Tue, July 15, 2008, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Stem Cells and Cancer: The New Frontier

Lectures, Westwood
Organizations/Sponsors: Ted Mann Family Resource Ctr-Jonsson Cancer Ctr
Venue: UCLA - RPB Auditorium, Jules Stein Plaza

There has been a lot of talk in the media about stem cells as having potential curing powers for all types of disease.  This is particularly important in the area of cancer and there is an ongoing amount of research being done.  This talk explains, in language that can be understood by everyone, ...

Tue, July 15, 2008, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

How We Can Diversify Away From Middle East Oil

Lectures, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Los Angeles
Venue: A private home in Woodland Hills

Solutions for Energy and the Environment: How to diversify away from Middle East Oil with Dr. Gal Luft, Executive Director of the Institute for the Analysis of Global Security (IAGS) and Anne Korin, Director of Policty and Strategical Planning at IAGS Editor of Energy Security. “If we don’t change ...

Tue, July 15, 2008, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Are L.A.’s Hospitals Safe?

Lectures, Downtown
Organizations/Sponsors: Zócalo Public Square Lecture Series
Venue: Los Angeles Central Library, Mark Taper Auditorium

Moderated by Charles Ornstein, Los Angeles Times Health investigative reporter Consider the errors reported in recent months at Los Angeles area hospitals: The newborn twins of an A-list actor received an overdose of heparin that could have caused serious damage or death. Three patients at one ...

Tue, July 15, 2008, 6:30 pm

Jewish Philosophy and Wellness Medicine

Classes, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Wellness Source Chiropractic
Venue: Wellness Source Chiropractic

Tuesday Evening 7:30-8:00 pm. Jewish Philosophy meets Wellness Medicine. Learn Jewish Philosophy from Shlomo Hamelech and current research on wellness topics ranging from weight loss to improved posture. Call to sign up and for weeks special ...

Tue, July 15, 2008, 6:30 pm

Israeli Folk Dance Tuesdays at Westside JCC with James Zimmer

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: James Zimmer
Venue: Westside JCC

Israeli Folk Dancing with James Zimmer at Westside JCC 9pm-12am, Israeli Dance Instruction 7:30pm-9pm...$7, $5 Students and includes light refreshments...Every Tuesday, all dance levels welcome.  Also on Wednesdays each week there are Swing or Salsa lessons at 7pm, Ballroom Dance Party 8pm-11pm at ...

Wed, July 16, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Wed, July 16, 2008, 1:00 pm

Life Story Writing Class

Classes, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Simon Wiesenthal Center Library and Archives
Venue: Simon Wiesenthal Center Library and Archives

LIFE STORY WRITING CLASS starting October 10 at the Simon Wiesenthal Center Library & Archives in partnership with Westside Education & Career Center (LAUSD).  Wednesdays, from 2—4:30 p.m. Class is FREE.  Record your special memories and family history as a precious gift to yourself and future ...

Wed, July 16, 2008, 6:00 pm

Ballroom Dance Party with Swing/Salsa Dance Lessons

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Silver Moon Ballroom
Venue: Silver Moon Ballroom at Westside JCC Auditorium

Weekly Swing/Ballroom Dance Party for singles, couples, families Wednesday Nights 8pm-11pm at the Silver Moon Ballroom/Westside JCC Auditorium 5870 W. Olympic Blvd L.A. CA 90036 includes Swing or Salsa Lessons 7pm-8pm (Special Events) Saturdays Nov. 10 Ragtime, Dec. 1 Victorian, Feb 2 Havana ...

Wed, July 16, 2008, 7:45 pm

‘Jewish Mysticism Series’

Lectures, Fairfax
Organizations/Sponsors: TorahOhr.org
Venue: Torah Ohr

Rabbi E. Kin’s popular Wednesday evening lecture series will begin discussing in depth the secrets of the metaphysical based on the kabbala, Talmud and Jewish ...

Thu, July 17, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Thu, July 17, 2008, 6:30 pm

TORAH STUDIES

Classes, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: CHABAD JEWISH CENTER
Venue: A Private Home in Corona Del Mar, CA

Torah Studies is a project of the Jewish Learning Institute. The JLI is a revolutionary concept in adult education. An unprecedented presentation of traditional Judaism in a highly professional, innovative, academically rigorous yet accessible format. Torah Studies: Weekly Torah Class - Timely ...

