Events

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Siddur Shabbat 2 January 11, 2012 Temple Sholom of Ontario, 963 W. Sixth St., Ontario, 91762

Transformational Learning

Siddur Shabbat 2 will begin January 11, 2012 and con-
tinue on Wednesdays through April 4, 2012 from 6:15-7:15 PM at Temple Beth
Israel.

Siddur Shabbat 1 and 2, (an 18-session course) is being taught in-lieu of inter-
mediate Hebrew therefore basic knowledge of the alef-bet and ability to read
Hebrew with moderate fluency and familiarity is helpful but not necessary for
participation.

A fee of $100 will be charged for this 10-session Siddur Shabbat 2
payable to Temple Beth Israel.

 
Beginning Biblical Hebrew 2 January 11, 2012 Temple Sholom of Ontario, 963 W. Sixth St., Ontario, 91762

Transformational Learning

Beginning Biblical Hebrew 2, will begin January 11, 2012 through April 4, 2012.

Have you ever wanted to read and understand biblical text? Then this 10-session
instructional course is the class for you. Using a biblical frequency method of
learning vocabulary, focusing on important grammatical concepts and an adult
learning model, the student will gain the skills to decode and translate biblical Hebrew into English.

A fee of $100 will be charged for the 10-Session Beginning Hebrew 2
payable to Temple Temple Beth Israel.

 
Introduction to Kabbalah -- Jewish Mysticism January 19, 2012 Temple Sholom of Ontario, 963 W. Sixth St., Ontario, 91762

Transformational Learning

Kaballah study will be held on Thursdays beginning, January 19,
2012 at Temple Sholom from 6:30-7:30 PM.

The course will explore the symbols of the Kabbalah, how it relates to our life,
living and. livelihood. No text book is required; some knowledge in Hebrew is
helpful but not a must!!

A fee of $180 will be charged for this 20 session course payable to
Temple Sholom of Ontario.

 
"NEW EYES" Acclaimed One Woman Show about Israel January 22, 2012 The Odyssey Theatre 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd West Los Angeles, CA 90025

SMASH-HIT PLAYING IN LOS ANGELES FOR 18 MONTHS!
EXTENDED AT THE ODYSSEY THEATRE BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Israeli actress, Yafit Josephson, a former soldier in the Israeli army and a USC School of Theater alumna, stars in NEW EYES, a one-woman autobiographical play, written by Suzanne Bressler and Yafit Josephson.

NEW EYES explores universal themes of self-esteem, family, identity and cultural differences. Yafit portrays over 18 characters from over 5 different countries as she conveys her riveting and uplifting story, as she sees the world, and it sees her, through NEW EYES. *The show is suitable for guests age 10 and up*

Ticket Price: $30 (Group Rate is Available)
For more information and ticket sales, visit: WWW.NEWEYESPLAY.COM or call (310) 500-0680
Click here to see the “New Eyes” Trailer
“Papercutting: Reviving an old Jewish Folk Art” with Amy Goldenberg February 26, 2012 3:00 pm-5:00 pm Temple Beth Israel, 3033 No. Towne Ave., Pomona

Description:  Paper cut artist, Amy Goldenberg, will explain the old Jewish folk art of papercutting and demonstrate the craft. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Agnes at 909-624-3764 or Temple Beth Israel at 909-626-1277.

Cost: $5

 
Jewish Federation’s Business Network February 28, 2012 7:30 am-9:00 am Coco’s Restaurant (1150 W. Colorado Blvd., Arcadia)

Five Key Steps to Internet Business Success

Speaker:Thomas B. Reynolds has achieved tangible and quantifiable results by breaking tasks down to small manageable steps to make change easier to digest. He has successfully led manufacturing, software development, advertising, consulting organizations as well as related start‐up businesses for 30 years.

RSVP by Friday, February 24
626.445.0810 or federation@jewishsgpv.org

$15 per person

 

 
PJTC Scholar in Residence Weekend March 2, 2012 Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center 1434 N. Altadena Dr., Pasadena, 91107
Dr. Steven Windmueller, noted Jewish communal service scholar, educator and internationally known specialist on political issues and American Jewish affairs will be the 2012 Scholar in Residence, March 2-4 at Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center.  Dr. Windmueller’s
discussions will focus on the American Jewish Community, political issues, upcoming presidential election, Jewish voting patterns and many related Jewish concerns.  Scheduled topics are: Friday evening, “The Jewish Contract with America;” Saturday evening, “Changing Jewish
Political Attitudes;” Sunday morning, “The Dawning of a New Day: the Future of the American Jewish Community.”

Schedule: Friday evening, March 2, following Shabbat service at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday evening, March 3, at 6:30 p.m., Havdallah service, Whitman dinner, followed by the program; Sunday morning, March 4, Bagel Breakfast.

Friday’s and Saturday’s events free (Whitman dinner only PJTC members with RSVP); Sunday Bagel Breakfast with a suggested $7 donation.
Mahjong Tournament March 4, 2012 Temple Sholom of Ontario, 963 W. Sixth St., Ontario, 91762

Mahjong Tournament. Hours 9 AM – 4 PM. Cost is $36 which includes brunch. Since last tournament was sold out, please call to sign up early. Temple office: (909) 983-9661

 

 
Temple Sholom Purim Carnival March 11, 2012 Temple Sholom of Ontario, 963 W. Sixth St., Ontario, 91762
Purim Carnival. Festivities begin at 10 AM. Great Food, Great Fun. Come in costume!! Magician, Face Painting and games for children of all ages.

 
Community Purim Carnival March 11, 2012 12:00 pm-3:00 pm Temple Beth David 9677 E. Longden Ave. Temple City, Ca. 91780

Rides, games, songs, and a special presentation.

Admission is free. Ride and game tickets can be purchased for a nominal fee. Refreshments, including hamentaschen, will be sold, also for a nominal fee. Prizes for games.

Purim costumes are encouraged but not required.