Calendar & Singles

Calendar

SATURDAY/25

B’nai Tikvah Congregation: 9 a.m. Shabbat service. 5820 Manchester Ave., Westchester. For more information, call (310) 645-6262.

Temple Beth Torah: 10 a.m. Shabbat Learner’s Minyan, with discussion, “Focus On the Family.” 16651 Rinaldi St., Granada Hills. For more information, call (310) 336-8228.

Fairfax Senior Citizens Center (50+): 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Dance to a live orchestra and enjoy refreshments every Saturday. 7929 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 653-1824.

SUNDAY/26

Valley Cultural Center: 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Tribute to Steve Allen performance as part of the Free Concerts in the Park series. Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon, Woodland Hills. For more information, call (818) 704-1358.

Project Chicken Soup: 8 a.m. Meet to prepare hot kosher meals for the homebound and ill. Also: 11:30 a.m. Meet to deliver hot kosher meals. Hirsh Kosher Kitchen, 338 N. Fairfax Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 655-5330.

Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center: 10 a.m.-noon. Open house with tour of the temple and information about its various programs. Refreshments served. 1434 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena. For more information, call (626) 798-1161.

Temple Beth Emet: 10 a.m.-noon. Open house and introduction of the temple’s staff and programs. Also: Fri., 6:30 p.m. Under the Stars Shabbat dinner and service. 1770 W. Cerritos Ave., Anaheim. For more information, call (714) 772-4720.

Temple Akiba: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Annual Open House and Ice Cream Social. 5249 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City. For more information, call (310) 398-5783.

West Valley JCC: 2 p.m. Banjo Band concert and ice cream social. $5 (members); $7.50 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Congregation Shaarei Torah: 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Discussion of book “Melting Pot Memories,” by author Judy Bart Kaneigor. South Pasadena Public Library, 1115 El Cantro St., Pasadena. For reservations or more information, call (323) 254-9997.

MONDAY/27

Jewish Family Service of Orange County: 9 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Support group for those suffering from depression or anxiety, every Monday. 250 E. Baker St., Suite G, Costa Mesa. For registration or more information, call (714) 445-4950.

TUESDAY/28

West Valley JCC: 10 a.m.-noon. Senior Shalom Club meeting with coffee, bagels and entertainer, every Tuesday. $2 (members); $6 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim: 7 p.m. “Personal Preparation For the Days of Awe,” discussion led by Rabbi Lisa Edwards. 6000 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 931-7023.

WEDNESDAY/29

West Valley JCC: 10 a.m. Mystery Bus Trip, a surprise destination via deluxe bus transportation and lunch. $20 (members); $26 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. For reservations or more information, call (818) 464-3300.

THURSDAY/30

The History Channel: 8 p.m. “Holocaust: The Untold Story,” documentary about the U.S. press’ downplaying of the violence during the Holocaust. For more information, visit www.newseum.org.

Museum of Tolerance: 3 p.m. Discussion of “The Jewish Cultural Tapestry,” a book about different Jewish traditions. 1399 Roxbury Drive, Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (310) 772-2526.

FRIDAY/31

The Workmen’s Circle: 6:30 p.m. Dinner, short stories, poems, music and a film to honor the final day of the exhibit “Past and Present: From Poland to Pico” by Pavel Vogler. 1525 S. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 552-2007.

Temple Emanuel: 6 p.m. Erev Shabbat service. 300 N. Clark Drive, Beverly Hills. For more information, call (310) 274-6388.

Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles: 7 p.m. The Jewish Single Parents Network meets for a potluck Shabbat dinner and services. 13164 Burbank Blvd., Van Nuys. For reservations or more information, call (323) 761-8800 ext. 1256.

 

Singles

SATURDAY/25

Singles Helping Others: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet to tend and maintain trees planted in the spring and socialize at Malibu Creek State Park. For more information, call (818) 591-0772.

Jewish Singles Meeting Place (30s & 40s): 5 p.m. Dinner at The Brassiere in the Hilton Hotel in Woodland Hills, followed by a movie at the AMC 16 theaters. For reservations or more information, call (818) 780-4809. Also: Sun., Sept. 2, 2 p.m. Labor Day barbeque at a private home in Woodland Hills. For reservations or more information, call (818) 883-5325.

Palos Verdes Singles: 7 p.m.- 11 p.m. Dinner dance with a catered buffet dinner, bar and live music at a private home. $25. For reservations or more information, call (310) 372-6071.

Southern California Social Guide: 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Cocktail and dance party with live music by the band Night Life, appetizers, dessert and no-host bar. $20. Sportsmen’s Lodge, 12833 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. Also: Fri., 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Cocktail and dance party featuring a live band Casa Blanca and DJ David Katz, appetizers, no host bar and dessert. $20. Pasion Dance Club- V.I.P. room, 12215 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. For more information, call (323) 656-7777.

Jewish Single Parents & Singles Association (30s-50s): Hollywood Bowl event featuring Ray Charles. For more information, call (714) 755-0340 ext. 115. Also: Sun., Aug. 26, 1 p.m. Pool party and barbeque at a private home in La Habra. $10 (includes food). For reservations or more information, call (562) 691-2609 after 10 a.m.

