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November 17, 2017 Edition
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Village to Village Network 2017 Conference
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Susan Levine and Devorah Servi represent ChaiVillageLA at the Village to Village Network national conference in Baltimore
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Susan Levine getting interviewed for a media piece that will be used with Japanese communities in the U.S. and in Japan
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Susan Levine and I had the privilege of representing ChaiVillageLA at the 2017 National Village Gathering, which is sponsored annually by the Village to Village Network. The VTV Network is a national organization of over 200 open villages and 150 in formation. It was exciting to see the leadership role that Village Movement California, our state regional network of over 50 villages, is playing on the national scene. In addition, Susan spoke on a Generation to Generation (https://generationtogeneration.org/) panel about our multigenerational programs such as Playworks, Dor Vador and potential programs with Moishe House. I led a session on the benefits of partnering with other non-profits. We learned from others’ best practices and were proud to share ours!
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18 Ideas for the Jewish Future
(featuring
Rabbi Laura Geller
and
Rabbi Zoë Klein Miles
)
in
The Jewish Journal
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As the nation’s premier Jewish leadership summit — the 2018 Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly — hits Los Angeles, we asked innovators, educators and community leaders to weigh in with their ideas for the Jewish future.
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7 Internet Scams Even the Smartest People Fall For
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Not so long ago, you were considered a savvy internet user if you ignored unsolicited emails from princes in faraway lands. Now the distinction between what’s a scam and what’s a legitimate online business is not so cut and dry. From phishing schemes disguised to lure you into a fraudulent website with innocent-looking bait to malware hidden in Wi-Fi hotspots, here are seven internet scams that even the smartest people fall for.
Thank you to ChaiVillageLA member, Janet Hirsch, for sharing this article.
*Please note that the advice not to click on links is regarding unknown links.
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Our November calendar is full of exciting village events!
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- General Orientation/Training - Sunday, Nov. 19, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- The Behrendt Conversation Series - Monday, Nov. 20, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
- Walk with the Rabbi – Tuesday, Nov. 21, 8:15 - 9:15 AM
- Visual Literacy & Art of Photography (2 of 4) *FULL* - Tuesday, Nov. 21, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
- Gen2Gen LA Conference - Tuesday, Nov. 28, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Film Screening - Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6:30 - 9:00 PM
- Belly Dancing - Thursday, Nov. 30, 9:30 - 11:00 AM
- Mahjong Lessons (3 of 4) *FULL* - Thursday, Nov. 30, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
- Dor Vador Storytellers & Students Meet! - Sun., Dec. 3, 9:30 - 1:30 PM
- Weisman Art Foundation Tour - Wed., Dec. 6, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Screening of An Inconvenient Sequel - Saturday, Dec. 9, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
- Rabbi Uri Regev - Sunday, Dec. 10, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Understanding the World’s News - Tuesday, Dec. 12, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
- Wisdom Circle - Wednesday, Dec. 13, 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
- New Member Potluck Dinner - Saturday, Dec. 16, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
- New Member Potluck Brunch - Sunday, Dec. 17, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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*Bridge Game Proposal!*
To all intermediate and above bridge players: We would like to arrange afternoon games to be held on Thursdays or Sundays, possibly both. Please let us know if you are interested and what day you would be available by calling Renee Cronenwalt at (310) 474-9409.
We are looking to start these games after the first of the new year.
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ChaiVillageLA General Orientation/Training Workshop
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Nosh & Schmooze - 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Training Session - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Home of Barbara Weinstock
332 S. Linden Drive, Beverly Hills 90212
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ChaiVillageLA’s next General Orientation/Training Workshop is coming up soon! The session, co-led by Sandy Silas and Janet Noah, will cover policy issues, protocols, confidentiality, boundary issues, etc. related to interacting with other members and/or having access to member information (e.g. if you are on a committee or coordinating an event).
We would like everyone to attend a training as it will also provide an orientation to our Village and our website.
You must complete a quick online background check prior to attending the training and we can help you do in just 10 minutes.
If you would rather register by phone, or have any questions, contact Devorah Servi at Devorah@ChaiVillageLA.org or (310) 592-0321.
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The Behrendt Conversation Series
Monday, November 20, 2017, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Temple Emanuel
8844 Burton Way, Beverly Hills
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Join Reza Aslan, best selling author of
Zealot
and host of the new CNN series,
Believer
, in diving into the idea of God from its prehistoric origins to the way religious people relate to the concept of today. Open to all ChaiVillageLA members.
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Gen2Gen LA Conference
Tuesday, November 28, 2017, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Center at Cathedral Plaza
555 W Temple St., Los Angeles
Senior Discount Code:
GEN2GENVIP+
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This one-day conference will focus on how bridging generations helps us find purpose: children thrive and older adults benefit from sharing their unique talents and experiences. The day’s events will focus on growing the early childhood education workforce and will include multiple speakers, learning opportunities and a resource fair.
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Film Screening
Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Temple Emanuel - Weinberg Auditorium
8844 Burton Way, Beverly Hills
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Movie Night is Back! Please join us for a screening of the award-winning Woody Allen movie,
Hannah and Her Sisters
. H
annah and Her Sisters
is a 1986 comedy-drama, which tells the intertwined stories of an extended family over two years, beginning with a Thanksgiving dinner.
Refreshments will be served from 6:30 to 7:00 PM. The movie will begin promptly at 7:00 PM.
