YEAR OF HAKHEL
Unity Through Torah
CONEJO JEWISH ACADEMY | WINTER/SPRING SEMESTER 2016
YEAR OF HAKHEL
Unity Through Torah
The Mitzvah of Hakhel, as ordained in the Torah, is that at the end of every seven years, immediately after the Sabbatical year, all Jews had to make their pilgrimage to Jerusalem. There, they would be gathered – the men, the women and the children – and the king would read sections of the Torah to stimulate their observance of Mitzvot and strengthen them in their faith. This Jewish year is a Hakhel year – “A Year of Gatherings”. In previous such years, the Lubavitcher Rebbe called on us to maintain this beautiful tradition by initiating gatherings throughout the year – in our homes, offices and communities, to join in unity and pursue lofty and spiritual goals. Let us gather together in small or large groups to talk, to study, to learn, to sing, to pray, to join in one unifying voice – and connect with our higher Divine calling. Urge your friends to join you at a study group, a course, or a lecture. Let us create a massive ripple effect of unity and goodwill, uniting people in a powerful wave of positive energy.
YEAR OF HAKHEL
SPECIAL
You will note that for this special “Hakhel” semester, a reduced fee or no fee at all, has been implemented for many courses as an added incentive for you and your friends to join with us in this “Year of Unity”.
Sincerely, Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski
THE NEW CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE
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WINTER-SPRING SEMESTER 2016 CATALOGUE INDEX ACADEMY LECTURES & FILMS
Nonie Darwish – “Breaking the Silence”..................................................................4 David Weiss – “A Shrek of a Trek”............................................................................6 Albert Rosa – “From Victim to Victor”......................................................................8 Marvin Tokayer – “Top Secret – The Fugu Plan”................................................... 10 David Eliezrie – “The Secret of Chabad”................................................................. 11 Dovid Efune – “Israel and the Media Bias”.............................................................12 Presentation of Film – “Patterns of Evidence”.......................................................13 Yom Hashoa Film – “No Place on Earth”.................................................................14 ACADEMY COURSES AND STUDY GROUPS
The Jewish Course of Why.......................................................................................15 Heroes and Villains...................................................................................................16 Living Joyously..........................................................................................................17 49 Steps to Personal Refinement............................................................................17 Talmud......................................................................................................................18 Kabbalah of Aleph-Bet..............................................................................................18 Torah Studies............................................................................................................18 History of the Jews...................................................................................................19 Hebrew Reading.......................................................................................................19 Lunch ‘N Learn – Book of Deuteronomy................................................................20 Joseph and His Brothers ..........................................................................................21 Chavruta Detective: Sold at Sotheby’s Case..........................................................22 Going Kabbalistic..................................................................................................... 23 Journey of the Soul.................................................................................................. 23 Justice and the War on Terror................................................................................ 23 Beyond a Reasonable Doubt...................................................................................24 WOMEN’S WORLD
Babbyccino for Moms.............................................................................................. 25 Women’s Paint Night..............................................................................................26 Women of the Book................................................................................................26 Monthly Chodesh Group......................................................................................... 27
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Purim Live................................................................................................................28 SENIOR PROGRAM
The Sunshine Club...................................................................................................29 CHAI YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAM
Teen Scene for Girls................................................................................................30 Jew Crew at Oak Park High.....................................................................................30 CTeen........................................................................................................................31 Hebrew High............................................................................................................ 32 CJA Hebrew School.................................................................................................. 32 Friendship Circle...................................................................................................... 33 PRAYER SERVICES
Sunday Men’s Minyan............................................................................................. 34 Daily and Shabbat Prayer Services......................................................................... 34
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LECTURES
BREAKING THE
JAN
MONDAY
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8:00 PM Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel – Grand Ballroom 880 South Westlake Blvd
$16 Advanced Paid Reservations, $20 At Door Sponsor: $180 (Sponsors receive 4 VIP Reserved seats and recognition)
Please arrive 30 minutes early to allow for security check. To save time, please leave unnecessary bags at home. Come hear the author of three books, “Now They Call Me Infidel”, “Cruel and Usual Punishment”, and “The Devil We Don’t Know”; and the founder of www.ArabsForIsrael.com, in this electrifying, courageous and informative lecture.
