Arthur Koestler (September 5, 1905 – March 1, 1983) was an Austro-Hungarian-born author and journalist. Koestler was born in Budapest and was educated in Austria, apart from his early school years. In 1931, Koestler joined the Communist Party of Germany but resigned in 1938 after becoming disillusioned with Stalinism. [Wikipedia]
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Sometimes, I would forget and respond that the person asking for forgiveness could never do anything to hurt me on purpose. Then I am reminded that it is that time of year when we apologize, and when I say they are forgiven, I usually get a huge hug, which is a good start for the new year. [Cailin Acosta]
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This is an incisive history of the Ravensbrück Concentration Camp from the perspective of two female prisoners who defied their Nazi captors and became lovers. [Donald H. Harrison]
Miss Douffet is employed by the Preservation Trust, an historic concern that provides tours around London. Fustian house, though historic, has a lackluster story, that is, until Lettice spices it up. Her imagination and her desire to “improve upon history when necessary” is not appreciated by everyone. [Eva Trieger]
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The Hollywood Bowl performance in August marked the final stop of the “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” Farewell Tour, which spanned over 69 shows worldwide. Cyndi Lauper’s choice to end her touring career was rooted in gratitude and honesty: she wanted to celebrate on her own terms, surrounded by music, friends, and fans. [Michael Adam Cohen]
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This novel is an account of the cruelty that a chimpanzee experiences when captured in Cameroon and selected for rigorous training to be the first ape in space. [Donald H. Harrison]
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In a telephone interview, Redman shared that he felt compelled to share Louis Rose’s story in the wake of October 7th. He saw value in bringing forth a positive Jewish story as negativity and antisemitism are on the rise. Through some networking with Sean Boyd, first-time playwright, Redman, garnered the support he needed to pen Thorn and Petal. [Eva Trieger]
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“Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns 2026” was not just a concert. It became a multidimensional experience where music served as the architecture of joy, where every horn, every note, and every harmonic convergence connected the audience to the infinite. [Michael Adam Cohen]
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When asked which one of her paintings is her favorite, Mizrahi pointed out one of mountains titled “Summit.” She was on vacation at Mammoth Mountain and got the inspiration to paint when she got home. Mizrahi doesn’t focus on just one genre; if she feels like painting a landscape, then she does, if she feels like painting something in space or cosmos, then she does, which makes her art unique in spanning different genres. [Cailin Acosta]
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The “Documentary Hypothesis” originated when Jean Astruc (1684–1766) claimed he could identify the sources of the Bible by examining its use of divine names. His approach was later expanded by Julius Wellhausen (1844-1918), who identified four primary sources (J, E, D, and P) that he believed were combined to form the Pentateuch, also known as the Five Books of Moses. He based his theory in part on the consistent use of the names Elohim and Y-h-v-h in what he considered four writings by four different authors or groups. [Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin]
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Alan Jay Lerner (August 31, 1918 – June 14, 1986) was an American lyricist and librettist. [Wikipedia]
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Illustrated by Lily Almeida, this paperback chronicles Levy’s remarkable five-decade career as a Levantine archaeologist, weaving a rich narrative that blends autobiography with groundbreaking discoveries in the ancient Near East. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Great Jewish Violinists: the first of this coming season’s “Treasures from the Music Collection of the Astor Judaica Library” presentations, will take place Thursday, Sept. 4, 2:00-3:30 p.m. in the library of the Lawrence Family JCC. I will be introducing the twelve artists who will be heard in recorded selections from the violin repertoire. [Eileen Wingard]
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Some conversations feel like pure magic, illuminating, warm, and timeless. Sitting with Judy Collins, the iconic folk legend, is exactly that. She has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a steadfast commitment to social activism. [Michael Adam Cohen]
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