July 13, 2018
In This Issue
Our Condolences-Richard Siegel

Thank You Ellen Isaacs

Introduce Yourself

Welcome ChaiVillageLA Intern

News from Our Director

ChaiVillageLA in the News

Our Village in Action

New Events

Chai-Lighted Events

Welcome New Members

Kehillah
Our Condolences
Richard Siegel
It is with great sadness that we inform you that our ChaiVillageLA founder and dear friend Richard Siegel passed away on July 12. After a few years of fighting cancer, his condition worsened this week and he passed away peacefully surrounded by family and close friends. Our thoughts are with Richard's wife, Rabbi Laura Geller, their children, and their family during this difficult time.

For those wishing to read Hebrew Union College's tribute to Richard, please click here.
UPDATED FUNERAL AND SHIVA INFORMATION:

The funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 15 at 1:00 PM at the Corwin Family Sanctuary at Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills (300 N. Clark Drive, Beverly Hills 90211).

The service will be followed by a graveside ceremony at Mt. Sinai Simi Valley (6150 Mount Sinai Drive, Simi Valley 93063).

Please note that this is updated information on the location of Shiva: Shiva will be held at Laura and Richard's home (10552 Putney Road, LA 90064) beginning on Sunday, July 15 at 8 PM as well as Monday, July 16 through Thursday, July 19 at 7:30 PM. For those with concerns about climbing stairs, an outside chairlift is available.

Messages of condolence can be sent to Rabbi Laura Geller at 10552 Putney Road, LA 90064.

Donations in memory of Richard Siegel to ChaiVillageLA may be made by clicking here.


May Richard's memory forever be a blessing.
Thank You Ellen Isaacs
Executive Committee Member Stepping Down

ChaiVillageLA is deeply grateful to Ellen Isaacs, who was involved in the shaping of the village from its earliest days. In our earliest days, Ellen co-chaired the Research and External Networking Committees and, once the village was established, served as Co-Vice Chair and Co-Chair. Ellen made many valuable contributions in the area of strategic planning, the legal arena, grant-writing, community events and much more.

Read Ellen's interesting story below.
Introduce Yourself
What's Your Story?

Hi, I'm Ellen Isaacs. What's my story? I've practiced law, started and run an affordable housing project and served as Transportation Deputy for former Assemblyman Mike Feuer. I've drunk shark soup in Hong Kong, won third place playing piano in a LA County Bach Festival and run the LA marathon at age 49! There's lots more to tell... Read More About Ellen
Welcome ChaiVillageLA Intern
Welcome Amanda Collin
Amanda Collin, who is now serving as the ChaiVillageLA Health Program Intern, grew up in London and later lived in Israel. She is the HR Manager and Executive Assistant to the Executive Director at Temple Emanuel. Amanda just graduated CSUN with a BS in Public Health. She is finishing her degree by serving as a ChaiVillage Intern for two months.
News from Our Director
Away Message from Devorah
I'll be out of the office July 12-18. Although I'll be checking my phone and email for emergency messages, I will return non-urgent inquiries upon my return on July 19.
ChaiVillageLA in the News
Jewish Journal
Beverly Press
Beverly Courier
ChaiVillageLA is getting good press! Thanks to village member and public relations expert Barbara Meltzer, our 2nd Anniversary Celebration was covered in LA area publications including the Jewish Journal. Thanks also to village member and professional photographer Barry Levine for his great shots.
Our Village in Action
VOTER REGISTRATION TRAINING: ChaiVillageLA members gathered at the home of Idelle and Peter Davidson to attend a training by the League of Women Voters. According to Idelle, the organizer of the event, "I think we now have the tools to register and encourage more people to vote in November and in 2020."
UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD'S NEWS: ChaiVillagers packed the room, eager to share their views and make sense of the latest world news. Many thanks to member Myrna Hant for her excellent moderating skills.
New Events
Special Summer Concert
Summer concert under the stars at a private home in Brentwood, featuring the beautiful voices of Cantorial Soloist Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen, Cantor Tifani Coyot and Cantor Ilan Davidson. Bring your own picnic dinner. Open to all ChaiVillageLA members, Temple members and guests. $25 a ticket.

Sunday, August 5 - 6:45PM
Private home in Brentwood

Wilshire Boulevard Temple Tour
Docent led tour of Wilshire Boulevard Temple's stunning Magnin Sanctuary. A chance to learn about the restored Warner Brothers murals and unique architecture. Optional lunch at the nearby BCD Tofu House.

Sunday, August 19 - 11:00 AM-1:30 PM
Wilshire Boulevard Temple
3663 Wilshire Boulevard, LA 90010

The ABC's of Estate Planning
Ken Wolf, A certified estate planning attorney and ChaiVillageLA member , will walk you through the various concepts and terms you hear often but might not fully understand, followed by a Q & A.

Sunday, August 19 - 4:00-5:30 PM
Home of Madeline and Ken Wolf
Address Will Be Provided After Registration

Wende Cold War Museum

Free docent-led tour of the Wende Cold War Museum. Meet up at the museum or bring a brown bag lunch to the home of Barbara and Dale Joyner and then take a short walk to the museum.

Friday, August 24 - 12:45 PM
Wende Museum
10808 Culver Blvd, Culver City 90230

Chai-Lighted Events
Check Out Our Event Calendar

Visit our calendar for information about village events. Sign up online or call for assistance: (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 5 people each Monday evening. To reserve your seat, be sure to contact Radell Simon at (310) 466-0550 no later than the night before.

Monday, July 16 - 6:30-8:30PM
Watermark Beverly Hills

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, July 17 - 8:15-9:15AM
Meet at Corner of Patricia and Cushdon Ave

80's+ Interest Group Salon
Come join in the fun of getting to know other members of the 80's+ Interest Group.  Register online or call Renee Cronenwalt at 310-474-9409.

Thursday, July 26 - 1:00-3:00 PM
Temple Emanuel Belle Chapel

Blanket Making: NEW TIME!
Have fun crafting "no-sew" blankets for babies and children in need. $10 will cover the cost of supplies.

Sunday, July 29
New Time: 12:00-3:00 PM
Address to be provided after registration

Brown Bag Short Stories
Each month we discuss fascinating short stories while we dine on our brown bag lunches. Please join us as we munch and discuss.

Friday, August 10 - 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Temple Isaiah Library

Welcome New Members
Lynn and Lou Franklin
Bonnie Priever
Kehillah
Refuah Shleimah
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Jerry Aroesty
Sandy Bernstein
Gloria Boraz
David Collin
Pearl Councelbaum
Sylvia Fox
Candace Foyer
Carol Hartmann
Jack Olshansky
Diane Ring
Joan Sales
Sandi Sternig-Babcock
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