Conejo - Winter - 2012

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It began in 1979 in a small storefront and has since blossomed into a network of six community centers spanning the Conejo Valley. From synagogues to schools, the “Friendship Circle” to the nationally-recognized Conejo Jewish Academy; Chabad of the Conejo has been at the forefront of developing one of the most dynamic and flourishing Jewish communities in the western United States. With its warm and inviting approach, Chabad is a place where people from all walks of life – regardless of background, affiliation or level of observance – feel welcome and at home.

With the pride of success came the challenges of growth. Overflow crowds and burgeoning enrollments coupled with tight space and limited facilities escalated the urgent need for more spacious and conducive quarters to serve as the central hub of Chabad activities in the region. For almost three decades, Chabad of the Conejo has dreamed of the day it would build a major campus—buzzing with the laughter of children, the pursuit of knowledge and the spirit of community. That day has arrived…

Join us for our inaugural year in our new home and enjoy this most magnificent state-of-the-art learning facility.

The new CenTer for jewish Life

30347 Canwood Street • Agoura Hills Tel: 818-991-0991 Fax: 818-707-1190 E-Mail: info@jewishacademy.com Visit our website at: jewishacademy.com 2

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Catalogue index

Academy Courses and study Groups Elections 2012 Journey of the Soul Yiddish Club Hebrew reading ii From Grief to Growth Talmud Jnet Chavrusa Torah Studies Tanya Jewish law Wednesday lunch ‘n learn Practical Kabbalah Prophets of israel The Essentials – Basic Judaism Money Matters – Jewish Business Ethics The Chosen People The learners’ Minyan Walking with the rabbi The Holiday Series Model Seder Workshop

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The Academy is dedicated to the living legacy of

the Lubavitcher rebbe Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson

Academy Lectures david nesenoff - “To Catch An Anti-Semite” Zabner/Weiss – “Estate Planning & Jewish law” Shais Taub – “You ruined My life!”

Yossi Bryski – “is Anybody up There?”

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women’s world Caffeine for the Soul Friday Women’s Study Group Mikvah Tour Monthly Chodesh Group Shabbaton in oxnard

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holidays & special events Purim live Melaveh Malkah & Concert

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Chai youth & Teen Program Mommy & Me Bar/Bat Mitzvah Clubs CJA Hebrew School Hebrew High Friendship Walk

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services Sunday Men’s Minyan daily and Shabbat Prayer Services

Agoura hills SATElliTE loCATionS:

oak Park Westlake Village Calabasas Thousand oaks Simi Valley newbury Park Moorpark

four ways to register

senior Program The Sunshine Club Senior Monthly luncheons

HEAdquArTErS:

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Call our office at 818-991-0991 Fax registration to 818-707-1190 Visit our website at www.JewishAcademy.com Mail registration to: Conejo Jewish Academy, 30347 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

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Applying Talmudic Wisdom to Today’s Political Issues

Samp of Top ling Be Dis ics to The O cussed ne Pe : Redis rcent: Di stribu tribut t ion o The G f Wea ion and o lth and R vernment ’s R esp Char onsibility ole i in t y G Healt h Car iving e Ma ndate Tax L s ooph Immi o gratio les n Pol icy

4 Mondays, 8 p.m.

Feb. 27, March 5, 12, 19 Rabbi Moshe Bryski The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $18.00

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Presidential election campaigns raise issues that concern many citizens. Too often, the rhetoric of the political parties and the heat of the campaign overshadow and drown out any chance for real discussion and debate on the serious issues of our times.

This course is NOT about politics. It’s NOT about whom to vote for or which political party to belong to. It is about an opportunity to take a step back from all the noise and explore the hot-button issues of our times from the Torah perspective.

We will seek clarity from the Talmud’s deep insights and teachings about life, leadership, and government.

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Journey Pre-Life, After-Life & Everything in Between

Explore the Jewish perspective on some of the most mystical questions of life and the hereafter. This six part series will take a glimpse into the spiritual cosmos and follow the soul’s journey through its various stages of existence.

week 1: The mission week 2: The Choices week 3: The struggles week 4: The destiny week 5: The Battle week 6: The return

6 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Rabbi Yisroel Levine The Academy – Center for Jewish life $25.00

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The All new Monthly

Yiddish Club A Monthly Gathering for Yiddish Lovers Yiddish is a very rich and expressive language. Whether it’s the desire to connect with past generations or just to acquaint yourself with this colorful language, this monthly club will expand your ability to speak, comprehend and enjoy Yiddish.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Jan. 31, Feb. 28, March 27, April 24 (last Tuesday of each month) Rabbi Dov Muchnik The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $18.00

Hebrew reading ii Reading from the Prayer Book This 3 week course is geared for those who are familiar with the Hebrew Aleph-Bet but would like to learn the skill of being able to read the prayers in Hebrew from the Siddur.

