The Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute Have you ever wanted to know more about your heritage or family history? The Center for Jewish History offers a landmark genealogy institute that is open to all. Visit us to get unparalleled free, personalized assistance from a skilled librarian who can help you navigate resources and databases, and show you how to access materials that live…
The American Sephardi Federation invites you to David Serero’s The Merchant of Venice. The French-Moroccan baritone opera singer directs and stars (as Shylock) in his own Sephardi adaptation of Shakespeare’s play about love, commerce, and bigotry. Featuring a diverse cast and Sephardi music. Two performances next week. Monday: http://cjh.org/event/2659 Wednesday: http://cjh.org/event/2660
Sephardic Journeys: Rome’o i Zhuliyet The rare books and artifacts in this exhibit, Sephardic Journeys, reflect a rich tradition of scholarship and culture shaped by migrations, and they invite, in turn, reflection upon the physical, emotional and spiritual journeys of Jewish history. Item above:Rome’o i Zhuliyet (רומיאו אי ז’ולייטה)William Shakespeare(Salonika, 1922) Ladino This translation comes from the Balkans, which hosted a lively Ladino literary…
Sunday, June 21, 5 pmShtetl: Graphic Works and Sketches of Solomon Yudovin (1920-1940)Exhibit OpeningPresented by YIVO InstituteClick here for more information. Monday, June 22, 8 pm The Merchant of Venice by William ShakespearePlay with MusicPresented by American Sephardi FederationClick here for more information. Tuesday, June 23, 6 pm Changing Lives, Making History: CBST – The First Forty Years – CBST’s 40th Anniversary Book Book…