Picks and Clicks for May 16–22, 2009

SUN | MAY 17

(ART)
Local teen artist Michael Goodman unveils his fledgling oeuvre of paintings and drawings from his early childhood to the present in the solo exhibition, “Under 17/Unrestricted,” which includes abstracts, portraits and nudes. Inspired by artists such as Dr. Seuss and Salvador Dali, the 16-year-old Goodman is a sophomore visual artist at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. Sun. 6-9 p.m. (opening reception). Free. Exhibit runs through May 31, by appointment. 13455 Ventura Blvd., Second Floor, Sherman Oaks. (818) 907-0673.

(DISCUSSION)
Hillel 818’s “Coffee & Conversation With Shelley Berman” is an afternoon discussion with the seasoned actor, comedian, writer, director and poet. Berman will reflect on his life and lengthy career and take questions after the presentation. Proceeds from the event will support Hillel programs at Pierce and Valley colleges and CSUN. Sun. 4-6 p.m. $25-$36 (prepaid), $30 (at the door). Milken Jewish Community Campus Auditorium, 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. (818) 887-5901. ” title=”www.ssefoundation.org” target=”_blank”>www.ssefoundation.org.

(HEALTH)
Pathways to Wellness, the second annual Jewish community conference on mental health, features experts offering lectures and workshops on mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and obsessive compulsive disorder, as well as the treatment and care of individuals with these illnesses. Sun. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Sinai Temple, 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. ” border = 0 vspace = ‘8’ hspace = ‘8’ align = ‘left’>(SPORTS)
It’s the 12th annual Jewish Community Night at Dodger Stadium as the Blue Crew faces the N.Y. Mets. Synagogue Softball and the Maccabiah Games will be honored. Tue. 7:10 p.m. $7-$150. Dodger Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave., Los Angeles. (866) 363-4377. ” title=”www.afipo.org” target=”_blank”>www.afipo.org.

(FILM)
Academy Award-winning singer, songwriter and composer Randy Newman will host a screening of John Ford’s “How Green Was My Valley” as part of the AFI Cinema’s Legacy monthly series. The film received five Oscars in 1942 and features original music composed by Newman’s uncle, Alfred Newman. A Q-and-A session with Newman will precede the screening. Tue. 7:30 p.m. $8 (members), $10 (general). Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 440-4500. ” title=”www.jmcla.org” target=”_blank”>www.jmcla.org.