Thu, July 17, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Thu, July 17, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

FREE Tax Seminar for Nonprofit and Exempt Organizations

Events, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: California State Board of Equalization
Venue: Los Angeles Southwest College, Theater

Free Tax Seminar for Nonprofit and Exempt Organizations Sponsored by the Honorable Judy Chu, Ph.D., Chair, California State Board of Equalization and the Honorable Mike Davis, Assemblymember, 48th District Friday, July 18, 2008 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.) Los Angeles ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punch” is a dark fable in which the ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 5:30 pm

SFV DISCO DANCING

Events, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Franklin & Sherry Radoff
Venue: Winnetka Convention Center

Disco Dancing comes to the SFV Friday nights starting 4/4/08. $15 per person includes delicious snacks & beverages. Free dance lessons from 6:30-8pm for paid admittees. Dancing starts at ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A Shabbat service for young professionals in the valley!

Shabbat, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Adat Ari El
Venue: Adat Ari El Main Synagogue

Introducing a Young Professionals Service at Adat!! Young professionals in the Valley have banded together to build a Jewish community centered around joyful guitar-accompanied Friday night davening. Join us on Friday, July 18th at 7:30pm at Adat Ari El.  If you live in the Valley, know ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punc"h is a dark fable in which the ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Fri, July 18, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 8:00 am

Adult Shabbat Torah Study

Shabbat, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Israel of Hollywood
Venue: Temple Israel of Hollywood

An adult lead Torah study.  The only requirement is to have an open mind. We study the weekly parasha and are lead by rotating lay leaders.  The group has been in existence for eight ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 9:00 am

TORAH STUDY

Lectures, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach
Venue: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach

Saturday Mornings 10-11:30 A.M. Judaism by Choice Shabbat Morning Study Join Rabbi Marc at your neighborhood synagogue as he leads a traditional Shabbat discussion for those considering Judaism and those who have embraced Judaism. Share in an open discussion about challenges you’ve experienced ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

The Velveteen Rabbit

Kids, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
Venue: The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

Creative PlayGround presents The Velveteen Rabbit Adapted from Margery Williams’ classic tale of true friendship and what it means to be “really real,” Creative PlayGround’s version of this most wonderful story modernizes language and locale but retains the original heart.  Audience ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

14th Anniversary Celebration with Pacific Resident Theatre

Programs, Brentwood
Organizations/Sponsors: Friends of Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library
Venue: Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library

In celebration of the 14th Anniversary of the Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library’s opening in 1994, the Pacific Resident Theatre will perform a dramatic reading of Tennessee Williams’s play, The Glass Menagerie.” This event is free and open to the public. The library is located at 11820 San Vicente ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punch” is a dark fable in which the ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

An evening with Julie Andrews

Singles, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Elite Jewish Theatre Singles
Venue: Hollywood Bowl

Join Elite Jewish Theatre Singles for a fun evening with Julie Andrews and other special guests as the Hollywood Bowl.  Tickets will be mailed to you.  Join us at our bench seats for a picnic dinner beginng at 7:00P.M. $26.00 Preaid Reservations ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

OUTDOOR FILM SERIES: The Life & Times of Hank Greenberg

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: 5W Public Relations
Venue: Congregation Beth Israel

Outdoor Film: July 19 & August 16 Bring your own picnic. Film at dusk. No Fee. Grab your beach chair and a picnic dinner and bring the whole family to the CBI Courtyard on these two Saturday summer nights. We’ll present films that will be entertaining and fun for the whole family. July 19: ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Virtual Game Night

Singles, West Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Jewish Singles Meeting Place (40s and 50s)
Venue: A private home

“You’ve entered another dimension. Welcome to The Twilight Zone.” We may not be entering the zone, but enjoy computerized versions of your favorite television game shows and other favorites during a virutal game night sponsored by Jewish Singles Meeting Place (40s and 50s). Location is a private ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punc"h is a dark fable in which the ...