The class will study some of the most frequently recited prayers with emphasis on reading and chanting the prayers correctly in its original Hebrew. A brief history of each prayer will also be included.

3 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 14 Rebbetzin Tovi Bistritzky The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $10.00 Optional Purchase of Prayer Book: $18.00 6

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From Grief to Growth Coping with Life After the Loss of a Spouse After the death of a spouse, one is forced to confront many difficult questions, including: > What do I do now? > Who can I talk to about what I’m feeling?

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ne ment Bereave ort Supp Group

> Who’s going to take care of me? > How will I conquer this loneliness? > Will I ever find love or companionship again?

Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Begins Jan. 17 Sarah Bloch, L.M.F.T. The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee

> How do I find meaning in my life?

The group, led by a licensed family therapist, will explore answers to these questions and more, and help those who have lost a spouse move forward in life and learn how to accept the new life that is awaiting them.

Talmud The Laboratory of Jewish Law We’ve all heard of Talmudic logic and Talmudic argument. But how many of us have ever actually opened up the Talmud and learned it for ourselves?

This user-friendly course will teach you the basic of Talmud study and have you understanding the arguments of the Sages just as they were recorded two thousand years ago.

Tuesdays, 8:30 p.m., Begins Jan. 17 Rabbi Nosson Gurary Chabad of Simi Valley – 4464 Alamo St. No fee

Would you like your own private Torah lesson?

ChAvrusA ProGrAm Your Personal Learning Instructor

> You choose the topic. > You choose the time. > We make the connection.

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Torah Studies — The Book of Exodus A Weekly Study Group in Newbury Park Join us for an insightful and thoughtprovoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Masters, the study group will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives.

Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Jan. 17 Rabbi Schneur Schneerson Chabad of Newbury Park – 350 Las Brisas #110 No fee

Tanya The “Bible” of Chassidism The Book of Tanya, authored by the legendary Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, first “Rebbe” of the Chabad dynasty, is the basic and fundamental guide to Chassidic philosophy. It captures the deepest – most abstract and profound – mystical concepts of Torah and translates them into a tangible, comprehensive and inspirational approach to serving the Al-mighty.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Begins Jan. 18 Rabbi Yisroel Levine At a private home in Woodland Hills - Call for directions No fee

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Beer, Beef Jerky & Jewish law

Sunday evenings at 8:15 p.m.

What do they have in common?

Not much – but you can get all 3 at Chabad of Thousand Oaks.

2060 E. Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I

Rabbi Chaim Bryski

No fee

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THE WEDNESDAY

Lunch N’ Learn STUDY GROUP

A Textual Torah Study Group with

Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

Biblical Stories of the Bible

Wednesdays, Begins Jan. 18

Winter Semester – The Episode of the SPIES

Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

The study group will delve into the Biblical story recorded in the Book of Numbers known as the Episode of the Spies.

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

The nation of freed slaves make their way from their exile in Egypt to the foot of Mount Sinai, where the Revelation takes place and where they receive the Ten Commandments and the Torah. From there they are supposed to make their way straight to the Promised Land - the Land of Israel, but instead catastrophe strikes yet again.

A revolution occurs and the Jewish people are thrown into chaos, causing a 40 year delay and their wandering in the wilderness. What brought this about? Join us on Wednesday afternoons and we will study as the dramatic Biblical story unfolds.

You are invited to join thus study group ay any time during the semester.

No fee Delicious Lunch Following Class

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Practical Kabbalah The Universe of Jewish Mysticism Known as the secrets of the Torah, the Kabbalah is an age-old body of knowledge exploring the inner dimensions of G-d, man and the universe. Utilizing the teachings of the Kabbalistic and Chassidic masters, this study group will lead you on a journey into the self and the world around you.

