2008
May 2008
Thursday 1 May 2008
Thu 1 May. In The Open Lens and Borowsky Galleries - Sunday, April 6th 12:00 PM - August 15th Acclaimed documentary photographer Stephen Shames brings back images of children whose lives have been indelibly changed by civil war and AIDS. Many are now in school thanks to Shames’ efforts. Opening event includes discussions with Shames and African experts Elliot Fratkin and Joanne Corbin, a performance by Ugandan artists, and reception. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Saturday 3 May 2008
Sat 3 May. Bowerbird at The Gershman - Against All Odds Gershman Thursday, February 28th 8:00 PM - May 3rd Link to Webform Text An ongoing concert series co-sponsored by Bowerbird, a local organization that presents artists working in composed, electronic and electroacoustic music, free improvisation, and other creative, genre-defying forms. Join us for some of the most innovative musicians you’ll hear perform in Philadelphia. Each concert: $10, tickets only available at the door. Saturday, May 3, 8:00 pm. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Sunday 4 May 2008
Sun 4 May. Gershman Sunday, May 4th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Link to Webform Text The Joseph P. Sobo Sunday Brunch Series In the context of a loss as profound and devastating as the Holocaust, how can Jews understand so-called ordinary personal loss – that of a parent, child, spouse, friend? Laura Levitt, Director of Jewish Studies at Temple University, weaves together her own family stories as a way to examine private, personal loss next to public, community loss. $15 advance/$20 door, includes brunch. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Wednesday 14 May 2008
Wed 14 May. Gershman Interactive programs offering artists and writers an opportunity to present new memoir or documentary-based works or works-in-progress. Artists of all levels of experience and from all media are invited to submit work– for details, visit salons. Wednesday, February 13 Wednesday, March 12 Wednesday, April 9 Wednesday, May 14. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [email][events]
Saturday 17 May 2008
Sat 17 May. Saturday, May 17th 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Celebs from local ABC, NBC, CBS, CN8 & Fox affiliates compete in a dance challenge while paired with professional dancers from local studios. Hosted by George De la Pena, principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre and Broadway star. Confirmed celebs include Kerri-Lee Halkett, John Bolaris, Connie Colla, Greg Coy and more to come Tickets: $125 includes dessert & champagne reception To purchase tickets call 800-595-4849. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [email][events]