San Francisco - A Spring Fling
Spring doesn’t arrive until March 20. San Francisco already has a case of “spring fever” though, and there’s plenty to make green fingers itch:
Feb. 16-May 28, 2012
Do Not Destroy: Trees, Art and Jewish Thought
Contemporary Jewish Museum, 736 Mission St.
Inspired by the Jewish holiday of Tu B’Shevat, the New Year of the Trees, this three-part show explores the role of the tree in Jewish tradition. Part One of the exhibition, The Dorothy Saxe Invitational, builds upon the museum’s long-standing tradition of asking artists from a variety of backgrounds to explore a Jewish ceremonial object, holiday or concept. More than 50 artists across the U.S. created new works of art in response to this year’s invitation. Part Two: “An International Survey of Trees in Contemporary Art” is a selection of more than 20 works by international artists who have examined the tree — conceptually or formally — in their work. Part Three of the exhibition is a site-specific piece in Jessie Square by Rebar using recycled lumber to create a group of brightly colored gem-shaped planters. A number of public programs are planned in association with the exhibition as well including “A Walk Among the Trees” in the Presidio with author Deborah Newbrun. For information visit www.thecjm.org or call 415-655-7800.
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