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June 2017
The City of Dreamers Gala
Come dine and dance in The City of Dreamers as Sinai Temple honors Joseph & Freda Gabbaian, along with our 2017 Young Leaders Award recipients.
Find out more »September 2017
Barad Hall Service
Pouran & Parviz Nazarian First Floor Rabbi Brad Artson | Cantor Lisa Peicott | Ty Woodward and Choir Traditional liturgy with the musical nostalgia of the Yom Tov accompanied by new melodies of prayer. Rabbi Brad Artson leads with insightful sermons and engages the congregation in dialogue exploring the spiritual themes of the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). Cantor Lisa Peicott’s magnificent voice and beautiful neshama bring warmth and meaning. Barad Hall features an octet choir, lay participation, and re-enactment of the Duchenin (Priestly Blessing) and personal prayers before the ark during the Yom Kippur break.
Find out more »Barad Hall Service
Pouran & Parviz Nazarian First Floor Rabbi Brad Artson | Cantor Lisa Peicott | Ty Woodward and Choir Traditional liturgy with the musical nostalgia of the Yom Tov accompanied by new melodies of prayer. Rabbi Brad Artson leads with insightful sermons and engages the congregation in dialogue exploring the spiritual themes of the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). Cantor Lisa Peicott’s magnificent voice and beautiful neshama bring warmth and meaning. Barad Hall features an octet choir, lay participation, and re-enactment of the Duchenin (Priestly Blessing) and personal prayers before the ark during the Yom Kippur break.
Find out more »Barad Hall Service
Pouran & Parviz Nazarian First Floor Rabbi Brad Artson | Cantor Lisa Peicott | Ty Woodward and Choir Traditional liturgy with the musical nostalgia of the Yom Tov accompanied by new melodies of prayer. Rabbi Brad Artson leads with insightful sermons and engages the congregation in dialogue exploring the spiritual themes of the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). Cantor Lisa Peicott’s magnificent voice and beautiful neshama bring warmth and meaning. Barad Hall features an octet choir, lay participation, and re-enactment of the Duchenin (Priestly Blessing) and personal prayers before the ark during the Yom Kippur break.
Find out more »Barad Hall Mincha
Pouran & Parviz Nazarian First Floor Rabbi Brad Artson | Cantor Lisa Peicott | Ty Woodward and Choir Traditional liturgy with the musical nostalgia of the Yom Tov accompanied by new melodies of prayer. Rabbi Brad Artson leads with insightful sermons and engages the congregation in dialogue exploring the spiritual themes of the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). Cantor Lisa Peicott’s magnificent voice and beautiful neshama bring warmth and meaning. Barad Hall features an octet choir, lay participation, and re-enactment of the Duchenin (Priestly Blessing) and personal prayers before the ark during the Yom Kippur break.
Find out more »Barad Hall Service
Pouran & Parviz Nazarian First Floor Rabbi Brad Artson | Cantor Lisa Peicott | Ty Woodward and Choir Traditional liturgy with the musical nostalgia of the Yom Tov accompanied by new melodies of prayer. Rabbi Brad Artson leads with insightful sermons and engages the congregation in dialogue exploring the spiritual themes of the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). Cantor Lisa Peicott’s magnificent voice and beautiful neshama bring warmth and meaning. Barad Hall features an octet choir, lay participation, and re-enactment of the Duchenin (Priestly Blessing) and personal prayers before the ark during the Yom Kippur break.
Find out more »October 2017
A Night of Hope and Remembrance Gala
Please join us for a memorable evening as we honor Rabbi Nicole Guzik and Sinai Temple's Holocaust survivors while funding March of the Living missions for our young professional community.
Find out more »September 2018
Traditional Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Join us for this traditional Erev Rosh Hashanah service. Open to the community.
Find out more »Sukkot Yeladim
Join us for a special Dor Chadash Sukkot Service, complete with lulav and etrog shaking and edible sukkahs! 10:30 a.m. Service 11:00 a.m. Craft Projects For questions, contact Rachel Polansky at [email protected] or (310) 481-3228.
Find out more »October 2021
Thursday Morning Torah with Rabbi Wolpe
Join us in-person in Barad Hall or watch on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.
