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By Keren Engelberg
Calendar
SHABBAT
Temple Beth Sholom: 9:15 a.m. Torah study followed by Shacharit service. 2625 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana. (714) 628-4600.
LECTURES
Valley Beth Shalom: 2 p.m. VBS Jewish Vegetarian Society hosts Marr Nealon on “The Health, Environmental and Ethical Benefits of a Vegan Diet.” Free. 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino.
(818) 349-2581.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Vanguard Theatre Ensemble: 2 p.m. Closing performance of the holiday play, “Greetings.” $10-$20. 120-A West Wilshire Ave., Fullerton. (714) 526-8007.
SILHO Furniture: 7-9 p.m. Final day of an exhibit featuring the pottery of Adam Silverman and hand-drawn images from Louise Bonnet. 142 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles. (323) 935-9955.
EVENTS
Temple Beth Torah: 6 p.m. Lecture and dinner with speaker Nancy Chaconas on “Identity Theft: Are You at Risk?” 7620 Foothill Road, Ventura. R.S.V.P. (805) 647-3221.
LECTURES
Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring:
Adat Ari El: 7:30-9 p.m. “Understanding the Middle East” with speaker Jonathon Dobrer. First in a three-part series. Wynn Meeting Room, 12020 Burbank Blvd., Valley Village. (818) 766-9426. Also, reservation deadline for a Jan. 9 Engel Chamber Music concert featuring The Verdehr Trio.
EVENTS
Skirball Cultural Center: Noon-9 p.m. “Celestial Nights: Visions of an Ancient Land” photography exhibit featuring Jerusalem and Sinai. Free. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 440-4500.
SINGLES
Aish L.A.: 11 a.m. Absolute Aish Kiddush to ease into the weekend. Aish Center, 9100 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 278-8672.
Jewish Singles, Meet (30s and 40s): 10:30 a.m. Get a close up look at the Rose Parade floats. Carpools available from Encino. R.S.V.P., (818) 750-0095.
Singles Helping Others: 7 p.m. Monthly meeting to plan volunteer events. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 591-0772.
G.E.E. Super Singles (55+): Reservation deadline for a Jan. 8 progressive dinner at Sportsmen’s Lodge. Studio City. (818) 501-0165.
Westwood Jewish Singles (45+): 7:30 p.m. Discussion with therapist Maxine Gellar on “Strategies for Meeting New People.” $10. R.S.V.P., (310) 444-8986.
Jewish Artist Network: Exhibit featuring the art of Aaron No One. Plush Design Lab, 207 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton.
At 82, Douglas has survived cancer, is married to the love of his life, Catherine Zeta-Jones, has been in iconic films including “Wall Street” and “Basic Instinct” and grew up with the pressure of having a famous father, the legendary actor Kirk Douglas.
What makes them special, in addition to their ethereal beauty, is that four of the paintings are of women; two others, while abstract, appear to reference the female.
PTSD diagnoses among children and adolescents in Israel rose almost 2.5-fold after Oct. 7. Clalit Health Services is reaching out to thousands of patients each week who have not reached out for any mental health treatment.
One day before the three-year anniversary of the Oct. 7th attacks, the father of slain hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin called for a national commission of inquiry, spoke about what comes next for him and Rachel, and said punishment for Israel’s failures is not what he seeks.
The memorial event was organized by StandWithUs in partnership with the Israeli-American Council (IAC), American Jewish Committee (AJC) Los Angeles, Temple of the Arts, the Consulate General of Israel and The Jewish Journal.
Among the evening’s highlights was an inspiring address by Israeli Paralympic champion Moran Samuel, 44, whose remarkable journey from tragedy to triumph captivated the audience.
Housing costs affect whether younger families can remain near grandparents, educators can live near schools and congregations can sustain participation across generations.
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