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ONE WOMAN’S BRAVE STRUGGLE AGAINST RADICAL ISLAM
NONIE DARWISH
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Nonie was born and raised as a Muslim under Sharia Law in Cairo, Egypt, and then in the Gaza strip. She lived in the heart of the Arab-Israeli conflict during the 1956, 1967 and 1973 wars. Her father headed the Egyptian military intelligence in Gaza in 8:00 PM the 50’s and led the ‘Fedayeen’ operations against Israel under the leadership of President Nasser of Egypt. He was killed by Israel in Gaza in a targeted assassination The Academy— in 1956 when Nonie was 8 years old. Like most Arab children, she was taught hatred,Skelton Family Lecture Hall jihad, vengeance and retaliation. And yet, Nonie chose a different path - a path of courage, truth and love.
$10 advanced paid reservations, $13 at the door
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8:00 PM Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel – Grand Ballroom 880 South Westlake Blvd
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LECTURES AT THE HYATT WESTLAKE PLAZA HOTEL MAR
MONDAY
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8:00 PM Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel – Grand Ballroom 880 South Westlake Blvd
$12 Advanced Paid Reservations, $15 At Door Sponsor: $180 (Sponsors receive 4 VIP Reserved seats and recognition)
FROM
VICTIM VICTOR TO
THE HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR WHO RECEIVED A PURPLE HEART
An Evening with HERO An evening with
ALBERT ROSA Dr. Name Lastname NOV
As a Jew from Salonika, Greece, Albert went through concentration camps and death marches. He was the lone survivor of his 70 member family managing to escape during the “Dachau Death MONDAY wasman rescued by American Since the March”. dawn of He time, has been ever- soldiers and joined the U.S. Army fighting heroically on front lines for AlbertOnly Rosa was awarded 5 medals, including the Purple Heart – fascinatedthe by the workings of six the months. human brain. recently, scientists have been THE discovering the underlying dynamics shape and influence ONLY NON-AMERICAN EVER TO that BE AWARD THIS DISTINGUISHED AWARD FOR HIS BRAVERY. our frame of mind—new ways to cope with anxiety and stress, steps With no family left, Albert joined the IRGUN, the underground Jewish resistance, to fight for the 8:00 PM that we can take to crystallize our self-concept, and practical tools we a Jewishand homeland. He was captured and tortured can use tocreation build theofresilience grit to ride through any challenge life by the British while smuggling arms Theimprisonment Academy— and made throws ourand way.imprisoned in his native Greek-speaking Cyprus. He escaped from that Skelton Family his way States. have for centuries advocated Surprisingly, Torahto the andUnited the Talmud
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various approaches happiness; ideas and thatinspiration are only now Please jointousachieving for an evening of gratitude as we welcome a great hero of our people being confirmed through scientific observation. How Happiness $10 advanced – ALBERT ROSA. paid Thinks offers a Jewish roadmap to happier living. Every lesson contains reservations, poignant insights into how our minds operate with practical ste $13 at the door
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Plan The Untold Story of the Japanese and the Jews During World War II
An evening with
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8:00 PM The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall $10 advanced paid reservations, $13 at the door
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Rabbi Marvin Tokayer “The Fugu Plan” was a top-secret plan to create an “Israel in Asia” under Japanese control by offering displaced European Jews a safe haven in Manchuria in return for the financial and technical skills they would bring to this outpost of the Japanese Empire. Although this so-called “Fugu Plan” unfortunately did not materialize due to Japan’s entry into the Tripartite Pact with Nazi Germany and Italy in 1940, Japan was instrumental in the survival of thousands of Jews (including the fathers of our very own Rabbis Moshe Bryski and Yitzchak Sapochkinsky) who were issued Japanese transit visas and given wartime refuge in Asia. Rabbi Marvin Tokayer served as the Rabbi to the Far East from 19681976 and has authored two books on the history of Judaism in the Orient, “The Fugu Plan” and his most recent “Pepper, Silk and Ivory”.
