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JKidLA does its very best to bring you the most current information about school, camp and cultural programming for families in Jewish LA, however, it is always a good idea to confirm dates and times with the host organizations. Please note that some programs require RSVPs while others do not. Should you need assistance with reservations, have questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to call; we’re always happy to help.

    • Valley Beth Shalom Day School Open House & Science/Art Fair

    • Location: Encino
    • Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
    • Description: Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 6PM. Join Valley Beth Shalom Day School as they celebrate the school year....read more Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 6PM. Join Valley Beth Shalom Day School as they celebrate the school year. All of the classrooms will be buzzing with excitement as the students show off their work. The school newspaper, projects, portfolios and a variety of displays are highlights of the evening. In addition, school wide Science and Art Fairs showcase student work in these areas. For more information, please contact Nancy Herbst at nherbst@vbsds.org or (818) 788-2199. Address: 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino, CA 91436. Website: http://www.vbsds.org. read less
    • Contact Email: nherbst@vbsds.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 788-2199

    • Susan Sims Bodenstein Parent and Me (Infant & Toddler) Classes of Mishkon Tephilo

    • Location: Venice
    • Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
    • Description: Thursdays, April 25th-June 13th, 2013; Toddler: 9-10:30AM; Infant: 11AM-12:15PM; Special Offer: Due to...read more Thursdays, April 25th-June 13th, 2013; Toddler: 9-10:30AM; Infant: 11AM-12:15PM; Special Offer: Due to a generous grant from the Jewish Federation, these classes are offered free of charge through June 13th, although a $10 donation would be appreciated. Ongoing groups for parents with babies/toddlers 3-14 months and 14-26 months. Families can join anytime! We strive to educate parents, teach them to communicate thoughtfully and respectfully with their children, meet and learn from other families, and have fun with their children through songs, stories and play. Temple membership not required! Contact: Elisa Coburn; preschool@mishkon.org; (310) 396-7733; 201 Hampton Ave., Venice, CA 90291; http://www.mishkon.org read less
    • Contact Email: preschool@mishkon.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 396-7733

    • Conejo Valley Friendship Circle Presents: Miracle Sports League

    • Location: Oak Park
    • Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
    • Description: Every Thursday from 4:45-5:45PM. Under the direction of an experienced sports coach, children with special...read more Every Thursday from 4:45-5:45PM. Under the direction of an experienced sports coach, children with special needs are able to interact with our teen volunteers while enjoying a full range of mainstream sports activities such as basketball, hockey, baseball and soccer – albeit in accordance with their specific capabilities and conceptualizations. Prior Reservation required. For more information please call (818) 865-2233. Oak Park Community Center: 1000 Kanan Rd., Oak Park, CA 91377. http://www.friendshipcircleca.org/ read less
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    • Mati Israeli Community Center Presents "Let's Talk"

    • Location: Woodland Hills
    • Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
    • Description: Thursday, May 23, 2013 for adults. Conversations groups for teenagers to discuss the issues that effect...read more Thursday, May 23, 2013 for adults. Conversations groups for teenagers to discuss the issues that effect their lives; Peer Pressure, Bullying, Self Esteem, Teen Depression, Drugs, Alcohol, Smoking and more. Participating Teens will receive Community service hours. The program will be held in English or Hebrew (According to Registration) Facilitators are bi-lingual, licensed therapists. Registration in advance only: Teen Fee $240 (12 sessions for two hours), Adult Fee: $60 (6 meetings for 2 hours). Watch this video for more information: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pbpMAfXPqU. For more information, please contact maticenter@gmail.com or call (818) 456-8527. Address: 6025 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. Website: http://www.maticenter.com read less
    • Contact Email: maticenter@gmail.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 456-8527

    • Kehillat Ma'arav: Free Trope Class!

