Temple Ahavat Shalom

Rabbis' Rosh Hashanah Sermons Now Online

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:03:24 -0700

We've posted Rabbi Lutz and Rabbi Shawna's Rosh Hashanah 5772 sermons online (both PDF and audio files) in case you missed them or would like to read or hear them again. Click here to read and listen.

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/sermons.php

November Menorah Now Online

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:34:53 -0700

The November, 2011 Menorah is now available to download HERE:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

October Menorah Now Online

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:53:36 -0700

The October, 2011 Menorah is now available to download HERE:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

S'lichot Photos Now Online

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:29:20 -0700

Please enjoy the wonderful S’lichot Havdallah reception, study session and service held on September 24 online here!:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

Order Your Luluv & Etrog

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:46:56 -0700

Lulav and Etrog sets are once again available from Sisterhood. Click here for more information and to download the order form:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/sis-lulav.php

September Menorah Now Online

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:01:53 -0700

The September, 2011 Menorah is now available to download HERE:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

Maccabeats Photos Now Online!

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:54:44 -0700

Check out photos from the awesome Yeshiva Maccabeats concert online here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

July / August Menorah Now Online

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:36:47 -0700

Click here to download the July/August Menorah featuring an introduction to our new Membership / Development director Aaron Solomon:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

Photo Archive Update

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:42:03 -0700

We've got new photos in our online archive from this past weekend's Sisterhood Donor Luncheon, final day of letter writing in our 'precious little Torah', and the Embracing Torah Closing Celebration. Check them out online here:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

Read the 2011 Confirmation Speeches

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:22:48 -0700

Click here to read the inspiring reflections and words from our 2011 confirmands, shared this past weekend at confirmation services. (and see the speeches from the past few years as well.)

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/confirmationspeeches.php

June 2011 Menorah Now Online

Tue, 31 May 2011 14:23:18 -0700

The June 2011 Menorah is now available!

Click Here for the Full Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0611-full.pdf

Click here for the Less Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0611-lr.pdf

See the archive of past Menorahs here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

Spring Festival Photos Online

Mon, 23 May 2011 11:13:18 -0700

See photos from the May 22 Spring Festival (our rescheduled Purim Carnival) including the open mic online here:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

We will be Strengthened - Rabbi Lutz at the Congregational Meeting

Mon, 23 May 2011 10:57:00 -0700

Click here to read "We will be Strengthened", Rabbi Lutz's words of gratitude and hope from our May 22nd Annual Congregational Meeting. (Along with a treasure-trove of past sermons from our clergy.)

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/sermons.php

The May 2011 Menorah is now available!

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:32:16 -0700

The May 2011 Menorah is now available!

Click Here for the Full Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0511-full.pdf

Click here for the Less Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0511-lr.pdf

See the archive of past Menorahs here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

Embracing Torah Featured on Jewish Life Television

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:15:52 -0700

Temple Ahavat Shalom's Holocaust Torah restoration project was featured on Jewish Life Television. Check out the video here:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/embracingtorah-video.php

Big Photo Archive Update

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:18:33 -0700

We've just added tons of new photos to our photo archive from recent past events including The Sisterhood Seder, Muder Mystery Night, March Torah Letter Writing at TAS and the Jewish Home for the Aging, all our Purim Festivities and more! Check them all out here.:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

TAS Featured on KNBC News TONIGHT!

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:17:51 -0700

TAS Featured on KNBC News TONIGHT! - March, 30, 2011

Watch KNBC Six O'Clock News (Channel 4 in Southern California) tonight to see Temple Ahavat Shalom in the news! On Wednesday, March 30, we took our "precious little Torah" which survived the Holocaust to the Jewish Home in the San Fernando Valley, where residents worked with our scribe to restore letters. Holocaust Survivors restoring a Holocaust Torah!

Purim Video Online

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 15:15:33 -0700

Check out "Harry Potter and the Whole Megillah" featuring highlights from the Clergy/Staff purim Shpiel and festivites. It's in our video archive here:

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/video/purim-0311.php

Purim Carnival Postponed - Service and Shpiel still on!

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:03:27 -0700

This Sunday's Purim Carnival has been postponed due to reports of rain. (Though you can blame Haman...)

