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1 ❚ Our Jewish Community . . . . . . .14 2 ❚ Jewish Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 3 ❚ Lifecycle Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Lifecycle Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Birth, Adoption & Circumcision . . . . . 18 Bar & Bat Mitzvah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Confirmation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Mikvah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Chanukat Habayit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Marriage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Death. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

4 ❚ Religious Life & Congregations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Religious & Rabbinical Organizations. . . 29 Congregations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Interfaith Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

5 ❚ Agencies & Organizations . . . . 47 Federations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 JCC’s and Campuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Public Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Community Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Holocaust & Tolerance Programs. . . . . 57

6 ❚ Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Family Service Agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Émigré Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Career Coaching & Advising . . . . . . . . 60 Grants & Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Health, Healing & Medical . . . . . . . . . . 64 Counseling & Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 LGBT Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Homeless Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Volunteer Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Material Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 6

7 ❚ Kids & Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Family Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Educational Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Preschools & Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Day Schools & High Schools . . . . . . . . 78 Afterschool Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Special Needs Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Hebrew & Sunday Schools . . . . . . . . . . 83 Midrashot & Havurot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Teen Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Overnight Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

12 ❚ Jewish Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Film & Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Periodicals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Radio & Television. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Websites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

13 ❚ Culture, Arts & Judaica . . . . .122 Ceremonial Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Museums & Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Art & Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Judaica, Books & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Genealogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Yiddish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Street Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Music & Choruses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Folk Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

8 ❚ College & Adult Education . . .91 College Education & Campus Life . . . . 91 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Adult Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

9 ❚ Socializing & Schmoozing . . .98

14 ❚ Simchas & Celebrations . . . . . .128 Banquet & Sanctuary Facilities. . . . . . 128 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Chuppah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Ketubot & Invitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Music & Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Party Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Photography & Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Socializing & Networking . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Singles Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Matchmaking Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

10 ❚ Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Comprehensive Services . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Independent Living Support. . . . . . . . 101 Cultural & Social . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Residential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

15 ❚ Food & Nosherei . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Markets & Kosher Food . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Kosher Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Bagels & Bakeries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

11 ❚ Israel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Consulate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Information & Advocacy. . . . . . . . . . . 115 Shlichim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Political Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Social Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Higher Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Fundraising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

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16 ❚ Business & Services . . . . . . . . .146 Accountant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Law Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 ❚

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Welcome to Resource Welcome to the 21st edition of Resource: A guide to Jewish life in the Bay Area. For 21 years Resource has connected newcomers and longtime residents with our vibrant and diverse Jewish community. Each year as we update Resource, we are reminded of the abundance and breadth of services offered by our Jewish community. This year we have updated the process so that agencies and organizations can log on at Jewishresourceguide.com and update their listings. We have also created a PDF version with listings and ads. It is online, and includes links to email addresses and websites. Also, in the near future, there will be a searchable database with longer listings. The Bay Area offers an abundance of synagogues and congregations, Jewish community centers, Holocaust programs, Jewish preschools, Jewish day schools, Jewish high schools, Jewish summer day camps, the world’s largest Jewish film festival and a new landmark Jewish museum. Resource is edited and produced by j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California. You can also find Resource online at www.jewishresourceguide.com with links to most listings just a click away. Whether you use this guide in print or online, we know that you'll find it comprehensive and useful. For more information about Resource, or to order a printed copy of the guide, contact our office at (415) 263-7200 ext. 10 or email info@jweekly.com. If you are interested in getting a four-week free trial subscription to j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California, you may also contact us at the number above. We encourage you to flip through your copy of Resource as soon as it arrives and keep it handy — it’s your best guide to Jewish life in the Bay Area. Shalom!

Cover Art Silver Amulet, Morocco, 19th century, from the collection of the Judah L. Magnes, Berkeley (Gift of Dr. Elliot Zaleznik, accession no. 77.32).

One of the many stunning objects from the Judah L. Magnes collections, this symmetrical silver hamsa (palm-shaped) amulet is characterized by a central panel depicting a hand holding a bundle of leaves surmounted by a bird, a typical motif in Moroccan decorations. It is encapsulated by geometrical and floral decorations around the borders and within the “fingers.” Until the 1950s, when they immigrated to Israel, many of Morocco’s silversmiths and jewelers were Jewish. Amulets in the shape of a hamsa, widespread among the Jewish communities of North Africa and the Middle East, hold deep symbolic values: the five fingers represent the Hebrew letter he (the fifth letter of the alephbet), which in turn stands for God’s name, as well as the Torah (the five Books of Moses). Their popularity is reflected in the contemporary use of the hamsa, as many Jews throughout the world wear pendants in its shape. Founded in 1962, the Magnes is an invaluable Bay Area resource devoted to presenting the history and the cultures of the Jews through objects, texts and archival documents. The collections of the Magnes have helped establishing a broader understanding of Jewish life in California and across the Diaspora, and continue to inspire visitors, artists and scholars. Learn more at www.magnes.org and search the collections online at www.magnesalm.org . Cover design by Cathleen Maclearie. 8

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Justice, justice, they shall pursue Bay Area organizations connect social action to Judaism stacey palevsky | j. staff writer The Bay Area Jewish community offers a tremendous number of ways to plug into being Jewish. Jewish silent retreats. Gospel Shabbats. Jewish food carts. Torah study classes. Morning minyans. But one area in particular is growing rapidly—and its intersection is where social justice and Judaism meet. “Service is a way for Jews to practice Judaism in a really genuine and authentic way,” said Mara Kassoff of the Bureau of Jewish Education. “How awesome is it for Jews of any age to practice Judaism through repairing the world and helping their neighbor?” As the director of Jewish service learning at the BJE, a beneficiary of the S.F.-based Jewish Community Federation, Kassoff is helping Jewish institutions better integrate service, activism and justice, so that those concepts become foundations of an institution’s livelihood. “We want to make service learning a normative part of the experience of the Jewish Bay Area,” Kassoff said. “The goal is to work with as many Bay Area organizations as possible who’d like to recognize service as a way to meet its core mission.” Increasingly, established Jewish organizations are incorporating social justice into their programming and missions. And many of the new and burgeoning Jewish organizations and initiatives have been founded with the idea that social justice is at their core. The idea that Judaism and justice are intrinsically linked is an ancient idea. But 14

the way in which organizations are now focusing on justice, change and activism is new and growing, fast. “It’s no secret that there’s a crisis of lack of affiliation and identification for young people in the Jewish community,” said Jocelyn Berger, Bay Area program director of Pursue: Action for a Just World, formerly the AJWS-AVODAH Partnership.“Social justice provides a broad gateway for people who want their Jewish identity to relate to who they are in the world and not just who they are on Friday night or Saturday morning.” That broad gateway spans a huge array of issues, ideas and initiatives. With Pursue, Berger coordinates Social Justice Shabbat dinners, social justice panel discussions, social justice book clubs, social justice learning circles and social justice networking events. These events focus on a wide range of issues ranging from environmentalism to philanthropy to LGBT issues to education or labor reform. “The Bay Area is a very progressive community and a very unaffiliated one,” Berger said. On the local level, Pursue “fills a niche and a need for young Jews who are interested in working for social change and who want a place in the Jewish community to bring those values.” The increasing popularity of Pursue’s programs—1,200 individuals have attended the organization’s events in the past four years—occurred in tandem with rising awareness from the mainstream Jewish community that putting social justice at center stage brings in unaffiliated or disconnected Jews and also reinvigorates the

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community’s steady base of longtime members. For instance, two Jewish institutions — Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco and the Peninsula Jewish Community Center in Foster City—have called upon Kassoff to help them become institutions of service. That means something slightly different for each organization, but “the overarching goal is… that service be integrated into everything they do,” Kassoff said, so that social justice becomes something that is ongoing and sustainable. Eventually, she hopes “to work with as many Bay Area organizations as possible who’d like to recognize service as a way to meet its core mission.” Three years ago, Congregation EmanuEl decided to hire a full time social justice coordinator. Sandy Rechtschaffen is the only person in a Bay Area synagogue to hold such a paid position. “People now turn to Emanu-El the way they might have turned to their place of employment or their child’s school to do their service,” Rechtschaffen said. Rechtschaffen regularly meets with the board of directors, and often advises the synagogue’s staff about how to incorporate service learning into their programs. She and her 18-person social justice committee have presided over many new social justice and service learning programs. Emanu-El now works on service projects focused on four main areas: hunger, environment, literacy and poverty. This takes congregants to the San Francisco Unified School District, Spark (a mentoring program), St. Vincent DePaul and the

