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Special EventsEvents in AprilOpening Reception: From Under a Rock? with artist Jean Fawver - CANCELLEDJoin us for an evening of festivities celebrating the opening of Jean Fawver?s exhibit From Under a Rock. Showcasing recent paintings inspired by Armadillidium vulgare ("pill bugs") and world events, Ms Fawver?s vivid and imaginative art is sure to provide you with a new perspective. Ms. Fawver is a graduate of the prestigious California College of the Arts (formerly the California College of Arts and Crafts) and a BRJCC staff member. Thursday, April 20, 5:30-8:30 pm Not Me by Michael LavigneWhat would you do if you found out that your father had been hiding a terrible secret his entire life and ultimately, living a lie? In Michael Lavigne?s debut novel, he carves a new portal into the depthless mystery of the Holocaust, writing insightfully and imaginatively about the survival instinct and the thorny love between fathers and sons. Monday, April 24, 7:30 pm ? For more information or to register call x132 or New to DVD!: Film and Interactive Discussion SeriesDid you miss a movie while it was playing in the theater and would love a second chance to view it with a friendly group? Or have you recently seen a film you?d like to see again. Then don?t pass up this opportunity to see the film, share your insights and opinions in a lively facilitated group led by George Porter. Light refreshments. April 26: The Constant Gardener (films subject to change without notice, please call to confirm)April 26, May 3, May 17, 31, June 7, June 21, 7:00-10:00 pm ? For more information or to register call x132 or Kabbalah of Creation: The Mysticism of Isaac Luria, Founder of Modern Kabbalah, translation and commentary by Rabbi Eliyahu KleinPoetic, erotic renditions of all the human biological processes, including love making, conception, birth, maturation, and death, in a cosmic octave and mystical perspective. Wednesday, April 26, 7:30 pm ? For more information call or or www.www.aquarianminyan.org Dancing With Wonder: Self-Discovery Through Stories with Nancy King and Susan FelixBring your creativity and sense of humor to this lively and innovative story-making workshop, where all stories have a safe place. Using traditional world stories to make new stories we will explore our creativity, imagination, spirituality and curiosity to connect inner life with outer expression. This interactive workshop, based on Nancy King?s fascinating book Dancing With Wonder: Self-Discovery Through Stories, is perfect for those who want to hear, make and tell stories. Thursday, April 27, 7:30 pm ? To reserve space call Andrea Mok x132 or The Creative Dialogue: Jewish Women?s Voices in Prose and Poetry - A Conversation and Reading with Chana Bloch and Elizabeth RosnerCelebrate the poetic voices of Chana Bloch and Elizabeth Rosner in a special program exploring the relationship between Jewish identity and writing. We will visit the landscape where prose and poetry meet, and discuss the influences of gender, history and silence on the creative process. Sunday, April 30, 10:30 am ? Brunch and Program ? Please RSVP to Andrea Mok at x132 or Events in MayThe Secret Way to War by Mark DannerDanner?s findings illustrate that the Bush and Blair administrations advocated weapons inspections teams as a means to ensure war, rather than to avoid it. Most importantly, Danner argues that despite such clear evidence of deception, the press, public, and Congress still have not held the administration responsible. Danner is a regular contributor to the New York Review of Books. The preface is by New York Times columnist Frank Rich. Wednesday, May 3, 7:30 pm Suitcase Sefton and the American Dream by Jay FeldmanMac "Suitcase" Sefton is a scout for the New York Yankees, who discovers a left-handed pitcher in a Japanese-American internment camp in the Arizona desert during World War II. His contact with the pitcher, the pitcher's family, and other internees inevitably leads to a culture clash, causing Sefton to confront his own life and values. Through the filter of baseball, the book addresses issues of personal integrity, racism, internment, and American values and dreams. Thursday, May 4, 7:30 pm ? For more information call or www.blackoakbooks.com BRJCC Preschool AuctionAn evening of FUN at the Berkeley Richmond JCC. Tapas