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    • BBYO/LA

    • Address: 5870 W. Olympic Blvd Los Angeles, , 90036
    • Contact Email: pwr@bbyo.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 584-2499
    • Description: BBYO groups exist throughout the LA area. As a member, you will be a part of the world's leading trans-denomin ...read moreBBYO groups exist throughout the LA area. As a member, you will be a part of the world's leading trans-denominational Jewish youth movement, connecting you to tens of thousands of Jewish teens from around the globe. You will have the opportunity to participate in social activities, community service projects, political action events, Judaic programs and most important, to have fun! BBYO meets in the following citites: West Los Angeles/Beverly Hills ( Ahavah BBG and J.F.K AZA), Culver City (Sand N’ Sea BBG), Pacific Palisades (Kochavim BBG and Palisades AZA), South Bay (Ashrey BBG and Galilee AZA), Long Beach (L’Chaim BBG and Orange Coast AZA), Irvine (Chaverot Sababa BBG and Irvine AZA), Pomona/Claremont (Mishpacha BBG and David Ben Gurion AZA), North Hollywood (Lilith BBG and Knesset AZA ), West Valley (Beth Shean BBG, Achot BBG and Erik Weisz AZA, and Kavod AZA), Northridge (D’Vash BBG and Zion AZA), Agoura/Oak Park (Echad BBG and Ema Schelcha), Santa Clarita (Lev B’ Lev BBG and Rodney Dangerfield AZA). For a group near you contact: Melissa at mhertwig@bbyo.org or call (323) 931-9507. Address: 5870 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036. Website: http://www.bbyo.org read less

    • Bnei Akiva Youth Group

    • Contact Phone: (310) 248-2450
    • Description: Bnei Akiva provides a high quality religious Zionist education and programs for North American Jewish youth along wi ...read moreBnei Akiva provides a high quality religious Zionist education and programs for North American Jewish youth along with their families and communities. Basing ourselves on the principles of Torah V'Avodah, we teach a love of Israel, the Jewish People, and our Torah values. http://www.bneiakivala.org/ read less

    • Club Z Teens

    • Location: City;Valleys
    • Contact Email: info@clubzteens.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 481-8479
    • Description: The Club Z Institute offers a comprehensive and nuanced education on Israel, provides historical context to modern-d ...read moreThe Club Z Institute offers a comprehensive and nuanced education on Israel, provides historical context to modern-day headlines, and serves as a welcoming place for Jewish teens to connect to their Jewish identity. As a member, you will be a part of a growing network of proud and articulate Jewish youths who are prepared to face challenging atmosphere of high school and college campus when it comes to being a Zionist. You will have opportunities to grow as an effective leader, to enjoy social activities and national gatherings with other teens and students. read less

    • Jew Crew - Valley Outreach Synagogue

    • Contact Email: cadivi@vosla.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 870-0459
    • Description: A teen led youth group for teens entering grades 7 through 12. Monthly monthly activities including bowling, IMAX m ...read moreA teen led youth group for teens entering grades 7 through 12. Monthly monthly activities including bowling, IMAX movie night, pool party, dj dance party, Shabbat dinner and game night, JCA retreat, talent show, fundraisers, roller/ice skating, lazer tag, sky high, MB2, miniature golfing, scavenger hunt, and beach trip, including some Jewish holiday themes. Join us! Contact Carla Adivi at cadivi@vosla.org; Phone: 818-870-0459; http://www.vosla.org read less

    • NCSY Teen Programs

    • Contact Email: rabbife@ncsy.org
    • Description: NCSY is a world-recognized organization that has played a pivotal role in the lives of Jewish teens across the globe ...read moreNCSY is a world-recognized organization that has played a pivotal role in the lives of Jewish teens across the globe. With the vision of Harold and Enid Boxer a”h, the Orthodox Union founded NCSY in 1954 to provide Jewish teens with an opportunity to build a strong connection to their Jewish roots through inspiration and leadership skills. read less

    • NFTY Youth Group

    • Location: City;South Bay;Valleys;SGP Valleys
    • Age Group: 7-12th graders
    • Description: Finding a Youth Group: https://southerncalifornia.nfty.org/get-involved/temple-youth-groups/ NFTY is a Movement t ...read moreFinding a Youth Group: https://southerncalifornia.nfty.org/get-involved/temple-youth-groups/ NFTY is a Movement that builds strong, welcoming, inspired communities through teen-powered engagement. Together, we pursue Tikkun Olam, personal growth, youth empowerment, and deep connections, all rooted in Reform Judaism. The Southern California region of NFTY serves Jewish Teens in Southern California (from San Luis Obispo to San Diego). We work in partnership with Union for Reform Judaism affiliated congregations to provide meaningful Jewish experiences for middle and high school students. We are part of the family of Union for Reform Judaism camps and youth programs. URJ Youth provides young people with immersive Jewish experiences in North America, and around the world, including camps, Israel trips and social action/service learning travel programs. Our Movement was founded as the youth arm of Reform Judaism in 1939 at the urging of Women of Reform Judaism (then known as the National Federation of Temple Sisterhoods). With over 900 congregations and 1.5 million Jews, Reform Judaism is the largest and most vibrant Jewish movement in all of North America. read less