Calabasas Location

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Moorpark Location

Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Jan. 18

Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Jan. 18

Rabbi Eli Friedman

Rabbi Shimon Heidingsfeld

Chabad of Calabasas, 3871 Old Topanga Canyon Road

Chabad of Moorpark – 4225 Tierra Rejada Road

No fee

No fee

The Prophets of israel The Weekly Haftorah proph·et (prŏf’ĭt) n.

1. A person who speaks by divine inspiration or as the interpreter through whom the will of a God is expressed. 2. A person gifted with profound moral insight and exceptional powers of expression. 3. A predictor; a soothsayer.

4. The chief spokesperson of a movement or cause.

(The American Heritage® Dictionary)

Offered in 2 s location

For Women Only

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You’ve heard their names mentioned many times, but do you know anything about them and their prophecies? Come learn the weekly Haftorah – a text selected each week by the sages from the Books of the Prophets.

For Men and Women

Wednesdays, 11 a.m., Beginning Jan. 18

Wednesdays, 8 p.m.,Beginning Jan. 18

Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky

Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

Chabad of Westlake – 2524 Townsgate Rd.

No Fee

No fee

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A CRASH COURSE ON THE BASICS OF JUDAISM

The What, How, and Why of Jewish Life and Living

Join us for a free six-week course on the foundations of Jewish life. Blending the spiritual and the practical, “The Essentials” will deepen your knowledge and appreciation of Judaism and hopefully whet your appetite for continued growth and study in pursuit of your heritage.

Week 1: G-d, Torah and the Jews Week 2: Mitzvot – The Building Blocks of a Jewish Home

6 Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 Rabbi Leibel Kahanov The Academy – Center for Jewish Life FREE – Prior Registration Recommended

Week 3: Prayer – Is Anyone Listening?

Week 4: Kosher – A Diet for the Soul Week 5: Holiday and Holy Day – The Jewish Calendar Week 6: Shabbat – An Island in Time

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Available for this Course!

Insider Trading | Living Wages | Bankruptcy | CEO Compensation | Freeloading 6 Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1

Money Matters will present Judaism’s approach to practical economic dilemmas and monetary quandaries that we face daily in both our personal and professional lives.

Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky

The goal of this course is to provide a sensitive, fair, and unshakable economic paradigm grounded in 3,000 years of tradition and practical experience—an ancient yet fresh spin on how we view ethics of money.

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $60.00/$90 per couple (includes textbook and material)

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Students will emerge from this course with an understanding that only a divine economic system can ensure unequivocal justice while recognizing the virtue in each stakeholder’s position. Money Matters will show how the Torah’s sharply discerning yet holistic rulings inspire us with the confidence to confront any ethical economic dilemma.

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ChOSeN Pe OpLE AMBASSADORS TO THE WORLD

The concept of a “Chosen People” has been under attack not only by our enemies but sadly by many within the Jewish community. This course will take a close look at the Biblical sources which claim the Jewish people to be a Chosen Nation. Our studies will touch upon the following questions:

3 Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Feb. 16, 23, March 1

> Why were we chosen?

$10.00

Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski The Academy

> What were we chosen for? > Is it not racist or arrogant to call yourself chosen? > What is the G-dly prescription for acting chosen? > Is every Jew chosen? > Are we doing a good job as G-d’s Chosen People?

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Shabbat Learners’ Minyan

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The All New

& Prayer Study Group

Shabbat Mornings, 10 a.m.

Begins Jan. 14 Rabbi Leibel Kahanov The New Center for Jewish Life No fee .

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When it comes to organized prayer, do you feel distant or uninspired? If so, with the opening of the new Center for Jewish Life, Chabad and the Academy are proud to offer a new program geared to those who would like to learn more about prayer and feel more connected during services.

The new Shabbat Learners’ Minyan will provide a relaxed, intimate setting in which to learn how to participate in a traditional Shabbat morning service. You will explore the structure of the service, the meaning of the prayers, an overview of the weekly Torah reading and learn the traditional melodies of the prayers. The ability to read Hebrew is not necessary.

At the conclusion of the Learners’ Minyan, participants will be invited to join the regular Services for the Torah Reading and Sermon. A delicious sit down Kiddush lunch will follow.

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Learn About Your Heritage & Stay in Shape - Together!

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Sunda Morningy s!