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Belly Dancing with LA Dance Academy
Thursday, November 30, 2017, 9:30 - 11:00 AM
Temple Isaiah - Social Hall
10345 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles
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Join Temple Isaiah members as we learn the ancient skill of Belly Dancing. No experience necessary! This 11-week series of classes will be held on Thursdays and is open to ages 30 and up. $5 fee per class, payable at the door.
*PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH SESSION SEPARATELY.
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Dor Vador Storytellers & Students Meet!
Sunday, December 3, 2017, 9:45 AM - 1:30 PM
Temple Emanuel
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM - Text study with Rabbi Jonathan Aaron
10:50 AM - 12:15 PM - Storytellers and students meet at the Students’ Art Gallery
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM - Storytellers’ Reflection Discussion with Dr. George Shannon
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All village members who did an interview with our USC Gerontology film crew are invited for Part II of this multigenerational adventure. Don’t miss this opportunity to interact with Temple Emanuel’s Religious School students (K-6) who will create art in response to 5 of our videos. Other videos will be shown at another time. The entire process is being filmed to create a documentary that we hope to share with the entire village later in the year.
RSVP to Devorah at
devorah@ChaiVillageLA.org
by Wednesday, Nov. 22nd if you will be participating on Sunday, Dec. 3rd.
Note that this is a NEW DATE.
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Weisman Art Foundation Tour
Wednesday, December 6, 2017, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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How often do you have the opportunity to view a world-class art collection in the comfort of a private home? The renowned Weisman Art Foundation is opening its doors to ChaiVillageLA on Wednesday, December 6th. Admission to the collection is limited to 15 individuals.
*Please note: there are MANY steps in the house, and no elevator. Keep this in mind prior to signing up for this special tour.
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Screening of
An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
Saturday, December 9, 2017, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Temple Isaiah - Social Hall
10345 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles
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Join Temple Isaiah's Green Team for a screening of widely acclaimed movie,
An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
, a 2017 American documentary film directed by Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk about former United States Vice President Al Gore's continuing mission to battle climate change.
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Rabbi Uri Regev
Sunday, December 10, 2017, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Home of Adrienne and Stefan Dahlerbruch
Recreation Room
200 N Swall, Beverly Hills, CA
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Religious Freedom in Israel - Is That the Business of American Jewry?
ChaiVillageLA is honored to welcome Rabbi Uri Regev, President of Hiddush - For Freedom of Religion and Equality in Israel. During this session, Rabbi Regev, a lifelong resident of Israel, will explore the strategy that American Judaism and the Reform Movement should employ in the face of the collapse of the Kotel Agreement.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear one of Israel's leading authorities on religious pluralism.
ChaiVillageLA members, Adrienne and Stefan Dahlerbruch, have generously offered to host this program in their home. Future sessions will be on the second Sunday of each month through June with the exception of May. Each session will feature a recorded session with Rabbi Donniel Hartman of the Shalom Hartman Institute or a live speaker.
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Understanding the World’s News
Tuesday, December 12, 2017, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Temple Isaiah - Library
10345 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles
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This discussion group focuses on the news of the week. Participants share articles and opinions that pertain to what's happening both in the United States and internationally, and particularly to introduce diverse views.
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Wisdom Circle with Cantor Lizzie Weiss
Wednesday, December 13, 2017, 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel
300 N Clark Dr., Beverly Hills
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The Wisdom Circle is a monthly intellectual and social get-together for mature adults. We are pleased to announce that our Early Childhood Center pre-school students will sing a Hanukkah song (or two) for us, and then Cantor Lizzie Weiss will share the history and melodies of Hanukkah music with us.
To RSVP, please contact Lynn Franklin at Lynn@tebh.org.
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New Member Potlucks
Havdalah Dinner
Saturday, December 16, 2017, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
OR
Brunch
Sunday, December 17, 2017, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Locations will be provided later
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At ChaiVillageLA, we love to welcome our new members into the community with food! If you are a new member or haven’t been to a New Member Potluck yet, consider attending ONE of these two meals. These intimate gatherings are hosted at a ChaiVillageLA member’s home and feature delicious food and lively conversation with other new friends. Prepare a dish to share and meet members from both temples!
To RSVP, please contact New Member Potluck Coordinator, Esther Krisman, at (310) 478-3668 or estherkw4@gmail.com to let her know which day you can make. No need to register online.
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Angel City Chorale’s Holiday Concert + Sing-Along
Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3, 2017, 7:00 PM
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
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Join Claire Tucker, Susan Levine and Joel Levine
at
Lora Jerugim’s
Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert the weekend of December 2nd.
For ticket info, contact Lora at lorajerugim@gmail.com.
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KEHILLAH
(COMMUNITY) NOTICES
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Refuah Shleimah -
a Full and Complete Healing:
Gloria Boraz
Marge Chirchick
Pearl Councelbaum
Esther Elfenbaum
Sylvia Fox
Norma Glickman
Stanley Goldblatt
Carol Hartmann
Renee Hurewitz
Marcia Oshman
Sylvia Price
Diane Ring
Madeline Wolf
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
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ChaiVillageLA THANKS OUR PARTNERS
AND FOUNDATION SPONSORS
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In Collaboration With ...
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ChaiVillageLA is a proud recipient of a Cutting Edge Grant from
The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles
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and Our Foundation Sponsors
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Angell Foundation
Mount Sinai Memorial Parks and Mortuaries Foundation
The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation
Sylvia Price
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