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Editor^ Note: ^^rimMis ^ director of flie New Design Galleiy of West Vancouver. He and his col-legue Al»e Rogatnicic did a; ^t deal to assist tlie Youth AUyah Cliapter of Hadassah in arranging and canying flirough Ae recent B.C. Art Auction. IVfr. Balkind's cbniihents about tiie auction are very appropriate.
The B.C. art sale and auction sponsored by the Youth Aliyah Chapter of the Hadassah last week at the Hotel Vancouver was a notable event in ^ the history of. the city. Preparations for it were followed with great interest by those concerned with the promotion of culture in Vancouver, as well as by the art world itself. All the reports that I have heard have been so favorable that I think one cannot over-errii)hasize the importance of the good impression that Hadassah- and those connected with its efforts have made on many people who, before, were indifferent to its activities.
The admirable way in which Mrs. J. Fouks planned the event, keeping it on the highest possible level of taste and dignity, has been noted with much favor. The publicity handled by Mrs. Norman Ri^hstein equaled the level of the entire^ effort in its dignity and * effectiveness. That the most prominent B.C. artists participated ahd offered selections of their most representative work, indicates the confidence which the art world "had in the manner in which the sale and auction would be carried out.
Those people familiar with the value of good art took advantage of this rare kind of exhibitions, and came away with works,which they can proudly treasure, and which will, in
future; years continue to prove their aesthetic an^ ,eyen material jiralue.
Some of thbse uitfdmiiiar with the value pf good art complained that the prices were 6et too high. A view which was,expressed, suggested that even if these; prices were lower than what they normally should have been (as they were), they should have been set far loweri with those that were auctioned beginning at a zero bid, instead of at a minimum value — as they were. The way to have accomplished this — they admit — was to have pressured the artists into donating their works for nothing, and letting Yo.uth Aliyah get whatever it could for ihem. The fallacy of this suggestion is at least threefold: , '
1. It would be completely unfair to put the burden of the donation to the charity on the art world which, as everyone knows, can hardly afford such magnanimity. This is especially absurd when Youth Aliyah was making the claim that it was supporting Canadian culture as well as needy children in Israel, A few artists did donate one or two of their works. However, they expected the value of their donation to go to the charity, and not into the pockets of bargain hunters.
2. If the organizing committee had insisted that all the artists give their works, then most of the better ones, who feel a responsibilitty toward themselves and their fellow artists, simply would not have participated; and the quality of the exhibit would not have been the same. .
3. If the comihitte had guaranteed the artists a fair return on their works, and had put them up for auction starting at zero bid, then the charity
would be gambling , a^msi , itself, standing a strong possibility of loss -r— an unheard of procedure at a charitable function.
. Jews in history have alwajf^s stood at the forefront of the supptort and promulgiation of culture in whatever lands they may have claimed tlieir own. The Youth Aliyah Art Auction has been an indication that this tradition has not been lost, and that Canadian Jews of B.C. have taken a profoundly important step toward participating in the growing cultural development of their country.
BOB MARK IN WINS OPTIMIST CLUB'S ORATORY CONTEST
ROBERT MARkIN, age 15, won the annual oratorical contest of the Vancouver Optimist Club in the final competition at the Hotel Georgia last week. The topic for all speakers in the finals was "Freedom, our most precious heritage."
The son of Mr. and Mrs. John Markin, Bob will go to Seaside, Ore., next month to compete in the Pacific Northwest Optinrist Club Oratprical contest.
This Friday Bob will compete in the Northwest Region AZA sermon contest where he is expected to be a strong contender.
For the past three years, in grades seven, eight and nine he has also won his class public speaking contest each year.
All idcltioiis iif Centre iUitiifier prbgrdifi fillieigf up rapidly
THE OLD JEWISH TRADITION
of Folk dancing has been revived in{ the New State of Israel, according to the Israel Government Tourist office.
Oyer 40 children have alre^uiy registered fcir the' first ^leriod of the Centre pay Camp; The m»|m number of children accepted for this part o:
BUUDING PROGRAM AHEAD OF SCHEDULE At CAMP HAtikVAH
The Camp Hatikvah committee has amiounced the appointment of the following to positions as senior counsellors at Camp Hatikvah this summer. I^arr r Izen, Brian Wine, Hartley Kan-tor, and Judy Freeman, of Vancouver, Ruth Maslan of Seattle and Pearl Raels of Victoria.
Last week a number of the camp committee members visited the site a Oyama, B.C., and reported that con struction on the new buildings is wel ahead.of schedule and that the camp will be fully completed in advance o July 1—which is the official opening date for campers.
Registration for the camp hks been very good and certain periods are nearly full' to capacity. Parents who wish to send their children to camp this summer are urged to complete registration forms immediately in order to avoid disappointment.
Camp Hatikvah will offer to children aged eight and up the finest camping facilities and program to be found anywhere on the Pacific coa^t. Buildings are being" constructed according to the best in camping specifications. .
Application forms and further information may be obtained at the Zionist office. Phone BA. 4618.
FINAL LA1E
JR,.flNAI^iSTS IN BB TALENT CONTEST
AT BETH MAY
The concluding late Friday service for this season, will be held at Congregation Beth Israel this Friday, May is at 8:15 p.m.
Rabbi Jacob Freedman, spiritual leader, of the Congregation will conduct the services and preach the sermon.
This sermon will perhaps be the last major address which the Rabbi will I give in the community prior to his leaving. Rabbi Freedman, who recently resigned from his pulpit, will return to the eastern United States i early in June. The public is cordially
the Centre Summer pi^ogram is 45 per period. K yoif are one of the "last oaihute* people i}^^ you and your child may very weii be disappomted.
Over 20 chUdren have already been registered for the second period of Day Camp. This then, is fair notice to you to register your child at once if you still plan to do so.
The Morning Play School under the direction of Mrs. Nesbitt is rapidly filling the quota of 18 children per period. If your child is between the ages of 4Vi to 6, then you are urged to get your registration form now.
Registration for Camp Maccabee and Camp Esther for children from the ages of 10 to 1 is not yet in full swing. Past experience shows that many parents wait to the last minute for this. Again it is important to stress that if you wisH to insure that your child attends Camp Esther or Camp Maccabee then you should . . . NEED MORE BE SAID?
invited to attend this concluding service.
The liturgical music will be provided by Cantor Abraham Deutsch assisted ' by the Beth Israel Adult Choir under the direction of Mr. Sol Pelman jand»Miss Margaret Fewster.
An Oneg Shabbat and social hour will follow immediately after the services with the ladies of the Sisterhood as hostesses.
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Hfsre ore; th^ junior f^^ by Vancouver Lodge B'noi B'rith. From
ligl^ to riihf they^arejUeiie Newstone, violinist; Borri Lynn Rotner, pianist;
Jiidy Cole and Bdrboi'a Peimon, ballet. They will compete in the final contest on Sundoy, June 3, ot Beth
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CLERGY TO HONOR kABBi FREEDMAN
Members of the local Christian I clergy will tender a farewell testimon-1 ial luncheon in honor of Rabbi Jacob Freedman on Wednesday, May 23. The clergy are arranging this event as | a token of their appreciation of the Rabbi's efforts to promote good w-U and better understanding among the I various races and creeds in greater | Vancouver.
Rabbi Freedman, who recently re-j signed as spiritual leader of Congre-j gation Beth Israel, is planning to re-j turn to the eastern United States early in June.
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