7 Days In Arts

10
Saturday

Hold on to that Purim spirit of dressing up and learn a bit about Israeli history today when historical impressionist Peter M. Small performs as Golda Meir. Small, who lived in Israel for six years, returned to the U.S. to teach history and developed his impressions as a way to make lessons more memorable and fun. His success in making these valuable teachings enjoyable is displayed in his performances throughout California as Thomas Edison, Harry Truman and Thomas Jefferson. His program today, followed by a discussion, is part of the Los Angeles area celebration of Women’s History Month. 2 p.m. Culver City Library, 4975 Overland Drive, Culver City. For more information, call (310) 559-1676.

11
Sunday

With 17 volumes of poetry and seven volumes of criticism, along with children’s books and collaborations on a number of operas, John Hollander exhibits a devoted love affair with words. Also well noted for his translations from French, Spanish, Yiddish and Russian, the Yale University English professor fills his latest book of poetry, “Figurehead,” with puns and wordplay. Hollander reads tonight at the Skirball Cultural Center as part of the Howard Ant Memorial Poetry Series. $5 (general admission); free (students). 2 p.m. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. For advance tickets, call (323) 655-8587.

12
Monday

In his 70 years as an artist, David Rose has documented some of the most important and tumultuous events of the past century. Widely acclaimed as the “eye to the world” and “humanity’s chronicler,” Rose has captured a variety of images from the Nazi concentration camps to the Vietnam War. As a courtroom sketch artist, he covered the trials of Klaus Barbie, Charles Manson, Rodney King and Yigal Amir among many others. Also included in the exhibit “David Rose: Witness to a Century,” is Rose’s own artwork, focused on Jewish themes like life in L.A.’s Fairfax district, visual interpretations of kabbalah and etchings of Israel’s pioneering generation. Artist reception, Sun., March 11, 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Gallery Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment. Through April 27. A Shenere Velt Gallery, The Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring, 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 552-2007.

13
Tuesday

The kids at Corinne A. Seeds University Elementary School (UES) are doing mitzvot to help less fortunate children, and the results are on display at the Skirball’s Ruby Gallery. UES students created hand-painted greeting cards, reflecting many different cultural celebrations, and sold the cards to family and friends. The money raised has gone to School On Wheels, which provides tutoring and school supplies to children in homeless shelters. And the artful designs are on view for your enjoyment, through May 6. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 440-4500.

14
Wednesday

Erotic love, fantasy and obsession are among the many facets of love depicted on the walls of the Jack Rutberg Gallery. More than 60 paintings, drawings prints and sculptures from the late 1800s can be viewed. Each work of art presents the artist’s distinct interpretation of romance, maternal love, affection, devotion, and desire. The exhibit, titled “Evidence of Love,” features works by diverse artists including Pierre Auguste Renoir, Pablo Picasso, Henry Matisse, Ruth Weisberg and Andy Warhol. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Through March 31. 357 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 938-5222.

15
Thursday

South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) is the focus of the Academy Award-nominated documentary “Long Night’s Journey Into Day,” screening tonight at the Museum of Tolerance. The film lays out the difficult task faced by the TRC, an organization set up by South Africa’s first democratically elected government, to consider amnesty for perpetrators of crimes committed under the rule of apartheid. This daunting endeavor is portrayed as working towards the goal of building a unified population. After the screening, the audience will join in a discussion with the filmmakers. $6 (general admission); $5 (members). 7 p.m. 9786 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For tickets or more information, call (310) 772-2452.

16
Friday

Satirist Roy Zimmerman releases a new collection of songs featuring his politicized wit coupled with folksy tunes tonight at McCabe’s Guitar Shop. Zimmerman’s previous CD, “Comic Sutra,” presented such biting ditties as “Christmas Is a Pain” and “Los Angeles Is a Car Museum.” Tonight’s performance, to be recorded for Zimmerman’s upcoming album, introduces listeners to what he’s dubbed “A Call to Arm Chairs,” or the powerful political statement of napping. $12.50. 8 p.m. 3101 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. For tickets or more information, call (310) 828-4497.