September 21, 2018
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Introduce Yourself: Sue Rosenblum

New Events

Chai-Lighted Events

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Introduce Yourself: Sue Rosenblum
What's Your Story?
What do Pac-Man Pasta, The Incredible Blue Mask, and Tempo Antacid all have in common? These were all products that Sue Rosenblum developed during her career in consumer marketing. Now Sue is retired but spending lots of time helping ChaiVillageLA with their marketing and communications.

New Events
Poetry-Writing Workshop

Whether you're an experienced poet or you would like to better express yourself, Julie Grass's Poetry-Writing Workshop will provide the instruction and inspiration you need.

6 Tuesdays, starting October 2 -7:00-8:30 PM
Home of Julie Grass

The Headlines and the Law

From immigration to Supreme Court appointments to the Mueller investigation, knowledge of legal issues helps our understanding of current events. Victor Gold, Professor of Law and Dean Emeritus at Loyola Law School, will discuss many of these issues and take our questions.

Friday, October 5 - 8:00 PM
Temple Isaiah
10345 Pico Blvd LA, 90064

Sign up Separately for Future Sessions of The Headlines and the Law:
  • Thursday, October 18 - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday, November 1 - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday, December 13 - 7:00 PM
Register Voters at NAMI

Team Isaiah walkers are welcome to help at our ChaiVillageLA Voter Registration Booth from 8:00 AM until the 10:00 AM start. We also need volunteers until noon as walkers return. Work with us or just come by to shmooze. Register here and also email your plans to [email protected].    

Saturday, October 6 - 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Grand Park Event Lawn, 227 N Spring St. LA 90012

Be in the Know About LAX

Would you like to know the latest plans for LAX? Samantha Bricker, Deputy Executive Director for Project Development and Coordination at LA World Airports, will share updates and insights on LAX construction projects.

Sunday, October 7 - 2:30-4:00 PM
Home of Ellen Isaacs & Lary Rappaport

Understanding the World News

Analyze the pundits. Share diverse views on the news around the world. Take part in a lively discussion. Led by member Myrna Hant.

Tuesday, October 9 - 10:00-11:30 AM
Temple Isaiah Library

Wisdom Circle: Ballot Initiatives

The Wisdom Circle is a monthly intellectual and social get-together for mature adults. This session will feature League of Women Voters speaker, Rosemary Enzer, who will speak about ballot initiatives.

Wednesday, October 10 - 10:45 AM-1:30 PM
Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel
300 N Clark Dr, LA 90211

6-Week Healthy Living Series

Improve the quality of your life by learning healthy living skills, such as making action plans, problem-solving, eating wisely, starting exercise routines and much more.

Every Tuesday, starting October 11 - 1:00-3:30 PM
Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel
300 N Clark Dr, LA 90211

Brown Bag Short Stories
Join us for a stimulating discussion of selected short stories. We'll each bring a "brown bag" lunch and dine as we discuss.

Friday, October 12 - 11:30-1:30 PM
Temple Isaiah Library

Chai-Lighted Events
Explore Our September Event Calendar!

Check out the exciting September calendar, full of educational and social events plus social action opportunities. Sign up online or call the office for help: 310-592-0321.

Check Out Our Website for Bridge Activities for Beginners
Intermediate Bridge
Interested in playing intermediate level bridge? Join our weekly game. We can accommodate up to four tables at once each Monday evening. To reserve your seat, register here or contact Radell Simon at (310) 466-0550 no later than Friday at 5:00 PM.

Monday, September 24 - 6:00-8:30 PM
Century Park Place Condo
10101 Galaxy Way, LA

Walk with a Rabbi

Each week ChaiVillagers plus a member of the clergy walk together around Rancho Park. Join us for a 2 mile walk around the park. Easy street parking.

Tuesday, September 25 - 8:15-9:15AM
Meet at Corner of Patricia & Cushdon

Sukkot Celebration & Dinner

Although you may not have the opportunity to build a Sukkah this year, thanks to ChaiVillageLA, you still have the opportunity to enjoy a festival meal in one. Please join ChaiVillageLA as we celebrate Sukkot by dining in the beautiful Temple Isaiah Sukkah.

Wednesday, September 26 - 5:30-7:30 PM
Temple Isaiah - Outside Deck
10345 W Pico Blvd, LA 90064
  
Volunteering at 826LA

Congratulations to members of ChaiVillageLA who have completed your volunteer orientation for 826LA. You are ready to start helping children with their writing skills. If you have completed your orientation, join us for our next Field Trip.

Monday, October 8 - 10:00AM - 1:00 PM
826LA
12515 Venice Blvd, LA 90066

Questions? Contact Barbara Marom-Pollack: [email protected] .
80's + Salon: Yes or No?
Join us for another conversation about ethics in challenging times moderated by Rabbi Zoë Klein Miles. Each session will focus on one topical question. We might ponder: "Are humanity's best days ahead of us?" "Is Political Correctness compatible with Free Speech?" and "Was Melania's jacket just a jacket?"

Thursday, September 27 - 1:00-3:00 PM
Temple Isaiah - Library
10345 W. Pico Blvd, LA 90064

Expo Trip: Santa Monica Pier & Tongva Park
Join us for an Expo tour that will tell the story of the two Santa Monica piers (yes, there were two). Tour Tongva Park and have lunch at the roof-top food court at Santa Monica Place.

Thursday, October 4 - 9:45 AM-1:30 PM
Meet at the Expo Sepulveda Station
11295 Exposition Blvd, LA 90064

Walk With NAMI

The 15th Annual NAMIWalks Los Angeles County event will take place at Grand Park, DTLA. Please join the Temple Isaiah Team and help people impacted by mental illness.

Saturday, October 6 - 8:00 AM
Grand Park Event Lawn, 227 N Spring St. LA 90012

Casual Stroll

We have added a new casual stroll in addition to our weekly walk around Rancho Park. Join us for this easy 1/2 mile walk around Holmby Park in Westwood (just north of Wilshire)every Thursday.

Thursday, October 11 - 9:00 AM
Meet at Corner of Beverly Glen & Comstock 

Need to Cancel an Event Registration?
Ever wonder what to do when you have to cancel an event registration? Unfortunately our website doesn't allow you to cancel your own registration. Please contact the office and let them know--call (310) 592-0321 or send an email.
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