Jewish American Heritage Month

Posted By richards on August 31, 2012

This week's featured events Carly Rae Jepsen She's got everyone from Cookie Monster to Katy Perry singing her summer anthem, "Call Me Maybe." On Saturday, the pop sensation who finished third on "Canadian Idol" takes the Grandstand stage during opening weekend at the Los Angeles County Fair, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. Shane Harper, a recurring character on the Disney Channel's "Good Luck Charlie" with a hit of his own called "One Step Closer," opens. Show time is 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $19.50-$100, plus fair admission. To purchase, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

Admission: Free; parking is $15 a car, but reduced to $10 after 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, visit www. getty.edu or call 310-440-7300.

Admission: $33-$50. To purchase, visit http://www.fordtheaters.org or call 323-461- 323-461-3673.

The Art of Devotion in the Middle Ages continues through Feb. 3, 2013, at the Getty Center in Los Angeles.

Admission: Free, but fees may apply for workshops. The Hula and Chant Competition requires tickets, available at http://www.ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. Visit http://ehulamau.org for more information.

The Wanted: 7:30 p.m. Friday. Tickets $25-$125. Los Angeles County Fair, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. 800-745-3000. http://www.ticketmaster.com

Universal CityWalk's Music Spotlight Series: All Day Everyday, IM5, VanJess and Wellington with scheduled appearance by Perez Hilton and Bella Thorne, 7:30 p.m. Friday; Sajama, 7:30 p.m. Saturday; The Spazmatics, 7:30 p.m. Sunday; The Rocket Summer, 7:30 p.m. Monday. Free. 5 Towers on Universal CityWalk, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City. 818-622-4455. http://www.citywalkhollywood.com

The Screaming Clams: Rock 'n' roll from late 1960s-'70s, 8 p.m. Friday. Age 21 and older. Royal Room at the Canoga Park Bowl, 20122 Vanowen St., Winnetka. 818-347-4807.

Ticket to Ride: Beatles tribute band, 8 p.m. Friday. Tickets $22; $20 seniors and students; $18 children 12 and under. Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 E. Los Angeles Ave. 805-583-7900. http://www.simi-arts.org

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What's new to do this week in the San Fernando Valley, greater Los Angeles and surrounding areas

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Posted By richards on August 30, 2012

THEATER

OPENING:

"WICKED-ER" -- It's not easy being green. Today through Nov. 11. Desert Star Theatre, 4861 S. State St., Murray. $10-$18. (801) 266-2600.

UTAH THEATRE UNITED MASH-UP -- Benefits Trevor Project with silent auction, raffle, deejay and performances by Pioneer Theater, Pygmalion Productions, Dark Horse, Salt Lake Acting Co. and more. 8-11 p.m. Wed. Club Jam, 751 N. 300 West, Salt Lake City. $10. Age 21-plus.

CONTINUING:

"ARSENIC AND OLD LACE" -- Theater critic copes with his quirky family, including deadly spinster aunts. 7:30 p.m. through Sept. 22. Hale Center Theater Orem. $16-$20. (801) 226-8600.

"CONFLICT TURNS TO LOVE" -- Family comedy set in 1890's. 7:30 p.m. through Oct. 1 (No show Sept. 3). Valley Center Playhouse, Lindon. $5-$7. (801) 785-1186.

"LITTLE WOMEN" -- Follows lives of four sisters. 7:30 p.m. through Sept. 22. CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, Barlow Main Stage, 525 N. 400 West, Centerville. (801) 298-1302. http://www.centerpointtheatre.org.

"9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL" -- Remake of iconic movie. 7:30 p.m. through Sept. 29. Hale Centre Theatre West Valley. $15-$26. (801) 984-9000.

"SATURDAY'S VOYEUR 2012" -- Political musical satire. Extended through Sept. 9. Salt Lake Acting Co., 168 W. 500 North, Salt Lake City. (801) 363-7522. http://www.saltlakeactingcompany.org.

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Theater, Dance and Visual Arts Listings for Aug. 30

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Posted By simmons on August 28, 2012

28-08-2012 12:29 Tom Dale, a pro-Palestinian campaigner who witnessed the death of Rachel Corrie refutes the judgement of an Israeli court that the death of the American activist was "a regrettable accident".

