Singapore’s Sephardic Success: An Interview with Nash Benjamin
[ad_1] In Honor of “The Sassoons” an exquisite exhibition through 13 August at the Jewish Museum. Click here to dedicate a future issue in honor or memory of a loved one The American Sephardi Federation’s Sephardi Ideas Monthly is a continuing series of essays and interviews from the rich, multi-dimensional world of Sephardi thought and culture […]
A Sephardi Sage’s Timely Thoughts on The Festival of Freedom
[ad_1] Pesaj Allegra חג פסח כשר ושמח عيد الفصح المبارك From your friends at In honor of Passover, the ASF’s Sephardi World Weekly is pleased to offer the following “Letter from the Land of Israel”: The holiday of Passover is often called “The Festival of Freedom,” and it’s easy to understand why. Commemorating Israel’s emancipation from Egypt’s “House […]
The Meaning of Mimouna! | The American Sephardi Federation
[ad_1] In Memory of the American Sephardi Federation’s Vice President Florence Amzallag-Tatistcheff, A”H, a proud and elegant Moroccan Lady, a force of character who championed the classic Moroccan Sephardic tradition, the vibrancy of the Judeo-Moroccan heritage, and the cause of coexistence through her early and invaluable support of Association Mimouna ~ Elmehdi Boudra (President, Association Mimouna) […]
25th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival Lineup: Exciting Dramas, Powerful Documentaries, Timeless Classics, and Must-See Romantic Comedies – only at the ASF
[ad_1] Opening on 7 May, the 25th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival (NYSJFF) is showcasing a rich collection of incredibly relevant films from different eras and areas of the world to the ASF at the Center for Jewish History. Each in their own genre and style, these films—including seven NY, North American, and World premieres—not […]
The American Sephardi Federation Announces the Pomegranate Award 2023 Recipients
[ad_1] The American Sephardi Federation is pleased to announce the names of the Recipients of the 2023 Pomegranate Awards, and which will be awarded in conjunction with the 25th ASF New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival, May 7th – 11th at the Center for Jewish History. The beautiful and prestigious Pomegranate Award, sculpted by renowned Baghdad-born artist Oded […]
Ghiora Aharoni – Selected Works for The Pomegranate Award Installation
[ad_1] Ghiora Aharoni, a world-renowned Israeli-born Yemenite artist and designer, will be receiving the 1st ASF “Pomegranate Award for Art, Design, and Architecture” at Opening Night of the 25th NY Sephardic Jewish Film Festival on 8 May. Through his work, Aharoni challenges social norms and explores dualities, such as the intersection of religion and science, […]
Jazz-Age Shanghai’s Surprising Sephardi Significance
[ad_1] In commemoration of Memorial Day, the American Sephardi Federation honors the members of the United States Armed Forces who have faithfully served the cause of liberty, and extends our deepest sympathies and prayers to the families of the fallen. In every generation American Sephardi patriots have served and sacrificed for freedom! Click here to dedicate […]
The Farhud: A Passionate & Piercingly Sharp Poetic Tribute
[ad_1] In Memory of the more than 1,000 victims (including 120 poisoned patients, as revealed by ASF VP Carole Basri) of the Farhud, the two-day, Nazi-instigated attack on Babylonian Jewry that took place 82 years ago on 1-2 June 1941 at Baghdad, Iraq. Click here to dedicate a future issue in honor or memory of a loved one As […]