    • Location: Santa Monica
    • Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Thursdays; 5-6PM; Have you always wanted to learn how to chant Torah (trope)? Learning trope...read more Ongoing Thursdays; 5-6PM; Have you always wanted to learn how to chant Torah (trope)? Learning trope is a skill you will have for life! This class is open to pre and post B'nai Mitzvah students (enrollment in KM's religious school not required) and to the general community. Contact Person: Sharone Weizman; Email: eddirector@km-synagogue.org; Address: 1715 21st St., Santa Monica, CA 90404; Website: http://km-synagogue.org read less
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    • Sinai Temple Preschool - Douglas Family ECC: Friday Morning Tours!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 24, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Fridays during the school year; 10AM; Please join Tracy Schatz, Director of Sinai Temple Preschool,...read more Ongoing Fridays during the school year; 10AM; Please join Tracy Schatz, Director of Sinai Temple Preschool, for an informal chat and tour of the Early Childhood Center. Tours take place every Friday at 10AM. RSVPs appreciated! Contact Person: Tracy Schatz; Email: tschatz@sinaiakiba.org; Phone: (310) 481-3270; Address: 10400 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90024; Website: http://sinaiakiba.org read less
    • Contact Email: tschatz@sinaiakiba.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 481-3270

    • jTeenLA FilmFest

    • Location: Universal City
    • Date: Friday, May 24, 2013
    • Description: Teens! What's the Jewish Story you want to tell? If you're a teen with an interest in filmmaking, BJE...read more Teens! What's the Jewish Story you want to tell? If you're a teen with an interest in filmmaking, BJE and the Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival could have a special place for your short film in the 2013 festival, which will take place on Sunday, June 9th. Submit one of two tracks...'Telling a Jewish Story,' or, using an object for inspiration, "Telling the Jewish Story of a Prayer Book." For more information, please contact: Contact Person: Alisha Pedowitz; Email: apedowitz@bjela.org; Phone: (323) 761-8621; Webste: http://www.bjela.org/Teens/jTeenLA_FilmFest/ read less
    • Contact Email: apedowitz@bjela.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8621

    • Temple Aliyah Klezmer & Choir Shabbat Service

    • Location: Woodland Hills
    • Date: Friday, May 24, 2013
    • Description: Friday, May 24, 2013 at 8:15 PM The Klezmer/Choir Service features our own Klezmer Band and Mizmor Shir...read more Friday, May 24, 2013 at 8:15 PM The Klezmer/Choir Service features our own Klezmer Band and Mizmor Shir Adult Choir. Violin, clarinet and accordion blend the Eastern European sound of klezmer with the beautiful voices of our choir. For more information, contact the Temple Aliyah Office at (818) 346-3545. 6025 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA CA Website: http://www.templealiyah.org read less
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    • Fridays at the Zimmer!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 24, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Fridays: Sing-a-long at 11AM; Freeze Dance at 1PM; Join us! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email:...read more Ongoing Fridays: Sing-a-long at 11AM; Freeze Dance at 1PM; Join us! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Temple Isaiah 4th Fridays! (For Families with Children 3-8)

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 24, 2013
    • Description: 4th Friday of the month; 5:30PM; An engaging Shabbat experience geared toward families with younger children,...read more 4th Friday of the month; 5:30PM; An engaging Shabbat experience geared toward families with younger children, followed by an oneg Shabbat with finger foods and Temple Isaiah's famous cholent! Parents and grandparents welcome! This service takes place on the fourth Friday of every month. Phone: (310) 277-2772; Address: 10345 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Website: http://templeisaiah.com read less
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    • Temple Aliyah Presents Shabbat Club!

