Birthright Israel L.A. Way

11/25/2020

We're inviting you to Infinite Light's FIRST NIGHT on December 10, an interactive Hanukkah extravaganza with an all-star line-up! Mayim Bialik (“The Big Bang Theory”), Jackie Tohn (“GLOW”), Stephanie Butnick (Tablet's “Unorthodox” podcast), and Alex Edelman ("Saturday Night Seder"), will take the virtual stage for candle lighting, comedy, music, and more - with emcee support from comedian Joshua Silverstein.

Get your tickets and stay tuned for more announcements!

On the First Night of Hanukkah, NuRoots is bringing L.A.’s young adult community together to celebrate the big light of Hanukkah with a star-studded extravaganza. Mayim Bialik (“The Big Bang Theory”), Stephanie Butnick (Tablet's “Unorthodox” podcast), Jackie Tohn (“GLOW”), and Alex Ede...

07/23/2020

We're living in a time where discussing and sitting with our differences seems increasingly hard, and many of us feel scared to voice opinions about what’s happening in the world out of fear that our family, friends, and even strangers will confront us or disagree. How can we have meaningful and constructive conversations about charged topics? How could that change how we get through this pandemic—or dinner?..
On July 28, we invite you to join us and facilitators from Resetting the Table—an organization dedicated to building productive conversation across political and religious differences—as they lead small-group dialogues on important issues connected to American politics and anti-Semitism. Register to get an individual Zoom link, let us learn a little about where you stand on these issues, and join us live to listen, share, and connect with people from many backgrounds...
jewishla-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpd--vrj4vG9BzBdeUhlCMfZHwxyFZegQp

We're living in a time where discussing and sitting with our differences seems increasingly hard, and many of us feel scared to voice opinions about what’s happening in the world out of fear that our family, friends, and even strangers will confront us or disagree. How can we have meaningful and c...

07/16/2020

Our Federation, as the heartbeat of Jewish L.A., is here while COVID-19 remains a threat to our daily lives and the future of our Jewish community. We are excited to announce our $6.2 million COVID-19 Response Plan that incorporates new programs and amplified partnerships to meet the increased need for food, social services, community security, and meaningful Jewish engagement. The Plan was generated by extensive conversations with our community partners. We are proud to play an essential part in repairing our beloved Jewish Los Angeles in a way only we can.

Our Federation, as the heartbeat of Jewish L.A., is here while COVID-19 remains a threat to our daily lives and the future of our Jewish community. We are excited to announce our $6.2 million COVID-19 Response Plan that incorporates new programs and amplified partnerships to meet the increased need for food, social services, community security, and meaningful Jewish engagement. The Plan was generated by extensive conversations with our community partners. We are proud to play an essential part in repairing our beloved Jewish Los Angeles in a way only we can.

https://www.jewishla.org/announcing-6-2-million-in-new-programs-and-partnerships/

NuRoots PJ Library in Los Angeles Sylvia Weisz Women's Philanthropy of The Jewish Federation The Ra******rg New Leaders Project L.A. Jewish Teen Initiative Birthright Israel L.A. Way The Real Estate & Construction Network of The Jewish Federation Nazarian Initiative Jewish Federations of North America

07/15/2020

With summer plans put on hold or cancelled entirely, The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles decided to bring Israel to you! Join us as we explore many of Israel's most prominent areas. Each week includes new places to explore and themes to learn about and discuss. Going on now through mid- August.

With summer plans put on hold or cancelled entirely, we decided to bring Israel to you! Join us tomorrow for our first-ever virtual day in Israel! Our first week focuses on the Jewish Homeland and Democracy. Our experienced tour guide Yishai Sabag will guide us through many of Israel's most prominent areas. Yishai has worked with many tour companies in Israel and has been a veteran guide for many Taglit-Birthright Israel groups over the last decade.

https://www.jewishla.org/virtual-israel-2020/

05/04/2020

From the beaches to the neighborhood cafes, soak up the atmosphere of Tel Aviv in this virtual tour

Tel Aviv is Israel's second largest city: modern, youthful and vibrant. Its UNESCO-designated Bauhaus architecture gives the place its popular title of 'White City' and is a major draw, as is the historic port of Jaffa. Soak up its atmosphere in this 360° virtual tour. Planning a trip to Tel Aviv? ...

05/01/2020

Not sure what to cook? Try making some of these delicious Israeli dishes as you're staying at home this Shabbat!
https://bit.ly/35kdKNs

04/29/2020

Join us for a worldwide virtual celebration of Israel! Starting at 11 am PST

🇮🇱TODAY’S THE DAY🇮🇱 Join your global Jewish family on Facebook LIVE at 11AM PST for a worldwide celebration of Israel’s 72nd birthday!

jfeds.org/YomHaatzmautProgram

04/13/2020

Join the Inspired Foody, Emma Gabay, and other LAWay Birthright Israel participants on April 20th at 6:30pm for an immersive culinary experience! Imagine... aromatic spices fill the air, tomatoes sizzling, eggs being cracked over an open flame and warm pita! Are you in Israel? Or are you in your cozy home, computer opened with an inspired foody teaching you how to make the most incredible Shakshuka and Israeli Salad ever! Emma Gabay will be teaching us the ins and outs of how to prep, cook, and enjoy this famous Israeli meal. If you'd like to cook along with Emma feel free to take a look at the ingredient list https://bit.ly/2V3pO1S. If you don't have all of these things, don't worry! You can listen and learn for next time or create some substitutions for ingredients on your own. This cooking class will last approximately 45 minutes.

Register: https://bit.ly/2RxyCuO

Emma Gabay is an Inspired Foody. She has founded a culinary production company, Cuiscene Studio, and food blog that inspires people to cook with the ingredients you already have on hand. Many people are afraid to be in the kitchen, try new tools, or work with new ingredients. Join Emma, and the Birthright Israel LAWay community as she demonstrates a more approachable way of cooking.

04/06/2020

Join us and other LAWay Birthright Israel participants for a fully body workout tomorrow 4/7 via Zoom with LAWay trip leader- Eve Karlin. We've all been sitting at home so now's the time to get up and move. Change out of your PJ's and dress to impress in your best fitness clothes. Have a water bottle, and towel handy and come with a good attitude ready to learn some new exercise moves and some Hebrew words along the way! The class will last approximately 45 minutes.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/vpUrduuurD8iVsL_tSYohJVRqyTqQbz2Xg