February happenings
Gatherings, volunteering, and more
with L.A. friends & family
COMEDY
CABARET
SATURDAY 2.1
SILVER LAKE
World renowned comedians will grace the SIJCC stage to bring you an unforgettable evening of entertainment. With Rachel Bloom, Beth Stelling, and Jena Friedman.
TRAVELER’S PRAYER
STORYTELLING
EXPERIENCE
TUESDAY 2.4
SANTA MONICA
Join The Braid for their signature show featuring true stories about surprise and transformation, traveling away from home, and bringing Jewishness with us.
THE JEWISH
STUDIO PROCESS:
TU B’SHVAT EDITION
TUESDAY 2.4
MID CITY
Join Jewish Studio Project for an immersive gathering of creative process revealing new paths of discovery, expression, and connection. Combining practices from art therapy with a reimagined approach to Jewish learning and spirituality, the session will weave art making and intentional reflection to nurture our creative spirits.
GOT GUYS?
SHABBAT
FRIDAY 2.7
SILVER LAKE
Queer men and friends are invited to join JQ to build community and celebrate the season with great food, drinks, and meaningful connections. Whether you're new to the area or not, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind, meet new friends, and enjoy the warmth of Shabbat.
SHABBAT
IN THE PARK
FRIDAY 2.7
FRIDAY 2.21
ECHO PARK
Join Nefesh early or later in the month for a musical outdoor service.
TRIBE SCHOOL WITH
RABBI HANNAH JENSEN
TUESDAY 2.11
MID CITY
Once a month, Ikar presents a fresh take on the beit midrash (house of study, in Hebrew) for young adults, diving into texts over dinner and talking about navigating life in our 20s and 30s.
CERAMICS
PAINT NIGHT
WEDNESDAY 2.12
WESTWOOD
Join Atid and other young Jewish adults for art, wine, snacks, and mingling, going home with new friends and painted pottery.
TRYBAL
TREE DAY
THURSDAY 2.13
WEST L.A.
Join Trybal LAX and Moishe House West L.A. for a Tu B'Shvat seder, complete with fruit, friends, and tons of fun.
KARAOKE MIXER
THURSDAY 2.13
SANTA MONICA
Sing your heart out at the relaunch of the Guardians' infamous mixer, supporting seniors cared for by Los Angeles Jewish Health.
PINK SHABBAT
FRIDAY 2.14
MID CITY
Open to all, join Base L.A. in partnership with Sharsheret to learn more about breast cancer awareness.
GOOD SHOWBIZ
MONDAY 2.24
FROGTOWN
Gather at the Elysian for a celebration of the spirit and vibrant history of Jewish theater. Eli Leonard hosts an immersive satire of showbiz, from Broadway and Vaudeville to Yiddish theater, and all proceeds will go to Pasadena Temple and Center.
FRIDAY NIGHT
LIVE
FRIDAY 2.28
WESTWOOD
Join Atid to celebrate Shabbat with more than 150 young Jewish adults — happy hour, services with a live band, and a delicious dinner.
KABBALAT SHABBAT
AND DINNER
FRIDAY 2.28
MID CITY
Join Base L.A. for their flagship musical Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by a hearty vegetarian dinner.
Volunteering
OUR BIG KITCHEN L.A.
SUNDAY 2.16
PICO ROBERTSON
In honor of Tu B'Shvat and inspired by caring for our earth, Wise YAD and B'Yachad are proud to partner with Our Big Kitchen L.A. to help provide relief for neighbors impacted by fire.
THE 2025 LOS ANGELES
HOMELESS COUNT
THURSDAY 2.20
PICO ROBERTSON
Join Repair the World, B’nai David-Judea, and the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority to help identify areas of greatest need and inform effective allocation of resources and services.
WILDFIRE RESPONSE
SERVICE CORPS
Join Repair the World to make a real impact in affected Los Angeles communities. This twelve week, part time cohort based program empowers young adults 18–29 to meet pressing needs while exploring the connection between service and Jewish values.
JEWISH BIG BROTHERS
BIG SISTERS L.A.
Make a lasting difference in a kid's life by becoming a JBBBSLA mentor, spending quality, one on one time just twice a month. Message mentoring@jbbbsla.org or call Arye Fohrman at 323-456-1150.
Leadership
RAUTENBERG
NEW LEADERS
PROJECT
APPLY THROUGH 2.10
NLP, from JFedLA, empowers you to hone leadership skills and gain a deep understanding of Los Angeles — through meetings with elected officials and civic and community leaders, and with peers who share a passion for civic engagement and social change.
SLOAN
FELLOWSHIP
BEGINS FEBRUARY
Join the Jewish Grad Organization for a two month exploration of Jewish ethics and leadership with top executives and attorneys.
EMBARK L.A.
MARCH 3–APRIL 7
This Base L.A. cohort experience offers Jewish community and learning opportunities for young couples in mixed heritage or interfaith relationships — with the goal not being conversion but rather sustained connection.
RETREATOLOGY
MARCH 7–9
SANTA ROSA
Join Moishe House to master the art of Jewish retreat making. Whether you're a creative thinker, a community builder, or a dreamer ready to take action, this is your chance to create gatherings around what you love. From vision setting and logistics to immersive experience design, you'll be guided each step of the way and become eligible for $6k in grants to bring your dream retreat to life.
Above & beyond
SHOFAR, SO GOOD
A new podcast from community member Kate Mishkin explores growing up not religiously but feeling a strong connection to one's Judaism — reclaiming traditions and values that feel both intrinsic and foreign.
Resources & support
If you or someone you know needs support, NuRoots and JFedLA are here to help. The Ezra Network and our community resource guide offer personal advising and every kind of resource for mental health and more.
Our community call line, at 855-JFED-HLP, is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm and on Fridays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
The JQ Helpline offers inclusive support and resources for LGBTQ+ Jews, families, and allies.
And our longtime friends at Jewish Family Service L.A. are also here. Whether you need someone to listen or resources, reach out to them at 877-275-4537 or services@jfsla.org.