Find out more »December 2021
Men’s Club Event: How to Double Down on Our Jewish Identity During the Christmas Holiday Season
Rabbi Adam Greenwald will discuss how to double down on our Jewish identity during the National Holiday in the United States, Christmas. What do proud Jews think about their Jewish identity during this time of year? Can you ignore Christmas altogether where retail shops and residents put up holiday decorations, Christmas TV Commercials galore, and lights on every tree? Are “our” traditions in competition with “theirs”? How do we properly celebrate Chanukah and invoke the Jewish flame inside each of our souls to ignite our beautiful rituals and traditions? Please join the discussion of this riveting topic, something every one of us has thought about. Whether…
Find out more »April 2022
Screening: Into the Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kindertransport
In honor of Yom HaShoah, please join us for a special screening of Into The Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kindertransport, followed by a discussion with Rabbi Erez Sherman and Academy Award-winning producer and Sinai Temple member, Deborah Oppenheimer. Q&A will be livestreamed on our website (Closed Captions), Facebook page and YouTube channel. Click HERE to register.
Find out more »Thursday Morning Torah with Rabbi Wolpe
Join us in-person in Barad Hall or watch on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.
Find out more »May 2022
Thursday Morning Torah with Rabbi Wolpe
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Screening: “The Survivor” – An HBO Original
Sinai Temple will be hosting a screening of HBO’s new film “The Survivor,” as well as a post-film conversation moderated by Rabbi Erez Sherman on May 5. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Tonight's program will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. starting with the screening of The Survivor. Following the film will be a conversation moderated by Rabbi Erez Sherman. Parking: Members can park in the garage. Non-members should park on the street (please pay attention to posted street signs) and enter through the Beverly Glen sliding doors. Sinai Temple's COVID-19 Policies: Click HERE to read our latest policies. Everyone…
Find out more »Thursday Morning Torah with Rabbi Wolpe
Join us in-person in Barad Hall or watch on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.
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KEEN Volunteer Day at Sinai Temple
The volunteer orientation will be suitable for ages 17 and up. We will have snacks and beverages and will go over the mission and service of KEEN, as well as walk new volunteers through a day at KEEN. We are also honoring some of our top volunteers with a short awards ceremony. Email Suzanne Phillips to register.
Find out more »Thursday Morning Torah with Rabbi Wolpe
Join us in-person in Barad Hall or watch on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.
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Annual Sisterhood Torah Fund Luncheon Honoring Rabbi David Wolpe
At the Sinai Temple Sisterhood Annual Torah Fund Luncheon, Sisterhood will be honoring Rabbi David Wolpe with the Ha’Yay Olam Award for his service to the Sisterhood, Sinai Temple and the Jewish community. The luncheon will take place on May 24, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. in Barad Hall and Pilot Plaza at Sinai Temple. All donations made in honor of Rabbi Wolpe will be given to the Torah Fund Campaign, run under the auspices of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism. The Torah Fund provides financial support to our five Conservative Jewish seminaries and scholarships to their students. Please honor Rabbi Wolpe…
Find out more »June 2022
Sinai Temple Gala Honoring Jamie & Joel Berman
Sinai Temple is thrilled to announce the long-awaited return of our annual Gala! Please join the congregation for a fun evening to support Sinai Temple and honor Jamie and Joel Berman, two of Sinai Temple’s most dedicated leaders. Sunday, June 12 Barad Hall*, Sinai Temple 5:30 p.m. International cuisine and dancing 7:00 p.m. Program *Pilot Plaza will be available for outdoor dining Sponsorships Available Online registration has closed. For more information, please contact Mike Amerikaner at [email protected]. This event will adhere to Sinai Temple’s COVID Protocols.
Find out more »November 2022
Multifaith Evening of Gratitude
Words of inspiration from Los Angeles faith leaders Songs of gratitude Hands-on service project Click HERE to register. Thank You to Our Partners! Church of the Good Shepherd Muslim Coalition for America Temple Beth Am Faithful Central Bible Church Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Find out more »April 2023
Yom HaShoah Program – A Screening of “Determined: The Story of Holocaust Survivor Avraham Perlmutter”
This award-winning, inspirational documentary follows Avraham as he outwits the Nazis and overcomes every obstacle in his way. Following the movie, Rabbi Sherman will facilitate a Q&A with the filmmaker, Avraham’s daughter Keren Perlmutter, Ph.D., and virtually with descendants of the Beijers family, who helped to save Avraham in the Netherlands during the Holocaust 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm PDT Barad Hall FREE - registration required Click HERE to register
Find out more »Kabbalat Shabbat with Shanee Zamir
Celebrating Israel Through Song Friday, April 28 6:30 p.m. Barad Hall Shabbat service experience featuring renowned Israeli performer Shanee Zamir, with services led by the Sinai Temple clergy. Shanee Zamir is a popular classical – crossover soprano who lights up a stage with her compelling voice. She has competed on the European Song Contest, “Israel Eurovision,” winning 1st Place in the Public’s Vote. Shanee has toured worldwide and performed with noted artists including Rami Kleinstein, Harel Skaat, Sarit Hadad, Matti Caspi, Craig Taubman, Mike Burstyn and Maestro William Goldstein. Learn more about Shanee - www.shaneezamir.com Walk ins welcome, but registration is…
Find out more »December 2023
Rock Wednesdays!