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new Free Farm (a community garden), or program,” Lubeck said. the service-learning project Team Green as among other places. The synagogue also Hazon Bay Area has a similarly grass- a way to encourage young people to take encourages letter-writing campaigns and roots mantra. Volunteers, not paid staff, care of their community. blasts advocacy alerts to its members. plan its biggest program of the year—a Meanwhile, Jewish day and synagogue Every program is accompanied by food conference attended by 600 people. schools increasingly preside over longJewish education, “so that people realize, “Our mission is to develop leaders so term mitzvah projects (usually during ‘Oh, all of this service, it’s actually Jewish,’” that we’re not doing things for people, but the b’nai mitzvah year), which encourage Rechtschaffen said. “The [community] the people are doing things for the com- students to volunteer, fundraise and service is what they’re drawn to at the munity,” said Lom Friedman, Hazon’s Bay learn about community or global beginning. The study and reflection makes Area director. inequities. them more mindful of what they do and The environmental organization is Building on that idea, since 2004 the why they do it, and it ultimately brings based in New York but opened a San S.F.-based and Greater East Bay Jewish them closer to worship.” Francisco office in 2009. Community Federations have presided This is what happened to Susan Lubeck, “Hazon is rooted in the strong belief that over a philanthropic teen initiative known now the interim director of the Bay Area as the Jewish Community Teen branch of Progressive Jewish Alliance, Foundation. Participants raise money based out of El Cerrito. and give grants to local, global and Lubeck was raised a secular Jew. So Israeli nonprofits seeking to make the when she started “experimenting” with world a better, healthier and more going to synagogue, she felt disoriented peaceful place. The teen foundations and out of place. She struggled with the have raised close to $700,000 since the text. Then she found San Francisco’s program’s inception. Congregation Sha’ar Zahav, which was “It’s programs like these that are helpfounded on the idea that LGBT Jews ing kids to make informed decisions should be fully included in the Jewish about their responsibility to Jewish concommunity. It was magnetic. She came tinuity, peoplehood and community,” back again and again. Sue Schwartzman, director of the teen “We were about something more than foundations, told j. in 2007. our own edification,” Lubeck recalled. Several new organizations with social “The prayers weren’t going to get me as justice at its center are just taking root in a young secular Jew. But to find a sense the Bay Area. of community and purpose that really Wilderness Torah, founded in 2008, had meaning—that started me on jourmerges spirituality with sustainability, ney that continues to this day. It helped food justice and environmentalism me realize how much Judaism as to offer through its pilgrimage celebrations as a way to contribute and give meaning (Shavuot on the Mountain, Pesach in to life.” the Desert, Tu B’Shevat in the After she became active in Sha’ar Redwoods and Sukkot on the Farm). Zahav, she encouraged the congregation Since 2009, Mitzvah on the Rocks to get involved in community organizmixes Jewish social responsibility with a ing and advocacy. Congregants took up cocktail hour. Along with a cover photo/david gartner the cause of healthcare. charge, 10 percent of the bar receipts Consequently, “we were one of the Josh Miller of Berkeley (left) raised $4,000 from their happy hours is donated to most active and visible grassroots groups during the Hazon California Bike Ride. charity. that helped get Healthy San Francisco [the Judaism has something to teach modern So far, that money has sent a busload of city’s universal health coverage plan] people and society about sustainability,” children from Sderot out of the war zone passed,” Lubeck said. “Not only did we get Friedman said. for a day of respite during the Gaza conflict it passed, but in the fractious crazy enviIn addition to its food conference in with the Jewish Agency, funded a workronment of San Francisco politics, it passed Monterey, Hazon Bay Area in May 2010 shop for young Jews on domestic violence, unanimously by the board.” planned its first California bike ride fed several unemployed families for a She’s taken her enthusiasm for Judaism through Sonoma, Marin and San month, provided pharmaceuticals to the and justice to PJA, an organization that Francisco. Nationally, the organization Jewish Free Clinic and supported Haiti provides a variety of ways to get involved. plans bike rides in New York and Israel, and earthquake relief efforts. PJA volunteers can demonstrate about also has a community supported agriculKassoff said the Jewish social justice labor, immigration and environmental ture program in 41 cities, including San movement is only just beginning, and issues, participate in the yearlong Jeremiah Francisco, Palo Alto and Berkeley. thinks the movement has tremendous Fellowship for 20- and 30-something Jews, Since Hazon Bay Area opened in 2009, potential for enlivening Jewish communal study social justice with the Muslim com- Friedman has been working with a num- life. munity or work on the “No Schvitz” sweat- ber of Bay Area Jewish agencies to help “Practicing gemilut chasadim [literally shop-free campaign. them integrate sustainability into their “bestowing kindnesses”] and Judaism And if they want to start something programming and mission. through service,” she said, “is a really valid totally new, “there’s always room for folks The Jewish Community Center of San way for people to connect to Jewish tradiwho are interested in creating a new space Francisco’s teen program, Club 18, started tion and values.”

Shabbat

Sukkot

Chanukah

SABBATH

FESTIVAL OF BOOTHS

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Celebrated Fridays at sundown to commemorate God’s day of rest after six days of creation. Traditions include lighting candles, drinking wine and eating challah (braided bread). Havdalah, the farewell ceremony to Shabbat, takes place upon the appearance of three stars in the Saturday night sky and is celebrated by lighting a braided candle, drinking wine and smelling sweet spices.

Commemorates the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring the Israelites to the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering. Many people build a sukkah (booth), a temporary structure with a roof made of branches, modeled after the huts constructed in the desert. Also celebrated with the shaking of the lulav (assemblage of palm, willow and myrtle branches) and etrog (a lemon-like fruit). 15-21 Tishrei.

Eight-day holiday commemorating the Jewish victory over the Syrians and the miracle of the rededication of the Temple, when oil meant to last for one day burned for eight. Celebrated by lighting candles in a chanukiah (a ninebranched candelabrum), eating latkes (potato pancakes), playing with dreidels (spinning tops) and giving money or gifts. 25 Kislev - 2 Tevet.

Rosh HaShanah Shemini Atzeret JEWISH NEW YEAR Festive celebration during which individuals contemplate past, present and future actions. Traditional foods include round challah and apples with honey, symbolizing wholeness and sweetness for the new year. Commences the Ten Days of Awe, which culminate on Yom Kippur. 1-2 Tishrei.

Yom Kippur DAY OF ATONEMENT Holiest day of the Jewish year. Through fasting and prayer, Jews reflect upon their relationships with other people and with God, atoning for wrongdoings and failures to take right action. Ends at sunset with a blast of the shofar (ram’s horn). 10 Tishrei. 16

EIGHTH DAY OF ASSEMBLY Celebrated the day after Sukkot and thus sometimes considered an extension of that holiday. Marks the first time tefillat geshem (prayer for rain) is recited during services, a practice that continues until Pesach. 22 Tishrei.

Simchat Torah REJOICING FOR THE TORAH Celebrates the completion of the annual Torah-reading cycle. After finishing the last sentence of the chapter Devarim (Deuteronomy), the Torah is joyously paraded seven times around the synagogue. The new cycle begins immediately with a reading from Bereshit (Genesis). 23 Tishrei.

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Tu B’Shevat NEW YEAR OF TREES Biblical in origin, a holiday that celebrates springtime renewal and growth. Traditions include eating fruit and planting trees. 15 Shevat.

Purim FEAST OF LOTS Joyous holiday commemorating the rescue of the Jews by Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai from the evil Haman. The story is read aloud and when Haman is mentioned in the Megillah (scroll) of Esther, people scream and turn groggers (noisemakers) to drown out his name. Traditions include parties, dances, mishloach manot (gift-giving), and eating hamentashen (three-cornered, fruitfilled pastries). Some also fast on the day before Purim to remember the three-day fast Esther requested of the Jews of Persia. 14 Adar.

PASSOVER

ISRAEL INDEPENDENCE DAY

Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. At the seder (service and festive meal), the Haggadah (collection of texts and commentaries on the Exodus) is read and symbolic foods are eaten. In remembrance of the departure of the Israelites, who could not wait for their bread to rise before fleeing, matzah (unleavened bread) is eaten for the eight days of Passover. 15-22 Nissan.

On May 14, 1948, Israel was declared an independent state. Many Jews worldwide celebrate with parades, festivals and donations to Jewish charities. 5 Iyar.

Sefirat HaOmer

One-day suspension of the traditional mourning period during Sefirat HaOmer. On this day, a plague afflicting Rabbi Akiva’s students ceased. Also commemorates Bar Kochba’s recapture of Jerusalem from the Romans. Celebrated with picnics and nature outings. 18 Iyar.

COUNTING OF THE OMER Seven-week period that begins the second night of Pesach and ends at Shavuot. The 32 mourning days during this time commemorate the deaths of Rabbi Akiva’s students (see also Lag B’Omer). Traditionally, weddings, festivities and haircuts are prohibited during this time. 16 Nissan - 5 Sivan.

