Building on the success of past Israel Independence day commemorations, the Jewish Federation of the Sacramento Region presents the 2010 Jewish Heritage Festival. The Festival will celebrate the centennial founding of the kibbutzim movement in Israel, and provide an opportunity to learn and act on Tikkun Olam (social action) initiatives and activities.
This free event will feature live music, traditional food, entertainment, dancing troupes, cultural exhibits and displays, family and children's activities, a special teen zone and more.
When: Sunday, May 2, Time: 1:00-4:30 p.m.
Where: Capitol west steps
Cost: FREE
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2010 Festival Attractions
Matisyahu
Known for blending traditional Jewish themes with Reggae, rock and hip hop sounds, Matisyahu has released three studio albums as well as one live album, two remix CDs and one DVD featuring a live concert.
Few artists make an impact as complete as the one Matisyahu made with his 2004 Top 40 hit “King Without a Crown”: Here was a true original, a Hasidic Jewish musician from New York City singing reggae songs about his religious devotion. Fans responded to this one-of-a-kind voice, too, driving Youth, Matisyahu’s Grammy-nominated 2006 disc, to the top spot on Billboard’s reggae albums chart. That album, as well as Matisahu’s previous recording Live at Stubb’s, went Gold.
Matisyahu's 2009 single "One Day" was the official theme song for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
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The Los Angeles Israeli Dance Team
The Los Angeles Israeli Dance team, directed by world renowned David Dassa, is the only youth Israeli Dance Company in the Los Angeles area. This is a group that brings together young dancers from all over the city with the sole purpose of providing an outlet of Jewish expression through love of Israeli culture and dance. The Company includes many private and public middle and high schools. The Los Angeles Israeli dance team performs diverse pieces in the classic Israeli Debka, Horah and Yemenite styles while incorporating ballet, Hip-Hop, Modern, and Jazz technique into their unique dance repertoire.
Previous performances include: the world famous Festival Aviv in Mexico City, the Boston Israeli Dance festival, the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas and twice at NBA halftime shows for the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center.
Heritage Food Court
Enjoy a wide variety of internationally themed cultural food and some of your everyday favorites. Highlights include: Jamba Juice, The Flying Falafel, Carmita’s Restaurant, Kosher Gourmet Catering by Yair, Mr. Pickles and many more...
The Shuk - Israel Street Market
Shops till your hearts desire! Stroll through the Israel street market and find everything from jewelry to custom quilts to exotic honey to glass art. You'll find something for everyone on your list!
Kids Fun Zone
This year, the Festival offers fun-filled, energetic activities for all kid’s ages. Izzy Tooinsky is making a repeat visit to the Festival offering his energy in a captivating performance with juggling and balancing. In addition, there will be face painting, bounce houses, a climbing wall, carnival games and a whole bunch of other fun things to do during the afternoon. Please note that there will be a $5 wristband fee per child for the all-you-can-play activities.
Kids Zone Schedule:
1:45 pm- Izzy Tooinsky Storytime (Kids Zone)
2:45 pm- Izzy Tooinsky Juggling (Kids Zone)
3:45 pm- Izzy Tooinsky Storytime (Kids Zone)
Centennial Celebration of the Kibbutz Movement
Join us in celebration of Israel's 62nd birthday and the 100th anniversary of the Kibbutzim movement. Visit with the area religious and day schools to learn more about what the kibbutz movement has offered and continues to offer to Israel. It’s an area of the Festival you won’t want to miss!
Blood Drive
Have fun and make a difference...all in the same afternoon! 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. the BloodSource Bloodmobile will be on N st. near the food court.
Make your appointment TODAY
Email: giveblood@bloodsource.org or call Kathy at 916-616-1749
GIVE BLOOD. SAVE A LIFE.
Eco-Friendly Fashion Show
See local community leaders model the hippest in Eco-Friendly fashion. From near and far, designers show off there best clothes all in the name of the environment.
Festival Main Stage Schedule
Sunday, May 2nd, Capitol West Steps
1:00 pm- Festival Starts
1:30- 1:50 pm- Festival Kick Off
1:50-2:10 pm- Eco-Friendly Fashionshow
2:15-3:00 pm- LA Israeli Dance Team with David Dassa
3:10-3:15 pm- Raffle Drawing
3:15-4:30 pm- Matisyahu
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