TAS has been my spiritual home for over 40 years. It has been a great place to raise children with…read moregreat programming, Jewish values for a modern world, and form lifelong friendships for the entire family. Starting with preschool, religious school, bar and bat mitzvah training, confirmation, adult education and social experiences, TAS has given us excellent Temple experiences which continue today. The community support within the congregation is always there....in good times and in the difficult times. We welcome Rabbi Becky Hoffman to continue our tradition of inclusive membership.....singles, families, young and older, interfaith families....anyone looking for a quality Jewish experience within a beautiful campus and community.

As a longtime member of this warm, inclusive and loving community, I was asked to interview our new…read morerabbi Becky Hoffman. I discovered a woman with a myriad of enviable attributes, including her passion for Judaism. Rabbi Hoffman knew she would find her life's work in a synagogue as a youngster and honed her skills at religious school Jewish camp and as a Judaic Studies student at UC San Diego. She loves teaching and believes in positive psychology to help children have a good sense of self and has implemented a "gratitude attitude" into curriculums she has created. She is adept at teaching both children and adults, and has served as a teacher at the Melton School of Adult Learning, as well as Jewish day schools. In the first weeks of her tenure at TAS, I have observed her warmth and her eagerness to meet with various temple groups--from past presidents to auxiliaries to the ECEC parents. In the most difficult of times, she has already become a positive force and graces our bema with her intellect, her reflections and a maturity beyond her years. She said, "Our partnership at TAS is to be on this path together. This is not my journey; it is our journey." I invite anyone who is interested in a providing their children with a Jewish education, looking for a Jewish community that cares for its members and a bright, engaging rabbi to call Aaron Solomon, Executive Director at 818-360-2258 for membership information and how to access our online programs and services.

Rabbi Rifkin is a great and wise man. I have never felt more welcomed by a man and his community…read more Warm and inviting. I would give 10000 stars if I could. Love this place!

This is one of the most welcoming and wonderful Chabad's ever! I absolutely love love love the…read moreRivkins! They are beautiful people with a fantastic family and they have family all over the San Fernando Valley! You don't have to be a member to feel welcome here!!! Shabbat with the Rivkins is the best! I have tried many congregations and this by far is one of the best! If there were 10 STARS to give on Yelp I would give them!!!

It is a shame that the 3 negative reviews which have nothing to do with the general Temple have not…read morebeen removed. Yes, the preschool had some issues that were quickly resolved, which is what a responsible Temple board does. This is a wonderful, understanding and helpful Temple. The Rabbi is THE BEST! The members are THE BEST! Although due to having multiple homes in other areas I seldom attend events, I have heavily relied heavily on TRZ for personal issues and religious issues. I have discovered that ONE CALL is all it takes!

Y'all are probably going to come at me for this review, but here it goes…read more As a young adult in my late 20s, I came to this temple hoping to find a Jewish community and connect with people around my age. Unfortunately, that has been extremely difficult. From my experience, the congregation is overwhelmingly made up of people over 50, and there seems to be very few opportunities for people in their 20s and 30s to meet one another and build community. Some members have been welcoming and acknowledged me, while others have made me feel out of place. I even spoke with the rabbi about wanting to meet his daughter (who didn't have a desire to meet me whatsoever and did not acknowledge me at a Hillel event) and other people around my age because I genuinely wanted to develop friendships and become part of a Jewish community. Unfortunately, I never felt that my desire to make those connections was really acknowledged or facilitated. I don't think wanting to meet other young Jewish adults is an unreasonable expectation when you're actively trying to become involved in a congregation. I do want to give credit where it's due. The services are good, the rabbi has always been respectful towards me, and the rabbi has consistently been willing to answer any questions I've had. My criticism isn't really about the religious services themselves. At the end of the day though, one of my biggest reasons for joining a temple was to build community. I simply haven't been able to find that here with people in my age group. If you're in your 20s or 30s and are specifically looking for a congregation with a strong young-adult community, that is something I would keep in mind.

Well I can't stand Northridge and I'm not big on Young Israel's but I love this place. I don't…read morelive around here so I only get to visit on occasion. A very pleasant place. The Rabbi is very nice. It seems like he gives nothing but the best to the community. The congregation is very warm. I feel right at home. I hear they great Cholent on Shabbos. This rumor is all over the SFV. I totally intend on visiting one Shabbos and finding out. I totally recommend this Shul to all Yidden in Northridge and everyone like me who stops through

I genuinely love coming here. The congregation is behind welcoming, and my children love coming for…read morethe Tot Services as well as the religious school. Everyone is always so welcoming, warm, and friendly. They genuinely show love and Tikkun Olam in every way. What a treasure to have found in our community.

Amazing community, cool events, dinners,poker, book club, senior group and great clergy. Rabbi Jon…read morehas been so helpful and added so much to our lives.so glad we found this synagogue. The early childhood center and religious school are play based and fantastic. Great teachers!

I went for a scheduled tour and had a scan copy of my Drivers license (front and back) on my phone…read moreand they wouldn't let me in for my scheduled tour and didn't notify me in advance that I needed to bring a hard copy of my drivers license. Amateur operation, really bad smell in parking lot and lobby area, and it's surrounded by apartment buildings. What a waste of time!!

I love the community. The rabbis and cantors are better than most I have experienced. Its easy to…read morefind people like myself. I am active in TJV as well as the caring community. The available courses are wonderful. We have more than one book club. The preschool is a major draw for young families

Valley Outreach Synagogue Center For Jewish Life is a warm and welcoming synagogue in Calabasas…read morewith Shabbat services twice a month (held in a park during the summer!), incredible music, numerous opportunities for adult education (including Torah, Talmud, Bagels & Banter, Mussar), and social opportunities like Sisterhood, Men's Club, Mitzvah projects, book clubs, and intergenerational programs, and a wonderful religious school! Attend one service and you'll see!!

A very welcoming synagogue. The rabbis are very inspirational. There are many adult educational…read moreopportunities.

Tony M's review was really great to read how hungry he was for observing the high holidays and…read moreexpressing how empty he felt when he couldn't find a synagogues that he and his wife felt comfortable in. I have the same feeling especially when Jewish Holidays are observed. I was married to a Jewish man for 20 years, over 20 years ago. After the divorce I never changed my Jewish last name so when I show up African American, it's usually a surprise. (lol) I do miss celebrating on the high holidays. My daughter married a Jewish man who is so wonderful. They live in Hancock Park and attend at a Synagogue nearby so they have no trouble getting to Temple and they have many Jewish friends. I do observe holidays sometimes with them.

I love this temple and community. When I first came to Makom 30ish years ago, I knew almost nothing…read moreabout my Jewish heritage. At Makom services, for the first time, I felt a spiritual connection. I felt my heart and soul open in a new way. I developed life-long friendships. Together we sing, pray, schmooze, study, wrestle with ethical dilemmas and grow. This community has helped me find more love and meaning in my life.

Small welcoming egalitarian Jewish Renewal synagogue in West San Fernando Valley has an amazing…read moreRabbi, JudiAhavah DelBuergo! LGBTQ+ friendly. Torah study, chavurah (social group of friends), meditation, and great music!