Conejo - Fall - 2013

Ignite the

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CONTINUING EDUCATION

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CJA CREDIT & CERT ATE PROGRAM IFIC

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Conejo Jewish Academy

Fall Semester 2013

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he Midrash tells a story of a prince, who while hunting in a forest, saw a child in the distance playing a most heartwarming melody on his flute. He put down his rifle and sat on a tree stump to saturate his soul with the beauty of this melody. Eventually the music ceased, and the mesmerized prince dashed to find the child so that he might hear this beautiful melody if but once more. He searched the forest but the child was nowhere to be found. His heart yearned for this sweet melody and the rest of his days were spent searching for the special tune that he had heard.

Embedded deeply in the Jewish soul is an unquenchable thirst for the precious music of Torah knowledge, Jewish family life and spirituality. It has been compared to a spark within our soul just waiting to be ignited.

It is our goal at the Conejo Jewish Academy to find the tune that is music to the ears of each individual and ignite the spark within your soul. I invite you and your family to join us, as we explore our beautiful and rich Jewish heritage and together we will create a most inspiring symphony of music – music for our souls and spirit.

Sincerely, Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski, Dean

The New Center for Jewish Life 30347 Canwood Street – Agoura Hills The Skelton Family Lecture Hall 30345 Canwood Street – Agoura Hills tel: 818-991-0991 fax: 818-707-1190 email: info@jewishacademy.com visit our website at: jewishacademy.com

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Fall Semester 2013 Catalogue Index

Academy Courses and Study Groups CEU Credit and Certificate Program.................................. 4 Kabbalah Rhythms.............................................................. 5 Torah Studies in Newbury Park.......................................... 6 Mystical Chanukah.............................................................. 6 Talmud in Thousand Oaks.................................................. 6 Bereavement Support Group.............................................. 7 The Sandwich Generation................................................... 7 Jewish Pledge of Allegiance............................................... 8 Practical Kabbalah.............................................................. 8 Wednesday Lunch ‘N Learn................................................ 9 Curious Tales of the Talmud............................................. 10 Overcoming Addiction....................................................... 11 JNet Chavrusa................................................................... 11 Life in the Balance – Medical Ethics................................ 12 Laws of Shabbat................................................................ 13 Advanced Chassidus for Men............................................ 13 Authenticity of Rabbinic Law (In Hebrew)........................ 14 Basic Judaism (In Russian)............................................... 14 Academy for Teens – Is It Legit?....................................... 15 Academy Lectures & Film David Siegel – “Townhall: Israel at the Crossroads”....... 16 Yehuda Krinsky – “The Rebbe: Up Close and Personal”.17 Izzy Ezagui – “Soldier’s Tale of Struggle and Perseverance”... 18 Three Part Film Series – “Faithful and Fortified”............ 19 Michael Langberg – “Permission to Doubt”.................... 20 Jewish Business Network Business Networking............................................................ 21 Women’s World World of Prayer................................................................. 22 Total Immersion................................................................ 22 Caffeine for the Soul......................................................... 22 “iLuminate” Women’s Luncheon...................................... 23 Loaves of Love Challah Workshop.................................... 24

The Academy is dedicated to the living legacy of

The Lubavitcher Rebbe Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson

Headquarters:

Agoura Hills Satellite Locations:

Oak Park Westlake Village Calabasas Thousand Oaks Simi Valley Newbury Park Moorpark

Senior Program The Sunshine Club............................................................ 25 Senior Monthly Luncheons............................................... 26

Four Ways to Register:

Chai Youth & Teen Program Mommy & Me.................................................................... 27 Teen Scene for Girls.......................................................... 27 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Clubs...................................................... 28 CJA Hebrew School........................................................... 29 Hebrew High...................................................................... 30 CTeen................................................................................. 30 The Friendship Circle........................................................ 31

818-991-0991

Holiday Programs Chanukah Festival “Lights”.............................................. 32 Chanukah Comedy Night & Auction................................. 32 Services Sunday Men’s Minyan........................................................ 33 Daily and Shabbat Prayer Services................................... 33

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Call our office at

Fax registration to

818-707-1190

Mail registration to:

Conejo Jewish Academy, 30345 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Visit our website at

JewishAcademy.com

S t a r t i n g F a l l 20 1 3 CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

CJA CREDIT & CERT

IFICATE PROGRAM

The Academy will be offering Certificates in the following Areas of Concentration

Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is a standard unit of measurement used to quantify continuing adult education and training activities.