Saturday's nights service and Shpiel are still happening so we'll see you Saturday, March 19 at 6:15pm in the Sanctuary for the festivities! (Don't forget your costume.)

Queen Esther's 21+ Wedding Reception is also still on at 8:15pm on Saturday night.

Please also note there will be no Religious School this Sunday.

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/purim.php

March Menorah Ready to Download

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 11:49:32 -0800

The March 2011 Menorah is now available!

Click Here for the Full Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0311-full.pdf

Click here for the Less Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0311-lr.pdf

See the archive of past Menorahs here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

Photo Archive Updated

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:13:50 -0800

We've just added photos from our Torah-themed Gimmel PACE program, End of January Embracing Torah Letter Writing, the Synaplex Shabbat Service tribute to Debbie Friedman with the TAS House and the "Jews and Baseball" Film Screening to our online photo archive. Check them all out here. http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos

Check out our new Precious Little Torah Video

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:30:18 -0800

Check out our new Precious Little Torah Video - posted February 16, 2011
Just in time for Purim! Check out Isaac Brynjegard-Bialik's latest video for our Embracing Torah project - Precious Little Torah - featuring a highly dancable re-mix of Rabbi Lutz's Rosh Hashanah Sermon. Click here to watch the video and download the MP3.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/embracingtorah-video.php

February Menorah Now Online

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 10:58:30 -0800

The February 2011 Menorah is now available!

Click Here for the Full Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0211-full.pdf

Click here for the Less Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-0211-lr.pdf

See the archive of past Menorahs here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

See our Torah Restoration Project In Progress

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:06:13 -0800

See the restoration of our Holocaust Torah in progress with these amazing photos provided by our Torah Scribe Rabbi Druin:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/embracingtorah-pics.php

Video - Kolin: A History

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 14:40:04 -0800

Check out our new video, Kolin: A History, offering a rich and moving history of the original home of our Holocaust Torah, produced by Isaac Brynjegard-Bialik. Click here to watch:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/embracingtorah-kolin.php

Lots of New Photos in Our Online Archive

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:28:06 -0800

We've added photos to our online archive from Sisterhood's Hanukkah party, the Alster event and an entire semester's worth of TASTY event photos starting from their September Bonfire event. Check them all out here.

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

Check Out Our New Embracing Torah Video

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 12:23:56 -0800

Embracing Torah has gone Hollywood! Click here to view our brand new video which presents a warm and moving overview of our Holocaust Torah restoration project. http://www.TASNorthridge.org/Torah

December 2010 Menorah Now Online

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:06:02 -0800

The December 2010 Menorah is now available!

Click Here for the Full Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-1210-full.pdf

Click here for the Less Graphics Version:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/Menorah/menorah-1210-lr.pdf

See the archive of past Menorahs here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

TASTY Lox Boxes are back!

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:16:02 -0800

TASTY Lox Boxes are back!

With bagels, cream cheese, lox, a variety of other breakfast items and a special gift - all delivered to your door, Super Bowl Sunday, February 6, 2011

Order now - http://www.TASNorthridge.org/loxbox-2011.php

For more information and questions, please contact our Youth Director Ilysa Cooperman at: tastyinfo@yahoo.com or call 818-360-6349 ext. 139

The TAS Library Is Now Online

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 11:19:40 -0700

The TAS Library Is Now Online

Head over to our new online library catalog http://www.TASNorthridge.org/library.php where you can search the catalog of Jewish books available in the TAS Library by title, subject, author and more. Find the book you want? Submit a request online to borrow the title.

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/library.php

November 2010 Menorah Out Now

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 11:43:23 -0700

The November, 2011 Menorah, our monthly newsletter is ready to download here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/menorah.php

New Photos in our Online Archive

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:31:37 -0700

Check out the many new photos in our online photo archive from the Embracing Torah Opening Celebrations and first day of Letter Writing, Social Action Committee's Day at the Zoo with LA Family Housing, Simchat Torah Celebration, Synaplex Sukkot Dinner and Sisterhood Sukkot Celebration.

