Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff 14 Percent Increase Reported in Fund Drive Southwestern Jewish Press, April 15, 1955, Pages 1, 3 With a determination by all campaign leaders and workers to obtain a minimum 25 percent increase, the 1955 Campaign of the United Jewish Fund was launched at the “Kick Off” Dinner on […]
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San Diego Calendar, San Diego CountyPOWAY, California (Press Release)—The 2nd Annual San Diego Jewish Food Festival (SDJFF) on is happening Sunday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., located at 15905 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA. Admission at the door is $3.00 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Pre-registration tickets are available on-line at www.sdJewishFoodFest.com for $3
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff T.I. Sisterhood Slates Family Night Apr. 17 Southwestern Jewish Press, April 1, 1955, Page 15 “Fun and food” will be featured at the Tifereth Israel Sisterhood Family night on Sunday, April 17, 1955, at the Synagogue Recreation Center, announced Betty Feller, general chairman for the evening. The home-made
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Adventures in SD History, San Diego CountySAN DIEGO — San Diego Jewish World is delighted to recommend two Democratic members of our Jewish community for your consideration on the November 2 ballot: State Assemblyman Marty Block for reelection in the 78th Assembly District , and former State Assemblyman Howard Wayne for the open 6th District of the San Diego City Council. Both
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By Carol Davis SAN DIEGO– South African Playwright Athol Fugard’s Road to Mecca is currently being mounted on the Lyceum Stage at The San Diego Repertory Theatre. Fugard’s beautifully written drama stars Kandis Chappell (Helen), Amanda Sitton (Elsa) and Armin Shimerman (Marius Byleveld) who are all at their peak. Associate artistic director Todd Salovey directs
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ENCINITAS, California (Press Release) – The Women’s Auxiliary of Seacrest Village Retirement Communities held a special ladies’ luncheon on Thursday, October 7, featuring expert speakers that explored “Alternatives to Plastic Surgery.” Topics included Accent XL Laser, ReFirme™ Skin Tightening, Harmony™ Laser, Elos™ Skin Rejuvenation, injectibles such as Botox and dermal fillers, permanent makeup and micro
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff All Military Personnel Afforded Passover Sedorim Southwestern Jewish Press, April 1, 1955, Page 13 All Jewish military personnel and their dependents stationed in the San Diego and Camp Pendleton areas are assured attendance at traditional Passover sedorim on Wednesday, April 6th, it was announced today by Morris W.
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Adventures in SD History, San Diego CountyCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Beautiful Swimming Pool at Highland Springs Southwestern Jewish Press, April 1, 1955, Page 10 In addition to its policy of a complete family vacation, Highland Springs is inaugurating a Camp Plan for children from 8 thru 14 years. It will be in conjunction with the regular accommodations of
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Adventures in SD History, San Diego CountyCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff New Lamp and Shade Shop Is Distinctive Southwestern Jewish Press, April 1, 1955, Page 7 Before purchasing a lamp, it is advisable to look over the stock of Rametta Lamps, at 4028 El Cajon Blvd. Prior to opening his shop, Mr. Rametta toured San Diego and noted that
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By Carol Davis SAN DIEGO— Neil Simon and The Old Globe have had a good working relationship over the years. There was a time when Simon tried out some of his new works (Jake’s Women, Rumors) before taking them to Broadway. Last year Executive Producer Lou Spisto announced that The Old Globe would be
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CORONADO, California (Press Release)– The Agency for Jewish Education has announced the lineup of its Mandelbaum Family Lecture Series. Lawrence Baron, SDSU, will kickoff the monthly series. Baron’s lecture will take place in the Winn Room of the Coronado Library on Oct. 20 at 10:30 am. His lecture is titled, “Haven from the Holocaust: Oswego,
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By Carol Davis SAN DIEGO –One thing about the musical revue Smokey Joe’s Café there isn’t much not to like about it. For those of you who might never heard the names Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, for sure you’ve heard their music. Think “Hound Dog”, “Stand by Me”, “There Goes My Baby”, “Jailhouse Rock”, “Fools
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By Carol Davis SAN DIEGO — The Old Globe theatre complex is a busy place these days. The Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage is hosting Neil Simon’s Brighton Beach Memoirs and Broadway Bound (to be reviewed) in repertory and the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre is mounting the west coast premiere showing of Pulitzer
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Lasker Lodge News Southwestern Jewish Press, April 1, 1955, Page 3 By Lou Levitz Lasker Lodge’s annual Father and Child’s Night is being planned this year for the first Monday in May. It will be manned by Sam Bennett and Herb Reder. Local TV talent will entertain. As
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