Mark your calendars for a heartwarming event as Yesh Tikva, dedicated to supporting Jewish people facing infertility, celebrates its 10th anniversary with a Challah Bake in Los Angeles. Set for September 8 at 7:30 PM at OBKLA, this event will include a special challah demonstration by the Sephardic Spice Girls. Don’t miss out on this community gathering!

Join us for a special event as Yesh Tikva, supporting Jewish people facing infertility, marks its 10th anniversary with a Challah Bake in the Valley. Scheduled for September 9 at 7:30 PM, this event will feature a challah demonstration by the Sephardic Spice Girls. RSVP for the address to participate in this meaningful gathering.

Urgent need for Type O blood in Los Angeles area. A 23-year-old patient at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center requires direct-to-patient donation. If you're Type O, please consider donating. Contact Cedars-Sinai Blood Donor Services for more information.

Emek Early Childhood Camp transforms the Chandler campus into a vibrant seven-week experience for Emek students, blending Torah values with hands-on activities like water play, STEM, cooking, music, and arts and crafts. With special events and a dedicated, enthusiastic staff, the camp fosters growth, confidence, and Jewish identity in a nurturing, joyful environment.

In Parashat Re'eh, Elan Javanfard explores the Torah's lesson on free will and self-sabotage, where individuals may unconsciously hinder their growth despite choosing blessings over curses. Drawing from Rambam, Chovot HaLevavot, and Kli Yakar, the text highlights the power of conscious choice and self-awareness to break destructive patterns, offering tips like setting clear goals, building a supportive environment, and practicing teshuvah for personal growth.

During a Shabbaton in Tzfat, Rabbi Eckstein heroically saved six-year-old Yoeli from drowning in a hotel pool. Despite being offered 26 million shekel ($6.8 million) by Yoeli’s grandfather, Rabbi Eckstein refused, valuing the mitzvah of saving a life over money. Inspired by this, Rav Chaim Zaid took him to Rav David Abuchatzeira, who blessed Rabbi Eckstein with a son, which came true, naming the boy Yoeli.

The Simcha House, a new venue at Young Israel of Los Angeles, offers affordable, all-inclusive weddings and bar mitzvahs starting at $15,000, easing financial burdens for Orthodox families. Led by Mendel Levin and funded by Sol Goldner, it fulfills the legacy of Holocaust survivors Jacob and Rose Kasirer, proven successful at its inaugural event with gourmet catering and elegant décor.

Renee, born in 1920, celebrated her 105th birthday in London, thanking God and family with a lucid 18-minute speech. Her secret to longevity is curiosity and resilience. After Tisha B’Av, the Seven Shabbatot of Comfort begin, offering genuine consolation. Elul starts August 25, launching a 40-day challenge for personal growth toward Yom Kippur.

Rabbi Moshe Levin’s Chabad Gaon Academy in Los Angeles acts as a "safety net" for Jewish children rejected by other schools, offering tailored education with Principal Mrs. Rivkah Roth. Operating at 40% below typical tuition, it supports students like Eitan and Yaakov, aiming to raise $450,000, or ideally $1 million, to ensure access for all.