For thousands of years, Jewish communities have gathered during Rosh Hashanah at bodies of water for Tashlich, meaning “You will cast away”. Our synagogue’s Tashlich ceremony will be on Thursday, September 9th at 4:00 pm at the North end of Bolsa Chica State Beach lifeguard tower #27. First we will gather at the beach for a brief service and then stand at the water's edge reflecting on the past year and the new one. Bread crumbs are provided to throw into the ocean. Many people linger at the beach, bring a brown bag dinner, and/or spend the rest of the time meditating, socializing, and more. All are welcome to join us.
For the complete schedule of services, more information and/or High Holy Days reservations, contact the Temple Beth David office by September 1st. For more information call: Temple Beth David office (714) 892-6623
NO TICKET REQUIRED! Try us out, Friday, September 10, 2010 at 10:00 am for the 2nd day of Rosh Hashanah. Temple Beth David, located at 6100 Hefley Street in the city of Westminster, invites both Temple members and non-members to experience the Jewish New Year with us at no cost. This is a more informal High Holy Day service with more detailed explanations and introductions. Highlights of the service include the beautiful voice of Cantorial Soloist Nancy Linder, an interactive sermon by Rabbi Myers, blowing of the shofar, and a lovely oneg immediately following the service.
For the complete schedule of services, more information and/or High Holy Days reservations, contact the Temple Beth David office by September 1st. For more information call: Temple Beth David office (714) 892-6623.
“Lee Ving’s Blues Invasion” will play live at the Coach House on Saturday, September 11th. ALL ACTIVE AND RECENTLY DISCHARGED MILITARY ARE FREE WITH MILITARY ID. Also playing is Reverend Blue. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are already on sale and can be purchased for $12.00 and $15 day of show through the ticket office at The Coach House 33157 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano or by calling 949-496-7935 or online by visiting www.thecoachhouse.com.
Meet Lee Ving (born Lee James Capellaro; in Philadelphia, PA.) In the late 1960’s, Lee joined Sweet Stavin
Chain Blues Band in Philadelphia, playing with Michael Brecker and Eugene Busnar. Lee played shows with B. B. King, Buddy Guy and Cream among others, then moved to New York and formed the band Daybreak. In the mid 70’s Lee was off to Los Angeles where he formed FEAR in 1977, played Saturday Night Live in 1981 and appeared in a lot movies (Clue and others) and tv shows.
Lee wrote for and performed with Tom Scott, John Belushi and Ry Cooder, he sung for the band MD.45, which also featured Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, and sung country music in the outlaw country genre with the band Range War. Prior to Fear, Ving played in a ten piece jazz rock fusion band in New York City called Daybreak.
Lee’s diversity with his music is clear and unquestionable. The members have changed, the faces and crowds have changed, but Lee has stayed true to his love and passion for music in many forms. Now Lee returns again to bring us, yet another amazing project called “Lee Ving’s Blues Invasion” to tickle your ears. For those who have seen him live over the years belting out hard, fast, loud lyrics – the change of pace is nothing short of awe inspiring. If you’re a long time Fear lover or just a person who enjoys the blues done properly, this show is for you.
The 17th Annual Weiner National Dachshund Races
will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 3 p.m. Dozens of
dachshunds will scramble in pursuit of fame and imaginative lures
as hundreds of spectators cheer them on. Some of the dogs will
have trained for minutes with a team of two handlers each who
encourage, cajole and plead with the willful little dogs to focus
on the high-stakes race instead of interesting sights, sounds
and smells along the route.
After
the doggies do their thing, you can focus your attention on copious
quantities of food and beer, and enjoy the nostalgia of centuries-old
traditions in a miniature Bavarian village with cobblestone streets,
imported lanterns and 70 murals depicting European scenes. And
while the tempting aromas of bratwurst and sauerkraut waft through
the village, you're still close enough to the beach to almost
smell the salt air.
