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JCC survey raises prospect of
San Diego Jewish Museum
SAN DIEGO—The Lawrence Family JCC is testing the waters on a variety of possible new programs including the creation of a new Jewish museum, the creation of a pay-for-view streaming video website for people to watch from home cultural programming at the JCC, and the production of cultural programming in new locales beyond the JCC.
In an online survey, to which community members may still respond, after obtaining demographic information and information about the respondent's current use of the JCC, a series of trial balloon questions are posed.
These include:
1) If we offered programs (e.g., book fair, film festival, theater, music) outside of the JCC, which location would you most likely attend?
2) If we offered our cultural events (book fair lectures, etc.) on our website to be viewed virtually via streaming video/audio, how likely would you be to pay for a subscription?
3) If the JCC offered a Family Center to members for family-related classes (e.g., lamaze, parenting classes, infant massage), how often would you and your family take advantage of it?
4) If the JCC partnered with a local museum to create a permanent San Diego Jewish Museum (including Holocaust content) featuring local artifacts, how likely would you attend regularly (at least once a year)?
5) Would you be willing to to donate any personal Jewish artifacts to such a museum?
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Catholic Parish slates ADL
speech on anti-Semitism
SAN DIEGO—Marcie Denberg-Serra, speaking for the Anti-Defamation League, will discuss anti-Semitism at 7 p.m., Tuesday, September 29, at San Rafael Parish, 17252 Bernardo Center Dr., San Diego, in a program hosted by the Ecumenical/ Interreligious Ministry and the Catholic/Jewish Dialogue group. Organizers especially encourage parents, religious education and Sunday school teachers to attend. More information: Patty Ann Born, (858)-451-0135.
Israel critics to appear as interfaith panel in Carlsbad
CARLSBAD, California—An interfaith discussion on the Middle East featuring three pro-Palestinian speakers --Nader Elbanna (Muslim), Miko Peled (Jewish) & Bishop Samir H. Kafity (Retired Bishop of the Jerusalem Diocese, Christian)-- will be conducted at the Christ Presbyterian Church, 7807 Centella St., Carlsbad, at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, October 4. Peled and Elbanna have appeared together on several occasions to jointly attack Israeli policies. Contact Betsy Barnhart, at betsybarn@sbcglobal.net or (760)436-2707
J*Company to present
South Pacific Oct. 15-25
LA JOLLA, California (Press Release)– The award-winning J*Company Youth Theatre, a program of the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center,Jacobs Family Campus, is pleased to announce its production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s immortal favorite, South Pacific , which premiered on Broadway 60 years ago. The production will run October 15-25 at the David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre.
It all starts “Some Enchanted Evening” on an island paradise during World War II, where two parallel love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. The natural beauty of the islands, the hijinks of the sailors, the danger of war, and the strength of true love are joined by a sensational Rodgers and Hammerstein score featuring such hits as “Bali Ha’i,” “Younger Than Springtime,” and “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair.” Based on James Michener’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Tales of the South Pacific, the musical was nominated for ten Tony Awards and won all of them, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Libretto and all four awards for acting. J*Company will produce a gorgeous 60th Anniversary production for the entire family.
“This is the first of our year-long tribute to the brilliance of Rodgers and Hammerstein and the Golden Age of American Musical Theatre,” said J*Company Artistic Director Joey Landwehr. “South Pacificholds a very special place in my heart as my very first union production at the age of 19. It starred Victoria Mallory and the late, great Howard Keel. I remember loving the music and performing for 15,000 people every night.”
Heading the cast of South Pacific Are are:
Ensign Nellie Forbush: Danielle Smotrich, 17, High Tech High International
Emile De Becque: Darien Sepulveda, 16, High Tech High International
Seabee Luther Billis: Robbie Friedman, 18, Rancho Penasquitos resident, high school graduate
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Bloody Mary: Satya Chavez, 16, Academy of our Lady of Peace
Lieutenant Joe Cable: Daniel Myers, 15, High Tech High International
Liat: Danielle Levin, 15, San Diego School of Creative & Performing Arts
Production Dates and Times:
Thursday, October 15, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 16, 10:00 a.m. (School Show)
Saturday, October 17, 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 18, 1:00 & 4:30 p.m.