Yom HaShoah HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY Day chosen by the Israeli Knesset in 1951 to mourn the millions killed in the Holocaust. Often commemorated with speeches by survivors and the reading of names. In Israel, a siren’s blast allows collective remembrance in a moment of silence. 27 Nissan.

Yom HaZikaron

Lag B’Omer THIRTY-THIRD DAY OF OMER

Shavuot FESTIVAL OF WEEKS Celebrated the day after Sefirat HaOmer ends to commemorate the giving of the Torah at Sinai and the spring harvest. Traditionally, Jews read the Ten Commandments and the Book of Ruth and eat dairy products. Religious school confirmation often takes place at this time. 6-7 Sivan.

Fast of Tammuz Fast from dawn until nightfall commemorating the day Moses broke the first Tablets of the Covenant because the Israelites made the Golden Calf. Also marks the beginning of the siege on Jerusalem before its destruction. Begins the Three Weeks, a mourning period ending at Tisha B’Av. 17 Tammuz.

Holidays begin at sunset the preceding evening

Fast of Tammuz (commemorated from dawn until nightfall)

June 29, 2010 July 19, 2011

Tisha B'Av July 20, 2010 August 9, 2011

Rosh HaShanah September 9-10, 2010 September 29-20, 2011

Yom Kippur September 18, 2010 October 8, 2011

Yom HaAtzmaut

Jewish Holidays

Pesach

Sukkot September 23-24, 2010 October 13-14, 2011

Shemini Atzeret September 30, 2010 October 20, 2011

Simchat Torah October 1, 2010 October 21, 2011

Chanukah December 2-9, 2010 December 21-28, 2011

Tu B'Shevat January 20, 2011 February 8, 2012

Purim March 20, 2011 March 8, 2012

Pesach April 19-26, 2011 April 7-14, 2012

Yom HaShoah May 1, 2011 April 19, 2012

Yom HaZikaron May 8, 2011 April 26, 2012

Yom HaAtzmaut

MARTYR AND HEROES’ MEMORIAL DAY

Tisha B’Av

Day of remembrance for all who sacrificed themselves for the state of Israel. Public observances include lighting of yahrzeit (memorial) candles, visiting graves and reciting psalms. In Israel, sirens blast once in the morning and then in the evening to begin Yom HaAtzmaut, Israel Independence Day. 4 Iyar.

NINTH DAY OF AV Day of fasting and mourning commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples, both of which took place on the ninth of Av. The Book of Lamentations is read, and some conduct services sitting on the floor. 9 Av.

May 9, 2011 April 27, 2012

Lag B'Omer (commemorated from dawn until nightfall)

May 22, 2011 May 10, 2012

Shavuot June 8-9, 2011 May 27-28, 2012

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Lifecycle Resources Local congregations, individual rabbis, agencies and organizations provide support, advice, counseling and services to assist individuals and families during various lifecycle events. The organizations listed below provide comprehensive information and referrals. See also Chapter 4, Religious Life and Congregations. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Board of Rabbis of Northern California 121 Steuart St., Ste. 300 San Francisco, CA 94105 General Office: (415) 369-2861 Rabbi Goodman: (415) 369-2860 Fax: (415) 495-2753 marving@sfjcf.org www.norcalrabbis.org Executive director: Rabbi Marvin Goodman Religious arm of the Jewish community. Represents all facets of Judaism. Information and referral services pertaining to religious matters. Endorsing agency for Jewish chaplains in state prisons and institutions for the developmentally disabled. Cantor Hilda Abrevaya* Chaplain, Coalinga State Hospital Avenal & Pleasant Valley (415) 469-9697/ (415) 810-3925 Chazanit1A@aol.com Performs all lifecycle events: weddings (all types), commitment ceremonies, baby namings, funerals, unveilings; concerts; lecture-concerts; all holiday and festival services; community and feminist sederim; bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai mitzvah tutoring and services. 18

Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose (CRAGS) Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033 Fax: (408) 356-0733 rabbilevenberg@shirhadash.org Chair: Rabbi Lisa Levenberg Religious arm of the Jewish community in the Silicon Valley area. Represents all facets of Judaism. Information and referral services for Jewish lifecycle events. East Bay Council of Rabbis c/o Congregation Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 933-5397 rabbi.asher@tikvah.org President: Rabbi Raphael Asher Association of Reform, Conservative, Orthodox and Renewal rabbis who serve the community in congregations and communal agencies. Jewish Milestones 748 Gilman Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 559-3636 info@jewishmilestones.org www.jewishmilestones.org Executive Director: Rachel Brodie Educational resource for Jewish lifecycle rituals and ceremonies (bar/bat mitzvah, weddings, funerals, and more). Ritual objects (Torah scroll, portable ark, etc.) available on loan. Orthodox Rabbinical Council of San Francisco Mail to: P.O. Box 22491 San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 564-6769/ Fax: (415) 665-0394 orcsf@aol.com Chairman: Rabbi Jacob Traub

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Rabbi Jerry Levy* (415) 388-8832 (415) 272-1607 rabbijerry@sbcglobal.net www.rabbijerry.com Services for Jewish and interfaith couples, families, unaffiliated and secular-leaning individuals. Grief work coaching. Howard Steiermann* Ritual facilitator & wedding officiant (415) 695-9155 www.sfhoward.com Hosts and guests will enjoy a personalized and heartfelt event through a warm, welcoming style. Interdenominational, multicultural, traditional or nontraditional ceremonies throughout the Bay Area.

Birth, Adoption & Circumcision BIRTH Shalom Baby Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033 Fax: (408) 356-0733 rabbialexander@jvalley.org arielle@jvalley.org www.jvalley.org Contacts: Rabbi Leslie Alexander Arielle Hendel Delivers a basket filled with gifts and community information to South Bay Jewish parents of newborns or newly adopted children. *advertisers

ADOPTION & INFERTILITY Adoption Connection Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties Bay Area Region 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 359-2494 Hotline for birth mothers: (800) 972-9225 Fax: (415) 359-2490 families@adoptionconnection.org www.adoptionconnection.org Co-Directors: Lynne Fingerman, MSW; Randie Bencanann, LCSW Licensed non-profit adoption agency specializing in open, infant adoption, international adoption, and domestic partner adoption. Services include: home study, outreach, post-placement, finalization, education and workshops. Serves 19 counties in Northern California.

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Stars of David East Bay Branch (925) 937-3564 mikerellen@aol.com www.starsofdavid.org Contact: Ellen Geisler Social group of adoptive families. Meets throughout the year. Activities alternate adults-only and family gatherings (not an adoption advice service).

RABBI GIL LEEDS

BRIT MILAH (CIRCUMCISION) The ritual of brit milah is performed to symbolize the covenant between God and the people of Israel. The brit takes place on the eighth day of a male baby’s life (provided there are no health problems). Traditionally, the brit is performed by a mohel, a ritual circumciser familiar with the relevant laws and customs.

Rabbi Jerry Levy Ordained Hebrew Union College Serving the Jewish Community

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TRADITIONAL

ORTHODOX MOHELIM

Debra Weiss-Ishai, M.D.* (510) 589-8556 mohel@TheBrisDoctor.com www.TheBrisDoctor.com

Rabbi Gil Leeds* Chabad Jewish Center (310) 402-1163 rabbileeds@bayareamohel.com www.BayAreaMohel.com Certified traditional mohel, trained by expert mohalim, including Rabbi Chanan Feld Z”L. Caring and professional, Rabbi Leeds serves Jewish families of varied observance levels.

Brit Milah

Debra Weiss-Ishai, M.D., FAAP

Ritual Circumcision

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Piser and Piser

Team Mohelim Urological Surgeon/Plastic Surgeon

Brit Milah, Hatafa Dam Brit, Adult Brit 510 654 8004 Piserfam@comcast.net

Certified mohel and board-certified pediatrician performing personalized, spiritual and enriching ritual circumcisions/ brit milah ceremonies for all affiliations. Also performs naming ceremonies for girls.

On the Eighth Day... Traditional Bris Mila Ceremony Performed by a Licensed Physician

• Spiritual, educational, & inspirational • 23 years experience as a Mohel • Topical anesthesia used • Inclusive of all affiliations, interfaith & alternative families

Fred R. Kogen M.D. 800-644-4479 kogen@ebris.com www.eBris.com

Learn, communicate, connect

Mark M. Rubenstein, M.D. Reform Mohel offering an inclusive, personalized ceremony

Over 40 years experience Serving the entire Bay Area

B'rit Milah, B'rit Bat Chaim 147 Los Altos Avenue Walnut Creek, California 94598 925-932-6650 or 925-212-9964 (cell) www.mohel.yourmd.com markmd@earthlink.net

George Ru bi n M.A. H.E.

