Kibbitz Korner
2026-01-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Temple RAMAT ZION, 17655 Devonshire Street, Northridge, CA, 91325, United States
Wednesdays at Temple Ramat Zion
Celebrate the spirit of togetherness with us! Our Kibbitz Korner meets every Wednesday at 10:30AM. A different type of program each week: karaoke, card games, trivia and more.
10:30-11:30AM
Fun Games
Community
Entertainment
Treats and Beverages

Rosh Hodesh—TRZ's Monthly Women's Meet Up
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:30
Rosh Hodesh—TRZ’s Monthly Women’s Meet Up
A Program for Women 50+ Navigating Life Together

Wise Aging in Everyday Life
2026-01-26 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-02 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-09 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-16 14:30 - 16:30
6 sessions, Mondays from 2:30-4:30pm (PT)
Jan 12, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, 2026
On ZOOM only
Participants must have taken “Introduction to Wise Aging” or its equivalent in order to be accepted into this class.
Anyone who isn’t sure whether they’ve met the necessary prerequisites for this class should contact Valerie Edwards at valerie.edwards9999@gmail.com to discuss their individual situation. Those who register for the class but don’t attend the first session may be dropped from the class.
ZOOM link sent upon registration.

Restless Soul: Mordecai Kaplan and the Reinvention of American Judaism
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-26 16:00 - 17:00
Restless Soul: Mordecai Kaplan and the Reinvention of American Judaism February 12, 19 and 26th,
4:00-5:00PM —ONLINE ONLY
Rabbi Mordecai Kaplan was admired by many, challenged by others, and never stopped trying to reinvent what it meant to live a Jewish life in the modern world.
In this special three-part Melton+ series presented in cooperation with Valley Beth Shalom, the Harold M Schulweis Institute, and the Mordecai Kaplan Center for Jewish Peoplehood, Rabbi Ed Feinstein sits down with historian Jenna Weissman Joselit, author of the forthcoming Jewish Lives biography Mordecai M. Kaplan: Restless Soul, for a candid and compelling exploration of Kaplan’s life and legacy. Founder of the Reconstructionist movement, fierce critic of inherited dogma, and tireless advocate for a Judaism that could speak to modern life, Kaplan reshaped American Jewish identity and ignited ongoing debate about faith, community, and change.
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Music of the Middle East﻿—Temple Ramat Zion ﻿
2026-02-15 16:30 - 17:30
Temple Ramat Zion
Music of the Middle East
February 15 at 4:30PM

Visit https://www.trz.org/ for more info.

TJVillage Thursday Program: ﻿ ﻿A Persian Purim
2026-02-19 13:30 - 15:30
TJVillage Thursday Program:
A Persian Purim
Thursday, February 19
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM—Temple Judea
Guest Speaker, Shora Kianfar, will discuss Iranian Jewish customs and historical landmarks associated with Queen Esther. While we enjoy Purim pastries, we will have the opportunity to ask questions and share our own Purim memories & traditions!
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VBS Hazak—Hazak Mondays
2026-02-23 10:00 - 13:00
VBS Hazak
Hazak Monday
February 23
(10:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Hazak Monday in person at VBS and online on YouTube.

10:00AM: What Next for Israel and the Middle East? with Steve Zipperstein, UCLA

11:15AM: Better Living Through the Magic of Communication, with Clinical Psychologist and VBS Member Ron Reiter

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L'Dor v'Dor Teaching Ourselves about our Ancestors - A Genealogy Workshop with Richard Hoffman,
2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00
Temple Judea
L’Dor v’Dor Teaching Ourselves about our Ancestors – A Genealogy Workshop with Richard Hoffman, Monday, February 23—6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Have you ever wondered where your grandparents lived? How their birth, death or marriage was announced by presenting the event before the landsmen, the documents that represent these life events are largely available through the genealogical indexes that are now on the internet. Learn to research your family tree by attending this genealogy workshop — a favorite at Temple Judea.
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From Crisis to Opportunity: Navigating Israel's Future in a Rapidly Realigning Middle East
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:30
The UCLA Y&S Nazarian Center for Israel Studies—From Crisis to Opportunity: Navigating Israel’s Future in a Rapidly Realigning Middle East
On February 25 at UCLA, Ambassador Ronen Hoffman—scholar, former diplomat, and peace negotiator—will present the Center’s Harry C. Sigman Distinguished Lecture on future trajectories for Israel and the Middle East in the post-October 7 era.
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Under the Chuppah-The Drama and Power of a Jewish Wedding
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:30
Temple Ahavat Shalom
Under the Chuppah-The Drama and Power of a Jewish Wedding Wednesday February 25 at 7PM
What if a Jewish wedding is not just a ceremony, but a powerful teaching about how to build a life with another person? Join us for a one hour Zoom class that unpacks the drama, symbolism, and deep wisdom woven into every moment under the chuppah.
No prior knowledge is needed, just curiosity.
No RSVP needed; see the weekly TAS Bulletin for the ZOOM link.

