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November Januar–y –December Februar y 2017 2018| 12 | Cheshvan 14 Tevet – 13 5778 Adar – 13 5778 Tevet 5778
Hanukkah Shabbat A BLUESY CELEBRATION SERVICE
Friday, December 15
Shabbat Spark & Little Sparklers Friday, January 12
Shabbat Shira Friday, January 26
Shabbat in the Park Saturday, February 3
With Jewish Blues Musician Wednesday, February 28 & Saturday,Saul March 3 Kaye Temple Emanuel’s Purim Celebrations
Upcoming Events Little Sparklers
For our Youngest Congregants Friday, January 12 5:15 pm, Greer Social Hall
Shabbat Shira with The Pursuit of Harmony Part of the 2017–2018 Musical Artist Series
Friday, January 26 6:15 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
A special Shabbat service for our Emanuel Tots! This communitywide Shabbat experience for families with pre-readers features a special Shabbat welcome with singing, story-time, blessings and a fun dinner. Everyone is welcome to join us for our high energy Shabbat Spark service taking place right after. RSVP at tebh.org/LittleSparklers.
Shabbat Spark
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Friday, January 12 6:15 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
Join our Shabbat of Song in collaboration with NewGround: A Muslim Jewish Partnership for Change. Our musical guest, The Pursuit of Harmony, began with a shared love of music and now engages Jewish Americans and Palestinian Muslims in dialogue, workshops, and people-to-people projects. On-site babysitting is available for toilet-trained children ages two to ten. RSVP requested—please visit tebh.org/ShabbatShira.
Shabbat in the Park with Musical Guest ShirLaLa
Special for Our Families with Pre-Readers! Saturday, February 3 9:00 am, Beverly CaÑon Gardens
Coalition Constraints
The Behrendt Conversation Series Thursday, February 22 7:00 pm, Location upon RSVP to events@tebh.org Working in coalitions can be a useful strategy, but we may find ourselves collaborating with others who have a significantly different perspective. How do we decide when to draw the line, and when to be vocal about our criticisms? Join us for a fascinating conversation exploring these issues with Dan Schnur, Regional Director of the American Jewish Committee, and IKAR’s Rabbi Sharon Brous. Learn more at tebh.org/BehrendtConversations.
"She Will Rock You" Purim Shpiel and Megillah Reading Just for the Grown Ups
Wednesday, February 28 8844 Burton Way 7:00 pm, VIP Social Hour 8:00 pm, Shpiel & Megillah This year, we invite the grown ups to break out their 70's rock attire to relive the magic and music of Queen through the story of Esther. Rock out with wine, beer, and Purim treats during our open bar VIP social hour— $36 for members and guests, $18 for YoPro members. General admission is free for this one-of-a-kind Purim Shpiel starring Temple Emanuel and Temple Isaiah clergy.
"She Will Rock You" Purim Party & Shpiel
Join us for an inspirational Shabbat Spark honoring the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In a culminating service, celebrating a year of social justice study, our 6th and 7th graders lead Shabbat alongside our Soul Singers and Shabbat Spark band. Dinner will be provided after services. RSVP at tebh.org/SparkDinner. 2
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Our first Shabbat in the Park in December was a great success and we can't wait for this next one! Our newest hands-on Shabbat gathering features the incredible talents of ShirLaLa who blends story and music to create a fun-filled and enriching experience for children and adults alike. Join Temple Emanuel clergy, bring friends and a picnic to this beautiful outdoor sing-along! RSVP at tebh.org/ShabbatInThePark.
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A Family Friendly Event for the Whole Community Saturday, March 3 5:15 pm, Greer Social Hall Show off your best Purim costume, win prizes and more! Enjoy a family friendly version of our Purim Shpiel inspired by the music of Queen, starring our Religious School Purim Players. This annual event is open to the entire community, with fun for the whole family and special activities for kids of all ages. Stay tuned for more information on tickets and pricing.