(650) 424-1940

Private & Group Instruction • Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Hebrew, Jewish Studies In person and/or iChat or Skype video conference

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Rabbi Moshe Trager, Certified Mohel (415) 366-6757 RabbiTrager@comcast.net http://home.comcast.net/~marctrager/site/ Performs ritual circumcision and naming ceremonies for Jewish, interfaith and alternative couples in the Bay area. He’s performed 3000+ brisses and is recommended by parents, physicians and surgeons.

REFORM Fred R Kogen, M.D.* (800) 644-4479 kogen@eBris.com www.eBris.com Full-time mohel and physician, 23 years experience, available throughout California and international destinations. Performs traditional, highly educational and inclusive brit for all affiliations, as well as interfaith and alternative lifestyle families. Topical anesthesia. Julie Kohl, M.D./Pediatrician/Certified Mohel (650) 269-1296 info@drjuliekohl.com www.drjuliekohl.com Performs brit milah, spiritually open approach to all denominations and all types of families; pain control under medical supervision; pediatrician and certified mohel. Piser & Piser Mohelim* 2999 Regent St., #612 Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 654-8004/ (510) 848-1727 piserfam@comcast.net Urologist: Joel Piser, M.D. Plastic surgeon: Jing Hsieh Piser, M.D. Practicing Bay Area urologist/plastic and hand surgeon; unique husband/wife mohelim team, trained/certified by Hebrew Union College, performing personalized, spiritually enlightening brit milah ceremonies in the home setting since 1991. Mark M Rubenstein, M.D* Pediatrician (retired) 147 Los Altos Ave., Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Home: (925) 932-6650/ Cell: (925) 212-9964 Fax: (925) 937-6650 www.mohel.yourmd.com Contacts: Mark M. Rubenstein, M.D. Yvonne L. LaLanne, D.C. *advertisers

Eric Tabas, M.D. 490 Post St., #939 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 397-2331/ Fax: (415) 397-4225 www.erictabasmd.yourmd.com

PIDYON HABEN (FIRST-BORN REDEMPTION)

Stuart Avram Zangwill, M.D./Pediatrician/Certified Mohel (510) 384-8363 zmohel@gmail.com Performs brit milah for all affiliations. Flexible ceremony to meet parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs. Board-certified pediatrician with 18 years experience performing hundreds of circumcisions. Lives in Oakland, serving the Bay Area.

ALTERNATIVE

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Mikvah A ritual pool of fresh â&#x20AC;&#x153;livingâ&#x20AC;? water, the mikvah is used for both physical and spiritual purification. For some Jews, married life involves laws of taharat hamishpacha (family purity), which require a wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s monthly immersion in a mikvah after menstruation before she reunites with her husband. The mikvah is used today by some brides and grooms before their wedding. Jews-by-choice traditionally visit the mikvah as part of their conversion process. Beth Jacob Community Mikvah Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-1147 Fax: (510) 482-2374 office@BethJacobOakland.org www.BethJacobOakland.org No attendant on duty. Call for appointment.

BRIT BAT/ SIMCHAT BAT (REJOICING FOR DAUGHTER)

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The birth of a baby girl is traditionally marked in the synagogue when her father or parents are called to the Torah on the Sabbath to give the newborn her Hebrew name. The past decade has seen the development of various

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Typically celebrated in the synagogue, the bar/bat mitzvah marks a young person becoming an adult member of the community. Traditionally, the 13-year-old is called upon to recite the Torah blessings and to read a Haftorah, a selection from the prophets. Variations on the ceremony exist. Study programs are also available throughout the community for adult men or women who missed the opportunity to celebrate a bar/bat mitzvah as a teenager. Synagogues provide bar and bat mitzvah training. See Chapter 4, Religious Life & Congregations.

For Reform and some Conservative Jews, the confirmation year (10th or 11th grade) represents a special time of celebration and commitment. It includes study and meetings with the rabbi, culminating in a special service, often held during the Shavuot holiday, which commemorates the receiving of the Torah by the Jewish people.

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Bar & Bat Mitzvah

Confirmation

Lifecycle Events

Alternative Bris Support Group Mail to: P.O. Box 1305 Capitola, CA 95010 (831) 475-3313 alternative_bris@ebold.com groups.yahoo.com/group/alternative_bris Provides support and information on alternative brit ceremonies and medical, religious and cultural information for parents considering covenant/naming ceremonies without circumcision.

A pidyon haben, redemption of a son, takes place 30 days after the birth of a first-born baby boy. The tradition is based on the belief that first-born sons were to serve God in the Temple. To redeem them from that obligation, five shekels were given to the Temple priests, who then served in the Temple instead. The ceremony today usually involves a symbolic charitable donation.

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Diversity-sensitive, personalized brit milah ceremonies serving entire Bay Area. Interfaith education. 40+ years experience. Questions welcome; references available. Also officiates at brit bat/simchat bat.

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Wedd in gs Ba by Na m in gs Ba r /Ba t Mit zva h Tutoring & Ceremonies a l s o I n t e r f a it h “Inspired... Heart Opening” 510.644.2956 MoreTorah@aol.com sarashendelman.blogspot.com

Mikvah Society of San Jose

The San Jose Mikvah is under the Halachic certification of Rabbi Yirmiyah Katz of NY with local supervision by Rabbi Noach Vogel.

(408) 371-9548

Lifecycle Events

Dryan Family Mikvah

Mikvah Chaya Mushka Chabad of Marin 1150 Idylberry Rd. Mail to: 1055 Las Ovejas San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 302-1165 Contact: Pesha Ross By appointment.

By appointment only, at least one day in advance.

Chanukat Habayit In the traditional ceremony of “dedicating the home,” a mezuzah is put up within 30 days of moving into a new home. A mezuzah is a small container that holds a handwritten scroll of parchment with Deuteronomy 6:4-9 and 11:13-21 on the front side and the word Shaddai (Almighty) on the back. The passages contain the Shema, considered the watchword of Jewish faith, proclaiming the oneness of God. The mezuzah is placed on the upper third of the doorpost, on the right side as one enters.

Marriage

Nighttime appointments for women: please call (510) 848-7221. Day appointments for men or for utensil immersions: call (510) 548-8729. Classes for brides and instructions for first-time users.

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A Spiritual Experience in Physical Splendor Nightly mikvah appointments for women from all Jewish backgrounds. Mornings & Friday afternoon for men.

Classes for brides and beginners.

Tours available by appointment.

Contact Dena Levin at (650) 493-5555 levind@hotmail.com Fax (650) 493-3425 3070 Louis Road • Palo Alto |

Dryan Family Mikvah* 3070 Louis Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 493-5555/ (650) 494-2737 Fax: (650) 493-3425 levind@hotmail.com Contact: Dena Levin Nightly mikvah appointments for women from all Jewish backgrounds. Mornings and Friday afternoon for men. Tours available by appointment. Groups welcome. Classes for brides and beginners.

Mikveh Israel B’nai David 3355 Sacramento St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 921-4070

Marriage within the Jewish community is packed with familial, social and religious considerations. Jewish weddings are often a joining not only of two individuals and their families, but also of different parts of the community. Above all, a wedding is a simcha, a commandment in which the bride and groom rejoice. The main elements of a wedding are kiddushin and erusin-sanctification of betrothal; the betrothal blessing; presentation of the ring; reading of the ketubah (marriage contract) and its presentation to the bride; recitation of the seven marriage blessings; drinking of wine to sanctify the marriage; and breaking of the glass (to remember the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem even on joyous occasions). Additional traditions are the bedeken, in which the groom places the veil over his bride’s face, and the encircling of the groom by the bride. Although a Jewish wedding need not take place in a synagogue, most Jews planning to marry turn to a rabbi or synagogue for some aspect of the wedding. For information about synagogues and rituals, see Chapter 4, Religious Life &

ON THE PENINSULA

Community Mikvah The Gloria & Ken Levy Family Campus 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7444/ Fax: (408) 356-0733 mikvah@jvalley.org www.jvalley.org Contact: Jan Rose, Rabbi Leslie Alexander Open at the Levy Family Campus. Welcomes use of the mikvah for all Jewish religious and spiritual life transitions and passages.

Mikvah Society of San Jose* 1670 Phantom Ave. San Jose, CA 95125-5654 (408) 371-9548/ (408) 264-3138 Fax: (408) 264-3139 bergman.d@sbcglobal.net Contact: Pat Bergman By appointment. Women, please call 3 days in advance. Extra charge for sameday appointments. Men’s hours on Friday and/or Erev Yom Tov mornings. Mikvah Taharas Israel 2520 Warring St. Berkeley, CA 94704-3111 (510) 848-7221/ (510) 548-8729 Fax: (510) 217-3596 kosher@norcalkosher.org Contacts: Sharona Welton Rabbi Yehuda Ferris

Congregations. Marriage preparation classes are offered in many branches of Jewish Family & Children’s Services, listed in Chapter 6, Social Services.

