Shabbat Unplugged
2025-12-05 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 300 N Clark Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, United States
Temple Emanuel’s signature in-the-round service features uplifting music, meditation, and poetry.
Visit tebh.org/shabbatservices to learn more.

Sisterhood Havdalah Gathering
2025-12-06 16:00 - 18:30
Join the Sisterhood Saturday, December 6th, from 4:00–6:30 PM for a warm, sensory-rich pre-Havdalah gathering as we bring back stop and smell the spices together. Before our community Havdalah Sound Bath led by Rabbi Aaron, we’ll enjoy light refreshments, sweet wine tasting, and two hands-on activities: creating your own Havdalah spice bags and a set of homemade hanukkah candles.
For more information and RSVP, Visit tebh.org/spices/
To get involved, please email us at Sisterhood@tebh.org.

Hebrew U For You
2025-12-09 17:00 - 18:00
Email Karen@tebh.org for more information.

"Choose To Live" Theme Class
2025-12-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
“Choosing Life in Morocco: A Jewish Journey”
Come along with Cantor Lizzie Weiss as she shares stories and discoveries from her recent clergy trip to Morocco. From ancient Jewish roots to the lively traditions of today, learn why Morocco’s Jewish history is not only fascinating—but also deeply relevant for all of us. Get ready to explore with your eyes and ears too! Cantor Weiss will show photos and videos that capture the sights, sounds, and spirit of her Moroccan journey.

Shabbat Spark Dinner
2025-12-12 17:30 - 18:15
Join us for a Spark Dinner on December 12 at 5:30 p.m. before the Shabbat Spark service.
Enjoy a Shabbat dinner with your community!
Members
$15 ages 4-17
$25 per person ages 18 and up
Non-Members
$40 per person ages 4 and up
Ages 3 and below are complimentary

Tickets can be purchased here.

Shabbat Spark
2025-12-12 18:15 - 20:00
Join us for this family friendly Shabbat service at 6:15 p.m. You can RSVP for the 5:30 p.m. dinner at tebh.org/sparkdinner.

Community Hanukkah Candle Lighting / Party
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00
First Night of HANUKKAH Community CANDLE LIGHTING
On Sunday, December 14, gather with our clergy for a joyful Hanukkah candle lighting at 4 p.m. 🕎Everyone is welcome to the lighting!
We’ll begin in the courtyard with a warm and welcoming candle lighting ceremony.
After the lighting, the celebration continues in the Social Hall with activities for all, including:

✨ Bounce House

🎨 Face Painting

🎯 Pin the Candle on the Dreidel

✂️ Hanukkah Keepsake Crafts

🥔 Latkes, jelly doughnuts & other festive snacks

🎶 Music and community fun
If you’d like to stay for the celebration that follows, please register in advance.

Register Here

Free for Members

$18 for Non-Members

Free for Children Ages 2 & Under

YoPro Hanukkah Celebration
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a festive Hanukkah YoPro Celebration on Sunday, December 16 from 6:00–8:00 PM in the Temple Emanuel Chapel! Enjoy an evening of cookie decorating, wine and cheese, and warm holiday connection. Open to young professionals of all backgrounds. $18 for YoPro members | $36 for non-members. Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with community and joy!

Pillar Reception
2025-12-19 18:00 - 19:00
As we approach Hanukkah — the Festival of Lights and a celebration whose very name means “dedication” — we are reminded of our Pillars. Their steadfast dedication and generosity kindle the light of our temple community, helping it shine brightly year after year.
We invite our Pillar Members to join us for a Pillars Happy Hour Reception on Friday, December 19, at 6 p.m., followed by a joyful L.A. Oneg Hanukkah Shabbat led by Cantor Lizzie Weiss, Rabbi Jonathan Aaron, and Rabbi Liora Alban. During the service, our clergy will offer a special blessing for our Pillars—a heartfelt expression of appreciation for all they make possible. Current Pillar Members must RSVP in advance to Tannaz at tannaz@tebh.org.

L.A. Oneg Hanukkah
2025-12-19 19:15 - 20:30
Start your evening with the oneg, and let the prayers serve as the dessert. This intimate, candle-lit service is a beautiful way to welcome the Sabbath. Join Cantor Weiss and talented musicians Nathan Heldman, Noam Israeli, and Daniel Raijman for an unforgettable experience. The service will begin at 7:15 p.m.

Latkes & Lo Mein
2025-12-24 18:00 - 21:00
Join the Temple Emanuel clergy for our annual concert & dinner, plus the release of our newest album, Am Yisrael Chai.
$30 per person for members, $45 for non-members. 10 and under complimentary
RSVP HERE

Christmas
2025-12-25

Shabbat Evening @ Home
2025-12-26 18:15 - 19:15 | Zoom
Join our temple clergy for Shabbat Friday evening services, hosted by Emanuel, on Zoom only.

Please note: There will be no in-person services, and the service will not be streamed on Facebook or YouTube. Email Kelley@tebh.org for the Zoom link.

Shabbat Morning @ Home Text Study
2025-12-27 10:00 - 11:30
Join our temple clergy for Shabbat Saturday Morning services, hosted by Emanuel, on Zoomonly.

Please note: There will be no in-person services, and the service will not be streamed on Facebook or YouTube.
Email Kelley@tebh.org for the zoom link.

