Temple Emet

Please join us TOMORROW
NIGHT for our monthly
1st Friday services
at 5 pm in our sanctuary.

PLEASE RSVP if you will
be joining us for dinner after
services at the
​​​​​​​Schezwan Chinese Restaurant
HERE: [email protected]​​​​​​

​MAZEL TOV DODGERS!!!!!

Temple Emet invites you to our
Annual Pet Blessing
sponsored by Mark Tannin
THIS Saturday 11/2 @ 10:30am
(during Noah’s Ark!)

PLEASE RSVP
to let us know what type of pet you're bringing
as there will be special goody bags
for your special friend, depending on
what type of animal it is!!!
Also, please let us know
whether you want a naming certificate
for your animal or whether he or she
needs a certificate of (13) bark or meow
mitzvah, etc.

Lunch after at Brews Hall

Temple Emet invites you to our
Annual Pet Blessing
sponsored by Mark Tannin
Saturday 11/2 @ 10:30am
(during the actual Noah’s Ark portion!)

Lunch after at Brews Hall

Temple Emet invites you
to please join us for our
First Friday Service
November 1 at 5 pm

Following services and a brief
Oneg, join us for dinner at
Schezwan Chinese Restaurant
2107 Pacific Coast Hwy, Lomita

Please RSVP to attend dinner HERE
[email protected]

Please remember Sisterhood's ongoing food drive for the
underserved in our community; ​​​​​​​all it takes is one can every
​​​​​​​time you come to Temple.
(Don't forget our furry friends need food, too!)

REMINDER: Tomorrow night is
Temple Emet's World Series
watch party beginning at
4:45 pm. Come enjoy 1/4 lb
Hebrew National hot dogs, vote
for your favorite chili (winner
gets prize) or submit yours for judging, and enjoy a friendly
betting pool (closest bet
to final score without going
over wins cash)
(50% of money collected goes to Temple Emet
dinner fund; 50% to winner) ​​​​​​​
and even more surprises!!!

As in years past, feel free
to play cards with friends during the game (canasta, poker, Mah Jongg, etc.)

Nova exhibit THIS TUESDAY
10-29!!

Please join us for this unique and extremely moving
presentation of the events that took place on
October 7th at the Nova Music Festival.

The entire exhibit is comprised of shared video and
cellphone from the day and is set up like the
actual concert event, with personal items
and accounts from that day.

Please note:

There are a few places/times to sit - but it is
housed in a very large warehouse. It is set up
like the concert, so the floor - in spots - is
uneven and covered with wires and personal things
to move around.

While it is emotionally stirring, the exhibit
ends with positivity and hope with words/music from
actual participants and rescued hostages . . . .

Those who were there are choosing to go forward
with positivity, light and hope - so too must we!

This is the message:

We will dance again!!

Please don’t miss this extraordinary event; it will
change you forever. The survivors and those
​​​​​​​who have passed deserve it.

This is an extraordinary tribute to their lives and legacy.

Not to be missed.

Carpools are being arranged.

Lunch after at Factors Deli.
Please join us.

​​​​​​​RSVP HERE
[email protected]

Come watch the LA Dodgers against the NY Yankees with your friends
at Temple Emet!!!
THIS FRIDAY
October 25 @ 4:45 pm
(Game starts at 5:08 pm)
Enjoy 1/4 lb. Hebrew National
Hot Dogs with all the trimmings
AND . . . Enter Temple Emet's
GREAT CHILI COOK OFF
to win a $25 gift card from
Hennessey's AND . . .
Guess the game's final score to
win CASH!!! (50% of money collected will
go to Temple Emet; 50% to
person with ​​​​​​​closest guess)
PLEASE RSVP ASAP
to attend and to enter
​​​​​​​chili cook off:
RSVP [email protected]

CORRECTION: Nova Exhibition
will be October 29!!!

10/29 -- Second visit to Nova Exhibition
​​​​​​​and lunch at Factor's Deli

Celebrate Havdalah with Stacey Morse
Saturday, October 26 at 7 pm
at Temple Emet

​​​​​​​Please remember to bring a donation of food, toiletries, pet food, or gently used clothing every time you visit Temple Emet

DEAR FRIENDS OF TEMPLE EMET,
PLEASE, COME CHECK US OUT!