Each Saturday evening, participants will receive a class recorded by Rabbi Moshe Bryski via an emailed MP3 file to download onto your iPod/iPhone/Blackberry/Droid/etc., and you will be asked to not listen to the class until our morning walk. Participants will meet at the Center for Jewish Life on Sunday mornings, at 9:00 a.m. to begin our one hour walk.

Walkers will be listening to the same class at the same time while walking with the Rabbi through the streets of Agoura Hills. The class will be combined with musical/song intervals for listening and walking enjoyment.

6 Sundays, 9:00 a.m.

Jan. 29, Feb. 5, 19, 26, March 4, 11 Rabbi Moshe Bryski Meeting Point and End Point: The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee

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The Holiday Series Kabbalistic Understanding of Purim and Passover The holidays of Purim and Passover share a common theme of Redemption. Yet each holiday and its story carry its own unique message. This course will delve into the Chassidic insight of these holidays and cover subjects such as: how the wicked (such as Haman) prosper; what it is that gives them their hour of glory; how they lose that power; how eating Matzah increases holiness in this world; and how Matzah helps us experience freedom from whatever enslaves us.

2 Tuesdays, 8 p.m., March 6, 13 Rabbi Yisroel Levine The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No fee

Model Seder Workshop The Answers to the FOUR QUESTIONS Plus...

Why indeed is “this night different than all other nights”? Learn the “hows and whys” of the Passover Seder traditions. Why the Four Cups? Matzah? Afikomen? Cup of Elijah?

Discover insights into the Haggadah.

Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.

March 28 Rabbi Yisroel Levine The Academy No fee

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An Evening with

R A B B I D AV I D N E S E N O F F monday january 23, 8:00 p.m.

The Academy – Lecture Hall $12 advanced paid reservations, $15 at door

To Catch An Anti-Semite A story of humor, danger, spirituality, the hand of G-d, media bias and cyber hatred the viral video of White house correspondent helen thomas, proclaiming that Jews should "get the hell out of Palestine" and "go home to Poland and Germany," forced thomas to resign and catapulted her interviewer, David nesenoff, into the limelight., receiving tens of thousands of hate mail and death threats.

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You Are Invited To Attend a Workshop On

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Estate Planning

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Jewish Law

Workshop Led By

Mr. Jeff Zabner Attorney and Counselor, is recognized as a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law by the State Bar of California’s Board of Legal Specialization.

His private law practice focuses on estates, trusts, probate, post-mortem administration; estate, gift and charitable tax planning; business succession and entity planning.

monday january 30, 8:00 p.m.

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee: Advanced Reservations Recommended

rabbi Yitz Weiss An attorney at Kaplan Lee LLP as well as an ordained Rabbi, Yitz represents clients in a wide array of legal matters, including business litigation, contract disputes, arbitration, mediation, estate planning and probate.

an often overlooked part of life is the importance of ensuring proper estate Planning. many may be familiar with the basics of a Will or trust, however, few may be aware that there are numerous halachic laws that need to be considered when preparing your estate Plan. in this workshop, you will become familiar with the civil and Judaic laws of inheritance, wills and bequeathing and discuss with a rabbi and an estate Planning attorney how these laws apply today.

Recommended for those who have already prepared their estate plan/will as well as those that have not done so as of yet.

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HOW TO GET OVER THE

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SYNDROME

THE HIGHLY SPIRITUAL ART OF HEALING OLD EMOTIONAL PAIN AND LETTING GO OF RESENTMENTS.

monday february 6, 8:00 p.m.

The Academy – Lecture Hall $12 advanced paid reservations, $15 at door

SAY GOODBYE TO TOXIC FEELINGS AND SAY HELLO TO A LIFE OF PEACE AND EMPOWERMENT.

An Evening With

rabbi Shais Taub rabbi shais taub is a teacher and author known for his scholarship in chassidic mysticism. nPr called him “an expert in Jewish mysticism and the 12 steps” and Publishers Weekly praised his bestseller “G-d of Our understanding” as a “singular resource for those in need.”

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is Anybody up There

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WHEN FAITH ALONE WON’T DO

monday feb. 13, 8:00 p.m.