The dachshund, a type of hound dog, was bred in
Germany to hunt badgers and other small prey. Their short legs
are ideal for following such prey into burrows-but not so ideal
for long, loping strides that might be useful for racing. But
the scrappy little dogs manage to chase their 'prey' to the finish
line two at a time until a winner is determined. And, typical
of the crazy world of California politics, the winners ride with
the mayor in the Oktoberfest Parade.
Dachshund
racing gained popularity in the '90s after Miller Brewing Co.
held a race in Shreveport, La. spawned by a series of commercials
featuring dachshunds. Today, the races have become wildly popular
across the country in places like Ohio, Minnesota, Montana, Florida,
Missouri, Texas and Alabama. Many races benefit animal shelters
or rescue organizations.
While you are in the Old World Village browse through
45 specialty shops built in the Bavarian style. Hermanns Crystal
that boasts a huge selection of everything from authentic nutcrackers
to Limited Edition Lladro sculptures miniatures to imported German
beer steins. You can buy lederhosen at Heidi's Imports for your
young son to wear proudly at next year's Oktoberfest.
While the fall season inspires nostalgia for times
of old, Southern Californians need not join the throngs shopping
for the holidays at some crowded mall. At Old World Village in
Huntington Beach, you can celebrate the season and purchase a
gift that is truely unique and afterward you can still hit the
beach.
FOR MORE DETAILS, Call (714) 898-5111
It’s one thing to have compassion for young people with life-threatening illnesses; it’s quite another when you have lived your entire life with such an illness. When Cameron Siemers was 2 years old he received a blood transfusion. Five years later he was diagnosed with HIV, and doctors said he wouldn’t live to age 10. He turned 28 this year. But what do you do with a future you weren’t supposed to have?
In 2007, with the help of family and friends, Cameron founded the Cameron Siemers Foundation For Hope, a non-profit organization that awards Life Grants of up to $5,000 to young adults with life threatening illnesses. Winners use these grants to create a project that will inspire hope and possibility in themselves and their communities. Life Grants have financed a wide range of projects, from traveling to Africa to provide medical assistance to remote, impoverished villages to pursuing a degree in art therapy to work with children with cancer.
Each year since its creation, the Foundation holds a fundraiser to celebrate life grant winners and to raise money for future life grants. This year’s celebration is titled “Bowling for Hope” and is set for Sept. 16, 2010, at Strike Bowling Alley at The District in Tustin, Calif. “We are so proud of our Life Grant winners,” says founder Cameron Siemers. “Their enthusiasm and determination is an inspiration to us all.”
The fundraiser will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and includes hors d'oeuvres, music, and a silent auction. Tickets are $50 each and include free bowling. Discounted group rates are available for those who wish to gather a team, and child tickets are half-off. “The Foundation is run by an all-volunteer staff, and we are completely dependent on private donations,” explains Cameron. “Please join us on Thursday, Sept.16 to help us continue an extraordinary program that is spreading hope around the world.”
To learn more about the organization or purchase tickets for the event, visit the Foundation’s website at http://www.cameronsiemers.org .
Women of the Wells announces the Walk 4 Water which will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2010, in Huntington Beach. The Walk 4 Water is a 5K (3.1 mile) walk that is designed to:
• Raise awareness for the need for clean drinking water throughout the world.
• Experience the distance, time and effort that those without clean water wells endure in obtaining water that is NOT clean and healthy.
• Raise money which will be used to drill wells and build cisterns for clean drinking water in third world countries.
Registration begins at 8:30 am at the strand in Huntington Beach (where PCH and Beach Blvd. intersect). The walk begins at 9:30 am. Cost is $25. For more information go to www.womenofthewells.org or call Wendy at 949-644-4860.
The Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic (PBMC) on September 18 & 19, 2010 will recreate an iconic 1929 photo taken on Pismo Beach. The PBMC will start with scenic motorcycle rides from Northern and Southern California. The rides will conclude in Oceano, CA, for a rally to kick off the festivities from 1p.m to 8 p.m. The PBMC will wrap up on Sunday, where the panoramic photo will capture motorcycle enthusiasts on beautiful Pismo Beach at 8:30 a.m.
