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15 January 2016
In Honor of Michele Cohn-Tocci, a distinguished member of the American Sephardi Federation’s Board of Directors and President of The David Berg Foundation, whose generous support made Sephardic Journeys possible
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Jewish patriot joins South Carolina legislature, Jan. 11, 1775
By Andrew Glass, Politico
 
Francis Salvador was a Sephardi Jew whose family emigrated from mainland England to the American colonies in the 18th century. On 11 January 1775, Salvador became the first Jew to be elected to an American colonial legislature, only to become the first Jewish soldier killed in the American War of Independence soon thereafter, when ambushed by Cherokees and British loyalists.

The originally Sephardic Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, the second oldest synagogue in AmericaCharleston, South Carolina (Photo courtesy of the Historic American Buildings Survey - Library of Congress

İştipol Synagogue (pre-restoration), Istanbul, Turkey (Photo courtesy of

Sevim Ateş)
Ottoman-era synagogue in Istanbul reopens with Teffila
Ousama Saki, Hurriyet Daily News

The İştipol Synagogue, originally established at the end of the 17th century, closed its doors 65 years ago. On 8 January, the synagogue reopened, and after the Morning Prayer service, Turkey's Chief Rabbi, Ishak Haleva, celebrated the event in broadly ecumenical terms: “It is our responsibility to protect this holy place. Let’s come to all places of worship including this to express our gratitude to God for his mercy and beauty.”
Feature of the Week: Sephardic Journeys in Google Cultural Institute


Patrons reviewing ASF’s collection during Sephardic Journeys: An Evening of Exploration, an event that celebrated the launch of the eponymous exhibit in The David Berg Rare Book Room,  28 May 2015 (Photo Courtesy of Aron Biel)
 
Google’s Cultural Institute has published an online version of Sephardic Journeys, a Center for Jewish History with American Sephardi Federation exhibit that was on view in The David Berg Rare Book Room from April to June 2015. 
 
Sephardim were driven—sometimes by choice, too frequently by force—to transcend borders and barriers. The rare books and artifacts in Sephardic Journeys reflect a rich scholarly tradition and invite reflection upon the physical, emotional, and spiritual journeys of Jewish history. 

 
Follow in their footsteps by clicking here
How Israel went from a culinary desert to gourmet destination
By Sona Bahadur, The Indian Express
 
In 1948, food was rationed in Israel. Today, the Jewish State is at the cutting age of a “culinary revolution.” How was it possible for “Israel [to] go from culinary desert to gourmet destination in such little time?” Israel's technological ingenuity overcame the problem of scarcity, while the country’s amazing diversity made for an eclectic mix in the kitchen: “Sephardic Jews… brought stuffed vegetables and bourekas. Ashkenazi Jews… brought bagels and rugelach; and Mizrahi Jews … brought spicy dishes like shakshouka. Their cooking styles co-mingled with the Arabic dishes of the Middle East… to create a true melting pot.”

Shakshouka, prepared with bell peppers, tomatoes, eggs, and spices (Photo courtesy of Calliopejen1/Wikimedia)
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The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

January 17th, 19th, and 21st

at The Center for Jewish History 
15 West 16th Street, New York, NY 
 
Back by popular demand, the American Sephardi Federation invites you to David Serero’s The Merchant of Venice. Playing to sold-out shows in the summer, the French-Moroccan baritone opera singer once again directs and stars (as Shylock) in his Sephardi adaptation of Shakespeare’s play about love, commerce, and bigotry.  Featuring a diverse cast and Sephardi music. Opening night is on January 17th. 

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here to buy tickets

 
Come visit ASF’s Leon Levy Gallery at The Center for Jewish History (15 West 16th Street) to view our new exhibition: “Baghdadis & The Bene Israel in Bollywood & Beyond: Indian Jews in the Movies”
on display now through March 2016

Click here for viewing hours and additional information
The American Sephardi Federation invites you to experience 

THE POMEGRANATE CARD

Your Cardholder Benefits Include: 

  • Subscription to the print edition of The Sephardi Report, a magazine that shines a light on contemporary Sephardi creativity and excellence in the arts, scholarship, entrepreneurship, rabbinic thought, and philanthropy
     
  • Subscription to Sephardi Ideas Monthly and Sephardi World Weekly
     
  • Invitations to special events across the country  
     
  • Reduced ticket prices and back-stage access at the upcoming 19th NY Sephardic Jewish Film Festival
     
  • Discounts at Sephardi businesses around the world, including restaurants, salons, and boutiques
Reserve your card now:

$72

($54 tax-deductible)



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