Conejo winter semester 2018 web

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CONEJO JEWISH ACADEMY

Winter/Spring Semester 2018

A Visit to the Reagan Presidential Library I recall a tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. One of the exhibits featured a showcase display of many of the gifts the President and First Lady received from heads of state during their tenure at the White House.

Stunning shining gifts made of gold, silver, crystals, and precious stones, were on display behind the glass of a beautiful decorative showcase.

As it was explained to us, the President may not take these gifts with him after his presidency, but they remain the property of the U.S. Government.

Their only usage is to remain on display, so that we can marvel at the splendor and beauty of the gifts from a distance.

It dawned on me - “what a shame?” Such precious pieces, such priceless gifts and all that is gained is a moment of grandeur from a passing visitor in a museum.

We, the Jewish people, were given an extremely precious and priceless gift. This gift came from the Head of all States - the King of all Kings - G-d Al-Mighty Himself. He presented us with the Torah, the greatest gift of all time, on Mt. Sinai some 3,330 years ago.

However, unlike the gifts in the showcase at the Presidential Library, G-d allows us - no - rather wants us to use this gift. To enjoy it. To gain from it. To find purpose and meaning in life from it. And to be a “light unto the nations” through its teachings. This was and is the purpose of G-d granting us this gift of all gifts.

I invite you to join us for our winter and spring semesters and explore new horizons. Let’s take the Torah out of the “ancient artifact” showcase of the museum and bring it to living color in our day to day lives.

Sincerely, Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski Dean

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Winter/Spring Semester 2018 Catalogue Index

Academy Lectures & Films Devorie Kreiman – “Taking on the Impossible”........................................... 4 Myron Sugerman – “The Mob, The Jews & Israel”.................................... 5 Presentation of Film - “Menashe”................................................................... 6 Manis Friedman – “The Kabbalah and Comedy of Marriage”.................7 Presentation of Film – “On The Map”............................................................. 8 Presentation of Yom Hashoa Film – “Defying the Nazi’s” ....................... 9 Nomi Freeman – “Life after Life”................................................................... 10 Academy Courses and Study Groups Communication: It’s Art and Soul....................................................................11 Inviting G-d In – Faith and Reason.................................................................12 Existence................................................................................................................13 Living Torah (4 Locations)................................................................................14 Talmud (2 Locations).........................................................................................14 Demons, Dybbuks, Ghosts & Golems............................................................15 The Jewish Class of Why...................................................................................15 Wednesday Lunch ‘N Learn..............................................................................16 Living Judaism......................................................................................................17 Going Kabbalistic.................................................................................................18 JNet Chavrusa......................................................................................................18 Journey of the Soul.............................................................................................19 Portraits in Leadership......................................................................................20 Academy Book Club............................................................................................21 Women’s Corner The Chodesh Group............................................................................................22 Loaves of Love......................................................................................................23 Caffeine for the Soul..........................................................................................24 Tales of Kings, Warriors and Prophets.........................................................24

The Academy is dedicated to the living legacy of

THE LUBAVITCHER REBBE

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson

Headquarters:

Agoura Hills Satellite Locations:

NORTH RANCH OAK PARK WESTLAKE VILLAGE CALABASAS THOUSAND OAKS SIMI VALLEY NEWBURY PARK MOORPARK

Shabbat and Holiday Programs Club Shabbat........................................................................................................25 Mexican Purim Fiesta........................................................................................26 Senior Program The Sunshine Club.............................................................................................. 27 Chai Youth & Teen Program CKids.......................................................................................................................28 Hebrew High.........................................................................................................29 Cteen.......................................................................................................................30 CTeen – Unite 4 Israel........................................................................................31 CTeen – Summer Experience..........................................................................32 Friendship Circle.................................................................................................33 Special Events Gala Banquet - “Aspire for Greatness”.........................................................34

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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A PERSONAL JOURNEY OF HEALING AND DISCOVERING STRENGTH AND JOY IN THE FACE OF OVERWHELMING CHALLENGE, TRAGEDY AND PAIN

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Monday, January 22

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8:00 P.M. The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall $12 Advanced Paid Reservation, $15 at the Door

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AN INSPIRING EVENING WITH

Mrs. Devorie Kreiman Devorie Kreiman 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. Devorie is currently writing her memoir.