MEET THE AUTHOR
LECTURES
Book Signing Following the Lecture
An evening with
Rabbi David Eliezrie
MAR
MONDAY
Rabbi David Eliezrie is a veteran Chabad emissary in Yorba Linda, California. He is president of the Rabbinical Council of Orange County, sits on the board of the Jewish Federation of Orange County and is active in local and national affairs. “I have often urged the Harvard Business School to teach the remarkable success of the Chabad movement as a case study in innovation, commitment, and determination.”
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8:00 PM The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall
— ALAN DERSHOWITZ
“David Eliezri’s “The Secret of Chabad” is probably the first book by a Chabad insider telling the incredible story of what has clearly become the most dynamic Jewish force in the contemporary world.” — DENNIS PRAGER
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
Prior Registration Requested
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LECTURES
ISRAEL AND THE
MEDIA BIAS IT’S TIME TO FIGHT BACK
MAY
MONDAY
9
8:00 PM The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
Prior Registration Requested
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An evening with
Dovid Efune
Editor-in-Chief of the The Algemeiner - The Fastest Growing Jewish Media Outlet in America
It’s become a common trope these days: A terror attack takes place in Israel, but news outlets around the world write, “Palestinian killed by Israeli forces,” failing to mention the attack or its Jewish victims. Articles and newscasts continuously show their media bias against Israel. It’s time to fight back! Join us for a talk by Dovid Efune, an outspoken proponent of Israel in the media today. He is regularly interviewed on major TV channels including CBS, CNBC, Fox News, CNN, i24 News, Real News TV, NY1 and Huffington Post Live. The Algemeiner is a major international online news destination serving as a strong, independent voice of truth on behalf of the Jewish people and Israel in the media.
FILM
A debate rages over the credibility of the Bible. Most archaeologists today have concluded that there is no evidence that the Exodus of Israelite slaves from Egypt ever happened. Filmmaker Timothy Mahoney faces a crisis of faith: “Is this foundational event of the Bible really just a myth?” He embarks on a 12 year journey around the world to search for answers. The result is the most in-depth archaeological investigation into the Exodus ever captured on film. Join us as we screen the film “Patterns of Evidence: The Exodus”.
APR
MONDAY
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7:30 PM Westlake Village Cinema, 4711 Lakeview Canyon Rd. (Corner Agoura Road)
Tickets: $10 Tickets can be purchased in advanced on line at jewishacademy.com or regencymovies.com
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THE CONEJO JEWISH ACADEMY INVITES YOU TO A YOM HASHOA FILM PRESENTATION
FILM MAY
THURSDAY
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7:30 PM Westlake Village Cinema, 4711 Lakeview Canyon Rd. (Corner Agoura Road)
Tickets: $10 Tickets can be purchased in advanced on line at jewishacademy.com or regencymovies.com
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In October 1942, five Ukrainian Jewish families seek asylum underground to evade being caught by pursuing Nazis. They remain hidden below for nearly a year and a half- the longest uninterrupted underground survival occurrence ever recorded. Their harrowing story is unearthed by accident when cave explorer Chris Nicola stumbles upon remnants left behind by the cave dwellers. Through extensive research and determination, Nicola locates a few of those survivors and has them share their incredible story of strength and perseverance.
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Why Jews eat gefilte fish and cholent and wish each other mazal tov and l’chaim? Why the Bible sanctions slavery and animal sacrifices?
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The Academy— Center for Jewish life
What is the cause of antisemitism? What does Judaism say about Christianity? About the role of women in Jewish life? You will also gain insight into mysterious Jewish practices, strange biblical narratives, and enigmas of Jewish identity.
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
50% OFF
$25 (includes textbook and material) COURSES | 15
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6 Tuesdays, 8 p.m. May 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14
Enigmatic Biblical Tales of Kings, Warriors, and Prophets
Tales of kings and conspirators, prophets and warriors, magic-makers and miracle-workers: This course analyzes some of the Bible’s most controversial episodes, uncovering powerful insights into the human spirit and man’s purpose on earth.