Jewish California Governor 2026 Candidate Forum
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:30
Jewish California Governor 2026 Candidate Forum
Thursday, February 26, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM PT
Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Join us in Los Angeles for the Jewish community’s statewide gubernatorial forum – a rare, high-stakes opportunity to hear directly from the leading candidates for Governor on the issues that matter most to Jewish Californians.
This is where candidates will share how they intend to protect Jewish communities and strengthen Jewish values in California. Topics will include antisemitism prevention, the California-Israel relationship, K-12 education and ethnic studies, community safety, and the critical social safety net programs that support vulnerable populations across our state.
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Valley Opera & Performing Arts (VOPA) 20th Anniversary Concert Spectacular
2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-01 15:00 - 17:30
Valley Opera & Performing Arts (VOPA) 20th Anniversary Concert Spectacular
Friday, February 28 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 1 | 3:00 PM
El Portal Theatre, North Hollywood
Special offer for SAYVA members!
Valley Opera & Performing Arts (VOPA) is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a Concert Spectacular. SAYVA community members may receive $7 off Tier 1 or Tier 2 tickets by typing “SAYVA” into the Promo Code field. This opportunity is open to SAYVA partners and anyone with access to the code.

Renaissance Lively Lunch—Kol Tikvah
2026-03-10 12:30 - 14:00
Kol Tikvah
Tuesday, March 10 | 12:30 p.m.
Renaissance Lively Lunch
Join us on Tuesday as we watch and discuss 2 of the nominated 2026 Academy Awards: Best Animated Short Film Papillon (Butterfly) by Florence Miailhe and The Three Sisters by Dir. Konstantin Bronzit.
Bring your lunch – we will supply popcorn, other snacks, and refreshments!

Growing Older, Growing Wiser—In Person
2026-03-12 14:00 - 15:00
Join Rabbi Raff and Margaret Altschul, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, for a series of conversations on Zoom about Growing Older, Growing Wiser!
In the four-part series, we will explore what Jewish tradition teaches about finding meaning and purpose in later adulthood.
Engage in deep conversations, share reflections on growing older…how you stay creative and productive in later life and remain connected. Become a B’nei Hochmah, a child of wisdom as together we will prepare, learn, and share a guided process of reflection to forge a new vision for your life’s purpose that reflects what’s important now.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 • 22 Cheshvan 5786
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM-Temple Judea (in person)
Thursday, January 8, 2026 • 19 Tevet 5786
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM-Temple Judea (in person)
Thursday, March 12, 2026 • 23 Adar 5786
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM-Temple Judea (in person)
Thursday, May 14, 2026 • 27 Iyar 5786
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM-Temple Judea (in person)

Crucial Conversations—TJ Village ﻿ ﻿Temple Judea
2026-03-12 14:00 - 15:30
TJ Village
Temple Judea
Crucial Conversations
Thurs., March 12, | 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Growing Older, Growing Wiser shifts to a new 3-part Series taught by Rabbi Josh Aaronson and Rabbi Bruce Raff.
Thursday, March 12
Session #1 will focus on Rituals of Mortality, taught by Rabbi Raff
Thursday, April 23
Session #2 Rituals & Customs of Jewish Mourning, through the end of the Shana, taught by Rabbi Aaronson
Thursday, May 14
Session #3 The Legacy We Bequeath: Ethical Wills, taught by Rabbi Aaronson and Rabbi Raff
A discussion of the process of growing older, including end-of-life issues & rituals; preparing for death.
Everyone is welcome to attend this 3-part series, regardless if you have attended in the past, are currently enrolled, or have never participated in Growing Older, Growing Wiser. *Please REGISTER for Crucial Conversations: Preparing for the End of Life.
Even if you are already enrolled for the previously scheduled classes on March 12 & May 24, 2pm, *you must enroll!

Death Over Dinner: Jewish Edition
2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:30
Tuesday, March 17—6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Hamakom: 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills, CA 91304

Death Over Dinner: Jewish Edition is a warm, welcoming gathering centered around a shared meal and facilitated conversation. Our dinner table is a place to slow down, listen deeply, and engage in meaningful dialogue about end-of-life, grief, legacy, and what truly matters—held within the richness of Jewish tradition and community.
This event is held and hosted at Hamakom, in partnership with SAYVA, and facilitated by Valley Chevra Kadisha, the first community Chevra Kadisha in Los Angeles.
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