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Myron Sugerman Myron Sugerman is a masterful storyteller, a serious historian, and a communicator par excellence who will dazzle the audience with details of the Mob’s impact on the American Nazi Party in the 1930’s and the Mob’s role in supplying money and weapons to the Hagana and Irgun during Israel’s struggle for independence.

(Please Note that this lecture will take place at our Moorpark location)

Monday, February 5, 7:30 P.M. Chabad of Moorpark, 4225 Tierra Rejada Road $12 Advanced Paid Reservations, $15 At Door

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A LANDMARK FILM”

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ABRAHAM RIESMAN,

“A SWEET AND TENDER COMEDY THAT PROMPTS CHEERFUL SMILES” KEN JAWOROWSKI,

“AN UNUSUALLY SYMPATHETIC LOOK INSIDE A WORLD THAT IS OFTEN HIDDEN FROM VIEW” KENNETH TURMAN,

“AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF FAITH AND FATHERHOOD” JORDAN RAUP,

Monday, February 12 7:30 P.M. Westlake Village Cinema, 4711 Lakeview Canyon Road.

(Corner Agoura Road) Tickets: $12 Tickets can be purchased in advanced online at www.jewishacademy.com 6

Menashe is a warm, life affirming look at the universal bonds between father and son that also sheds unual light on a motoriously provate community. Based largeley on the real life of its Hasidic star Menashe Lustig, the film is strikingly authentic and deeply moving portrait of family, love, connection, and community.

WITH WORLDRENOWNED AUTHOR, COUNSELOR, LECTURER AND PHILOSOPHER

RABBI MANIS FRIEDMAN

Thursday, Feb. 22 8:00 P.M. The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall

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Marriage and Intimacy Ancient Wisdom to Transform Your Love Life

$12 Advanced Paid Reservation, $15 at the Door $72 Sponsor Sponsorship includes 2 tickets to lecture, autographed newly released book by Rabbi Friedman “The Joy of Intimacy”, 2 VIP tickets to Meet and Greet Reception with Rabbi Friedman at 7:30 p.m.

Lecture is co-sponsored by Mikvah USA

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“ONE OF THE GREATEST SPORTING ACCOMPLISHMENTS, EVER” Bill Walton, Basketball Hall of Fame

“PULSE POUNDING ACTION” “AN AGAINST ALL-ODDS STORY OF A GAME AND A TEAM THAT PUT A COUNTRY ON THE MAP!”

“A HIGH-STAKES SPORTS THRILLER SET IN AN INCENDIARY POLITICAL DRAMA”

Monday, March 12 7:30 P.M. Westlake Village Cinema, 4711 Lakeview Canyon Road.

(Corner Agoura Road) Tickets: $12 Tickets can be purchased in advanced online at www.jewishacademy.com 8

ON THE MAP tells the against-all-odds story of Maccabi Tel Aviv’s 1977 European Championship, which took place at a time when the Middle East was still reeling from the 1973 Yom Kippur War, the 1972 Olympic massacre at Munich, and the 1976 hijacking of an Air France flight from Tel Aviv. Through the of lens of sports, ON THE MAP presents a much broader story of how one team captured the heart of a nation amidst domestic turmoil and the global machinations of the Cold War.

The Conejo Jewish Academy Invites You To A Yom Hashoa Film Presentation

Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War is an account of a daring rescue mission that occurred on the precipice of World War II. It tells the story of Waitstill & Martha Sharp, a Unitarian minister and his wife from Wellesley, Massachusetts, who left their children behind in the care of their parish and boldly committed to multiple life-threatening missions in Europe. Over two dangerous years they helped to save hundreds of imperiled political dissidents and Jewish refugees fleeing the Nazi occupation across Europe.

