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Sunday, October 19

PJ Library Story Walk at the Nature Center

El Dorado Nature Center

1:00PM

Join PJ Library of Greater Long Beach for a Story Walk at the El Dorado Nature Center. In honor of Rosh Hashanah, we will read Today is the Birthday of the World as we take a walk through the nature center. Please meet outside the amphitheater and bring water and any snacks you may want. Parking $7.

For further information, contact Megan Donaldson at (562) 426-7601 Ext. 1014

Wed, Thur, Sat, Sunday October 22-26

Long Beach Jewish Film Festival

Alpert Jewish Community Center

Featuring the best in Jewish-themed films from around the world. Featuring: The Outrageous Sophie Tucker (10/22 Annual Community Campaign Opening Night), Eichmann's Fate (10/23), The Other Son (10/25), Run Boy Run (10/26), and Fill the Void (10/26).

Visit www.alpertjcc.org to purchase tickets and for more information.

Wednesday, October 29

Hadassah Presents "Global Anti-Semitism Today"

Alpert Jewish Community Center

7:00PM

Melissa Carr, Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League, will speak on Global Anti-Semitism Today. The community is cordially invited.

Wednesday, October 29

Jews & Baseball

Alpert Jewish Community Center

7:30PM

Jews in the United States have had a long-standing love affair with America's national pastime. Dr. Don Schwartz of CSULB will explore the roots of that affection and highlight Jewish participation in the game.