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Picks and Clicks for Jan. 24–30, 2009

Picks and Clicks for Jan. 24–30, 2009
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January 22, 2009

SAT | JANUARY 24

(ISRAELI MUSIC CONCERT)
Sarit Hadad is Israel’s Britney Spears. She’s not as young (31) and not as scandalous (she comes from a traditional Jewish family and does not perform on Shabbat), but the enormously talented singer with 16 albums under her belt did start performing at a young age and is her country’s undisputed reigning pop queen. Born to Mountain Jews from Azerbaijan, Hadad was singled out as a child prodigy and quickly garnered international acclaim and Israeli idol status. In 2007, Madonna declared herself a fan of the Israeli mega-star. Hadad will be performing in a Beverly Hills concert that is, without a doubt, going to sell out quickly. And like her provocative American counterpart, Hadad always puts on a great show. Sat. 8:30 p.m. $50-$100. Wilshire Theatre Beverly Hills, 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. (323) 655-0111. ” border = 0 vspace = ‘8’ hspace = ‘8’ align = ‘left’>(LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE) Calling all aspiring mayors, environmental activists, city planners and school board members who are ready to take responsibility for this city’s future. (Does that make it sound like too heavy of a load to shoulder?) Ambitious young adults are invited to join The Jewish Federation’s New Leaders Project for their 2009 conference, “Return to Passion: Strategies for a Better Tomorrow,” where the current cadre of civic leaders will welcome you into the future-shaping fold, sharing their in-depth knowledge of the current challenges our city faces and previewing what lies ahead for you to tackle. You think traffic is awful now? The daylong symposium will include discussions such as, “Our Resources in Jeopardy — Will the Only BlackBerries We Have Be Electronic Ones?”, “Public Education — It’s Not Just For ‘Those People’ Anymore,” and “Liveable City: Facing the Challenge of Urban Living in the Most Populous City in the West.” Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $35 (NLP members and students), $75 (general). Charlotte S. and Davre R. Davidson Continuing Education Conference Center, USC University Park Campus, 3415 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles. (323) 761-8165. ” title=”www.cbs.com/specials/loving_leah”>www.cbs.com/specials/loving_leah.

(OPERA)
Felix Mendelssohn’s father, Abraham, may have vigorously renounced Judaism and baptized his children as Christians, but his gifted son was nevertheless a victim of anti-Semitism, which delayed the recognition of his creative talents and original compositions. One of his most acclaimed works is “Elijah,” based on the life of the prophet, a piece that Mendelssohn wrote to his brother about: “No work of mine went so admirably the first time of execution.” Celebrating its 45th anniversary, the Los Angeles Master Chorale will perform “Elijah,” featuring bass-baritone Eric Owens in the title role and Grant Gershon as conductor. “Listen Up!” a pre-concert conversation with KUSC’s Alan Chapman and Gershon is open to the public free of charge. Sun. 7 p.m. $49-$114. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. (800) 787-5262. ” title=”www.shalominstitute.com”>www.shalominstitute.com.

(WORKSHOP)
At this unique workshop, “Baby Boomers’ Sage-ing Journey and Ritual,” students will examine “original Jewish women’s ceremonies, which acknowledge, redefine, rededicate, renew and empower a woman” 60 and older. Led by Joy Krauthammer, a medical case worker who leads women’s life-cycle and healing rituals, and guest co-presenter, Ariella Shira Lewis, co-founder of Am Or Olam – Center for Spirit, Healing and the Arts, this spiritual class will help “you transition into the most mature meaningful stage of life where new holy opportunities exist to be revealed.” Those younger than 60 are welcome to accompany a loved one to the workshop, where excerpts from the DVD, “Timbrels and Torahs,” will be included. Sun. $24. 10:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. American Jewish University, 15600 Mulholland Drive, Los Angeles. (310) 440-1246. ” title=”www.ats.org”>www.ats.org.

(SPECIAL-NEEDS CLASSES)
Elaine Hall, “Coach E,” was profiled in HBO’s Emmy Award-winning documentary, “Autism: The Musical,” a triumphant film that highlights a new philosophy in educating special-needs children. Hall will be applying her “Miracle Minded” principles of creative development in Vista Del Mar’s Vista Inspire Program, a curriculum of classes that includes Jewish education. The Nes Gadol Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class for ages 11 and up and the Post-Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class for ages 13 and up explore Jewish concepts, values and laws and aim to foster a meaningful connection to Judaism and the Jewish community. A team of professionals, including a rabbi, a cantor, rabbinic students and a music therapist, work in tandem to help children develop a greater sense of their Jewish identity. Classes begin Jan. 26. Vista Del Mar, 3200 Motor Ave., Los Angeles. (310) 836-1223, ext. 615. ” border = 0 vspace = ‘8’ hspace = ‘8’ align = ‘left’>(HOLOCAUST) Just before the outbreak of War World II, England took in close to 10,000 children from Germany and other territories occupied by the Nazi regime. Frieda Stolzberg Korobkin was one of these children. In her new book “Throw Your Feet Over Your Shoulders: Beyond the Kindertransport,” Korobkin tells the story of being “uprooted from her rabbinic family in Vienna and sent on a kindertransport.” “The resilience of the Jewish soul, the indomitable pintele yid, leaps forth from these pages and into the heart,” wrote one reviewer of the memoir. Hear Korobkin for yourself when she speaks with Jewish Journal writer Julie Gruenbaum Fax at a talk, reception and book signing sponsored by the Museum of Tolerance. Tue. 2 p.m. Free. Museum of Tolerance, 9786 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 772-2526. ” title=”www.lamoth.org”>www.lamoth.org.

WED | JANUARY 28

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(LECTURE)
Jewish philosopher Benedict de Spinoza was rejected by the Jewish community of his day for his critiques of both Jewish and Christian ideas. Nancy Levene, a religious studies professor at Indiana University, will discuss the great thinker’s work in “Does Spinoza Think the Bible (or Any Inanimate Thing) is Sacred?” as part of the UCLA Center for Jewish Studies’ new program of events. The next day you can hear Shaul Magid, also from Indiana University, give his talk: “Reclaiming Jesus or Defending Judaism? Coming to Terms (once again) With a Jewish Jesus in Post-Polemical and Post-Ecumenical America.” Co-sponsored by the UCLA Center for the Study of Religion. Advance registration is required. Wed. noon (and Thu. noon). Free. UCLA, 6275 Bunche Hall, Los Angeles. (310) 267-5327. ” title=”www.tbala.org”>www.tbala.org.

(RELIGION)
Ever wondered how an Orthodox family can afford nine children when you’re struggling with two? If you’ve ever been curious about the life of observant Jews, Rishe Deitsch’s lecture, “Truth or Myth? Ten Secrets of the Chasidic Lifestyle, Uncovered!” will be a fascinating topic for you. The senior editor of N’shei Chabad, an Orthodox women’s magazine, mother of eight, veteran lecturer and lifelong Chasidic Jew will dispel mysteries about such topics as arranged marriages, large families and reincarnation. A Q-and-A session will follow. Sponsored by the Thousand Oaks Jewish Center. Thu. 6 p.m. $18 (includes a buffet dinner). Goebel Senior Adult Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. (805) 493-7776.

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