Thursday, April 12 7:30 P.M. Westlake Village Cinema, 4711 Lakeview Canyon Road.

(Corner Agoura Road) Tickets: $12 Tickets can be purchased in advanced online at www.jewishacademy.com

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LIFE AFTER LIFE NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES & WHAT THEY TEACH US

AN EVENING WITH

Monday, April 23 8:00 P.M. The Academy— Skelton Family Lecture Hall $12 Advanced Paid Reservation, $15 at the Door

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Nomi Freeman What is a Near Death Experience? What happens to our consciousness once it leaves the body? What happens during the experience? Is there anything unique about Jewish Near Death Experiences?

Nomi Freeman, the daughter of a renowned Argentinean Kabbalist, has studied hundreds of Near Death Experiences and personally interviewed many people for their stories. She lectures worldwide on Jewish mysticism and how to find one’s spiritual path.

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CAN YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF EFFECTIVELY IN 140 CHARACTERS OR LESS? Should you?

INTRODUCING

A fascinating, new six-session course by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute In Jewish Philosophy, communication is more than just a tool: it is who we are. Humans are defined as communicative beings with a communicative soul, and aligning ourselves with this soul is our raison d’etre.

In “Communications: Its Art and Soul, we contrast Jewish thought with scientific discovery to unearth the essence of communication and how to utilize its powers to better ourselves, our relationships, and all of society.

LESSON 1: The Essence of Communication LESSON 2: Opening Up to New Perspectives LESSON 3: I f Sticks and Stones Can Break Bones, Words are Atom Bombs

Rabbi Yisroel Levine 6 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6, 27, March 6, 13 The Academy— Center for Jewish life

LESSON 4: Context Matters LESSON 5: Influence LESSON 6: Conflict Resolution This course is also available at our Thousand Oaks Satellite on Thursday evenings instructed by Rabbi Chaim Bryski.

Call 805-493-7776 to register.

$50.00 $75.00 per couple (includes textbook and material)

COURSES

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INVITING G-D IN FAITH AND REASON

Opening the Eyes of Your Soul

Rebbetzin Matty Bryski 2 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 30, Feb. 6 The Academy— Center for Jewish life No Fee – Prior Registration Requested

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“Faith is not the absence of reason, it is a skill in its own right, which, when cultivated, allows us to experience the ultimate.” The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson Human beings have many faculties at their disposal. We have a brain to process information, emotions that move us, and intuition that guides us. We have our sensory tools of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. So where does faith fit in? How we live our day to day lives with faith? How can we invite G-d to be part of daily experiences?

COURSES

Existence

Rethink everything you know about our universe. Explore the nature of our world and the meaning of the human condition as you contemplate existential questions about consciousness, the physical, and the metaphysical, to unveil the hidden unity and pervading truth of our existence.

This course is also available at our Thousand Oaks Satellite on Thursday evenings instructed by Rabbi Chaim Bryski.

Call 805-493-7776 to register.

Rabbi Yisroel Levine 6 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 The Academy— Center for Jewish life $50.00 $75.00 per couple (includes textbook and material)

COURSES

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OFFERED IN 4 LOCATIONS!

OFFERED IN 2 LOCATIONS!

Living Torah

The Laboratory of Jewish Law

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Join one of our insightful and thoughtprovoking study groups on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Masters, these sessions will focus on the relevance of the Torah’s teaching to our modern lives.

