Seeking peace, justice and reconciliation in the Middle East



Sacred Jewish and Muslim Music of the Middle East



  Saturday, March 20th 2010

  8:00 PM

  East Bay Jewish Community Center (Map)














A Concert with The Yuval Ron Ensemble featuring, Dervish Aziz
Pre-Concert Public talk 7:00 - 7:30 pm


World-music artist, composer, producer, educator and peace activist, Yuval Ron and his ensemble unite the sacred music traditions of Judaism, Sufism and the Armenian Church. This special performance will feature the mystical, whirling dance of, Mevlavi Dervish Aziz.

$25 general / $20 seniors, students and JCC members.

Purchase tickets at www.jewishmusicfestival.org


Women's Seder



  Tuesday, March 23rd 2010

  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  San Francisco State University: Cesar Chavez Student Center, Rosa Parks A-C














Presented by JIMENA, Hillel, Lambda Chi Mu, Delta Kappa Sigma, and Phi Sigma Sigma

Join JIMENA as we lead a Mizrahi Women's Seder that celebrates the importance of freedom in modern society. Regina Waldman will open the Seder by discussing the significance of Pesach and the importance of freedom for Mizrahi Jewish women.

$15 per person, RSVP with Sarah Levin at sarahlevin@jimena.org by March 19th. Space is limited.


Tour to Morocco



  May 26th, 2010 - June 6th, 2010















JIMENA members are eligible to receive a discount on a mystical journey through Morocco, led by Dror Sinai & Rhythm Fusion. Travelers will explore the rich culture and ancient civilization of Morocco by visiting sacred sites throughout the country.

Extended itinerary options for the Sacred Music Festival of Fes.

For more details, including full itinerary please visit here.