Welcome to the Mizel Museum July 2010 M! News. |
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Teaching Awareness and Respect through Jewish Life and Culture, Immigration, Art, Lessons of the Holocaust, Bridges of Understanding, Exhibitions and Workshops.    WHERE WE ARE 400 S. Kearney St. Denver, CO 80224 303.394.9993 www.mizelmuseum.org SPONSORS 
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| Above: Campers show off their projects from "Our Place in Space" camp with Artist-in-Residence Monica Aiello. | ||
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Presented by the Mizel Museum and Temple Emanuel Summer Outdoor Israeli Film Series It's Complicated: Love Journeys JULY 8 —The Syrian Bride JULY 22 —Turn Left at the End of the World AUG 12 —The Little Traitor All films begin at dusk (8:45 pm) on the Mizel Museum Lawn $6/person [ or two for $10 ] | Bring a chair or blanket Comprised of a mélange of native and immigrant communities, contemporary Israeli culture is a dynamic and vibrant mosaic of diverse cultural traditions and nuances. The films selected for the Israeli Film Series reflect the cultural diversity of Israel and the complex, passionate relationships that inevitably result from the country’s unique social and political history. Films contain adult content. Call 303-394-9993 ext. 107 for more information [ More Information ] |
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Creative Journey Summer
Artist-in-Residence/Mentor Camps For full full camp descriptions, download the 2010 camp brochure. July 12 — "Art Trek to Israel" July 19 — "Destination Freedom Radio Days" July 19 — "How the West Was Fun!" (Offered in cooperation with Four Mile Historic Park) July 26— "Down-to-Earth Clay Creation" There's still time to register for August Camps! Aug. 2 — "Me & My Shadow: The World of Shadow Puppets" Aug. 9 — "The Musical Tent" Aug. 16 — "Jewish Journeys Around the World: On the Road Again!" Call Jan C. Nadav at 303-394-9993 ext. 103 See and read more about Creative Journeys Summer Camps on the museum BLOG...Watch a video with donnie betts! [ More Information ] |
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The Mizel Museum and Congregation Kohelet present Ann Lederer Art Exhibition Opens July 21 Opening Night Reception with the Artist July 21 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm Congretation Kohelet, 428 S. Forest St., Denver Ann Lederer is a silk painter, photographer, cross-cultural consultant, and community activist. Ann works with the natural beauty and energy of a moment to capture the spontaneity and essence of a client, theme or the medium and image. Her work includes wall hangings such as the "Tree of Life" which hangs in the sancturary of Congegation B'nai Havurah and "Aylee, Aylee," on display at Hillel, University of Denver. Call 303-394-9993 ext. 107 for more information. [ More Information ] |
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 Please fill out the volunteer application form before attending the July 15 orientation at the Mizel Museum and RSVP. |
Mizel Museum presents Volunteer Orientation: Thursday, July 15 Volunteering with the Mizel Museum is a chance to make a difference in your life and in the lives of others. Opportunities for sharing your time and talents will increase as our new, fascinating, permanent exhibit comes alive Fall 2010. New and returning volunteers should plan to attend the orientation where the new schedule and varied opportunities will be described. Join the journey now by contacting museum volunteer coordinator, Tia Amdurer, at 303-394-9993 x 108, to discuss your interests. [ More Information ] |
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Volunteer for the Denver JCC Maccabi Games "Day of Caring and Sharing"
Training session, July 7 at JCC, 350 Dahlia St. On "The Day of Caring and Sharing," the Mizel Museum will sponsor the creation of murals for the internationally recognized, Art Miles Mural. With the help of Mizel Museum Advisory Board Member and artist, Bruce Gomez, the mural will be painted by visiting teen athletes. Volunteers can also help paint shoes for the "Shoes of Hope" project. Mizel Museum Volunteer date is August 4 Location: Augustana Luthern Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave. Contact Jan C. Nadav at 303-394-9993 ext. 103 to volunteer, or Tia Amdurer at 303-394-9993 ext. 108 [ More Information ] |
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Mizel Museum Artist Alliance and
Niza Knoll Gallery present the METAV —The Best 1st Annual Art Exhibition June 10 - July 5, 2010 Niza Knoll Gallery | 915 Santa Fe Dr. | Denver, CO 80204 Exhibit & Reception at the Gallery — Friday, June 18 Niza Knoll Gallery | 303.953.1789 | www.nizaknollgallery.com Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm First and Third Friday 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Call 303-953-1789 for Sunday Hours [ More Information ] |
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CALL FOR OBJECTS The Mizel Museum is seeking objects, artifacts and contemporary artwork for its new, permanent exhibition, 4,000 Year Road Trip: Gathering Sparks, slated for opening Fall 2010. Mizel Museum curator, Georgina Kolber, is searching for privately owned Jewish objects, Jewish artifacts and or contemporary Jewish artwork to enhance an exciting new exhibition about Jewish life and culture that will bring cultural awareness to local citizens and visitors. The museum is particularly interested in ritual objects about Torah stories, haggadot or sidurrim of unusual derivation, Jewish pioneer pieces and unique objects that tell the story of the Jewish Diaspora. Please contact Georgina Kolber at 303-394-9993 ext. 107. [ More Information ] |
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Studio Painting Classes with Boris Shoshensky in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor Evening Class Wednesdays, call 303.394.9993 ext. 103 Summer Session II: Wednesday, July 14 through Aug 18 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | $125 Daytime Class Tuesdays, call 303.394.9993 ext. 103 Summer Session II: Tuessdays: June 20 - August 24 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | $150 Call Jan C. Nadav at 303-394-9993 ext. 103 for a supply list and for more information about drop-ins. [ More Information ] |
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Jewish Meditation Group with Rabbi Stephen Booth-Nadav Sunday, July 11, 18, and August 1 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Mizel Museum | 400 S. Kearney St. Join us as we learn, share and practice meditation techniques. All are welcome! [ More Information ] |
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Lisa Eller Davis Contemplative Hatha Yoga in the Kripaulu Tradition Classes are held on Tuesdays 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm Classes are at the Mizel Museum with Lisa Eller Davis, Registered Yoga Teacher. Cost $15 drop-ins, or pre-pay $56 classes for 4 classes. Please bring your own yoga mat. Call 303-394-9993 ext. 104 for more information. [ Email Lisa Eller Davis ] |
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Tikkun Olam: Repairing the World Art installation by Christy Honigman A Traveling Exhibition of the Mizel Museum Call for details about the current exhibit location. Call 303-394-9993 ext. 103 for information about the exhibit. [ More Information ] |
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