Check them out here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/archive/photos/

September Board Meeting Minutes Now Online

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:04:02 -0700

Click here to read the minutes from the September 21st TAS Board Meeting and see the archive of other past meeting minutes.

http://www.TASNorthridge.org/boardminutes.php

Travel to Eastern Europe with Temple Ahavat Shalom

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:29:54 -0700

Please join Rabbi Lutz and Carol Kracer of CK Travel Services on Thursday evening, October 21, 7:00 pm at TAS to hear more about the plans for this summer's trip to Eastern Europe, including visits to Warsaw, Krakow, Prague, Budhapest, Berlin and, of course Kolin.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/europe2011.php

Embracing Torah In the News

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:51:33 -0700

TAS' year-long project to restore our 350 year-old Torah has received front page coverage in today's LA Daily News here: http://www.dailynews.com/ci_16305855 as well as in an article in the L.A. times here: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-adv-torah-scroll-20101010,0,7943691.story

Read more about our Embracing Torah project here: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/embracingtorah.php

TAS Launches "Embracing Torah"

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 14:25:46 -0700

Temple Ahavat Shalom is embarking on a year-long journey to restore our Holocaust Torah. Read more about this project, our launch events on October 10th, download our brochure and learn how you can write a letter in the Torah here:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/torah

Rabbi Lutz's Rosh Hashanah Sermons Now Online

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:55:27 -0700

We've posted Rabbi Lutz's Erev Rosh Hashanah and Rosh Hashanah morning services online in case you missed them or would like to read them again.

Click here to read them: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/sermons.php

September Menorah Ready to Download

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:33:44 -0700

The September Menorah (our monthly newsletter) is ready to download here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

July Board Meeting Minutes Now Online

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:27:55 -0700

View the minutes from the July 20th Board meeting here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/boardminutes.php

August Menorah Ready to Download

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:43:00 -0700

A report from our TAiSrael trip and more in our August Menorah, now available to download here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

New Photos in Our Online Archive

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:03:19 -0700

Check out photos from the first few weeks of Camp Kehillah as well as from the Sisterhood Donor Luncheon and Installation in our online photo archive.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos

July Menorah Ready to Download

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:55:51 -0700

Meet our new Cantor in the July Menorah (our monthly newsletter) Download it here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.ph

New Photos in Our Online Archive

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:53:40 -0700

We've updated our online photo archive with pictures from the May 27 Sisterhood Potluck and White Elephant Auction, June 6 TAS Gala, June 13 Workstock II and the June 18th Shabbabaque. Check out these photos here (and tons of photos from other past events.)

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos

Annual Meeting Minutes Online

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:07:43 -0700

Read the minutes from our May 16th Annual Congregational Meeting including our budget and Long Range Planning Committee reports here:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/boardminutes.php

June Menorah Ready to Download

Thu, 27 May 2010 17:51:52 -0700

The June Menorah (our monthly newsletter) is online now! Download it here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Confirmation Service This Saturday, May 22

Mon, 17 May 2010 14:40:50 -0700

Plan on attending this Saturday's oonfirmation service at 4:30 pm. See our 21 confirmands share their thoughts as they conclude their formal Jewish education. You do not want to miss this special service. See the entire list of our 2010 confirmands on the front page of this month's Menorah. http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Annual Congregational Meeting This Sunday

Tue, 11 May 2010 14:28:21 -0700

You are cordially invited to ring in a new year at TAS. Toast to our community's success and exciting future. Join us this Sunday, May 16th at 8:45 am and celebrate a New Year at Temple Ahavat Shalom's Annual Congregational Meeting. Click here to view the aenda and slate of candidates for officers.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/emails/congmeeting-0410.html

May Menorah Ready to Download

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:04:52 -0700

The May Menorah (our monthly newsletter) is online now! Download it here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Cantor's Concert DVD's - Order by May 7!

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:06:01 -0700

Cantor's Concert DVD's - OH WHAT A NIGHT! WERE YOU THERE?

The 2010 Cantor's Concert was SPECTACULAR!

Cantor Patti Linsky's friends performed in her honor and the evening was truly magnificent. So magical, that our Emmy award winning videographers are producing a DVD.

Order your DVD today and re-live this amazing evening.
CELEBRATING 24 Years of Music and Memories.