The Academy – Lecture Hall No Fee – Prior Reservations Requested

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An Evening with

rabbi Yossi Bryski in times of great challenge and distress, mankind has a tendency to look toward the heavens for strength, for miracles, for answers – for a sign. What then to make of it when no such responses seem to be forthcoming? Does faith alone empower us to make it through the darkness, or is there something more that we must muster from within to truly see the light of Divine Providence and grace? Drawing on profound mystical, chassidic, talmudic and homiletic sources, as well as personal experiences with tragedy and grief, rabbi Yossi bryski provides moving, inspiring and, ultimately, motivating insights into Judaism’s fundamental concepts of faith, trust, mercy and compassion, demonstrating how these insights can provide the practical fuel with which to “keep on drivin’!” through the storm patches of life.

Caffeine for the Soul Give your week a Jewish Boost

> Parenting Skills > Overcoming Life’s Challenges > Jewish Homemaking > Spiritual Growth > Biblical Reflections > Homemade heavenly pastries

Sundays, 10 a.m., Begins Jan. 15 Rebbetzin Shula Bryski

WoMEn’S World

Join a weekly women’s group that will offer caffeine for the Body and Soul.

The Coffee Bean, 1772 Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks No Fee – Walk-ins welcome

The Friday Women’s Torah Study Group The Weekly Parsha – Book of Genesis Join us for a Pre-Shabbat insightful and thought-provoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the classic Biblical commentators and Chassidic Masters, the study group will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives.

The study group is open to all women and can be joined at anytime during the semester.

Fridays, 12 Noon, Begins Jan. 13 Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky At a private home in Agoura Hills – Call for directions No Fee

mikvah Tour & Appointments If you have never been to a Mikvah and would like to know what it looks like or to arrange a group tour or for Mikvah appointments and information, please call 818-707-2416 or visit www.chabadconejo.com/mikvah

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Women’s Circle A Monthly Chodesh Group Focusing on THE JEWISH HOLIDAYS

TuesdAy, jAn. 24, 7:30 P.m.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Shevat

Holiday of Tu Bshvat –

An Evening of Fruit and Fun Come celebrate the New Year for the Trees.

Learn all about the fruits of Israel, enjoy a delicious fruit buffet and learn the skill of Fruit Carving.

TuesdAy, feB. 21, 7:30 P.m.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Adar

Holiday of Purim – An Evening of Song and dance The Month of Adar, highlighted by the festive holiday of Purim, is a month of joy and jubilation.

Learn all about the “Mitzvah” of Happiness and how one can dance and sing their way through life.

TuesdAy, mArCh 20, 7:30 P.m.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Nissan

Holiday of Passover – An Evening of Freedom The holiday of Passover celebrates our going from Catelli insectat cathedras, semper incredibiliter parsimonia 6 Thursbondage to freedom, not just in the days of the days, umbraculi iocari Pompeii, etiam pretosius apparatus bellis Egyptian Exile but in our lives today. We will also 8pm libere adquireret syrtes. learn from a guest speaker on how to Oct. techniques 21, 28, Nov. reduce stress inOctavius our lives.praemuniet suis. Lascivius ossifragi fermentet 4, 11, 18, adlaudabilis rures, utcunque concubine miscere lascivius Dec. 2

3 Tuesdays, jan. 24, feb. 21, march 20 — 7:30 p.m.

Rebbetzin Matty Bryski Bryski Residence – Call for Directions Free - Prior Reservations Necessary

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the “Jewish Women’s circle” explores Judaism, while fostering friendship, sharing and growth. all Jewish women are welcome regardless of affiliation, level of knowledge or observance.

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A WEEKEND A WEEKEND

AT THE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT OXNARD

April 27-29, 2012 The Academy – Agoura Hills.

Hotel Room: $99 for 2 nights based on double occupancy Shabbaton Meals and Program: $150.00 per person Sponsorship: $360.00 (includes Shabbaton – not hotel room)

You are cordially invited to attend a special weekend retreat for women. Located in beautiful Oxnard, the courtyard by marriott is a perfect setting for a most relaxing and rejuvenating weekend where you will have the opportunity to explore… to question… to observe… and above all.. to connect! > special Guest speaker > Kabbalat shabbat > inspirational Lectures > torah study sessions > Delicious meals Join together with women from all walks of life for a Shabbat of inspiration and self-discovery.

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HCool u id YS rA SE

an all new show!

