Sephardic Roots
A group of young artists, writers and musicians discuss their generation’s connection to its Sephardic roots in an event titled Young Artists Exploring Our Heritage: A Journey Where Art Meets History. The panel discussion, moderated by the Forward’s art and culture editor, Alana Newhouse, features Michael Jay Cohen, Michelle Ishay-Cohen, Vanessa Hidary and Galeet Dardashti. The American Sephardi Federation sponsors the talk.
Center for Jewish History, 15 W. 16th St.; May 15, 7 p.m.; $10, $5 ASF members and students. (212-868-4444 or www.smartix.com)
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