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.
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul – Purim Megillah Study Edition
Wednesday, March 20 – 8:30 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.
Kesher Purim Celebration & Carnival
Wednesday, March 20 – 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm PDT (In-Person)
During Kesher! Come in costume!
4-5 pm • Carnival – Please send an adult with your child to accompany them to the carnival stations
5-5:30 pm • Purim Shpiel – Watch our fun and silly Purim play
5:45 pm • Dinner at the Stand Calabasas
Join us for a Congregation Or Ami Fundraiser at the Stand in Calabasas!
Registration is required for those who do not attend Kesher.
Makom Purim Dinner & Celebration
Wednesday, March 20 – 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm PDT (In-Person)
7th-12th Graders, join your teen friends for a Purim Celebration!
For details, contact Andrew at andrew@orami.org
Registration is required for those who do not attend Makom.
Registration Coming Soon
Or Ami Travels to Israel
with Rabbi Paul Kipnes and Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway – Informational Meeting
Wednesday, March 20 – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm PDT (In-Person + on Zoom)
Meet with your Rabbis to hear about the mission, ask questions and find out all relevant information about the scheduled trip.
Solidarity Mission to Israel • June 16-21
Optional Post-trip • June 21-24
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Mosaic Initiative Jews of Color Community Zoom Gathering
Wednesday, March 20 – 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (on Zoom)
Unlock Your Creativity and Community Spirit
Let’s cultivate unity through engaging events and ideas for our wonderful, diverse Or Ami Community
Engaging Discussions on Community Building • Live Mosaic Creation Session • Brainstorm New Community Events • Connect, create, and contribute to the vibrant mosaic of our community!
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
The Braid Performs Yearning to Breath Free
Thursday, March 21 – 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Coming to America from across the globe, we are one Jewish spirit. Experience a dozen true, contemporary Jewish stories performed by professional actors that explore leaving one’s home for a new nation.
Zoom Shabbat of Purim Fun
Friday, March 22 – 6:00 pm to 6:40 pm PDT / 9:00 pm – 9:40 pm ET (on Zoom)
Communal Shabbat and Purim Celebration to enjoy in your home.
Bring your own candles, kiddush, and challah. Invite friends!
Zoom link will be sent in a confirmation email after registration
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The ONE Celebration
Saturday, March 23 – 6:30 to 10:00 am PDT (The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library)
An Evening honoring the Devotion, Commitment, and Everlasting Contributions of Nancy Cole, Judy Friedman, and Andrew Fromer.
This unforgettable evening will include cocktails, appetizers, dinner, dancing, music, and an amazing silent live auction. Enjoy private after-hours entry into The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library from 5:00-7:00 pm. Doors for Or Ami One open at 6:30 pm
Or Ami Book Group – Bonfire Night
with Book Signing and Conversation with the author, Anna Bliss
Tuesday, March 26 – 9:30 to 11:30 am PDT (at the home of Sandee Greene)
Our first-ever book signing & conversation with the author of: Bonfire Night by Anna Bliss
About the book: Spanning from England’s anti-fascism protests of 1936 through the aftermath of WWII, this moving, intricately wrought historical novel brings together a young Irish Catholic photographer and a British Jewish medical student, each discovering the price of love, art, and ambition.
Address will be sent to you in confirmation email after registration.
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, March 27 – 8:30 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.
Discover the Roots of Reform Judaism with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
A 4-Session Mini-Course: Wednesday, March 27, April 3, 10, 17 (In-Person + on Zoom)
1st Session – Wednesday, March 27 – 7:30 to 9:00 pm PT
Learn about beliefs, best practices, and the greatest gifts of our movement.
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Middle of the Torah Shabbat Service
Friday, March 29 – 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm PDT (In-Person + Livestream)
Discover essential wisdom hidden in the center of our Torah scrolls.
Livestreams:
oramiLIVE.com | Facebook Live | YouTube Live
Torah Study with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Saturday, March 30 – 8:30 am to 9:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
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!
Reading Israel Book Club at Or Ami with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway – Discussing Son of Hamas by Mosab Hassan Yousef
Sunday, March 31 – 11:00 am to 12:30 pm PDT (In-Person + On Zoom)
• Strengthen your personal connection to Israel through literature.
• Engage in meaningful dialogue about Israel’s past, present and future
• Celebrate your passion for reading and learning about the meaning of Israel through the written word
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Mosaic Initiative Jews of Color (JOC) Potluck with Rabbi Lana
Sunday, March 31 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (at a private residence)
• Get to know our diverse families
• Make strong connections
• Bring a culinary dish that represents your family culture
(No shellfish, pork, or peanut products)
Together we will be planning new events to celebrate everyone’s culture
You will be contacted with the address before the event.
The Village at Or Ami – Join Us as We Travel to Denmark via Zoom
Monday, April 1 – 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (on Zoom)
Find out why Denmark is known as one of the happiest countries in the world as you pack your virtual suitcase and watch as Rick Steves guides us through this colorful and beautiful country. Share your travel experiences and any mementos you may have.
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a private email a few days before the event.