    • Location: Woodland Hills
    • Date: Saturday, May 25, 2013
    • Description: Saturdays, May 25, and June 15, 2013 from 10AM-1:30PM. Join us for a Tot Shabbat program for children...read more Saturdays, May 25, and June 15, 2013 from 10AM-1:30PM. Join us for a Tot Shabbat program for children 2-5 years old. "Kid"ush, for children in grades 1st - 3rd and Chaverim for children in grades 4th - 6th. Includes Kiddush Shabbat Club Lunch and afternoon activities. Singing, prayer, Fun & Fitness, Drama, Hanging with friends, Everything you love about camp at Shabbat! Please call Lori or Jo Ann for more information at (818) 346-3545 or email lorim@templealiyah.org. 6025 Valley Circle Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. http://www.templealiyah.org read less
    • Contact Email: lorim@templealiyah.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 346-3545

    • Valley Beth Shalom Tot Shabbat Services

    • Location: Encino
    • Date: Saturday, May 25, 2013
    • Description: Saturday, May 25, 2013. 10:00am - 11:00am. Every second and fourth Saturday of each month. Celebrate...read more Saturday, May 25, 2013. 10:00am - 11:00am. Every second and fourth Saturday of each month. Celebrate Shabbat with your little ones at VBS Tot Shabbat. Tot Shabbat services are lead by our talented musicians Julie Lockman and Cindy Paley-Aboody and feature a story by one of the Rabbis. Tots sing, clap, and dance with their parents while learning the Shabbat morning service. Following services a light lunch is served. Many families stay after lunch and bring their kids to one of the playgrounds for Shabbat play. For more information, please call 818-788-6000. 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino, 91436, http://www.vbs.org. read less
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    • Westside JCC: A Taste of JCamp!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, May 26, 2013
    • Description: Sunday, May 26th, 2013; 1-3PM; Come and see what JCamp has to offer this summer! Bring the kids, do some...read more Sunday, May 26th, 2013; 1-3PM; Come and see what JCamp has to offer this summer! Bring the kids, do some fun arts and crafts and learn all about JCamp! Please RSVP by May 24th. Contact Person: Molly Hoffman; Email: mhoffman@westsidejcc.org; Phone: (323) 556-5210; Address: , Los Angeles, CA; Website: http://westsidejcc.org read less
    • Contact Email: mhoffman@westsidejcc.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 556-5210

    • Zimmer Children's Museum Sunday Program: Memorial Day Crafts

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, May 26, 2013
    • Description: Sunday, May 26th, 2013; 3-4PM; Free with paid admission; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA...read more Sunday, May 26th, 2013; 3-4PM; Free with paid admission; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
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    • Silverlake Independent JCC Preschool Open House

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2013
    • Description: Second & Last Tuesdays of the Month; October through June; 10:30AM; Come have a look at the Silverlake...read more Second & Last Tuesdays of the Month; October through June; 10:30AM; Come have a look at the Silverlake Independent JCC Preschool! Our program fosters a sense of belonging among Jews, mixed-faith families and other interested people by providing educational, recreational and social programs steeped in Jewish tradition, culture and values. No RSVP necessary, but please leave the kids at home as there is a half hour sit-down portion of the tour and childcare is not provided. Open Houses take place on the second and last Tuesday of the month, October through June. Contact Person: Ruth Shavit; Email: info@sijcc.net; Phone: (323) 663-2255; Address: 1110 Bates Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029; Website: http://sijcc.net read less
    • Contact Email: info@sijcc.net
    • Contact Phone: (323) 663-2255

    • Baby Banter at University Synagogue

    • Location: Brentwood
    • Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2013
    • Description: Spring/Summer, 2013; New parent & me sessions for babies 6 weeks to 12+ months old; Free intro. classes...read more Spring/Summer, 2013; New parent & me sessions for babies 6 weeks to 12+ months old; Free intro. classes on Tuesdays May 14th & 28th, 2103; 11:15AM- babies 6 weeks to 8 months; 12:15 PM- babies 6-12+months. Baby Banter is a collaborative effort between University Synagogue's ECLC and Stretch-n-Grow/5 Star Enrichment, with a focus on movement & music, baby bonding & storytime. After intro. classes, the regular Tuesday program will begin 6/25 and will cost $72 for 4 sessions. Phone: (310) 472-0603; Website: http://unisyn.org/baby read less
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    • Weizmann Middle School Presents: Twelfth Night

