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JKidLA does its very best to bring you the most current information about school, camp and cultural programming for families in Jewish LA, however, it is always a good idea to confirm dates and times with the host organizations. Please note that some programs require RSVPs while others do not. Should you need assistance with reservations, have questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to call; we’re always happy to help.

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Open Art Studio

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Tuesdays at 3PM & Wednesdays at 11AM; Open Art Studio is a relaxing place to explore your inner...read more Ongoing Tuesdays at 3PM & Wednesdays at 11AM; Open Art Studio is a relaxing place to explore your inner artist! Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8989; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048 Website: http://www.zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8989

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Puppet Story Play-A-Long

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Tuesdays at 11AM & Wednesdays at 3PM, 2011; Taking place in Zimmer's very own puppet theatre,...read more Ongoing Tuesdays at 11AM & Wednesdays at 3PM, 2011; Taking place in Zimmer's very own puppet theatre, every person and puppet is part of the story! Feel free to bring your own favorite puppet, but don't worry, we'll have plenty to share! Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Sensation City

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Wednesdays, February 22nd-March 14th, 2012; 9:15-10AM; Especially for crawlers, this class encourages...read more Wednesdays, February 22nd-March 14th, 2012; 9:15-10AM; Especially for crawlers, this class encourages the natural tactile exploration of babies and toddlers through structured sensory activities. From smooth to silky to fuzzy to rough, children will celebrate diverse textures through visits to different parts of our "city." Member Cost: $40/series or $10 per class: Non-Member Cost: $60/series or $15 per class. Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Zimmer Children's Museum VIB (Very Important Babies) Hour!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Wednesdays from 9-10AM; Exclusively for the under 2 crowd! Tiny tykes and their caregivers can...read more Ongoing Wednesdays from 9-10AM; Exclusively for the under 2 crowd! Tiny tykes and their caregivers can enjoy the museum in a more relaxed setting, giving both kids and adults more room to breathe (and crawl and climb). Adult admission rates apply. As this hour’s intention is to create a safe, comfortable play space for our youngest visitors, we ask families with older siblings to join us for regular museum hours at 10AM. Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Beth Shir Shalom Early Childhood Center Tours

    • Location: Santa Monica
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, starting February 21st and continuing through March 29th, 2012; 10AM;...read more Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, starting February 21st and continuing through March 29th, 2012; 10AM; Come explore the Beth Shir Shalom Early Childhood Center! Please RSVP; best to leave the kids at home. Contact Person: Cynthia Barzilai; Email: cynthia.barzilai@bethshirshalom.org; Phone: (310) 829-2517; Address: 1827 California Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90403; Website: http://bethshirshalom.org read less
    • Contact Email: cynthia.barzilai@bethshirshalom.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 829-2517

    • Conejo Valley Friendship Circle Presents: Rock Climbing

    • Location: Calabasas
    • Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
    • Description: Wednesday, February 22, March 30, April 27, May 25, 2012, from 4-5pm. Do you sometimes feel like your...read more Wednesday, February 22, March 30, April 27, May 25, 2012, from 4-5pm. Do you sometimes feel like your kids are "climbing the walls" or at least seem ready to do so? Well here's an opportunity for them to do just that with walls other than your home! At the Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, the Friendship Circle hosts special rock climbing sessions on an indoor wall on the last Wednesday of every month. It's fun challenging, and completely safe with professional supervision at all times. No fee. Reservation required. 818-865-2233. Location: Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas, CA 91301. http://www.friendshipcircleca.org read less
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    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Bubbles!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Thursdays at 3PM; Get ready for a poppin’ good time as we explore all the wonderful things about...read more Ongoing Thursdays at 3PM; Get ready for a poppin’ good time as we explore all the wonderful things about bubbles! Blow your friends away with a variety of bubble-making items to create bubbles of all shapes and sizes! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Storytime in Bubbie's Bookstore!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Thursdays at 11AM; The Zimmer is committed to BIG IDEAS that promote global citizenship and creating...read more Ongoing Thursdays at 11AM; The Zimmer is committed to BIG IDEAS that promote global citizenship and creating a better world. Join us for classic and contemporary children’s stories that help us learn about ourselves and others and how we can make our world a better place. Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8989; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://www.zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8989

    • Temple Judea ECC Open House

    • Location: Tarzana
    • Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
    • Description: Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 9:30AM. Come learn more about Temple Judea ECC! Please call the ECC office...read more Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 9:30AM. Come learn more about Temple Judea ECC! Please call the ECC office at 818 342 3840 to RSVP. 5429 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana. http://templejudea.com/ read less
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    • Abraham Joshua Heschel Presents: Lailah Tov Yeladim/Goodnight Children

