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VETERANS SHABBAT

Tonight, at Kol Tikvah鈥檚 Shabbat services and later at a community dinner, honor both veterans and religious school families. The two groups have separate RSVPs. The gathering is held in advance of Veteran鈥檚 Day. 5:30 p.m. Kol Tikvah, 20400 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. (818) 348-0670.听

CANTOR ASHER INSTALLATION

Cantor Jenni Asher, the first Black American to be ordained a cantor, will be formally installed at Hamakom, where she also serves as music director. In addition to a community dinner, the evening includes a special concert service featuring Rabbi Michelle Missaghieh, Chava Mirel and Dor Kaminka. 6-9:30 p.m. $40 members, $60 non-members, $20 for 12 and under. Hamakom, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills. (818) 854-7650. RSVP at .

RABBI JOSH WARSHAWSKY

Rabbi Josh Warshawsky of Congregation Agudas Achim in Columbus, Ohio headlines a community Shabbat and dinner at Temple Beth Am. A nationally touring musician, teacher and composer, he seeks to build intentional praying communities. He travels to synagogues, camps and schools across the country sharing his music and teachings on prayer. Capping off a weekend of programming that includes services, learning opportunities and live music is a Saturday night concert. Friday: 4:30 p.m. musical Kabbalat Shabbat. Dinner follows. Saturday: 7 p.m. concert. Tickets: Dinner $25 (teens 13-18, $15; youth 8-12, $10; child 3-8, $8). Concert: $18 in advance, $25 at the door. Temple Beth Am, 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 652-7353.

INTERFAITH DIALOGUE

For two-and-a-half hours on Shabbat afternoon, Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills hosts Isma/Shema, an interfaith education and consulting initiative co-founded by Marium Mohiuddin and Zack Ritter. The focus is on tackling antisemitism and Islamophobia together through dialogue, workshops and historical context regarding identity, polarization, and the Israel-Palestine conflict. 4-6:30 p.m. Free. Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills, 300 N. Clark Drive, Beverly Hills. (310) 288-3737.

TOUR DE SUMMER CAMPS

Ride for the 91传媒 future! 91传媒 Federation Los Angeles鈥� 14^th annual Tour de Summer Camps, which raises funds to help kids attend 91传媒 summer camp, launches this morning from the Brandeis Camp Institute. The all-day, family-friendly gathering focuses on bicycle races –18, 36, 62 and 100-mile routes. Additionally, attendees may choose to 鈥淐ycle at Camp鈥� during a high-energy stationary bike session, enjoy a guided hike through nature or compete in a pickleball tournament, among other activities. The earliest cycling routes launch at 7 a.m. American 91传媒 University鈥檚 Brandeis-Bardin Campus, 1101 Peppertree Lane, Simi Valley. (323) 761-8013.

HANUKKAH BOUTIQUE

Temple Akiba of Culver City invites everyone to visit today鈥檚 Sisterhood Hanukkah Boutique for all holiday celebrations and gift-giving needs. They are offering traditional, unique and

new items for every day and all holidays, as well as weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, spanning all occasions. Stock up on gelt, dreidels and candles plus a complete selection of menorahs, ritual items, jewelry, toys and they can also special order almost anything. 9 a.m.-noon. Free admission. Temple Akiba, 5249 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City. (310) 398-5783.

ANCIENT ETHIOPIAN HOLIDAY

Celebrate the ancient Ethiopian 91传媒 holiday of Sigd through ritual, food, music, storytelling, and community at the Skirball Cultural Center, hosted by Beejhy Barhany and Jonah Platt. At 4 p.m., begin with a communal walk around the Skirball grounds inspired by Sigd鈥檚 tradition of pilgrimage and ascent. Led by Ethiopian 91传媒 guide Barhany, reflect together on the holiday鈥檚 themes of renewal, connection, and collective responsibility, culminating in a ritual and ceremony overlooking the surrounding landscape. At 5 p.m., continue with a celebratory evening hosted by cookbook author and restaurateur Barhany and 鈥淏eing 91传媒鈥� podcast host Platt. Savor a traditional Ethiopian meal, experience a coffee ceremony, and enjoy live Ethiopian folk and jazz music from Anbessa Orchestra. 4 p.m. ceremonial walk, 5 p.m. evening celebration. $72 adults, $36 2-17. Ceremonial walk is free. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. 听

