Thursday, November 9 -
Sunday, November 12
opArt Makes a Mark, 7:45 p.m.
Don’t miss this fun and humorous interactive presentation discussing how art enriches our lives. Mordechai will display works created for the Pope, Isaac Stern, Ron Perlman, Yitzhak Shamir, the Clintons, the Bushes, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and others. Appropriate for teens and adults.
"The Hebrew alphabet is the very essence of the art of Mordechai. His love of these forms is evident in every work of art he creates. Using vibrant shapes and colors, he has enhanced synagogues and numerous commercial and private estates throughout the country. From vivid tapestries to murals, silk prints to stained glass and more, Judaica lives through the art of Mordechai."
Mordechai Rosenstein is a world-famous artist and calligrapher who creates Jewish Art for homes, synagogues, and agencies throughout the world. He combines his interests in Judaica and painting to give a contemporary meaning to the art of Hebrew calligraphy. During his visit from November 9 to November 12, he’ll lead a variety of exciting programs for all ages.
Thursday, November 9 & Friday, November 10
It Takes a Congregation
Stop by the shul to meet the artist and add a brushstroke to a unique piece of art Mordechai is creating especially for us.
Thursday, November 9, 7:45 p.m.:
Art Makes a Mark
Don’t miss this fun and humorous interactive presentation discussing how art enriches our lives. Mordechai will display works created for the Pope, Isaac Stern, Ron Perlman, Yitzhak Shamir, the Clintons, the Bushes, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and others. Appropriate for teens and adults.
Friday November 10, Shabbat:
5:45 p.m.: Shabbat Dinner ($) REGISTRATION FOR THE DINNER IS CLOSED. All other events for the evening are free and open to the public.
6:45 p.m.: Shorashim Tot Shabbat
7:00 p.m.: My Journey as an Artist with Mordechai Rosenstein
(a simultaneous youth program will be available)
8:00 p.m.: Services
CSI Israel: The Mystery of Ancient Synagogue Art
Join Rabbi Grossman for this participatory mini-exploration of some of the most surprising images found in Israel's ancient synagogues.
Saturday November 11, Shabbat:
9:30 a.m.: Services
Torah Paints the Picture
Mordechai Rosenstein will present a special D'var Torah on how the week's Torah parsha relates to art. Light Kiddush lunch to follow with a Q&A session with Mordechai.
Saturday November 11, 8:00 p.m.:
Pinot & Painting Fundraiser ($)
The popular paint night social event comes to Beth Shalom (for teens and adults!). Bring your friends to this extraordinary program led by Mordechai and head home with a work of art of your very own! Cost includes art supplies, wine, non-alcoholic beverages and appetizers. Babysitting available for $18/child with advanced registration.
Sunday November 12, 10:00 a.m.:
Secrets of the Hebrew Alphabet
Mordechai bids farewell to Beth Shalom with a joint parent/student program held during Religious School. More information to follow.
All events are free of charge, except where indicated with a $.