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      The E-briv: Weekly Newsletter of 
      The Southern California Arbeter Ring (Workmen's Circle)


     
      E-mail us:  circle at circlesocal.org
      All events at The Arbeter Ring (Workmen's Circle)
      1525 S. Robertson Blvd. LA CA 90035
      unless otherwise noted  August 19, 2008 
      Thursday, August 21 @ 11 am
      District Committee Meeting

      All Arbeter Ring members are invited to attend meetings of the District Committee. Please email circle at circlesocal.org if you would like to participate.


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      Thursday, August 21 @ 7 pm 
      Temple Beth Chayim Chadashim, 6000 West Pico Boulevard . Los Angeles . CA 90035 (map)
      We Are All One: The Jews of Sefwi Wiawso

      Through story and song, "We Are All One: The Jews of Sefwi Wiawso" documents several Jewish men's return to their ancestors' ancient Israelite beliefs and practices. Journey with the community as they make matzah and prepare for Passover. Experience members' gripping personal narratives of connections to Judaism. Connect with community members as they express the social struggles that they face in staying true to their history and traditions.  DVD, 45 minutes. Co-sponsored with Temple Beth Chayim Chadashim, Progressive Jewish Alliance and Be'chol Lashon.


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      Sunday, August 24 @ 7 pm
      Cuban Film Series: Paginas del diario de Mauricio

      Personal struggles run parallel to the economic crisis in Cuba after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Spanish with English subtitles, $5 donation.


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      Sunday, September 7, 3-5 pm
      Simkhes and Struggles: Free Concert & Opening Reception for Nomi Silverman's The Shepard Cycle

      Artist Nomi Silverman's powerful etchings and drawings commemorate the 10th anniversary of the murder of Matthew Shepard, a gay University of Wyoming student. Currently in California, the struggle for LGBT civil rights continues as we both celebrate the recent legalization of same-sex marriage and prepare to battle a November ballot initiative to reverse this historic victory. A Shenere Velt Gallery, together with Temple Beth Chayim Chadashim host the reception with Nomi Silverman. Join us for live music with the Ring Tones & Friends and wedding cake. A portion of all works sold will go directly to fight Proposition 8. Other participating organizations include Congregation Kol Ami, Progressive Jewish Alliance, and Jews for Marriage Equality.


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      Join the Arbeter Ring for 
      Rosh Hashone and Yom Kipur!

      Rosh Hashone: Tuesday, Sept. 30 @ 3 pm
      Yom Kipur: Thursday, Oct. 9 at 3 pm

      Kol Nidre will be held the evening of Wednesday, October 8 together with The Sholem Community, location TBA.

      The Arbeter Ring programs are thoughtful and meaningful responses to the spirit of the season. Participants reflect on the achievements as well as the shortcomings of the past year, and look forward with renewed hope for a year of understanding, justice and peace. Join us for an experience of fellowship and contemplation in harmony with your values.




     In This Issue:

      . This month @ WC/AR
      . Elsewhere in LA 
      . Learn More/Get Involved
      ° Read our September
      newsletter online
      ° Zing with Arbeter Ring! 
     
      In A Shenere Velt Gallery


      Los Obreros de Tony Ortega: Community, Culture and Work
      July 19 - August 29

      Only two more weeks to see! 
      Beautiful and affordably priced prints available!


     
      Save the Date!
      Sunday, December 7th
      Traditions of Change: Awards Celebration and Gala Concert
       with Yale Strom, Elizabeth Schwartz & Hot Pstromi!
      Reception 1:30-2:30 pm, 
      Program @ 2:30 pm
      Unitarian Universalist Church 
      of Studio City
      Honoring: Rabbi Leonard Beerman, 
      Yale Strom & Elizabeth Schwartz, 
      and Kirsten Cowan
      Not to be missed! E-mail Sandra Kapin awards at circlesocal.org for advance sponsorship opportunities and ticket packages!  
      Every Week @ Arbeter Ring!: 
      Zing with the Ring! Our two choruses, Mit Gezang Yiddish Chorus and Voices of Conscience Social Action chorus meet alternate Monday evenings.
      Monday, August 25, 7:30 pm: Mit Gezang Yiddish Chorus
      Monday, September 1, 7:30 pm: Voices of Conscience Social Action Chorus
      More about our choruses...
     
      From our Friends and Allies

      Kol Nidre Singers Wanted! Become a part of the annual Kol Nidre event we share every year with the Sholem Community. Kol Nidre will be the evening of Wednesday, October 8.
      Requirements are: (1) Ability to sing on key; (2) Ability to read music OR to learn by ear from a CD of your parts; (3) Attendance at six Tuesday evening rehearsals: Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and Oct. 7. (4) Investment of at least an hour per week between rehearsals to practice on your own. 
      Rehearsals are from 7:30 PM to 9:45 PM in Burbank. LOW VOICES ARE ESPECIALLY NEEDED: basses, baritones, and tenors of either gender. To sign up: contact chorus manager Anne Kaufman, at annekaufman at sbcglobal.net. If you have questions about your  singing: contact Joanna Cazden jcazden at earthlink.net.

      From Our Friends at Health Care for All: Take Action of Universal Single-Payer in California!
      Senator Sheila Kuehl's historic single payer healthcare plan, SB 840, is soon going to the floor of the state Assembly for a vote. We need you now to lobby your Assembly Member to vote YES for SB 840. Please click on the link below to find out how you can call your Assembly Member and also send him or her an email:
      http://salsa.democracyinaction.org/o/1308/t/2206/campaign.jsp?campaign_KEY=25341  


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