No Fee in all Locations AGOURA HILLS Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Winter Semester Begins Jan. 16 Spring Semester Begins April 17 Instructor: Rabbi Leibel Kahanov Private Home in Agoura Hills – Call for Directions The Agoura Hills Location is for Men Only WESTLAKE VILLAGE Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Winter Semester Begins Jan. 16 Spring Semester Begins April 17 Instructor: Rabbi Yitzchak Sapochkinsky Chabad of Westlake Village, 2524 Townsgate Road NEWBURY PARK Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Winter Semester Begins Jan. 16 Spring Semester Begins April 17 Instructor: Rabbi Schneur Schneerson Chabad of Newbury Park, 350 Via Las Brisas MOORPARK Wednesdays, 8 p.m., Winter Semester Begins Jan. 17 Spring Semester Begins April 18 Instructor: Rabbi Shimon Heidingsfeld Chabad of Moorpark – 4225 Tierra Rejada Road 14

Talmud

The Weekly Portion

This is an opportunity to dive into the vast sea of the Talmud, the compilation of centuries of legal discussion between the greatest of sages. With its stimulating and mind-sharpening twists of logic, the Talmud represents the ultimate in Jewish scholarship.

THOUSAND OAKS Mondays, 8:15 p.m.

Winter Semester Begins Jan. 15 Spring Semester Begins April 16 Instructor: Rabbi Chaim Bryski Chabad of Thousand Oaks, 2060 E. Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I No Fee SIMI VALLEY Tuesdays, 8:30 p.m.

Winter Semester Begins Jan. 16 Spring Semester Begins April 17 Instructor: Rabbi Nosson Gurary Chabad of Simi Valley, 4464 Alamo Street No Fee

Demons,

Dybbuks,

Ghosts & GOLEMS …and other Kabbalistic Topics

Join us for a four week course that will discuss subjects that are intriguing, fascinating and inspiring.

WEEK 1: Astrology, Constellations and the Zodiac

Devorah Leah Heidingsfeld 4 Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Chabad of Moorpark – 4225 Tierra Rejada Road

WEEK 2: Spiritual DNA of Your Soul WEEK 3: Demons, Dybbuks, Ghosts and Golems

No Fee

WEEK 4: Good Angles, Bad Angels

The Jewish Class of “Why” Why? Why? Why? – A Very Jewish Question ________

Judaism is known for its rational basis, where questions are freely asked and ideas are freely debated. It is that spirit of questioning and discovery that you will encounter in The Jewish Class of Why. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

Winter Semester Begins Jan. 17 Spring Semester Begins April 18 Instructor: Rabbi Yisroel Levine Private Home in Woodland Hills – Call for Directions No Fee

COURSES

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THE WEDNESDAY LUNCH ‘N LEARN STUDY GROUP A Textual Torah Study Group with Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS The Revelation at Sinai

Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.

Winter Semester Begins Jan. 17 Spring Semester Begins April 18

Judaism stands apart from all other religions for it is based upon a G-dly Revelation to an entire nation – not just to an individual prophet. This popular Wednesday Lunch ‘N Learn Study Group, now entering its 26th year, will study this great and eternal revelation containing the foundational laws and teachings of Judaism.

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

The Academy— Center for Jewish life No Fee Lunch Served Following Class – Contributions Encouraged

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COURSES

THE WINTER SEMESTER WILL FOCUS ON COMMANDMENT VIII

Do Not Steal – Jewish Business Ethics

THE SPRING SEMESTER WILL FOCUS ON COMMANDMENT IX

Do Not Swear Falsely – The Sanctity of Truth

A Six Part Basic Judaism Course on the “What, How and Why” of Jewish Life and Living

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 8:00 P.M.

G-d, Torah and the Chosen People Instructor: Rabbi Moshe D. Bryski WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 8:00 P.M.

Mitzvot: The Building Blocks of a Jewish Home Instructor: Rabbi Yisroel Levine WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 8:00 P.M.

Shabbat: An Island in Time

Instructor: Rabbi Yitzchak Sapochkinsky WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 8:00 P.M.

Holiday and Holy Days: The Jewish Calendar Instructor: Rabbi Yisroel Levine

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 8:00 P.M.

Kosher: A Diet for the Soul Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Bistritzky

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 8:00 P.M.

From Baby Naming to Chupah: Jewish Lifecycles Instructor: Rabbi Yitzchak Sapochkinsky

The Academy— Center for Jewish life FREE: Prior Registration Requested

COURSES

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Going Kabbalistic The Basics of Jewish Mysticism

“The science of Kabbalah was previously hidden. In our generation, its study is not only permitted, but it is our sacred duty to reveal its ancient discipline”

Rabbi Yisroel Levine Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.