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Posted By admin on August 28, 2012

28-08-2012 07:05 Israeli warplanes struck two compounds run by Hamas in northern Gaza Strip early Tuesday, wounding two Palestinians. The Israeli army said in a statement published on Tuesday said that they targeted a weapon storage site and manufacturing facility, in response to earlier rocket fire by Gaza militants towards southern Israel. The Israeli Defence Force later released aerial footage of one of the compounds being hit

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Posted By simmons on August 27, 2012

27-08-2012 12:54 Israel has blocked around a hundred international pro-Palestinian activists from crossing into the West Bank from Jordan. They were trying to bring school supplies to children in Bethlehem's refugee camps.

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'Kid or adult - IDF makes no difference in Palestine' - Video

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Posted By simmons on August 25, 2012

25-08-2012 08:52 Read on Israel's seizure of Palestinian land brings with it the added extra of a harsh economic blockade. Any products made there - are not only prevented from making their way to the outside world - but they're kept from the Israeli market as well. RT's Paula Slier takes a closer look at the hardships of Palestinian farmers and producers

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Posted By simmons on August 25, 2012

25-08-2012 04:39 Iran and the UN atomic watchdog have failed to find a way out of the stalemate over Tehran's nuclear programe at fresh talks. The meeting took place amid reports that Iran's installed more 'uranium enrichment machines' at one of its facilities. For more RT talks to Gareth Porter, an investigative journalist and analyst on US foreign and military policy

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Posted By richards on August 25, 2012

Send your North Central public event notices (including recreational sports) for free to Edmond Ortiz at eortiz@primetimenewspapers.com; by fax at 250-3350; or by mail to him in c/o North Central News, P.O. Box 2171, San Antonio, TX 78297-2171. Submissions must be received by noon Friday prior to the next desired publication date. Items run on a space-available basis.

ONGOING

Wellness/support

Unity Church of San Antonio, 1723 W. Lawndale, will host Mental Health First Aid classes 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays this month. Mental Health First Aid is a 12-hour training course designed to provide important skills to help someone experiencing or developing a mental health problem or crisis. Cost: $100 per person (includes sessions, CEU credits, MHFA manual, materials, and three-year certification. Contact: http://www.mhfasa.org or 355-6096.

RediClinics are offering back-to-school vaccinations for children and college-bound students, as well as physical exams and acne consultation for teenagers to preparing to take part in athletics and other extra-curricular activities that would require such tests. For details on the offered vaccinations and services and RediClinic locations, visit http://www.rediclinic.com/vaccines.

St. George Episcopal Church Mental Health Family Support Group holds its regular meeting at 7 p.m. second Wednesdays at 6904 West Ave. in Castle Hills. Call: 342-4261.

Eczema Support Group has formed. Contact: Gabi Mehta, EczemaGroupSA@yahoo.com or 748-8824; or Pam Van Scoyk, EczemaGroupSA@yahoo.com or 862-1684.

Oak Meadow United Methodist Church, 2740 Hunters Green, begins a faith and sports program for boys and girls, ages 6-11, interested in playing soccer. Contact: The Rev. Benitez, 378-9283.

North Central Baptist Hospital, 520 Madison Oak, hosts support groups and free educational programs: couples dealing with fertility issues meet 6 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday within the atrium (call 297-4483); cancer patients and their loved ones meet at 10 a.m. fourth Saturdays (297-7005); pediatric asthma education classes 9:30 a.m. each third Saturday (297-7005); gestational diabetes program starts at 9 a.m. every second and fourth Monday in the second floor education room (297-7005); expectant mothers and their families can tour the hospital's women's service area at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. each first Monday; Gamblers Anonymous, 7 p.m. Thursdays (260-2616). Free health screenings are offered 7:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Also, Bridges Beyond Grief meets at 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 20523 Huebner Road, and 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays at Independence Hill Retirement Community, 20450 Huebner (297-4752). Additionally, Baptist Health System is sending families a summer safety tip online each week beginning in June. Visit: http://www.BaptistMomsAndKids.com.

Nydia's Yoga Therapy Studio, 4680 Lockhill-Selma Road, is hosting a variety of daily and semi-daily classes, such as yoga in Spanish, gentle yoga and yoga for children. Contact: 764-1616 or http://www.nydiasyogatherapy.com.

