Welcome to our RSVP page, where you can register for many (but not all) of our events, meals and programs.
To register for an event not listed here or for more information, please contact office@orami.org or call 818-880-4880.
2025-2026 Speaker Series
It’s Complicated: Navigating Jewish Identity in a Changing World
On Being Jewish Now
Tuesday, October 21 – 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm PDT (In-Person)
Stacey Bieber, Skirball Cultural Center Book Club Facilitator, moderates this panel of authors from On Being Jewish Now, an essay collection by Jewish writers responding to the events of October 7th. Panel includes: Dr. Beth Ricanati, author of National Jewish Book Award finalist Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Challahs; Elizabeth L. Silver, author of The Majority, The Execution of Noa P. Singleton, and The Tincture of Time; and Anna Ephron-Harari, producer and co-author of The Amazing Baby Name Book.
All book sale proceeds of On Being Jewish Now to benefit The Artists Against Antisemitism. Discounted book pre-orders available through Sept 28th when you RSVP! Donations are appreciated: $10 suggested minimum donation | $20 donation includes a book. Advance tickets required.
Live Theatre at Or Ami: Never Forget
Sunday, November 2 – 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm PT (In-Person)
Compiled and written for the stage by Charlie Seigel, Never Forget is a theatrical experience that brings together monologues and scenes from Holocaust literature alongside contemporary reflections on antisemitism. The stories are told through the voices of children who lived through the Holocaust, brought to life by young Jewish actors of today. This creates a bridge between generations, memory, and identity. The performance offers an emotional and educational journey, making Holocaust history deeply personal and urgently relevant. With a short Q&A following the 40-minute play, the entire program runs approximately one hour and invites meaningful reflection and dialogue.
For audiences age 12 and older.
Yom Kippur Study Session on Zoom with Rabbi Cassi Kail: Are we obligated to forgive?
Thursday, October 2 – 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm (On Zoom)
On Yom Kippur, we ask God and our fellow for forgiveness, but are we required to forgive? We will explore forgiveness’s opportunities and limits through ancient and modern texts. Rabbi Cassi Kail serves as the Director of Jewish Life for Chapman University, creating opportunities for Jewish students, faculty, and staff to celebrate their Jewish identities, especially now. Working in Chapman’s Fish Interfaith Center, she is a skilled educator, passionate about multifaith dialogue.
The Zoom link will be emailed to all registered one day before Yom Kippur
Home Shabbat
Friday, October 3
No service in Synagogue this week. Enjoy dinner with family and friends.
Or Ami Village
Docent-led Tour of The Getty Museum + Lunch
Sunday, October 5 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PDT (The Getty Museum – 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles)
Our Or Ami Museum Group Tour of the GETTY MUSEUM will be led by our own Villager and Docent, Terry Abrams. Highlighting the architecture and the gardens of the Getty. After the tour, you are welcome to explore the Getty art exhibits on your own.
Museum ADMISSION: Free | PARKING: $25 per car – paid at museum | Meet at the tram at 10:00 am | RSVP Required | LUNCH: TBD | Villagers only
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, October 8 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PDT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Or Ami Village and Rabbi Paul!
Village Wednesdays – Mahjong Lessons (Session 1)
4 Wednesdays, October 8, 15, 22, 29 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Mahjong expert Beth Cohan will be teaching anyone interested in learning Mahjong during the next four Village Wednesdays. The first three sessions are for beginners, with the fourth class offering the opportunity to hone your skills and meet other Villagers who are mahjong players. Classes are $10 each. If Mahjong isn’t your thing, join us to play Rummy Tile, Scrabble, Skyjo, or ??? There is no fee to play these games. What would you like to play? Please let us know. While others are learning how to play Mahjongg, join us in writing more postcards for MAZON.
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Under the Stars & In the Sukkah – BYO Picnic
Friday, October 10 (Calabasas Pickleball Club – 5155 Old Scandia Ln, Calabasas)
5:00 pm PDT – BYO Picnic
6:00 pm PDT – Sukkot Shabbat Service
Join Congregation Or Ami under the stars and in the Sukkah for an evening of community, celebration, and connection. BYO Picnic. Stay for a special Sukkot Shabbat service including a sweet Consecration Ceremony for all new students. Shake the lulav, sing, celebrate, and schmooze! Open to All Ages – Bring Friends! | Please bring a nut-free dessert to share.
Or Ami Village
Celebrate Or Ami Village’s 6th Anniversary, Havdalah Service, Sukkot, and Potluck Dairy Dinner, with Rabbi Paul
Saturday, October 11 – 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (at a Private Calabasas Residence)
Join us for a Special Village Event with Rabbi Paul as we enjoy Havdalah Service and Sukkot and celebrate Or Ami Village’s 6th Anniversary. The address will be sent to you the day before the event | Potluck: Please bring a dairy dish or a bottle of wine to share to help us rejoice.
GoMPTY (4th-6th Grades)
GoMPTY: The Ultimate Target Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, October 12 – 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm PT (Off-site)
Join 4th, 5th, & 6th grade friends for an awesome afternoon. Grab your cart and get ready for the ultimate Target Scavenger Hunt. Teams, clues, laughs, and maybe even a few surprises down the aisles | Cost: $15 per child includes fun, snacks, and supervision | You will be contacted with the location after registration | Please RSVP by October 8th | Send any questions to brooke@orami.org.
Simchat Torah – Multigenerational Service
Tuesday, October 14 – 6:30 pm PDT to 9:00 pm PDT (In-Person + Livestream)
Help us unroll the entire Torah as we read its ending and start over at the beginning | Bring Friends! | Registration is requested.
