TBA OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVOLVEMENTPlease return this form with your Membership Renewal

Please contact me/us about involvement in TBA program(s) as follows:

n Bait Midrash Learningn Deliver Welcome Baskets to New Membersn Serve as a “buddy” family / individual for a new membern Serve as a Greeter on Shabbat or Holidaysn Drive an elderly member to Servicesn Prepare a meal for a family during Shivan Participate in Daily Minyan or a Shiva Minyann Volunteer in the Lainer Library during or after school hoursn Volunteer in the Temple office for special mailings during business hoursn Make outreach phone calls to prospective or returning TBA membersn Hesed Committee (helps members whose circumstances evoke a need for acts of loving kindness)n Sisterhoodn Young Women’s Societyn TBA Men’s Societyn Beth Am Networking Group (BANG)n Young Adults @ Beth Am (YABA) for ages 20 - 39n Jewlyweds (for Newly married and engaged couples)n Ravakim (Singles 40s-50s)n Opportunities for Adult Learning (list particular topic(s) of interest, if known:

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n Membership Committeen House & Groundsn Budget & Financen Youth Commissionn Ritual Committeen Israel Committeen Social Action Committeen Green Teamn Parent Association for the Day School

n Parent Association for the ECCn Parent Association for the Religious Schooln Purim Carnivaln Other __________________________________n I would like to see the following program(s) offered at TBA:

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION IN TEMPLE BETH AM!

Name(s)_____________________________________________ email____________________________________

Phone: day__________________________________________ eve______________________________________

I would consider participation on the following Temple committee(s):

TEMPLE BETH AM ENDOWMENT FUNDThe Temple Beth Am Endowment Fund perpetually benefits our shul and schools by funding annual payments for scholarships, youth programs, facility enhancement and much more. Consider an Endowment Gift along with your Membership; contact Jane Zuckerman at jzuckerman@tbala.org (310) 652-7354 x205 for details regarding planned gifts and naming opportunities.

SISTERHOODThe Sisterhood of TBA offers every woman the opportunity to share common interests, develop lasting friendships, and to be part of one of the most vital organizations in the Jewish world, the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism. We are guided by our mission: “To strengthen, unite and support women in their efforts to understand and perpetuate Conservative Judaism in the home, synagogue and community, and reinforce their bonds with Israel and Jews worldwide.”

Our programs and fundraising benefit TBA, Pressman Academy, The Youth Department, Camp Ramah Scholarships and the Jewish community at large.

TBA Sisterhood invites you to join us on our mission. Email or call our President Rosana Chermisqui at rcmediation@gmail.com or (310) 435-1160.

YOUNG WOMEN’S SOCIETYYoung Women’s Society provides an exciting social opportunity within the Temple Beth Am community where Jewish women 30-45 can connect and create life-long friendships. YWS events will provide our members with an opportunity to relax and try new activities within a supportive circle of friends. For more information please email yws@tbala.org.

MEN’S SOCIETYThe Temple Beth Am Men’s Society was founded to meet the unique communal, social, and Jewish spiritual needs of the Temple’s men. We provide fun and dynamic social, athletic and tikkun olam opportunities that help our members forge and strengthen friendships. Our central mission is to bring the Temple’s men together as part of a single kehila. Our Men’s Society provides an avenue for men to come together by combining non-shul based activities with a Jewish component. For information regarding upcoming events visit www.tbala.org/men.

YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Temple Beth Am Youth Department encourages a love of Judaism in children and teenagers through engaging programming and fosters connections among young Jews with each other and with the larger Jewish community. The Youth Department offers two age appropriate programs. For more information, contact our Youth Director Alana Levitt at (310) 652-7354 x212 or alevitt@tbala.org, or visit www.tbala.org/youth.

KadimaKadima (4-6th grade) meets twice a month and enjoys activities such as sushi making, holiday lounge nights, bowling, laser tag and their very own Kadima Kinnus weekend at Camp Ramah. Weekday and weekend programs are offered to fit everyone’s schedule.

