October 19, 2018

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Introduce Yourself Member Factoids Special Event New Events Chai-Lighted Events Kehillah

Introduce Yourself: Kim Gold

What's Your Story? Hi! My name is Kim Zeitlin Gold. I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. At age 3, I became severely hearing impaired. At age 19, I left AZ for the exalted hills of Westwood, graduating from UCLA with a BA in political science and boyfriend in tow. I got a master’s in library science from USC. Then “the boyfriend” became my cute and adorable husband (Victor Gold).  Read More About Kim

Member Factoids

From Terry Pullan, Village Chair Wouldn't you like to know more about your fellow villagers? Here's your chance. Every few weeks we are going to ask a simple question, that everyone can respond to. (If you don't want to participate, that's OK too.) We'll publish the results in a future newsletter. Let's have some fun! Click the survey link below. Answer the Question: Where Were You Born?

Special Event

Crossroads in Los Angeles Exhibit Join us at The Gallery at Pico Union to see an exciting collection of photographs of people and places in Los Angeles. One of the curators of this photography show is ChaiVillageLA member Bill Aron! Sunday, November 4 - 5:30-7:30 PM The Gallery at the Union-Pico Project 1153 Valencia St, LA 90015 Register Here

New Events

Yoga Class Please join us in yoga classes with Michelle Aaron, who has been a certified yoga instructor since 2003. Michelle teaches a more dynamic and fast-paced version of Ashtanga Yoga. Classes are offered multiple times a week. Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel Fee - $12 per class

Sign Up for Weekly Yoga Classes: Monday, October 22 - 8:15 AM Wednesday, October 24 - 8:15 AM Thursday, October 25 - 6:00 PM Friday, October 26 - 8:15 AM

Men's Group: Poker Gentlemen, get ready for a fun night playing Texas Hold'em with your fellow ChaiVillageLA friends. Now's the time to put your Poker playing skills to the test! Tuesday, November 6 - 7:00 PM Home of Madeline & Ken Wolf Register Here

Brown Bag Short Stories Love reading stories? Join us for a stimulating discussion of selected short stories, where we'll each bring a lunch and discuss as we feast. Friday, November 9 - 11:30 AM-1:30 PM Temple Isaiah Library Register Here

Tell Me About the Prophets Men AND women are welcome to join us for a class on each of the prophets. The first class will be on Jeremiah and be led by Rabbi Joel Levine. The class will continue once a month for 5 months. Wednesday, December 5 - 7:00 PM Home of Madeline & Ken Wolf Register Here

Chai-Lighted Events

You Can Find Events on Our Website Check out our Walk With the Rabbi, a weekly event . Sign up o nline or call the office for help: 310-592-0321. Click Here to See Our Calendar

Refugee Shabbat Havdallah Temple Emanuel is co-sponsoring a Refugee Shabbat Event which will feature HIAS (an organization leading a Jewish response to refugees everywhere), TIYYA (whose growing LA programs are supported out of their office at Temple Emanuel), and refugee chefs from Syria, who will provide a delicious, Middle Eastern dinner and... music! Saturday, October 20 - 7:00 PM Fee - $15 Temple Beth Am 1039 S La Cienega Blvd, LA 90035 Register Here

Through the Eyes of Rashi Engage in an ongoing discussion of the Torah text as seen through the eyes of scholars across generations, from Talmudic to modern times. Guided by respected teacher Dr. Chaim Plotzker, learn how the ancient texts and interpretations are relevant to our modern lives. Sunday, October 21 - 9:30-11:00 AM Fee - $120 for 12 sessions Temple Emanuel - Clergy Library Register Here

Intermediate Bridge Interested in playing intermediate level bridge? Join our weekly game. We can accommodate up to four tables at once each Monday evening. To reserve your seat, register here or contact RSVP by contacting Radell Simon at (310) 466-0550 no later than Friday at 5:00 PM. Monday, October 22 - 6:00-9:00 PM Location TBD Register Here

Line Dancing Class Line Dancing is back! Our wonderful instructor, Rick Dominguez, will teach us how to do the Tush Push, Electric Slide, and the Boot Scootin' Boogie. We can't wait to see you there! Wednesday, October 24 - 3:00-4:30 PM Fee - $10 Temple Emanuel - Family Resource Center Register for October 24

Register for Future Classes: Wednesday, November 14 - 3:00-4:30 PM Wednesday, November 28 - 3:00-4:30 PM

Casual Stroll We have added a new casual stroll in addition to our weekly walk around Rancho Park. Join us for this easy 1/2 mile walk around Holmby Park in Westwood (just north of Wilshire) every Thursday. Thursday, October 25 - 9:00-9:40 AM Meet at the corner of Beverly Glen & Comstock Register Here

Behrendt Series Learning Group Learn how to engage in difficult conversations by listening to speakers with different ideologies. This year we will discuss a single issue: the aftermath of the #MeToo movement. October 25 - 7:00-9:00 PM Temple Emanuel - Beyt Midrash Apply to Join

Jeopardy! Show Taping Question: What's happening on October 31st? Answer: A chance to be in the audience of a hit TV series! Join us for the tapings of the famous Jeopardy! show. Wednesday, October 31 - 1:30-3:45 PM Meet in front of Sony Pictures Studios 3970 Overland Ave, Culver City 90232 Register Here

The Headlines and the Law From immigration to Supreme Court appointments to the Mueller investigation, knowledge of legal issues helps our understanding of current events. Victor Gold, Professor of Law and Dean Emeritus at Loyola Law School, will discuss many of these issues and take our questions.   Thursday, November 1 - 7:00-9:00 PM Temple Isaiah Register Here

Tour of the Ballona Wetlands Take a stroll through the last coastal wetland within the city limits of Los Angeles. We will view a variety of habitats, and be on the lookout for birds, wildflowers and butterflies. *Rescheduling* Meet in parking lot behind Gordon's Market 303 Culver Boulevard, Playa Del Rey 90293 Register Here

Understanding the World News Analyze the pundits. Share diverse views on the news around the world. Take part in a lively discussion. Led by member Myrna Hant. Tuesday, November 13 - 12:00-1:30 PM Temple Isaiah Library Register Here

Notorious RBG Join us for an exhibit that will offer a visually rich, entertaining, yet rigorous look at the Justice's life and career. Through archival photographs and documents, contemporary art, media, and interactives, we will experience a unique take on the American legal system and civil rights movements through the lens of Ginsburg's personal experiences and public service. Friday, November 30 - 12:15 PM Fee - $12 Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, LA 90049 Register Here

Kehillah

We Are Saddened By The Loss Of... Stanley Goldblatt, Gloris Boraz's beloved. Zecher tzadik livracha. May the memory of the righteous be a blessing and may their memory continue to bless us all.

Refuah Shleimah A Full and Complete Healing To:

Jerry Aroesty Sandy Bernstein Gloria Boraz Sylvia Fox

Candace Foyer Carol Hartmann Jack Olshansky Diane Ring

Joan Sales Sandy Silas Sandi Sternig-Babcock

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