Rabbi Yisroel Levine YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
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50% OFF
$25 (includes textbook and material)
COURSES
Living Joyously
A 2 Part Course on Personal Spiritual Development CLASS 1 | FORGIVENESS: LETTING GO
Forgiveness is a way of letting go of the past. Anger, rage and resentment weigh us down; forgiveness lets us cast off those burdens and be the people we really want to be. Learn how forgiveness can be the greatest gift you can make – to yourself. CLASS 2 | HARMONY: LIVING WITH OTHERS
Someone once asked the Alter Rebbe, the founder of the Chabad Chassidim, “Which is greater: love of G-d or love of your fellow man?”. Without hesitation he answered “Love of your fellow man, for then you are loving that which your Beloved G-d Almighty loves.” We bring joy to our lives when we bring joy to others.
2 Tuesdays, 8 p.m. Feb. 16, 23 Matty Bryski The Academy – Center for Jewish life YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL – NO FEE Prior Registration Requested
49 Steps to Personal Refinement A Chassidic Understanding of Counting the Omer Since the days of our ancestors at Sinai, the 49 days from Passover to Shavuot have been a period of spiritual elevation and self-fulfillment. It is marked by the “Counting of the Omer”. This course will teach you how to achieve a state of spiritual fulfillment and emotional refinement through the understanding of the 49 levels of growth corresponding the 49 days. 2 Wednesdays, 8 p.m. May 11, 18 Matty Bryski The Academy – Center for Jewish life YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL – NO FEE Prior Registration Requested COURSES | 17
COURSES
THOUSAND OAKS
Talmud
The Laboratory of Jewish Law
Mondays, 8:15 p.m., Begins Jan. 18 Rabbi Chaim Bryski 2060 E. Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I No Fee NEWBURY PARK
Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Jan. 12 Rabbi Schneur Schneerson Offered in
350 Via Las Brisas
Locations!
No Fee
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SIMI VALLEY
THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO DIVE INTO THE VAST SEA of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship. KNOWN AS THE SECRETS OF THE TORAH, the Kabbalah is an age-old body of knowledge exploring the inner dimensions of G-d, man and the universe. Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Jan. 12 Rabbi Shimon Heidingsfeld Chabad of Moorpark – 4219 Tierra Rejada Road
Tuesdays, 8:30 p.m., Begins Jan. 12 Rabbi Nosson Gurary 4464 Alamo Street No Fee
The Kabbalah of the Aleph-Bet Mystical Mediations for a Meaningful Life
No Fee
Torah Studies– The Weekly Portion A Weekly Study Group in Moorpark
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Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Masters, the study group will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives.teaching to our modern lives. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Begins Jan. 13 Rabbi Shimon Heidingsfeld Chabad of Moorpark 4219 Tierra Rejada Road No Fee
Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Winter Semester Begins Jan. 13 Spring Semester Begins May 4 Rabbi Yisroel Levine Private Home in Woodland Hills Call for Directions No Fee
History of the Jews The Two Thousand Year Exile
COURSES
JOIN RABBI LEVINE FOR A WEEKLY STUDY GROUP that will take you on the journey through the history of our people. The highs and the lows; the victories and the defeats; the heroes and the villains.
Hebrew Reading
6 Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Feb. 3, 17, 24, March 2, 9, 16
Beginners Hebrew
Rebbetzin Tovi Bistritzky
Ever feel lost at Services because you can’t follow the Hebrew? Want to study the Torah in its original language? Planning on a visit to Israel and want to be able to read the street signs? Regret never having learned the Hebrew alphabet? Perhaps it’s time to learn your own language.
The Academy – Center for Jewish Life YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL – NO FEE Prior Registration Requested
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DAY LUNCH ‘N LEARN STUDY GR S E N D E OUP THE W
DEUTERONOMY The Book of the Covenant
A Textual Torah Study Group with Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski
Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Winter Semester Begins Jan. 13 Spring Semester Begins May 11
Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
No Fee Delicious Lunch Following Class 20 | COURSES
AFTER NEARLY A QUARTER OF A CENTURY OF WEEKLY TORAH STUDY, the Wednesday Lunch & Learn will start the study of the most powerful book in all of literature. The Book of Deuteronomy is Moses’ last will and testament to the Children of Israel as they are poised to enter the Promised Land. It is also the mission statement to each and every Jew of every generation. You are invited to join this study group at any time during the semester.
