00am, Owings Mills JCC at 8:30am Cost: $56/JCC M; $84/NM; Kosher box dinner available for an additional $8 For More Information Contact: Lisa Shifren:410.542.4900, x249 or lshifren Travel to New Hope, PA where you will enjoy lunch and shopping on your own in this charming waterfront town. Then join us for a matinee performance of Evita. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep. Sep 17, 2008 Department: Health & Fitness Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 7:00-8:30pm Cost: $20/JCC M; $30/NM For More Information Contact: Amy Schwartz, 410.356.5200, x510 or aschwartz More than ever, choosing heart-healthy, weight-wise foods as part of a daily routine has become a real challenge. Nutrition consultant Adriane Koslovsky, M.S., R.D., L.D., will guide us in two interactive sessions on heart-healthy eating. Don’t miss this opportunity. • Session 1: Interactive entertaining discussion of current heart healthy nutrition principles • Session 2: September 24, Meet at Trader Joe’s for a shopping experience that will change your perspective on food purchasing. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep. A View from the South: 18 J Edna Aizenberg A vibrant filmography on Jewish themes is now emerging from Latin-America. Join us for this mini festival of films from Argentina and Mexico. This unusual film, consisting of 10 segments by 10 Argentinean cineastes, is an homage to the victims of the Association Mutual Israelite Argentina Jewish Center bombing in Buenos Aires on July 18, 1994. In this cinematic tour de force, the tragedy is viewed from 10 different angles, in differing styles and modes.w the flyer for this event. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 2008, 6:45pm-9:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-LH5LA02-01 Price: $25.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep. Scientific discoveries have profoundly affected our lives, and the 21st century promises even more spectacular advancements. Presented in conjunction with the New York Academy of Sciences, this series examines current science discoveries and their effects. Visit the Science Barge, a sustainable urban farm powered by solar, wind and biofuels, irrigated by rain and purified river water, using new technology to solve urban food supplies. Copresented with the New York Academy of Sciences. $30/$24 for New York Academy Of Sciences. Members, please call 212.415.5500 to order. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 2008, 6:00pm-7:30pm Location: Meet at the Science Barge. Location to be announced. Code: T-LH5SD03-01 Price: $30.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep. Rabbi Jennifer Krause and Karina Zilberman Enter the New Year with a heightened sense of joy, awareness and tools to make these High Holidays the best ever. Learn about the recurring themes, prayers and tunes of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and get new insights into time-honored traditions. Join Jennifer Krause and Karina Zilberman for an informal workshop that will transform the quality and meaning of your High Holiday experience. Free for High Holiday Ticket-Holders. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Warburg Lounge Code: T-BL5HH04-01 Price: $26.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep. Wednesday, September 17, 7:30 - 9:30 pm This class aims to inspire you to make a fresh start and take this special opportunity to learn about the mystical perspective of the sounds of the shofar. Become more familiar with the prayers and how to use them to re-establish your relationship with God. Rabbi Tzvi Teitelbaum teaches at Yeshiva of Greater Washington. After the holidays he will continue his free classes on Wednesday night. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Wed 17 Sep, 6-8 pm. Wednesday, September 17 from 6-8 pm $85 per person Reservations required Call 312.322.1757 Savor the flavors of international wine and cuisine from global destinations such as Spain, France, Australia, South Africa, and more. In a daring and delicious five-course dinner, Chef Laura Frankel, Executive Chef for Wolfgang Puck Catering at Spertus and founder of the adventurous, gourmet kosher Shallots restaurants, pairs kosher wines and gourmet food from around the world. 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60605. Ellie Sandler, 312.322.1700. Spertus Museum - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep, 7 pm. With Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy, President, Interfaith Alliance; Charles Haynes, Senior Scholar, First Amendment Center; Susan Jacoby, author; Sally Quinn, Founder and Co-Moderator of On Faith; and Rabbi David Saperstein, Director, Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism Religious freedom is a foundation of democracy in America. In the most religously diverse nation in the world, it is not surprising that faith plays a prominent role in public life. Panelists will examine the boundaries between religion and government, politicians' use of religious language in marketing their initiatives, and the role of religion in the 2008 election. Tickets: $15 adults, $12 students/seniors $10 members. 36 Battery Park City, New York, 10280. Jamie Bowers-DeFino, 646-437-4200. Museum of Jewish Heritage - [email][events]
