Glen Rock April 25, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 9 The Glen Rock Jewish Center Film Series will present “Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story” on Sunday, May 6 at 4 p.m. The film’s award-winning director, Peter Miller, will share some thoughts on his documentary, which celebrates the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning baseball has had in the lives of American Jews. The film will feature Andy Cohen, a diminutive second baseman brought to the New York Giants to attract Jewish fans; the powerful slugger Hank Greenberg, who transformed the nation’s perception of Jews; the enigmatic catcher and WWII spy Moe Berg; the fiercely proud all-star third baseman Al Rosen; Sandy Koufax, the greatest lefthanded pitcher in the history of baseball and a hero to generations of Jews for not pitching on Yom Kippur; players‚ ‘Jews & Baseball: An American Love Story’ continues union leader Marvin Miller, who profoundly changed the economics of baseball; and modern-day stars like Shawn Green and Kevin Youkilis. An articulate and passionate group of interviewees includes former ballplayers Yogi Berra, Ron Blomberg, Bob Feller, Shawn Green, Koufax (who consented to a rare interview), Elliott Maddox, Al Rosen, Marv Rotblatt, Youkilis, executives, and writers. The film also includes input from fans including filmmaker Ron Howard, author Roger Kahn, and journalist Larry King. Their stories will be intercut with dramatic and never before-seen film clips and photos of great Jewish players, unforgettable games, and the broad sweep of American history during the past century. The script is by Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist Ira Berkow. Academy Award-winner Dustin Hoffman narrates. The center requests a $5 contribution at the door. The contribution will be $1 for children age 14 and under who are accompanies by an adult. Complimentary snacks will be provided. The Glen Rock Jewish Center is located at 682 Harristown Road in Glen Rock. Call (201) 652-6624. The Glen Rock Garden Club will hold its annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Main Line Railroad Station on Rock Road. This annual fundraiser, which will be held rain or shine, benefits borough beautification projects. Club will host annual Plant Sale May 12 Sale items will include flowers for Mother’s Day gifts, tomato plants, rhubarb, irises, annuals, and more. The main attraction will be plants grown by members from seed or propagation. Members will be available to offer advice and answer questions. For details, call (201) 447-6099.