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A FAMILY DIVIDED
THE STORY OF JOSEPH IS ONE OF THE MOST FASCINATING, puzzling, drama filled stories of the Bible. It is also the longest story told in the Torah, taking up four complete portions of the Book of Genesis. Join us as we explore the story of Joseph and His Brothers up close and find profound lessons for the human experience that transcend time and culture.
COURSES
joseph A FAMILY UNITED
6 Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 17, 24, March 2
Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
Prior Registration Requested
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
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CHAVRUTA DETECTIVE THE CASE: SOLD AT SOTHEBY’S
Wednesday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Chaim E. Bryski Moderator: Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski
A Novel Approach to Torah Study Participants will be challenged to resolve a dilemma concerning rare manuscripts rescued from the Holocaust and put up for auction at Southeby’s. With the help of a chavrusa, you will examine original Talmudic texts to determine the book’s rightful owner. This new and exciting format will utilize live audience polling technology and will challenge participants to apply advanced Talmudic principles to solve a real-life, modern day dilemma.
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
CHAVRUTA – חברותא YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
Prior Registration REQUIRED
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(khavrúta)
Aramaic for “companionship,” chavruta is a traditional form of Jewish learning where two people explore, discuss and debate texts together.
COURSES
Going
KABBALISTIC ~ a ~ DEEPER
into the SOUL LOOK ~
“The science of Kabbalah was previously hidden. In our generation, its study is not only permitted, but it is our sacred duty to reveal its ancient discipline” —Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, 18th Century
Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. Winter Semester Begins Jan. 14 Spring Semester Begins May 5
KABBALAH IS A RICH TRADITION OF ESOTERIC TEACHINGS that have been part of Judaism since antiquity. It offers unparalleled insight into the mysteries of life, reality, and spirituality. Kabbalah penetrates the human psyche and reveals the latent energy that is waiting to be unleashed.
Rabbi Yisroel Levine
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
SAMPLINGS OF TOPICS:
LIVING ON PURPOSE POTENTIAL ENERGY THE JOYSTICK
LEARNING TO LOVE CRITICAL CARE OVERCOMING OBSTACLES
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
Prior Registration Requested
COURSES AT OUR SIMI VALLEY SATELLITE
Journey of the Soul
Justice and the War on Terror
Explore the mysteries surrounding the spiritual dimension of our existence – our destiny that continues even after we’ve shed our earth- bound body suit.
A two part series examining Judaic and Torah based law on some of the controversial gut wrenching dilemmas facing Israel and the free world as it continues to battle the war on terror.
6 Mondays, 8 p.m. Beginning Jan. 11
2 Mondays, 8 p.m., Beginning March 14
4464 Alamo Street, Simi Valley
4464 Alamo Street, Simi Valley
$65/$110 per couple
$18 COURSES | 23
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The Logical Case for Faith
Beyond A Reasonable Doubt
CREATOR/ CREATION
3 Thursdays, 8 p.m. Feb. 4, 11, 18
Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky
DIVINE ORIGIN OF TORAH
ETERNAL EXISTENCE
Is Judaism a religion of blind faith or is there compelling evidence to the principals of belief Judaism upholds? Join us for a 3-part series examining some of the convincing evidence of the “Truths of Judaism”. YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
The Academy— Center for Jewish life
FREE APP Download on Android or App Store – Search for Shema Yisroel
NO FEE
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Recite it... Ignite it... The Shema App will remind you at the appropriate time in the morning and evening to reicte the Shema. If you need assistance with the reciting, the App has it trasliterated in numerous languages as well as a "say along" feature. It also has the weekly Shabbat Candle times built in. What's best of all, the App will calculate the exact times for reciting the Shema based on where you are located. Please spread the word to all your freinds...
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WOMEN’S WORLD WOMEN’S WORLD | 25
WOMEN’S WORLD
Paint Night • WOMEN'S •
MY HEART
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JERUSALEM
Join us in painting your own canvas masterpiece of Jerusalem, bringing the city of gold into your home and heart. Canvas, Instructor and Paints Provided. Evening’s program will include words of inspiration and songs about our eternal capital – Jerusalem.