USY (Jr. & Sr.)USY (7th - 12th grade) provides social, religious, educational, and social-action programming. TBA USY is affiliated with Far West Region United Synagogue Youth, joining TBA USYers in activities with other teenagers from around the Pacific Southwest. The teen-led board plans events and takes a greater leadership role within the synagogue and greater community.

BETH AM NETWORKING GROUPBANG’s core mission is to foster economic growth within the TBA community by bringing together today’s and tomorrow’s professionals, executives, & entrepreneurs within the TBA community, by focusing on three elements of networking: business development, mentorship and internship.

MERCAZ USA, the Zionist Organization of the Conservative MovementMERCAZ USA is the voice of American Conservative Jews for Israel. MERCAZ is the voice for rabbis and laypeople, men and women, young people and seniors - in short, for every Conservative Jew - who wants to be counted for Israel. Additional information is enclosed. The Rabbis, Officers and Board of Trustees of Temple Beth Am encourage you to join (or renew your membership in) MERCAZ.

When you renew your Temple Beth Am Membership, consider additional participation in the following:

Summer 2013

Dear Temple Beth Am Member,

Temple Beth Am is truly blessed to be one of the warmest, most active, enthusiastic and knowledgeable synagogue communities in Southern California. We are looking forward to another wonderful year, and are excited to welcome Rabbi Yechiel Hoffman as our first Director of Youth Learning and Engagement. Rabbi Hoffman will join our Senior Staff with a focus of bringing new vitality to our Youth Programs and Religious School.

Now is the time to renew your TBA membership for the 2013-2014 year. Please complete the membership renewal forms in this booklet and indicate your preferences for:

• High Holiday Tickets • Sisterhood • Mercaz• Book of Remembrance • United Synagogue Youth (USY) • Volunteer Sign-Up

In addition, please review the enclosed Member Questionnaire, which shows all of the information that is in our computer database for you and your family; please make any changes and be sure to include a current e-mail address where applicable.

Updated information on our Jeremiah Society is also inside, and we encourage you to consider this approach to tzedakah as a way to provide meaningful and needed support for our synagogue. In addition, we hope that you will participate in some of the many programs and committees that keep our congregation vibrant; please let us know how you would like to be involved.

We are acutely aware of the significant challenges that continue to affect many of us through the current economic climate. As a result, the Board of Trustees made a decision not to increase dues this year; our only increase is to our Security and Facility fees. Security remains of the utmost importance to all of us, and the facility fees will allow us to continue to properly maintain our building.

Temple Beth Am does its best to ensure that no one is turned away from synagogue membership because of finances. If you are in need of assistance, we encourage you to contact our Executive Director, Sheryl Goldman, to discuss your situation. The process for dues accommodation is confidential and discreet. Let us know if you need help.

The High Holidays are very early this year, just after Labor Day, so it is important that you complete and return the last two pages of the renewal booklet, along with any updates to the Member Questionnaire, by August 1st. Forms are also available online at www.tbala.org/renewal. Please call our Executive Director, Sheryl Goldman, or her assistant Ariana Shane at (310) 652-7354 x223 if you have any questions regarding dues, a payment plan, or High Holiday seating. They will be happy to assist you.

We look forward to your continued participation in our Temple Beth Am community and to sharing another year with you. May it be a year of blessing, sustenance, good health and peace.

B’shalom,

Ronald K. Alberts Rabbi Adam Kligfeld Linda Salem Sheryl GoldmanPresident V.P Membership Executive Director

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Hall of Memories Plaques Please consider permanently honoring your loved ones by reserving a plaque in Temple Beth Am’s Hall of Memories. In accordance with Jewish tradition, we mark the memories of our loved ones by symbolically kindling a flame at each plaque during the week of yahrzeit and during all Yizkor Memorial Services. Family members receive a personalized letter annually letting them know when the yahrzeit occurs and all names that appear on plaques are automatically included in a general listing in the Book of Remembrance. To reserve a plaque, please complete the information below for each plaque ordered. For assistance, contact Cori Drasin, Life Cycle Coordinator at (310) 652-7354 X210 or visit: www.tbala.org/memory to reserve your plaque(s) online.

