November 2-17, 2010
Something for Everyone-Literally!

Mark your calendar for two weeks of amazing authors, exciting art and fabulous films! Online registration is now available; all events are $5 / $3 members unless otherwise specified.

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Screening: Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg
Tues, Nov 2, 7 pm  |  Register
Mrs. Goldberg comes to life in the documentary about Gertrude Berg and the making of the show about
America’s favorite neighbor during the 1940s and 1950s.
“The Goldbergs” aired for 17 years on radio and then as
a TV pioneer in 1949—a true cultural icon! Sponsored by
by Fifth Third Bank and co-sponsored by the Albert and
                      Sarah Reuben Senior Resource Center.

Written, produced and directed by Aviva Kempner. USA, 2009.

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Daniel Asa Rose: Larry’s Kidney: Being the True Story of How I Found Myself in China with My Black Sheep Cousin and His Mail-Order Bride, Skirting the Law to Get Him A Transplant—And Save His Life
Wed, Nov 3, 7 pm  |  Register
Author Daniel Asa Rose takes the reader on a wild journey
to China with his black sheep cousin, Larry, in pursuit of a black market kidney. This true-story adventure features
a wacky cast of characters, including Larry’s questionable mail-order bride, outrageous dialogue and some tender moments between
the most unlikely characters. Rose keeps the reader turning the pages as
the story travels across the underbelly of a foreign country. “Larry’s Kidney” proves that indeed, truth can be stranger than fiction! Co-sponsored by
Katz & Korin.

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Annabelle Gurwitch & Jeff Kahn: You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up: A Love Story
Sat, Nov 6, 7 pm  |  Register
Sometimes all it takes to preserve a marriage is a little love peppered with humor and washed down with a healthy dose of Pinot Noir. This comedic couple relay hysterically funny as well as emotionally poignant stories about the trials and tribulations of relationships and childrearing.  Many a truth lies inside the humor, making this book a must-read for anybody wanting to be or already in a relationship. Co-sponsored by Susan L. Cahn and Shaarey Tefilla Sisterhood.

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Nourishing our Neighbors with  
Robert Egger: Food for Thought
Sun, Nov 7, 1 pm    |  Free  |  Register
One man, one loud voice for change. Egger is brilliant, entertaining and one of our country’s leading proponents for change. Indy’s own Second Helpings is modeled after Egger’s revolutionary DC Central Kitchen operation. This interactive event in partnership with Second Helpings features keynote speaker Robert Egger and other informed speakers, short films and open discussion to inspire change within our own community. Co-sponsored by Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation and Indiana Living Green magazine. 

Please bring a 10-lb. can of tomato products as a donation to Second Helpings. In partnership with Spirit & Place Festival.

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Carey Goldberg: Three Wishes: The True Story
of Good Friends, Crushing Heartbreak, and Astonishing Luck on Our Way to Love
and Motherhood
Mon, Nov 8, 7 pm  |  Register
Think of “Three Wishes” as a true story about three women and a sperm. It is also a funny and heart-warming story of friendship, love, heartbreak, luck and babies…all while the clock is ticking. What more could you ask for?

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Storytime with Bubbe & Zayde
Tues., November 9, Noon  |  Free  |  Register
An intergenerational lunchtime story hour for children, their grandparents and parents.

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Clara Silverstein: A White House Garden Cookbook: Healthy Ideas from the
First Family to Your Family
Wed, Nov 10, 7 pm  |  Register
Eeeeewwww, spinach! How do you get your kids to eat their greens? Clara Silverstein makes food an adventure, a story rich in history and just plain fun for the entire family. First Lady Michelle Obama and the White House garden have gotten to the root of the matter through community gardens that are inspiring children and providing nourishment from soil to tables nationwide. Sponsored by the Center for Urban Ecology at Butler University and co-sponsored by Indiana Living Green Magazine.

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Mickey's Corner with Michael Feinstein
Thurs, Nov 11, 7 pm  |  $25 / $15 Members 
1 ticket  |  2 tickets  |  3 tickets  |  4 tickets
Famed singer Michael Feinstein graces the stage at the JCC in the next installment of Mickey’s Corner. Feinstein concerts regularly sell out around the country—don’t miss this opportunity to meet him! 
                                Sponsored by Katz, Sapper & Miller.


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Screening: The First Basket
Sat, November 13, 7 pm |  Register
The first NBA basket was shot by the least likely player in the game. Find out who he was and how his remarkable story influenced the NBA games we watch today. This award-winning documentary features interviews with basketball legends Red Auerbach, Red Holzman and many others. Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank and co-sponsored by Marlo and Todd Katz.


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Rabbi Jill Jacobs: There Shall Be
No Needy: Pursuing Social Justice
through Jewish Law and Tradition in conversation with Dr. David Craig
Sun, November 14, 7 pm |  Register
Rabbi Jacobs confronts the most pressing issues of 21st century America, including the economy, poverty, housing and health care, by bringing classical Jewish sources into dialogue with contemporary policy debates and the stories of real-life working people. Dr. David Craig, IUPUI Associate Professor of Religious Studies with a focus on ethics and religious values in health care reform, will moderate a timely and relevant discussion with Rabbi Jacobs. Sponsored by Beth-El Zedeck and JCRC.

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Kai Bird: Crossing Mandelbaum Gate: Coming of Age Between the Arabs and Israelis, 1956–1978
Mon, Nov 15, 7 pm |  Register
Pulitzer Prize-winning Kai Bird knows all too well the “dangers and seductions of the Middle East.”  Raised in the Middle East among Israelis, Jordanians, Saudi Arabians, Lebanese and Egyptians, this American offers empathetic insights into the lives and perceptions he experienced on both sides of Mandelbaum Gate, the only passageway permitted between Jews and Arabs in Jerusalem. Co-sponsored by Hadassah.

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Judith Martin: Miss Manner’s Guide
to a Surprisingly Dignified Wedding
and Wedding Festival
Tues, November 16, 6 pm |  Register
Is it possible to create a tasteful and affordable wedding? Judith Martin, the woman you know as Miss Manners, shows how tasteful doesn’t have to mean expensive. Her new
book is a Q&A on how to craft the perfect and memorable
wedding without breaking the bank and exhausting yourself  and your family. Sponsored by MG Photography. Before and after Miss Manners speaks, explore our Wedding Festival.

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Denis Ryan Kelly, Jr.: Holy Lands,
Journeys of a Pilgrim Artist
October 26-December 19
Photography from four continents of the world seeking out people of prayer and places of holiness. Co-sponsored by Wendy and Phil Larman. Click here for more information.

Opening Reception, free and open to the public
Wed, October 27, 5:30-7:30 pm
Meet the artist and join us for refreshments,
and enjoy music by IAM String Trio.