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Lisa Alcalay Klug

Lisa Alcalay Klug is an award-winning journalist and the author of the bestselling book "Cool Jew: The Ultimate Guide for Every Member of the Tribe" (Andrews McMeel, September 2008). The daughter of an Ashkenazi Holocaust survivor and the descendant of a Sephardic chief rabbi of Sarajevo, Lisa has written hundreds of articles on a wide range of topics for mainstream and Jewish publications, including the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Forward, and Jerusalem Post. As a consultant, Lisa partners with organizations to present workshops, seminars, and panel discussions. Lisa earned a Bachelor's degree in Middle Eastern Studies and a Master’s in journalism from UC Berkeley.

Cool Jew Returns

Global History and Culture, Teen Approved

A fun romp across the contemporary Jewish cultural landscape. Includes musical samplings, slides, poignant personal anecdotes and humorous escapades fresh from the massive tour across North America that launched the best-selling humor book "Cool Jew: The Ultimate Guide for Every Member of the Tribe" -- a 250-page antidote for Jewish self-hatred! How do you know you're a Heebster and what is cool about every Jew.

Chutzpah Story Slam

Arts and Performance

Participants take the stage for a few minutes each to tell a true-to-life story on the theme of chutzpah. Humorous, poignant, and gripping tales encouraged! Perform, learn storytelling techniques, and get prepped for open mic night. Inspired by the www.themoth.org and moderated by Lisa Alcalay Klug, award-winning journalist and author of "Cool Jew: The Ultimate Guide for Every Member of the Tribe." Come prepared to share your story!

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