Book Party: Yiddish Sayings Mama Never Taught You
August 1, 2009
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
Book Party: Yiddish Sayings Mama Never Taught You
On Saturday, August 1, Yiddishkayt joined with the Arbeter Ring (Workmen's Circle) to celebrate the return of Yiddish Sayings Mama Never Taught You by Marvin S. Zuckerman and Gershon Weltman. After thirty years, this important collection of Yiddish folk sayings is now back in print. Presented by Arbeter Ring (Workmen's Circle). Cosponsored by Yiddishkayt.
Sunset Concert at the Skirball: Gadji-Gadjo
July 30, 2009
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Gadji-Gadjo: Sunset Concert at the Skirball Cultural Center
On Thursday, July 30, The Skirball Cultural Center presented the L.A. premiere of Gadji-Gadjo. Led by accordionist Mélanie Bergeron and also featuring violin, mandolin, clarinet, guitar, double bass, and percussion, this beloved Quebec-based band reinvigorates the Roma and klezmer traditions of Eastern Europe with diverse world influences. With its zesty, high-spirited live show, pairing original compositions and masterful improvisations, Gadji-Gadjo has become a young favorite on the world-music festival circuit. Co-presented by Yiddishkayt.
Zayt Gezunt! A Farewell Celebration for the VCJCC
June 14, 2009
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Sunday, June 14, 2009 Zayt Gezunt! A Farewell Celebration for the VCJCC
After 56 years of service, the Valley Cities Jewish Community Center (VCJCC) is closing its doors -- forever -- on June 19, 2009.
Over 115 friends joined together for a farewell concert and beygl brunch with music and song by Golden State Klezmer and Cindy Paley.
Fiesta Shalom (Festival)
May 17, 2009
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View photos from Sunday, May 17, 2009
Fiesta Shalom, a unique festival celebrating the shared Jewish & Latino experience in Boyle Heights -- right in front of the Breed Street Shul.
These are pictures from our booth, which we shared with the Jewish Historical Society, the Breed Street Shul Project and the Boyle Heights Historical Society.
In addition to selling Yiddish books, we had two mapping workshops for festival-goers to participate in: Los Angeles Geography and The Boyle Heights Experience.
At Home in Utopia (Screening & Panel)
April 27, 2009
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View photos of the lively panel discussion following our screening of the documentary film, At Home in Utopia. Panelists included the filmmaker, Michal Goldman; the Executive Director of PJA, Elissa Barrett; and children of the Coops, Irv Goldstein and Hershl Hartman. Moderated by Peter Dreier, Professor at Occidental College.
Click here for more info about the program. Part of the L.A. Jewish Film Festival. Co-sponsored by Yiddishkayt along with our friends at the Arbeter Ring/Workmen's Circle, Progressive Jewish Alliance, and the Sholem Community.
L.A. Times Festival of Books
April 25 & 26, 2009
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View photos from Yiddishkayt's third annual trip to the L.A. Times Festival of Books. Every April we transform into the largest Yiddish bookstore in Southern California (well, at least for the weekend).
DOIKAYT: A Community/Arts/Yiddish Seder
April 2, 2009
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View photos from DOIKAYT: A Community/Arts/Yiddish Seder. Co-produced by Yiddishkayt and the Jewish Artists Initiative. Hosted by the Westside JCC.
Zalmen Mlotek - Musical History of the Yiddish Theater January 18, 2009
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Watch Zalmen Mlotek trace the path of Yiddish melodies as they are transformed into George Gershwin and Cab Calloway jazz numbers. The audience can't help from singing along... Click here for more info about the program.
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at the Valley Cities Jewish Community Center (VCJCC), Van Nuys
Zalmen Mlotek, the Artistic Director of the National Yiddish Theater- Folksbiene, led a joyous audience of 300 people through a multi-media historical edu-tainment about the Yiddish Theater. Presentation followed a full beygl breakfast. Click here for more info about the program.