AN INTERACTIVE PURIM EXPERIENCE MEGILLAH READING HAMANTASHEN AND GRAGGERS CHILD & ADULT MASQUERADE CONTEST EXCITING SHOWS

6 Thursdays, 8pm Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18, Dec. 2

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Rabbi Shlomo Bistritsky

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your best Purim costume… you are about to wednesday, march 7adlaudabilisGetrures, utcunque concubine miscere lascivius The Academy–Agoura Hills journey through ancient shushan, the capital syrtes. Utilitas rures circumgrediet fragilis saburre, etiam 6:30 p.m. city of the Persian empire… meet the beautiful $65 (includes textbook and

lascivius chirographi iocari bellus saburre. Perspicax catelli Queen esther… the “generous” King vocificat cathedras, iam fragilis chirographi comiter imputat achashveiros has a surprise for you... even get perspicax cathedras. Vix adfabilis chirographi praemuniet a hamantach from haman… the righteous Hyatt Westlake Hotelquadrupei, – quod apparatus bellis adquireret ossifragi, et If you would like to dedicate Plaza a mordechai has a special Purim gift for you...

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Lunch ‘N Learn class in honor of meet them face-to-face… Learn from them and 880 South Westlake Blvd. a special occasion or in memory relive the story of Purim in this all new exciting $5.00 per person of a loved one, please call the experience you won’t want to miss. material) Megillah Readings: 6:45, 7:45, 8:45 p.m.

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Melaveh Malkah &

Concert

Please join us for a Saturday Night Experience that will combine Jewish tradition, song and fine cuisine.

sat. evening, march 10 8:15 p.m.

Chabad of Agoura Hills $20 per person/ $36 per couple Prior reservation necessary – 818-991-0991

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Melaveh Malkah the sabbath is called the malkah – the Queen. thus the period immediately after the sabbath is called melaveh malkah – the escorting of the Queen. it is a beautiful tradition for the Jewish community to gather on a saturday night and participate in a feast in honor of the Queen.

Concert the melaveh malkah will be enhanced with the beautiful music of moshe samuels of emes music and the sweet voice of rabbi Leibel Kahanov. their performance will offer a kumzitz style concert of Jewish classics and recent releases.

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Programs: Weekly Friendship Visits Recreational Activities Book-Reading Letter-writing Arts & Crafts Family Connections Holiday Celebrations Shabbat Programs Gift Packages Lectures and Classes Discussion Groups Educational Materials Musical Performances School Visits Comedy Shows Cultural Events 26 26

It’s not just about visitation.

It’s about friendship.

It’s about community.

The Sunshine Club is a unique volunteer program under the auspices of chabad of the conejo designed to bring cheer and companionship into the lives of seniors all throughout the conejo valley.

Whether for seniors living on their own, in assisted living facilities or convalescent homes, the sunshine club matches up caring friends to be there with and for seniors on a bi-weekly basis – to visit, to assist and to uplift. these special friends share experiences, spend quality time, celebrate special occasions, and create wonderful memories together.

If you would like to become a Sunshine Club Volunteer or if you are a senior – or know of a senior – who can benefit from the Sunshine Club, please call Mushka or Malka at 818-991-0991 or visit www.MySunshineClub.com

Monthly Luncheon The sunshine Club invites All seniors To A

first Tuesday of the month 11:30 a.m.

(Program will last for 90 minutes)

Feb. 7, March 6, May 1, June 5 Center for Jewish Life, 30347 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills No Fee – Prior Reservations Necessary Call the Sunshine Club at 818-991-0991 for Reservations

seniors

First Tuesday of the Month

Join us for a delicious lunch, music, guest speaker and workshop on the first tuesday of the month. the luncheons will take place at the beautiful new center for Jewish Life in agoura hills.

> enjoy the songs & music of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s > Guest Comedians > Challah Baking > jewish heritage Talk > Genealogy

> scrapbooking > Children’s Choir > Guest speakers > holiday workshops > Book and film review

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C h A i y o u T h & T eC oeu n r S EsS

mommy &me

6 months thru 3 years

8 mondays, 10:30—11:30 a.m.

Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27, March 5 Dina Weiss The Academy – $48 for 8 weeks $7 per individual session For more information, please call Dina at 818-991-0991

this program seeks to nurture both the practical and spiritual side of our growth as Jewish mothers. spend time with other mothers and tots while enjoying Judaic songs, crafts, circle time, stories and some junior gymnastics.

Bar & Bat mitzvah Clubs Bar Mitzvah Discovery Program

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a 10 week course especially designed for boys celebrating their bar mitzvah this year. We delve into the deeper aspects of the bar mitzvah, the history and meaning behind it, as well as the significance of maturing into “Jewish adulthood”.

