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(RE)Defining Zionism: Portraits & Perspectives from a Post-October 7 Israel
Thu, Dec 04 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Join us for a powerful exploration of what Zionism means today. Through intimate photographic portraits and personal interviews, artist Shlomit Levy Bard traveled across Israel—from Haifa to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Beersheva, and the Gaza border—meeting people of every age and background. The resulting images open a window into the complexity of identity, belonging, grief, resilience, and hope in a post–October 7 world. The exhibit will be at Temple Isaiah through the end of January.

6:00 p.m. – Exhibit opens with wine & cheese 7:00 p.m. – Conversation with Shlomit Levy Bard and portrait subject Amos Davidowitz

Come see the faces, hear the stories, and engage in a meaningful exploration of identity, narrative, and the evolving definition of Zionism.

About the Work

Zionism at its core refers to the Jewish national movement, but interpretations vary widely. In the wake of October 7, particularly on U.S. college campuses including UCLA, the term has increasingly become weaponized by those with extreme ideologies, antisemitic intentions, or ambitions to deny Israel’s right to exist. This project invites subjects and viewers to explore their understanding of Zionism through photographic portraits and interviews with people living in Israel. Shlomit traveled throughout Israel—from Haifa to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Beersheva, and the Gaza border—meeting people of all ages, and representing a wide range of religious, ideological, and cultural backgrounds and beliefs. The imagery and text of those she met reveal a striking diversity of perspectives even within Israel, and challenge viewers to wrestle with their preconceived understanding of Zionism. Driven by empathy and curiosity, the work explores the complexities of this issue through the lens of the artist’s own dual cultural experience, resulting in soulful portraits that reflect the interplay between personal and collective identities.

About the Artist

Shlomit Levy Bard emigrated to Los Angeles from Israel at a young age, carrying a deep connection to her homeland. After graduating magna cum laude in Political Science from UCLA, she began her photography career as a photojournalist. She worked for organizations including The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and the Associated Press. During that time, she earned multiple awards from the National Press Photographers Association and Women in Photojournalism. Her work has been shown in numerous juried exhibits and collected privately. Founding Studio SLB Photography in 2008, Shlomit expanded her artistic practice to include a diverse range of commissioned work for hundreds of families and individuals globally. Now, she returns to her early passion for documentary portraiture, capturing images that reflect the authentic complexity of her subjects. Known for her intuitive approach, Shlomit brings warmth and empathy to her craft, creating images that transcend the physical form to reveal a profound sense of presence and connection.



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Fri, Dec 05 06:15 PM - 07:15 PM
We warmly welcome you to join us at Temple Isaiah for prayer, song, and community on Friday evening. We look forward to celebrating Shabbat with you! Please note that an RSVP is required to attend services in person. On the first Shabbat of each month, we also celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. Services will also be streamed to our Vimeo channel, website & Facebook page.

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RABBI DARA FRIMMER

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Dara Frimmer serves as the Senior Rabbi of Temple Isaiah since July 2018.

Her educational background is in Feminist Studies and Religious Studies. She received a BA from Stanford University in 1998 and a Masters in Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School in 2001.

During her years in NYC, Dara completed her second unit of hospital chaplaincy, taught “Introduction to Judaism” at the 92nd Street Y, and led trips to Latin America with American Jewish World Service. As a rabbinic intern, she served two years at Congregation Kol Ami in White Plains, NY. In 2005 she was selected as the Marshall T. Meyer Rabbinic Fellow at Congregation B’nai Jeshurun where she taught, led services, and helped to grow Tze’irim, the 20’s-30’s group.

Since joining the Isaiah community in 2007 as Assistant Rabbi, Dara is engaged in every aspect of congregational and life cycle events, with a focus on social justice issues, Israel, and religious education.

In her free time, Dara can be found shopping at the local farmer’s market or pretending to follow Wisconsin sports teams. 

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RABBI ZOE KLEIN MILES

Rabbi

Rabbi Zoë Klein Miles serves as the Director of Adult Education and Engagement at Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles, California, where she brings her unique blend of innovation, tradition, creativity, and wisdom. A Connecticut native, Rabbi Klein holds a degree in psychology from Brandeis University. She received a master’s degree in Hebrew literature and rabbinic ordination from Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in New York and Jerusalem.

Zoe partners with colleagues and congregants in bringing meaningful relationship-building programs, experiences, and learning opportunities to Temple Isaiah. She supports the amazing work of many small communities within our Temple family including Small Groups, ChaiVillageLA, Isaiah Women, Torah study and bereavement.

