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The Laramie Project Cycle

Matthew Shepard has become synonymous with the activism and increased awareness of gay rights, thanks to the indefatigable work of his mother, Judy Shepard, and Moisés Kaufman, co-director of The Laramie Project Cycle. In this conversation, Shepard, Kaufman, and others reflect on Matthew’s legacy and their shared dedication to social justice, diversity awareness, and education.

From INSIDE NEW YORK – You thought authentic Israeli food is generally best at a small falafel shop or pita hut? You haven’t been to Miriam (79 Fifth Ave., Brooklyn, 718-622-2250). Miriam is a posh Israeli restaurant in Park Slope. Golden walls and hanging jewel-toned lamps allow diners to enter into a night of dining in Arabia. In addition, authentic Arabian and Israeli tchotchkes such as pots, plates, and even Arab guitars decorate the walls to make one feel as if they are in a Mediterranean oasis, separated from the chaotic City outside. Though traditional seating is available, stretch out on pillows in the back lounge, or perch on a stool at the wine bar… Read the full review at Inside New York.










When: Sat., Feb. 16, 2013 at 12:00 pm
Where: Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
30 Lafayette Ave.
718-636-4100
Price: $15
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Matthew Shepard has become synonymous with the activism and increased awareness of gay rights, thanks to the indefatigable work of his mother, Judy Shepard, and Moisés Kaufman, co-director of The Laramie Project Cycle. In this conversation, Shepard, Kaufman, and others reflect on Matthew’s legacy and their shared dedication to social justice, diversity awareness, and education.

From INSIDE NEW YORK – You thought authentic Israeli food is generally best at a small falafel shop or pita hut? You haven’t been to Miriam (79 Fifth Ave., Brooklyn, 718-622-2250). Miriam is a posh Israeli restaurant in Park Slope. Golden walls and hanging jewel-toned lamps allow diners to enter into a night of dining in Arabia. In addition, authentic Arabian and Israeli tchotchkes such as pots, plates, and even Arab guitars decorate the walls to make one feel as if they are in a Mediterranean oasis, separated from the chaotic City outside. Though traditional seating is available, stretch out on pillows in the back lounge, or perch on a stool at the wine bar… Read the full review at Inside New York.
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