Brandeis Conejo/San Fernando Valley

Event Calendar:

03/02/2026
03/05/2026
03/11/2026
04/01-04/09/2026
04/02/2026
05/07/2026
PURIM
Board Meeting
SPECIAL EVENT
PASSOVER
Board Meeting
Board Meeting





Brandeis Conejo Valley/San Fernando Valley Chapter - Latest News

News and Upcoming Events Update:


SAVE THE DATE

"INDEPENDENCE"
A SPECIAL ONE-WOMAN THEATRE PERFORMANCE

Wednesday, March 11, 1:00 p.m.
DE ANZA PARK
3701 Lost Hills Road
Calabasas

SPACE IS LIMITED. ACT NOW! Q & A with the Actress and Author following the performance

Dr. Mary Walker was a Civil War surgeon and the only woman ever awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, our nation's highest recognition. Her unwavering commitment to service, and her pioneering spirit, continue to inspire generations.


Witness History Unfold
Don't miss the chance to experience this extraordinary story live. "Independence" brings Dr. Mary Walker's incredible journey, struggles, and triumphs to life on stage. This play inspires audiences by showcasing her contributions and the continued relevance of her story. (Soon to be made into a movie.)


Click here to learn more

Kathie Barnes captivates as Dr. Mary Walker, bringing her powerful story to life. An accomplished actress, Kathie has graced film, television, and digital platforms, with notableroles in, All My Children and Deception.



From The Visionary Playwright Lloyd J. Schwartz

Lloyd J. Schwartz, has been a successful TV, motion picture and theatre producer, director and author. He has written and/or produced episodes of many series, including The Brady Bunch, Alice, Love: American Style, The Love Boat, The A Team, and many more.


In theatre he has been equally versatile and has written, produced, and directed comedies, dramas, and musicals. Many of his plays are historical.





Dear BNC members,
I'm writing to share with you an informative video about the Brandeis engineering science program. In this video, a professor and two students explain in a very accessible way Brandeis' interdisciplinary approach to engineering and how students turn ideas into solutions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_JdjwWABUU

Thank you!
Ingrid Schorr (she/her/hers)
Director, Brandeis National Committee
Brandeis University
Learn how BNC is supporting the future of engineering education

Monthly
BNC Online Chapter
Men's Current Event Study Group

NEW National Current Events Group
Second Tuesday of every month
4-5:30 pm ET / 1-2:30 pm PT

Formerly for men only, now open to men and women. You are invited to join a monthly discussion of issues of immediate interest. Share your opinions and hear a diversity of opinions from BNC members around the country. Join this National experience of creating and nurturing relationships over Zoom.

The group is led by Paul Fisher, retired mediator/arbitrator/attorney and BNC member.
Questions? Contact Paul at poluxe2015@gmail.com.
Space is limited to the first 15 who register.

CLICH HERE FOR New registration link: CLICH HERE

BRUNCH AND COMEDY WITH FRITZ COLEMAN AS HE TALKS ABOUT "THE JOYS OF BEING A CERTAIN AGE", held last WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 at the CALABASAS COUNTRY CLUB. This sold out event was a lot of fun following delicious lunch.

Fritz Coleman - five time Emmy Award-Winning, Stand-Up Comedian and former NBC Weathercaster made us laugh and laugh some more!


CONEJO VALLEY/SAN FERNANDO VALLEY CHAPTER EVENT

HOW SWEET IS YOUR PASSOVER?

Held on Monday, MARCH 31, at VILLAGE HOMES CLUBHOUSE in WESTLAKE VILLAGE

We tasted INTERNATIONAL PASSOVER DESSERTS prepared by our very own CHEFS, and enjoy Rabbi Lisa Bock presentation about the sweetness of this holiday.
Music lecturer, Neal Brostoff showcase music about the "shidduch" (marriage) of Jewish food and music. His career has included solo performances with the L.A. Philharmonic. Mr. Brostoff has recently focused on music of the Polish-Jewish experience, with local performances and presentations in several Polish cities.

Bags of nonperishable items for Manna Food Bank were collected as well.
Thank everyone who made this event a huge sucess!



Brandeis Story - READ HERE!

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