Beit HaLev’s community prays for Israel, the Israel Defense Forces, the safe return of all hostages and a swift end to the Israel-Hamas War. “Beshalach” (When [Pharaoh] let the people go) is the name of this week’s Parashah from Exodus 14:15-16:10. Maftir is Exodus 17:14-16. This week’s Shabbat is called Shabbat Shirah, the Sabbath of Song, because the Israelites burst into a song of

Meetings for the Atherton Ward are held at 6500 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. Sacrament service is held every Sunday at 9 a.m., followed in the second hour by Sunday School on the first and third Sundays, and Relief Society and Elders Quorum on the second and fourth Sundays. Primary classes for children are held every Sunday during the second hour. Members who are unable to attend Sacrament services

“Bonjour! Parlez vous francais?” The French Club is an opportunity for residents to listen to fluent French speakers and to join in the conversation when they feel ready. It is not a French class. There are no lessons involved. This club is perfect for people who used to speak French well, but have forgotten a lot of the grammar over the years through lack of practice. Those who

iPads, including data plans and free training, were recently given to several members of the Sunshine Club, Women’s Club and the Filipino Association by the First District Supervisor Andrew Do. The state funded program allows older adults to stay connected virtually. Individuals receiving the iPads can access classes in IPADS, page 16 several different languages to learn how to use them on