    • Location: Northridge
    • Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
    • Description: Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. Please join us if you have a child who will be five...read more Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. Please join us if you have a child who will be five by the start of school next year and are interested in a fabulous Kindergarten Program. You will have an opportunity to meet our Kindergarten team, listen to a story, sing some songs, make a Judaic keepsake, and enjoy a pizza dinner. Please RSVP to Lara Martin 818.3685781 ext. 510 or Lara.Martin@heschel.com. 17701 Devonshire Street, Northridge, CA 91325. http://www.heschel.com read less
    • Contact Email: lara.martin@heschel.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 368-5781 ext. 510

    • Temple Isaiah Preschool: Prospective Family Tours

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
    • Description: Thursdays, February 23rd and May 10th, 2012; 9:45AM; Come explore Temple Isaiah Preschool! Contact...read more Thursdays, February 23rd and May 10th, 2012; 9:45AM; Come explore Temple Isaiah Preschool! Contact Person: Rivkie Blau; Email: rivkie@templeisaiah.com; Phone: (310) 553-3552; Address: 10345 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Website: http://templeisaiah.com read less
    • Contact Email: rivkie@templeisaiah.com
    • Contact Phone: (310) 553-3552

    • Temple Beth Am: Family Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Dinner

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, February 24th, 2012; 5:30PM; Join the families of Temple Beth Am for a lively Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv...read more Friday, February 24th, 2012; 5:30PM; Join the families of Temple Beth Am for a lively Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv service led by Rabbi Susan Leider and beloved ECC teacher Francine Farkas. Congregants sing, dance and welcome Shabbat with much joy and spirit! The service is open to all but please reserve for the Shabbat dinner following services. Future Dates: 3/30. Contact Hilary Wolf; Email: hwolf@tbala.org; Phone: (310) 652-7354 x251; Address: 1055 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://tbala.org read less
    • Contact Email: hwolf@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x251

    • Valley Beth Shalom Tot Shabbat Services

    • Location: Encino
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 24, 2012. 10:00am - 11:00am. Every second and fourth Saturday of each month. Celebrate...read more Saturday, February 24, 2012. 10:00am - 11:00am. Every second and fourth Saturday of each month. Celebrate Shabbat with your little ones at VBS Tot Shabbat. Tot Shabbat services are lead by our talented musicians Julie Lockman and Cindy Paley-Aboody and feature a story by one of the Rabbis. Tots sing, clap, and dance with their parents while learning the Shabbat morning service. Following services a light lunch is served. Many families stay after lunch and bring their kids to one of the playgrounds for Shabbat play. For more information, please call 818-788-6000. 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino, 91436, http://www.vbs.org. read less
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    • University Synagogue: Kinder Shabbat for Preschool Children & Their Families

    • Location: Los Angeles (Brentwood)
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6-7PM; These wonderful, joyful services are for preschool children and their...read more Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6-7PM; These wonderful, joyful services are for preschool children and their families. They last approximately 20-25 minutes and are almost all singing! An Oneg Shabbat follows, where a "finger-food" buffet is offered by our parents. Come join us and experience the community of University Synagogue's Early Childhood Learning Center! This service takes place on the 4th Friday of every month. Contact Person: Elaine Rosenfield; Email: erosenfield@unisyn.org; Phone: (310) 472-0603; Address: 11960 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles (Brentwood), CA 90049; Website: http://unisyn.org read less
    • Contact Email: erosenfield@unisyn.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 472-0603

    • Temple Israel of Hollywood: Friday Evening Shabbat Program for Kids

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Fridays: 6:30-7:45PM; Drop off your school-aged child for a rich Shabbat experience while you enjoy the...read more Fridays: 6:30-7:45PM; Drop off your school-aged child for a rich Shabbat experience while you enjoy the adult service. This program takes place every Friday evening. Contact Person: Sherry Fredman; Email: sherry@tioh.org; Address: 7300 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046; Website: http://tioh.org read less
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    • Sinai Temple Preschool - Douglas Family ECC: Friday Morning Tours!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Fridays during the school year; 10AM; Please join Tracy Schatz, Director of Sinai Temple Preschool,...read more Ongoing Fridays during the school year; 10AM; Please join Tracy Schatz, Director of Sinai Temple Preschool, for an informal chat and tour of the Early Childhood Center. Tours take place every Friday at 10AM. RSVPs appreciated! Contact Person: Tracy Schatz; Email: tschatz@sinaiakiba.org; Phone: (310) 481-3270; Address: 10400 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90024; Website: http://sinaiakiba.org read less
    • Contact Email: tschatz@sinaiakiba.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 481-3270

    • Fridays at the Zimmer!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Fridays: Sing-a-long at 11AM; Freeze Dance at 1PM; Join us! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email:...read more Ongoing Fridays: Sing-a-long at 11AM; Freeze Dance at 1PM; Join us! Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Temple Beth Hillel Presents: Tot Shabbat

    • Location: Valley Village
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, February 24, March 23, April 27, May 25, and June 22, 2012. at 7:00pm. Celebrate Shabbat with...read more Friday, February 24, March 23, April 27, May 25, and June 22, 2012. at 7:00pm. Celebrate Shabbat with your Tot! Please join Temple Beth Hillel in Valley Village for Tot Shabbat on the fourth Friday of each month. There’s always a brief service, a story and lots of singing with an oneg following the service. We invite you to join us! For more information, please call (818) 763-9148. 12326 Riverside Drive, Valley Village, CA 91607. Website: http://www.tbhla.org. read less
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    • Contact Phone: (818) 763-9148

    • Congregation Tikvat Jacob: Tot Shabbat!

