Calendar & Singles

SATURDAY/21

Temple Isaiah: 9:00 a.m. Torah study followed by Shabbat service. 10345 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 277-2772

Temple Akiba: 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Comedy performance by improv group Off the Wall, with music and refreshments. $25. 5249 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City. For more information, call (310) 398-5783.

PBS: 8 p.m. “Schindler’s List,” winner of seven Academy Awards, in recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day. For more information, call (212) 708-3000.

SUNDAY/22

Magbit Foundation: Noon p.m.-7 p.m. After Passover picnic with games and prizes, carnival rides, face painting, sidewinder climbing wall, kosher barbeque and kosher hot dogs. $50 (adults), $60 (at the door); $25 (children 4-16), $35 (at the door). Hidden Valley Park, Irvine. For directions or more information, call (310) 858-6020.

Temple Ner Tamid: 5:30 p.m. Gala celebrating the congregation’s 40th anniversary and honoring “man of the year” Henry Bear. With comedy act by Archie Barkan, musical performances, cocktails and dinner. $100. Cerritos Sheraton Hotel. For reservations or more information, call (562) 861-9276.

Temple Bet Yahm: 7 p.m. Hadassah Lieberman, wife of Senator Joseph Lieberman, speaks on the campaign experience and her activism in Jewish causes, followed by a reception at a private home. $36 (general admission); $18 (seniors over 65); free (full-time students). 1011 Camelback Street, Newport Beach. For more information, call (949) 644-1999.

Project Chicken Soup: 8 a.m. Help cook hot kosher meals and deliver them to people with AIDS. Hirsh Kosher Kitchen, 338 N. Fairfax Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (323) 655-5330.

MONDAY/23

OASIS Older Adult Program: 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Lecture on Islam. Pierce College, Life Sciences Bldg. ‘1728, 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills. For more information, call (818) 710-4163.

Jewish Family Service: 2 p.m. “Sleeping Disorders,” lecture by Rachael Guth and discussion. 12821 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood. For more information, call (818) 984-0276.

West Valley JCC: 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Lecture by gerontologist Dr. Dan Osterweil as part of “The Doctor is In” program every Monday. Free (members); $4 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen Street, West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Kehillat Ma’arav: 7:30 p.m. Dr. Arthur Gross Schaefer, speaks about “The Good, Bad, and the Ugly: Effective Jewish Ethics,” followed by a dessert reception. $12 (in advance); $15 (at the door). 1715 21st St., Santa Monica. For reservations or more information, call (310) 829-0566.

West Valley JCC: 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Yiddish music and conversation class every Monday. Free (members); $4 (nonmembers). 22622 Vanowen Street, West Hills. For more information, call (818) 464-3300.

Yeshiva of Los Angeles: 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Ulpan class, level I, every Monday. Beth Jacob Congregation, 9030 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 229-0958.

TUESDAY/24

Women’s American ORT: Noon. Luncheon meeting to celebrate the holidays with Jewish Harmonica Group. $7. Fu’s Palace, 8751 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 552-1514.

Jewish Family Service: 2:15 p.m. Support group for married, single or widowed women explores feelings of loss, illness, the aging process, interpersonal relationships and life changes. 12821 Victory Blvd., North Hollywood. For more information, call (818) 984-1380.

University of Judaism: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Workshop on life after retirement, led by Judith Sommerstein. 15600 Mulholland Dr., Bel Air. For more information, call (310) 476-9777.

Congregation Tiffereth Jacob: 7 a.m. Learner’s Minyan second and fourth Tuesday of every month. 1829 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach. For more information, call (310) 542-9426.

Project Next Step: 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. “The Oldest Legal System: A brief overview of Jewish law,”first of four part lecture series every Tuesday. $50 (4 class series). 9911 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 552-4595 ext. 27.

WEDNESDAY/25

B’nai Tikvah Congregation: 7:45 p.m. In observance of Israel’s independence day, the soldiers who died protecting Israel in the 1948 War of Independence and other battles are commemorated. 5820 W. Manchester Ave., Westchester. For more information, call (310) 645-6262.

Jewish Music Commission: 7:30 p.m. “From Darkness Into Light,”choral concert relaying Holocaust experiences and honoring Israel’s 53rd year of independence. $10. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. For tickets or more information, call (818) 788-6000.

Adat Ari El Sisterhood: 11 a.m. Erin Brockovich honored with Woman of Significance Award. $35. Sportsmen’s Lodge, 12833 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. For more information, call (818) 766-9426.

THURSDAY/26

Adat Ari El: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Senior Club meets Thursdays for entertainment, to go on trips and play bingo. For location or more information, call (818) 764-4532.

Temple Aliyah: Noon-1:30 p.m. “Lunch and Learn” discussion about this week’s Torah text with Rabbi Vogel. 6025 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills. For more information, call (818) 346-3545.