Jewish Ethics

The primary purpose of the CEU is to provide a permanent record of the educational accomplishments of an individual who has completed one or more significant educational experiences.

Jewish Mysticism & Philosophy Jewish History and Culture Jewish Belief and Practice Biblical Studies Certificates will be awarded to students who accumulate 4.5 CEUs in the subject designation of their choice (major) and 1.5 additional CEUs in any other subject (minor). Academy courses may be eligible toward more than one area of concentration. Student will have the option of selecting based on the Certificate they are pursuing.

For more information, please call the Academy Registrar, Terri Rubin, at 818-991-0991

CEUs are recognized by employers, educational institutions, and professional associations as a verification of the extent of the student’s participation in a particular course of study.

To earn CEU Credit, Academy students upon registration will notify the registrar that they would like to participate in the CEU Certificate Program.

Applicants will be provided additional reading material and timely quizzes. An average six week course will earn 1.0 CEU. Courses and classes throughout this catalogue state the amount of CEU Credits that can be earned by attending that particular course as well as which area of concentration a particular course/class will be focused on. Attendance as well as transcripts will be kept at the Academy office.

Kabbalah

Courses

Rhythms A Spiritual Roadmap to Higher Living

6 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12

Rabbi Yisroel Levine

The Academy – Center for Jewish life

$36

Join as we explore the inner core of Judaism and the inner core of your own soul. What are we about in the world, who is G-d, and what does G-d want from us?

Learn how to reengineer your Jewish life in the light of the answers you will discover.

Week One: Kabbalah = Loving Unity Week Two: The Physical – A New Point Of View Week Three: Creation – The Doctrine of “Tzimtzum” (Contraction) Week Four: Universal Divine Providence Week Five: Soul Power Week Six: The Evolution of the Worlds CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

CJA

Jewish Mysticism and Philosophy: 1.0 Units

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Torah Studies – The Book of Genesis

Courses

A Weekly Study Group in Newbury Park

Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking 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 Oct. 1 Rabbi Schneur Schneerson Chabad of Newbury Park – 350 Las Brisas #110 No fee

The Holiday Series – Mystical Chanukah The Miracle is US

The holiday of Chanukah and the miracle of oil raise us beyond the natural human experience.

This gives us a light which can elevate all mankind. Although much has been said and studied about the original Chanukah Miracles of yesteryear, this class will take a closer look at the Miracle of Chanukah within each of us.

Tuesday, 8 p.m., Nov. 19 Rabbi Yisroel Levine The Academy – Center for Jewish life FREE

Beer, Beef Jerky & the Talmud What do they have in common?

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

MONDAY EVENINGS AT 8:15 P.N., Begins Oct. 7 RABBI CHAIM BRYSKI 2060 E. AVENIDA DE LOS ARBOLES, SUITE f NO FEE

Bereavement Support Group

Courses

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?

Who’s going to take care of me?

How will I conquer this loneliness?

Will I ever find love or companionship again?

How do I find meaning in my life?

10 Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m.

Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec. 3, 10

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.

Sarah Bloch, L.M.F.T. The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $180 for 10 Week Session

The Sandwich Generation Learning to Cope

From Wikipedia The Sandwich Generation is a generation of people who care for their aging parents while supporting their own children. There are a variety of “Sandwich” Genertaioners: raditional: those sandwiched between aging T parents who need care and/or help and their own children.

Club Sandwich: those in their 50s or 60s sandwiched between aging parents, adult children and grandchildren, or those in their 30s and 40s, with young children, aging parents and grandparents. pen Faced: anyone else involved in elder care.

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Caring for a beloved but infirm parent is from the greatest of Mitzvot yet can quite often be a very stressful and painful experience. The pain is multiplied when the ailing parent suffers from Alzheimers or other form of dementia.

One of the best therapies for members of “the sandwich generation” is support and empathy from others who are experiencing or have experienced the same ordeal.

Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Oct. 22 Mrs. Raizel Rubin CMFT Rabbi Eli Friedman

Join us for a “sandwich generation support group”, with a professional, experienced moderator and input from Jewish wisdom and tradition.

