| February 22, 2012
All events at Arbeter Ring Los Angeles unless otherwise stated.
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| Seminar Series - "Changing The World: Our Legacy in Yiddish Culture" |
Sunday, Feb. 26, 10:15 AMWestside Neighborhood School, 5401 Beethoven Street, Los AngelesProf. Marvin Zuckerman will discuss the classic Yiddish author/philosopher Y. L. Perets (Peretz) on Sunday, Feb. 26, 10:15 AM, in this month's session of the seminar series, "Changing The World: Our Legacy in Yiddish Culture," co-sponsored by SoCal Arbeter Ring (Workmen's Circle) and The Sholem Community. The session will be held at Westside Neighborhood School, 5401 Beethoven Street, Los Angeles. Selected readings from the works of Peretz are now available on the Sholem website, http://www.sholem.org/seminars.html. Those planning to attend the session should certainly download and study the readings. Even those unable to attend will gain significant knowledge by doing so. Gifted poet, master storyteller, profound thinker, Peretz (1852-1915) played a leading role in developing the progressive, secular culture that inspires both sponsoring organizations. Included in the readings are poems that speak for the 99%, an essay that foresaw key events in the 20th century, and a story that pre-dated feminist consciousness. Marvin Zuckerman was Academic Dean for six years and Chair of the English Department at L.A. Valley College, and co-edited the 3-volume anthology, The Three Great Classic Writers of Modern Yiddish Literature. He co-authored Learning Yiddish in Easy Stages and translated Yiddish Sayings Mama Never Taught You. Marvin is a long-time member of the District Committee of the SoCal Arbeter Ring. Members of AR/WC: $5.00. Non-members: $15.00.
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Autobiography and Memior with Writer Terry Wolverton - RSVP TODAY!
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The National Writers Union LA Chapter (open to all)
Sunday, Feb. 26, promptly at 1 pm
The theme is: "Autobiography and Memoir." Writer Terry Wolverton is our guest speaker. Her talk will explore: 1) the difference between memoir and autobiography; 2) reasons for writing a memoir (and which of those intersect with readership interest); 3) pitfalls and strategies for success with memoir writing; and 4) the controversy around "truth" in writing about one's life. She will also leave some time for Q&A. Terry has another commitment that day and needs to leave shortly after 2 pm so we will begin ON TIME. Please arrive early and don't miss anything!
Terry Wolverton is the author of nine books, including Insurgent Muse: Life and Art at The Woman's Building, a memoir. She's also edited 14 literary anthologies. She teaches creative nonfiction in the MFA Writing Program at Antioch University LA. She's the founder of Writers At Work, a creative writing center in LA, where she teaches workshops in poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction.
After Terry's talk, we'll proceed to some short (5-minute) presentations by NWU members in this genre. We'll limit the sign-ups to ten people, so contact the chapter chair to get on the list. Members of NWU get preference, then we'll open up the list to AR members and guests.
Admission for Arbeter Ring members is $10 (refunded if you join the union that day). Refreshments will be served.
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Camp Gilboa - Enroll now for July 1st Camp Sessions
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Camp Gilboa
 Registration is open now for camp sessions starting July 1.
Imagine a group of kids that play together, learn from each other, and share our progressive values and love of Jewish Culture.
At Camp Gilboa all the fun outdoor activities found at other camps are embedded in a kibbutz style cooperative living environment that also challenges their minds and feeds their souls. Children go there for the kayaking, hiking, swimming and other summer activities. Parents and grandparents send them because the camp de-emphasizes consumerism and encourages campers to dream big about a just world where they can make a difference.
Parents and grandparents can learn more about this unique opportunity for our children by calling 323-653-6772, reading the brochure or visiting www.campgilboa.org. If you want to learn more about the camp from an Arbeter Ring parent, email Steve at ska2@columbia.edu.
Click here to download the brochure
You can also contact: Outreach Director Zak Greenwald: zakgreenwald@gmail.com | 562-965-4877
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See the Play A Jew Grows in Brooklyn - FINAL SHOW DATES!