Livestreams: oramiLIVE.com | Facebook Live | YouTube Live
Or Ami Village and Rabbi Paul!
Village Wednesdays – Mahjong Lessons (Session 2)
3 Wednesdays, October 15, 22, 29 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Mahjong expert Beth Cohan will be teaching anyone interested in learning Mahjong during the next three Village Wednesdays. These sessions are for beginners, with the fourth class offering the opportunity to hone your skills and meet other Villagers who are mahjong players. Classes are $10 each. If Mahjong isn’t your thing, join us to play Rummy Tile, Scrabble, Skyjo, or ??? There is no fee to play these games. What would you like to play? While others are learning how to play Mahjongg, join us in writing more postcards for MAZON.
Torah Study with Rabbi Elana Rabishaw (B’reshit) (In-Person)
Saturday, October 18
8:45 am PDT – Bagels & Coffee
9:00 am to 10:00 am PDT – Torah Study
You deserve to be inspired! Let Torah, our sacred scroll, fill you with wisdom. After hearing Torah read aloud, we dive into a conversation with commentators ancient and contemporary to mine the parasha (Torah portion) insights into our present and guidance for our future. Devote one hour to your soul. You deserve it! | Bring friends!
Or Ami Book Group – Discussing, “One Good Thing” by Georgia Hunter
Tuesday, October 21 – 9:30 am to 11:30 am PDT (at the home of Elayne Wypyszynski)
ABOUT THE BOOK: From the New York Times-bestselling author of We Were the Lucky Ones, a propulsive and heart-wrenching story of a young woman entrusted with a boy’s life as WWII rages in Italy. (Our November book will be: “The Phoenix Pencil Company” by Allison King)
Address will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, October 22 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PDT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Or Ami Village and Rabbi Paul
Village Wednesdays – Mahjong Lessons (Session 3)
2 Wednesdays, October 22, 29 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Mahjong expert Beth Cohan will be teaching anyone interested in learning Mahjong during the next two Village Wednesdays. This session is for beginners, with the fourth class offering the opportunity to hone your skills and meet other Villagers who are mahjong players. Classes are $10 each. If Mahjong isn’t your thing, join us to play Rummy Tile, Scrabble, Skyjo, or ??? There is no fee to play these games. What would you like to play? Please let us know. While others are learning how to play Mahjongg, join us in writing more postcards for MAZON.
Or Ami Village and Rabbi Paul
Village Wednesdays – Mahjong Lessons (Session 4)
1 Wednesday, October 29 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Mahjong expert Beth Cohan will be teaching anyone interested in learning Mahjong. This final session offers the opportunity to hone your skills and meet other Villagers who are mahjong players. Classes are $10 each. If Mahjong isn’t your thing, join us to play Rummy Tile, Scrabble, Skyjo, or ??? There is no fee to play these games. What would you like to play? Please let us know. While others are learning how to play Mahjongg, join us in writing more postcards for MAZON.
The Middle @ Or Ami
Wines from Around the World: Wine Tasting with Shelly Bright, Sommelier
Sunday, November 9 – 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm PT (In-Person)
See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, and Savor! Join The Middle for a curated Happy Hour event — Wines From Around the World. It will be like taking a vacation with all your friends. Small bites included.
Cost: $36 per person
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, November 12 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Torah Study with Rabbi Elana Rabishaw (Chayei Sarah) (In-Person)
Saturday, November 15
8:45 am PT – Bagels & Coffee
9:00 am to 10:00 am PT – Torah Study
You deserve to be inspired! Let Torah, our sacred scroll, fill you with wisdom. After hearing Torah read aloud, we dive into a conversation with commentators ancient and contemporary to mine the parasha (Torah portion) insights into our present and guidance for our future. Devote one hour to your soul. You deserve it! | Bring friends!
Hosted by Or Ami’s Mosaic Committee and Bahά’ί Community of Malibu Canyon
2nd Annual Scarves of Thanksgiving (In-Person)
Sunday, November 16 – 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm PT
Everyone (ages 8 & up) is invited to join as we come together to make scarves for Hope the Mission — help bring warmth to those in need! NO KNITTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED | Space is limited! Please sign up by November 1st to ensure we have enough materials.
Please bring a nut-free dessert to share | $15 per person donation helps with the cost of yarn and security
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, November 26 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PDT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Torah Study with Rabbic Student Lisa Friedman (Vayishlach) (In-Person)
Saturday, December 6
8:45 am PDT – Bagels & Coffee
9:00 am to 10:00 am PDT – Torah Study
You deserve to be inspired! Let Torah, our sacred scroll, fill you with wisdom. After hearing Torah read aloud, we dive into a conversation with commentators ancient and contemporary to mine the parasha (Torah portion) insights into our present and guidance for our future. Devote one hour to your soul. You deserve it! | Bring friends!
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, December 10 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PDT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Home Shabbat
Friday, December 12
No service in Synagogue this week. Enjoy dinner with family and friends.
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, December 24 – 8:30 am to 9:30 am PDT (In-Person)
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Rabbi Paul brings timeless Jewish wisdom to the realities of our day-to-day lives. Drop by Or Ami for 60 minutes of spiritual sustenance to anchor the rest of your week.
You bring: yourself, your breakfast, your questions. We’ll provide: coffee, community, and compelling conversation.
Home Shabbat
Friday, January 2
No service in Synagogue this week. Enjoy dinner with family and friends.