The screening, hosted by Temple of the Arts, documents the heroic
actions of a courageous farmer from Southern Israel, Oz Davidian,
who fearlessly drove back and forth 15 times into the relentless
onslaught of gunfire, save 120 young concertgoers from the Hamas
terrorist attack at the Nova Music Festival.
The 60-minute documentary film will be followed
by a Q&A with Oz Davidian and the filmmakers.

Screening of Oz's List
Monday, October 21st at 6:30PM
The Saban Theatre
8440 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Registration is required and free of charge

Temple Emet has one full car going to this free screening and Q&A.
If anyone else would like help to organize carpools,
please contact me: [email protected]

REGISTER HERE​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Bella! Global Streaming Premiere
presented by the Jewish Women's Archive

Streaming October 17-20, 2024
Live Q&A: Oct 17, 9pm ET

In 1970, when the United States was ruled by men, Bella challenged the status quo, running a successful campaign from the streets of Manhattan that elevated her all the way to the halls of Congress. With her trademark hat and Bronx swagger, Abzug entered Congress swinging, battling for credit cards for women and equality for the LGBTQ community and
trailblazing a path for leadership that
reflected the broad diversity of the country.

Using never-before-seen home movies, audio diaries, and a vast trove of newly discovered news footage, Bella! delves into a colorful and gritty era where one woman sacrificed her own political ambitions for future generations of female leadership.

Register below and use the discount code JWA
for $1 off! JWA will receive 50% of the proceeds
from any registration using this code.

REGISTER HERE​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Bella! | Re-Emerging Films As Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi lead the nation, they travel a path blazed by several women before them, notably Bella Abzug. In 1970, when the United States was ruled by men, Bella challenged the status quo, running a successful campaign from the streets of Manhattan that elevated her all the way...

PLEASE RSVP NOW
For GOURMET BBQ DINNER
provided by the Men's Club
THIS FRIDAY
October 18 at 5 pm

Menu conceived and generously
sponsored by George and Cookie Cohen,
featuring Beef, Chicken, Fish (Pacific Cod),
and Vegetarian Kabobs; Pita with Hummus;
Jasmine Rice; Greek Salad and Couscous Salad,
PLUS Dessert Kabobs (strawberries, rice crispy treats,
mini creampuffs, mini brownies)

ONLY $25 pp
PLEASE RSVP for dinner: [email protected]

A Special Shabbat Service begins at 6:30pm
Decorate the Sukkah
Shake the Lulav and Etrog
~
See the Torah unrolled around the
Sanctuary up close & personal
Eat pie, ice cream, and
​​​​​​​Rejoice!!

It's a New Year and this is our
​​​​​​​harvest festival of thanksgiving. Come
celebrate the abundance we share together!

Please don't forget to support Sisterhood's ongoing food drive for the underserved in our community; collection bins in back

We remember those who lost their lives, were injured, and
those held hostage on this horrific one year anniversary
of the October 7th attack on Israel.

The Middle East and all of our lives are forever changed.

We stand together -- broken hearted but cannot
give up hope.

The Israeli people, and even its national anthem
“Hatikvah” are based on it.

Amidst the horrific nightmare that continues to this day,
we pray for the release of all remaining
hostages and peace.

In commemoration, we will go as a group on
October 17 to attend The Nova Musical Festival Exhibition
being held in their honor.

We will arrange carpools from temple to exhibition in Culver City
Please join us.
​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

​​​​​Please be advised to wear comfortable walking and standing
shoes because there is nowhere to sit during the exhibit;
we were told that we must be able to stand/walk through it.
Additionally, the Exhibition contains sensitive and
graphic content, including gunshots, shouts,
flickering lights, complex and difficult content to watch,
and survivors' testimonies.
(If you need to duck out, please do)

Carpools will leave Temple at 10:45 am for
Culver City on Thursday 10-17.

You MUST RSVP if you are joining us because
tickets must be purchased in advance.
Minimum ticket price is $9.30,
which includes a $1.30 service fee and a minimum
$8 donation to commemorate the victims, rehabilitate
the survivors of the festival, support the
Tribe of Nova community, promote education and
call for the return of the hostages.