Sat, July 19, 2008, 11:00 pm

ATID’s Coaching Havurah

Classes, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: ATID @ Sinai Temple
Venue: Sinai Temple

ATID’s Coaching Havurah has received a significant grant to expand from a 3-mo workshop to a 12-mo life transforming intensive.  Be a part of this unique program co-facilitated by Rabbinic Intern, Nicole Guzik and ATID Director and Certified Life Coach, Stacey Zackin, MSW. By blending coaching ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 7:30 am

Mar Vista Farmers’ Market

Family, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Mar Vista Farmers Market
Venue: Grand View @ Venice Blvd.  Between Centinela and Inglewood

Mar Vista Farmers’ Market on Grand View - Organic fruits and vegetables and delectable prepared food.  Crepes, Omelettes, Empanadas, Latkes, BBQ, Cakes, artisan bread, and so much ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Women’s Drum Day: A Day of Drumming, Dancing & Ceremony

Arts & Entertainment, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: REMO
Venue: Remo Recreational Music Center

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $60 for the entire day, including delicious lunch, and ethnic hand drums from many cultures. This years’ featured presenters are JOY KRAUTHAMMER playing crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, bells, gongs and Ocean Drums in a Sound Journey Meditation, AVA ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Klezmer Brunch with Extreme Klezmer Makeover

Arts & Entertainment, Mar Vista
Organizations/Sponsors: Extreme Klezmer Makeover
Venue: Vinoteque

Klezmer Brunch at this cute Culver City Restaurant. Be prepared to jump up from your table and start dancing as we rock the place. ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Cooking Demonstration and Book Signing

Arts & Entertainment, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: Festival of Arts:Pageant of the Masters
Venue: Laguna Beach

Amelia Saltsman, author of the award-winning, The Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Seasonal Foods, Simple Recipes and Stories from the Market and Farm, will sign her book and do a cooking demonstration at the Festival of Arts: Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach.  The event takes place ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

“The Boychick Affair: The Bar Mitzvah of Harry Boychick”

Singles, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Social Circle - Stephen S. Wise Temple
Venue: The Hayworth Theater

Social Circle (ages 45-65ish) “The Boychick Affair: The Bar Mitzvah of Harry Boychick” Written & Directed by Amy Lord The Boychick Affair is a hands-on show where audience members mingle with the actors.  From Harry Boychick’s Bar Mitzvah ceremony to the rompous reception afterwards, the play ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Uniting the Races with TRUTH instead of Dividing Them with LIES

Politics, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Los Angeles
Venue: A private home in Woodland Hills

Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson is among the most clear and outspoken critics of how political correctness is preventing America from solving the problems that our nation faces. Often referred to as the anti-Jesse Jackson, Rev. Peterson will be speaking about the 2008 election and about how the shrill ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Kosher Wine Tasting and Presentation of Leskly Collection

Arts & Entertainment, Santa Monica
Organizations/Sponsors: Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust
Venue: Bergamot Station

Excite your palate with a wide variety of kosher wines and feast your eyes on samples from the stunning collection of picture stories painted by Theresienstadt survivor and commercial artist Eli Leskly. Sketched originally in the ‘show’ ghetto, these images capture the daily life of ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

OC Veggie Walk

Singles, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: MOSAIC Outdoors Club of Los Angeles
Venue: Au Lac Vegetarian Restaurant

Please join Mosaic Outdoor Club of Greater Los Angeles and Nexus for a delicious vegetarian dinner at Au Lac Restaurant, and an after dinner walk around Mile Square Park, in Fountain Valley. For something different, we will eat first and walk second to burn off all the calories we consumed Please ...

Sun, July 20, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Mon, July 21, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Mon, July 21, 2008, 6:30 pm

Special Needs Support Group

Family, West Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Jewish Impact Films
Venue: JCC at Milken

Support group for parents of special needs children, led by a well-known professional who is also a special needs ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 6:00 pm

Hollywood & Highland Summer Wine & Jazz Concert Series

Events, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER
Venue: HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER

Hollywood and Highland Center continues to host their popular Wine & Jazz Music Series every Tuesday evening throughout the summer from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in the Central Courtyard.  Music-lovers can enjoy a magical evening under the stars while listening to the hottest jazz musicians in town ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 6:00 pm

Israeli Dancing

Classes, Bel Air
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Menorah
Venue: Temple Menorah

Israeli Dancing every Tuesday from 7-9 pm.  Instruction by Karina Lambert for all ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 6:00 pm

Israeli Dancing for All Levels

Arts & Entertainment, South Bay
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Menorah
Venue: Temple Menorah

Israeli Dancing at Temple Menorah for all levels! Beginners welcome! Every Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. $10 per class $100 for 11 classes Instructor: Karina ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 6:30 pm

Jewish Philosophy and Wellness Medicine

Classes, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Wellness Source Chiropractic
Venue: Wellness Source Chiropractic

Tuesday Evening 7:30-8:00 pm. Jewish Philosophy meets Wellness Medicine. Learn Jewish Philosophy from Shlomo Hamelech and current research on wellness topics ranging from weight loss to improved posture. Call to sign up and for weeks special ...