Chabad of Calabasas, 3871 Old Topanga Canyon Rd FREE

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The Jewish Pledge of Allegiance Chabad of the Conejo, Inc.

The Shema Yisroel Project 30347 Canwood Street Agoura Hills, CA 91301

NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

PAID

Thousand Oaks, CA Permit No. 988

Shema Yisroel Project - 6x9 Postcard 2013 7/30/2013 11:48 AM Page 1

The Meaning of the Prayer of “Shema Yisroel” The prayer knows as the “Shema” is a declaration of faith, a pledge of allegiance to One G-d. It is said upon arising in the morning and upon going to sleep at night. It is said when praising G-d and when beseeching Him. It is the first prayer that a Jewish child is taught to say. It is the last words a Jew says prior to death.

Join us for a two part series exploring the deeper meaning of this historic affirmation of Judaism’s central creed.

2 Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Dec. 10, 17 Rabbi Yisroel Levine The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $5

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.

Offered in Calabasas, Woodland Hills and Moorpark

Calabasas Location Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Begins Oct. 2 Rabbi Eli Friedman Chabad of Calabasas, 3871 Old Topanga Canyon Rd NO FEE

Woodland Hills Location

Moorpark Location

Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Begins Oct. 2

Thursdays, 8 p.m., Begins Oct. 3

Rabbi Yisroel Levine

Rabbi Shimon Heidingsfeld

Private Home in Woodland Hills – Call for Directions

Chabad of Moorpark – 4219 Tierra Rejada Rd

NO FEE

NO FEE

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The Wednesday

Lunch ‘N

Courses

Learn Study Group A Textual Torah Study Group with Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.

Begins Oct. 9

Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

No fee Delicious Lunch Following Class CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

CJA

Biblical Studies: 1.5 Units

Biblical Stories of the Bible The Passing of Miriam (Sister of Moses) The Passing of the High Priest Ahron (Brother of Moses) The Hitting of the Rock Moses Denied Entry into the Promised Land

The study group will delve into some of the Biblical stories recorded in the Book of Numbers – Portion of Chukat.

Have you ever heard the story of Moses hitting a rock when instructed to speak to it? It was this “sin” that brought about the consequence of Moses being denied his life long dream of entering the Promised Land. Did the story make any sense to you? Where was justice? What was the big “sin”? Where is the “love” that G-d claimed He had for Moses? We will study this complex and puzzling story in its original text plus the very emotional passing of the one most beloved characters in the Bible – Ahron the Kohen Gadol (High Priest) and his unique burial. Join us on Wednesday afternoons as we attempt to bring deeper meaning to the stories of the Bible.

You are invited to join this study group at any time during the semester.

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Courses

For centuries, the Talmud’s witty legends have entertained and inspired Jews and Gentiles in communities across the globe. There are very few courses that will give you so much insight and personal meaning like JLI’s Curious Tales of the Talmud. It’s a wonderful opportunity and I hope you will attend. —Jackie Mason, Comedian and Actor

6 Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13 Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $65/$100 per couple (Includes Textbook) CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

CJA

J ewish Mysticism and

Philosophy or Jewish History and Culture: 1.0 Units

Judaism is full of deeply resonant and transformative wisdom.

Some of its most profound ideas about life, the universe, the soul, and our relationship with G-d are encrypted in an unusual place - within peculiar and nonsensical Talmudic tales.

The Talmud’s zany legends tell of gargantuan sea creatures, vinegar-fueled lamps, idolatrous kings, rivers flowing upstream, and a debate of riddles between Jewish and Athenian sages.

Join us for a six-week course and journey to unravel layers of personal meaning as we decode these mysterious tales together.

Whale of a Tale Life Lessons from Gargantuan Fish, Geese,and Corpses

Greek Riddles A Camouflaged Theological Debate

When G-D Prayed A Study in the Art of Anthropomorphism

The Great Oven Debacle When the Rabbis Overruled a Heavenly Decision

The Vindication of an Idolatrous King Seeing the Divine within Everything

A Ticket to Paradise The Security of Stagnation and the Challenge of Change

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Overcoming Addiction

Courses

Using Spirituality and Faith to Help in Recovery

2 Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 6, 13 Ronnie Ressner, Primary Dedicator of the New Center for Jewish Life

Rabbi Chaim Bryski, Chabad of Thousand Oaks

The Academy – Skelton Family Lecture Hall FREE – Prior Registration Necessary

Week One: Understanding Addiction Is addiction a disease or a result of life choices?

