March 6, 2020
In This Issue
ChaiVillageLA Seder
Annual Campaign
Introduce Yourself
Our Village On the Go
Volunteer Opportunity
Save the Date
Village Events
Temple Events
Kehillah
ChaiVillageLA Seder
Join us for our 4th annual ChaiVillageLA Seder: "Finding a Home." This special evening will feature beautiful music from Cantor Tifani Coyot and Cantor Lizzie Weiss, moving words from our members, and a delicious seder meal. Sign up today!

Tuesday, April 14 - 6:00-9:00 PM
Temple Isaiah - Social Hall
Annual Campaign
ChaiVillageLA Needs You!
Please Support the 2020 Annual Campaign

We are pleased to report that the early response to our 2020 Annual Campaign has been very encouraging. Thank you to our Village’s first contributors!  

In order for us to ensure a bright future for ChaiVillageLA, we need the participation of the full membership. Your support of the Annual Campaign will help make sure that we can continue to offer a vast array of enjoyable and enriching Village programs, classes, holiday celebrations, and guest speakers. Your generosity will also guarantee that ChaiVillageLA will be able to continue to provide important Caring Connection services to those of us who need a little TLC. Please join the 100% of Village board members and staff who have already provided their support to this campaign. Thank you in advance for your participation!

Questions? Contact Board Chair Pete Siegel at [email protected] or 213-905-0497 or
Development Committee Chair David Rosenblum at [email protected] or 310-251-2325.
Introduce Yourself - Gary Yale
The Bishop-Yale Family
What's Your Story?

Hi! I'm Gary Yale, married to Leah Bishop, and we have two daughters, one son-in-law, one beautiful baby grandson, and two granddogs. I think that is all you need to know about me but I was told I had to include more.

Our Village On the Go
We had a delightful afternoon with Cantor Tifani Coyot discussing the influence of Hollywood on Jewish humor, stereotypes, and identity.
Volunteer Opportunity
Join monthly meals with veterans receiving treatment at UCLA through Operation Mend. Contact Village coordinator Jeff Ellis for more information at [email protected] or (310) 890-5295.
Save the Date
Bet Tzedek Elder Abuse Prevention
Community Forum
March 31, 2020 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Temple Emanuel
New Events
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show
Are you an orchid enthusiast? Come see extraordinary orchids at the 75th Annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show. Call Talia for assistance in finding a carpool at (310) 871-2721.

Friday, March 13 - 9:00 AM
Earl Warren Showgrounds - 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara
TED Comes to the Village
Scientists are learning that music has powerful therapeutic benefits. We will watch two TED talks about the benefits of listening to music, then we will share our ideas and impressions.

Wednesday, March 25 - 4:30-6:00 PM
Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel
Orchid Re-Potting Workshop
What do you do with those beautiful orchid plants after the final flower drops off? Ian Joyner will teach a class on orchid care and re-potting. He will share the experience he has learned in fifteen years of raising orchids and other exotic plants. 

Sunday, March 29 - 1:00-3:00 PM
Home of Ian Joyner
Stories from the Violins of Hope
The Holocaust had silenced them until an extraordinary violin-maker brought their voices back to life, and to the world. Actual Violins of Hope will be played for this premiere theatrical event.
Click here to listen to "The Clergy Suite" TI podcast about this event. Presented by Jewish Women's Theater, LA Jewish Symphony, and Temple Isaiah.

Sunday, April 19 - 2:00-4:00 PM
Temple Isaiah - Sanctuary
Discussion & Dessert - The Rise of Mental Health Issues
Lyn Morris, Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations at Didi Hirsch Mental Services, will discuss the increase of suicide and substance abuse. We will learn about treatment options, how family relationships are affected, and Didi Hirsch's impact. There are only 8 places for this extraordinary evening, so make your reservation early.

Sunday, April 19 - 7:30-9:00 PM
Home of Helen & Ira Laufer
Chai-Lighted Events
Sacred Conversations PG-13 Series
Do you have a teenager in your life (local or non-local)? Join Temple Isaiah for a PG-13 Series of Sacred Conversations, including "Mental Health First Responder" on Mar 10, and "Social Media Etiquette" on Apr 28. Dinner included.

Tuesday, March 10 - 6:00-8:00 PM
Temple Isaiah - Library
Wisdom Circle: LA Opera
We are thrilled to have Ron Streicher from LA Opera presenting: "Clothes Make the Man." Ron will examine the whole range of "gender-bending" in opera, including the various ways in which men and women exchange roles — and costumes. Open to all!

Wednesday, March 11 - 10:45 AM-1:30 PM
Temple Emanuel - Belle Chapel
80's+ Group with Rabbi Zoë
Rabbi Zoë will lead an engaging discussion with the 80's+ Group on "Words that Hurt, Words that Heal;" how we should use our words wisely and kindly.

Thursday, March 12 - 1:15-2:45 PM
Temple Isaiah - Social Hall
ChaiVillageLA Retreat
Join your fellow ChaiVillagers in the first ever ChaiVillageLA retreat. Build and strengthen friendships, relax in beautiful Cambria, and explore nearby nature and attractions. REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 11!
Monday, May 17 - Wednesday, May 20
Cambria, CA
Temple Events
Check out the Temple Calendars for a listing of Shabbat services, special events, lectures, and more!
Monthly Events
Understanding World News
Tuesday, March 10 - 10:00 AM
NOTE DIFFERENT DATE
Brown Bag Short Stories
Friday, March 13 - 11:30 AM
Weekly Events
Bridge
Advanced-Beginning : Mon, Mar 9 - 11:00 AM
Intermediate : Mon, Mar 9 - 6:30 PM
Walk with The Rabbi
Tuesday, Mar 10 - 8:15 AM
Kehillah
Refuah Shleimah
A Full and Complete Healing To:
Rona Berns
Sandy Bernstein
Sylvia Fox
Roberta Gillerman
Norma Glickman
Carol Hartmann
Debbie Kelly
Leonor Kletzky
June Miller 
Jack Olshansky
Ephraim Sales
Joan Sales
David Silber
Sandy Trost
David Zarider
(Let us know if you would like to be added to or removed from this list)
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