Tue, July 22, 2008, 6:30 pm

Israeli Folk Dance Tuesdays at Westside JCC with James Zimmer

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: James Zimmer
Venue: Westside JCC

Israeli Folk Dancing with James Zimmer at Westside JCC 9pm-12am, Israeli Dance Instruction 7:30pm-9pm...$7, $5 Students and includes light refreshments...Every Tuesday, all dance levels welcome.  Also on Wednesdays each week there are Swing or Salsa lessons at 7pm, Ballroom Dance Party 8pm-11pm at ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Easy Summer Recipe Cooking Demonstration

Events, Santa Monica
Organizations/Sponsors: Santa Monica Farmers’ Market
Venue: Santa Monica Farmers’ Market

Amelia Saltsman, author of the award-winning, The Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Seasonal Foods, Simple Recipes and Stories from the Market and Farm, will be cooking easy summer dishes from the day’s market finds at the Santa Monica Farmers’ Market (Third and Arizona) on July 23 from ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 1:00 pm

Life Story Writing Class

Classes, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Simon Wiesenthal Center Library and Archives
Venue: Simon Wiesenthal Center Library and Archives

LIFE STORY WRITING CLASS starting October 10 at the Simon Wiesenthal Center Library & Archives in partnership with Westside Education & Career Center (LAUSD).  Wednesdays, from 2—4:30 p.m. Class is FREE.  Record your special memories and family history as a precious gift to yourself and future ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Free Foreclosure Workshop

Classes, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: California Foreclosure Institute
Venue: Glendale Public Library

California Foreclosure Institute presents a free two-hour workshop for investors and realtors on how to get started finding and buying foreclosure properties. The workshop is complimentary, but reservations are required.  To register, please visit www.ForeclosureWorkshop.net, or call ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 6:00 pm

Ballroom Dance Party with Swing/Salsa Dance Lessons

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Silver Moon Ballroom
Venue: Silver Moon Ballroom at Westside JCC Auditorium

Weekly Swing/Ballroom Dance Party for singles, couples, families Wednesday Nights 8pm-11pm at the Silver Moon Ballroom/Westside JCC Auditorium 5870 W. Olympic Blvd L.A. CA 90036 includes Swing or Salsa Lessons 7pm-8pm (Special Events) Saturdays Nov. 10 Ragtime, Dec. 1 Victorian, Feb 2 Havana ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Wed, July 23, 2008, 7:45 pm

‘Jewish Mysticism Series’

Lectures, Fairfax
Organizations/Sponsors: TorahOhr.org
Venue: Torah Ohr

Rabbi E. Kin’s popular Wednesday evening lecture series will begin discussing in depth the secrets of the metaphysical based on the kabbala, Talmud and Jewish ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 9:00 am

Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Roberts pictures various people from India, Myanmar, Cambodia, Bhutan, Thailand, and China as they go about their lives selling water or herding camels. Simultaneously, this exhibition illuminates the quiet corners that often don’t have witnesses, such as people in prayer or a mother and child. The ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Business Building Mixer

Events, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Jewish American Chamber of Commerce
Venue: Spazio

Come join us at the very cozy jazz club, Spazio for a business building mixer. We will be fostering new contacts and building our network while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and amazing jazz ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 6:30 pm

TORAH STUDIES

Classes, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: CHABAD JEWISH CENTER
Venue: A Private Home in Corona Del Mar, CA

Torah Studies is a project of the Jewish Learning Institute. The JLI is a revolutionary concept in adult education. An unprecedented presentation of traditional Judaism in a highly professional, innovative, academically rigorous yet accessible format. Torah Studies: Weekly Torah Class - Timely ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Thu, July 24, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 9:00 am - 9:00 am

Style on Sunset: The Monthly Sunset Estate Auction

Arts & Entertainment, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors:
Venue:

The Sunset Estate Auction Preview: July 25-27, 2008 Auction: July 27, 2008 The July 27, 2008 sale will feature select lots by famed designer Elsie de Wolfe and additional property from the Estate of José Iturbi and Marion Seabury, sold to benefit the José Iturbi Foundation—in early June the ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 9:00 am

Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Roberts pictures various people from India, Myanmar, Cambodia, Bhutan, Thailand, and China as they go about their lives selling water or herding camels. Simultaneously, this exhibition illuminates the quiet corners that often don’t have witnesses, such as people in prayer or a mother and child. The ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Portraiture through the Lens

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record the physical world and appearances. MoPA’s Education Department has drawn from MoPA’s extensive permanent collection to present an evolution of portraiture photography throughout history and through various ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 5:30 pm

SFV DISCO DANCING

Events, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Franklin & Sherry Radoff
Venue: Winnetka Convention Center

Disco Dancing comes to the SFV Friday nights starting 4/4/08. $15 per person includes delicious snacks & beverages. Free dance lessons from 6:30-8pm for paid admittees. Dancing starts at ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punc"h is a dark fable in which the ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Fri, July 25, 2008, 11:00 pm - 11:00 pm

ATID Shabbat @ Home

Shabbat, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: ATID @ Sinai Temple
Venue: Various Homes- Call for reservation/directions

ATID hosts a “camp style” Shabbat Service & traditional Shabbat Dinner in a private Westside home.  Space is limited.  RSVP required. Cost:$18 Sinai Temple members, $25 guests. (ages 21-39 only) ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:00 am - 9:30 pm

Comedy Night

Arts & Entertainment, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Makom Ohr Shalom
Venue: Makom Ohr Shalom

Please join host Wayne Cotter, his professional comedian friends Mark Schiff, Avi Liberman, & Jim Brogan and the Makom Ohr Shalom community for a night of Comedy, Fun-raising & Fundraising to support educational programming and Makom Ohr Shalom. “Wayne Cotter is notably original and ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 8:00 am

Adult Shabbat Torah Study

Shabbat, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Israel of Hollywood
Venue: Temple Israel of Hollywood

An adult lead Torah study.  The only requirement is to have an open mind. We study the weekly parasha and are lead by rotating lay leaders.  The group has been in existence for eight ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 9:00 am

TORAH STUDY

Lectures, Orange County
Organizations/Sponsors: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach
Venue: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach

Saturday Mornings 10-11:30 A.M. Judaism by Choice Shabbat Morning Study Join Rabbi Marc at your neighborhood synagogue as he leads a traditional Shabbat discussion for those considering Judaism and those who have embraced Judaism. Share in an open discussion about challenges you’ve experienced ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 9:00 am

Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Roberts pictures various people from India, Myanmar, Cambodia, Bhutan, Thailand, and China as they go about their lives selling water or herding camels. Simultaneously, this exhibition illuminates the quiet corners that often don’t have witnesses, such as people in prayer or a mother and child. The ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 9:00 am - 9:00 am

Style on Sunset: The Monthly Sunset Estate Auction

Arts & Entertainment, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors:
Venue:

The Sunset Estate Auction Preview: July 25-27, 2008 Auction: July 27, 2008 The July 27, 2008 sale will feature select lots by famed designer Elsie de Wolfe and additional property from the Estate of José Iturbi and Marion Seabury, sold to benefit the José Iturbi Foundation—in early June the ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Travel Workshop: Women Traveling Solo

Programs, Santa Monica
Organizations/Sponsors: Hostelling International USA
Venue: Hostelling International USA

World Travel 101 – Women Traveling Solo On Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 11:00 a.m., Hostelling International USA is conducting a World Travel 101 Workshop for women traveling solo.  The workshop will be conducted at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 Second Street in Santa Monica.  ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punch” is a dark fable in which the ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Two Jewish Girls on the Mic: Stephanie Pressman & Chana Rothman Live at Genghis Cohen

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Genghis Cohen Restaurant & Cantina
Venue: Genghis Cohen Nightclub and Restaurant

These two women create sweet vibes, funny stories, and a participatory approach to music. Both are educators as well as performers, creating a blend of sharing that goes beyond performer-audience dynamic. Translation: Not Just Another Show In LA. This is Chana’s LA debut – let’s give her a warm ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT

Arts & Entertainment, San Fernando Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
Venue: The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum

One of America’s greatest plays by one of its greatest playwrights, Eugene O’Neill’s masterpiece, “Long Day’s Journey into Night”, runs at The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum from July 26 though September 27. Eugene O’Neill’s masterpiece is a searing drama about his home life that is one of the ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Next Big Thing

Arts & Entertainment, Hollywood
Organizations/Sponsors: Jath.com
Venue: art/works Theatre

Featuring actor Jason Director (Atlantic Theatre Co.’s An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein), this garage band musical, set in 1983, follows teen musician Chip as he looks for the new sound that will take them to the next level - much to the dismay of Chip’s mom, Melissa - a singer-songwriter from ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass

Arts & Entertainment, Burbank
Organizations/Sponsors: Falcon Theatre
Venue: Falcon Theatre

The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to welcome its good friends the TROUBADOUR THEATER COMPANY in Alice in One-Hit-Wonderland 2: Through the Looking Glass, the new musical parody of the classic children’s tale by Lewis Carroll, under the direction of Matt Walker. Alice 2 is a continuation from last ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Tragical Comedy of Mr. Punch

Arts & Entertainment, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Rogue Artists Ensemble
Venue: Bootleg Theater

Rogue Artists Ensemble re-opens its world premiere production of “The Tragical Comedy or Comical Tragedy of Mr. Punch” ("a feast for the senses” - Daily Variety) adapted for the stage from the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman (Stardust) and Dave McKean. “Mr. Punc"h is a dark fable in which the ...

Sat, July 26, 2008, 7:16 pm

Vintage Israeli Dancing

Arts & Entertainment, East Valley
Organizations/Sponsors: Vintage Israeli Dancing
Venue: Anisa’s School of Dance

We meet about once a month to do old Israeli dances, mostly from the ‘60’s, ‘70’s, and ‘80’s. This is NOT a teaching session, but just open participatory dancing. Everyone with Israeli Dance experience is welcome. Admission is $6 per ...

Sun, July 27, 2008, 7:30 am

Mar Vista Farmers’ Market

Family, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Mar Vista Farmers Market
Venue: Grand View @ Venice Blvd.  Between Centinela and Inglewood

Mar Vista Farmers’ Market on Grand View - Organic fruits and vegetables and delectable prepared food.  Crepes, Omelettes, Empanadas, Latkes, BBQ, Cakes, artisan bread, and so much ...

Sun, July 27, 2008, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Hike with JOA: Sunday, July 27, 2008:  Mount Islip via Islip Saddle

Sports, Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors: Jewish Outdoor Adventures
Venue: Los Angeles

Jewish Outdoor Adventures Sunday, July 27, 2008:  Mount Islip via Islip Saddle Rating:  Moderate Description This hike is 7 miles round-trip with 1500 feet elevation gain, climbing from 6750 feet to 8,250 feet.  Mount Islip is one of the most prominent summits in the San Gabriel mountain ...

Sun, July 27, 2008, 9:00 am

Picturing the Process: Landscape Through Time and Space

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Art
Venue: Museum of Photographic Art

Since its invention in 1839, the unique power of photography has been utilized to record, report, and inform. Representing selections from the museum’s comprehensive Permanent Collection, Picturing the Process is an endeavor of the Education Department to present an evolution of the landscape ...

Sun, July 27, 2008, 9:00 am

Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts

Arts & Entertainment, San Diego
Organizations/Sponsors: Museum of Photographic Arts
Venue: Museum of Photographic Arts

Roberts pictures various people from India, Myanmar, Cambodia, Bhutan, Thailand, and China as they go about their lives selling water or herding camels. Simultaneously, this exhibition illuminates the quiet corners that often don’t have witnesses, such as people in prayer or a mother and child. The ...

Sun, July 27, 2008, 9:00 am - 9:00 am

Style on Sunset: The Monthly Sunset Estate Auction

Arts & Entertainment, West Los Angeles
Organizations/Sponsors:
Venue:

The Sunset Estate Auction Preview: July 25-27, 2008 Auction: July 27, 2008 The July 27, 2008 sale will feature select lots by famed designer Elsie de Wolfe and additional property from the Estate of José Iturbi and Marion Seabury, sold to benefit the José Iturbi Foundation—in early June the ...