BAR HARBOR: ‘HIDDEN JEWS’

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The documentary film “Ocho Candelas” will be presented at Gates Auditorium, College of the Atlantic campus, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3. It features a small Jewish community near Veracruz, Mexico, comprising a mixture of Jews by birth and Jews who believe that they are probably descended from…
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The documentary film “Ocho Candelas” will be presented at Gates Auditorium, College of the Atlantic campus, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3. It features a small Jewish community near Veracruz, Mexico, comprising a mixture of Jews by birth and Jews who believe that they are probably descended from Spanish “hidden Jews.” The film deals with their relationships. The filmmaker will be present. The presentation is sponsored by Bangor’s Congregation Beth El. Call 945-4578.


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