    • Location: Manhattan Beach
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6:15PM; Join Cantor Beth and Rabbi Carrie for a special service geared toward...read more Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6:15PM; Join Cantor Beth and Rabbi Carrie for a special service geared toward 2 - 6 year olds, their siblings, and parents. Please let us know by Thursday, February 23rd if you're planning on joining us - we can only do the service if we have a group! Email: rabbi.carrie@ctjmb.org; Address: 1829 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; Website: http://www.ctjmb.org/ read less
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    • Temple Adat Elohim Invites the Community to Jewish Disabilities Month Shabbat

    • Location: Thousand Oaks
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, Feb. 24, 2012 at 7:30pm. Celebrate the 4th annual Jewish Disability Awareness Month. Among both...read more Friday, Feb. 24, 2012 at 7:30pm. Celebrate the 4th annual Jewish Disability Awareness Month. Among both youth and adult guest speakers will be eight-year-old congregant Joshua Goldenberg, who will chart his groundbreaking success in bringing Braille to grocery stores shelves locally and nationally. Temple Adat Elohim is a warm and welcoming community that invites diversity in its membership and programs. http://www.adatelohim.org read less
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    • Temple Aliyah Presents Shabbat Club!

    • Location: Woodland Hills
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 24, 2012 at 11:00am. Join us for a Tot Shabbat program for children 2-5 years old....read more Saturday, February 24, 2012 at 11:00am. Join us for a Tot Shabbat program for children 2-5 years old. "Kid"ush, for children in grades 1st - 3rd and Chaverim for children in grades 4th - 6th. Includes Kiddush Shabbat Club Lunch and afternoon activities. Singing, prayer, Fun & Fitness, Drama, Hanging with friends, Everything you love about camp at Shabbat! Please call Lori or Jo Ann for more information at (818) 346-3545 or email lorim@templealiyah.org. 6025 Valley Circle Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. http://www.templealiyah.org read less
    • Contact Email: lorim@templealiyah.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 346-3545

    • Temple Isaiah 4th Fridays! (For Families with Children 3-8)

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Friday, February 24, 2012
    • Description: Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6PM; An engaging Shabbat experience geared toward families with younger...read more Friday, February 24th, 2012; 6PM; An engaging Shabbat experience geared toward families with younger children, followed by an oneg Shabbat with finger foods and Temple Isaiah's famous cholent! Parents and grandparents welcome! This service takes place on the fourth Friday of every month. Phone: (310) 277-2772; Address: 10345 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Website: http://templeisaiah.com read less
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    • Temple Beth Am USY (7th-12th): Regional Gym Night

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 8-11PM; Meet at Temple Beth Am! Contact Person: Alana Levitt; Email: alevitt@tbala.org; Phone:...read more Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 8-11PM; Meet at Temple Beth Am! Contact Person: Alana Levitt; Email: alevitt@tbala.org; Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212; Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://pressmanacademy.org/youth read less
    • Contact Email: alevitt@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212

    • Temple Israel of Hollywood's TOTally Tot Shabbat!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 9:45AM; Using traditional prayers focusing on the central themes of Shabbat,...read more Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 9:45AM; Using traditional prayers focusing on the central themes of Shabbat, the Tot Shabbat service offers a special time for families with very young children. Everyone is encouraged to sing and participate in the traditional movements that accompany many of the prayers, allowing children to enjoy and experience directly the joyful celebration of their sacred heritage. For children 0-5 and their families! Future Dates: 3/24; 4/21 and 5/19. Contact Person: Sherry Fredman; Email: sherry@tioh.org; Phone: (323) 876-8330; Address: 7300 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046; Website: http://tioh.org read less
    • Contact Email: sherry@tioh.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 876-8330

    • Beth Chayim Chadashim: Ohr Chayim (Light of Our Life) Family Education Program/Shabbat Service

