March 15, 2019

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We're Looking For Drivers!

Want to become a part of our driving pool? We’ll contact you when a ride is needed by another member. There’s no obligation to drive—you can let us know if you are available. Contact Sierra if you are interested at Admin@ChaiVillageLA.org or 310-871-2721.

Mark Your Calendars!

ChaiVillageLA Community Seder: Breaking the Bonds Please join us for the ChaiVillageLA Community Seder, celebrating our heritage and our Village. Our third annual seder will feature Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen and Cantor Lizzie Weiss, a specially-created Haggadah, and great food and friends. Fee is $36 Thursday, April 25 - 6:00 PM Temple Isaiah - Social Hall Register Here

New Events

80's+ Group: Life's Challenges Attend a two-part series, led by Rabbi Zoë Klein Miles and Mitra Rund, LCSW. The first session will discuss dealing with grown children, in-laws & unresolved issues. The second session will be on April 30. Tuesday, April 9 - 10:00-11:30 AM Temple Isaiah - Sanctuary Register Here

Wisdom Circle: Rabbi Nachman's Teachings on Happiness What can the famous and great Chassidic leader of the 18th century, Rabbi Nachman, teach us about happiness? Jonah Sanderson, a first year rabbinical student, will answer this question. Wednesday, April 10 - 10:45 AM-12:00 PM Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel Register Here

Brown Bag Short Stories Join us for a stimulating discussion of selected short stories. We'll each bring a "brown bag" lunch and dine as we discuss. Member Rita Lowenthal will moderate. Friday, April 12 - 11:30 AM-1:00 PM Temple Isaiah Library Register Here

Wounds Into Wisdom: Healing Intergenerational Trauma Rabbi Tirzah Firestone, author of "Wounds Into Wisdom: Healing Intergenerational Jewish Trauma," will give a talk on the groundbreaking exploration of the long-term effects of historic Jewish trauma and the remarkable account of how individuals and families around the world are reshaping their future. Sunday, April 14 - 3:00-5:00 PM Home of Penny & Bob White Register Here

Discussion & Dessert: Israel Security This month will feature Dr. Ben-Ephraim, who will speak about Israel Security and how they "get it right." Contact Dorothy Salkin (310-475-4696) if you can host a future discussion. Sunday, April 14 - 7:30-9:00 PM Home of Sara Shayne Register Here

Volunteer Opportunities

PATH Move-In We need Helpers and Donors! In conjunction with PATH, ChaiVillageLA is helping to furnish an apartment for a previously homeless mother of four. We are asking ChaiVillageLA members to help with the move-in. Saturday, March 16 - 9:00 AM Meet at Barbara & Dale Joyner Register Here to Help With the Move-In

Community Volunteerism Survey

ChaiVillageLA wants to know how our members are currently giving back to the larger community—or whether they would like to become more active in the future. If you haven’t already filled out our quick Community Volunteerism Survey, please Click Here.

Activities to Keep You Active

Line Dancing All adult temple members are invited to be part of a fun Line Dancing class featuring the latest dances. No prior experience necessary. Fee: $10, payable at the start of the session. Wednesday, March 20 - 3:00-4:30 PM Temple Emanuel - Family Resource Room Register Here

Lawn Bowling Come join us for a free lesson on lawn bowling at Roxbury Community Center. The game is very easy to learn! Thursday, March 28 - 12:00-12:45 PM Roxbury Community Center 401 S Roxbury Dr., Beverly Hills Register Here

Chai-Lighted Events

Understanding the World News Analyze the pundits. Share diverse views on the news around the world. Take part in a lively discussion. Led by village member Myrna Hant. Tuesday, March 19 - 10:00-11:30 AM Temple Isaiah Library Register Here

Art of the American West Join a carpool to visit the Autry Museum. Take a docent-led tour of world-class Western and Native American art. Enjoy a group lunch at the museum cafe. Admission $8. Wednesday, March 20 - 10:45 AM-3:00 PM Autry Museum 4700 Western Heritage Way, LA 90027 Register Here

Weekly Events

Intermediate Bridge Mon. March 18 - 6:00 PM Info/Register

Walk with The Rabbi Tues. March 19 - 8:15 AM Info/Register

Kehillah

Refuah Shleimah A Full and Complete Healing To:

Sandy Bernstein Gloria Boraz Sylvia Fox Candace Foyer

Roberta Gillerman Bernie Goler Carol Hartmann

Tina Jaskoll Mark Lipschutz Jack Olshansky Joan Sales

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