Spoon Full of Hesed: Join members of Sinai Temple (open to ALL members) and give back by assembling care packages to support and spread love to members of our community who could use a little TLC! Featuring ATID with a 21+ Bar, and a Shuk with Israeli artisans selling their products! December 27 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Barad Hall Pizza dinner provided! COST: Your enthusiasm for helping members of our community. Donations to support Social Action efforts of our community are appreciated! Questions? Email Rabbi Taff at [email protected] Register here.
Find out more »January 2024
Self-Defense Workshop
The Sinai Temple Sisterhood presents this self-defense workshop, taught by Gerson Sanginitto, DELTA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2023 World Champion and 6th degree jiu-jitsu black belt. Sunday, January 7, 2023 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Barad Hall $45/person Ages 10+ welcome Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers! Register here. For more information, contact Cici Hallegua at [email protected].
Find out more »February 2024
“Outsider” Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion
Sunday, February 4 3:00 – 4:30pm, Doors open at 2:30pm Featuring Carolyn Hoffman, LCSW, Dr. David Fogelson, Anna August, and Laura Ornest OUTSIDER (40 min, Audience Award Winner for Best Short Film at the Montclair Film Festival) presents a rarely seen, unvarnished view of a family’s journey with mental illness and captures the surprising ways they found connection. Following the screening, we will hear from knowledgeable panelists regarding mental health, art, and family! Plus: come early to view Maury Ornest’s paintings. Presented by the Sinai Temple Mental Health Center The Sinai Temple Mental Health Center is generously underwritten by the…
Find out more »March 2024
Weaving the Tapestry of Ancestry and Modernity: The Next Generation of Iranian Jewish Women in Literature and Academia
USC Casden Institute, Sinai Temple and the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles proudly present The 2024 Lee Endowed Lectureship Weaving the Tapestry of Ancestry and Modernity: The Next Generation of Iranian Jewish Women in Literature and Academia Sunday, March 17 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Barad Hall In honor of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, USC Casden Institute, Sinai Temple and theJewish Community Foundation are proud to host a discussion featuring a panel of highly distinguished Iranian Jewish women who are pillars of our community, whose voices have come to define excellence in literature and academia. Honoring Gina Nahai as…
Find out more »Annual Sinai Temple Sisterhood Torah Fund Luncheon
Tuesday, March 26 11:30 a.m. Barad Hall Please join Sisterhood at the Annual Torah Fund luncheon where we are thrilled to present Rabbi Sherman and Marilyn Stern with the Ha’Yay Olam Award. Please consider honoring them by donating to Torah Fund. Torah Fund provides financial support to Conservative Jewish seminaries, including the Jewish Theological Seminary and the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies. Your generosity will help to educate rabbis, cantors and the educators of tomorrow. "Journalism in the Post October 7th World" Join us for a lively panel discussion with Lisa Daftari, TV/radio personality, journalist, and podcast host of "The…
Find out more »April 2024
March Madness Championship Screening!
Monday, April 8 5:30 – 8 pm Barad Hall Come watch the final game of March Madness with Rabbi Erez Sherman at Sinai Temple! Tickets include a pizza dinner and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks. Get tickets.
Find out more »Rock Wednesday!
Wednesday, April 10 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Barad Hall Rock out with other Sinai Temple families for a night of interactive learning. Dinner is included, as always! For this Rock Wednesday, we'll have a Passover cooking class with Danny Corsun, founder of Culinary Judaics Academy, whose workshops have reached over 50,000 public and private school students all over Los Angeles and beyond! Register here.
Find out more »Community Passover 2nd Night Seder
Tuesday, April 23 6:15 pm Barad Hall Led by Rabbi Avi Taff, Cantor Marcus Feldman, and Benjamin Fingerhut! Join us for a family-friendly, interactive 2nd night Passover Seder filled with stories, songs and delicious food. Register here.
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