RSVP HERE
[email protected]
​​​​​​​
We will go to lunch afterwards

Rabbi/Cantor Didi recently became aware of an article published in a daily online publication titled "Jewish Humor Central." Although not really a humorous article, it is a wonderful tribute to Temple Emet's spiritual leadership and the essence of Temple Emet. Here is the article:

Today we welcome Shabbat with Yismechu, from the Shabbat afternoon service, sung by Rabbi/Cantor Didi Thomas. A California native, child of an interfaith family, and former professional actress and singer, Rabbi/Cantor Didi draws on her eclectic life experiences to bring a unique presence and musicality to all of her services.

Known for her warm embracing style, she inspires participants toward a greater sense of unity and connection regardless of their faith or level of observance. Her services uplift the soul and make the heart soar; they are spiritual, multi-dimensional, and universally appealing. Rabbi Thomas is devoted to creating inclusivity and spirituality in all aspects of her rabbinate.

She is the founding Rabbi for Temple Emet of Torrance, which is a highly participatory community dedicated to creating a sense of family amongst congregants, enhanced worship and learning experiences, as well as a greater connection with the Divine.

She has served as Cantor for Temple Menorah in Redondo Beach, and as Educator, Music Specialist, or Cantorial Soloist for several large Los Angeles and Texas congregations including Temple Isaiah, Temple Israel of Hollywood, Wilshire Boulevard, Temple Aliyah, Kadima Hebrew Academy, and Temple
Emanu-El of Dallas.
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Her daughter, Alissa Thomas-Newborn, ordained at Rabbi Avi Weiss' Yeshiva Maharat in Riverdale, New York, is an American Orthodox Jewish spiritual leader who became the first Orthodox female clergy member to preside in the Los Angeles, California area when she assumed her post as a spiritual leader at B'nai David-Judea Congregation (BDJ) in August 2015.The announcement of her appointment came on May 2, 2015 from the pulpit by the lead clergyman of the synagogue, Rabbi Yosef Kanefsky.

Enjoy, and Shabbat shalom!

Shabbat Balaak Yismechu 7 15 22

We remember those who lost their lives, were injured, and
those held hostage on this horrific one year anniversary
of the October 7th attack on Israel.

The Middle East and all of our lives are forever changed.

We stand together -- broken hearted but cannot
give up hope.

The Israeli people, and even the national anthem
“Hatikvah” are based on it.

Amidst the horrific nightmare that continues to this day, we pray for the release of all remaining hostages and peace.

To gather in commemoration, we will go as a group on October 17 to
attend an exhibit in their honor.
And, this Friday, on Kol Nidre, we will light a special candle on their behalf.

We will arrange carpools - please join us.
​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​

​​​​​Please be advised there is nowhere to sit during the exhibit,
and we were told that we must be able to stand/walk through it. Additionally, the Exhibition contains sensitive and
graphic content, including gunshots, shouts,
flickering lights, complex and difficult content to watch,
and survivors' testimonies.
(If you need to duck out then please do)

Carpools will leave Temple at 10:45 am on Thursday 10-17.

You MUST RSVP if you are joining us because tickets must be purchased in advance. Minimum ticket price is $9.30,
which includes a $1.30 service fee and a minimum
$8 donation to commemorate the victims, rehabilitate
the survivors of the festival, support the
Tribe of Nova community, promote education and
call for the return of the hostages.

RSVP by email
​​​​​​​
We will go to lunch afterwards

CORRECTION!!! KOL NIDRE
service begins at 7:30 pm.
Doors open 6:45

Friday, October 11

Featuring renowned cellist RusLan Biryukoo on cello

It's time for another
Movie and Meal Out!

Join Temple Emet for a
must-see movie after enjoying
dinner at CPK

THIS THURSDAY, October 10 at 6:30 pm

Please join us during this very important week
leading up to Kol Nidre & Yom Kippur for a
special movie experience

White Bird
starring Helen Mirren

An accounting of what it was like during
the holocaust and how:

“One act of kindness can live on forever...,“

Where, “choosing kindness” has the power to transform.

Come join us ~~ be prepared to
shed a few tears and be transformed!