Congregation Mishkon Tephilo: 8 p.m. “Jews in Venice Do Not Live On an Island,” panel discussion regarding community change. 206 Main Street, Venice. For more information, call (310) 392-3029.

Yeshiva of Los Angeles: 8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. “What Makes the World Tick? Perspectives of a master kabbalist,” lecture by David Krich every Thursday. Mogen David Congregation, 9717 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 229-0958.

FRIDAY/27

University Synagogue: 6 p.m. Rabbi Arnold Rachlis and cantor Ruti Braier lead family services in celebration of Israel’s 53rd year of independence with music, stories and folk dancing after a pizza dinner. 4915 Alton Parkway, Irvine. For reservations or more information, call (949) 553-3535.

Cheviot Hills Senior Citizens’ Club: 10:45 a.m. Meets for entertainment, trips, bingo, guest speakers, book reports and luncheons. Today: Jerome Elliot, singer and comedian. $1.50 (members); $1.75 (nonmembers). For location or more information, call (310) 652-7508.

UPCOMING

The Council of Israeli Organizations: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., April 29. Israeli festival to celebrate 53 years of Israel’s independence includes entertainment, fashion show, Israeli dancing, carnival rides, Heritage Pavilion, petting zoo and much more. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys. For more information, call (818) 757-0123.

Singles

SATURDAY/21

New Age Singles (55+): 7 p.m. Dinner and dance party with music by Alan Weiss and line dance lessons. $12. (members and men before 8 p.m.); $15 (guests). University Synagogue, 11960 Sunset Blvd., Brentwood. For more information, call (310) 473-1391.

Palos Verdes Singles: 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Party with appetizers, featuring vocalist Deon James singing Neil Diamond songs. $17. Manhattan Beach Marriott Hotel. For directions or more information, call (310) 372-6071.

Jewish Singles Meeting Place (30’s- 40’s): 11:30 a.m. Meet at Dodgers Stadium to watch the game between the Dodgers and the San Diego Padres. Carpooling available from Encino. $10. For tickets or more information, call (818) 780-4809.

SUNDAY/22

New Age Singles (55+): 2 p.m. Meet for table games including bridge, Rummy Que, Trivial Pursuit, Boggle and Scrabble, followed by a no-host dinner at a nearby restaurant. $3 (members); $5 (guests). For reservations, location or more information, call (310) 473-1391.

Klutz Productions (21-39): 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Dance party with
DJ Kev E. Kev playing world beat music and cigar room. $10. The Conga Room, 5364
Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, e-mail klutzproductions@aol.com .

MONDAY/23

Israeli Dance Session: 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Open dance session every Monday with Michelle Yakovie. Also, Thursdays, dance lessons for beginners. $6. 2244 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (800) 750-5432.

Bridge for Singles (60+): 7:30 p.m. Intermediate players meet every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. $4. 4111 Via Marina, Marina Del Rey. For more information, call (310) 398-6558.

TUESDAY/24

Westwood Jewish Singles (45+): 7:30 p.m. Dessert and discussion every Tuesday. Also meets Sundays, 8 p.m. $8. For location or more information, call (310) 444-8986.

WEDNESDAY /25

Stephen S. Wise Temple: 7 p.m. “Lawrence the Psychic,” lecture with readings and discussion regarding hunches and vibes about people encountered on a daily basis. $12. (members); $16 (guests). For more information, call (310) 476-8561.

THURSDAY/26

Project Next Step (20’s and 30’s): 7 p.m. “Does Television Dictate or Reflect Our Values?,” lecture by speaker Michael Glouberman, Golden Globe-winning producer and writer for “Malcolm in the Middle” and “3rd Rock From the Sun.” $5. 9911 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. For reservations or more information, call (310) 552-4595 ext. 21.

Conversations!: 7:30 p.m. Guest speakers, discussions, socializing, appetizers and drinks every Thursday. $15. 820 Harvard St., Santa Monica. For reservations or more information, call (310) 315-1078.

Westwood Kehilla (25-45): 8:15 p.m. “Endgame: How close to the Messianic Redemption are we – and how can we really know?,” discussion based on the Pardes sourcebooks, followed by refreshments. 10523 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, call (310) 441-5289.

FRIDAY/27

Jewish Association of Single Professionals: 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Dance party with appetizers, dessert, and live music by Dalena, Casa Blanca and acclaimed DJ David Katz. $20 Pasion Club, 12215 Ventura Blvd., Studio City. For more information, call (323) 656-7777.

405 Jewish Singles (22-45): 7:30 p.m. Shabbat service, socializing and refreshments every last Friday of the month. Temple Menorah, 1101 El Camino Real, Redondo Beach. For more information, call (562) 426-6413.

UPCOMING

Kosher Meet Market: Sat., Apr. 28, 7 p.m. Dinner, swing lessons and dancing. $10 (cover). The Derby. For reservations, location or more information, call (818) 654-9978.