SUNDAY/26

L.A.’s Best Connection: 1 p.m. Bagel brunch at Farmer’s Market on Third and Fairfax. $5. For reservations or more information, call (323) 782-0435.

J-Tennis (25-45): 1:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tennis tournaments at Rancho Cheviot Park in West Los Angeles. $20. For more information, call (310) TENNIS-1.

Westside Singles Networking Club (30+): 2 p.m. Meet to hear a guest speaker and find business and social networks. $10. For more information, call (310) 828-7326.

Toastmasters: 6:30 p.m. Meet to improve public speaking skills, every Sunday. Westside JCC, 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (818) 508-9211.

Aish Speed Dating (40-60): 6:40 p.m. Introductions in a round robin format, at a local coffee shop. $20. For location, reservations or more information, call (310) 278-8672 ext. 403.

Westwood Jewish Singles (45+): 8 p.m. Coffee, Cake and Conversation discussion group on a variety of topics, every Sunday and Tuesday. $8. For more information, call (310) 444-8986.

MONDAY/27

Project Next Step (30s & 40s): 8 p.m. Coffee Talk, discussion group led by two rabbis covering political, economic and social issues. Coffee and pastries served. $5. Simon Wiesenthal Center, 9911 W. Pico Blvd., Suite 102, Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (310) 552-4595.

TUESDAY/28

Bridge For Singles (59+): 7:30 p.m. Intermediate players meet to play bridge at a private home every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday. $4. For more information, call (310) 398-9649.

WEDNESDAY/29

Volleyball Singles: 6 p.m. Play volleyball at Redondo Beach, followed by a no-host dinner, every Wednesday. For more information, call (310) 783-0689.

THURSDAY/30

Project Next Step (20s-40s): 8 p.m. Judaism 101, class on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. $10. Simon Wiesenthal Center, 9911 W. Pico Blvd., Suite 102, Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (310) 552-4595.

FRIDAY/31

East Coast Connection (21-35): 6:15 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Shabbat service, followed by dinner. For reservations or more information, call (310) 358-9930.

MONDAY/2

Singles Helping Others: 7 p.m. General meeting to plan events and activities. For more information, call (323) 769-1307.

Israeli Folk Dancing: 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Dance session with Israel Yakovee. Also: Lessons every Thursday with Michelle. $6. 2244 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (800) 750-5432.

TUESDAY/3

Singles Helping Others: 7:30 p.m. Fourth of July celebration at the Hollywood Bowl, with fireworks. $18. For reservations or more information, call (323) 851-9070.

Bridge for Singles (59+): 7:30 p.m. Intermediate players meet at a private West Los Angeles home. $4. For more information, call (310) 398-9649.

Jewish Association of Single Professionals (25-55): 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Independence dance party with appetizers, dessert and no-host bar. $20. Lush, 2020 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica. For more information, call (323) 656-7777.

Social Circle (35-59): 8 p.m. Blue Jeans Bash with a live Oldies band, dancing, food and drinks. $20 (members); $25 (nonmembers). Stephen S. Wise Temple, 15500 Stephen S. Wise Dr., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 476-8561.

Stu & Lew Productions (21-39): 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Fourth annual Summer Blowout dance party. $20 House of Blues, 8430 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles. For tickets or more information, call (310) 364-2301.

WEDNESDAY/4

L’Chaim Entertainment (21+): 9:30 p.m. Party with singers and a DJ playing international, salsa, Middle Eastern and hip-hop music. $10. Dinner available with reservations. Beverly Hills Cuisine, 9025 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. For more information, call (310) 289-4435.

Nexus (21-39): 2 p.m. Independence Day potluck picnic, with volleyball, canoeing, barbeque and fireworks at North Lake, Woodbridge, Irvine. For more information, call (714) 974-2279.

Jewish Singles Meeting Place (30’s-40’s): 5 p.m. Barbeque party at a private home in celebration of the 4th of July. For reservations or more information, call (818) 780-4809.

New Age Singles (55+): 2 p.m. Fourth of July potluck pool party. $3 (if accompanied by food); $10 (without food). For members only. For reservations or more information, call (310) 473-1391.

Jewish Single Parents & Singles Association: 3 p.m. Picnic with games and fireworks. Yorba Linda Middle School, 4845 Casa Loma Ave., Yorba Linda. For more information, call (909) 262-1788.

THURSDAY/5

Conversations!: 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker leads discussions with food and drinks, every Thursday. $15. For reservations or more information, call (310) 315-1078.

FRIDAY/6

New Age Singles (55+): 6:30 p.m. No-host dinner, followed by Shabbat services at Adat Shalom Temple. For reservations or more information, call (310) 854-0358.

UPCOMING

Palos Verdes Singles (35+): Sat., July 7, 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Dance party with dinner at a private home. $25. For reservations or more information, call (310) 372-6071.

New Start (30-75): Sun., Aug. 5. “A Romantic Evening With the Gatsbys,” event with food and drinks. For more information, call (310) 478-3137.