Wed 17 Sep, 7:30 pm. Chassidic Get Together In Yidish, the word "farbrengen" means spending time together. They sit together, share inspiring stories and encourage one another with words of Torah. Bagels and Refreshments. Real Inspiration. Stories. Songs. Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad, 423 10th Ave. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Wed 17 Sep, 8 pm. Explore China and its relationship with the United States. Former U.S. Ambassador Richard Holbrooke has received seven Nobel Peace Prize nominations. He is the author of To End A War and the coauthor of Counsel to the President and one volume of The Pentagon Papers. Former U.S. Ambassador Winston Lord was a key figure in the restoration of relations between the U.S. and China in 1972. He later became the State Department’s top policy adviser on China, and was the assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific Affairs during President Clinton’s first term. Vishaka Desai is the president of Asia Society. Co-presented with Asia Society. Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concer. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Thursday 18 September 2008
Thu 18 Sep. 06:00 PM - 09:15 PM The Scopus Award is the highest honor awarded by the American Friends of The Hebrew University. It is awarded to those selfless individuals who are dedicated to humanitarian causes. The keynote speaker is James Carville. Location: The Standard Club 320 S. Plymouth Court Chicago, IL 60604 Contact: Jan Halperin Phone: 312-329-0332 E-mail: jhalperinu. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep. French philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy and author of more than 30 books, including the bestseller American Vertigo: Traveling America in the Footsteps of Tocqueville. His most recent book, Left In Dark Times, argues for a new “left” based on universal values and ethical commitments. Sam Tanenhaus is the senior editor of The New York Times Book Review. Date & Time: Thu, Sep 18, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5SE07-01 Price: $27.00 All Sections. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep. Ralph Rucci / Iké Udé, moderator This series, curated by design historian Daniella Ohad Smith, features discussions between major figures from the design world and their younger counterparts. With women’s wear couture and ready-made lines, Ralph Rucci is known for a signature style that merges extraordinary craftsmanship with a sophisticated, restrained aesthetic, derived from his connoisseurship of history and art. A recipient of the 2008 National Design Award, Rucci has taken on the role of ambassador for American fashion, as the first American to show in Paris couture since the 1930s. Iké Udé is an artist and photographer, and the founder and editor in chief of the cutting-edge magazine, aRUDE. Date & Time: Thu, Sep 18, 2008, 8:15pm Location: Lexington. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep. Announcing an Evening at the Embassy of Ethiopia. Celebrating a Past and Future Together September 18, 2008, 6:30 pm Embassy of Ethiopia 3506 International Drive, NW Washington DC 2008 Join Ethiopian Ambassador Samuel Assaefa for a reception and discussion of history and culture and the long Judaic tradition in Ethiopia. Ethiopians, Ethiopian Israelis, American Jews and other friends will explore and celebrate their continuing connection with Ethiopia. Conversation, Culture, and Cuisine. Registration and online payment available at end of July Stephen Stern, Director, Dialogues and Public Affairs dialogues voicemail (202) 777-3207. 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, 20036. 202-518-9400. Washington DC Jewish Community Center - [events]
