Adat Shalom Synagogue West L.A.

The stage served many purposes over the years…our bimah, a performance stage, and a great place for kids to run around during kiddish! Do you remember running around on the Adat Shalom stage?

The renovation continues with the stage now fully removed.

Now you see it, now you don’t! And away it goes! Keep your eyes on Adat Shalom -things they are a changin’

The restroom renovation continues, and work has now begun in the hallway. Exciting progress is being made every day!

The restroom renovation is now underway.
This marks the next step in the ongoing transformation of the Social Hall and its supporting facilities.

The renovation continues with the stage now fully removed.

Social Hall Renovation Progress Report:
June 2, 2026 — Stage Removal Begins
The renovation officially begins with the removal of the stage.
This marks the first step in transforming the social hall into its new design.

Tonight, we gather in celebration of community, friendship, and the shared spirit that brings us together.
Thank you to everyone joining us for Party on the Patio. What a beautiful evening.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Kristallnacht Commemoration Event presented by Adat Shalom Synagogue West L.A. on Sunday, November 9.

It was a powerful program featuring “Requiem Ebraico” by survivor Eric Zeisl, conducted by our Maestra, and performed by Kol Ha’Am: Voice of the People Choir, the newest program of the LAJS. Featured artists included vocal soloists Cantors Mark Childs, Elizabeth Kerstein, and Lisa Peicott, and LA Philharmonic cellist Barry Gold. We were also honored to have E Randol Schoenberg, Esq. speak about the musical legacy and memory of his grandfather, Eric Zeisl.

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🎤 Spotlight on Cantorial Soloist Elizabeth Kerstein

Cantorial Soloist Elizabeth Kerstein joined Temple Ahavat Shalom in 2021, where she helps shape the spiritual life of the community through music, teaching, and worship. Before her cantorial career, Elizabeth was a classical vocalist and music educator, performing with opera companies in Baltimore, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Pasadena, and serving as alto soloist at several prominent congregations, including Sinai Temple and Temple Judea.

Join us for a special Kristallnacht commemoration event featuring “Requiem Ebraico” by survivor Eric Zeisl — a moving musical tribute to his father and the victims of the Shoah.

📍 Location: Adat Shalom Synagogue West L.A., Westwood

🎟 Tickets:

General Admission (GA): $25

GA + Valet Parking: $35

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