Picks and Clicks for Jan. 10-16, 2009: Art, film, secrets and Limmud

SAT | JANUARY 10

(FILM)
“The Baader Meinhof Complex,” “Everlasting Moments,” “Gomorra,” “I’ve Loved You So Long” and “Waltz With Bashir.” Whether you’ve seen them all or fallen behind on your movie-going duties this season, it’s officially time to sit up and pay ” target=”_self”>http://www.goldenglobes.org.

(THEATER)
Come see the work of a man who was once branded a Jewish pornographer. Influential Austrian playwright Arthur Schnitzler wrote “La Ronde” in 1897 with the hope of showing society the ways — both good and bad — in which sexuality can overcome class barriers. The controversial play is being brought back to life through an original multimedia presentation, which will undoubtedly demonstrate how some aspects of life will always remain provocative. Sat. 8 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.) 3 p.m. (Sun.). Through Feb. 1. $20. Zephyr Theatre, 7456 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. (323) 960-7792. Taste@LimmudLA.org. ” target=”_blank”>http://www.bethshirsholom.org.

TUE | JANUARY 13

(BOOKS)
Valley Beth Shalom’s Rabbi Edward Feinstein, author of the National Jewish Book Award finalist, “Tough Questions Jews Ask,” and named one of America’s top 25 rabbis by Newsweek, has just released “Capturing the Moon,” a book filled with 36 classic Jewish folktales arranged under six thematic sections: What Really Matters in Life?, Doing What’s Right, It’s Up to You, Teachers and Friends, Hidden Truths, and the Miracles of Jewish Life. Lucky for us, the Rosenkrantz Library is hosting a “Meet the Author” event with Feinstein, giving us a prime opportunity to soak up all the wisdom. Tue. 7 p.m. Free. JCC at Milken, 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. (818) 464-3281. ” target=”_blank”>http://www.bn.com.

WED | JANUARY 14

(ISRAELI CINEMA)
Etgar Keret decided to direct “Jellyfish,” a film his wife, Shira Geffen, wrote because nobody else wanted to do it. Keret, who rose to fame as a short story writer, had never directed a feature before but took on the task for what he ” target=”_blank”>http://www.ajula.edu.

(REAL ESTATE)
Believe it or not, the current economic crisis has a silver lining. Those looking to buy real estate, for example, might have a good deal on their hands. What’s more, Richard M. Gollis, co-founder of the Concord Group, a leading real estate consultancy, is ready to offer up the “2009 Commercial and Residential Forecast.” Share breakfast with those who are in the know about the golden opportunities that might emerge in the coming year, despite all the gloom and doom associated with the current economic downturn. Presented by the Jewish Federation of Orange County and part of the Real Estate Council Breakfast Network. Wed. 7:30-9:30 a.m. Free for REC members; $50 for all others. Hilton Costa Mesa, 3050 Bristol St., Costa Mesa. (949) 435-3484. ” border = 0 vspace = ‘8’ hspace = ‘8’ align = ‘left’>highlight of your youth or a disaster you wish you could expunge from your memory, wouldn’t it be fun to do it all over again now that you’re older, wiser and more comfortable in your own skin? ATID thought so. The “Blue and White Ball: Prom Night 2009” will have everything a prom should — DJ, dancing, appetizers, dessert buffet, a prom king and queen ceremony and door prizes for those wearing blue and white in honor of Israel. This bash will be different in that you won’t be seeing anyone under 21 (or over 39), you can sip alcoholic beverages from a cup instead of sneaking sips from a flask, and, most significantly, no dates are required! Thu. 8 p.m. Pre-Jan. 13: $40 (members), $46 (guests). At the door: $55. Sinai Temple, 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 481-3244. ” target=”_blank”>http://www.lalouver.com.

(LECTURE)
President-elect Barack Obama may have chosen Rahm Emanuel to be his chief of staff, but Jews still have a long way to go before they stop paying a high price for their lack of political power. Or so argues Ruth Wisse, a professor of Yiddish and comparative literature at Harvard University. According to Wisse, too often Jews have become the target of scapegoating, and political weakness lies at the heart of much of the violence. Hear it for yourself at a presentation of “Jews and Power.” Thu. 7:30 p.m. $12. Stephen S. Wise Temple, 15500 Stephen S. Wise Drive, Los Angeles. (888) 380-9473. ” target=”_self”>worldwide phenomenon that made the Law of Attraction a household phrase. If it revolutionized your life or simply gave you food for thought, you might be interested to hear what comes after the Secret has been revealed. “Beyond the Secret” is an exclusive, in-theater presentation that explores the life philosophy to a greater extent via a panel of acclaimed life coaches and motivational gurus led by Larry King. Screened for one night only, the film features a discussion between experts who founded companies such as LifeSuccess and Dream University, as well as seminars titled, “Mental Toughness” and “Science of Success.” It also includes clips from the soon-to-be-released DVD “Beyond the Secret,” as well as scenes from an interactive discussion with the audience from a Royce Hall screening. “This Beyond the Secret event is packed with practical advice that you can understand and implement immediately to create the life you’ve always wanted,” said Bob Proctor, a teacher of the Law of Attraction. Thu. 8 p.m. $18. Visit ” target=”_blank”>http://www.skirball.org.