Thu 18 Sep. September 18, 2008 – January 8, 2009. 400 South Kearney Street, Denver, 80224. Ellen Premack, 303-394-9993 x1. Mizel Museum - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep. Full Access Brokerage Bend, OR. 893 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, 10025. Anthony Di Salvo, Founder, 212-222-9575. Sprout Film Festival - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 6-9 pm. Third Thursday of every month. Your first cocktail is free. Free Dinner buffet. 2 for 1 cocktails until 9. Meet, mingle and mix. 200 W Broward Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale. Sabrina Rosen, 954-449-1031. America's Backyard - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 6-8 pm. Get Inside Tips on Jewish Holiday Baking from a Delightful Pair of Pros. Thursday, September 18 from 6 to 8 pm Learn High Holiday recipes and techniques from Chicago's finest Jewish Kitchen Divas. Chefs Laura Frankel and Ina Pinkney (who are as sweet as apples and honey, and just a little bit tart) will demonstrate traditional holiday specialties as well as some tasty new twists. Guests will get to taste the Chefs’ creations, and will go home with copies of the featured recipes. 610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60605. Ellie Sandler, 312.322.1700. Spertus Museum - [more][email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 7-10:30 pm. Yoav Ashriel and his daughter Rakefet are making a special trip to Gainesville for a wonderful evening of Israeli Dancing. Yoav Ashriel is one of the icons of Israeli and International Folk Dancing. His classic dances are among the most well known, time-tested and popular dances in the world and include Eretz Yisrael Yafa, Erev Ba, Hora Medura, Hora Nirkoda, Irisim, Klezmer, Korim Lanu Lalechet, Neomi, Shibolim and many more. Rakefet is a professional dancer and instructor. Even if you are not a folk dancer, take advantage of this rare opportunity to participate with a world-renowned choreographer. $22 Family, $15 Adults, $7 Students and non-Folk Dancer visitors. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 561-939-2469. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thu 18 Sep, 8-11:30 pm. Join the Simon Wiesenthal Center and other Jewish Professionals for Generations Against Genocide Fall Cocktail Party. Enjoy a buffet dinner, open bar and meeting new people while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Jewish World Watch's Solar Cooker Program to aid refugees in Darfur. $125/in advance, $150 at door, $250 Patron. 226 East 42 Street, New York, 10017. Adam Jacobson, 212-370-0320 x12. Simon Wiesenthal NY Tolerance Center - [website][email][events]
Friday 19 September 2008
Fri 19 Sep. Hamutal Bar-Yosef is “immediately recognizable as a great poet,” wrote Stanley Moss. “Her poems are written about her life, which has been tragic and sometimes glorious, Israel, the Jews and their culture, what it means to be alive, the world—all very big subjects.” Night, Morning: Selected Poems is her first collection to be translated into English. Are You 35 or Younger? Buy tickets to any Reading Series or Afternoon Night Table event for just $10. Order online below. Date & Time: Fri, Sep 19, 2008, 8:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-TP5MS04-01 Price: $19.00 / $10.00 Age 35 and Under. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Fri 19 Sep. Squish, roll and braid your very own challah and take it home to bake. While baking, sing with Karina Zilberman and feel that Shabbat spirit. Children of all ages are welcome. $10 child/ Adults FREE Date & Time: Fri, Sep 19, 2008, 1:00pm-2:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-BL5SB01-01 Price: $10.00 Child. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Fri 19 Sep. Full Access Brokerage Eugene, OR. 893 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, 10025. Anthony Di Salvo, Founder, 212-222-9575. Sprout Film Festival - [email][events]
Saturday 20 September 2008
Sat 20 Sep. 06:00 PM - 12:00 AM Add to my Outlook The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science's annual Gala Dinner is a blockbuster black tie event featuring the world class science that is the hallmark of the Weizmann Institute. Join us on Saturday evening, September 20th to support science for the benefit of humanity. Location: 108 North Stetson, Suite 840 Chicago, IL 60601 Contact: Todd Gagliano Phone: 312-641-5700 E-mail: todd. 1 South Franklin St., #230-825, Chicago, 60606. Laura Smith, 312-357-4851. Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep. This series is not just for folks who got As in high school chemistry. The scientists are such good storytellers, their subjects so provocative and the conversation so easygoing that all you have to do is bring your mind (and a friend). Robert Krulwich of Nova Science Now, an NPR regular and an ABC News correspondent, is the host. Students admitted at half price with ID. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [more][email][events]