    • Location: Pasadena
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Wednesday, May 29th, 2013; 9AM & 7PM; Phone: (626) 797-0204; Address: 1434 N. Altadena St., Pasadena,...read more Wednesday, May 29th, 2013; 9AM & 7PM; Phone: (626) 797-0204; Address: 1434 N. Altadena St., Pasadena, CA 91107; Website: http://weizmann.net read less
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    • Conejo Valley Friendship Circle Presents: Rock Climbing

    • Location: Calabasas
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Wednesday, May 29, 2013, from 4-5pm. Do you sometimes feel like your kids are "climbing the walls"...read more Wednesday, May 29, 2013, from 4-5pm. Do you sometimes feel like your kids are "climbing the walls" or at least seem ready to do so? Well here's an opportunity for them to do just that with walls other than your home! At the Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, the Friendship Circle hosts special rock climbing sessions on an indoor wall on the last Wednesday of every month. It's fun challenging, and completely safe with professional supervision at all times. No fee. Reservation required. 818-865-2233. Location: Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas, CA 91301. http://www.friendshipcircleca.org read less
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    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Block Party!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Wednesdays at 3PM; Build communities with all kinds of blocks! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email:...read more Ongoing Wednesdays at 3PM; Build communities with all kinds of blocks! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Sephardic Temple Tifereth Israel: "I Am Almost Two" Parent & Me

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Wednesdays, March 13th-May 29th, 2013; 9:30-10:30AM; for toddlers ages 18-24 months; Phone: (310) 475-5544; Address:...read more Wednesdays, March 13th-May 29th, 2013; 9:30-10:30AM; for toddlers ages 18-24 months; Phone: (310) 475-5544; Address: 10500 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024; Website: http://sephardictemple.org read less
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    • Zimmer Children's Museum VIB (Very Important Babies) Hour!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Wednesdays from 9-10AM; Exclusively for the under 2 crowd! Tiny tykes and their caregivers can...read more Ongoing Wednesdays from 9-10AM; Exclusively for the under 2 crowd! Tiny tykes and their caregivers can enjoy the museum in a more relaxed setting, giving both kids and adults more room to breathe (and crawl and climb). Adult admission rates apply. As this hour’s intention is to create a safe, comfortable play space for our youngest visitors, we ask families with older siblings to join us for regular museum hours at 10AM. Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
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    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Culture Club

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
    • Description: Ongoing Wednesdays at 11AM; We'll explore stories, songs and cuisines from around the world. Email:...read more Ongoing Wednesdays at 11AM; We'll explore stories, songs and cuisines from around the world. Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8989; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://www.zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8989

    • Kadima Day School Early Childhood Education Center Prospective & New Parent Open House

    • Location: West Hills
    • Date: Thursday, May 30, 2013
    • Description: Thursday, May 30, 2012 at 6:00 pm. Includes a Pizza Party and Open Play. For additional information...read more Thursday, May 30, 2012 at 6:00 pm. Includes a Pizza Party and Open Play. For additional information contact Michelle Starkman at 818-346-0849 or mstarkman@kadimadayschool.org. 7011 Shoup Avenue, West Hills, CA 91307. http://www.kadimadayschool.org read less
    • Contact Email: mstarkman@kadimadayschool.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 346-0849

    • OurSpace Artistic Spectrum Gallery Exhibition

    • Location: Encino
    • Date: Thursday, May 30, 2013
    • Description: Thursday evening, May 30, 2013 7:00-9:00PM at Valley Beth Shalom. . The OurSpace Artistic Spectrum for...read more Thursday evening, May 30, 2013 7:00-9:00PM at Valley Beth Shalom. . The OurSpace Artistic Spectrum for Jewish Learning class will be having their fourth annual art gallery. The theme for the year is "The Blessings of Shabbat and Havdallah. Come meet the artists from our program, as well as some of the professional guest artists. Don’t miss this very special evening! The artists will be available to explain each of their pieces, while you enjoy delicious desserts by Starlite Caterers. RSVP by May 21st, please call (818) 530-4094. www.ourspacela.org OurSpace - Where Jewish experiences happen for children, teens, and adults with special needs. read less
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    • Yachad LA: April-June Programs