How can one recognize if they have become “addicted” to a destructive behavior, whether it be chemical dependency, alcohol, gambling, shopping/spending and various other forms of compulsive behavior?

Week two: Recovery The group will discuss the most common methods in dealing with addiction – intervention; treatment; 12 step groups; therapy; and drug and medical treatment – and delve into the role spirituality and faith can play in assisting one who is battling addiction.

The Jewish Learning Network

Discover,

discuss and debate your Jewish heritage

jnet.org – anyplace. any topic. anytime.

Tell us about your interests, your familiarity and your availability and we’ll pair you with a volunteer phone-study partner for a journey of inspiring study, stimulating discussion and exhilarating growth.

— person to person — on the phone — on your schedule

For more information or to register, please visit our website at jnet.org.

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Courses

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Balanc

Jewish Perspectives on Everyday Medical Dilemmas

6 Thursdays, 8:00 p.m.

Oct. 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21 Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life $65/$100 Per Couple (Textbooks Included) CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

Jewish Ethics: 1.0 Units MED ICA L ED

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Where do we draw the line between supporting life and prolonging death? How do you decide what to write in your living will or DNR directive? Thousands of transplant patients die each year due to the lack of available organs. Should we permit the sale of organs in the hope of saving them?

Human beings inevitably confront complex but important choices regarding their bodies, their lives, and their mortality. This CME and CLE accredited course will explore and offer a balanced view of some of the most relevant, contemporary, and common ethical issues confronting modern medicine and society.

Topics include: End-of-life decision making, non-vital organ transplantation, preventative medicine, sale of human organs, autopsy, and complications in pregnancy.

Safeguarding Our Health Navigating the Hazards of Everyday Life

Confronting the Organ Shortage Should the Sale of Organs Be Legal?

End-of-Life Dilemmas Prolonging Life vs.

Prolonging Death

Sanctity in Death Autopsy and Medical Dissection

Complications in Pregnancy Aborting One Life to Save Another

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No Uterus? No Problem The Ethics of Uterine Transplants

The Laws of Shabbat An Advanced Course Plus Q & A Sessions

Courses

The Shabbat laws are quite complex, requiring careful study and regular review. At first, Shabbat observance can seem overwhelming but the more one studies about Shabbat and experiences its beauty and tranquility with family and community, the more one begins to appreciate the “gift” that G-d bestowed upon us by giving us the Holy Shabbat.

Becoming shomer shabbat (shabbat observant) is a gradual process rather than an overnight transformation. There is a wealth of details, laws and traditions that provide a lifetime of study.

Even those who have been keeping Shabbat for years find that there is always more to learn on this subject.

This 3 part advanced series on the Laws of Shabbat led by a Halachic Scholar is a not-to-be missed opportunity for couples/individuals who keep (or would like to learn how to keep) a Shomer Shabbat home and lifestyle.

3 Tuesdays, 8:00 p.m., Oct. 15, 22, 29 Rabbi Moshe Kesselman

Week One: The Kitchen & Food Preparations Week Two: The Sanctity, Rituals, Prayers & Traditions Week Three: The Laws of Muktzah, Eiruv & the Shabbos Goy Questions can be submitted by participants in advance of each session.

The Academy – Skelton Lecture Hall *FREE – Prior Registration Necessary *Donations Accepted and Welcomed CONTINUING EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY

CJA

Jewish Belief and Practice: .5 Units

Chassidus Class for Men An In Depth Textual Study of Chassidic Discourses

This weekly study group delves into the mystical and Kabbalistic understandings of Biblical text.

Wednesdays, 8 p.m. – Begins Oct. 2 Rabbi Yisroel Levine Private Home in Oak Park – Call for Directions FREE

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‫‪All New‬‬ ‫‪Academy Courses In Hebrew & Russian‬‬ ‫נא הצטרפו אלינו לחנוכת "האקדמיה לדוברי עברית"‪.‬‬

‫אנו מתכוונים להרחיב את מחלקת הלימוד כדי‬ ‫לשרת את הקהילה הגדלה של ישראלים דוברי עברית‪.‬‬