Winter Semester Begins Jan. 18 Spring Semester Begins April 19

Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, 18th Century

Kabbalah is a rich tradition of esoteric teachings that have been part of Judaism since antiquity. It offers unparalleled insight into the mysteries of life, reality, and spirituality.

Kabbalah penetrates the human psyche and reveals the latent energy that is waiting to be unleashed.

The Academy— Center for Jewish life No Fee - Prior Registration Requested

The Jewish Learning Network

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.

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

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Soul Pre-Life, After-Life and Everything in Between

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

WEEK 1: Pre-Life – The Preparation for the Mission WEEK 2: The Mission – Navigating Through Life’s Challenges WEEK 3: The After-Life – Higher Living

Rabbi Yisroel Levine 3 Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1 The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee – Prior Registration Requested

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PORTRAITS IN LEADERSHIP Timeless Tales for Inspired Living

Discover inner courage, determination, and resilience in the life stories of legendary Talmudic figures such as Hillel, Rabbi Yochanan Ben Zakai, Rabbi Akiva and Judah the Prince. Witness the strength of human character in tales that are sure to resonate within your soul and inspire you to unleash the power within.

Rabbi Yoni Udkoff 3 Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8

One part biography, One part history, All parts inspiration

The Academy— Center for Jewish life No Fee – Prior Registration Requested

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 10:30 A.M.

Discussion on “My Story: Encounters with the Rebbe”

By Jewish Educational Media SUNDAY, MARCH 4, 10:30 A.M.

Discussion on “Sons and Soldiers”

By Bruce Henderson SUNDAY, MAY 6, 10:30 A.M.

Discussion on “The World’s Greatest Book”

By Lawrence Schiffman & Jerry Pattengale

Our Book Club focuses on books relating to finding meaning, purpose and fulfillment in life. Participants are encouraged to read the book of the month (available at Barnes & Noble) prior to the session on that particular reading.

Instructor: Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky Barnes & Noble (2nd floor) – The Promenade Mall, 160 S. Westlake Blvd, Westlake Village No Fee – Open to the Public

WOMEN’S CORNER

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The “Chodesh Group” takes place on the Tuesday evening before each upcoming Hebrew month. Each session opens with a discussion of the month ahead, its significant days and holidays, its spiritual dimension and practical lessons. Participants are then treated to a spectacular workshop focused on creativity, fun, health or novelty.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 7:30 P.M.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Shevat

Music: THE PEN OF THE SOUL

Enjoy piano playing and the beautiful voice of Chaya Marrus as we journey through Chassidic melodies that will stir your soul.

No Fee – Prior Reservations Requested TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 7:30 P.M.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Adar

PERSIAN FOOD, HAMANTASCHEN &

Purim Joy The month of Adar is a month to invite happiness into our lives. Learn some delightful Persian recipes, and of-course, the art of baking Hamantaschen.

No Fee – Prior Reservations Requested TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 7:30 P.M.

Chodesh Group for Hebrew Month of Nissan

Miriam’s Tambourine Learn all about Miriam (the sister of Moses) leading the women in celebration of the Exodus and the Splitting of the Sea. Create your own decorated tambourine to celebrate freedom and redemption. $5.00 fee for the tambourine

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WOMEN’S CORNER

Loaves of Love A CHALLAH BAKING WORKSHOP

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!

Monday, April 16 7:30 P.M. Rebbetzins Matty and Adelle Bryski The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee – Prior Registration Necessary

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Caffeine for the Soul A Women’s Prayer & Study Group

Biblical Tales of Kings, Warriors and Prophets The Book of Kings

________ Start your new week off on the right foot with a Sunday morning all women prayer group reciting Psalms from the Book of Tehillim followed by a study of the weekly Parsha with Chassidic insights that will help shape and brighten your week.