Remembered by: _________________________________ Phone or Email:______________________________

In Memory of: ___________________________________ Hebrew Name:_______________________________

Date of Death: ___________________________________ Relationship:_________________________________

In Memory of: ___________________________________ Hebrew Name:_______________________________

Date of Death: ___________________________________ Relationship:_________________________________

Plaque Donation @ $450 each:___________________

vfrck oburfz________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Remembered by:_______________________________________ Contribution in Memory $____________

Attach additional sheets if necessary.

Book of RemembranceRemembering plays an important role in the Jewish life cycle. As we approach Yom Kippur, our Temple Beth Am Book of Remembrance 2013/5774 will be produced as a loving reminder of those dearly departed whose families remember them with love. It will be distributed to the entire congregation. This booklet includes special prayers and meditations to help those who are bereaved or observing yahrzeit and is used throughout the year when the Yizkor memorial prayers are recited.

Please print name(s) below exactly as you would like them to appear in the Book of Remembrance. As a guide, it is suggested that a minimum of $18 per name be contributed. Larger gifts, prompted by your own generosity, will be gratefully received and acknowledged.

May their memory be a blessing

Shir Hadash-Sanctuary Traditional services led by our Senior clergy.

Library MinyanThe Library Minyan is a participatory, lay-led, davening and learning community that blends traditional observance with a fully modern and egalitarian approach to Jewish living. During the High Holidays volunteers prepare and deliver the d’rashot, which offer personal and often unique interpretations of the Torah portions.

BAIT Tefillah ServiceThe BAIT Tefillah service is a spirited and participatory service known for being informal and family-friendly. Various sections of the service are explained, and congregational participation is especially encouraged. BAIT Tefillah meets across the street from the Temple at the Ionic Lodge.

DATES TO REMEMBERSelichot - A Musical Service Under the StarsSaturday night, August 31

Erev Rosh Hashanah - Wednesday, September 4Open seating in the Sanctuary for all ticket holders.New Year’s Blessings by Rabbi Jacob Pressman

First Day Rosh Hashanah - Thursday, September 5

Second Day Rosh HashanahFriday, September 6

Tashlich at Santa Monica Beach - Sunday, September 8Visit www.tbala.org/family or call x215 for more information.

Kol Nidre - Friday, September 13

Yom Kippur - Saturday, September 14

More specific details regarding High Holiday services will be listed on the back of your tickets or can be found at www.tbala.org/hhd.

Sukkot: Wednesday night, September 18 - Wednesday, September 25

Shemini Atzeret: Wednesday night, September 25 / Thursday September 26

Simchat Torah: Thursday night, September 26 / Friday September 27

Purchase a new Mahzor in this packet or online at www.tbala.org/mahzorSign up for Sukkah Match at www.tbala.org/sukkahmatch

Purchase Arba Minim (Lulav/Etrog) at www.pressmanacademy.org/youth

High Holiday Services and other related items

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STEP ONE: CHOOSE A MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY

SCHOOL FAMILY Includes 2 High Holiday Tickets Dues are included as part of your tuition contract.

BASIC n Two-Adult Household (includes 2 tickets) $3,035 / $2,950*

n One-Adult Household (includes 1 ticket) $1,520 / $1,475*

JEREMIAH SOCIETYPlease see the enclosed Jeremiah brochure, and indicate your desired level of participation starting at $3,600 above dues and fees.

n Yes! I would like to support TBA/Pressman Academy

as a member of the Jeremiah Society at the

$ _____________ Level

YOUNG ADULTS (Under age 35; no Religious School or Day School privileges)

n Two-Adult Household (includes 2 tickets) $1,485 / $1,440*

n One-Adult Household (includes 1 ticket) $745 / $720*

COLLEGE STUDENT (Full-time, w/ID; no Religious School or Day School privileges)

n Two-Adult Household (if both are students): $350

n Individual Student Membership: $175

AFFILIATE (No High Holiday seats, no School privileges)

n Two-Adult Household $720 / $700*

n One-Adult Household $385 / $375*

*Discount for paying with cash or check

2013-2014 TEMPLE BETH AM MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

STEP TWO: CHOOSE YOUR HIGH HOLIDAY SEATINGHIGH HOLIDAY SEATING - Two-Adult Household Membership entitles you to two High Holiday seats; One-Adult Membership entitles you to one seat. Please indicate the Service of your choice. Note that all seats in the Sanctuary are reserved; other Services have open seating.