Julie Silver, Cantor Evan Kent, Addie and Rick Lupert, Rachel Goldman, SoulAviv, Cantor Ed Robin, TAS Ruach Choir, Cantor Perryne Anker and more.
Download the order form and bring it in to the Temple Office with your payment ($20 per DVD) or order and pay online with your Credit Card:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/cantorsconcertdvd.php

New Photos and Video in Our Online Archive

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:18:28 -0700

We've updated our online photo archive with pictures from the Sisterhood/Men's Club Family Dancing Day, Rick Recht Concert, Shabbat Service honoring Rabbi Kleinman, Sisterhood Seder, Jr. TASTY Chocolate Seder, Gimmel Field Trip to the Geniza and the First Grade trip to the Matzah Factory. Check out these photos here (and tons of photos from other past events.):

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

Also visit our video archive to see the photo/video montage from the dinner honoring Rabbi Kleinman's 90th birthday. Click here to see the video:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/video/index.php

Yom HaShoah Events This Week

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:33:12 -0700

Join us on Thursday April 15 at 7:30 pm for "Acting The Part", a theatrical presentation at Temple Ramat Zion co-sponsored by CSUN Jewish Studies and the TAS Judaism Beyond Our Boundaries Committee.

Click here for more information about Thursday's event at Temple Ramat Zion:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=106236962732086&index=1

Also join us Friday evening, April 16 at 7:00 pm in the TAS Sanctuary as our Dalet students lead our annual Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Shabbat service.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/

TAS Day Camp Launches This Summer

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 12:43:48 -0700

Camp Kehillah for kids entering 1st through 5th grade launches this summer at TAS along with our KoolAid, pre-counselor in training program for kids entering 6th through 8th grade. Come to our open house on Sunday May 16th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at TAS and click here for more information and to download the camp sign-up forms!

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/campkehillah.php

April Menorah Ready to Download

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 13:50:06 -0700

The April Menorah (our monthly newsletter) is online now! Download it here: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

New Photos Online

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:19:23 -0700

We've updated our online photo archive with pictures from Purim, Synaplex and the 11th grade L'Taken trip to Washington, D.C. Check out these photos here: (and tons of photos from other past events)

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos/index.php

Synaplex Survey - What did you think?

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:01:39 -0700

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this past weekend's Synaplex: "Jews Around the World" program. Please click here to give us feedback. Your comments are invaluable to us as we plan future Synaplex weekends.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/G3HH8LQ

March, 2010 Menorah Now Online

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:50:49 -0800

Click here to download the March, 2010 Menorah:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Purim at Temple Ahavat Shalom with MacGruber?

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:36:25 -0800

Join us for Purim (and Havdalah!) this Saturday, February 27, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. MacGruber may not be there... but we promise some very special guests!

Stay for a 21 and over Purim Celebration ( http://www.tasnorthridge.org/adultpurim.php ) at 8:15 p.m.; $12 per person at the door (designated drivers are free). Free childcare available!

Win free tickets to the TAS Purim Carnival -- follow us on Twitter ( http://twitter.com/tasnorthridge ) and retweet our message to be entered into a random drawing! A new winner every day, through Friday!

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/rabbisblog.php

Purim Carnival 2010

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:12:04 -0800

The Purim Carnival is Sunday, February 28 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Join us ahead of time in the Sanctuary for the announcement of the "So You Think You Can Shpiel" Winner! Click here if you are interested volunteering and/or buying advanced tickets at a discount.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/purimcarnival.php

TLC Sharim Sing-Along Saturday Night

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:24:35 -0800

Join Rick Lupert and members of the TAS House Band for our monthly sing-along and Havdalah in the chapel, this Saturday night, February 6 at 7:00 pm. Bring your voices and your spirit! We'll be singing Jewish, English, Hebrew and American songs (and your requests!) Free event with snacks provided by the Cantor's discretionary fund.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/tlcsharim.php

February, 2010 Menorah Now Online

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:59:53 -0800

Click here to download the February, 2010 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Shabbat Shira - Cross the Sea with Us - This Friday

