November happenings
Autumn with L.A. friends and family
SHEBREW SHABBAT
FRIDAY 11.1
BRENTWOOD
Join JQ and fellow lesbian, bi, pan, trans, and nonbinary queer womxn for a cozy evening of seasonal food, drinks, and beautiful Shabbat traditions. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, this is a perfect way to unwind, connect with incredible people, and usher in Shabbat with gratitude and joy
SHABBAT
IN THE PARK
FRIDAY 11.1 & 11.15
ECHO PARK
Join Nefesh early and later in the month for a musical outdoor service
FRIDAY NIGHT
LIVE
FRIDAY 11.8
WESTWOOD
Step into Shabbat with Atid, from Sinai Temple, with cocktails, delicious Persian food, and services with Rabbi Kornsgold and the FNL band
JEWISH LINGUISTIC
& CULINARY
WALKING TOUR
SUNDAY 11.10
PICO ROBERTSON
Join Kultur Mercado for a fascinating journey through one of L.A.’s most vibrant and storied neighborhoods. From the Yiddish speaking immigrants of Eastern Europe to Ladino speaking Sephardic Jews and, more recently, speakers of Judeo Arabic, Judeo Median, Farsi, and other languages from communities in the Middle East and beyond, Pico Robertson is a living mosaic of Jewish diasporic influences. Guided by Alan Niku and Aaron Castillo-White, discover how each wave has left its mark
THE PLACE OF
ALL POSSIBILITY
BOOK LAUNCH
MONDAY 11.18
ZOOM
Join Jewish Studio Project, author Adina Allen, and poet Sophie Strand for an evening celebrating Allen’s new book, which centers creativity as a force for healing, liberation, and social transformation
TRIBE
ART CIRCLE
TUESDAY 11.19
MID CITY
Gather with Nicki Aviel and IKAR's TRIBE for a fun evening of creativity and community
OUR BIG KITCHEN
VOLUNTEER NIGHT
WEDNESDAY 11.27
MID CITY
Join Our Big Kitchen L.A. to connect with other young adults and make a beautiful meal for Angelenos in need
TRIPS &
IMMERSIVE
EXPERIENCES
BASE L.A.
RETREAT
11.8–11.10
SIMI VALLEY
Celebrate Shabbat with Base L.A. through food, play, spirited song, discussion, and traditional and experimental prayer
MENTAL HEALTH &
RESILIENCY RETREAT
SUNDAY 11.17
SANTA MONICA
Join The Braid and JFedLA for a special one day retreat, featuring global meditation expert Jesse Israel, board game designer Barry Goldstein, and more
OPENING THE HEART
RETREAT
1.5–1.12
SIMI VALLEY
Join Or HaLev for a sanctuary of connection with ourselves, our traditions, and each other
HONEYMOON ISRAEL
6.19–6.29
APPLY THROUGH 12.3
Deepen your relationship with your partner on an expansive ten day trip and come home with a whole new circle of friends. Join one of three in person and virtual info sessions in November to hear more and connect with other couples
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. 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