by Café de la Paz, open wine bar. Entertainment and live auction by award-winning comedian Betsy Salkind. Saturday May 6, 6?10 p.m. ? For more information contact Ishtar Peeler x110. War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II by author Phyllis MattsonIn 1940, as a result of Hitler?s plans to eradicate Jews, 10 year old Lizzi left Vienna by joining a transport of children seeking refuge in America. Two weeks later she began her new life in San Francisco getting a new name , Phyllis, and having to learn a new language. Her family is scattered on three continents, but linked by letters. Phyllis Mattson?s moving memoir is a coming of age story told through family letters. Sunday, May 7, 2:00 pm Cost of War: The Humanitarian Crisis in IraqDr. Jeff Ritterman, of Physicians for Social Responsibility, has worked to put a human face on tragedies across the globe for the past 25 years. In this timely presentation he will discuss the health effects of the war on Iraqi citizens, medical complicity in interrogations at Abu Ghraib, medical care for the US wounded and the public health consequences of the war. Dr. Ritterman is Chief of cardiology at Kaiser Richmond. Thursday, May 11, 7:30 pm ? For more information call x110 or Conned: How Millions Went to Prison, Lost the Vote, and Helped Send George W. Bush to the White House by Sasha AbramskyMore than 4 million Americans, mainly poor, black, and Latino, have lost the right to vote, the most basic right of a democracy. Felony disenfranchisement laws remove the vote from people who are in prison or on parole, and, in several states, for the rest of their lives. Award-winning journalist Sasha Abramsky takes us on a journey from the Pacific Northwest to Miami, detailing the revival of laws that originated in the post?Civil War segregationist South. Abramsky shows how this growing problem has played a decisive role in elections nationwide ? including the 2000 and 2004 presidential elections. Tuesday, May 16, 7:30 pm ? For more information call or www.blackoakbooks.com Eat, Drink, and Weigh Less: A Flexible and Delicious Way to Shrink Your Waist Without Going Hungry, by Mollie Katzen and Dr. Walter C. WillettBerkeley?s beloved mega-bestselling cookbook author Mollie Katzen teams up with Dr. Walter C. Willett, the head of Harvard School of Public Health?s Department of Nutrition to offer this medically sound, extremely effective program. People can lose weight by adding delicious, easy-to-prepare foods to their diet and making simple changes in what they eat throughout the day using this easy plan with fail-safe results. Reception at Berkeley Vintage Wines on Vine St following event. Co-sponsored with Black Oak Books Sunday, May 21, 7:30 pm ? For more information call or www.blackoakbooks.com The Zohar: Pritzker Edition, translation and commentary by Daniel C. MattDaniel C. Matt, one of the world?s foremost authorities on Jewish mysticism, spent the past four years in Jerusalem completing the first phase of this immense project: a 12-volume, annotated English translation of the Zohar. Come schmooze with the authors! Books for sale. Light refreshments provided. Wednesday, May 24, 7:30 pm ? For more information call or or www.www.aquarianminyan.org In Harms Way: Toxic ThreatsJoin Dr. Brian Linde of Kaiser Oakland and Physicians for Social Responsibility for a timely overview of environmental toxins and their relationship to children's health and development Wednesday, May 24, 7:30 pm ? For more information call Ruth Phillips at x127 or An Evening with Father Michael Hensley LapsleyFather Michael Lapsley is an internationally known anti-apartheid activist from Cape Town, South Africa. In April of 1990, Michael lost both hands and an eye when he opened a letter bomb. His own healing process served as an inspiration for the creation of the Institute for the Healing of Memories. Tikkun Olam echoes in the Institute?s commitment to the healing journey of individuals, communities and nations, doing trauma work that is group-based, culturally sensitive, and uses expressive arts and rituals. Join us for a fascinating evening! Thursday, May 25, 7:30 pm ? For more information call Jerry Diller or News by Mail or eMailWe use our mailing list to send out eNewsletters by email and/or our Program Guides by mail. more information
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