‫‪Courses‬‬

‫קורס הפתיחה‪:‬‬ ‫התורה שבעל פה‬

‫חנוכת‬

‫אמיתות החוקים הרבניים‬

‫בקורס שלוש פגישות ובהן נבחן את הסמכות‪ ,‬המהות‬ ‫ההסטורית והרלבנטיות של התורה שבעל פה בימינו‬

‫האקדמיה‬

‫שיעור ראשון‪ :‬סגירת הפערים‬ ‫הטקסט הכתוב אינו מספק מדריך מושלם לקיום‬ ‫הוראות התורה‪ .‬בשיעור זה נדון בצורך של מסורת‬ ‫שבעל פה להבנת התורה‬

‫ברי עברית‬ ‫לדו‬

‫שיעור שני‪ :‬האם לא ניתן להסתפק בתורה הכתובה?‬ ‫למה זה חיוני לקב"ה להעביר את המסרים בתורה‬ ‫דרך מערכת חוקים כפולה – בכתב ובעל פה?‬ ‫נלמד שמערכתכזאת מבססת מצד אחד מסגרת‬ ‫ברורה וחזקה ומצד שני מאפשרת מרחב גמיש‬ ‫ועושר רוחני‬

‫שלושה מפגשים בימי רביעי‬ ‫‪ 30 ,23 ,16‬לאוקטובר ‪8:00 p.m., 2013‬‬

‫שיעור שלישי‪ :‬מפה לפה‬ ‫בשיעור זה נבחן את הקטגוריות השונות של‬ ‫התורה שבעל פה‪ ,‬משמעויות כתובות‪ ,‬מידע‬ ‫שמעבר לטקסט הכתוב וחידושים רבניים‬

‫הרב שלמה ביסטריצקי‬ ‫‪The Academy – Center for Jewish Life‬‬

‫‪CONTINUING EDUCATION‬‬

‫‪UNIVERSITY‬‬

‫‪ Jewish History and Culture: .5 Units‬‬

‫‪CJA‬‬

‫חינם‬

‫‪Basic Judaism‬‬ ‫‪in Russian‬‬ ‫‪A Monthly Class For Women‬‬

‫‪If you speak Russian and would like to learn‬‬ ‫‪about the basics of Judaism and its Mitzvot‬‬ ‫‪and Traditions, the monthly study group is a‬‬ ‫‪must for you.‬‬

‫‪3 Sundays, 5:00-8:00 p.m., Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 15‬‬ ‫‪Elya Eidel Hirman‬‬ ‫‪The Academy – Center for Jewish Life‬‬ ‫‪FREE‬‬

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All New ACADEMY COURSE FOR TEENS

The 6 week course will take place on weeknights during the Fall Semester. Time and day of the week will be supplied upon registration.

Rabbi Leibel Kahanov The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

$36 Interested parents (or teens) should contact our office for details and additional information.

This course has been written specifically for teens in their Freshman or Sophomore years in High School.

Courses are geared to encourage discussion, debate and dialogue. We look forward to expanding this new department of studies serving our teen community.

Have you ever had to make hard choice, but felt unsure if it was right or wrong? We all face these challenges on a daily basis. Sometimes you have only seconds to make your move, and the correct choice is not clear.

How DOES one define the boundaries of right and wrong?

In this series, you will examine and debate common moral issues and discover Judaism’s practical and often surprising insights into how to deal with them.

This course is an eye-opening experience, a think-tank for teens looking to discover their own Jewish GPS for navigating life! So the next time you face a tough decision, you’ll decide for yourself: “Is It Legit?”

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Lectures A Town Hall Meeting With

The Honorable David Siegel Consul General of Israel

At the Sheraton Hotel Agoura Hills

Monday, October 7, 7:30 p.m.

Sheraton Hotel Agoura Hills, 30100 Agoura Road $5 advanced paid reservations, $8 at the door

ISRAEL AT THE

Join us for a unique evening and open discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing Israel and the Middle East today.

DAVID SIEGEL assumed the post of Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles in August 2011, where he serves as the senior representative of the State of Israel to the Southwestern United States, one of Israel’s largest diplomatic missions in the world. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Siegel served as Chief of Staff to Israel’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs as well Chief of Staff to Israel’s Ambassador to the United States. He also served as a Commander in the Israel Defense Forces.

Sponsored by:

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Lectures Lectures & Films The Lubavitcher Rebbe

Up Close &

Personal

Monday, October 21 8:00 p.m.

