B'rukhim ha-ba'im, welcome, to Temple Beth Am. We are a Conservative Jewish congregation in Los Angeles that takes pride in our reputation as a warm and caring multi-generational synagogue family. The congregation encourages personal, spiritual and intellectual growth as well as active communal involvement through dynamic, spiritual, educational and social experiences.
Pre-sale discounted tickets go on sale February 1 for the Purim Carnival coming up March 4. Volunteer and sponsorship sign-ups are currently open at www.tbala.org/purim
With Rabbi Susan Leider. Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The new and exciting Miller Program brings you the full range of Jewish history, calendar and life cycle, observance and thought. Visitwww.tbala.org/classesfor more info.
Daven in the Neshama Minyan at 5:15 p.m. with Rabbis Kligfeld and Leider and Cantor Fishman and join us for a COMMUNITY SHABBAT DINNER at 6:30 p.m. Special invitations are being extended this month to families of our Middle School students who will be participating in their own Shabbat program that evening (details to follow from the School).Adults; $18; Children 3-12: $12; Under age 3: No charge. RSVP atwww.tbala.org/communitydinner or call Cori at x 210
Anat Hoffman, founding member of Women of the Wall, presents "Civil Rights in Israel" as a Shabbat morning drash and "Women's Rights in Israel" at Seudah Shlishit on this special Shabbat. RSVP required for the Seudah to adrozen@tbala.org. Event details and bio for Anat can be found at www.tbala.org/anat
Saul Kroll z"l was a beloved presence for many years in the Daily Minyan and in Sanctuary on Shabbat. TBA will host a Se'udah (meal) near Shloshim (30 days) since Saul's passing. Please join us on Sunday, February 5 from 8:45 to 9:15 following Daily Minyan. RSVP by Feb. 1 to hwolf@tbala.org. Contributions in his name are appeciated atwww.tbala.org/tribute
TBA is working with Project MOT to provide care packages for Jewish soldiers serving abroad.
Drop-off location is the Colker Judaica Gift Shop.
Items Requested: Jewish Music CDs Comedy Movies on DVD (no dramas or horror please) Sudoku puzzle books Crossword puzzle books Decks of cards Kippot Tea lights for Shabbat
7:30 p.m. With Rabbi Susan Leider, Rabbi Ronnie Cohen, and Marshall Kramer. Attend these workshops and get answers to your questions regarding various aspects of Shabbat services and develop prayer skills. Drop-ins welcome!
Co-sponsored by Temple Beth Am. Please join author Jay Michaelson for a reading and discussion of his new book, God vs. Gay? The Religious Case for Equality. 7:30 pm at BCC 6090 W. Pico Blvd.
With Rabbi Susan Leider. Learn about and experience a traditional Tu Bi-Shvat seder and enjoy a delicious meal. $36 per couple. Register by February 7. Register atwww.tbala.org/jewlyweds
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Balboa Park in Van Nuys. Participants will help care for trees that have been planted around Lake Balboa. Sign up atwww.tbala.org/yaba
Class requirement is the ability to read Hebrew. 14 class session begins Wednesday, 7:30-9:00 p.m. TBA members: $210. Non-members: $252. More information including registration form at www.tbala.org/hebrew
"Los Angeles 2012: An Economic Outlook." with Larry Harris, PhD. 7-9pm at Temple Beth Am. Dairy Dessert will be served. $10 per person. RSVP atwww.tbala.org/bang
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. With Paul Schneider, MD FACP and Rabbi Barbara Sachs Speyer. Learn about what Jewish sources say about end-of-life care as well as the modern, secular approach. Advance registration required. Dairy lunch included.
