Judaism is certainly a tradition that values the written word. After all, we are known as the People of the Book. But it is also true that a picture is worth a thousand words.
In truth, it is probably some combination of words and images that provide the most inspiration in such a highly visual society.  Therefore, I am embarking on a new project I am calling “InstaTorah.” I hope to send out short inspirational quotes from ancient and modern thinkers each Friday before Shabbat as we enter the new year of 5774.
But in order to do so, I need your help: Calling all Photographers (amateurs and professionals alike), Facebook fans, Pinterest enthusiasts, and Instragram aficionados -- please submit your favorite inspirational photographs over the next few weeks in order to be a part of this InstaTorah project. For copyright reasons, please submit only those photos that you have taken yourself. I will be sure to credit you in the caption.

Founded in 1938 for children of the Holocaust, the pluralistic Leo Baeck Education Center, rooted in the humanistic values of Progressive Judaism and committed to the founders' vision that the State of Israel be a force for good in the world, is one of Israel's finest institutions of values-based academic excellence, community outreach and social action. It also happens to be CBB's twin-communities partner. Don't miss this Friday's Shabbat evening guest speakers, Shahar and Amit, two high school seniors at the Leo Baeck Center School.

We Mourn:
It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Samuel "Stan" Manson. Click here for his full obituary.

It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Norman Salzman, one of our original members and a past president of CBB. Click here for his full obituary.

Ha’Makom yenahem etkhem betokh she’ar avelei Tziyon v’Yerushalayim.
May God console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem

The Jewish Community Center offers a wide variety of activities. Some are listed below. Please contact the JCC at (805)957-1115 or info@sbjf.org, or view the JCC website for more information

The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara is seeking Full and Part Time Jewish Communal Professionals for several positions. The job descriptions are on our website. Interested and qualified candidates should forward their letter of interest and resume to the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara,
524 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
or via email to info@sbjf.org (Subject Line: JFGSB employment).

Share the Pride in Your Jewish Community,
Sponsor a State Street Flag!
125 Jewish Federation Flags will fly on State St., Aug. 30-Sept. 6!
Sponsor one or more flags at a one-time cost of $80 per flag, in
honor or in memory of a loved one, or for a special occasion. They make great (and unique) gifts! Call 957-1115 or sponsor online here.

New class! Just 4 Fun Fitness

With BHY Teacher, Justin Iroff
Get your little ones running, jumping, throwing, tumbling and having fun!
Mondays, 10:00-11:00 am
Cost varies, check the webpage.

Shalom Baby Baskets 
Expecting a baby or know someone who is? Contact Barbara Kuhn at BKuhn@sbjf.org, or sign up here.

Please email Bulletin Board submissions to Samantha Silverman at samantha@cbbsb.org by Wednesday for inclusion in the following Monday email. Ads will run for three weeks, at which point they must be re-submitted for continued inclusion on our website. Click Here for more information and to view past ads.

Help Wanted:
As Nina Gelman-Gans continues to recover from her recent horseback riding accident, she is in particular need of assistance with grocery shopping and meal preparation. The Gelman-Gans have set up a website allowing us to offer help, which requires a simple two-step process. Step one: register as a community member -- you will then receive a confirmation email allowing you to proceed to -- Step two: sign up to help. To view the website to assist click here. The Gelman-Gans are in the San Roque (upper State st.) area.

Upstage Left's production of Cabaret
7:00 p.m.
August 8th, 9th and 10th
Don't miss Temple members David Childs, Aaron Linker, and Allison Lewis Towbes in this production of Cabaret! PG-13 rating.
Santa Barbara High School Theatre
Price: $15 Adults, $10 Kids

Alliance for Living and Dying Well’s Third Fall Film Series
September 20 and 27, and October 4
1:30 p.m.
The Unitarian Society, 1535 Santa Barbara Street
End-of-life as a time of personal growth for everyone involved is the theme of the Alliance for Living and Dying Well’s fall film series. Three entertaining and absorbing films will be shown, small group discussions to follow. Free admission. For information call 845-5314.