The Ride – Saturday, September 18, 2010
There will be several rides starting the morning Saturday, September 18, 2010. The Pasadena Motorcycle Club?s ride will begin at Cycle Gear, in Newhall, CA between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. The San Francisco Motorcycle Club will begin their ride from their club house at 6:30 a.m. Refreshments will be available at 6 a.m. Port Stockton Motorcycle Club?s ride will leave from their Clubhouse at 6am. San Jose Motorcycle Club?s ride will depart from their club house at 7:30am. All rides will meet at the Rock and Roll Diner in Pismo Beach at 1 p.m. The Opening Ceremonies for the Rally will start at 2 p.m. Detail regarding all the rides is on the web site.
The Rally – Saturday, September 18, 2010
99.1fm The Fox has offered its generous support, along with: Glendale Harley Davidson/Buell, Alcatraz Cruises, Alard Machine Products, Randy Shull Plumbing, Werkstatt Motorcycle Repair & Racing, Urban Moto, Academy of Motorcycle Racing, Christina Shook Photography, and Rock N Roll Café. The Fox will be present at the rally with promotional give-a-ways, along with live performances from “Rubber Side Down” and “Tiny Television”. In addition, the following companies have donated items for Saturday?s raffle: Bubba Gump, Islands, Glendale Harley Davidson/Buell, Leatherup.com, Tattoo Ink Spot, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Prime outlets & California Center and a dinner for 10 from The Place.
Eight handmade trophies will be awarded for a bike competition. The bike competition categories are Highest Club Miles, Club Participation, Highest Man Miles, Judges Choice, Peoples Choice, Gnarliest Bike, Best Custom1985 & Older, and Best Custom 1986 & Newer. A limited number of event T-shirts will be sold on Saturday, with pre-order sales on the web site now.
The Photo – Sunday, September 19, 2010
All participants will assemble on Pismo Beach, just north of the Pier, at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday for the extraordinary photo.
The Mission Inn, the Sandcastle Inn and the SeaCrest Resort Inn are offering discounts to PBMC attendees up to a month before the event. Accommodations in this area usually fill up during this season. For General Information, please visit the PBMC at www.pismobeachmotorcycleclassic.com. For more information about the San Francisco Motorcycle Club and the Pasadena Motorcycle Club please visit www.sf-mc.org and www.PasadenaMC.com .
Golden West College (GWC) will hold Chefs for Scholarships, an event to raise money for student scholarships, on Sunday, September 19 at the GWC Student Center patio and lawn area from 4 to 7 p.m. The Chefs for Scholarships fundraiser will have approximately 22 local restaurants participating by providing food and beverage samples for the guests.
Wes Bryan, President of Golden West College said, “This is a win-win event for everyone—it’s great exposure for the restaurants, it gives the community an opportunity to visit the campus, and it raises funds for student scholarships. It is an event the whole family will enjoy.
” In addition to the food, there will be opportunity drawings, silent auctions as well as live music. For the kids, we will have balloon art, face painting, magic and The Game Squad. For additional information or to purchase tickets, contact the Foundation Office at (714) 895-8316. Tickets cost $40, $20 for students with ID; and children 12 and under are free.
To date participating restaurants include: BrewBakers/Purple Feet, Coco’s Bakery Restaurant, Cucina Alessa, Deli-Licious, Don Ramon’s Mexican Restaurant, Fresca’s Mexican Grill, Heck Estates, Jersey Mike’s, Lazy Dog Café, Main Street Wine Company, Mangiamo Gelato Caffé, Market Broiler, McKennas on the Bay, Old World German Restaurant, Povarello Coffee, PRP Wine International, Ra Sushi Bar Restaurant, Samuel Adams Boston Beer Company, Simply Layered Cake Design. Smokin Mo’s BBQ, Sodexo, Tommy Pastrami.
No stethoscopes will be needed to hear the rhythms coming from these doctors’ hearts as they compete in the first ever Battle of the Doctors’ Bands. Come watch as doctors from Southern California throw off their scrubs and rock out for charity at the Galaxy Theatre 3503 S. Harbor Blvd. in Santa Ana on Sunday, Sept. 19 from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Doors open at noon for silent auction and lunch.