With Special Guest Speaker

Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky Personal Secretary to the Rebbe

The Academy – Skelton Family Lecture Hall

The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson of righteous memory is considered to have been the most phenomenal Jewish personality of modern times. To hundreds of thousands of followers and millions of sympathizers and admirers around the world, he was -- and still is, despite his passing -- “the Rebbe”.

$10 advanced paid reservations, $13 at the door

Join us for a rare opportunity to hear about the life of the Rebbe, Up Close and Personal, from someone who was by his side for many decades.

Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky serves today as the Chairman of Merkoz L’inyonei Chinuch, the education and outreach arm of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch Movement and has been ranked as the #1 most influential Rabbi in America for two years in a row by Newsweek Magazine.

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Lectures A Soldier’s Tale of Struggle & Perseverance

israel’s onear ed warr or

Monday, November 18 8:00 p.m.

The Academy – Skelton Family Lecture Hall $10 advanced paid reservations, $13 at the door

Izzy Ezagui, Special Guest Speaker Born to a Chabad family in Brooklyn and raised in Miami, Izzy Ezagui made Aliya in order to join the Israeli army and pursue his dream. Izzy was sent into combat at the border of Gaza in Operation Cast Lead. He took a direct hit by a mortar and lost his left and dominant arm.

His first thought upon awakening in the hospital was that he must find a way to return to combat. Against all odds, Izzy Ezagui became the first soldier in Israel’s history to rejoin the army in a military role after sustaining such an injury.

He currently serves in Israel’s Special Forces Paratrooper Unit.

In, May of 2011, Shimon Peres, the President of Israel, awarded him the highest accolade a soldier outside the battlefield can receive.

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Lectures Lectures&&Films Film

Part One

Part two

Monday, Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m.

Conversations with Defense & Intelligence Leaders

A T h r e e P art F i l m S e ri e s o n . . .

Monday, Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m.

Conversations with Israeli Journalists

Part three

Monday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m.

Conversations with Israel’s Prime Ministers The Academy — Center for Jewish Life $20 per person/ $35 per couple (for whole series)

Opening and Closing Comments by

Rabbi Moshe Bryski The “Faithful and Fortified” Film Series provides a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes as some of Israel’s top defense, intelligence, and government leaders discuss – for the first time on record – their meetings with the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, on topics ranging from public policy to military strategy.

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Lectures & Film

to

Permission Doubt An Open Dialogue on Faith, Skepticism, Bible Authorship and Science

Lectures and Discussion Led By

Monday, Dec. 9 & 16 8:00 p.m.

The Academy Center for Jewish Life

$10 (for series)

Dr. Michael Langberg Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer Cedars-Sinai Medical Center This interactive two part lecture series will explore ways to reconcile the apparent differences between Torah and Science.

Week One Torah: Based in Reality?

Did the author of the Bible leave any “fingerprints” to help identify his identity? Can a modern educated intellectual find meaning in ancient text?

Week Two Science: Based in Reality?

A lively discussion on the “faith” of evolution, age of the universe, and the role of science in our lives.

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Business Networking

Center for Jewish Life 30347 Canwood Street Agoura Hills

Monthly Networking Power Breakfast

Annual Membership: FREE

Community Mitzvah Projects

Breakfast Fee: $10 per session Prior Reservations Required Call 818-991-0991 or Register at www.jewishacdemy.com 2nd Tuesday of Every Month

Guest Speakers Register now to become a member of our Jewish Business Networking Chapter (West Valley/ Conejo/Ventura County). The JBN is a wonderful opportunity to expand your business network, meet new acquaintances, share business cards and information, assist and advise others, help build the Jewish community and listen to fabulous lectures on business and Jewish related themes

October

November

December

7:30 a.m.

7:30 a.m.

7:30 a.m.

08 The Reward of Sacrifice

Mr. Mark Moskowitz Realtor at Keller Williams Realty

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Legally Speaking:Â Why Ethics are Good for Business

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Religious Discrimination in the Workplace:Â Fact or Fiction?

Keith T. Zimmet, Esq. Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky Managing Shareholder of Lewitt Hackman

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CEO of Infinity Capital Group/ Chabad Director of Outreach

The World of Prayer Women’s World

Can You Hear Me Now?