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this bi-monthly club is specifically geared for girls entering their bat mitzvah year. the club offers a different theme each meeting with lively discussions, craft projects, mitzvah missions, tikkun olam projects, nosh and a great bonding experience.

For more information, please call Chabad’s Chai Youth & Teen Division at 805-557-1555 or visit www.chabadconejo.com/youth

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Join us for an afternoon of family fun and community solidarity as we walk hand-inhand to benefit an organization that brings joy, cheer and respite to children with special needs and their families.

Whether you sign on as a walker, a donor or both, your participation will help bring laughter and hope to some truly special children.

Please call 818-865-2233 or e-mail walk@friendshipcircleca.com for more info or for corporate sponsorship opportunities.

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MONDAY, JUNE 11, 2012 Four Seasons Hotel, Westlake Village, CA

www.ChabadConejo.com FEATURING: Upcoming Events Adult Education Classes Online Study Center & Library Audio & Vdieo Exclusive Minisite for Women Kids Section Latest Photos Jewish Calendar Subscribe For Email Reminders Holiday Recipes

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Sunday Morning Minyan Get your week off to a great start with the Sunday morning Minyan followed by a video presentation of an excerpt by the Lubavitcher Rebbe on the weekly portion and memorable clips of the Rebbe’s life and leadership.

8:00 a.m.

Chabad of Agoura Hills, 30345 Canwood Street

shABBos serviCes jr. Congregation • hebrew/english Prayerbooks • spirited Prayers oneg following CHABAD OF AGOURA HILLS 30345 Canwood Street Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

Prayer Services Weekday Minyan Start your work day off with Tefillin and morning prayer services. It will make your whole day feel more spiritual and meaningful. Join us daily, weekly, monthly or to say Kaddish on Yahrtzeit.

Fresh coffee served

CHABAD OF OAK PARK 5998 Conifer Street Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

CHABAD OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE 2524 Townsgate Road Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

Monday–Friday 6:15 a.m.

Chabad of Westlake Village 2524 Townsgate Road

CHABAD OF THOUSAND OAKS 2060 Ave. De Los Arboles #1 Friday at 6:15 p.m.

Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

CHABAD OF CALABASAS 3871 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

CHABAD OF NEWBURY PARK 380 Via De La Mesa Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.

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registration Winter 2012 ____ ____ ____ ____ FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE FrEE

Please fill out this form and mail or fax it to: Conejo jewish Academy 30347 Canwood street

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Academy Lectures ___ david nesenoff “To Catch an Anti-Semite” ($12) ___ Zabner/Weiss “Estate Planning & Jewish law” ___ Shais Taub “You ruined My life!” ($8) ___ Yossi Bryski – “is Anybody up There?”

Please indicate the amount of people for whom you are registering in the space provided on the left of each program.

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Academy Courses and study Groups ___ Elections 2012 ($18) ___ Journey of the Soul ($25) ___ Yiddish Club ($18) ___ Hebrew reading ii ($10) ___ From Grief to Growth ___ Talmud ___ Jnet Chavrusa ___ Torah Studies ___ Tanya ___ Jewish law ___ Wednesday lunch ‘n learn ___ Practical Kabbalah ___ Prophets of israel ___ The Essentials – Basic Judaism ___ Money Matters – Jewish Business Ethics ($60/90) ___ The Chosen People ($10) ___ The learners’ Minyan ___ Walking with the rabbi ___ The Holiday Series ___ Model Seder Workshop

Agoura hills, CA 91301 or Fax to 818-707-1190 You can also register by phone — call our office at 818-991-0991 Or by visiting our website at

www.jewishacademy.com Name:_________________________

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City, State, Zip: _________________ Phone: ________________________ E-mail: ________________________

women’s world

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___ Caffeine for the Soul ___ Friday Women’s Study Group ___ Mikvah Tour ___ Monthly Chodesh Group

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___ Shabbaton in oxnard ($150 + Hotel)

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holidays & special events ___ Purim live ($5) ___ Melaveh Malkah & Concert ($20/36)

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There will be a 3% handling service charge for all credit card orders

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senior Program ___ Senior Monthly luncheons

Please charge my:

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Chai youth & Teen Program ___ Mommy & Me ($48)

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