Sat 20 Sep. Family Greg Humphreys South African storyteller Saturdays, September 20, October 25, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Imagine exploring the African bush with dynamic storyteller Greg Humphreys. More. Admission: Included with Museum admission. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep. CAFÉ Z Saturdays, 12:00–2:00 p.m. Eat at Zeidler's Café and enjoy music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. This month's performers include: Jillian Speer (September 6), Motta Tango Duo featuring Esther Segovia (September 13), Huayucaltia (September 20), Akayaa and Bolga Zohdoomah (September 27). Learn more. No cover charge Minimum café purchase required for table seating: $10 per adult, $5 per child Limited seating; no reservations. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, 90049. 310-440-4500. Skirball Cultural Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Unlock Your Possibilities at the Ultimate Ice Breaker Party™ The Wine Bar in Jax. Guys get keys/Ladies get locks. Chance to win over $1K in CASH & prizes. Over 100 expected to attend. 1 Free drink/ free appetizers until 8:30pm, $20 to prepay w/ code JN. The Wine Bar, 1515 Prudential Dr., Jacksonville, 32207. Ellen, 941-915-6234. $20 Prepaidw/code JN. LockandKeyEventsDOTcom - [website][email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 8-10 pm. Unlock Your Possibilities at the Ultimate Ice Breaker Party™ Mix Ultra Lounge in Hollywood. Guys get keys/Ladies get locks. Unlock to win over $1K in prizes. 150+ attended last Jewish event. 1 Free drink/ free appetizers til 9pm - $22 to prepay w/ code JN. Mix Ultra Lounge, 1903 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 33020. Darren, 754-264-5109. $22 w/ promo code JN. LockandKeyEventsDOTcom - [website][email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 8-10 pm. Unlock Your Possibilities the Ultimate Ice Breaker Party™ Kildares Irish Pub in Philly. Guys get keys/Ladies get locks. Unlock to win $1K in CASH & prizes. Over 150 expected to attend. 2 FREE drinks & FREE appetizers until 9pm - $20 Prepaid w/ code JN. Kildare's Irish Pub, 4417 Main Street, Manayunk, 19127. Renee, 609-634-6219. $20 Prepaidw/code JN. LockandKeyEventsDOTcom - [website][email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 8 pm. Saturday, September 20, 8 p.m. This student concert will feature Nina Hurwitz, Ross Brown, Jae Han, Kate Roller, Voicemail and others to be announced. Free and open to the public. 415 South Street, Waltham, 02454. Dennis Nealon, Media Relations Director, 781-736-4205. Brandeis University - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 8 pm. Saturday, September 20th - Performance Double Edge Theatre's newest work, The Disappearance, based on Ilan Stavans’ novella, follows the real-life story of a Holocaust survivor-turned theatre star in Belgium, living in the throes of a perceived renewal of anti-Semitism, who stages his own disappearance to awaken his community to a wave of neo-fascism. Reservations suggested. 8 P.M. Cost: $18. 1021 West Street, Amherst, 01002. Laura Sheppard-Brick, 413-256-4900. 18. National Yiddish Book Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep to Sun 21 Sep, 10:30 pm-0:30 am. --Join us for Inspiring Selichot Services – conducted by Rabbi Yisroel Jungreis and Rabbi Osher Jungreis--- Prayer led by Rabbi Shlomo Gertzulin - promptly at 12 Midnight --- Saturday, September 20th, 10:30pm --- PRIZE Winning FILM ---- Refreshments. Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep to Sun 21 Sep, 10:30 pm-0:30 am. --Join us for Inspiring Selichot Services – conducted by Rabbi Yisroel Jungreis and Rabbi Osher Jungreis--- Prayer led by Rabbi Shlomo Gertzulin - promptly at 12 Midnight --- Saturday, September 20th, 10:30pm --- PRIZE Winning FILM ---- Refreshments. Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep to Sun 21 Sep, 10:30 pm-0:30 am. --Join us for Inspiring Selichot Services – conducted by Rabbi Yisroel Jungreis and Rabbi Osher Jungreis--- Prayer led by Rabbi Shlomo Gertzulin - promptly at 12 Midnight --- Saturday, September 20th, 10:30pm --- PRIZE Winning FILM ---- Refreshments. Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep to Sun 21 Sep, 10:30 pm-0:30 am. --Join us for Inspiring Selichot Services – conducted by Rabbi Yisroel Jungreis and Rabbi Osher Jungreis--- Prayer led by Rabbi Shlomo Gertzulin - promptly at 12 Midnight --- Saturday, September 20th, 10:30pm --- PRIZE Winning FILM ---- Refreshments. Hineni Heritage Center, 232 West End Avenue, New York, 10023. Barbara Janov, 212-496-1660. free. Hineni Heritage Center - [email][events]
Sat 20 Sep, 11:30 pm. Slichot Services The month of preperation for the High Holidays reaches a climax during its last days, when we gather early in the morning for additional and intensified prayers, Selichot. 11:30 pm - The Kabala of Teshuvah 12:45 am - Services Event Location: Richmond Torah Center - Chabad. 423 10th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118. Rabbi Ahron Hecht, (415) 386-8123. Richmond Torah Center-Chabad - [website][email][events]