Calendar of Services & Special Events Visit tebh.org/Calendar for our full schedule of events
January
Saturday, January 20
Friday, January 5
Shabbat Unplugged 8:00 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
Saturday, January 6
Expression of Soul 10:00 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Friday, January 12
Little Sparklers 5:15 pm, Greer Social Hall Shabbat Spark Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. 6:15 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
Saturday, January 13
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Friday, January 19 Simply Shabbat 6:15 pm, Belle Chapel
Friday, February 9
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Simply Shabbat 6:15 pm, Belle Chapel
Saturday, February 10
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Friday, January 26
Shabbat Shira with The Pursuit of Harmony 6:15 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
Saturday, January 27
Friday, February 16
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Simply Shabbat 6:15 pm, Belle Chapel
Saturday, February 17
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
February
Friday, February 2
Shabbat Unplugged 8:00 pm, Corwin Family Sanctuary
Friday, February 23 Simply Shabbat 6:15 pm, Belle Chapel
Saturday, February 3
Shabbat in the Park 9:00 am, Beverly CaÑon Gardens Expression of Soul 10:00 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
Saturday, February 24
Expression of Soul 9:30 am, Belle Chapel Shabbat Morning @Emanuel 10:00 am, Bess P. Maltz Center
All of Temple Emanuel's Friday night services are now offered online at tebh.org/Livestream
STRIVE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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In our Strive to Make a Difference feature we will highlight member involvement in causes near and dear to their hearts. If you have a connection to a charity and would like to share it with us, please email Hub@tebh.org. As my four children left the house, I found myself looking for a way to both fill my time, but more importantly to fill my soul. The answer for me was volunteer work. As far back as I can remember my parents were involved with the community, so I always felt it was the right thing to do. I like hands-on work, so I volunteered for Jewish Family Service, working weekly with Holocaust survivors, visiting seniors, and helping with all their needs. It was perfect for me; a “no-frills, roll up your sleeves and get the work done” organization that serves over 100,000 of the most vulnerable people in Los Angeles, whether they are Jewish or not.
Additionally, for the last twenty plus years, I have been on the board of a camp for underprivileged children, Camp Harmony, and for over ten years, on the board of trustees of Pitzer College. And I'm thrilled that my son Josh is on the JFS board with me, and my son Jordan is on the Camp Harmony board. My sons Danny and David are actively involved in other charities. I have truly found a way to nurture my soul, and would welcome anyone interested in helping in any way, no matter how small. You can find us at: www.jfsla.org. Shana Passman and her husband, Don, have been proud members of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills for 35 years.
We have two food banks (SOVA,) two family violence shelters, many senior programs, programs for developmentally disabled, new mothers, and much more. For the past year and a half, I’m honored to be serving as Chairman of the organization. Temple Topics
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Our Temple Family Welcome to our New Members
Strive to Heal the World —Tikkun Olam
Susie Bjorkman Carole Cushman Roya Gefen Melissa and Jonathan Wolf
Mazel Tov to...
Alaina Bell & Jason Klarfeld, on their wedding Rachel Ellenport and Jonathan Altman and family, on the birth of their daughter, Estee Altman Sanaz Farzamdoost and Shahram Naeim and family, on the birth of their son, Liam Naiem Ashley Kline and Andrew Shapiro, on their wedding Sara Mattine and Hooman Melamed, on their wedding Ashley Nachum and Brandon Allen, on their wedding Danny and Soundis Passman and family, on the birth of their daughter, Noa Passman Don and Shana Passman and family, on the birth of their granddaughter, Noa Passman