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 10AM; Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim sustains a Jewish community for...read more Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 10AM; Congregation Beth Chayim Chadashim sustains a Jewish community for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Jews, while welcoming all who wish to make community with them. Ohr Chayim (Light of Our Lives) is BCC's Family Education Program for children ages 5+ and their parents. Families will learn to read Hebrew phonetically, read and sing Shabbat prayers, learn about Jewish holidays and Torah. At 11:15AM, parents retreat for an adult class and discussion with the BCC clergy and guest teachers. At 12PM, all join together for a family Shabbat service. Ohr Chayim takes place every week except for the third Saturday of the month. Contact Person: Leah Zimmerman; Email: leah@bcc-la.org; Phone: (323) 931-7023 x255; Address: 6090 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://www.bcc-la.org read less
    • Contact Email: leah@bcc-la.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 931-7023 x255

    • Kehillat Ma'arav "KM Kids" Tot Shabbat! (For Kids 2-6)

    • Location: Santa Monica
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Saturdays; 11AM; Children sing, dance and take part in Shabbat activities! Open to the community;...read more Ongoing Saturdays; 11AM; Children sing, dance and take part in Shabbat activities! Open to the community; please join us! Contact Person: Kathie Rose; Email: kathierose@km-synagogue.org; Phone: (310) 829-0566; Address: 1715 21st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404; Website: http://km-synagogue.org read less
    • Contact Email: kathierose@km-synagogue.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 829-0566

    • Temple Beth Am: Havah Narishah!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 10AM; From the Purim song, meaning "Come, let's make noise together!"...read more Saturday, February 25th, 2012; 10AM; From the Purim song, meaning "Come, let's make noise together!" Beth Am's newest minyan invites you and your family to join this traditional, innovative, mostly lay-led minyan. Havah Narishah includes melodies old and new, daveners of all ages and abilities, and opportunities for multigenerational learning with members of our community, including Rabbi Kligfeld and Rabbi Leider. Un-kiddush starts at 10AM followed by davening at 10:30AM. Future dates; 3/10 & 24; 4/14 & 28; 5/12 & 26; 6/9 (picnic at La Cienega Park). Email: info@havanarishah.org; Phone: (310) 652-7353; Address: 1055 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://www.tbala.org/page.cfm?p=1488 read less
    • Contact Email: info@havanarishah.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7353

    • Kehillat Ma'arav Shabbat Club (For Kids 7-12)

    • Location: Santa Monica
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Saturdays; 10:30AM; Our weekly Shabbat program for children 7-12 embraces the ritual of Shabbat...read more Ongoing Saturdays; 10:30AM; Our weekly Shabbat program for children 7-12 embraces the ritual of Shabbat and the weekly Torah portion. Open to the community; please join us! Contact Person: Kathie Rose; Email: kathierose@km-synagogue.org; Phone: (310) 829-0566; Address: 1715 21st St., Santa Monica, CA 90404; Website: http://km-synagogue.org read less
    • Contact Email: kathierose@km-synagogue.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 829-0566

    • Skirball Cultural Center: Family Art Studio

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012
    • Description: Last Saturday & Sunday of the month, 2012; Starting in January 2012, the Skirball’s drop-in art studio...read more Last Saturday & Sunday of the month, 2012; Starting in January 2012, the Skirball’s drop-in art studio opens its doors on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month! Create artful objects from unique repurposed and recycled materials in the spirit of Noah’s Ark. Each weekend features a project that will inspire the whole family to think creatively and work together. Drop in anytime during regular Museum hours (last entry at 4:30 p.m.) All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Email: info@skirball.org; Phone: (310) 440-4500; Address: 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049; Website: http://www.skirball.org/programs/for-families read less
    • Contact Email: info@skirball.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 440-4500

    • Friendship Circle: Basketball Club for Boys with Special Needs

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 11:15AM-12:45PM; Located at YULA Boys School, this Friendship Circle LA...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 11:15AM-12:45PM; Located at YULA Boys School, this Friendship Circle LA program is for boys ages 7 and up. Run by volunteer Jack Gindi, it will focus on basketball skills, teamwork and of course, friendship! Families and volunteers, please RSVP: Contact Person: Miriam Rav-Noy; Email: info@fcla.org; Address: 9760 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://fcla.org read less
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    • Friendship Circle LA: Sunday Circle for Children with Special Needs

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 11:30AM-1:30PM; Sunday Circle enables you to leave your child (ages 5-18)...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 11:30AM-1:30PM; Sunday Circle enables you to leave your child (ages 5-18) in the hands of qualified professionals and loving volunteers. Your child and their special friends spend two wonderful hours together enjoying music, art, baking, storytime and sports. Future dates: 3/4; 3/11; 4/22; 4/29; 5/6. Contact Person: Chanie; Email: chanie@fcla.org; Phone: (310) 277-3252; Address: 9581 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://fcla.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@fcla.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 277-3252