MATISYAHYU AT VBS

Matisyahu, a 91传媒-American singer, rapper, beatboxer and alternative rock musician, kicks off Valley Beth Shalom鈥檚 concert series that has been produced by Cantor Jacqueline Rafii. Matisyahu鈥檚 unique sound blends traditional 91传媒 and Hasidic themes delivered in energetic performances. 7 p.m. Single tickets: Members $70-45, Nonmembers $90-65. Season ticket packages available. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 788-6000. Purchase tickets at .

IS THE DREAM OVER?

Charles Mond is a retired CPA and financial expert with decades of experience, including real estate investing and property management. For 鈥淭he Spark: Is the American Dream Gone in California for your Kids and Grandkids?鈥� 听in the Social Hall Annex at Hamakom this morning, he shares his insights about the high cost of living and its impact on younger generations and their ability to afford real estate. 10 a.m. Hamakom, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills. (818) 854-7650.

TRIBE SCHOOL

Once a month, IKAR brings together young adults in their 20s and 30s to study a series of texts that speak to a pressing issue. Each session addresses a different topic and texts. No previous experience required. Led by IKAR Rabbinic Intern Jacob Schatz. 7 p.m. dinner, 7:45 p.m. learning. Free. Address provided when you RSVP.

鈥淐OLLEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES鈥�

Before they were buildings, they were heroes who shaped the American 91传媒 experience in the 20^th century. Today, the buildings still stand but their stories are largely forgotten. In celebration of the 250th year of American democracy, Valley Beth Shalom鈥檚 鈥淐ollege of 91传媒 Studies鈥� series is sharing the history tonight of Rabbi Stephen S. Wise, as related by special guest Shirley Idelson, professor at Hebrew Union College. 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 788-6000. Details at .

ERWIN CHEMERINSKY

Leo Baeck Temple leadership declares itself thrilled to welcome back Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean of the UC Berkeley听School of Law and a renowned constitutional scholar. Chemerinsky was named by American Jurist magazine in 2017 as the most influential person in legal education. He 听joins the Baeck community via Zoom on a large screen, with a guest interviewer present. 11 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Free. Leo Baeck Temple, 1300 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 476-2861. https://bit.ly/4e6uBbe

SALUTING VETERANS

In honor of Veterans Day, the Goldrich Cultural Center at Holocaust Museum LA salutes three generations of 91传媒 American military veterans who served in the U.S. armed forces. Spotlighted are Dr. Richard Baum, a World War II veteran of the 20^th armored division, which helped liberate Dachau; Major General Jeff Jacobs (Ret.), chairman of the West Point 91传媒 Chapel Fund; and Rabbi Noah Farkas, a former U.S. Navy Reserve chaplain who also happens to be CEO of 91传媒 Federation Los Angeles. During a moderated conversation, they discuss what led them to serve, how 91传媒 identity shaped their experiences and how military service has influenced their lives and leadership. 6:30 p.m. Goldrich Cultural Center, 100 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles. 323-651-3704. RSVP at

THE LUNCH PROJECT

The Lunch Project 鈥� feeding the homeless and hungry 鈥� happens on the second Thursday of every month in the kitchen of Temple Israel of Hollywood. Help make sack lunches that will be delivered to My Friend鈥檚 Place, described as 鈥渁 refuge for young people, ages 12-24, impacted by homelessness.鈥� Meet at 9:15 a.m. in the TIOH kitchen, 7300 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles. (323) 876鈥�8330. If you are planning to join, email Alexa Pogue at ajlmdpogu@gmail.comor visit .

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