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A Jew Grows in Brooklyn
 Jake Ehrenreich's critically acclaimed one man show "A Jew Grows in Brooklyn" is making its return to Los Angeles. The heartwarming and hilarious true story of an American immigrant kid growing up in Brooklyn will be in town for three weeks only. From the classic rock of his youth to his mother's Yiddish lullaby, author/performer Jake Ehrenreich (and a great live band) takes you on a laugh-out-loud, sometimes tearful, always delightful roller coaster journey in his critically acclaimed comedy musical about life as a baby boomer child of Holocaust survivors in 1960's Brooklyn. Playing February 7th - 25th American Jewish University 15600 Mulholland Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90077 click here for tickets
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| Book release for Yiddishkeit: Jewish Vernacular and the New Land |
 We will be hosting a book release for Yiddishkeit: Jewish Vernacular and the New Land edited by WC District Committee member Hershl Hartman, along with Harvey Pekar and Paul Buhle. The release event will include a panel with illustrator Sharon Rudahl, and Hershl Hartman, along with several other noted Yiddish scholars. The event will feature 32 illustrations from the book which will be up for a month in our gallery space. This event is co-sponsered by Yiddishkayt. March 4th, 20123:30PM - 5 PM At the Workmen's CircleClick here to purchase a copy of Yiddishkeit: Jewish Vernacular and the New Land
Praise for Yiddishkeit:"The book is about what Neal Gabler in his introduction labels 'Jewish sensibility.' It pervades this volume, which he acknowledges is messy; he writes: 'You really can't define Yiddishkeit neatly in words or pictures. You sort of have to feel it by wading into it.' The book does this with gusto." -New York Times "a postvernacular tour de force" -The Forward |
| Klezmer Jams! (Sunday, March 4, 2012 ) | |
Sunday, March 4, 2012, 2:00-4:00pm
KLEZMER JAM SESSION and YIDDISH DANCE
Bring your music stands and your dancing shoes!
Music led by Rebekka Helford and Klezmer dancing led by Karen Goodman
Musicians and dancers will jam and dance throughout the session.
1411 Lincoln Boulevard Venice, CA $5 Suggested Donation Please RSVP to laklezjam@gmail.com and tell us what instrument you play, so we know who to expect. All levels welcome. Nobody will be turned away.
Klezmer jams take place at the Talking Stick the first Sunday of each month.
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| GEEKS! The Musical! Show runs
March 1 - 17, 2012
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Featuring music by our Chairmentsch Ruth Judkowitz!
March 1 - 17, 2012 8pm
(Thurs, Fri, Sat)
WHERE: Write Act Repertory, Hollywood CA (6128 Yucca Street, Hollywood, CA 90028) Write Act Rep Parking Lot: 6125 Carlos Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028)
EVENT: Geeks! The Musical! is an original full-length musical that takes place at a comic book convention.
OPENS: Thursday, March 1st and runs through Saturday, March 17th, 2012. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturdays @ 8:00 PM
TICKET INFO: General Admission, $25.00;
Students/Seniors/Groups (4+), $20.00
RESERVATIONS:
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PJA & JFSJ Southern California NEWS
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PJA & JFSJ Southern California
The Progressive Jewish Alliance/Jewish Funds for Justice has several upcoming events including: a discussion about Black-Jewish coalitions and the politics of race, Domestic Workers Rights organizing events and a social justice Oscars party where "The Help" (nominated for 6 Oscars) and Domestic Workers issues will be discussed.
To learn more about these and many other Progressive Jewish Alliance events, click here. See also: http://www.jewishjustice.org/
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West Coast Jewish Theatre Presents the West Coast Premiere of
New Jerusalem...
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New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch De Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation - Amsterdam, July 27, 1656
By David Ives, the playwright who has a current hit on Broadway!
Directed by: Elina de Santos
Produced by: Howard Teichman
Join the West Coast Jewish Theatre as we open the temple doors and experience the excommunication of the 17th Century Jew, Baruch de Spinoza. What is his crime? Thinking beyond the boundaries that the secular state has placed on Jewish thought. His dilemma has political echoes and consequences that reverberate deeply to this day.
"This thoughtful work paints the conflict between Spinoza's radical ideas and the oppressive religious doctrines of his times in an entertaining, highly accessible way. An engrossing historical drama."
- The New York Sun
Playing February 10th - April 1st
Pico Playhouse
10508 W. Pico Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90064
Thurs, Friday, Saturday @ 8PM; Sunday @ 3PM
*Preview: Friday, February 9th @ 8PM - $20
click here to reserve tickets or call (323) 821-2449
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR YIDARTS IN MARCH!
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Schund! at the Israel Film Festival
Yiddishkayt presents SCHUND!
Israel Film Festival Sat, March 17
6:30 p.m.
Laemmle Music Hall 3 9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills 90211
SCHUND!, a clever and heartfelt mockumentary, is a kind of Yiddish theatrical Forrest Gump, "introducing" a renowned Yiddish actor who disappeared under criminal circumstances. Left in his wake are debts, rumors, and a mysterious inscription on the door of his home reading "schund." The film's action takes place 25 years after the actor's disappearance as the young filmmaker struggles to pick up his trail.
The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Yiddish and Hebrew legend Mike Burstyn.
