Ryan Torok
Rubashkin: L.A. Rally Protests 27-Year Sentence
The announcement this week that Sholom Rubashkin had been sentenced to 27 years in prison for fraud prompted the Los Angeles Orthodox community to rally together Monday evening in support of Rubashkin, his family and the expected legal appeal of what many feel is a disproportionate punishment for a white-collar crime.
Rabbis, Other Faith Leaders and Non-clergy ‘Fast for Gaza’
One day each month, members of Ta’anit Tzedek — Jewish Fast for Gaza — a self-described “ad-hoc” initiative of over 100 rabbis and other faith leaders from all over the United States, refrain from eating or drinking anything except water. They hope to raise awareness of Israel’s blockade of Gaza, which they consider unsustainable, especially in light of the recent flotilla crisis.
Calendar Picks and Clicks for June 24–July 2, 2010
London-based singer-songwriter and alt-comedian Earl Okin, a veteran solo act with a cult fan base, brings his one-man music-comedy shtick to Los Angeles. Thu. 7:30 p.m. $25. Fields Pianos Recital Hall, 12121 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 476-6735.
Technology Conference Highlights Israel’s Business Side
The second annual Israel Conference, billed as a showcase of “incredible technology, amazing companies … from the shores of the Mediterranean to the shores of the Pacific,” drew a crowd of approximately 650 people to the Luxe Hotel in Bel Air on June 3.
Technology Conference Highlights Israel’s Business Side
The second annual Israel Conference, billed as a showcase of “incredible technology, amazing companies … from the shores of the Mediterranean to the shores of the Pacific,” drew a crowd of approximately 650 people to the Luxe Hotel in Bel Air on June 3.
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