Women of the Book
Exploring the Female Biblical Characters Understand yourself and your role in the world as a Jewish woman by exploring your roots. Join us as we study the biblical heroines and the impact they continue to have on us. 26 | WOMEN’S WORLD
Thursday, January 21, 7:30 p.m. Instructor: Chana Stery Kahanov Art Instructor: Chani Friedman The Academy - Center for Jewish Life $20 – Includes Canvas Space will be limited Prior Registration REQUIRED
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Winter Semester Begins Jan. 13 Spring Semester Begins May 4 Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee
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The “Jewish Women’s Circle” explores Judaism, while fostering friendship, sharing and growth. All Jewish women are welcome regardless of affiliation, level of knowledge or observance.
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CHODESH GROUP FOR HEBREW MONTH OF ADAR I
A Time To Dance
WOMEN’S WORLD
The Jew is
We are taught that when the month of Adar comes, it’s time to “Get Happy”. This year, being a Jewish leap year, we are treated to 2 months of Adar – Adar I and Adar II - a double dosage of happiness. Join us and our dance instructor and move to the rhythm of the month. CHODESH GROUP FOR THE MONTH OF ADAR II
Purim Bake Fest
Join us as we get into the Purim spirit with a holiday bake fest. We will learn the art of baking Hamantaschen as well as gourmet specialty cookies. CHODESH GROUP FOR THE MONTH OF NISSAN
Art of Miriam’s Tambourine The
Decorate your own “Miriam’s Tambourine” and explore the mystical secrets and deeper meaning of Miriam and her tambourine and the electrifying relationship between the Jewish woman and the redemption.
YEAR OF HAKHEL SPECIAL
NO FEE
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Matty Bryski
The Academy – Skelton Family Lecture Hall
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HOLIDAYS
AN EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Admission:
FREE For Sale:
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AN INTERACTIVE PURIM EXPERIENCE
MEGILLAH READING Child & Adult Masquerade OUTDOOR FIRE SHOW Bar-B-Que Dinner + An All New “JOURNEY THROUGH SHUSHAN”
03.23.16 WEDNESDAY MARCH 23, 7:30PM
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CHABAD COMMUNITY CAMPUS, 30345 CANWOOD ST. AGOURA HILLS
MEGILLAH READINGS, 7:45PM & 8:45PM (In Sanctuary) JOURNEY THROUGH SHUSHAN TOURS BEGINS Every 15 Minutes (In Center for Jewish Life) BAR-B-QUE AND FIRE SHOW (In the Parking Lot)
Get your best Purim costume... you are about to journey through ancient Shushan, the Capital City of the Persian Empire... Meet the Purim characters up close... Learn from them the story of Purim in this all new exciting experience you won’t want to miss.
SENIORS
Programs: Weekly Friendship Visits Recreational Activities Book-Reading Letter-writing Arts & Crafts Family Connections Holiday Celebrations Shabbat Programs Gift Packages Lectures and Classes Discussion Groups Educational Materials Musical Performances School Visits Comedy Shows Cultural Events
All seniors are invited to join the Sunshine Club for a Monthly Luncheon at the Center for Jewish Life MONDAYS, JAN. 4, FEB. 1, MARCH 7, APRIL 4, MAY 2, JUNE 6 11:30 A.M.
It’s not just about visitation. It’s about friendship. It’s about community.
The Sunshine Club is a unique volunteer program under the auspices of Chabad of the Conejo designed to bring cheer and companionship into the lives of seniors all throughout the Conejo Valley.
Whether for seniors living on their own, in assisted living facilities or convalescent homes, the Sunshine Club matches up caring friends to be there with and for seniors on a bi-weekly basis – to visit, to assist and to uplift. These special friends share experiences, spend quality time, celebrate special occasions, and create wonderful memories together. If you would like to become a Sunshine Club Volunteer or if you are a senior – or know of a senior – who can benefit from the Sunshine Club, please call Chana or Malka at 818-991-0991 or visit www.MySunshineClub.com
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JEW CREW The Jewish Club of Oak Park High
Weekly 30 minute session with Rabbi Mendy Friedman and Stuart Greenberg on Jewish thought and current events. Kosher Pizza served!
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PRE PURIM BASH #masquerade Who ARE you?? Hamantaschen competition! Draw the lots game! #food #fun #free SUNDAY EVENING
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For every friend you bring, your name goes into a drawing for a fun door prize!