    • Slavin Family Children's Library: READ with Educational Assistance Dogs!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 2:30-4PM; Attention young readers! Sign up for a 15 minute time-slot with...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 2:30-4PM; Attention young readers! Sign up for a 15 minute time-slot with a PAWS4Healing Reading Educational Assistance Dog. Practice your reading while cuddling up to a friendly dog, or just come and play! Free! Future date: 4/15. Contact Person: Amy Muscoplat; Phone: (323) 761-8648; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://www.bjela.org/Early_Education/Childrens_Library/Children_s_Library/ read less
    • Contact Email: slavinlibrary@bjela.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8648

    • Zimmer Children's Museum Family Program: Masquerade Parade

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 3-4PM; Let the festivities begin! Purim is just around the corner and Mardi...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 3-4PM; Let the festivities begin! Purim is just around the corner and Mardi Gras has just passed, but we’re still celebrating. We’re making noise makers and feathery masks, and we’ll be parading down mainstreet! This Sunday drop-in program is free (with paid museum admission). Admission rates are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 2 and over. Children under 2 are free, and Grandparents are free on Tuesdays. Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; Email: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8984; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8984

    • Temple Emanuel: Rosh Hodesh: It's a Girl Thing!

    • Location: Beverly Hills
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012: 4-5:30PM: Join Rabbi Sara Mason-Barkin and the 6th/7th grade girls of Temple...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012: 4-5:30PM: Join Rabbi Sara Mason-Barkin and the 6th/7th grade girls of Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills for a very special program that takes place at the beginning of every month. "Rosh Hodesh- It's a Girl Thing" is a national movement that seeks to keep healthy girls healthy by giving them an outlet to express themselves artistically, emotionally and Jewishly. Each month, this group tackles contemporary issues together through the lens of Jewish tradition. Future 2011/2012 dates: 3/25; 4/22; 5/20. Cost: $180 Members; $218; Non-Members; Contact Person: Rabbi Sara Mason-Barkin; Email: rabbimasonbarkin@tebh.org; Phone: (310) 288-3737 X 257; Address: 8844 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Website: http://tebh.org read less
    • Contact Email: rabbimasonbarkin@tebh.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 288-3737 X 257

    • Temple Emanuel: "Emanuel Yeladim!" (Pre-K Religious School for 3-4 Year Olds & Their Parents)

    • Location: Beverly Hills
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 9-11:30AM; Emanuel Yeladim is a fun, interactive program that takes place...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 9-11:30AM; Emanuel Yeladim is a fun, interactive program that takes place on Sundays once a month and is designed especially for 3-4 year olds and their parents. Come join us and learn about Jewish holidays, music, art & synagogue life! Temple membership is not required to participate! 2011/2012 Dates: 2/26; 3/11; 5/15; 5/20. Cost: $230 per child; Contact Person: Kelley Courtney; Email: kelley@tebh.org; Phone: (310) 288-3737 x257; Address: 8844 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Website: http;//tebh.org read less
    • Contact Email: kelley@tebh.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 288-3737 x257

    • City Purim Carnivals, Street Fairs, Shpiels, Festivities 2/26/12!

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    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: SiHi at Sinai Temple: Pre-Purim Party! 10AM-1PM; Come help give USY’s Hevrah students a Purim to remember! Face...read more SiHi at Sinai Temple: Pre-Purim Party! 10AM-1PM; Come help give USY’s Hevrah students a Purim to remember! Face painting and games! Art projects! Delicious food! Hear the story of Purim retold! (310) 481-3273 or Natalie@sinaitemple.org. read less
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    • Conejo Valley Friendship Circle Presents: Teen Fitness Club

    • Location: Oak Park
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26, April 22, May 6, June 3, 2012, from 11am-12pm. In response to popular demand on...read more Sunday, February 26, April 22, May 6, June 3, 2012, from 11am-12pm. In response to popular demand on the part of parents of teenagers with special needs who have outgrown the Miracle Sports League, the Friendship Circle is inaugurating a new fitness program for special needs boys and girls between the ages of 13 and 17. Meeting on a designated Sunday once every month, the teens will enjoy a full range of specially customized workouts under the guidance and supervision of professional trainers and instructors. Activities will include cardio exercises, weight training, Yoga, calisthenics, and aerobics. Machine workouts will include treadmills, stationary bikes, stair-steppers and elliptical machines. Location: Total Body Fitness, 618 Lindero Canyon Road | Suite B, Oak Park, CA 91377. http://www.friendshipcircleca.org/ read less
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    • Camp JCA Shalom Open House and Tours for Summer 2012

    • Location: Malibu
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26, 11am -4pm. March 18, 2012. Or for a private tour, Please call the camp office....read more Sunday, February 26, 11am -4pm. March 18, 2012. Or for a private tour, Please call the camp office. Join us in the Beautiful Santa Monica Mountains in Malibu. Take a hike and tour our amazing camp. For more information, please contact Joel or Allison at (818)989-5500 or joel@shalominsitute or allison@shalominstitiute.com. 34342 Mulholland Hwy. Malibu, 90265. http://www.campjcashalom.com. read less
    • Contact Email: joel@shalominstitute.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 889-5500

