Calendar (Special:Purim) & Singles

Calendar

SATURDAY

Temple Judea: 9:30 a.m. Torah study. 10 a.m. Shabbat morning service. 6601 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills. For more information, call (818) 758-3800.

Hannah Miriam Productions: 8:30 p.m. Art show reception. 9 p.m. “Every Woman’s Emergency Concert for Israel,” performers sing Ladino, Yiddish, Israeli and contemporary favorites in a concert to benefit Israeli families suffering from terrorist attacks. For women only. $18 (general admission); $10 (students and children under 13). Westwood Kehilla, 10523 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 358-0460.

Westside JCC: 7:30 p.m. Final performance of “The Golem.” $10 (members); $12 (nonmembers). 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (323) 938-2531 ext. 2225.

B’nai B’rith and Unidas: 7:30 p.m. The two organizations jointly host a dinner and bingo night. $25. Asociacion Argentina, 2100 N. Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank. For reservations or more information, call (818) 567-4108.

Valley Congregation for Humanistic Judaism: 10 a.m. Discussion of Purim from a humanist point of view. Community Room, Sherman Oaks Fashion Square. For more information, call (818) 761-6818.

SUNDAY

West Valley JCC: 2 p.m. Singer and dancer Tatjana Bordo performs her solo show of Broadway and movie tunes. $6 (members); $8 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Westside JCC: 3 p.m. Classical music concert conducted by Leon Guide. 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 938-2531 ext. 2225.

Congregation Mishkon Tephilo: 5 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Discussion and book signing with Edward Cohen, author of “The Natchez Jewish Experience” and “The Peddler’s Grandson: Growing Up Jewish in Mississippi.” 206 Main Street, Venice. For more information, call (310) 392-3029.

Valley Torah High School: 7 p.m. “Glittering Treasures” benefit auction. Shaarey Zedek Congregation, 12800 Chandler Blvd., Valley Village. For more information, call (818) 984-1805.

Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring and Sholem Community of los Angeles: 10:15 a.m. “Finding the keys to our secular Jewish identity” lecture and discussion series. This week: Yiddish folk music and secular Jewish life, with Susan Lerner and Hershl Hartman. $3 (members); $10 (nonmembers). Culver City Middle School, 4601 Elenda Street, Culver City. For more information, call (310) 552-2007.

Hadassah Southern California: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. “Life Savers: Organ donation and you,” panel discussion features actor Larry Hagman, a liver transplant recipient. $36. The Olympic Collection, 11301 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 276-0036.

Lasting Legacies: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Introductory seminar on researching family history, with Darlene Basch. $29. For more information, call (323) 937-4974.

Temple Isaiah: 6 a.m. Team Isaiah cyclists join the L.A. Marathon bike ride, others meet to cheer them on and celebrate afterward. For more information, call (310) 277-2772.

Jewish Vegetarians of Los Angeles: 2 p.m. A vegetarian approach to Passover, panel discussion led by Byron Kohn. Valley Beth Shalom Synagogue, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. For more information, call (818) 888-7271.

Women’s American ORT, Pico West Chapter: Noon. Monthly meeting with a lecture on herbal medicine. $6.50. Fu’s Palace Restaurant, 8751 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 653-0400.

Skirball Cultural Center: 2 p.m. Children’s literature series. This week: Stephanie Jacob Gordan and Judith Ross Enderle read their story “Something’s Happening on Calabash Street” followed by snacks from the book’s recipes. Free (adults); $5 (children). 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. For reservations, call (310) 440-4636.

Zimmer Discovery Children’s Museum: 1:30 p.m. The art of mask- and grogger-making, craft workshop for Purim. Free with paid museum admission: $5 (adults); $3 (children over 7); $2 (children 3-7). 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 761-8991.

Valley Beth Shalom: 10:30 a.m. Concert by children’s music group Parachute Express. $10 (in advance); $12 (at the door). 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. For reservations or more information, call (818) 343-5002.

MONDAY

Pacific Jewish Center: 8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. “Taking Your Mind Where It Has Never Been” Monday night lecture series with Rabbi David Lapin. $6. Doubletree Suites Hotel, 1707 Fourth Ave., Santa Monica. For more information, call (310) 581-1081.

Westside JCC: 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Printmaking class with artist Anita Klebanoff. Mondays through April 30. $50 (members); $60 (nonmembers). 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. To enroll or for more information, call (323) 938-2531 ext. 2225.

Beth Shir Sholom: 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Israeli dancing class for all levels of experience, with David Katz. $5 (members); $6 (nonmembers). 1827 California Ave., Santa Monica. For more information, call (310) 453-3361.

Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles: 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Widow/Widower bereavement support group for those 55 and older who have been widowed in the past 2 years. 22622 Vanowen Street, West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3338.

TUESDAY

University of Judaism: 11 a.m. 15 year-old violinist David Lisker performs as part of the “Young Artists” series. $10 (concert only); $20 (concert and luncheon). Gindi Auditorium, 15600 Mulholland Drive, Bel Air. For more information, call (310) 476-9777 ext. 283.

Jewish Community Library of Los Angeles: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. “Jews of the West: Pioneer Spirit” lecture and book-signing with author Harriet Rochlin. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. For reservations, call (323) 761-8648.

University of Judaism: 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Rabbi Debra Orenstein joins David Shapiro in a discussion of his book “The Promise of God.” $20. 15600 Mulholland Drive, Bel Air. To register or for more information, call (310) 440-1246.

Kehillat Ma’arav: Class on the reasons behind Jewish customs and ceremonies, taught by Dr. Fern Margolis. 1715 21st Street, Santa Monica. For more information, call (310) 829-0566.

WEDNESDAY

Fairfax Community Adult School: 12:30 p.m.-3:45 p.m. Beginners’ Hebrew class. $3. 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Writing your life story. Iranian American Jewish Center, 1317 N. Crescent Heights, Los Angeles. For more information on the Hebrew class, call (323) 931-3208; on the life story class, call (323) 848-9825.

Temple Israel of Hollywood: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. “A Time to Prepare,” six-session discussion panel series. This week: “Caring for the Caregiver.” $10. 7300 Hollywood Blvd. For reservations or more information, call (323) 876-8330.

Valley Beth Shalom: 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. “Megillot: The scrolls unrolled,” lecture series. This week: The Book of Esther, with Rabbi Tracee Rosen. 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. For more information, call (818) 788-6000 ext. 619.

Conejo Jewish Academy: 8 p.m. “The Holidays of Redemption,” class on the historical significance of Purim and Passover. Wednesdays through March 21. $18. 30345 Canwood St., Agoura hills. To enroll, call (818) 991-0991.

THURSDAY

Adat Ari El Senior Club: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekly meeting with entertainment and bingo. 12020 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood. For more information, call (818) 764-4532.

Valley Storefront, Jewish Family Service: 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Caregivers support group, for people caring for someone with a chronic physical illness. 12821 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood. for more information, call (818) 984-1380.

FRIDAY

Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim: 8 p.m. Purim Shabbat service features dedication of historic stained glass windows. 6000 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 931-7023.

PURIM

SUNDAY, Mar. 4

Yeshiva of Los Angeles: 9:30 a.m. Rabbi Elazar Muskin presents “Halachot of Purim: The cutting edge.” 10:45 a.m. Rabbi Asher Brander presents “Purim Unmasked: Insights of the Vilna Gaon on Megillat Esther.” Beit Midrash, behind Washington Mutual Bank at Roxbury and Pico. For more information, call (310) 229-0960.

Adat Shalom: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Purim carnival with pony rides, bumper cars, carnival and craft booths. 3030 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 446-2008.

Eretz Alliance School: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival. 6170 Wilbur Ave., Reseda. For more information, call (818) 344-3121.

Adat Ari El: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Purim carnival with rides, games, and food. 12020 Burbank Blvd., Valley Village. For more information, call (818) 766-9426.

Kehillat Ma’arav: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Community Purim carnival with rides, games, petting zoo and food. Sponsored by Kehillat Ma’arav, Mishkon Tephilo, Bay Cities JCC and B’nai Tikvah. 1715 21st Street, Santa Monica. For more information, call (310) 829-0566.

Temple Beth Am: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Purim carnival with climbing mountain, bungee ride, pony rides, ferris wheel, dunk tank, magic show and crafts. 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 652-7353 ext. 212.

Temple Menorah: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Purim carnival with slide, pony rides, moonbounce, games and prizes. 1101 Camino Real, Redondo Beach. For more information, call (310) 316-8444.

Temple Ner Tamid of Downey: Noon. Lunch Bunch youth activities group, baking hamantashen. 10629 Lakewood Blvd., Downey. For more information, call (562) 861-9276.

Temple Etz Chaim: 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with food, pony rides, silent auction, games and prizes. 1080 Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. For more information, call (805) 497-6891.

Yavneh Hebrew Academy: 4 p.m. Kids’ Purim concert featuring The Shirettes. 5353 W. Third Ave., Los Angeles. For tickets, call (310) 838-6978.