    • Our Space Presents: B'Yachad Alef Monthly Social Group

    • Location: Valleys;Encino
    • Address: 15739 Ventura Blvd. Encino, CA, 91436
    • Age Group: 7-18 years old
    • Contact Email: ourspacelamail@gmail.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 530-4069
    • Description: B'Yachad is a monthly youth program that provides children with a warm and active environment for socializing a ...read moreB'Yachad is a monthly youth program that provides children with a warm and active environment for socializing and good fun. Programming is related to Jewish holidays or special events. B'yachad Alef: 7-12 years old. B'Yachad Bet: 13-18 years old. For more information please contact Susan North Gilboa at sngilboa@ourspacela.org or call (818) 530-4069. Address: 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino, CA 91436; http://www.OurSpaceLA.org. read less

    • S.T.A.R. Groups and Tribes

    • Location: City;Valleys
    • Address: 6634 VALJEAN AVENUE, Van Nuys, CA
    • Age Group: 7 to 18 years old
    • Description: S.T.A.R. Provides monthly events for 4 age groups, Tikvah (7-9 Years old), Aviv (10-12 Years old), Mitzvah (13-15 Ye ...read moreS.T.A.R. Provides monthly events for 4 age groups, Tikvah (7-9 Years old), Aviv (10-12 Years old), Mitzvah (13-15 Years old), Haverim (16-18 Years old). All events are age appropriate with a high Participant to Supervisor ratio to assure the safety of all of our members. TOP 10 REASONS TO JOIN STAR: You will have a great time. You will meet fun loving people like yourself. It will help develop your leadership skills. You will eat great Sephardic food. You will see places and do things that will blow your mind. The Madrichim (Advisors) will inspire you to learn & grow. You will learn about your rich Sephardic heritage. Rabbi Sakhai will be your best friend You are helping to secure the future of the Jewish People Because you deserve it! read less

    • Temple Beth Am USY (7th-12th): Tuesday Lounge Nights!

    • Location: City
    • Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA, 90035
    • Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2019
    • Contact Email: rsklar@tbala.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212
    • Description: Tuesdays during the school year; 6:30-8PM; Temple Beth Am's award-winning Youth Department provides social, re ...read moreTuesdays during the school year; 6:30-8PM; Temple Beth Am's award-winning Youth Department provides social, religious, educational and service-learning programming for 7th-12th graders. "Where snacks, good company, movies, music, air hockey etc. are always available!" Free & open to all Jewish teens! (One can of food for SOVA or $1 for tzedakah is suggested.) Contact Person: Reut Sklar; Email: rsklar@tbala.org; Phone: (310) 652-7354 x212; Address: 1039 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://pressmanacademy.org/youth read less

    • Tzofim (Israeli Scouts)

    • Location: Valleys;West Valley
    • Address: 6025 Valley Circle Dr. Woodland Hills, ca, 91367
    • Contact Email: merakez@shevetchen.com
    • Contact Phone: (818) 836-9412
    • Description: The Israeli Scouts Movement, or Tzofim, is the largest youth movement in Israel. Non-political and non-sectarian, ...read moreThe Israeli Scouts Movement, or Tzofim, is the largest youth movement in Israel. Non-political and non-sectarian, the Scouts established and developed a framework based on education and values, to engage youth in a variety of social and enjoyable activities. These coeducational activities encourage and focus on personal development, friendship and camaraderie, a “giving” and involved community, foster democratic group life with an emphasis on personal initiative, leadership and excellence, knowledge of nature, love of country and protecting the environment. In order to maintain a connection between the Israeli Scouts movement in Israel and North American Jewry, the Tzofim expands its programming to North America. The chapters in the states focus on the core values of the Israeli Scouts Movement in Israel as well as helping the youth develop and maintain a strong Israeli and Jewish identity. “Shevet Chen” in the San Fernando Valley stands as the largest chapter of the Tzofim in North America, with over 200 participants. Shevet Chen reaches youth ages 9-18, in grades 3-12, and provides their participants beyond a social experience; participants of gain a higher understanding of the meaning of their Jewish heritage and strengthen their bond with Israel, thereby fostering and sustaining a strong Israeli and Jewish identity. Shevet Chen conducts meaningful events and activities throughout the year. Conducted mainly in Hebrew, activities take place once a week and are aimed at the development of our youth’s intellect, social skills, and morals through activities tailored for specific age groups. In addition to standard weekly activities, Shevet Chen organizes special activities such as celebrations of Israeli holidays, Friday night Shabbat services and community service. Shevet Chen is currently located at Temple Aliyah, 6025 Valley Circle Boulevard Woodland Hills, CA 91367 our Website www.shevetchen.com read less