MARRIAGE OFFICIATING Also see Chapter 4, Religious Life & Congregations. The following listing is provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Rabbi Cantor Sara Shendelman* 2215 Prince St. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 644-2956/ Fax: (510) 704-1767 MoreTorah@aol.com sarashendelman.blogspot.com Rabbinic and cantorial services for Jewish and interfaith ceremonies: Weddings, baby blessings and namings, bar/bat mitzvah tutoring and ceremonies. Personal, joyous and spiritual.

Divorce DIVORCE MEDIATION

Death

Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197 Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Eric Weiss Rabbi Natan Fenner Jewish spiritual care for those who are ill, dying, or bereaved. Services include rabbinic counseling, spiritual support groups, Grief and Growing Weekend, and information and referral.

Compassionate and professional grief support; bereavement groups and special programs; highly personalized outreach and aftercare for Sinai mourners; education, consultation and networking for professional grief workers.

Bereavement and Healing Program Jewish Family and Children’s Services of SF 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1200 admin@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Redwing Keyssar Comprehensive bereavement and healing services for those coping with grief and loss, including counseling, emotional support groups, information, and referrals.

Rabbinical Court for Jewish Divorce Congregation Emek Beracha (Palo Alto Orthodox Minyan) rabbi@emekberacha.org (650) 857-1800/Fax: (650) 857-0601 Administrator: Rabbi Yitzchok Feldman When dissolving a marriage, Jewish law requires the couple to execute a Get, a document of divorce. The Rabbinical Court arranges for the Get to be written and delivered in a way recognized as legitimate throughout the world, including by the Rabbanut in Israel.

BEREAVEMENT

(415) 750-4197 Fax: (415) 750-4115 griefandgrowing@jewishhealingcenter.org www.sinaichapel.org Contacts: Rabbi Natan Fenner Lee L. Pollak, LCSW

Lifecycle Events

Couples contemplating divorce are urged to consult with a rabbi regarding the advisability of obtaining a religious divorce in addition to a civil divorce.

questions about burial and mourning practices such as the observance of shiva, recitation of the Kaddish, yahrzeit observance and attending yizkor services. Funeral homes and chevra kadishas (burial societies) can also answer questions.

Bereavement Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x745 Fax: (510) 704-7494 hlinker@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Helene Linker Counseling and support in a warm, Jewish context for those coping with grief after the death of a loved one.

The Jewish traditions related to death and mourning are intended to recognize death as a part of life. Burial takes place as soon after death as possible. Traditional caskets are of plain wood; embalming and viewing of the body are shunned and flowers are discouraged. Rabbis should be consulted for specific

Grief and Growing: NextSteps for Mourners Sinai Memorial Chapel An alliance of Sinai Memorial Chapel and the Bay Area Jewish Healing Center 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118

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FUNERALS Chevra Kadisha for Home of Peace Cemetery Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-1147/ Fax: (510) 482-2374 office@BethJacobOakland.org www.BethJacobOakland.org Orthodox burial society and cemetery.

Volunteers prepare any Jewish deceased in the South Bay for burial at request of family. Tax-deductible donations help cover expenses and funerals for indigent Jews.

Chevra Kadisha of Temple Beth El Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Rd. Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444 x205 Fax: (831) 475-7246 pmarcus@tbeaptos.org www.tbeaptos.org Contacts: Rabbi Paula Marcus Sandra Goldstein

Mandel Funeral Services of Northern California* 2325 Sonoma Blvd. Vallejo, CA 94590 (866) 962-6335 1-To-My-Mandel Fax: (707) 654-1960 info@mandelfuneralservices.com www.mandelfuneralservices.com Contact: Daniel A. Mandel Sheila M. Lavey Travels to families throughout Northern California planning the funerals in their homes, with many facilities for services throughout California. Local service throughout Northern California.

Chevra Kadisha of the South Bay c/o Congregation Am Echad 1504 Meridian Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 264-3138/ (408) 425-6911 Fax: (408) 264-3139 bergman.d@sbcglobal.net Contacts: Pat Bergman Menashe David Taban

Sinai Memorial Chapel* 1501 Divisadero St. Mail to: P.O. Box 15579 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-3636 Fax: (415) 673-3407 ssalkin@sinaichapel.org www.sinaichapel.org Executive director: Samuel J. Salkin

East Bay Branch 3415 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 962-3636 Fax: (925) 284-3962 slefelstein@sinaichapel.org www.sinaichapel.org East Bay director: Susan Lefelstein Peninsula Branch 777 Woodside Rd., Ste. C Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 369-3636 (408) 297-3636 Fax: (650) 369-3630 wrose@sinaichapel.org www.sinaichapel.org Peninsula & South Bay director: Wayne Rose The only all-Jewish funeral home (chevra kadisha) assisting the Jewish community for over 100 years. Provides traditional and alternative funeral and burial arrangements, pre-need counseling and bereavement support for mourners.

CEMETERIES

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Lifecycle Events

Eternal Home Cemetery Sinai Memorial Chapel Mail to: P.O. Box 1557 San Francisco, CA 94115 1051 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 (650) 755-5236 (415) 921-3636 Fax: (415) 673-3407 ssalkin@sinaichapel.org www.sinaichapel.org Executive director: Samuel J. Salkin Hills of Eternity Memorial Park* Congregation Sherith Israel 1301 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 (650) 755-4700 sweiner@jcemsf.org www.jewishcemeteries-sf.org Executive director: James Carlson Director of sales: Stephen E. Weiner Home of Peace Cemetery* Hills of Eternity Memorial Park Congregation Emanu-El 1299 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 (650) 755-4700 sweiner@jcemsf.org www.jewishcemeteries-sf.org Executive director: James Carlson Director of sales: Stephen E. Weiner

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NEWEST EAST BAY JEWISH CEMETERY a time to plant and a time to reap ... a time to be born and a time to die ... Ecclesiastes 3:1

Now is the time to plan. Make your appointment. Call 925.962.3636 1100 Bear Creek Road Briones, CA 94553

Managed by Sinai Memorial Chapel, a non-profit cemetery serving the entire East Bay.

Lifecycle Events

SINAI MEMORIAL CHAPEL Chevra Kadisha SERVING THE ENTIRE JEWISH COMMUNITY Earnings Devoted to Philanthropy WHAT IS A JEWISH FUNERAL? THE ANSWER CAN BE COMFORTING. San Francisco: 1501 Divisadero St., (415) 921–3636 (FD 262) Lafayette: 3415 Mt. Diablo Blvd, (925) 962–3636 (FD 1523) Redwood City: 777 Woodside Road, Suite C, (650) 369–3636 (FD 1830) Marin County: (415) 472–3636 San Jose: (408) 297–3636 www.sinaichapel.org Samuel J. Salkin, Executive Director / Susan Lefelstein, East Bay Director (FDR 656) Wayne A. Rose, Peninsula and South Bay Director (FDR 979) Helen L. Schwartz, Pre-need Counselor

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Salem Memorial Park* Hills of Eternity Memorial Park Congregation Emanu-El and Congregation Sherith Israel Mail to: 1171 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 (650) 755-4700 (650) 756-3633 sweiner@jcemsf.org www.jewishcemeteries-sf.org Executive director: James Carlson Director of sales: Stephen E. Weiner

♦ East Bay Gan Shalom Cemetery* Sinai Memorial Chapel 1100 Bear Creek Road, Briones, CA 94553 Mailing Address: 3415 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 228-3636/ Fax: (925) 284-3962 slefelstein@sinaichapel.org www.ganshalomcemetery.org Contact: Susan Lefelstein The East Bay all-Jewish cemetery, serving all denominations. Affiliated or unaffiliated welcome. Home of Eternity* Temple Sinai Location: 5000 Piedmont Ave., Oakland Mail to: 2808 Summit Street Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263/ Fax: (510) 465-0603 info@oaklandsinai.org www.oaklandsinai.org Cemetery admin.: Warner Oberndoerfer Executive director: Paul Geduldig Historic cemetery in the Piedmont/Oakland area serving the entire Jewish community. Burial, cremation, and mausoleum options. Helpful information provided on pre-need or at-need services.