    • Camp Ramah Prospective Family Tour

    • Location: Ojai
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 1PM; Get a "feel" for camp activities, get a look inside a cabin, meet staff,...read more Sunday, February 26th, 2012; 1PM; Get a "feel" for camp activities, get a look inside a cabin, meet staff, get all your questions answered! Please RSVP to Karmi at karmi@ramah.org; Address: , Ojai, CA 93024; Website: http://ramah.org read less
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    • Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Presents: Boker Tov Yeladim

    • Location: Northridge
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 10-11:30AM. Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School invites you and your family...read more Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 10-11:30AM. Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School invites you and your family to Boker Tov Yeladim (Good Morning Children). If you have a child who will be four be the start of school next year and are interested in a fabulous Transitional Kindergarten Program, please join us! You will have an opportunity to meet our TK team, enjoy a light breakfast, and participate in an arts and crafts project. Please RSVP to Lara Martin 818.368.5781 ext. 510 or Lara.Martin@heschel.com. 17701 Devonshire Street, Northridge, CA 91325. Website: http://www.heschel.com. read less
    • Contact Email: lara.martin@heschel.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 488-8164

    • WJCC: JCC Maccabi Games 2012 - Tryouts!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: For Jewish teen athletes ages 13-16: come be part of the largest Jewish teen program in the world! This...read more For Jewish teen athletes ages 13-16: come be part of the largest Jewish teen program in the world! This year's competition is taking place in Houston & Memphis during the week of August 5th-10th, 2012, Tryouts dates are as follows: Sunday, February 26th: 3-5PM; Boys Basketball 14U & 16U; Boys Baseball 16U; Wednesday, March 7th: Boys & Girls Swimming 14U & 16U (e-mail to set up time); Sunday, March 11th: 10AM-12PM; Boys Basketball 14U & 16U; Girls Volleyball 16U; Sunday, March 18th: 10AM-12PM; Boys Basketball 14U & 16U; Girls Volleyball 16U; Dates TBA: Boys & Girls Soccer 16U; Boys & Girls Tennis 14U & 16U; Please call Elizabeth Green for more information; Email: ekgreen@westsidejcc.org; Phone: (323) 556-5203; Address: 5870 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Website: http://westsidejcc.org read less
    • Contact Email: ekgreen@westsidejcc.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 556-5203

    • Conejo Valley Friendship Circle Presents: Making Music

    • Location: Westlake Village,
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sunday, February 26 and June 3, 2012. 5-6PM. Making Music is a program designed to reach children on...read more Sunday, February 26 and June 3, 2012. 5-6PM. Making Music is a program designed to reach children on a level that transcends external challenges and limitations. As the "language of the soul", music can help children strengthen bonds, gain self-esteem, develop motor skills and grow to be independent thinkers. Directed and supervised by professionals and joined along by our teen volunteers, "Making Music" is as enriching as it is fun. This program is also open to siblings of children with special needs who may want to play alongside their brother or sister. For more information, please call (818) 865-2233. 2524 Townsgate Rd. Suite H, Westlake Village, CA 91361. http://www.friendshipcircleca.org read less
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    • Camp Alonim: 2012 Sunday Open Houses

    • Location: Brandeis
    • Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012
    • Description: Sundays, February 26th, March 18th & April 22nd; 1-3PM; Sunday, May 20th; Time TBD; Email: alonim@ajula.edu; Phone:...read more Sundays, February 26th, March 18th & April 22nd; 1-3PM; Sunday, May 20th; Time TBD; Email: alonim@ajula.edu; Phone: (877) 225-6646; Address: 1101 Peppertree Lane, Brandeis, CA 93064; Website: http://alonim.com read less
    • Contact Email: alonim@ajula.edu
    • Contact Phone: (877) 225-6646

    • Adat Ari El Reggio Emilia Parent Education Evening

    • Location: Valley Village
    • Date: Monday, February 27, 2012
    • Description: Monday, February 27 and Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 7:30pm. Come learn why the Reggio Emilia Curriculum...read more Monday, February 27 and Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 7:30pm. Come learn why the Reggio Emilia Curriculum philosophy is sweeping the country. Adat Ari El is now one of the premier Early Childhood Centers focusing on the Reggio Emilia approach to learning. Educators from around the city come to learn from us. We make learning meaningful to children and visible to parents. This event is free. Refreshments will be served. 12020 Burbank Boulevard, Valley Village, Ca 91607. For more information, contact Beryl at 818-766-6379 or bstrauss@adatariel.org. http://www.adatariel.org read less
    • Contact Email: bstrauss@adatariel.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 766-6379

