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Positive Vibes, Positive Life: The Women & Girls Event You Won’t Want to Miss This Summer
Get ready for the 4th Annual Women & Girls Yom Iyun, an uplifting community event filled with inspiration, learning, and connection. With a lineup of dynamic speakers and free admission, this July 27 gathering at Shuvah Israel Beverlywood is set to be the most impactful yet. Positive vibes guaranteed!

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 7, 20251 min read


Mazel Tov Klal Yisrael! Multitudes Across the World to Complete Amud HaYomi Masechta Eruvin
After eight months of consistent learning, thousands of participants in Dirshu’s Amud HaYomi program are celebrating the siyum of Masechta Eruvin,one of the most challenging masechtos in Shas. With deep understanding and structured review, learners across the globe,from Brooklyn to Bnei Brak,have persevered. The program’s next journey, Masechta Pesachim, begins 25 Tammuz. As Rav Dovid Cohen, shlita, notes, the Amud HaYomi’s focused pace brings real geshmak to limud haTorah em

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 7, 20255 min read


The Ramban Rewind: Parshat Chukat
When fiery snakes attacked the Israelites, Hashem told Moshe to create a snake on a pole for healing—but didn’t say what it should be made of. Moshe’s choice of copper, which mirrored the snake’s appe

R' Eman Chayim
Jul 7, 20252 min read


LAPD Investigates Reported Hate Crime Near Beverly Boulevard Synagogue
A reported hate crime near a synagogue on Beverly Boulevard prompted an LAPD response Friday morning. Multiple juvenile suspects allegedly involved fled the scene before officers arrived. The incident remains under active investigation.

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 5, 20251 min read


Incident Reported: Disturbance on Burbank Blvd Involving Pro-Palestinian Shouts and Obscenities
A man caused alarm on Burbank Blvd this afternoon after loudly shouting “Free Palestine” and other obscenities, prompting concern from locals and online chatter. While no police statement has been released, The LA Jewish Home is monitoring the situation closely.

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Ancient Protection in Modern Hollywood : TV Actor Receives Sacred Mezuzah Scroll from Jewish Scribe
TV actor Ian Fisher, best known for The Lincoln Lawyer, received a hand-written kosher Mezuzah from Sofer Avrohom Dovid Wolffe, igniting a moment of spiritual resonance in Hollywood. The ancient scroll, crafted with timeless tradition and precision, represents far more than decor, it’s a sacred symbol of protection and faith dating back over 3,300 years.

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Israeli Youth Delegation Tours the U.S. Sharing Their Stories Since October 7th
This June, a youth delegation from the Israel Tennis & Education Centers (ITEC) toured seven U.S. cities, sharing powerful stories of resilience in the wake of October 7th and the recent Iran conflict. These young Israeli athletes, Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Bedouin, and Ethiopian, captivated audiences with their tennis skills and personal journeys, highlighting the vital work of ITEC in fostering healing, unity, and hope across Israel’s diverse communities.

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Update: Adar Bonen Has Been Found Safe
We’re relieved to share that Adar Bonen has been found safe. Thank you to everyone who shared the alert, kept watch, and supported the...

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 1, 20251 min read


🚨 MISSING PERSON ALERT: 23-Year-Old Adar Bonen 🚨
🚨 Missing in Tarzana: Help Find Adar Bonen
Adar Bonen, 23, with red hair and brown eyes, has been missing since Sunday evening near Chabad

The LA Jewish Home
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Things got strange fast tonight in North Hollywood.
LAPD responded to reports of a fight involving a knife near Riverton and Magnolia around 9:15 pm, only to find themselves in a scene no...

The LA Jewish Home
Jun 30, 20251 min read


Gimmel Tammuz Event (This Sunday)
Join the Los Angeles Jewish community for a meaningful Gimmel Tammuz Farbrengen commemorating the yahrzeit (hilulah) of the Lubavitcher...

David Rogatsky
Jun 28, 20251 min read


Another Hit at Bibi’s
After a second attempted break-in in under two months, Bibi’s Bakery on Pico is still standing strong, figuratively and literally. Dan M, seen here flashing his trademark grin, says the would-be thief didn’t touch a single pastry. "They just wanted the safe," he shrugged. The beloved local spot continues to serve up pita and positivity with zero signs of slowing down.

The LA Jewish Home
Jun 27, 20251 min read


The Secure Dinosaur
What starts as an awkward Shabbat dinner with young guests turns into a joyful dance of unity and memory. As an empty-nester navigating quiet bedrooms and distant children, the author finds unexpected connection and comfort, in a song, a flag, and the shared heartbeat of Am Yisrael.

Sholom Feldheim
Jun 27, 20254 min read


The Lost Tefillin — and the Dreams That Brought Them Home
When Daniel lost his tefillin, he never expected to find them in a dream, let alone three. But after three vivid dreams of a boarded-up Starbucks and a mysterious woman, he visited the location. On his third visit, the manager handed him a bag. Inside: his tefillin. A story of Divine guidance, faith, and the moments that wake us up, literally.

Daniel Agalar
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Farbreng With The Kosher Gang: Life, Liberty, & Lots of Beef.
From vegan “cheeseburgers” at Sandwichim to spicy merguez at Jeff’s, the Farbreng Gang is redefining kosher indulgence, one bite at a time. This July 4th, David and Mendel dive into LA’s most iconic flavors, spar with sausage scores, debate if hot dogs count as sandwiches, and toast to freedom with Dubai chocolate that’s so good, it feels treif.

David Greenberg
Jun 27, 202510 min read


Around The Community: Emek’s Bekius Overnight Trip to Big Bear
Emek’s Bekius class took their learning up a notch, literally, with an overnight trip to Big Bear celebrating the Siyum on Meseches Taanis. Boating, sports, board games, and a BBQ were just the start. The boys davened like pros, behaved like gentlemen, and bonded like brothers. A true Kiddush Hashem in the mountains.

The LA Jewish Home
Jun 27, 20251 min read


Around The Community: Remembering my friend, Jon Teller, Z"L
In memory of Jon Teller, Esq. a generous legal mind and friend who never gatekept his wisdom. From shared laughs during the Bar Exam to real-time case advice, Jon embodied mentorship, humility, and a rising-tide spirit that lifted everyone around him. May his legacy inspire us all to share, support, and succeed together.

The LA Jewish Home
Jun 27, 20254 min read


Derech Eretz Corner: What's In A Name?
When a child called out “Hey Sheina!” from across the yard, I realized something deeper than just a name was being lost. In our world of fading customs, a simple moment with my young neighbor became a gentle reminder that honoring elders, by title, by tone, by Torah, still matters.

Sheina Gilbert
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Real Estate in 2025: A Slower Market, a Smarter Approach
In a real estate market marked by rising interest rates and slower momentum, Mendel Fellig offers a fresh take: patience is power. In this op-ed, Fellig breaks down how 2025 has shifted from bidding wars to intentional buying and strategic selling, where clarity and timing matter more than ever. Whether you're listing or looking, there's opportunity in the slowdown.

Mendel Fellig
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Obligation to Thank and Bless Hashem over Witnessing a Miracle
What defines a miracle worth blessing over? In this piece, Rabbi Dovid Nissan Bressman explores the halachic parameters of miracles and gratitude — from reciting Hagomel to making a bracha upon revisiting the place you were saved. Whether a nes nigleh or nes nistar, hidden or open, the response is clear: thank Hashem, mark the moment, and uplift others.

Rabbi Dovid Nissan Bressman
Jun 27, 20254 min read
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