Home of Peace Beth Jacob Congregation Mail to: 3778 Park Blvd. Oakland, CA 94610 Location: 4712 Fairfax Ave. Oakland, CA 94601-4810 (510) 482-1147 Fax: (510) 482-2374 kathy@BethJacobOakland.org www.BethJacobOakland.org Contact: Kathy Hollander Orthodox cemetery and burial society. Tel Shalom Burial Association Congregation Beth El Mail to: 2675 Tamalpais Dr. Pinole, CA 94564-1241 Location: Rolling Hills Memorial Park, 4100 Hilltop Dr., El Sobrante, CA 94803 Richmond, CA (510) 245-7401 (510) 758-2873 Contacts: Sharon Mittleman Fran Welstand Liberal Jewish cemetery. Convenient East Bay location. Non-affiliated welcome. Pre-need and at-need service. Burial information. Cremation burial.

Lifecycle Events

♦ Marin/North Bay B’nai Israel Cemetery Mail to: 740 Western Ave., Petaluma, CA 94952 Location: 430 Magnolia Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 762-0340 (707) 763-2769 phyllis@bnaiisrael.net Chair: Dave Weinstock

HOME OF ETERNITY C EMETERY AND M AUSOLEUM O AKLAND , CA

Oldest Jewish cemetery in Sonoma County dating back to 1868. Includes an interfaith section, call for details.

at 5000 Piedmont Avenue (Enter Mountain View Cemetery and make an immediate left.)

For further information call (510) 451-3263 or email info@oaklandsinai.org Temple Sinai P.O. Box 13315 #408 Oakland, CA 94661

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Fernwood Cemetery Funeral Home - Crematory* 301 Tennessee Valley Rd. Mill Valley, CA 94941 (415) 383-7100 www.ForeverFernwood.com Contacts: Kathy Curry Raymond Soudah Natural burial at Fernwood uses no embalming, no grave liners or vaults. A simple, dignified burial in a shroud or plain wood box. *advertisers

Kol Shalom Marin Jewish Community Cemetery* Congregation Kol Shofar Mail to: 215 Blackfield Dr., Tiburon, CA 94920 (415) 388-1818/ (415) 892-4130 Fax: (415) 388-5423 info@kolshofar.org www.kolshofar.org Contact: Brenda Gates-Monasch Jewish cemetery in Marin County, serving the entire Jewish community. Sha’arei Shalom Cemetery* Congregation Rodef Sholom Mail to: 170 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 479-3441 office@rodefsholom.org www.rodefsholom.org An ideal choice for those who love a natural setting.

♦ Peninsula/South Bay

Lifecycle Events

Beth David Memorial Garden* Congregation Beth David Mail to: 19700 Prospect Rd. Saratoga, CA 95070 Located at Oak Hill Cemetery, San Jose (408) 257-3333/ Fax: (408) 257-3338 biran@beth-david.org www.beth-david.org Contact: Barbara Biran Traditional and dignified burial. As a Conservative synagogue, Beth David observes the practices of traditional Judaism. Gan Hazikaron Garden of Remembrance Cemetery* Peninsula Temple Beth El Highway 92 at Skyline Blvd. San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 341-7701 mail@ptbe.org www.ptbe.org Director: Blair Brown Jewish cemetery on the Peninsula located in one of Northern California’s most picturesque memorial parks. Home of Peace Cemetery* Temple Emanu-El Mail to: 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126-1842 Temple office: (408) 292-0939 Fax: (408) 292-7625 rjbasuinosr@aol.com www.templesanjose.org/cemetery Cemetery administrator: Robert Basuino Jewish-owned cemetery, mausoleum and columbarium, serving the entire Jewish community since 1853. *advertisers

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♦ Santa Cruz & Monterey

Consecrated cemetery owned by Congregation Beth Israel.

Gan Hazikaron Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Rd. Carmel, CA 93923 (831) 624-2015 Fax: (831) 624-4786 aletheacbi@aol.com www.carmelbethisrael.org Administrator: Alethea Horne or Rabbi Contact: Bruce Greenbaum

Home of Peace/Home of Eternity Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Rd. Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444 Fax: (831) 475-7246 info@tbeaptos.org www.tbeaptos.org Contact: Gus Gold Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel: (831) 423-5721.

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Lifecycle Events

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Peninsula Temple Beth El Blair Brown, Executive Director 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo (650)341-7701 www.ptbe.org

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Religious & Rabbinical Organizations Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Fl. West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197/ Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Eric Weiss Rabbi Natan Fenner Jewish spiritual care for those who are ill, dying and bereaved, their loved ones and caregivers, through direct service, education and training, and information and referral. Bay Area Temple Administrators (BATA) Congregation Sherith Israel (415) 346-1720/ Fax: (415) 673-9439 ndrapin@sherithisrael.org Co-presidents: Nancy Drapin Art Rosenberg Executive directors and administrators of Bay Area synagogues of all denominations meet monthly for breakfast and creative dialogue on synagogue management, programming and community issues. Board of Rabbis of Northern California* 121 Steuart St., Ste. 300 San Francisco, CA 94105 Rabbi Goodman: (415) 369-2860 General Office: (415) 369-2861 Fax: (415) 495-2753 marving@sfjcf.org www.norcalrabbis.org Exec. director: Rabbi Marvin Goodman *advertisers

Religious arm of the Jewish community. Represents all facets of Judaism. Information and referral services pertaining to religious matters. Endorsing agency for state Jewish prison chaplains. Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose (CRAGS) Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033/ Fax: (408) 356-0733 rabbilevenberg@shirhadash.org Chair: Rabbi Lisa Levenberg Religious arm of the Jewish community in the Silicon Valley area. Represents all facets of Judaism. Information and referral services for Jewish lifecycle events. East Bay Council of Rabbis c/o Congregation B’nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 933-5397/ Fax: (925) 933-6833 rabbi.asher@tikvah.org President: Rabbi Raphael Asher Open to all rabbis who work or reside in the East Bay. Meets monthly for lunch and a collegial discussion of issues and opportunities for growth among diverse membership in the East Bay Jewish community. Jewish Reconstructionist Federation Western Region 574 Arlington Avenue Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 527-7117 jlitman@jrf.org www.jrf.org Director: Rabbi Jane Rachel Litman President: Mark Bregman Provides resources to Reconstructionist congregations and havurot, information about the Reconstructionist Movement, and assistance in development for start up congregations. Provides speakers on the history, theology, liturgy and practices of Reconstructionist communities.

Orthodox Rabbinical Council of San Francisco P.O. Box 22491 San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 564-6769/ Fax: (415) 665-0394 orcsf@aol.com Chair: Rabbi Jacob Traub Liaison for matters of status involving the United States, Israel and the world Jewish communities. Consultation service for marriage, divorce and conversion. Kosher certification. Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California See listing in chapter 15, Food & Nosherei. West Coast Outreach Project Reconstructionist Judaism Reconstructionist Rabbinical College P.O. Box 5278 Novato, CA 94948-5278 Cell: (415) 948-6659/ (415) 491-4000 Fax: (415) 491-4000 hshreibman@RRC.edu www.rrc.edu West Coast director: Rabbi Henry Shreibman, Ph.D. RRC, founded in 1968, now has a Bay Area location for workshops. Lifecycle events, parlor meetings, lectures and religious services to support a search for meaning in Jewish life and learning through a Reconstructionist lens. Women of Reform Judaism Pacific District 2104 Bald Eagle Ct., Gold River, CA 95670 (916) 638-8316 mitzva2000@aol.com www.wrjpacific.org First vice president: Linda Henderson Connection between women’s Reform synagogue groups,Women of Reform Judaism and Pacific District.An opportunity to develop leadership training, access speakers bureau, and explore women’s spirituality.

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Board of Rabbis of Northern California • Community Building with all Rabbis • Religious Information & Referral 415-369-2861 www.norcalrabbis.org BOR@sfjcf.org

Congregations

Call for service schedule and event information. Open house Shabbat dinner and special holiday events.

Please call individual synagogues for information about schedules for services, holiday worship, bar/bat mitzvah training, religious schools, day care, children’s and adult classes, and special program offerings.

Congregation Anshey Sfard 1500 Clement St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-4979/ Fax: (415) 752-4980 ansheysfard@gmail.com www.ansheysfard.org President: Solomon Isaac Secretary: Danielle Amar Morning minyan Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m., Shabbat services at 9 a.m. followed by a luncheon.

