Omanut:  L'Dor V'Dor: From Generation to Generation, An Intergenerational Arts and Culture Program Presents:

Tu B’shvat: Celebrating Creation

February 9, 2:00-3:30pm       

In this session, guest artist Rainer Waldman Adkins will present examples of how other Jewish artists have woven aspects of their Jewish identity into their artistic work.  Rainer will introduce participants to such forms as a Mizrach, a wall hanging placed on the eastern wall of the home as a reminder of the direction in which to pray; a Shiviti, a visual representation of Psalm 8:6 which is a tool for focusing attention; and micrography, microscopic writing of sacred texts that is woven into artistic representations.  

Using the theme of Tu B’shvat, the Birthday of the Trees, as an inspiration, participants will work together to create their own creative versions of some of these traditional art forms.  

This is one session of a 6 part series.

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More about Kol HaNeshamah's commitments to environmental stewardship:

Bal Taschit:  Kol HaNeshamah's No Waste PolicyWe have a no-waste policy around our food services; we use compostable materials for all of our programs, and require families and others hosting kiddush luncheons in honor of a simcha to do the same.  The Torah guides us to avoid unnecessary waste or destruction (bal tashkhit), and to do what we can to bring healing to the world (tikkun olam).  If we will not use plates, cups, utensils, etc. that will be washed and then put away, then we will use only those items that can be composted and/or recycled.  We purchase products that are approved by Cedar Grove Compost Company, the company that collects and processes biodegradable foodstuffs and materials for the City of Seattle.  

Offsetting our Impact on the Environment:  Purchasing Carbon OffsetsWe have begun encouraging people who must or choose to fly to purchase carbon offsets.  For example, those who participated in a congregational trip to Israel/The West Bank this past summer were offered the option to purchase carbon offsets commensurate with the impact of their airplane travel.  The carbon offsets that we purchased benefited a region in Malawi (Kulera Landscape).  Working with Evergreen Carbon, which procures high-quality and good value carbon offsets on behalf of businesses, our contributions helped to protect forests, biodiversity, and provide for improved regional governance, and sustainable forestry and agriculture in the project region.  More specifically, our contributions further supported communities that are active participants in implementing sustainable agriculture and forestry, distribution and use of efficient cookstoves, and enforcement against poaching. Community members receive training on conservation agriculture, community-based natural resource management, tree regeneration, establishment of tree nurseries, and tree planting, as well as training in business skills and marketing for entrepreneurs. Alternative energy and fuel-efficiency solutions are also being introduced into the region. 

Omanut:  L'Dor V'Dor: From Generation to Generation, An Intergenerational Arts and Culture Program Presents:

Celebrating Visual Arts:  Tu B’shvat: Celebrating Creation       In this session, guest artist Rainer Waldman Adkins will presentexamples of how other Jewish artists have woven aspects of their Jewish identity into their artistic work.  Rainer will introduce participants to such forms as aMizrach, a wall hanging placed on the eastern wall of the home as a reminder of the direction in which to pray; a Shiviti, a visual representation of Psalm 8:6 which is a tool for focusing attention; and micrography, microscopic writing of sacred texts that is woven into artistic representations.  Using the theme of Tu B’shvat, the Birthday of the Trees (the evening of February 9th) as an inspiration, participants will work together to create their own creative versions of some of these traditional art forms.  Bal Taschit:  Kol HaNeshamah's No Waste PolicyWe have a no-waste policy around our food services; we use compostable materials for all of our programs, and require families and others hosting kiddush luncheons in honor of a simcha to do the same.  The Torah guides us to avoid unnecessary waste or destruction (bal tashkhit), and to do what we can to bring healing to the world (tikkun olam).  If we will not use plates, cups, utensils, etc. that will be washed and then put away, then we will use only those items that can be composted and/or recycled.  We purchase products that are approved by Cedar Grove Compost Company, the company that collects and processes biodegradable foodstuffs and materials for the City of Seattle.  Offsetting our Impact on the Environment:  Purchasing Carbon OffsetsWe have begun encouraging people who must or choose to fly to purchase carbon offsets.  For example, those who participated in a congregational trip to Israel/The West Bank this past summer were offered the option to purchase carbon offsets commensurate with the impact of their airplane travel.  The carbon offsets that we purchased benefited a region in Malawi (Kulera Landscape).  Working with Evergreen Carbon, which procures high-quality and good value carbon offsets on behalf of businesses, our contributions helped to protect forests, biodiversity, and provide for improved regional governance, and sustainable forestry and agriculture in the project region.  More specifically, our contributions further supported communities that are active participants in implementing sustainable agriculture and forestry, distribution and use of efficient cookstoves, and enforcement against poaching. Community members receive training on conservation agriculture, community-based natural resource management, tree regeneration, establishment of tree nurseries, and tree planting, as well as training in business skills and marketing for entrepreneurs. Alternative energy and fuel-efficiency solutions are also being introduced into the region.  See certificate that we received (attached).