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Contact Us
Kalil Cohen, Director
Ruth Judkowitz, Chairmentsh
Phone: 310.552.2007
E-mail: circle@circlesocal.org & director@circlesocal.org
Web: www.circlesocal.org
1525 S. Robertson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90035 |
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| Extra! Extra! Workmen's Circle Members in the News!! | |
There were two op-ed pieces in this Sunday LA Times from WC readers:
Jack Rothman in support of Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez:
Edward Tabash on the real threat from Santorum
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1525 S. Robertson Blvd.
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Monday Night Yiddish Classes
Beginning Yiddish:
5-6 pm
($160 for 18 wks for AR members, $225 for non-members)
Intermediate Yiddish:
6-7:30pm
($225 for 18 wks for AR members, $300 for non-members)
Advanced Yiddish:
7:30-9 pm
($225 for 18 wks for AR members, $300 for non-members)
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Yiddish Conversation
with Hadasa
Every Monday
2-3:15 pm
(by donation)
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Voices of Conscience Chorus
On Hiatus for February, join us in March!
We perform in English, Yiddish, and more!
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AR Office Wish List
Want to support the AR but don't know how? Here are a few things we need: 1. A Stool for performers 2. A couch 3. A mac computer (2005 or newer) 4. Gift certificate to an office supply store 5. Office chairs 6. USB drive 7. Forever Stamps (before the price goes up) ------------------------------- Keep up with our events on Facebook! 
-------------------------------  Speak Yiddish! Why not? Far vos nisht? Every Monday at 2 pm Thanks to your attendance, her Conversational Yiddish group is thriving with world-recognized Yiddish teacher, scholar, translator and raconteuse Hadasa Cytrynowicz. Originally from Lodz, and later a long-time resident of Brazil, Hadasa brings a wealth of experience and stories, songs, proverbs and sayings, poetry and interesting topics for discussion to her group. Each session is an hour and 15 minutes. Admission is by voluntary donation.
Keep your Yiddish kite flying by attending this group! All levels of Yiddish are welcome. Kumt arayn!
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Save the Date: CARA Education Fund - Senior Leadership Academy
| Who Can Attend: CARA Members and Affiliates, Senior and Disability Advocates and Activists.
Cost: $25/person for 2 days. Scholarships available. Organization Expense Underwriting OK. Call CARA to inquire: 510-663-4086
March 8th and 9th in L.A. at the Braille Institute For more information, call CARA at 510-663-4086
Space is limited so please respond soon to assure a space.
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Save the Date: Yale Strom in concert - March 25, 2012 + Other News!
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Join us for a memorable concert with Yale Strom at the Workmen's Circle.
March 25, 2012, Details TBA
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News Update while you wait for the concert:
Klezmer-feminist-historical audio drama, "The Witches of Lublin", starring the extraordinary Tovah Feldshuh and featuring Broadway's Simon Jones and Barbara Rosenblat... and even author Neil Gaiman (along with a host of generous and talented voice actors) has some wonderful updates!
"The Witches of Lublin" is set in 18th-Century Poland, when a family of women -- all talented musicians -- struggle to live and love in a time of peril and daily hardship.
Recent list of nominations and awards:
Nominee, Best Audio Drama, 2012 Audie Awards
Nominee, Best Packaging, 2012 Audie Awards
Winner, 2011 Earphone award, Audible.com
Top Ten "Most playlisted piece", 2011 Zeitfunk Awards, PRX.org
2011 "Best Books for Women", Booklist Online
2011 Top Ten Best Full Cast Audio Drama, Audiofile Magazine
Quarterfinalist, Scriptapalooza writing contest
CALL TO ACTION:
"The Witches of Lublin" is available FREE to radio stations for Passover/spring broadcast. If your local public radio affiliate didn't air the show last year (or if they did and you want to hear it again), you can personally contact them to request the show. Now is the time to help spread the word for 2012 - please check the website, www.thewitchesoflublin.com, to see if your affiliate is among those who have already scheduled it for this year.
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| SAVE THE DATE: TUESDAY, FEB 28, 2012 - Free Training, Lunch Provided |
The California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA)
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
10AM - 3PM
UFCW Local 324, Auditorium
8530 Stanton Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620
2012 is the year to get California Back on Track!
Free training for Southern California CARA members,
Senior, Student, and Disability Advocates.
For more information or to RSVP, call CARA at 714-244-7776
CARA is sponsoring this one day, free training to learn ways we can talk about the California budget crisis and develop support for important revenue solutions that will be considered this year:- Learn how to impact the State Budget and save essential programs;
- Continue our campaign to protect pensions, Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid and important retirement income;
- Find out how to get involved in electing leaders who will represent your interests and supporting ballot measure that can help re-build California.
Kim Klein, well known fundraising guru and partner in Nonprofits Talking Taxes will provide this special training that will help us learn how to talk about how fair taxes will help us get California and the Country back on the road to recovery. This workshop will help us "make the common good a common conversation." This is a training you will not want to miss!
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