Condolences to…
Randy and Tamar Seff and family, on the passing of his mother, Marla Seff Richard Seff and family, on the passing of his wife, Marla Seff Diane and Max Weissberg and family, on the passing of her sister, Marla Seff David Weiner and Marieke OudejansWeiner, on the passing of their mother, Karen Weiner Sanford Weiner and family, on the passing of his wife, Karen Weiner
Mazel Tov to Our B'nai Mitzvah
David Elgourt February 10, 2018 "Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for." – Joseph Addison
Ryan Satlin February 17, 2018 "You miss 100% of the shots you never take." – Wayne Gretzky
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Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills strives to connect with the larger Jewish community and engage with the broader world. Tikkun Olam is a centerpiece of what we do at Temple Emanuel and a pillar value held by our congregation. Here are some of the ways we as a temple help make a difference in the community. ∙∙ Our Na’aseh V’Nishmah social justice group works towards raising awareness and funds for global humanitarian projects in critical areas, supporting refugee families, alleviating poverty, improving healthcare, and much more. To learn about our partnership organizations – ONE LA-IAF, Imagine LA, Tiyya, Jewish World Watch, and The MAJOR Fund, visit tebh.org/SocialJustice. ∙∙ On #GivingTuesday, when many organizations ask to donate directly to them, we use the day as an opportunity to bolster our support for our partnership organizations listed above. ∙∙ During the High Holy Days this year, our congregation donated 5,000 pounds of non-perishable foods to SOVA’s food pantry, and collected 50,000 diapers for Tiyya, dubbed by the organization as “the largest donation ever received.” ∙∙ Temple congregants started a Team Emanuel 5K group that supports local Jewish organizations through their 5K Fun Runs. In December we helped support the Westside JCC, and in March we are lacing up for the Matzo Ball Run in support of Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy and Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. ∙∙ During Purim, our Mishloach Manot program each year supports a community partner like last year’s MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger. This year we are working with Beit T’Shuvah’s new initiative Baked T’Shuvah, where with Temple Emanuel’s support will be providing sandwiches for the homeless, made out of their delicious freshly baked challah. Additionally during Purim, our Religious School students at Temple Emanuel surprise our neighbors at the Beverly Hills Carmel Assisted Living Community with Mishloach Manot gifts. As we celebrate Temple Emanuel’s 80th year, let us continue our proud tradition of Tikkun Olam with the Los Angeles community and regions around the world.
To learn more about membership visit tebh.org/Join
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Contributions General Fund
In appreciation From Tasha Douglas and William Goldstein In memory of Karen Weiner, from Sandy Borak to David Weiner and family Karen Weiner, from Sandy Borak to Sanford Weiner and family
Rabbi Aaron’s Discretionary Fund In honor of Rabbi Jonathan’s birthday, from Sue and Barry Brucker In memory of Ed Massey, from Davia Massey and family Marla Seff, from Dick Seff and family Karen Weiner, from Sandy, David, and Marieke Weiner Karen Weiner, from Diane and Max Weissberg
Rabbi Bassin’s Discretionary Fund In appreciation From Ellen and Marshall Cole From Sara Mattine and Hooman Melamed From Jordan Reimer In honor of Aden Lepp’s Bar Mitzvah, from Deborah and Marc Lepp In memory of Karen Weiner, from Sandy, David, and Marieke Weiner
Cantor Weiss’s Discretionary Fund In appreciation From Ellen and Marshall Cole In memory of Karen Weiner, from Sandy, David, and Marieke Weiner