    • Adat Shalom ECC: Morning Meditation & Yoga for Preschool Parents!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Monday, February 27, 2012
    • Description: Ongoing Mondays through the school year; 9:15-10:30AM; Join the parents of Adat Shalom's ECC for Monday...read more Ongoing Mondays through the school year; 9:15-10:30AM; Join the parents of Adat Shalom's ECC for Monday morning meditation and yoga! Only $5 per session for non-members; includes ECC Director Eva's famous smoothies! Bring a yoga mat and towel. Absolute beginners & all levels welcome. If you're going for the first time, please call Eva to let her know! Contact Person: Eva Wysocki; Email: eva@adatshalomla.org; Phone: (310) 475-4985; Address: 3030 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034; Website: http://adatshalomecc.com read less
    • Contact Email: eva@adatshalomla.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 475-4985

    • Adat Ari El ECC Department Presents: Parent Education Series #2 on the Reggio Emilia Curriculum

    • Location: Valley Village
    • Date: Monday, February 27, 2012
    • Description: Monday, February 27, 2012 from 7:30 to 9pm - Free to the community. For more information, please contact...read more Monday, February 27, 2012 from 7:30 to 9pm - Free to the community. For more information, please contact Beryl Strauss, ECC Director at (818) 766-6379 or bstrauss@adatariel.org. 12020 Burbank Blvd.,, Valley Village, CA 91607 Website: http://www.adatariel.org read less
    • Contact Email: bstrauss@adatariel.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 766-6379

    • Slavin Jewish Children's Library: Booktime with Your Baby!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays; 11:30AM-12PM; Booktime with Your Baby is a FREE, weekly Parent & Me Group that meets at the...read more Tuesdays; 11:30AM-12PM; Booktime with Your Baby is a FREE, weekly Parent & Me Group that meets at the Slavin Family Jewish Children's Library in the Jewish Federation Building. Enjoy stories, songs, flannelboard activities and finger-puppets with your baby; then check out a book or two to take home! Best for babies birth-12 months. No RSVP necessary; all are welcome. Contact Person: Amy Muscoplat; Email: slavinlibrary@bjela.org; Phone: (323) 761-8648; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://www.bjela.org/Early_Education/Childrens_Library/Children_s_Library/ read less
    • Contact Email: slavinlibrary@bjela.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8648

    • Zimmer Children's Museum: Messy Masterpieces!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays, January 24th - March 13th, 2012; 10:15AM-11AM or 11:15AM-12PM (18 mos.-3 yrs); 1:15-2PM (4...read more Tuesdays, January 24th - March 13th, 2012; 10:15AM-11AM or 11:15AM-12PM (18 mos.-3 yrs); 1:15-2PM (4 yrs. and up); Our age appropriate art classes encourage your childrens' creativity and imagination while you work and play together. Working with our trained staff, your child will experiment with color, texture and patterns while discovering the world of art. Contact Person: Jessica Sachs; E-Mail: info@zimmermuseum.org; Phone: (323) 761-8989; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://zimmermuseum.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@zimmermuseum.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8989

    • Silverlake Independent JCC Preschool Open House

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesday, February 28th, 2012; 10:30AM; Come have a look at the Silverlake Independent JCC Preschool!...read more Tuesday, February 28th, 2012; 10:30AM; Come have a look at the Silverlake Independent JCC Preschool! Our program fosters a sense of belonging among Jews, mixed-faith families and other interested people by providing educational, recreational and social programs steeped in Jewish tradition, culture and values. No RSVP necessary, but please leave the kids at home as there is a half hour sit-down portion of the tour and childcare is not provided. Open Houses take place on the second and last Tuesday of the month, October through June. Contact Person: Ruth Shavit; Email: info@sijcc.net; Phone: (323) 663-2255; Address: 1110 Bates Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029; Website: http://sijcc.net read less
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    • Contact Phone: (323) 663-2255

    • Temple Beth Am USY: Tuesday Lounge Nights!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays during the school year; 6-8PM; Temple Beth Am's award-winning Youth Department provides social,...read more Tuesdays during the school year; 6-8PM; Temple Beth Am's award-winning Youth Department provides social, religious, educational and service-learning programming for 7th-12th graders. On Tuesday nights from 6-8PM, check out "Lounge Nights" where snacks, good company, movies, music, air hockey etc. are always available. Lounges are FREE and open to all Jewish teens! (One can of food for SOVA or $1 for tzedakah is suggested.) Call Alana to see what's happening this Tuesday night! Contact: Alana Levitt at alevitt@tbala.org or (310) 652-7354 x212; Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http:www.tbausy.com read less
    • Contact Email: alevitt@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212

