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Or Ami Village—it’s not a place. It’s a vibrant community created and led by Or Ami partners 55+ years and beyond that nourishes the mind, heart, and spirit.
Not a Villager yet? Want to find out more? Email us at village@orami.org. Already a paid Villager? Thank you! Your support means so much.
Quarterly Newsletter with reviews of past programs, news of upcoming events, kvelling corner, bulletin board, cartoons, recipes, healthy living tips.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT OR AMI VILLAGE
“Really enjoying the events and opportunity for new friendships!”
“Thank you for creating and implementing the Or Ami Village! Your efforts are greatly appreciated.”
“Thank you for keeping the senior group connected.”
“The recent picnic in the park was so refreshing. How great to meet each other outside our Zoom boxes!”
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Upcoming Events
Village Wednesdays meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month)
Wednesday, February 26 – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm PT (In-Person)
Village Wednesdays are a casual and wonderful way for us to come together to: Play your favorite games and learn new ones • Energize your spirit of friendly competition • Try a new craft or improve an existing one • Have fun!
PLAY: Mahjong, Rummy Tile, Scrabble • Poker • Bridge • Dominoes • Canasta
LEARN: Beg. Crochet • Knitting • Mahjong
CREATE: Crafts
Need a ride? Let us know, and we’ll arrange it for you. village@orami.org
Or Ami Village
Village Murder Mystery Party and Dinner
Saturday, March 1 – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm PT (In-Person)
A live interactive event full of intrigue, suspense, laughter, and mystery! Play along as a sleuth and suspect.
Start Time is 6:00 p.m. for the mingling reception. Nosh and meet all the suspicious characters.
The evening includes a scrumptious dinner and dessert.
LIMITED SEATING / Reservations required by Mon, Feb. 24th
COST $36/person
Rosh Chodesh Adar Celebration
For Or Ami Women and Friends
Tuesday, March 4 – 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm PT (In-Person at Or Ami)
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 gatherings: exploring what it means to be a Jewish woman or part of a Jewish family, reciting creative prayers, learning inspiring texts, and enjoying each other’s company.
Or Ami Village
Docent-led Exhibit Tour of “Archetypes and Visions in Light and Glass” by artist Narcissus Quagliata at Forest Lawn, Glendale
Sunday, March 9 – 10:45 am to 12:00 pm PT (Forest Lawn Memorial Park – 1712 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale)
Narcissus Quagliata is one of the most influential figures in art glass in the last 50 years. From technical advances in glass fusing, to radical stylistic innovations, Narcissus Quagliata has been instrumental in moving stained glass beyond ecclesiastical and domestic settings and into the realms of public art and avant-garde studio practices for contemporary fine art. The exhibition will feature artworks that span more than five decades, including works of art from his “Locked Out” series, which directly addresses issues of homelessness.
Free admission & parking • Carpools will be arranged
Or Ami Village
Pre-Seder Dairy Potluck with Rabbi Lana
Sunday, April 6 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm PT (In-Person)
• Be Inspired
• Share Recipes
• Get Ideas for Your Seder
Let us know if you’d like to volunteer on our Seder Committee
More Info and Registration to Come