Rabbi Geller’s Discretionary Fund In memory of Karen Weiner, from Sandy, David, and Marieke Weiner
Yahrzeit Fund
Jacob Adeff and Delia Adeff, from Elisa and Nison Adeff Maria Adeff and Esther Swerdloff, from Nison and Elisa Adeff Hilda Allen, from Jeffrey and Belinda Pop and family Sylvia Barenfeld, from Frances and Lester Boxer Sylvia Barenfeld, from Patty, Larry, Greg and Jeff Goodman Zalman Bastomsky, from Ben Boston Rubin Bird, from Robert Bird and Gail Goldstein Trudy Bird, from Robert Bird and Gail Goldstein Ruth Camins, from Diane Camins Siegel Eliezer Chammou, from Shoshana Chammou Michael Chirtin, from Bobbie and Al Sapper Albert Dorn, from Joy Brook Muriel S. Flanzbaum, from Lynn D. Flanzbaum Louis Goodman, from Larry, Patty, Greg and Jeff Goodman Sarah Hirsch, from Harriette Hirsch Ann Bachner Hirsh, from Samuel Bachner Ben Ingber, from Rona Becker
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Louis Jackson, from Frances and Lester Boxer Gilbert Jacobson, from the family of Gilbert Jacobson Rose Kabrins, from Judy and Ron Kabrins Blanche Kahn, from Judy and Ron Kabrins Henry Kaplan, from Rose B. Kaplan Henry Kaplan, from Susan L. Kaplan Aaron Kumetz, from Nancy Lee Shirley Levine, from Jeffrey S. Levine, Jason Levine, and Mariel Levine Barnett Lipson and Ethel Lipson, from Jane Stiglitz David J. Mercer, from Georgia L. Mercer Marvin Mintz, from Mitzi Costin Belle Newman, from Harriette Hirsch Vivian and Aaron Nislick, from Marty Nislick and Beth Alpert Donald Reynolds, from Jeanne Marks and family Bernard Robinson, from Dr. and Mrs. Marty Gordon Lois Roston and Al Okuneff, from Alissa and Warren Roston Richard Rowan, from Melanie, Barry, Jake and Daniel Landsberg Phil N. Rudnick, from Arleen and Samuel Bachner Kimberly Sonia Seiden, from Eileen, Graham and Lindsey Markley Morris Sternlight, from Helen Starlight, Naomi Fabe, and Natalie Fabe-Ubias Morris and Vivian Toplitzky, from Holly and Ron Toplitzky and family Ed Wecker, from the Wecker family Harold Weinstock, from Barbara Weinstock Alfred Weisberg, from Ruth Weisberg Bernard Weissberg, from Max and Diane Weissberg Abraham Weltman, from Marilyn Weltman-Wizenberg and family Ethel Wizenberg, from Howard and Marilyn Wizenberg and family John Wolff, from Louis and Linda Wolff
We also welcome contributions to the following funds... Temple Emanuel Religious School General Fund Shabbat Unplugged Fund Shabbat Spark Fund Shabbat Morning @ Emanuel Fund Wisdom Circle Fund Mitzvah Circle Fund
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Religious School
Students in our PASSPORT program are invited to learn the ins and outs of being a community leader with a Jewish lens. Each year, teens select an issue that engages their intellect and passion. They learn from experts in the field, lobby policy makers, and engage in non-profit advocacy and philanthropy. This year's topic is gun violence. In mid-January we are sending 15 students to Washington, D.C. to meet and learn with over two thousand teens from across the country, through the Religious Action Center's L'Taken Social Justice seminar. We're excited for our PASSPORT students to put social justice into action.
Leadership Clergy Jonathan Aaron, Senior Rabbi Sarah Bassin, Associate Rabbi Lizzie Weiss, Cantor Laura Geller, Rabbi Emerita Adam Lutz, Rabbi Educator
Senior Staff Celebrating 80 years of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills
Eric G. Reiter, Executive Director Julie Macht, Director of Development Stacy Kesner, M.A., Early Childhood Center Director Alex Kojfman, Director of Communications & Membership
Pillar Members Bonim (Builders) Kathy Javor and Julian Javor Malachim (Angel) Sheryl & Jon Sokoloff Tzadikim Sari and Shahram Melamed L’dor V’dor Nadine & Harold Davidson Barbara Coyne & Jeffrey Hendel Marilyn & Jeffrey Katzenberg Helene & Arthur (z"l) Laub Shana & Don Passman Sylvia Price Kate Capshaw & Steven Spielberg Marcie & Howard Zelikow Sustaining Anonymous Lili & Jon Bosse Sue & Barry Brucker Toni & Bruce Corwin Myra Lurie & David Goldman Blanche Howard Abby & Alan Levy Julie & Ken Moelis Cathy & Steve Needleman Belinda & Jeff Pop Marcia & Dick Schulman Ron & Shelley Singer Laurie Goodman & Don Spetner Double Chai Renee & Harold Brook Jay Glazer Bonnie & Bernie Goler Janice White (Gene Krieger (z"l)