AMC Rolling Hills Theater
Buy your tickets in Row E to sit with Rabbi Didi
and temple friends (6:30 pm showing)

Anyone who wants to join us for dinner before
seeing the movie, please join us at
CPK, Rolling Hills Plaza at 5:00 pm

PLEASE RSVP for dinner

TEMPLE EMET
YOM KIPPUR SCHEDULE

Kol Nidre begins Friday, October 11 at 7 pm
Don't miss renowned cellist
RusLan Biryukoo on cello

YOM KIPPUR services begin at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, October 12
and will conclude with Yizkor and Neilah

PLEASE RSVP for Break the Fast Dinner at
Aliotta’s Via Ferenze at 7:00 p.m.​​​​​​​​​​​​​
4485 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA

Reply by email to RSVP

Come Celebrate
Sukkot &
Simchat Torah!
Friday, October 18th

​​​​​​​Food, Friends, Family, & Fun!

MEN'S CLUB GOURMET BBQ at 5:00pm

Beef, Chicken, Fish (Pacific Cod), Vegetarian Kabobs
Pita with Hummus
Jasmin Rice
Greek Salad and Couscous Salad
Dessert Kabobs (strawberries, rice crispy treats,
mini creampuffs, mini brownies)

ONLY $25 pp

RSVP for dinner: [email protected]

Special Shabbat Service at 6:30pm

Decorate the Sukkah
Shake the Lulav &
Etrog
~See the Torah unrolled
around the Sanctuary
up close & personal
Eat pie, ice cream
and,
Rejoice!!

It's a New Year and this is our harvest festival of thanksgiving. Come celebrate the abundance we share together!

Reminder, there will be NO FIRST FRIDAY service in October because it is the day after our Rosh Hashanah services.
Be sure to check out templeemet.org website
for all upcoming programs & events.

Please don't forget to support Sisterhood's ongoing food drive for the underserved in our community; collection bins in back

TEMPLE EMET
YOM KIPPUR SCHEDULE

Yom Kippur, Saturday 10/12 at 10:30 a.m.
The service will conclude with Yizkor and Neilah

Break the fast dinner at
Aliotta’s Via Ferenze at 7:00 p.m.​​​​​​​​​​​​​
4485 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503

(Break the fast requires RSVP; click HERE
or reply to this email)

If anyone with a high holiday ticket or who is eligible to attend any of the high holy day services cannot attend in person, they may contact Marcia for arrangements to watch a live stream
[email protected]

Tashlich adjacent to Riviera Mexican Cantina immediately following services;
Reservations at the Cantina at 3 p.m.

***Please RSVP TODAY to join us
​​​​​​​at the Cantina***
Thursday, October 3

RSVP HERE

Riviera Mexican Cantina
207 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

TEMPLE EMET
ROSH HASHANAH DAY SCHEDULE
Thursday, October 3

Services begin at 10:30 a.m.

Challah, Apples & Honey served at
conclusion of service for a Sweet New Year

Tashlich adjacent to Riviera Mexican Cantina immediately following services;
Reservations at the Cantina at 3 p.m.

Riviera Mexican Cantina
207 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

If anyone with a high holiday ticket or who is eligible to attend any of the high holy day services cannot attend in person, they may contact Marcia for arrangements to watch a live stream
[email protected]
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PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO FIRST FRIDAY
SERVICE IN OCTOBER

Thank you Assemblymember
Al Muratsuchi
for carving time to talk
at Temple Emet about his
profoundly emotional and
enlightening trip to
Israel in February and
to address concerns
expressed by members of
our community

STAY TUNED FOR MORE EXCITING, FUN AND INFORMATIVE EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

TEMPLE EMET
HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE
2024/5075

o Erev Rosh Hashanah, Wednesday, 10/2 at 7:30 p.m.
o Rosh Hashanah Day, Thursday, 10/3 at 10:30 a.m.
o Tashlich adjacent to Riviera Mexican Cantina, immediately following the service with reservations at the Cantina at 3 p.m.
o Kol Nidre, Friday 10/11 at 7:30 p.m.
o Yom Kippur, Saturday 10/12 at 10:30 a.m.
o The service will conclude with Yizkor and Neilah
o Break the fast dinner at Aliotta’s Via Ferenze at 7:00 p.m.​​​​​​​​​​​​​
(Break the fast requires RSVP; click on email address below next
paragraph or reply to this email)

If anyone with a high holiday ticket or who is eligible to attend any of the high holy day services cannot attend in person, they may contact Marcia for arrangements to watch a live stream
[email protected]