Monthly Archives: August 2011

Is This A Heat Wave?

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Luke Ford

Today was supposed to be the crest of the worst heat wave to hit Los Angeles this year. It doesn’t seem so bad in Pico-Robertson. I walked to the bank this morning at 9 and it did feel a bit … Continue reading →

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New Program For Modern Orthodox Women

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Luke Ford

August 18, 2011 Dear Community Members, As the summer comes to a close and we prepare to begin the new year of 5772/2011-2012, we would like to inform you of an exciting new program that will be coming to our … Continue reading →

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How To Dramatically Improve Your Life While Spending Little Money

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Luke Ford

Many of the below options have helped me. Are you interested in inexpensive acupuncture? YoSan (on Washington Blvd in Culver City) and Emperors College (in Santa Monica) have community clinics that charge about $40 per session. You can get low-cost … Continue reading →

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Beth Jacob Ready For A New Cantor

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Luke Ford

The current cantor is old school. I think the shul is ready for someone new. I think they want more congregational singing. Most Jews I know prefer congregational singing to listening to a cantorial solo. Dennis Prager in particular is … Continue reading →

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Torah Talk With Luke, Rabbs! Parashat Ekev (Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25)

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Luke Ford

Luke Ford writes: I discuss the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Rabbs Mondays at 7:00 pm PST on my live cam and on YouTube. Facebook Fan Page. This week we study Parashat Ekev (Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25).

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I’m Looking To Rent A Room/Guest House/Apartment In Pico-Robertson

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Luke Ford

After more than 14 years, I need to move out of my current place Oct. 1. Email me any tips at lukeisback@gmail.com. I’m looking for practice students who are willing to commit to at least ten lessons. They will primarily … Continue reading →

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The LINK Kollel Opens A Shul In Pico-Robertson

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Luke Ford

Email: With great and bursting praise to the Almighty, we formally announce the beginning of the New LINK Shul – an offshoot of the LINK Kollel. Where will the shul be located? In our Kollel, 1453 Robertson – corner of … Continue reading →

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The Cardiff Tower Oil Rig And Beverly Hills High School

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Luke Ford

From Amazon.com: “This timely exposé reveals Erin Brockovich’s role in inciting public fear regarding the oil well at Beverly Hills High School. The author describes how Brockovich’s methods to link the oil well with cancer occurrences in former students were … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Prices Have Dropped About 20% In Pico-Robertson Since 2007

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Luke Ford

Based on anecdotes from real estate agents, I’ve learned that condos that sold for $600,000 in the Pico-Robertson area in 2007 now go for about $520,000. On the other hand, rents have not decreased. They’ve been going up steadily over … Continue reading →

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Parashat Va’etchannan (Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11)

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Luke Ford

I discuss the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Rabbs this Monday at 12:30 pm PST on my live cam and on YouTube. Facebook Fan Page. This week we study Parashat Va’etchannan (Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11). Kirk emails: Is someone allowed to make … Continue reading →

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