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For more info please call 818-222-WALK(9255), visit www.friendshipwalk.org to register and donate.
Join us for an afternoon of family fun and community solidarity as we walk hand-in-hand to benefit an organization that brings joy, cheer and respite to children with special needs and their families. Whether you sign on as a walker, a donor or both, your participation will help bring laughter and hope to some truly special children. Please call 818-865-2233 or e-mail walk@friendshipcircleca.org for more info or for corporate sponsorship opportunities.
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PRAYER SERVICES
Sunday Morning Minyan Get your week off to a great start with the Sunday morning Minyan followed by a video presentation of an excerpt by the Lubavitcher Rebbe on the weekly portion and memorable clips of the Rebbe’s life and leadership. 8:00 a.m. Chabad of Agoura Hills, 30345 Canwood Street
Shabbos Services
Jr. Congregation • Hebrew/English Prayerbooks • Spirited Prayers Oneg Following
CHABAD OF AGOURA HILLS 30345 Canwood Street Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF OAK PARK 5998 Conifer Street Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE 2524 Townsgate Road Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF THOUSAND OAKS 2060 Ave. De Los Arboles Suite F Friday at 6:15 p.m. Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF NORTH RANCH 1145 Lindero Canyon Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF CALABASAS
Weekday Morning Minyan
Start your work day off with Tefillin and morning prayer services. It will make your whole day feel more spiritual and meaningful. Join us daily, weekly, monthly or to say Kaddish on Yahrtzeit. Fresh coffee served Monday–Friday 6:15 a.m. Chabad of Agoura Hills, 30345 Canwood Street
3871 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF NEWBURY PARK 350 Via Las Brisas #110 Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF SIMI VALLEY 4464 Alamo Street Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.
CHABAD OF MOORPARK 4219 Tierra Rejada Road Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.
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Prayer Services
Weekday Afternoon & Evening Services Chabad now offers a daily Minyan for Mincha and Maariv at its Agoura Hills location. Start times fluctuates based on time of sunset. Call 818-991-0991.
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ACADEMY LECTURES & FILMS
___Nonie Darwish – “Breaking the Silence” ($16) ___ David Weiss – “A Shrek of a Trek” ($12) ___Albert Rosa – “From Victim to Victor” ($12) ___Marvin Tokayer – “Top Secret – The Fugu Plan” ($10) ___David Eliezrie – “The Secret of Chabad” ___Dovid Efune – “Israel and the Media Bias” ___Presentation of Film – “Patterns of Evidence” ($10) ___Yom Hashoa Film – “No Place on Earth” ($10)
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___The Jewish Course of Why ($25) ___Heroes and Villains ($25) ___Living Joyously ___49 Steps to Personal Refinement ___Talmud ___Kabbalah of Aleph-Bet ___Torah Studies ___History of the Jews ___Hebrew Reading ___Lunch ‘N Learn – Book of Deuteronomy ___Joseph and His Brothers ___Chavruta Detective: Sold at Sotheby’s Case ___Going Kabbalistic ___Journey of the Soul – Simi ($65/$110) ___Justice and the War on Terror – Simi ($18) ___Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
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___Babbyccino for Moms ($10/$60) ___Women’s Paint Night ($20) ___Women of the Book Monthly Chodesh Group ___Feb. 9 ___March 8 ___April 5
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Teen Scene for Girls ___Jan. 23 ___Feb. 13 ___March 12 ___May 15
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2 Thursdays, 8 p.m. Nov. 12, 19
“There are gates in heaven that cannot be opened except by melody and song.” —Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi, Founder of Chabad
SAVE THE DATE
SO MUCH OF CHASSIDIC LIFE IS EXPRESSED THROUGH JOY AND SONG. Did you ever notice that so many of the Chassidic melodies Rabbi Yoey FOUR Muchnik & SEASONS HOTEL VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA (called aWESTLAKE Niggun) have no words? What may seem as mere sounds Rabbi Leibel Kahanov of “ay-ya-ya-ya” are in reality the highest forms of communication - for it is the melody itself that expresses the soulful prayer, gratitude or spiritual ecstasy. The Academy— www.facebook.com/jewishacademy
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