Jun 9, 2025 | Seniors Event, Temple Event
One-Woman Show with Tatjana
Join us for a captivating morning of music, laughter, and entertainment!
- Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Temple Adat Elohim – Social Hall
📍 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks
🫶 Presented in partnership with Atria Grand Oaks
This event is FREE! Please RSVP so we can plan for seating and refreshments.
Click here to RSVP!
💃 About Tatjana:
Tatjana was born in the former Yugoslavia and has dazzled audiences across Europe and the U.S. Trained by esteemed opera, jazz, and drama teachers, her performances are filled with passion, talent, and charm.
🎶 From Broadway hits and beloved classics to rock ‘n roll and lively impersonations, Tatjana’s uniquely personal performance style will leave you smiling!
Save the Dates for Future Gatherings:
- August 13, in partnership with The Reserve
- September 10, in partnership with Varenita Westlake
- October 8, in partnership with Harbor House
- November 12, in partnership with Hillcrest Royale
- December 10, No Program
- January 14, Party 🎉
- February 11, in partnership with Oakmont, Agoura Hills
Questions? Please reach out to:
Bobbie Eckstein
bobbie.eckstein@gmail.com
818-416-1898
Marilyn Lippel
momlipps@gmail.com
818-621-3055
We look forward to seeing you soon — don’t forget to mark your calendar!
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May 28, 2025 | Temple Event
💫TAE Shabbat Under the Stars
Hollywood Bowl-Style in the Courtyard
🌟 Friday, July 25, 2025 🌟
5:30 PM – Community Picnic Dinner
7:00 PM – Musical Shabbat Service
with the Band of Milk & Honey
🎶 Think Hollywood Bowl … but with more challah and fewer parking headaches!
🤝 Bring your family and friends to join us for Shabbat vibes, courtyard lights, and music under the stars.
🧺 Kick back with a picnic blanket on the grass or grab a seat at a table and enjoy a night of music, mingling, and Shabbat magic!
🍽️ Bring your favorite bites OR treat yourself to a tasty pre-purchased boxed meal, provided by Board & Brew in Westlake Village.
🎉BONUS – Win Big at Our Picnic Giveaway! 🎉
🎻 TWO Tickets to the Hollywood Bowl
Don’t miss out on this special bonus opportunity. Join us for the picnic dinner and you’ll automatically be entered into a drawing to win a voucher for TWO seats to a 2025 Summer Season Concert at the Hollywood Bowl — Courtesy of the LA Philharmonic and Gustavo Dudamel!*
* You must be present at the picnic dinner to be eligible. No purchase necessary.
Picnic Dinner – Reserve Your Boxed Meal by Wednesday, July 23!
Enjoy a delicious boxed meal with your choice of:
- Turkey or Veggie Sandwich,
- Veggie Wrap (gluten-free), OR
- Green or Chicken Caesar Salad
Each box includes your choice of a sandwich or salad, along with chips and a cookie. Water and lemonade will be provided. The cost is $15 per meal, and wine will be available for purchase at $5 per glass.
See you there for an evening of fun and connection with your TAE community!Click here to RVSP and/or Order Dinner >>
Questions? Please call the temple office at (805) 497-7101 or email Susie Guldbeck at SGuldbeck@AdatElohim.com.
💫 TAE Shabbat Under the Stars
Hollywood Bowl-Style in the Courtyard
• Friday, July 25, 2025
• 5:30 PM – Picnic Dinner
• 7:00 PM – Musical Shabbat Service, with the Band of Milk & Honey
🎶 Think Hollywood Bowl … but with more challah and fewer parking headaches!
🤝 Bring your family and friends to join us for Shabbat vibes, courtyard lights, and music under the stars.
🧺 Kick back with a picnic blanket on the grass or grab a seat at a table and enjoy a night of music, mingling, and Shabbat magic!
🍽️ Bring your favorite bites OR treat yourself to a tasty pre-purchased boxed meal, provided by Board & Brew in Westlake Village.