Zoe’s most recent book is the collection of short stories Candle, Feather, Wooden Spoon (CCAR Press, 2023) about which Kirkus Reviews wrote, “Klein presents a collection of original Jewish parables for all ages, told in the tradition of rabbinic legends and folktales. … Lovely and entertaining folklore and parables that can proudly stand beside others in their tradition.” She is also the author of the novel Drawing in the Dust (Gallery Books, 2009), the children’s story The Goblins of Knottingham: A History of Challah (Apples & Honey, 2017), and The Scroll of Anatiya (Wipf and Stock, 2009). Rabbi Klein Miles’s writing is included in The Torah: A Women’s Commentary, Teen Texts, Holy Ground: A Gathering of Voices on Caring for Creation, The Sacred Exchange: Creating a Jewish Money Ethic, and more. Her poems and prayers are used in houses of prayer around the world. 

Rabbi Zoë Klein

RABBI JACLYN COHEN

Associate Rabbi

Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen serves Temple Isaiah as its Associate Rabbi. Born and raised in West LA, Rabbi Cohen earned her BA in Religious Studies & Music from UC Davis. She spent two years working as a cantorial soloist, community builder and educator in several Bay Area synagogues and Jewish organizations before entering Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion’s rabbinic program in Los Angeles. During rabbinical school Rabbi Cohen was fortunate to intern at several local congregations including Temple Israel of Hollywood and Kehillat Israel of the Palisades; additionally, she earned her MA in Jewish Education from the Rhea Hirsch School at HUC-JIR. Following her 2014 ordination Rabbi Cohen joined the clergy team of Temple De Hirsch Sinai in Seattle and Bellevue, Washington. 

Since 2018 Rabbi Cohen has served on Temple Isaiah’s clergy team, initially with a focus on music and ritual and now working closely with preschool and K12, Young(ish) Families and The Neighborhood. As a musician, artist, and writer, Rabbi Cohen’s background is eclectic, creative, and representative of what it means to create a unique kind of 21st-century rabbinate. She has led rock bands, published articles & curricula, launched programs grounded in innovation and inclusion, participated in fellowships focused on interfaith engagement, and proudly collaborates on initiatives that keep synagogue life relevant and meaningful for this generation and those to come.

Outside the synagogue she is a contributor to Kveller as well as the Jewish Daily Forward, Hey Alma and The Chalkboard Mag. She is one third of the musical collaboration project Kosi R’vayah (Hebrew for “my cup overflows”) with Gabriel Mann and Cantor Tifani Coyot. She is a fierce advocate for birth justice, reproductive freedom, Epilepsy awareness and maternal & mental health. Rabbi Cohen is a certified yoga teacher and aspiring electric guitar soloist. She and her family live in Culver City. 

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CANTOR RANDALL SCHLOSS

Cantor

Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Cantor Randall Schloss is proud to join Temple Isaiah. Previously, Cantor Schloss served Temple Israel of New Rochelle, NY and Temple Ohabei Shalom in Brookline, MA. Throughout his cantorate, Cantor Schloss has sought to create an environment of engaging, participatory worship through a rich blend of musical traditions, including his own compositions. He is equally at ease chanting our most sacred and traditional High Holy Day melodies, conducting choirs at a soulful Gospel Shabbat, inspiring children in fun family worship, and leading diverse volunteer and professional musical ensembles in joyous and uplifting worship. 

After a varied career in music as a classical singer both on the opera stage and in concert, as a teacher of voice and music theory, and as a choral conductor and music director, Cantor Schloss began his journey into the world of Jewish music in 2000 as a singer and composer. His compositions combine traditional liturgy and modern poetry with musical elements of eastern European nusach and chazzanut, Israeli and Sephardic folk music, classical and twentieth century Reform repertoire and contemporary pop and jazz. He writes, “I hope that through a unique blend of styles, my music will engage the congregation as more than singers or listeners, but completely as a praying community.” In 2015 he was chosen for Forward’s Soundtrack of Our Spirit as one of the “best new voices in Jewish Music.” His settings of Elohai N’tsor and Y’varech’cha (B’nei Mitzvah Blessing) have been published by Transcontinental Music and he has been commissioned for three Choral pieces by the Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts.

Cantor Schloss received his Ordination and a Masters Degree in Sacred Music from the Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from Cornell University and a Master of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from the New England Conservatory of Music. He has served on the Executive Board of the American Conference of Cantors and currently serves on the ACC Endowment Board of Trustees. In his spare time, he has been known to run the Boston and New York Marathons, to enjoy a round of golf and to hone his amateur barista skills. Most of all, Cantor Schloss enjoys sharing his love of Judaism and music with his wife, soprano Leah Schloss, and their two daughters, Maya and Sonya (also sopranos!).