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North Central Community Calendar — Aug. 23-29

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Posted By richards on August 25, 2012

Send your North Central public event notices (including recreational sports) for free to Edmond Ortiz at eortiz@primetimenewspapers.com; by fax at 250-3350; or by mail to him in c/o North Central News, P.O. Box 2171, San Antonio, TX 78297-2171. Submissions must be received by noon Friday prior to the next desired publication date. Items run on a space-available basis.

ONGOING

Wellness/support

Unity Church of San Antonio, 1723 W. Lawndale, will host Mental Health First Aid classes 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays this month. Mental Health First Aid is a 12-hour training course designed to provide important skills to help someone experiencing or developing a mental health problem or crisis. Cost: $100 per person (includes sessions, CEU credits, MHFA manual, materials, and three-year certification. Contact: http://www.mhfasa.org or 355-6096.

Franklin Park Stone Oak, 21802 Encino Commons, hosts a free, public presentation with the Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Clinical Research: Local Programs, noon-1 p.m. Wednesday. Families and caregivers dealing with the disease can learn more about the importance of Alzheimer's research. Call: 884-4955.

RediClinics are offering back-to-school vaccinations for children and college-bound students, as well as physical exams and acne consultation for teenagers to preparing to take part in athletics and other extra-curricular activities that would require such tests. For details on the offered vaccinations and services and RediClinic locations, visit http://www.rediclinic.com/vaccines.

St. George Episcopal Church Mental Health Family Support Group holds its regular meeting at 7 p.m. second Wednesdays at 6904 West Ave. in Castle Hills. Call: 342-4261.

Eczema Support Group has formed. Contact: Gabi Mehta, EczemaGroupSA@yahoo.com or 748-8824; or Pam Van Scoyk, EczemaGroupSA@yahoo.com or 862-1684.

Oak Meadow United Methodist Church, 2740 Hunters Green, begins a faith and sports program for boys and girls, ages 6-11, interested in playing soccer. Contact: The Rev. Benitez, 378-9283.

North Central Baptist Hospital, 520 Madison Oak, hosts support groups and free educational programs: couples dealing with fertility issues meet 6 to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday within the atrium (call 297-4483); cancer patients and their loved ones meet at 10 a.m. fourth Saturdays (297-7005); pediatric asthma education classes 9:30 a.m. each third Saturday (297-7005); gestational diabetes program starts at 9 a.m. every second and fourth Monday in the second floor education room (297-7005); expectant mothers and their families can tour the hospital's women's service area at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. each first Monday; Gamblers Anonymous, 7 p.m. Thursdays (260-2616). Free health screenings are offered 7:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Also, Bridges Beyond Grief meets at 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 20523 Huebner Road, and 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays at Independence Hill Retirement Community, 20450 Huebner (297-4752). Additionally, Baptist Health System is sending families a summer safety tip online each week beginning in June. Visit: http://www.BaptistMomsAndKids.com.

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North Central Community Calendar — Aug. 16-22

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Posted By richards on August 24, 2012

Featured this week

Diana Krall

The Grammy-winning jazz pianist and singer, who's a month shy of releasing her '20s- and '30s-inspired disc "Glad Rag Doll," performs with the Los Angeles Philharmonic for two nights at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave. Show time is 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Tickets: $11-$164. For information, visit http://www.hollywoodbowl.com or call 323-850-2000.

'CHAIlights -- Celebrating 18 years of Jewish Music'

Join the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony and conductor Noreen Green for this milestone program of music reflecting two mainstreams of Jewish culture and heritage, Ashkenazic and Sephardic. The concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Ford

John Legend performs Saturday at the H2O Music Festival, along with Snoop Dog, Paulina Ribio and Intocable.

Tickets: $12-$36. To purchase, visit http://www.fordtheatres.org or call 323-461-3673.

H20 Music Festival

John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Paulina Rubio, Intocable and other top music entertainers take part in Saturday's day-long concert and lifestyle festival at Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N. Spring St. In addition to two main stages featuring established and emerging artists, the event put on by Univision Radio includes a festival marketplace, watering holes, cool-down tents, gaming areas and more. The kick-off is 3 p.m. Additional performers include Wisin y Yandel, Gym Class Heroes, Ozomatli, Paty Cantu and Alex Cuba. For the complete lineup, visit h20musicfestival.com.

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Events: What's New to Do This Week in L.A.

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