Marcia & Ron Levenson Pearle Rae & Mark Levey Lilly & David Lewis Anne & Harold Mills Jill & Dennis Roach Nancy & Stephen Paul Kathleen & Larry Paul Brian Rosenstein Lisa & Mark Schwartz Susan Resnick West & David West Elisa Newman-White, M.D. & Andrew White Chai Isa & Bill Aron Denise & Terry Avchen Arleen & Sam Bachner Lynda Barrad Cynthia & Neal Baseman Roberta & Elliot Berkowitz Alberta Stahl Bilson Robert Bird Jan & Alan Block Barbara & Morton Bowman Ronda & Stanley Breitbard Deborah & Gabriel Brener Barbara Bruser & Richard Clark Iris & Gordon Cutler Brad Donenfeld Allison & Michael Druyanoff Rita & Izzy Eichenstein Lorraine & Jerry Factor Jane & Max Factor III Bonnie & Ronald Fein Jessica & Ben Feingold Bunni & Murray Fischer Elayne Garber & John Forbess
Leslie & Clifford Gilbert-Lurie Milton Golden (z"l) Linda & Gary Goldfein Patty & Larry Goodman Andie & Larry Harrow Roberta Holland Kristin & John Jameson Judy & Ron Kabrins Aviva & Aric Kadosh Gloria Kaplan Terri & Michael Kaplan Vickie & Fred Kaplan Judy Karlan Ruth Karp Jackie Kassorla Fran & Don Kates Joyce & Harvey (z"l) Kates Michelle & Alan Kaye Sue & Bob Kazdan Linda & Ross Kemper Lauren & Richard King Barbara & Stuart Klabin Char & Sandy Kornblum Joyce Krawll Nancy & John Lee Rochelle & Richard Maize Jeanne & Leonard Marks Stacey Mickell Jody Minsky Lauren & Eric Muhlheim Farhad Novian Corinne Auge & Laurent Opman Vicki Reynolds & Murray Pepper Ondania & David Pick Alys Pollet Elizabeth & William Quicksilver Jack Quinn
Cathy Costin & Mitch Reback Carol & Jerry Redston Claudia & Bruce Resnikoff Ronda & Fred Rose Sally & Ron Rosenblatt Alissa & Warren Roston Lois Roston (z"l) & Ellsworth Roston (z"l) Mary & Robb Rothman Paula & Allan Rudnick Louise & Robert Schwab Karen Breslow & Bobby Schwartz Diane Vanette & Sander Schwartz Marla & Richard Seff Leslie & Scott Shlecter Phyllis Shlecter Hope Stevens & Peter Siegel Marilyn & Edgar Simon Linda Smith Terri & Michael Smooke Annika & Abe Somer Lisa & Adam Stoll Lorrie & John Stone Susan & Peter Strauss Holly & Ronald Toplitzky Sunnye & Richard Tuch Cathy & Len Unger Halina Wachtel Sheila & William Wasserman Karen & Sandy Weiner Estelle Weisberg Penny & Bob White Joan Cohen Wilson & Chuck Wilson Marilyn Weltman Wizenberg & Howard Wizenberg Leah Bishop & Gary Yale
Union for Reform Judaism Biennial Recap Last month, from December 6–10, six thousand Reform Jews (including eleven from TEBH) convened in Boston for the URJ Biennial. It was a moving and inspirational time, featuring dynamic speakers, new music and technology, and innovative prayer experiences. Throughout the week, there were over 100 learning sessions with meaningful discussions on topics such as the future of Reform Judaism, the relationship between Israel and American Jews, philanthropy in the Jewish community, and sharing best practices. Highlights from the plenary sessions included Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, Reverend Dr. William J. Barber, II, and Senator Elizabeth Warren. Each of them offered inspiring words for us to go back to our congregations and make a difference in the world. We were so proud of our clergy, Rabbi Sarah Bassin and Rabbi Laura Geller, who led dynamic sessions around teen social justice, Reform Judaism’s future, Jewish/Muslim relations, and engaging Baby Boomers. Additionally, we are very proud of Cantor Lizzie Weiss, who performed on the Biennial stage as both singer and actress. What became so clear from all of the sessions, plenaries, and services we attended was that Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills, as a synagogue and community, represents the best of Reform Judaism. We can be proud of our synagogue and the work that we are doing to ensure that Judaism remains relevant in the 21st century. Temple Topics
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