Sunday 21 September 2008
Sun 21 Sep. Last Day: Action/Abstraction: Pollock, de Kooning, and American Art, 1940-1976 May 04, 2008 - September 21, 2008 In Action/Abstraction: Pollock, de Kooning, and American Art, 1940-1976, the first major U.S. exhibition in 20 years to rethink Abstract Expressionism and the movements that followed, over fifty key works by 32 artists – among them Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Helen Frankenthaler, Mark Rothko – will be viewed from the perspectives of influential, rival art critics Clement Greenberg and Harold Rosenberg, the artists, and popular culture. 1109 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10128. Alex Wittenberg, 212-423-3271. Jewish Museum - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sep 21, 2008 Department: Teens Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 11:00am-1:00pm Cost: $15/JCC M; $25/NM For More Information Contact: Esther Gunter, 410.356.5200, x612 or egunter Come learn what you need to know and when in order to prepare for college. This is a great opportunity to find out about admissions tests, financial information, summer opportunities and course choices. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sep 21, 2008 Department: Teens Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC 10:00am Cost: 3 sessions: $175/JCC M; $250/NM, individual sessions: $75/JCC M; $100/NM For More Information Contact: Esther Gunter; 410.356.5200, x612 or egunter On three consecutive Sunday mornings we will help you get organized and well on your way to completing your college applications. • Session One (September 7): Learn about application deadlines, the common application and recommendations • Session Two (September 14): Prepare your resume/brag sheet in the proper format for applying to college • Session Three (September 21): Get professional assistance lon topics for writing the college essay and the proper format for delivery. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Learn traditional, sprightly English set dancing to live music. Raising your heart rate is fun when you’re meeting new people and moving with zest or lyrical style. No partner needed. Includes a break with light refreshments Date & Time: Sun, Sep 21, 2008, 2:00pm-5:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Buttenwieser Hall Code: T-AD5BR05-03 Price: $15.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Time Out New York calls Deeper Dating “the new craze-dating event.” For singles committed to deeper values, this groundbreaking event includes an illuminating mini-lecture on dating and intimacy followed by a series of exercises enabling people to meet many opposite-sex participants in an enjoyable and less superficial way. Find your match. Space is limited. Advance registration suggested. Kathryn Janus is a relationship expert. She is an advanced clinician in Imago couples therapy and has appeared on numerous television talk shows. Lesbian and Bisexual Women Date & Time: Sun, Sep 21, 2008, 7:00pm-9:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-LS5DB07-03 Price: $30.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Start Time: 2:00 PM End Time: 5:00 PM Speaker: Home Tours Description: Join us for the 2nd annual Home Tours event highlighting Jewish Homes and Judaica. Event Location: Various , 3800 Kalmia Ave, Boulder, 80301. Linda Loewenstein, Executive Director, 303-447-3313. Boulder Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sunday, September 21, 2008 12 - 3 PM Tucker's Grove at Cathedral Oaks & Turnpike in Santa Barbara Entire Jewish community is invited to the annual family picnic, with games, barbecue, and fun for the whole family. Cost: $10 Adults, $5 kids 6-12, Free for 5 and under. For more info or tickets call Cindy Feinberg, 805-565-1158, cfeinberg. 524 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, 93101. Shelly Katz, 805-957-1115 x111. Bronfman Family JCC/Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Save the Date. The Lions of Judah and Pomegranates of Women’s Philanthropy will hold an intimate gathering and brunch on Sun, Sept 21, with Maggie Anton, author of the highly acclaimed Rashi’s Daughters . 524 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, 93101. Shelly Katz, 805-957-1115 x111. Bronfman Family JCC/Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. After unexpectedly losing her husband of nearly 40 years, author Anne Roiphe began Internet dating. Her daughter, writer Katie Roiphe, interviews her mother to talk about starting over. Hear Anne Roiphe’s reflections on the complicated emotions at the stage in life when many women yearn for romance and companionship. Labeled a feminist writer in the 1970s, when her novel Up the Sandbox struck a chord with a generation of women, Anne Roiphe is the au-thor of 15 books, including Fruitful, which was a finalist for the National Book Award, and her memoir, Epilogue. Date & Time: Sun, Sep 21, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Buttenwieser Hall Code: T-LC5WL02-01 Price: $27.