    • Kochavim Creative Arts Program of Temple Menorah

    • Location: Redondo Beach
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays through May, 2012; 4:30-6:30PM; Kochavim is a brand new weekly program that will take place...read more Tuesdays through May, 2012; 4:30-6:30PM; Kochavim is a brand new weekly program that will take place at Temple Menorah and immerse children in grades 3 and up in the Jewish creative arts through the use of vocal & instrumental music, dance, drama and set design. Classes will culminate in a final performance of "Torah: The Movie," written & directed by Morgan Land. This program is open to all youth in the South Bay, regardless of affiliation and is inclusive of children with special needs. Contact Person: Randi Sher; Email: randi@templemenorah.org; Phone: (310) 316-8444; Address: 1101 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; Website: http://templemenorah.org read less
    • Contact Email: randi@templemenorah.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 316-8444

    • BBYO at Temple Menorah

    • Location: Redondo Beach
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesdays throughout the school year; 7PM; An enriching and fun leadership program open to all Jewish...read more Tuesdays throughout the school year; 7PM; An enriching and fun leadership program open to all Jewish high school students in the South Bay. Join us! Contact Person: Daniel Sher; Email: youth@templemenorah.org; Phone: (310) 316-8444 x113; Address: 1101 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277; Website: http://templemenorah.org read less
    • Contact Email: youth@templemenorah.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 316-8444 x113

    • Temple Beth Am USY (7th-12th): CPR/First Aid Training for Babysitters

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Tuesday, February 28th, 2012; 5:30-8PM; $30 per person; Contact Person: Alana Levitt; Email: alevitt@tbala.org; Phone:...read more Tuesday, February 28th, 2012; 5:30-8PM; $30 per person; Contact Person: Alana Levitt; Email: alevitt@tbala.org; Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212; Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://pressmanacademy.org/youth read less
    • Contact Email: alevitt@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212

    • Aleinu and JFS Present "Valley Cafe Mom"

    • Location: Sherman Oaks
    • Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
    • Description: Meeting every Tuesday from 1:00-2:30PM. Do you want to feel more effective in your parenting? Do you...read more Meeting every Tuesday from 1:00-2:30PM. Do you want to feel more effective in your parenting? Do you ever wonder if you will have time again? Join us for the official opening of our new valley location. Professional organizer Esther Simon, MSW presents: "Making Time for Yourself". How to make the most of your time, skills and techniques to use your time wisely and set priorities. 13949 Ventura Blvd. Suite #320, Sherman Oaks, 91423. Childcare provided. These meetings are free. Please contact Larrisa Adler at 310. 247.0534 x 295 or lader@jfsla.org. read less
    • Contact Email: lader@jfsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 247-0534 x 295

    • Temple Menorah's Tuvia Preschool: Bagel & Coffee Connection for Parents

    • Location: Redondo Beach
    • Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
    • Description: Wednesday, February 29th, 2012; 9AM; Special guest speaker, Antonia Colton, PhD, of Clear Skies Therapy...read more Wednesday, February 29th, 2012; 9AM; Special guest speaker, Antonia Colton, PhD, of Clear Skies Therapy (www.clearskiestherapy.com) will be speaking on the topic, “Tantrums: Not Just for 2-Year-Olds Anymore.” This Tuvia Parent Committee sponsored discussion is open to ALL parents, so join us for a nosh and a great discussion! Contact Person: Randi Sher; Email: randi@templemenorah.org; Phone: (310) 316-8444; Address: 1101 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Website: http://templemenorah.org read less
    • Contact Email: randi@templemenorah.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 316-8444

    • Temple Ramat Zion Bagels and Babies - FREE Class!

    • Location: Northridge
    • Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
    • Description: Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 9:30am. BABIES & BAGELS – come connect with other parents of young babies...read more Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 9:30am. BABIES & BAGELS – come connect with other parents of young babies while learning from the experts. Bring your baby (newborn to 18 months) and your friends to our FREE monthly group for coffee, bagels and conversation. Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am in room 2 at Temple Ramat Zion. Come learn about “The Good Enough Parent” at this informative, fun, FREE event. Reservations would be appreciated, Bettyg@trz.org or 818 366-1773 ext.127. Mark your calendar for these other dates where a new expert will be the featured speaker each month- March 14, April 18, May 9, June 13. 17655 Devonshire St, Northridge, CA 91325 Website: http://www.trz.org read less
    • Contact Email: bettyg@trz.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 366-1773

    • Temple Beth Am Kadima & USY (4th-12th): Leap Year Celebration!

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
    • Description: Wednesday, February 29th, 2012; 4-6PM; $5 Members; $10 Non-Members; Open to all! Contact Person: Alana...read more Wednesday, February 29th, 2012; 4-6PM; $5 Members; $10 Non-Members; Open to all! Contact Person: Alana Levitt; Email: alevitt@tbala.org; Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212; Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://pressmanacademy.org/youth read less
    • Contact Email: alevitt@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212