Bookfair
The JCC's annual Jewish Bookfair is one of Central
Ohio’s largest and most popular literary events, and takes place each Fall.
The JCC's Jewish Bookfair features author appearances and book signings,
events and activities, and a wide selection of books for sale
either written by Jewish authors or about Jewish topics.
The 2008 JCC Jewish Bookfair will be held
Nov. 3-17 at the JCC. Watch for more details or contact Bookfair
Coordinator Melanie Butter at (614) 559-6233 or mbutter@columbusjcc.org
for more information.
New! By purchasing books featured at the JCC's Jewish Bookfair, or any other gift items via these Amazon.com links, your on-line
purchase supports on-going Bookfair programming at the JCC.
Gallery Players
www.jccgalleryplayers.org
Purchase tickets to the 2008-2009 season's performances.
Gallery Players, started in 1948, is the oldest semi-professional theater group in Central Ohio and strives to present a season lineup highlighting the Jewish experience and work by Jewish playwrights. Gallery Players does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or gender when casting, and aims to present productions that are of interest to the Jewish and general communities.
Visit the Gallery Players' website www.jccgalleryplayers.org, or contact Jared Saltman at (614) 559-6248 for more information.
Columbus Jewish Film Festival
www.cjfilmfest.org
Featuring six days of gripping cinema, dynamic speakers and unforgettable events, the 5th annual Columbus Jewish Film Festival is being planned for March 7-12, 2009. The Columbus Jewish Film Festival is committed to presenting cutting-edge international films and programming that reflect a myriad of Jewish experiences. Don't miss it!
Art at the Center - Judaica Gallery
www.artatthecenter.com
At Art at the Center you can find that elegant or perhaps funky piece, maybe a modestly-priced gift, or a museum-quality collector's piece, or just something that pleases you. There is Judaica for everyone over a wide price range: Jewish arts and crafts, ritual items, Israeli and Yiddish posters, gifts, jewelry, and more.
Featured Artist: Yossi Steinberg
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Yossi Steinberg is a contemporary Israeli artist who uses hand painted acrylic resin in combination with silver or gold-plated wire to create beautiful Judaic art. He also incorporates beads and Judaic symbols. His style is whimsical yet rich in color and composition. All of his items are original designs. Yossi creates and works in Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Visual Arts
Brightly colored paintings, hand-crafted quilts,
stunning sculptures and intriguing photographs
are just examples of the beautiful pieces on
display throughout the year in the JCC’s
Goldberg Gallery, located in the building’s
lobby. Exhibits are free and open to the
community.
Exhibits are open Monday through Thursday from
8 AM - 10 PM, Friday from 8 AM - 6 PM, and Sunday from
9 AM - 8 PM.
For more information, call (614)
231-2731.
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