SAN FRANCISCO ♦ Orthodox Adath Israel Congregation 1851 Noriega St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 564-5665/ Fax: (415) 564-5629 info@AdathIsraelSF.org www.adathisraelsf.org Contact: Rabbi Joshua Strulowitz Warm and open Modern Orthodox community. With a variety of classes and programs, caters to Jews of all ages and backgrounds. Chabad of Noe Valley 3781 Cesar Chavez St. San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 648-8000 Rabbi@Chabadnoevalley.org www.chabadnoevalley.org Contact: Rabbi Gedalia Potash Traditional user-friendly services Friday night and Shabbat morning, Torah classes, adult education, Hebrew school, children’s programs, Mommy & Me preschool. All backgrounds welcome. Chabad of SF 830 28th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 668-6178/ Fax: (415) 668-6179 sfchabad@sbcglobal.net www.chabadsf.org Contact: Rabbi Yosef Langer

Religious Life & Congregations

Congregation Ner Tamid Warm & Welcoming Community Traditional, Egalitarian and Creative Services Bar & Bat Mitzvah Training Thursday Morning Minyan, Study & Breakfast Adult Education • Shabbat Dinners 1250 Quintara Street (Easy parking/MUNI) San Francisco, CA 94116 • 415-661-3383 • email: NerTamidSF@sbcglobal.net 30

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Congregation Chevra Thilim 751 25th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 752-2866/ Fax: (415) 752-2019 info@sfshul.org www.sfshul.org Contact: Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi Traditional synagogue with modern ideas. Open, welcoming environment for all levels of observance. Minyan, Kabbalah, adult and family education, Hebrew school, Shabbat services and dinners, lectures. Congregation Keneseth Israel 873 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 771-3420 kenesethisrael@netzero.com www.kenesethisraelsf.org Contact: Henry Falkenberg Shabbat meals for travelers and anyone wishing to participate. Weekday classes in Talmud and Kabbalah for adults and youngsters. Congregation Torath Emeth 768A 27th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 386-3543 Daily mincha and ma’ariv services at 7 p.m. Kehilat Yaakov 631 25th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 668-1164 isaac_fineman@yahoo.com Contact: Rabbi Isaac Fineman Sunday school, Talmud classes, Hebrew classes, bar mitzvah tutoring. Richmond Torah Center of Chabad 423 10th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 386-8123/ Fax: (415) 668-7015 richmondtorahcenter@gmail.com www.rtchabad.org Contact: Rabbi Ahron Hecht *advertisers

Celebrate Judaism with a warm, friendly community. All levels of observance welcome. Shabbat/holiday hospitality, adult education/programs. Children’s programs. Daily/Shabbat services. United Schneerson Synagogue 6508 California St., San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 386-6770/ Fax: (415) 386-7249 rabbipil770@gmail.com Contacts: Rabbi Bentzion Pil Rebbetsen Mattie Pil Traditional synagogue located in the heart of the Richmond District. Geared for Russian-speaking Jews primarily but caters to Jews of all backgrounds and levels. Young Israel of San Francisco Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy 1806A Noriega St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 752-7333/ Fax: (415) 752-5851 lisakampnerhebrewacademy@yahoo.com www.ijlsf.org Contact: Rabbi Pinchas Lipner ♦

Sephardi-Orthodox

Magain David Sephardim Congregation 351 Fourth Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-9095 www.sephardimmagaindavid.org Contact: Rabbi Eliahu Shalom Ezran President: Ike Isaac Sunday school from age 8 through teenage. Shabbat services with seudah (festive meal) both Friday night and Shabbat day. Daily minyanim 6:45 a.m. Sunday-Friday. ♦

Conservative

Congregation Ner Tamid* 1250 Quintara St., San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 661-3383/ Fax: (415) 661-9041 nertamidsf@sbcglobal.net www.nertamidsf.org Contact: Rabbi Moshe Levin Administrator: Adele Shafer Egalitarian, participatory, Conservative congregation; Shabbat evening and morning services, Thursday morning minyan, study and breakfast. Personalized b’nai mitzvah training, Shabbat dinners, kosher kitchen.

Reform

♦ Congregation Beth Israel-Judea 625 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 586-8833/ Fax: (415) 586-9013 info@bij.org www.bij.org Contact: Rabbi Rosalind Glazer Executive director: Lori Campbell Center for progressive, egalitarian Judaism, welcoming Jews and interfaith families. Non-members welcome to try religious school. Family services every month. Check Website for details.

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Jewish Renewal

Beyt Tikkun: The Synagogue of Spiritual Transformation and Social Healing 951 Cragmont Ave. Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 644-1200 shul@tikkun.org www.beyttikkun.org Contact: Rabbi Michael Lerner Beyt Tikkun is an egalitarian Neo-Chassidic synagogue of spiritual and social transformation. It fosters a joyous and loving, intellectually and psychologically sophisticated community. West Bay Chavurah (415) 334-8872/ Fax: (415) 239-8535 tomherz@sbcglobal.net Contacts: Tom Herz Saralie Pennington Jewish Renewal Shabbat celebratory evening gatherings such as occasional Shabbat and Havdallah. Services are inclusive and participatory. Potluck vegetarian meal. ♦

Reconstructionist

Or Shalom Jewish Community* 1250 Quintara St. San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 242-9992 Fax: (415) 661-9041 Religious School: (415) 242-9911 admin@orshalom.org www.orshalom.org Contact: Rabbi Katie Mizrahi President: Stuart Schillinger Progressive Reconstructionist community that shares a commitment to mutual acceptance, the spirit of questioning, and a dynamic balance between tradition and innovation.

Congregation B’nai Emunah 3595 Taraval St., San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 664-7373/ Fax: (415) 664-4209 office@bnaiemunahsf.org www.bnaiemunahsf.org Contact: Rabbi Mark Melamut Administrator: Sarah Klem

Congregation Sha’ar Zahav 290 Dolores St., San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 861-6932/ Fax: (415) 861-6081 office@shaarzahav.org www.shaarzahav.org Contact: Rabbi Camille Angel Administrator: Regina Wurst Progressive Reform synagogue established in 1977. Vibrant kehilla (Jewish community) in the San Francisco Bay Area for people of all sexual identities. Daily ma’ariv service at 6:30-7 p.m.

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Congregation Emanu-El 2 Lake St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2535/ Fax: (415) 751-2511 mail@emanuelsf.org www.emanuelsf.org Director of membership services: Terry Kraus, FTA Dedicated to advancing lifelong involvement in Judaism guided by Jewish values. Focal point for Reform Jewish life, centered upon the responsibility to fulfill mitzvot, study Torah and participate in the worship of God.

Congregation Sherith Israel 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 Fax: (415) 673-9439 ndrapin@sherithisrael.org www.sherithisrael.org Contact: Rabbi Lawrence Raphael Executive director: Nancy Drapin Vibrant Reform diverse community committed to meaningful worship, spiritual growth and communal acts of tikkun olam and tzedakah. Spiritual exploration, religious education, pastoral support and cultural expression.

Religious Life & Congretations

Congregation Beth Sholom* 301 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-8736/ Fax: (415) 221-3944 info@bethsholomsf.org www.bethsholomsf.org Contact: Rabbi Micah Hyman Executive director: Joninna Simpson Diverse and welcoming community, preserving tradition in the context of our modern lives. Twice daily minyan, multi-generational programming. Preschool, religious school, adult programs and holiday celebrations.

Full-service egalitarian, inclusive, haimish, participatory congregation open to all. Adult education, religious school and youth groups, Tot Shabbat, monthly Shabbat dinners and social gettogethers. Trial membership available.

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Independent

Congregation L’Dor Vador Jewish Home 302 Silver Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 334-2500/ Fax: (415) 334-4375 www.jhsf.org Contact: Rabbi Sheldon Marder Musical, participatory worship and Torah study. Kabbalat Shabbat: Fridays, 1:30 p.m.; morning service, 9:15 a.m. Friends, families and community are welcome to join completely accessible synagogue. Keneset HaLev Community of the Heart c/o 2695 44th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 339-SHUL (7485) info@kenesethalev.org www.kenesethalev.org President: Shari Samuel Va’ad Spiritual facilitator: Maggid Jonathan Furst Post-denominational, heart-centered and joyous spiritual community in San Francisco and East Bay. Shabbat home gatherings, Jewish Kirtan (chanting and music) and experimental/earth-based Judaism. High Holy Days in Golden Gate Park.

Mission Minyan San Francisco, CA info@missionminyan.org www.missionminyan.org Community of Jews who get together for spirited traditional davening (and related festivities) in the Mission. Meets Friday nights for Kabbalat Shabbat, and every other Shabbat morning. Learning opportunities and holiday programs regularly. Join mailing list at missionminyan.org. Russian Speaking Jewish Community 3739 Balboa St., #140 San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 221-5280 Fax: (415) 221-5278 info@sfrussianjews.org Contact: Rabbi Shimon Margolin Traditional congregation serving the needs of Russian-speaking Jews in San Francisco Bay Area. No membership High Holiday program. Youth/teen programs. Bar/bat mitzvah classes. San Francisco Hillel 33 Banbury Dr. San Francisco, CA 94132-2645 (415) 333-4922/ Fax: (415) 333-4926

programs@sfhillel.org www.sfhillel.org Executive director: Alon Shalev Assistant director: Heather Erez Undergraduate and graduate Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, guest rabbis and other speakers, Jewish study, and creative Jewish programming. Pluralistic and informal. Serving the Jewish campus life of San Francisco. All students welcome.