Emotionally resonant, the Jewish prayers are filled with mysticism, philosophy, theology, history and most of all – a sense of purpose, making the Jewish prayer book – the Siddur – one of the most profound and inviting Jewish books.

Mondays, 11:30 a.m., Begins Oct. 7 Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky The Academy – Center for Jewish Life FREE – Prior Reservations Requested

Total Immersion

Uncover the Secret Depths of Mikvah In Judaism, marriage is a sacred institution and the love between a husband and wife is a pure and sanctified love. It is the keeping of the Mitzvah of Mikvah that creates the holiness of the marital relationship. We invite you to join us for a Sunday morning workshop for women as we uncover the mystical, practical and purifying laws of the Mikvah.

Beginners Class: Sunday, 10 a.m., Oct. 20 Refresher Class: Sunday, 10 a.m., Oct. 27

Rebbetzin Leah Levine The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee – Prior Registration Required

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

Weekly Parsha, Chassidic Insights, Overcoming Life’s Challenges, Jewish Homemaking, Spiritual Growth, and Homemade pastries.

Thousand Oaks Location

Moorpark Location

Sundays, 10 a.m. - Begins Oct. 6

Mondays, 10:30 a.m. – Begins Oct. 7

Rebbetzin Shula Bryski

Rebbetzin Devorah L. Heidingsfeld

Chabad of Thousand Oaks 2060 Avenida De Los Arboles 805-493-7776

Chabad of Moorpark 4219 Tierra Rejada Rd 805-242-2232

NO FEE

NO FEE

The Chabad Jewish Women’s Circle Invites You To A…

Women’s World Women’s Luncheon of Inspiration & Music Dispelling the Darkness Through Light, Faith and Joy

iLuminate Special Guest Speaker

Sunday, November 3 11 a.m.

At The Vanderlaan Residence in Westlake Village (Directions upon Registration) $18 per person $108 sponsorship In Memory of Rabbi Gabi and Rivkah Holtzberg h”yd and Yosef ben Nachman Ber obm

Mrs. Devorie Kreiman Devorie Kreiman, MA Ed, is an inspirational lecturer on the power of faith, humor and joy. Her personal journey through challenge and loss has led her to develop a “user friendly” understanding of the Torah approach to human resilience and growth.

With Musical Performance by

Judy Winegard

Judy Winegard, star of stage and screen exclusively for Jewish women, will take you to new heights with her beautiful voice and amazing stage presence. She is a true artist in every sense of the word.

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The Chabad Jewish Women’s Circle Invites You To A…

Women’s World

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Monday, Nov. 25 7:30 p.m.

The Rebbetzins of Chabad of the Conejo The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee – Prior Registration Necessary

Bake.Pray.Love.

BAKE Learn the art of Challah Baking, from the making of the dough to a variety of braiding techniques.

PRAY There is a very special Mitzvah given only to women to separate a piece of dough when baking bread/Challah. There is an ancient Kabbalistic and mystical teaching that the moment of Hafrashat Challah (separation of the dough) is a most auspicious time to pray on behalf of those who are in need, especially for the ill. We will learn more about this ancient tradition and join together in a most powerful prayer for those in need of G-dly intervention. Please bring their Hebrew names and those of their mother.

LOVE Bake two Challahs – Take one home for your family and give one to a friend, neighbor or total stranger to bring more love and blessing to the world!

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Seniors

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

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.

Special thanks to 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 Chana or Malka at 818-991-0991 or visit www.MySunshineClub.com

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Monthly Luncheon

First Tuesday of the Month

First Tuesday of the Month 11:30 a.m.

(Program will last for 90 minutes) Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3 Center for Jewish Life, 30347 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills No Fee – Prior Reservations Necessary

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 • Scrapbooking • Children’s Choir • Guest Speakers • Holiday Workshops

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‫ הצטיינות בהישגים אקדמיים‬,‫עברית כשפה זרה‬ ‫מורים מנוסים כיתות עם מספר מקומות מוגבל‬ ‫תשומת לב אישית לכל תלמיד‬

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The Friendship Circle reaches out and extends a helping hand to families who have children with special needs and involves them in a full range of social experiences.

The circle’s unique formula introduces teenage volunteers to the children and through shared experiences enriches the lives of both.

If you have a teenager who would like to get involved in this most rewarding program or you know of someone who can benefit from the Friendship Circle, please call us today.

Join the Circle!