TUESDAY, MAR. 6

Kehillat Israel: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Purim carnival with games, rides and Kosher food. Pacific Park, Santa Monica Pier. $15 (in advance); $20 (at the pier). For more information, call (310) 459-2328.

THURDAY, MAR. 8

Temple Emanuel: 6 p.m. Megillah reading. 7 p.m. Disco Purim shpiel. Bring a box of food that makes noise when shaken, as a noisemaker and donation for SOVA. 300 N. Clark Drive, Beverly Hills. For more information, call (310) 274-6388.

B’nai Tikvah Congregation: 6 p.m. Children of the religious school present a Purim shpiel. 6:30 p.m. Megillah reading. 5820 W. Manchester Ave., Westchester. For more information, call (310) 645-6262.

Chabad of Westchester: 6 p.m. Megillah reading with slide show, entertainment and a children’s masquerade. $7 (suggested donation). Radisson Hotel, 6161 W. Centinela, Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (310) 417-8500.

Congregation Mogen David: 6:30 p.m. Megillah reading. 8:15 p.m. Puppet show. 9717 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 556-5609.

Chabad of the Conejo: 7 p.m. Purim festival includes a
“Journey Through Shushan,” with a ballroom decorated as the Persian capital city
where the Purim story unfolds. $4 (individual); $15 (family). Hyatt Westlake
Plaza Hotel, 880 S. Westlake Blvd. For more information, call (818)
991-0991.

Big Fun Productions: 7 p.m.-after midnight. Purim extravaganza with entertainment from MC Schwartzie, Peter Himmelman, Happy Minyan Band, Gregg Fisher Band and comedians. Megillah readings at 7, 9 and 11 p.m. $15. Writers Guild Theater, 135 S. Doheny Drive. For more information, call (310) 285-7777.

SAT. MARCH 8

Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim: 7 p.m. Purim costume party with the Gay Gezunt Klezmer Band, puppet show, dancing and Purim shpiel. Free (members); $5 (nonmembers). 6000 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 931-7023.

B’nai Tikvah Congregation: 8 p.m. “Fine and Fancy Purim Ball” with music, dancing and food. $25. 5820 W. Manchester Blvd., Westchester. For more information, call (310) 645-6262.

SUN. MARCH 11

North Valley JCC: 7:30 a.m. Rummage sale. 10 a.m. Purim carnival with games, rides and a children’s costume parade. 16601 Rinaldi Street, Granada Hills. For more information, call (818) 360-2211.

Temple Akiba: 9:30 a.m. Megillah reading. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Purim carnival. 5249 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City. For more information, call (310) 398-5783.

University Synagogue: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Purim carnival with silent auction, rides, games and prizes. 11960 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 472-1255.

Leo Baeck Temple: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Purim carnival with petting zoo, food, games and entertainment by singer/storyteller Diana Shmiana. 11 a.m. Megillah reading. 1300 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 476-2861.

Temple Beth Shalom: 10 a.m.-noon. Megillah reading, Torah school children’s Purim play, and costume parade. Noon-4 p.m. Purim carnival with games, face painting and prizes. 14564 Hawes Street, Whittier. For more information, call (562) 941-8744.

Temple Ahavat Shalom: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with rides, face painting and music. 18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge. For more information, call (818) 360-2258.

Temple Judea: 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Street closed for the Purim carnival, with games, rides and prizes. 5429 Lindley Ave., Tarzana. For more information, call (818) 758-3800.

Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring and Sholem Community School: 10:30 a.m. Lomir Ale Zingen Chorus and Sholem students perform Purim songs. Culver City Middle School, 4601 Elenda Street, Culver City. For more information, call (310) 552-2007.

Westside JCC: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with games, pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, clowns and moonbounce. Bring a can of food for SOVA for a free game ticket. 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 938-2531.

West Valley JCC: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with games, pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, clowns and moonbounce. Bring a can of food for SOVA for a free game ticket. 22622 Vanowen Street, West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Temple Isaiah: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with magic show, pony rides, petting zoo, slide, obstacle course and costume pageant. 10345 W. Pico Blvd. For more information, call (310) 277-2772.

Burbank Temple Emanu El: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Purim carnival with games, face painting, caricaturist, costume contest and parade. 1302 N. Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank. For more information, call (818) 845-1734.

Singles

SATURDAY

Singles Helping Others: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Volunteering for Best Buddies Picnic and Run. Griffith Park. For more information, call (323) 851-9070.

Jewish Singles Dining Club (30’s-40’s): 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Dinner party at a fine restaurant in Beverly Hills. For more information, call (310) 884-8604 .