Members are invited to purchase extra High Holiday tickets for family. Please indicate your request on the next page.

Sanctuary: Main Floor: $450 Sanctuary: Loge: $375Sanctuary: Assigned as available: $300 Library Minyan: $200 Bait Tefillah: $200

Everyone age 13 and above is required to have a ticket to attend any Temple Beth Am High Holiday Service. Seats must also be purchased for children under age 13 in the Sanctuary. Enrollment for Childcare and Youth Services (ages 6 mos. and up) is available online at tbala.org/hhdyouth; Please contact Reut Rozen Sklar at rsklar@tbala.org.

STEP THREE: ADDITIONAL PARTICIPATIONThe Book of Remembrance is distributed at Yom Kippur Yizkor Memorial service. Please use the form on page 6 to submit names. Suggested donation of $18 per name. NOTE: All names must be submitted by 8/15/2013.

Mercaz Dues: $500 Benefactor • $250 Donor $100 Sponsor • $54 Family • $36 Individual • $12 Student

TBA Sisterhood Membership: $35 (includes $10 per capita for International Women’s League)

Youth Department Membership: USY (grades 7-12) $90/youth Kadima (grades 4-6) $70/youth 8th graders get a gift membership

Lev Shalem High Holiday Mahzor: $36(for yourself or to donate to TBA)

Contribution to the TBA Endowment Fund

Use this worksheet to complete the form on the following page.

All member names are included in our Membership Directory. n Check here if you do NOT want your contact information listed.

MEMBERSHIP TYPE (from step 1)

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n SCHOOL FAMILY

n Check here if you will NOT be using your tickets this year.

Please continue to Step Two for Seating requests.

MEMBERSHIP DUES (from step 1) $______________

Facility Fee: $200 $______________Security Assessment: n $300 per couple n $200 per single $______________

LOCATION OF HIGH HOLIDAY TICKETS (from step 2)

n Sanctuary

n Library Minyan

n BAIT Tefillah (Ionic Lodge)

Extra High Holiday Tickets ______ # of tickets

at $________ per ticket. (see schedule on other page) $______________

ADDITIONAL PARTICIPATION (from step 3)Book of Remembrance Donation amount List names on reverse of page 6. $______________

Mercaz Dues: $______________

TBA Sisterhood Membership: $______________

Youth Department Membership:

USY (grades 7-12) $______________

Kadima (grades 4-6) $______________

All youth who have celebrated or will celebrate their Bar/Bat Mitzvah at TBA are gifted by the congregation their 8th grade Jr. USY membership. Applications & medical forms must be completed to finalize membership.

PURCHASE THE LEV SHALEM HIGH HOLIDAY MAHZOR(S)

for yourself:_______(# of mahzors) x $36 $______________

Please note: TBA encourages all members to have their own Mahzor for worship.

DONATE A HIGH HOLIDAY MAHZOR

to TBA : _______ (# of mahzors) x $36

$______________

In Honor of __________________________________

In Memory of _________________________________

I would like to make the following contribution to the TBA Endowment Fund:

$______________

NAME(S) OF ADULT MEMBER(S):as you would like them to appear on mailings/directory.

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TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: $_______________

AMOUNT ENCLOSED: $_______________

n Check n Credit Card

IF BALANCE REMAINS, CHECK PAYMENT PLAN:

n First payment of 50% enclosed; balance must be paid by 12/31/13.

n 10 Equal Monthly Payments (by Credit Card only).

CREDIT CARD:

n MasterCard n VISA n DISCOVER

Card No. ___________________________________

Expiration _______/________

Name on Card _______________________________

Billing Address _______________________________

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Signature ___________________________________

Email ______________________________________

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