Friday, October 23, 10:00 a.m. (School Show)
Saturday, October 24, 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 25, 1:00 & 4:30 p.m.
Congregation Beth Am tells schedule of adult classes
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Congregation Beth Am’s Center for Lifelong Jewish Learning, sponsored by the Mizel Family Foundation has several classes starting in October. Basic Judaism I, starting Thursday, October 1, at 7:00-8:00pm is taught by Rabbi David Kornberg, and covers life cycle events, kashrut, Shabbat and other practical issues of Judaism. It can be taken as part of the conversion requirement or for anyone who wants to expand their Jewish knowledge. This course is underwritten by the Mizel Family Foundation and there is no charge.
Basic Hebrew Reading, starting October 1, 2009 at 8:00-9:00pm is a class designed for those who want to learn from the beginning. This course is taught by Judy Sperling. The cost of this class is $50 for member and $55 for non-members.
Ongoing classes include Beit Midrash Program, a no-pressure way to get involved with Jewish Learning. There is no charge for this weekly class that discusses all aspects of Jewish thought from current events to spiritual feelings and everything in-between. The class taught by Rabbi Kornberg on Mondays at 6:30pm.
Intermediate Conversation Hebrew is taught by Elisheva Edelson on Thursdays at noon. The course is designed for those who have a basic understanding of Hebrew. It is $55 for non-members and $50 for members for each ten week cycle.
Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Earne takes place every Wednesday at noon. Bring a dairy lunch and discuss the week’s parasha. There is no charge for this class.
The CLJL also offers a Co-ed Book Club, facilitated by Hillary Liber. Read and discuss an assortment of works. This is an enriching opportunity to share your love of reading and your commitment to the Jewish people as together we share some “hot topics.” This group takes place monthly- 10/7/09, 11/3/09, 12/1/09 at 7pm. For more information about these classes and our entire schedule of classes, please visit our website at www.betham.com and click on education or call Bonnie at 858 481-8454 or bonnie@betham.com.
Public invited to Sukkot and Simchat Torah fetes
SAN DIEGO (Press Release) -- Congregation Beth Am invites the community to services for Sukkot on Friday, October 2, at 6:30pm. Following the service there will be a community dinner in the Sukkah at 7:30pm. For dinner only, adults are $18 and children 2-12 are $6. Reservations for dinner only are required by September 29.
On Saturday, October 10, there will be a Shemini Atzeret & Yizkor service at 9:00am. At 6:30 p.m there will be a Simhat Torah family friendly service celebrating the Torah. Bring your silly hats and join in the celebration! On Sunday, October 11, at 9:30 am there will be a Simhat Torah service.
Congregation Beth Am is located at 5050 Del Mar Heights Road conveniently located by the 5 and 56 freeways. To make reservations for dinner or sleepover or for more information about services or programs at Congregation Beth Am, please call Debra at 858 481-8454 or debra@betham.com.
Heard of speed dating? How
'bout speed friendship-making?
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)—Congregation Beth Am’s Women’s Connection, a group of women of all ages invites you to make “Fast Friends” on Tuesday, October 20, 2009. At this event participants will change tables and tablemates every twenty minutes. Each table will have a different activity or tasting.. Some of the activities will include Flower Arranging, Closet Organization, Skin Care, Stress relief, Massage, Achieving Personal Goals and Group Crafts. The cost of the event is $18 per person.
Congregation Beth Am is located in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego at 5050 Del Mar Heights Road. To make reservations please call Debra at 858-481-8454 or debra@betham.com. To learn more about Congregation Beth Am please visit our website at www.betham.com or call 858 481-8454.
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