Jewish Single Parents and Singles Association: 7 p.m. Dinner and Bowling. Meet at Yang Ming Garden Chinese Restaurant, 1866 N. Tustin Ave., Orange. For reservations, call (714) 249-9451.

New Age Singles (55+): Film, dinner and conversation in West L.A. For reservations or more information, call (323) 874-9937.

Elite Jewish Theatre Singles: 6 p.m. “Judging Amy,” seminar and panel discussion with the television show’s stars and creative staff. $15. For tickets or more information, call (310) 203-1312.

Jewish Association of Single Professionals: 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Brentwood cocktail party with live jazz trio and dance music. $20. Bicycle Shop Cafe, 12217 Wilshire Blvd. For more information, call (323) 656-7777.

SUNDAY

Jewish Singles Meeting Place (30’s-40’s): 11 a.m. Going to the horse races at Santa Anita, in Arcadia. Carpooling available. $5. For more information, call (818) 893-4879.

New Horizons Senior Singles: 2 p.m.-4 p.m. The West Valley JCC group will attend a performance of the “Tatjana” dance and music show. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Jewish Federation of Orange County, Young Business and Professionals (25-45): Lox, bagel and cream cheese brunch at a private home in Newport Beach. Minimum gift of $72 to the Jewish Federation Annual Campaign required. For more information, call (714) 755-5555 ext. 225.

Business and Professional Singles: 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Gala dinner dance, with pasta buffet and live music. $13 (members); $16 (guests). Fourth floor ballroom, Radisson Valley Hotel, 15433 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. For more information, call (818) 761-0179.

L.A.’s Best Connections: Planning a trip to Las Vegas. For more information, call (323) 782-0435.

Westwood Jewish Singles (45+): 8 p.m. Coffee, cake and conversation. Professionally led discussion group. Also meets Tue., 7:30 p.m. $8. For more information, call (310) 444-8986.

MONDAY

Israeli Folk Dancing: 8 p.m. All levels of experience welcome, with instructor Israel Yakovie. Lessons until 9 p.m.; open session 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Also meets Thursday. $5. 2244 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (800) 750-5432.

New Age Singles (55+): Torah study and socializing at a West L.A. location. $3 (members); $5 (guests). For more information, call (310) 659-5868.

TUESDAY

West Valley JCC: 8 p.m.-midnight. Israeli Folk dancing
with James Zimmer. Instruction until 9:15 p.m.; open dancing until midnight. $5
(members); $6 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills. For more information,
call (818) 464-3311.

Bridge for Singles (59+): Intermediate players meet in a private home in West Los Angeles and Santa Monica areas. Also meets Saturday and Thursday. $4. For more information, call (310) 398-9649.

Bridge Group (60+): 7:30 p.m. Intermediate players only. Private homes in Santa Monica and West L.A. area. Also Sunday and Thursday. $4. For more information, call (310) 398-6558.

WEDNESDAY

Jewish Singles Meeting Place (30’s-40’s): 7 p.m. Barbecue dinner at Rosie’s in Northridge. For reservations or more information, call (818) 705-8213.

Westside JCC: 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Salsa and other Latin dances class for Jewish singles with instructor Yossi Conde. $4 (members); $5 (nonmembers). 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 938-2531 ext. 2228.

THURSDAY

Project Next Step (20’s-30’s): 7:30 p.m. “The Ethical Screen,” class watches clips from contemporary television series and movies, and discusses the ethical implications of the topics. Followed by refreshments and schmoozing. Led by Rabbi Yitzchak Etshalom. 9911 W. Pico Blvd., Suite 102, Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 552-4595 ext. 27.

Conversations!: 7:30 p.m. Singles group with a guest speaker every Thursday night. Light dinner served. $15. 820 Harvard St., Santa Monica. For reservations, call (310) 315-1078.

FRIDAY

Jewish Association of Single Professionals: 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Studio City cocktail party and dance with live music and DJ. $20. Pasion Supper Club, 12215 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. For more information, call (323) 656-7777.

Singles International (28-49): 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Cocktail and dance party with catered dinner and DJ. $20. West End Racquet Club, Torrance. For more information, call (310) 541-2154.

UPCOMING

Elite Jewish Theatre Singles: Sun., March 11, 2 p.m. Going to see “Mamma Mia!” $65. Sat., March 24, 8 p.m. Going to see “West Side Story,” in the Glendale area. $21. No host dinner social will precede each show. Pre-paid reservations required. For reservations or more information, call (310) 203-1312.

Jewish Singles Vacations (30-49): April 28-May 9. Jewish singles’ trip to Italy. Itinerary includes Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan. For more information, call (617) 782-3396.