New Year's Day
2026-01-01 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-01-01

Shabbat Unplugged
2026-01-02 18:15 - 19:45, 2026-02-06 18:15 - 19:45
See you tonight for Shabbat Unplugged. Learn more about our services here.

Simply Shabbat
2026-01-09 18:15 - 19:30, 2026-01-23 18:15 - 19:30
Join us in the chapel for Simply Shabbat.
Visit tebh.org/shabbatservices to learn more.

From Baghdad to Brooklyn
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00
From Baghdad to Brooklyn is Michelle Azar’s heartfelt and humorous one-woman journey through ancestry, identity, and Jewish life. Exploring how two distinct ancestral cultures shape her life’s path and her relationship to all things Jewish, the play travels from Baghdad to Brooklyn, Poland, and Israel, weaving deep sentiment with wit and warmth. Illuminating a family’s story across generations, the piece blends storytelling with live music by master oud Yoni Battat and renowned pianist Elizabeth Yaron, the show’s original musical arranger and a beloved longtime accompanist at Temple Emanuel. Directed by award winning director and Temple Emanuel member, Brian Kite, this intimate and expansive personal family tale set within a rich historical landscape is ultimately universal, resonant, and redemptive.
Written and Performed by Michelle Azar
Directed by Brian Kite
Yoni Battat and Elizabeth Yaron

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Shabbat @ Factor's
2026-01-16 18:15 - 20:30 | Factor’s Famous Deli, 9420 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Shabbat at Factor’s Famous Deli
Friday, January 16
6:15 p.m. – Seating open to all

Join us for a flavorful twist on Shabbat this Friday evening at Factor’s Famous Deli! This is not your traditional Shabbat service, but our cherished Shabbat meal together in community. The clergy will lead us in light Shabbat prayers, a spirited song session (lyrics provided!), and a moment to honor loved ones with Kaddish.
Dinner’s on you, prayers on us. Come hungry for connection, meaning, and some really good deli.
Even better — 15% of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Temple Emanuel’s schools, so your meal helps nourish our future too.
Click Here for RSVP — and if you sign up, please show up!

Martin Luther King's Birthday
2026-01-19 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-01-19

Spark Shira Shabbat
2026-01-30 18:15 - 19:45 | 300 N Clark Dr, Beverly Hills, CA, United States
Join us on January 30 for our Shabbat Spark Shirah Dinner and Service.Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by services at 6:15 p.m..
Members
$15 ages 4-17
$25 per person ages 18 and up
Non-Members
$45 per person ages 4 and up
Ages 3 and below are complimentary
RSVP HERE

Men's Club Presents: An Evening With Mayor Sharona Nazarian
2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:30
We are honored to host The Honorable Mayor Sharona Nazarian, Mayor of Beverly Hills. Mayor Nazarian is a distinguished community leader, recognized for her many accomplishments, including the creation of the BHPD Live Link and BH Fire Watch initiatives. She has also been a strong advocate in the fight against antisemitism and has received numerous prestigious awards for her leadership and service to the community.
We warmly invite our members—and the broader community—to join us for this special evening.Please click here to RSVP at your earliest convenience.
We look forward to seeing you there.

YoPro Happy Hour
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for our next YoPro Happy Hour on Thursday, February 12, at 6 p.m. at a local bar in West Hollywood! It’s a relaxed evening of drinks, great conversation, and networking with other young professionals in our community
Requested contributions to attend:

Temple Members: $16

Non-Members: $22

RSVP required — location details will be shared upon registration.

Simply Shabbat with Guest Speaker Randy Schwab
2026-02-13 18:15 - 19:30
Join us for a special Simply Shabbat featuring guest speaker Randy Schwab, General Manager of Mount Sinai Memorial Parks & Mortuaries.
Mr. Schwab joined Mount Sinai Memorial Parks & Mortuaries in 2021 and currently serves as its General Manager. During his tenure, he has been instrumental in developing significant new areas across the parks, including the construction of the first dedicated Tahara room, the new chapel and administration building at the Hollywood Hills location, and a dedicated Green Burial area at the Simi Valley location, Teva.
He has also played a key role in reimagining the organization’s community grants program, which now provides more than $500,000 annually to synagogues and Jewish community organizations in support of Jewish life throughout Los Angeles.
Prior to joining Mount Sinai, Mr. Schwab served for 10 years as Chief Executive Officer of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles. Before becoming CEO, he spent five years as Executive Director of Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles. Mr. Schwab currently serves on the Board of Los Angeles Jewish Health (The Jewish Home) and the Board of Sinai Temple.

Visit tebh.org/shabbatservices to learn more.

St. Valentine's Day
2026-02-14

Mitzvah Corps: Sandwich Making
2026-02-14 12:15 - 14:00
Make a Meal. Make a Mitzvah.
For the past five years, our Mitzvah Corps has faithfully prepared lunches for the Hollywood Food Coalition. In the past six months—since the fires began—an incredible group of volunteers has stepped up every weekend to make 200 lunches each week.
Now, we need more helping hands to keep this mitzvah going strong.
Interested in volunteering? Email mitzvah@tebh.org for details.
If you’re unable to volunteer but would still like to support, we welcome donations toward essential items like bread, condiments, and snacks.
Every contribution helps us feed our neighbors in need.