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Join in the celebration of the traditional Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd, which commemorates the communal gatherings held in Jerusalem in the days of the prophets Ezra and Nehemia. In Ethiopia, the community gathers on the highest mountain, reads from the Torah and prays for their return to Jerusalem. Our celebration includes a festive Ethiopian Torah service, traditional Ethiopian foods, music and dance. $30/$25 Members of Chassida Shmella and BINA Date & Time: Sun, Sep 21, 2008, 2:00pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Code: T-BL5JH04-01 Price: $30.00. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Ralph Buultjens What is the condition of world politics today? What big changes will 2009 bring? Which countries will collapse and which will rise? Who are the leaders of tomorrow? Date & Time: Sun, Sep 21, 2008, 7:30pm Location: Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street Directions Venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall Seating Chart Code: T-LC5SF01-01 Price: $27.00 All Sections. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. From Hobbits and Narnians to Harry Potter The Hero of Endless Faces and the Question of Epic in the Western Tradition Ori Z. Soltes Consider the development of epic literature in England’s medieval period, and learn how it fits within the broader history of the Western Epic tradition. Explore worlds of richness and invention found in works by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Study Tolkien’s The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogy, and then move on to Lewis’s seven-part Chronicles of Narnia and, more briefly, his three-part Space Trilogy. The last session focuses on J.K. Rowling’s seven-part Harry Potter series and the question of how it fits into the grand sweep of history of the Anglo-Saxon epic. The beginnings of Anglo-Saxon epic from Beowulf to King Art. 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10128. 212-415-5500. 92nd Street Y - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sunday, September 21st - Performance Double Edge Theatre's newest work, The Disappearance, based on Ilan Stavans’ novella, follows the real-life story of a Holocaust survivor-turned theatre star in Belgium, living in the throes of a perceived renewal of anti-Semitism, who stages his own disappearance to awaken his community to a wave of neo-fascism. Reservations suggested. 8 P.M. Cost: $18. 1021 West Street, Amherst, 01002. Laura Sheppard-Brick, 413-256-4900. National Yiddish Book Center - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sep 21, 2008 Department: General Location and Time: Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC lower parking lot 8:30-11:30am Cost: pay as you buy For More Information Contact: Jessica Weinberg, 410.429.4400, x219 or jweinbergr. Nothing compares to the fresh taste of just-picked fruits and vegetables. On Sundays, throughout the summer and fall, The Farmers’ Market will sell fruits and vegetables from area farms including the Kayam Farm at Pearlstone. The pricing will be competitive with other area farmers markets and below supermarket prices. Stop by before or after your Sunday workout. 5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, 21215. Robin RoseSamuels, 410.542.4900, x271. Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore - [email][events]
Sun 21 Sep. Sunday, September 21 - HIKE / HAWK WATCH at Washington Valley PARK in Bridgewater, NJ (B/C): 3-4 Hour Hike through Washington Valley Park which consists of Pine and Hemlock forests, open freshwater wetland marshes, impressive rock outcroppings, numerous historic features and a 21-acre reservoir. We will climb over two small ridges and see several streams. This is also the location for the Chimney Rock Hawk Watch with the Audubon Society. Well over 1000 raptors pass through this area in a day during peak season. Will meet at the Newman's Lane Parking Lot at 10:40am. Optional going to a restaurant afterward. Please call after 8 :00AM on day of event to confirm schedule. Adverse weather will cancel. Hiking boots and binoculars strongly recommended. Contact B. 2121 Hillside Ave., New Hyde Park, 11040. President, 212-502-0820. Mosaic Outdoor Mountain Club of Greater New York - [email][events]