Sundays, Winter Semester Begins January 14 Spring Semester Begins April 15 9:30 a.m. – Prayer Group 10:00 a.m. – Study Group with Rebbetzin Matty Bryski The Academy – Skelton Family Lecture Hall No Fee

________ The Book of Kings records the ups and downs of a turbulent and eventful 400 year period of Jewish history. Join us as we travel in time through the tranquil reign of King Solomon, the fractious splitting of the Kingdom, the miracles of Elijah the Prophet and the tragic destruction of the Beit Hamikdosh, the Holy Temple.

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

Wednesdays, 11 a.m., Winter Semester Begins January 17 Spring Semester Begins April 18 Instructor: Rebbetzin Brocha Sapochkinsky The Academy – Center for Jewish Life No Fee

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WOMEN’S CORNER

PLEASE JOIN US AS WE WELCOME THE SHABBAT WITH AN UPLIFTING AND INSPIRING FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICE A N D L I G H T D I N N E R FO R T H E W H O L E FA M I LY

A Monthly Shabbat Learners Service & Kiddush Hosted By Rabbi Leibel & Chana Stery Kahanov

First Friday Evening of Each Month

530 PM

January 5, Feb. 2, March 2, May 4*, June 1*, July 6*, August 3*

No Background or Affiliation Necessary Prayer Insights by Rabbi Leibel Kahanov Spirited Prayer with Song Children’s Program Transliterated Prayer Books KIDDUSH AND LIGHT DINNER TO FOLLOW SERVICES

Club Shabbat is held at the Chabad Community Campus, 30345 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills *Spring and Summer start time will be 6:00 p.m.

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Thursday, March 1, 2018

Megilla Reading: 4:00 pm • Buffet Dinner 4:30 pm

Mexican Dinner & Margarita Bar Hamantashen & Graggers

Kosher PiÑata

Mariachi Band Juggling Show

Masquerade Come Dressed in Mexican Attire

Fun for the whole family

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HOLIDAYS

Chabad Center for Jewish Life Courtyard 30347 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills $12/Child • $18/Adult (incudes dinner) Prior Reservations Required – Limited Seating

818-991-0991

jewishacademy.com

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.

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 Malka or Chaya at 818-991-0991 or visit MySunshineClub.com

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Mega Babkallah Bake

Junior Matzah Chef

Grab your chef’s hat! We’re taking your baking skills to the next level with some fun challah and babka baking. Also features a Build-A-Challah workshop to make your own talking challah pillow.

Unleash your culinary genius to compete in challenges and create a new twist of traditional Pesach foods.

Sunday, Feb. 11, 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 18, 1:00 p.m.

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

The Academy – Center for Jewish Life

Instructor: Adelle Bryski

Instructor: Adelle Bryski

Free – Suggested Donation $5

Free – Suggested Donation $5 SAVE THE DATE:

CKids Bowling & Pizza Trip • Sunday, June �rd Details to follow

You can register your child(ren) in CKids by visiting ckidsconejo.com Remember, one good deed makes the world a better place!

No one says you can’t have fun while doing it.

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Friendship Walk 2018

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Save the Date Sunday, March 11, 2018 For more info please call 818-222-WALK(9255), visit www.friendshipwalk.org to register and donate.

Join us for an afternoon of family fun and community solidarity as we walk hand-in-hand 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.org for more info or for corporate sponsorship opportunities.

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CHABAD GALA BANQUET 2018

SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2018 FOUR SEASONS HOTEL – WESTLAKE VILLAGE

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Registration

Winter-Spring Semester 2018 Academy Lectures & Films ___ Devorie Kreiman – “Taking on the Impossible” ($12)...................____ ___ Myron Sugerman – “The Mob, The Jews & Israel” ($12)............____ ___ Presentation of Film - “Menashe” ($12)...........................................____ ___ Manis Friedman – “Kabbalah & Comedy of Marriage” ($12).....____

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

___ Manis Friedman – “Sponsorship/VIP Meet & Greet” ($72).......____

Four Ways to Register:

___ Presentation of Film – “On The Map” ($12)....................................____

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