Sephardic Studies
Cántame una romansa: Memory, Family History, and Sephardic Ballads in Seattle
Dr. Rina Benmayor is an expert in oral history at Cal State Monterrey Bay. In 1973, Rina Benmayor came to Seattle to
40th Anniversary Gala
Thomson 317, UW Campus 2023 Skagit Lane, Seattle, WA, United StatesBe there as UW Jewish Studies celebrates four decades of innovation and excellence at the University of Washington!
Graduate Fellows Spring Research Symposium
Thomson 317, UW Campus 2023 Skagit Lane, Seattle, WA, United StatesThe future of Jewish Studies scholarship will be on display at the Stroum Center's second annual Spring Research Symposium, featuring the 2013-14 class of Jewish
A Legacy of Sephardic, Mediterranean, and American Recipes
University Book Store 4326 University Way NE, Seattle, WA, United StatesAs a child, Rachel Almeleh learned to cook family recipes passed down through generations of her Sephardic ancestors. Today, she shares those recipes with others through her Seattle-area business, Rachel's Sephardic Delicacies, and in her new cookbook A Legacy of Sephardic, Mediterranean, and American Recipes.
Lunch and Learn with Shalom Sabar
University of Washington Thomson Hall 317, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Prof. Shalom Sabar as he examines visual works by Jewish, Christian and Muslim artists that depict the Binding of Isaac story.
Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom: Ladino Songs Renewed with Guy Mendilow Ensemble
Ethnic Cultural Theater 3940 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WAA sonic adventure brought to life by the Guy Mendilow Ensemble, an award-winning quintet of world-class musicians with members hailing from Israel, Palestine, Argentina, Japan, and the USA.
Baladino in Concert at SJCC
With its members hailing from Berlin and Tel Aviv, Baladino is a Mediterranean folk band that offers fresh, yet deeply authentic interpretations of Sephardic and
3rd Annual International Ladino Day
Kane Hall 130 4069 Spokane Lane, Seattle, WA, United StatesThe Third Annual International Ladino Day Celebration at the University of Washington
STUDENTS ONLY: Sephardic Hanukkah Party
Hillel UW 4745 17th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, USA student-only Hanukkah party incorporating aspects of Sephardic culture.
Syrian Jews in Brooklyn: How Their Sabbath Morning Music Reflects Their Arab History and Culture
Ethnic Cultural Center 3931 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA, USFor hundreds of years Syrian Jewish prayer has incorporated the melodies and musical styles of Arab culture.
SJFF Sephardic Film Highlight: Bulgarian Rhapsody
AMC Pacific Place 600 Pine Street, Seattle, WA, United StatesA sweet and visually stunning tale of Sephardic life, first love, and friendship in a time of war.
Jewish Salonica Book Launch with Prof. Devin Naar
UW Tower Auditorium 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin the Stroum Center for an exciting book launch event, as Prof. Naar highlights the diverse experiences of Jewish Salonica, a lost religious, linguistic, and national minority at the crossroads of Europe and the Middle East.
“Oriental Neighbors” Discussion with Prof. Moshe Naor
Thomson 317, UW Campus 2023 Skagit Lane, Seattle, WA, United StatesBook talk with Prof. Moshe Naor
4th Annual International Ladino Day
Kane Hall 120 4069 Spokane Ln, Seattle, WA, US4th Annual International Ladino Day Celebration at the University of Washington.
5th Annual International Ladino Day: Yasmin Levy in Concert
Stroum Jewish Community Center 3801 East Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA, United StatesCelebrate Ladino language and Sephardic culture in this concert with singer Yasmin Levy, which will be followed by a Q&A with Prof. Devin Naar.