Village Wednesdays – 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
April 3 – 10:30 am to 12:30 pm PDT (In-Person)
Join fellow Villagers for playing, chatting, and creating. Groups will be forming to play Mahjong. Bring your handcrafts.
Discover the Roots of Reform Judaism with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
A 4-Session Mini-Course: Wednesday, April 3, April 10, 17 (In-Person + on Zoom)
2nd Session – Wednesday, April 3 – 7:30 to 9:00 pm PDT
Learn about beliefs, best practices, and the greatest gifts of our movement.
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Or Ami’s First Men’s Retreat with Rabbi Paul
Friday, April 5, 4:00 pm through Sunday, April 7, 11:00 am PDT
(Crowne Plaza Beach Hotel, Ventura, CA)
Experience a Transformative Weekend at Congregation Or Ami’s First Men’s Retreat!
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and camaraderie with your fellow congregants at our inaugural Men’s Retreat! Held at the picturesque Crowne Plaza Beach Hotel in Ventura, CA, this weekend promises spiritual growth, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments.
$1000 per person (single occupancy), $750 per person (double occupancy)
Rosh Chodesh Group for Or Ami Women and Friends
Led by Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Tuesday, April 9 – 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Rosh Chodesh, celebrating the new Hebrew month, has long been a special holy day for women, a time to gather for spiritual experiences. Enjoy monthly gathering: exploring what it means to be a Jewish woman or part of a Jewish family, reciting creative prayers, discussing Jewish values, working for social change, and sharing a meal.
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, April 10 – 8:30 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.
Rosh Chodesh Group for Neighbors (Zoom)
Led by Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Wednesday, April 10 – 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm PDT (On Zoom)
Rosh Chodesh, celebrating the new Hebrew month, has long been a special holy day for women, a time to gather for spiritual experiences.
Enjoy an online gathering: exploring what it means to be a Jewish woman or part of a Jewish family, reciting creative prayers, discussing Jewish values, and working for social change.
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Discover the Roots of Reform Judaism with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
A 4-Session Mini-Course: Wednesday, April 10, 17 (In-Person + on Zoom)
3rd Session – Wednesday, April 10 – 7:30 to 9:00 pm PDT
Learn about beliefs, best practices, and the greatest gifts of our movement
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Torah Study with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Saturday, April 13 – 8:30 am to 10:15 am PDT (In-Person)
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!
The Mosaic Initiative/Jews of Color – Schmooze and Havdalah with Rabbi Paul
Saturday, April 13 – 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm PDT (In-Person)
• Engage in meaningful conversations
• Share stories
• Forge connections with others who share a passion for celebrating diversity
Or Ami Village – A Unique Seder Experience with Rabbi Lana
crafted especially for the Village
Sunday, April 14 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
• Explore new rituals and prayers
• Discover exciting international traditions
• Immerse yourself in creative ideas and interpretations of the Seder plate that you can use in your Seder at home.
Please bring your favorite Pesach vegetarian dish to share for a potluck dinner.
Discover the Roots of Reform Judaism with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
A 4-Session Mini-Course: Wednesday, April 17 (In-Person + on Zoom)
4th Session – Wednesday, April 17 – 7:30 to 9:00 pm PDT
Learn about beliefs, best practices, and the greatest gifts of our movement.
A Zoom link will be sent to you in a confirmation email after registering.
Home Shabbat
Friday, April 26
No Service in Synagogue this week.
Torah Study with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Saturday, April 27 – 8:30 am to 10:15 am PDT (In-Person)
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!
The Mosaic Initiative/JOC – Mimouna Celebration Community Family Festival
Tuesday, April 30 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
A vibrant event celebrating the end of Passover.
• Experience the rich cultural traditions of Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine
• Participate in desert-themed activities and games
• Create unforgettable memories for the whole family
• Be enchanted by the amazing Maghrebi Jewish celebration
• Enjoy music performed by Cantor Kyle Cotler, and special guest singer Ezina Le Blanc Hoff
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, May 8 – 8:30 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.
Rosh Chodesh Group for Or Ami Women and Friends
Led by Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Wednesday, May 8 – 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm PDT (In-Person)
Rosh Chodesh, celebrating the new Hebrew month, has long been a special holy day for women, a time to gather for spiritual experiences. Enjoy monthly gathering: exploring what it means to be a Jewish woman or part of a Jewish family, reciting creative prayers, discussing Jewish values, working for social change, and sharing a meal.
Torah Study with Rabbi Lana Zilberman Soloway
Saturday, May 11 – 8:30 am to 10:15 am PDT (In-Person)
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!
Home Shabbat
Friday, May 17
No Service in Synagogue this week.
Mosaic Initiative/JOC – Multicultural Interfaith Families Picnic
Sunday, May 19 – 12:30 to 3:00 pm PDT (at Shadow Ranch Park – 22633 Vanowen St., West Hills, CA 91307)
Bringing together families from different cultures and faiths for a fun-filled picnic gathering for bonding and celebration. Games, food, music and more!
Wisdom Wednesday with Rabbi Paul
Wednesday, May 22 – 8:30 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.