🎉 Win Big at Our Picnic Giveaway! 🎉
🎻 TWO Tickets to the Hollywood Bowl — Courtesy of the LA Philharmonic and Gustavo Dudamel!*
Don’t miss out on this special bonus opportunity. Join us for the picnic dinner and you’ll automatically be entered into a drawing to win a voucher for TWO seats to a 2025 Summer Season Concert at the Hollywood Bowl — Courtesy of the LA Philharmonic and Gustavo Dudamel!*
* You must be present at the picnic dinner to be eligible. No purchase necessary.
Picnic Dinner – Reserve Your Boxed Meal by Wednesday, July 23!
Enjoy a delicious boxed meal with your choice of:
- Turkey or Veggie Sandwich (gluten-free available) OR
- Green or Chicken Caesar Salad
Each box includes your choice of a sandwich or salad, along with chips and a cookie. Water and lemonade will be provided.
The cost is $15 per meal, and wine will be available for purchase at $5 per glass.
See you there for an evening of fun and connection with your TAE community!Click here to RVSP and/or Order Dinner >>
Questions? Please call the temple office at (805) 497-7101 or email Susie Guldbeck at SGuldbeck@AdatElohim.com.
May 21, 2025 | Havurah
🍷 New & Growing Havurot Mixer
Make Friends. Build Community. Have Fun.
🕟 Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 4:30 PM
📍 Paul Martin’s American Grill – 100 S. Westlake Blvd, Westlake Village
Ready to connect with others at TAE? Whether you’re single or part of a couple, join us for a casual no-host mixer and discover what Havurot are all about.
💬 Laugh, chat, and find your people.
🎉 Be part of something meaningful.
RSVP by 3:00 PM on June 8 to Cheryl Landsberg at CherylLandsberg@gmail.com.
🔗 Want to learn more about Havurot at TAE? Click here.
We look forward to seeing you there!
May 13, 2025 | Holiday
Minor Jewish Festive Holiday: Lag BaOmer
What is Lag BaOmer?
🎉 Lag BaOmer is a fun and meaningful Jewish holiday that falls on the 33rd day of the Omer, the count between Passover and Shavuot. The word “Lag” comes from Hebrew letters that add up to 33, and omer means “sheaf,” a bundle of grain.
🌾 In ancient times, the Omer period also marked the spring harvest. It began with an offering of barley at Passover and ended with a wheat offering at Shavuot, connecting the agricultural season to our spiritual journey.
#️⃣ The Omer is a 49-day period marking the journey from Egypt (Passover) to receiving the Torah (Shavuot). During this time, some people avoid traditions like weddings, parties, or haircuts, but on Lag BaOmer, we take a joyful break! 🎉
We remember three important things on Lag BaOmer:
- A plague that ended among Rabbi Akiva’s students.
- The life of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, a famous Jewish teacher.
- A military victory by Jewish fighters long ago.
How to Celebrate:
🔥 Enjoy bonfires, picnics, weddings, or even a fresh haircut! It’s a day full of joy and light.
👉 Want to learn more? Click here!
May 13, 2025 | Holiday, Temple Event
Speed Dating the Bible: A Tikkun Leil Shavuot Experience
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Yizkor at 7:00 PM | Program begins at 7:30 PM
🌜Stay Up Late. Learn a Lot. One Verse at a Time.
This Shavuot, join us for an unforgettable night of Torah, texts, and rapid-fire revelation! In the spirit of Tikkun Leil Shavuot, the tradition of staying up late to learn, we invite you to experience the entire Bible in one night… sort of.
⚡What Is “Speed Dating the Bible”?
⚡ “Speed Dating the Bible” is a fast, fun, and meaningful TAE program that takes you on an interactive journey through a few key verses from each of the 39 books of the Hebrew Bible.
Whether you’re a seasoned learner, a first-timer, a poetry lover, or curious about obscure texts like Obadiah, this program is for you.
🤝What to Expect:
- Unique “dates” with 39 key verses from the Bible
- A guided booklet or handout for each selection
- Discussion prompts at each table or station
- Optional journaling or creative responses
- Cheesecake, coffee, and community!
Come for the learning, stay for the energy, and discover how much Torah your heart can hold in just one night.Let us know if you plan on attending here >