Find out more by calling 818-865-2233 or visit www.FriendshipCircleCa.org

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The Friendship Circle offers the following programs: • Sunday Circle • Miracle Sports League • Gymnastics • Friends At Home • Rock Climbing • Winter Camp • Sibling Workshops • Holiday Programs • Parent Support Group • Family Shabbat Dinners • Family Barbeques • Making Music • Volunteer Club Lectures and Retreats • Teen Training • Summer Camp • Hang’n with Friends • Teen Fitness Club

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Holidays Chabad of the Conejo Invites You To…

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

Oak Park Shopping Center

632 Lindero Canyon Corner Kanan Rd. and Lindero Canyon

Grand Menorah Lighting with Special Hollywood Guest

Zachary Gordon Star of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”!

All kids attending will receive an autographed poster!

Live Music!

Juggler!

Latkes, Jelly Donuts, Crafts and Dreidels!

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FREE AND OPEN TO THE WHOLE COMMUNITY! For more information call 818-991-0991 or visit www.chabadconejo.com/chanukah

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Cantor Leopold & Isabelle Szneer

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

Sunday Morning Minyan

Prayer Services

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

Chabad of Oak Park

5998 Conifer Street Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

Weekday Morning Minyan

Chabad of Westlake Village

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.

2524 Townsgate Road Friday at Sundown; Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

Chabad of Thousand Oaks

2060 Ave. De Los Arboles Suite F Friday at 6:15 p.m.

Shabbos Morning 10 a.m.

Fresh coffee served

Chabad of Calabasas

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

Monday–Friday 6:15 a.m.

Chabad of Newbury Park

Chabad of Westlake Village 2524 Townsgate Road

350 Via Las Brisas #110 Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.

Chabad of Simi Valley

4464 Alamo Street Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.

Weekday Afternoon and Evening Services

Chabad of Moorpark

Chabad now offers a daily Minyan for Mincha and Maariv. Start times fluctuates based on time of sunset. Call 818-991-0991 or visit chabadconejo.com for start time.

4219 Tierra Rejada Road Shabbos Morning, 10 a.m.

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Registration

Registration Fall 2013 Catalogue Index

Academy Courses and Study Groups

___ Kabbalah Rhythms ($36) _____ ___ Torah Studies in Newbury Park FREE FREE ___ Mystical Chanukah ___ Talmud in Thousand Oaks FREE _____ ___ Bereavement Support Group ($180) ___ The Sandwich Generation FREE ___ Jewish Pledge of Allegiance ($5) FREE ___ Practical Kabbalah ___ Wednesday Lunch ‘N Learn FREE _____ ___ Curious Tales of the Talmud ($65/100) ___ Overcoming Addiction FREE ___ JNet Chavrusa FREE ___ Life in the Balance – Medical Ethics ($65/100) _____ ___ Laws of Shabbat FREE ___ Advanced Chassidut for Men FREE ___ Weekly Parsha for Men FREE ___ Authenticity of Rabbinic Law (In Hebrew) FREE ___ Basic Judaism (In Russian) FREE ___ Academy for Teens – Is It Legit? ($36) _____ Academy Lectures & Film

___ David Siegel – “Israel at the Crossroads” ($5) _____ ___ Yehuda Krinsky – “The Rebbe: Up Close and Personal” ($10) _____ ___ Izzy Ezagui – “The One-Armed Warrior” ($10) _____ ___ Three Part Film Series – “Faithful and Fortified” ($20/35) _____ ___ Michael Langberg – “Permission to Doubt” ($10) _____ Jewish Business Network

___ Business Networking Breakfast – Oct. 8 ($10) _____ ___ Business Networking Breakfast – Nov. 12 ($10) _____ ___ Business Networking Breakfast – Dec. 10 ($10) _____ Women’s World

___ World of Prayer ___ Total Immersion – Beginners ___ Total Immersion – Refresher ___ Caffeine for the Soul ___ “iLuminate” Women’s Luncheon ($18) ___ Loaves of Love Challah Workshop

FREE FREE FREE FREE _____ FREE

Senior Program

___ Senior Monthly Luncheons

FREE

Chai Youth & Teen Program

___ Mommy & Me ($60) Teen Scene for Girls ___ Oct. 5 ___ Nov. 2 ___ Nov. 30

_____ FREE FREE FREE FREE

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