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:50:19 -0800

Shabbat Shira - Cross the Sea with Us - This Friday

Come to our annual musical celebration of the crossing of the sea: Shabbat Shira with Rabbi Barry Lutz, Rick and Addie Lupert, Howard Lubin and the TAS House Band and the return of Cantor Patti Linsky, this Friday, January 29 at 8:00 pm in the Sanctuary. This special service will feature the music of featuring the music of, Simon and Garfunkel, Harry Belafonte, Cat Stevens, 3 Dog Night, Craig Taubman, Tom Paxton, Dan Nichols, The Beatles and more.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/shabbatshira.php

IDF In Haiti - New Blog from Rabbi Shawna

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:13:30 -0800

I have been watching the videos of the Israeli Army field hospital in Haiti; I am so impressed with what the Israeli Defense Force has been able to do so quickly and so well.

Click to read the full article: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/rabbisblog.php

Does ECEC Predict Future Temple Involvement? - New Blog from Rabbi Shawna

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:19:11 -0800

Does ECEC Predict Future Temple Involvement? - New Blog from Rabbi Shawna
Read Rabbi Shawna Brynjegard-Bialik's thoughts on the connection between involvemenet in ECEC and future Temple involvement and Jewish life on our Rabbi's blog.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/rabbisblog.php

Vote for your Favorite "So You Think You Can Shpiel" Performance

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:13:39 -0800

Vote for your Favorite "So You Think You Can Shpiel" Performance

Click here to vote for your favorite "So You Think You Can Shpiel" performance from our "That's Entertainment" Synaplex's Saturday night talent show. Winners will be chosen from your votes and will have the opportunity to perform at the Purim Shpiel.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/shpiel-vote.php

January, 2010 Menorah Now Online

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:31:13 -0800

Click here to download the January, 2010 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Check out recent photos in our Photo Archive

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:07:48 -0800

We've got recent photos online from Workstock 2009, "That's Entertainment" Synaplex, recent Sisterhood and TASTY events and more. Click here to visit our Photo Archive and see the last year at TAS in photos.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/archive/photos/

Help us make Synaplex even better!

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:25:01 -0800

Help us make Synaplex even better!

Click here to give us feedback about our December "That's Entertainment" Synaplex.

Click here to go to the survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FR89S2P

ECEC Parent Ed Class: How to Quiet the Gimmee Gimmee Monster

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:27:48 -0800

Join Rabbi Shawna Brynjegard-Bialik this Monday, December 7 at 9:15 am in the chapel along with other moms to share ideas about celebrating Hanukkah, dealing with the gimmee gimmees and Hanukkah and Christmas dilemmas. A light breakfast will be served.

December Menorah Now Online

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:29:10 -0800

Click here to download the December 2009 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

TAS Israel v.3 - July 2010

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:05:44 -0800

It's up! For all of you who have been waiting ... the itinerary for TAS Israel v.3, July 2010 is now online: http://www.israeltour.com/Tours/rlutz.php . Printed itineraries and applications are also available in the Temple office. Looking forward to another wonderful TAS Israel adventure.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/israel2010.php

Mix it up at Menchies - Get Frozen Yogurt Today and Support the Temple

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:23:39 -0800

Bring your family and friends to Menchie's Frozen Yogurt from 2 to 10 p.m. on Monday, November 9 for Temple Ahavat Shalom’s next Common Cents fundraiser. Menchie’s has a “do it yourself” approach. You serve yourself yogurt from 12 different flavors. Then create your own delicious frozen yogurt treat with dozens of seasonal fruits, candies, nuts, and other yummy toppings. With so many choices in yogurt flavors and toppings, you’ll want to come back for more! Stop by after school or work! Best of all, click the link below to download the flyer....bring it in to Menchies and 15% of your purchase will go to TAS. See you there!

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/forms/CC-Menchies-1109.pdf

The Fringed Garment - New Blog post from Rabbi Brynjegard-Bialik

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:14:58 -0800

This morning Isaac and I were surprised that we both voted for the same piece of art in a contest by The Jewish Museum in New York. The contest is to promote an exhibit called "Reinventing Ritual: Contemporary Art and Design for Jewish Life"...

