SHABBAT SERVICE

Just past the halfway point of Passover, Temple Ahavat Shalom brings together Shabbat and the holiday. Following the traditional Yizkor service that opens the evening, Kabbalat Shabbat is next and then comes a community seder. 5:30 p.m. Yizkor. 6 p.m. services and seder. Temple Ahavat Shalom, 18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge. (818) 360-2258. https://www.tasnorthridge.org/calendar/

PASSOVER PERFORMANCE

The show begins after Shabbat services at Temple Akiba. Inspired by the Exodus story, “NAMES” is a lively dance theater work that explores how Jews’ ancestral experiences of bondage, freedom and redemption continue to shape lives. A portion of the performance will be shared during Shabbat services. 6:30 p.m. Shabbat services. 8 p.m. performance. Temple Akiba, 5249 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City. (310) 398-5783. https://www.templeakiba.net/main-calendar

“WHAT IF …”

Promising a one-of-a-kind multimedia adventure immediately after Shabbat services, a single question will ring through at Temple Judea. Relating the Passover story through theatre, art, music and food, the temple asks, ‘What if we are commanded to see ourselves as if we left Egypt?’ Along with a kosher-for-Passover-style dinner, enjoy synagogue percussionist MB Gordy, accompanied by his Grammy-winning world music group Opium Moon. Show is sold out; to be placed on the waitlist, email Rachel Cohen at rcohen@templejudea.com. 7:15 p.m. $50 members, $75 general. Temple Judea, 5429 Lindley Ave., Tarzana. (818) 758-3800. https://portal.templejudea.com/event/a-multi-media-passover-experience-with-opium-moon-.html

PESACH MURDER MYSTERY

A unique program for Shabbat, Temple Israel of Hollywood (TIOH) presents “Yachad Passover Murder Mystery.” TIOH’s 20s and 30s perform a whodunnit: A plague-filled slaying of the first-born on an evening of tasty treats, adult beverages, costumes, props — and Passover. Presented in partnership with the Jewish Federation Los Angeles and NuRoots, TIOH’s young adults initiative, as part of their “Collective Burn” series of Passover events. 7:30 pm. $10. Temple Israel of Hollywood, 7300 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles. (323) 876-8330. https://tioh.org/event/yachad-passover/

TEMPLE BOOKCLUB

Coinciding with the 75^th anniversary of the publication of George Orwell’s seminal novel “Nineteen-Eighty-Four,” Open Temple’s Co-Creator Bookclub will plunge into the text this morning over tea and treats. Orwell projected a nightmarish totalitarian, bureaucratic world. 10 a.m. Open Temple House, 1422 Electric Ave., Venice. (310) 821-1414. https://opentemple.org/co-creator-bookclub/

“OUR NAME IS BARBRA”

“Our Name Is Barbra,” a musical celebration of Barbra Streisand’s birthday, features 32 performers celebrating the music of the iconic Jewish singer, actor and filmmaker. Directed by Clifford Bell, the 26^th anniversary cabaret show of Broadway tunes and popular songs features comic/actor Shelly Goldstein, actress Anastasia Barzee and recording artist Shawn Ryan, among others, while raising funds for Project Angel Food, which feeds people impacted by serious illness. AIDS activist Mary Fisher makes a special appearance. 7:30 p.m. $45-$135. Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. (323) 466-2210. https://www.ournameisbarbra.com

“AMEN EFFECT” WORKSHOP

Taking its title from IKAR Rabbi Sharon Brous’ new book “The Amen Effect,” this interactive, hands-on IKAR workshop uses the Jewish Studio Process of creating in community to explore “The Art and Practice of the Amen Effect” in our own lives. IKAR members Ann Bohrer and Ross Berman facilitate. Additional sessions held May 5, 12. 3-5 p.m. $72 includes studio, materials fee. (323) 634-1870. To register, visit eventbrite.com/e/the-art-and-practice-of-the-amen-effect-in-person-edition-registration-874832747297?aff=oddtdtcreator.