Doctors ranging from plastic surgeons to neurosurgeons, dentists and more make up the five total rivaling bands from cities including San Clemente, Long Beach, Anaheim and Newport Beach. “It feels good to have the support of our community behind us when doing such difficult work,” said Women for World Health President Denise Cucurny, whose nonprofit organization is sponsoring the event.
Women for World Health’s mission to change lives in underdeveloped communities by providing medical treatment and education will be furthered through the proceeds of this benefit concert. So come relax at the Galaxy Theatre — reserve lunch to get good seating — while these medical community virtuosos stitch together musical chords.
“We’re all ready to rock-n-roll,” said Director of Materials Management Dottie Baker, who’s spearheading this event. After realizing how many musically-inclined doctors craved a battle, Baker knew this event needed to be more than just a backyard barbeque. “Enthusiasm kept growing and I thought there just isn’t a better group than doctors to support our cause.”
In having such an event both Cucurny and Baker agreed that a fundraiser even the O.R. techs could afford and enjoy was a necessity. “We are not a group of wealthy, nonworking individuals,” Cucurny said. “And yet, we manage to make time to help people in other countries who have virtually no access to surgical care.”
And besides, how often can you watch five talented bands for only $25?
TICKETS: $25/each (tax deductible) – two-drink minimum
To buy, go to www.galaxytheatre.com
For lunch reservations call: 714-957-0600
Renown birder Sylvia Gallagher and photographer Jim Gallagher will be the guest speakers at a town forum hosted by the Bolsa Chica Land Trust at 7pm on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at the Huntington Beach Public Library Room C/D 7111 Talbert Ave (at Goldenwest).
Sylvia's birding classes are always in high demand, so this is an outstanding opportunity for birders and nature lovers to hear from Sylvia and Jim about the awesome avians that frequent the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve in Orange County. More info: Bolsa Chica Land Trust, 714-846-1001, www.bolsachicalandtrust.org
Temple Beth David Sisterhood invites you to join them on Sunday, September 26 from 1:30pm – 4:00pm for a wonderful Vintage Fashion Show and Tea. This event will be held at Temple Beth David located at 6100 Hefley Street, Westminster, CA 92683. The clothes to be presented are original vintage fashions. The coordinator, Natalie Meyer, will explain the styles, reasons, and traditions of that period. Natalie is the site costumer for both Heritage Square Museum and the Workman Temple Homestead Museum. She also sits on the Board of Heritage Square Museum and Costumer's Guild West. She has been sewing since she was six and is an incredible seamstress. Her costumes speak volumes about her talents.
Recently retired from a Bookkeeping career, Natalie now has time for her passion which is her love of history and its clothing. With all of her volunteering, Natalie has time for only a few fashion shows per year. Please come and join us...it will be a wonderful walk through history. And you will see we've come a long way baby! Cost of the event is $25.00. RSVP by September 20, 2010.
For more information and reservations contact: Anne Farber 714-846-1591 or Temple Beth David office (714) 892-6623.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will be sponsoring it annual NAMIWalks 5K on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at the HB Pier. Registration 8:00a.m., Start 9:00a.m. There is no charge for registration, donations are encouraged. Please join in their annual fundraiser to provide services for mental health. Entertainment and fun for everyone! For additional information www.namiwalksoc.org.
On Sunday, October 17, 2010, Beauty Supply Zone & Salon together with Anysoldier.com will be holding its 4th annual Cut-A-Thon in support of our troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. A cut-a-thon is a fundraising event where hair dressers in our community donate their time and skills to cut hair. Hair cuts will be $20 and 100% of proceeds from the hair cuts will go toward the purchasing, packing and shipping of care packages for men and women in all four branches of the military. All four branches will be represented on the day of the event. The event will be more than just hair cuts, there will be karaoke and local venders set up who will all donate a portion of their day’s sales to the cause. There will also be raffles with prizes from hair products to gift certificates. Beauty Supply Zone & Salon is located at 16377 Bolsa Chica Street in Huntington Beach.