November Menorah Now Online

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:18:32 -0700

Click here to download the November 2009 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

More Than The Eye Can See - New Blog post from Rabbi Brynjegard-Bialik

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:52:47 -0700

This fall my family took a trip to Sequoia National Park, where we hiked through Crystal Cave, one of the marble caves found in the park. The cave is about a million years old, and filled with beautiful stalactite and stalagmite formations. On our hike we learned about a new cave recently discovered in the park; it is called Ursa Minor, named for an ancient bear skeleton that was found inside...

Congregant High Holy Day reflections Now Available

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:13:13 -0700

Now available are the reflections of Chuck Mondrus, Emily Lutz, Gregg Garfinkel and Lisa Kantor, as well as Rabbi Lutz's response shared on Erev Rosh Hashanah. Click here to read them:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/sermons.php

Free Film Screening - RSVP by Thursday

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:15:20 -0700

Judaism Beyond our Boundaries at TAS and CSUN Jewish Studies present the first in a year-long film series: "As Seen Through These Eyes" - Free screening followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Hilary Helstein. 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 22. This vividly and beautifully illustrated documentary juxtaposes historic newsreel footage of Nazi Europe with the drawings, paintings, plays, as well as interviews of artists who documented the genocide that they survived. Narrated by American poet laureate Maya Angelou, it offers a very different perspective on the rise of Hitler and showcases perspectives not typically heard.

Click here for more information: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/emails/astte-1009.html

Synaplex - Let Us Know What You Thought

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:35:04 -0700

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this past weekend's Synaplex: Help Fight Hunger program. Please click here to give us feedback. Your comments are invaluable to us as we plan future Synaplex weekends.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=ZAVBa2naytudZ86mTBG4TA_3d_3d

Feeding The Hungry Program Registration Closes Tonight

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:15:18 -0700

Come join volunteers as we work together to package food to be shipped out to feed the hungry on Sunday, October 18 at the JCC in West Hills. The 10am 12pm shift is already full and the 12pm to 2pm shift closes tonight! Do a Mitzvah! Help feed the hungry! Children 6-13 can work the assembly line, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children will get religious school credit.

Click here to join in: http://www.TASNorthridge.org/feed.php

Synaplex - Spend this Weekend with TAS Fighting Hunger

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 11:24:33 -0700

We've got a full range of activities this weekend revolving around Sukkot and Ending Hunger. It all start's tonight with a potluck dinner, Sukkot services, guest speakers and study, and continues tomorrow with the Supermarket Tzedakah Challenge, a field trip to MEND, a visit from SOVA, Havdalah and more. See the full schedule of this weekend's Synaplex Activities here:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/synaplex-1009.php

Adult Education Classes Have Started - register online

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:30:43 -0700

Click here to register for this year's Adult Education classes at TAS and to download our brand new 2009-2010 Adult Education Catalog. Classes start this Sunday!

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/adulted-register.php

Rabbi Lutz's High Holy Day Sermons Now Online

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:50:40 -0700

Click here to read Rabbi Lutz's remarks from Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur (and many other past sermons.)

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/sermons.php

October Menorah Now Online

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:48:29 -0700

Click here to download the October 2009 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Shana Tova from your TAS Family!

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:20:28 -0700

A sweet and happy new year from all of us at TAS!

Click here to see all of our High Holy Days offerings:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/hhd.php

Don't miss our annua Tashlich picnic this Saturday at Lake Balboa Park in Van Nuys: Click here for more info:
http://www.tasnorthridge.org/tashlich.php

Help Rebuild Our Community

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:38:03 -0700

Rabbi Tarfon teaches us "It is not your job to complete the work, but neither are you free to desist from it." This year we at Temple Ahavat Shalom are going to be focusing on Tikkun (Rebuilding/Repairing). During this High Holy Day season you have the opportunity to help rebuild our community and our world.

Click here to find the list of needed contributions for our own community and the larger community: http://www.tasnorthridge.org/forms/tikkun-Letter-0909.pdf

As you attend programs, services, or other activities here at TAS this month, please take a moment to add your contributions to our community tree and world map.

TAS Israel v.3 Trip Information Now Available

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:25:11 -0700

It's up! For all of you who have been waiting ... the itinerary for TAS Israel v.3, July 2010 is now online: http://www.israeltour.com/Tours/rlutz.php . Printed itineraries and applications are also available in the Temple office. Mark you calendar for an informational meeting on Thursday, November 19, at 7:00 pm. Looking forward to another wonderful TAS Israel adventure.