SKIRBALL PUPPET FEST

Puppets of many shapes and sizes will be walking, stomping – even air-bound – across the grounds of the Skirball Cultural Center. Slide and shimmy during two fun puppet parties when fans and puppeteers enjoy live music together. Participants include Blackstreet USA Theatre, Bob Baker Marionette Theater and The Zupeteers. Noon-5 p.m.  $20 adults, $15 seniors, students, $13 children 2-17Members and children under 2, free. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 440-4500. https://www.skirball.org/programs/skirball-puppet-festival

YOUTH POETS

In recognition of poetry month, young poets from Get Lit visit Holocaust Museum LA and recite poems from some of the 15,000 children under the age of 15 who passed through the Terezin concentration camp. The nonprofit Get Lit was founded in 2006 by educator Diane Luby Lane to increase youth literacy through poetry and visual media. The poets read from “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” a compilation of poems and drawings. A Q&A follows. 3 p.m. Free. Holocaust Museum LA, 100 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles. (323) 651-3704. RSVP at https://www.holocaustmuseumla.org/event-details/i-never-saw-another-butterfly-a-poetry-dialogue-between-past-and-present.

“A GUIDE FOR PERPLEXED”

“Trump & The GOP: A Guide for the Perplexed” is the headline when Norm Ornstein, a political analyst and scientist with the American Enterprise Institute, is interviewed by Larry Mantle. The weekly Zoom program is organized by Jews United for Democracy and Justice. 5 p.m. Register for the online-only program at jewsunitedfordemocracy.org/event/may-1-ornstein-mantle/.

YIDDISH CULTURE WEBINAR

You have heard about Yiddish theater and Yiddish culture — but how much do you know? UCLA Professor of Yiddish Miri Koral launches a three-part webinar at the Holocaust Museum LA exploring the influence of Yiddish on theater, film, literature and pop culture. Additional sessions held May 8, 15. 4-5 p.m. $36 for the three-course series. RSVP at https://www.holocaustmuseumla.org/event-details/yiddish-culture-whats-in-it-for-us.

“THIRTEEN”

The film “Thirteen,” being screened at Sinai Temple, is the story of a mother fighting to have a bat mitzvah for her nonverbal, developmentally disabled and terminally ill daughter. But her synagogue refuses to break from tradition. After the screening, Sinai Temple Co-Senior Rabbi Erez Sherman leads a panel discussion with the writer, filmmakers and three actresses. 7-9 p.m. Sinai Temple, Barad Hall. 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 474-1518. RSVP at https://www.sinaitemple.org/event/private-screening-of-thirteen-and-panel-discussion/.

COMMUNITY CHALLAH BAKE

With the holiday of Passover behind us, it’s time to refocus on Shabbat and the centerpiece that is challah. Nessah holds a Community Challah Bake with attractions, including motivational speaker Sarah Pachter, along with songs and music for the soul by Aliza. All materials provided. Refreshments served. Part of the proceeds benefit wounded IDF soldiers. 7 p.m. $26 if purchased online, $32 at the door. Nessah, 142 S. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills. More details at info@nessah.organd https://www.nessah.org/event/challahbake.html.

“CORRIE REMEMBERS”

The theatrical production “Corrie Remembers,” staged at the Sephardic Temple, relates the true story of Dutch Holocaust survivor Corrie Ten Boom. Along with her family, she risked her life to rescue about 800 Jews, a tribute to the values of courage, humanity, love and forgiveness. 7 p.m. Sephardic Temple, 10500 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 475-7000. https://sephardictemple.org/event/corrie-remembers/

FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE”

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Zak Williams, a mental health advocate and the son of late actor Robin Williams, appears at Sinai Temple to discuss “From Pain to Purpose.” The presentation and interactive conversation focuses on destigmatizing mental health challenges and the power of service in transforming grief and suffering.Organized by the Sinai Temple Mental Health Center. 7-9 p.m. $10. Sinai Temple, 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.(310) 474-1518.  Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-pain-to-purpose-tickets-876213025747?aff=oddtdtcreator.

YOM HASHOAH SCREENINGS

Ahead of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), join the Sephardic Educational Center for the screening of two important films. “Rescuing Memory,” a 32-minute documentary, chronicles the history of Sephardic Jews on the Island of Rhodes, including those who were deported to Auschwitz during the war. The 80-minute docudrama, “The Students of Umberto Primo,” tells the story of the Holocaust’s impact on young, vibrant students in Greece. 7:30 p.m. $18 general admission, $10 students. Music Hall Theater, 9036 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. To purchase tickets, visit facebook.com/secjerusalem