    • USY and Kadima Youth Group

    • Location: City;Valleys
    • Contact Email: alpert@uscj.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 986-0907 Ext. 230
    • Description: USY empowers Jewish youth to develop friendships, leadership skills, a sense of belonging to the Jewish People, a de ...read moreUSY empowers Jewish youth to develop friendships, leadership skills, a sense of belonging to the Jewish People, a deep engagement with and love for Israel, and a commitment to inspired Jewish living through meaningful and fun experiences based on the ideology of Conservative Judaism. read less

    • USY Far West Region

    • Location: City;Conejo Valley;South Bay;Valleys;SGP Valleys
    • Description: We are the Far West region of USY, spanning Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Hawaii. USY ...read moreWe are the Far West region of USY, spanning Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Hawaii. USY is USCJ’s youth movement for Conservative Jewish teens across North America. For more than 60 years, USY has taught young Jews the values and skills they need to become exceptional leaders in their religious and secular communities. read less

    • Valley Beth Shalom Youth Department TEEN TUESDAYS

    • Location: Encino
    • Address: 15739 Ventura Blvd Encino, CA, 91436
    • Contact Email: ckruger@vbs.org
    • Description: Teen Tuesday is a post B'nai Mitzvah program for 8th-12th Graders to educate and entertain teens through though ...read moreTeen Tuesday is a post B'nai Mitzvah program for 8th-12th Graders to educate and entertain teens through thought provoking conversations, athletic activities, artistic expression and delectable treats! A typical night at Teen Tuesday starts in the Zicklin Lieberman Youth Center with delicious dinner catered by LA Kosher. This is followed by Judaic Hour led by VBS Rabbis (11th and 12th Graders meet twice a month with Rabbi Feinstein for APVBS), Jewish Educators and Youth Department staff and completed with a choice of elective: Basketball, Art or Cooking. VBS Members - $600 / Non-VBS Members - $800 read less

    • VBS USY

    • Location: Encino
    • Address: 15739 Ventura Blvd. Encino, CA, 91436
    • Age Group: Teens 8th - 12th grades
    • Contact Email: ckruger@vbs.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 530-4025
    • Description: USY is a chapter of the Far West USY Region, spanning Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Ha ...read moreUSY is a chapter of the Far West USY Region, spanning Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Hawaii. USY is USCJ’s youth movement for Conservative Jewish teens across North America. For more than 60 years, USY has taught young Jews the values and skills they need to become exceptional leaders in their religious and secular communities. VBS USY participates in Regional programming throughout the school year at various locations including Camp Ramah, AJU and BCI/Camp Alonim while individual chapters from synagogues throughout the Far West region host kinnusim/retreats. VBS Members - $85 / Non-VBS Members - $115 For any Youth Department questions, please contact Director of Youth Engagement, Camryn Kruger at (818) 530-4025 or ckruger@vbs.org. read less

    • WTY (Wise Temple Youth) of Stephen Wise Temple: Ensuring Teens a Vibrant Jewish Life

    • Location: City;Valleys
    • Address: 15500 Stephen S. Wise Dr. Los Angeles, CA, 90077
    • Age Group: 7th-12th grades
    • Contact Email: wty@wisela.org
    • Contact Phone: (310) 889-2263
    • Description: Wise Temple Youth (WTY) is about bringing teens together and helping them find where they fit socially and spiritual ...read moreWise Temple Youth (WTY) is about bringing teens together and helping them find where they fit socially and spiritually, while creating experiences that are relevant and meaningful to them now when they need it. We are proud that over one hundred WTY teens are finding their place in Temple life here at Wise through our many WTY opportunities including: Madrichim program (grade 9-12 teacher’s assistants in the Religious School) Leaders-in-Training and Co-Counselors (grade 10-12) at Camp Wise NFTY retreat participants (grade 9-12 national Jewish youth group) Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girls Thing (grade 7-11 at WTY on Sundays) Hot Topics for High School (grade 9-12 at WTY on Sundays) Shevet Achim: The Brotherhood (grade 7 at WTY on Sundays) WTY Student Board (grade 9-12) Freedom School servant leader interns B'nai Mitzvah Project Planning and Training If you are interested in getting involved, contact us at wty@wisela.org or 310.889.2263. Address: 15500 Stephen S. Wise Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90077; Website: http://www.wisela.org/WTY/ read less