Community Action Alert

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:09:15 -0700

Click here for important information from the Jewish Federation on ways you can help or get help in the face of the economic crisis:

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/communityaction-ecenomic.php

September Menorah Now Online

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:44:20 -0700

Click here to download the September 2009 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

Blog - Elul and Rock and Roll Etiquette

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:06:54 -0700

As we enter the month of Elul and prepare for the High Holy Days, Rabbi Shawna Brynjegard-Bialik explores the concept of gratitude – by way of a singer who shared some rock and roll “etiquette lessons” in his concert.

High Holy Days Music Learn-Along - This Tuesday!

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:37:08 -0700

High Holy Days Music Learn-Along - This Tuesday Evening!
This Tuesday, August 18 - 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary

High Holy Days are just around the corner. Join us in the sanctuary to hear, sing and learn new melodies and songs that will be sung by our Cantor and Choir. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to be part of the pre High Holy Days musical experience.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/

Guitar Minyan - Saturday Morning in the Chapel

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:12:14 -0700

Join Rabbi Alan Henkin and Rick and Addie Lupert this Saturday morning in the chapel for our monthly Guitar Minyan. Sing through the service and refill your spiritual batteries! (We hear there's good Challah at the end too.) See you Saturday morning (August 15 at 10:30 am) in the chapel. Shabbat Shalom!

TLC Sharim Sing-Along Tonight in the Chapel.

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:55:05 -0700

TLC Sharim - Monthly Sing Along - Tonight!
Saturday, August 8th ~ 7:00 pm in the Chapel

Michael Jackson or Fran Drescher? Now that summer is in full swing, and life is a little less hectic, treat yourself to a fun evening of song and friendship! Come to the Temple this Saturday night, (August 8 at 7:00 pm) when our excellent songleader Rick Lupert will lead us in song and Havdalah. Embarrassed about your singing ability? Well this is one place where no one cares if you are Michael Jackson or Fran Drescher. Come check us out!

Contact Jackie Zev at 818-832-9099 or TLC.Sharim@gmail.com for more information."

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/tlcsharim.php

Blog - What Do You Remember About the JCC Shooting?

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:07:47 -0700

What do you remember? Rabbi Brynjegard-Bialik blogs about the 10th anniversary of the North Valley JCC Shooting. http://www.tasnorthridge.org/rabbisblog.php

August Menorah Now Online

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:34:31 -0700

Click here to download the August 2009 Menorah. (Our monthly newsletter.) http://www.tasnorthridge.org/menorah.php

TAS to Commemorate 10th Anniversary of JCC Shooting - Tonight!

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:32:00 -0700

Shabbat services on August 7th will commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the shootings at the JCC in Granada Hills. Ten years ago, we all gathered as a community - stunned by a tragedy that affected our Temple members and friends.

http://www.tasnorthridge.org/jcc10years.php

New Blog from Rabbi Shawna Brynjegard-Bialik

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:16:49 -0700

God Does Not Exist....as a gender neutral entity. Read more from Rabbi Shawna's guest entry in our Rabbi's Blog.

2009 High Holy Day Information Now Online

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:39:02 -0700

Our 2009 High Holy Days Brochure will arrive in your mailboxes soon. Check out the High Holy Days page to get a sneak peak on all of this year's offerings, as well as to download a PDF of the brochure if you want a sneak peak.

Welcome to Our New Website!

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:01:22 -0700

We hope you enjoy our new, cleaner, feature rich website! We think you'll find it easier to navigate, more enjoyable to look at and chock-full of all the TAS information you could want, whether you're a current or prospective member, or just stopping by to see what we're all about.

July Menorah Now Online

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 15:48:10 -0700

Click here to print and download and print the July, 2009 Menorah.

Need a Job / Have a Job

Mon, 11 May 2009 20:28:35 -0700

In these difficult economic times, we turn for support and assistance to our community. In that spirit, we have started a new section on our Temple web site: "Need a Job / Have a Job". We invite you to send a posting if you are either looking for employment or have employment to offer to webmaster@tasnorthridge.org. We will post your listing for members of our community to see.