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 31, 2013
    • Description: 4/17: Toppings & Torah w/ B'nei Akiva; 7PM; 5/31-6/2: Yachad Family Shabbaton (Sheraton Agoura Hills) Contact...read more 4/17: Toppings & Torah w/ B'nei Akiva; 7PM; 5/31-6/2: Yachad Family Shabbaton (Sheraton Agoura Hills) Contact Person: Ian Lurie; Email: luriel@ou.org; Phone: (310) 948-8307; Address: 9831 W. Pico Blvd. Website: http://yachad.org read less
    • Contact Email: luriel@ou.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 948-8307

    • The PJ Library

    • Location: City/Valley
    • Date: Friday, May 31, 2013
    • Description: PJ Library is expanding! Membership in the PJ Library enables families to receive free monthly mailings...read more PJ Library is expanding! Membership in the PJ Library enables families to receive free monthly mailings that contain Jewish books & music for children ages 6 months to 5.5 years. As of March, 2013, funding for 3000 more children has been obtained for children in the city and valley combined! That's a total of 8000 children in the Greater Los Angeles community who will benefit from this wonderful resource, made available by the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, generous local donors and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. Please visit http://PJLIbrary.org to sign up! Contact Person: Risa Goldstein; Email: pjlibrary@jewishla.org; Phone: (818) 464-2852; Website: http://www.pjlibrary.org read less
    • Contact Email: pjlibrary@jewishla.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 464-2852

    • Temple Isaiah Preschool: Friday Friends Parent & Me (3-6 months)

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 31, 2013
    • Description: Fridays, April 12th-June 7th, 2013; 9-10AM; A typical day will include: elements of RIE, parent education,...read more Fridays, April 12th-June 7th, 2013; 9-10AM; A typical day will include: elements of RIE, parent education, songs, finger-play, learning the art of baby watching. Cost: $180 Members; $225 Non-Members; Email: peggy@templeisaiah.com; Phone: (310) 553-3552; Address: 10345 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Website: http://templeisaiah.com read less
    • Contact Email: peggy@templeisaiah.com
    • Contact Phone: (310) 553-3552

    • Diller Teen Fellows Program

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, May 31, 2013
    • Description: The Los Angeles Diller Teen Fellows Program is a 15 month long program for incoming 11th graders that...read more The Los Angeles Diller Teen Fellows Program is a 15 month long program for incoming 11th graders that has an international scope and includes leadership development, social justice activities and a joint project with a parallel teen program in Tel Aviv. Participants will take part in monthly workshops, weekend retreats and a three-week trip to Israel. The Diller Teen Fellows Program develops future leaders of the Jewish community, creates lifelong friendships and makes even the most accomplished student stand out when applying to college! More information about program, cost and application process available. Deadline for applications: 5/31/13. Contact Person: Sami Stein; Email: sstein@westsidejcc.org; Phone: (323) 556-5207; Address: 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Website: http://www.westsidejcc.org/teens/diller-teen-fellows/ read less
    • Contact Email: sstein@westsidejcc.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 556-5207

    • Temple Aliyah Shabbat Live!

    • Location: Woodland Hills
    • Date: Friday, May 31, 2013
    • Description: Friday. May 31, 2013 at 7:30PM.! Experience Shabbat with new and old friends! 6025 Valley Circle Blvd,...read more Friday. May 31, 2013 at 7:30PM.! Experience Shabbat with new and old friends! 6025 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills. Website: http://www.templealiyah.org read less
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    • Contact Phone: (818) 346-3545