EAST BAY ♦

Orthodox

Beth Jacob Congregation* 3778 Park Blvd. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-1147 Fax: (510) 482-2374 office@BethJacobOakland.org www.BethJacobOakland.org Contact: Rabbi Judah Dardik Office manager: Elaine Thomas Diverse Modern Orthodox synagogue offers services twice daily. Maintains kosher banquet hall, and offers classes, preschool, mikvah, cemetery and gift shop. Chabad House of Berkeley Chabad of the East Bay 2643 College Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 540-5824 Fax: (510) 849-0536 office@chabadberkeley.org www.chabadberkeley.org Contact: Rabbi Yehuda Ferris Religious, educational and community service organization.

Religious Life & Congregations

Chabad Jewish Center of Oakland and Piedmont 3718 Grand Avenue Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 545-6770 info@JewishOakland.com www.jewishoakland.com Contact: Rabbi Dovid Labkowski Adult Judaic studies. Shabbat dinners and services, community holiday celebrations, women’s group, hospital visitation, camp, Hebrew school. No membership required. 32

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Chabad of Contra Costa 1671 Newell Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 937-4101 info@jewishcontracosta.com www.jewishcontracosta.com Contact: Rabbi Yaakov Kagan Serving the Contra Costa Jewish community. Adult education, Hebrew school, holiday programs and events, bar/bat mitzvah celebrations, Shabbat and daily prayer services. No membership necessary. Chabad of the Tri-Valley 784 Palomino Dr. Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 846-0700 (510) 862-4499 Rabbi@JewishTriValley.com www.JewishTriValley.com Contact: Rabbi Raleigh Resnick Based in Pleasanton, serves the Jewish residents of Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. Congregation Beth Israel Berkeley* 1630 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 843-5246 (510) 843-8052 Fax: (510) 843-5058 office@cbiberkeley.org www.cbiberkeley.org Contact: Rabbi Yonatan Cohen President: Stanley Wulf

Temple Beth Abraham Conservative Congregation founded in 1907

Modern Orthodox community. Welcomes visitors from all levels of observance. Youth programming, ongoing adult education, social-action committee, Shabbat morning childcare, monthly Shabbat dinner, daily services. ♦

Conservative

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Traditional Conservative community. Egalitarian, inclusive and multigenerational. Activities for babies to bubbes. Preschool, religious school; non-members welcome. All holidays celebrated. Kosher kitchen.

Religious Life & Congretations

Congregation B’nai Shalom* 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 934-9446 Fax: (925) 934-9450 office@bshalom.org www.bshalom.org Contacts: Rabbi Elon Sunshine Hazzan Marc A. Dinkin

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Local, Sustainable, Conservative Judaism Services Friday at 6:15 p.m. Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Morning Minyan 8:00 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays Rabbi Mark Bloom Cantor Richard Kaplan 327 MacArthur Blvd. • Oakland, CA 94610. 510-832-0936 for more information see www.tbaoakland.org

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TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM A full-service Conservative Synagogue Rabbi Harry Manhoff Cantor Linda Hirschhorn

• Pre School • Torah School • Bar/Bat Mitzvah Serving the East Bay for over 121 years

642 Dolores Ave. San Leandro 94577 (510) 357-8505

West Contra Costa’s Synagogue

Temple Beth Hillel A Reform Congregation • Friendly • Diverse • Spiritually Rich 1 block East off I-80 Hilltop Exit For info: (510) 223-2560 www.templebethhillelrichmond.org

Religious Life & Congregations

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Congregation Netivot Shalom* 1316 University Ave. Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 549-9447 Preschool: (510) 848-5770 Fax: (510) 549-9448 office@netivotshalom.org www.netivotshalom.org Contact: Rabbi Menachem Creditor Executive director: Lisa Gershony Egalitarian and participatory, welcoming intermarried and non-traditional households. Religious services, K-7th religious school, b’na mitzvah, adult education, social action, Torah study, preschool. Temple Beth Abraham* 327 MacArthur Blvd. Mail to: 336 Euclid Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 832-0936 Fax: (510) 832-4930 admin@tbaoakland.org www.tbaoakland.org Contact: Rabbi Mark Bloom Executive director: Rayna Arnold Participatory, vibrant and haimish with preschool, religious school and programming for all ages. Temple Beth Sholom* 642 Dolores Ave. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 357-8505 Fax: (510) 357-1375 RavManhoff@aol.com www.tbssanleandro.org Contacts: Rabbi Harry A. Manhoff Cantor Linda Hirschhorn Conservative synagogue, Reform rabbi, Renewal cantor. Everyone welcome. Services Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. Torah and Hebrew schools, adult Torah study, preschool, kosher kitchen.

Reform

Religious Life & Congretations

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Congregation B’nai Israel of Rossmoor Mail to: P.O. Box 2070 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 274-0304 (925) 932-4592 Fax: (925) 939-8465 Co-presidents: Leon Waxman Lillian Waxman Meets at the Vista Room of the Hillside Clubhouse Friday 8 p.m. High Holiday services: Del Valle Clubhouse, call for times. Everyone welcome. *advertisers

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Welcoming, Spiritual, Social and Vibrant

Celebrating Spiritual Community Since 1978

1800 Holbrook Dr. Danville 925.736.7146 www.bethchaim.com

Congregation Beth El* 1301 Oxford St., Berkeley, CA 94709-1424 (510) 848-3988/ Fax: (510) 848-2707 office@bethelberkeley.org www.bethelberkeley.org Contact: Rabbi Yoel H. Kahn, Ph.D. Executive director: Norm Frankel Vibrant and growing Reform Jewish congregation dedicated to Jewish learning, worship and acts of loving kindness. Congregation Beth Emek 3400 Nevada Ct. Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 931-1055 (925) 931-1056 Fax: (925) 931-1054 bethemek@bethemek.org www.bethemek.org Contact: Rabbi Richard Winer President: Charlotte Salomon Friday night services, Saturday morning service and Torah study. Monthly Shabbat dinner/family service third Friday. Religious school, Hebrew school, teen programs, preschool, adult education. Congregation Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Tikvah* 25 Hillcroft Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 933-5397/ Fax: (925) 933-6833 office@tikvah.org www.tikvah.org Rabbi Raphael Asher Administrator: Judy Blum Uniquely approachable and comfortable environment welcoming all. Religious school, preschool workshops, Talmud study, music programs, adult education. Family and musical Shabbat services. Congregation Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Torah 301 East 18th St., Antioch, CA Mail to: P.O. Box 3772 Antioch, CA 94531-3772 (925) 754-2545/ (925) 754-6875 bnaitorah@bnaitorah.50megs.com www.bnaitorah.50megs.com Contacts: Rabbi Ira Book, Julie Einess

Religious Life & Congregations

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Temple Beth Hillel* 801 Park Central, Richmond, CA 94803 (510) 223-2560/ Fax: (510) 223-2929 tbh@aol.com www.templebethhillelrichmond.org President: Dana Meyer Contact: Rabbi Dean Kertesz Shabbat services, religious school starting with pre-K,educational and cultural programs and events for all ages in a spiritually warm and friendly environment. Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Parkway Fremont, CA 94539 Mail to: P.O. Box 6017 Fremont, CA 94538-0617 (510) 656-7141/ Fax: (510) 656-5380 tbtad@sbcglobal.net www.bethtorah-fremont.org Contact: Rabbi Avi Schulman Administrator: Jill Ziman Temple Isaiah* 3800 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 283-8575 Religious school: (925) 284-9191 Fax: (925) 283-8355 temple-isaiah@temple-isaiah.org www.temple-isaiah.org Contacts: Rabbi Roberto D. Graetz Rabbi Judy B. Shanks Provides a spiritually nurturing, intellectually challenging, and socially active environment in which members of all ages can deepen their Jewish connections. Temple Israel 3183 Mecartney Rd. Alameda, CA 94502-6912 (510) 522-9355/ Fax: (510) 522-9356 office@templeisraelalameda.org www.templeisraelalameda.org Contact: Rabbi Allen B. Bennett President: Cindy Berk

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Jewish Renewal

Aquarian Minyan* P.O. Box 7224, Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 981-2130 aminyan@aquarianminyan.org www.aquarianminyan.org Co-directors: Abigail Grafton Barry Barkan Spiritually oriented community combines innovative and traditional approaches, including participatory liturgy, meditation, music, and movement. Opportunities for heartfelt and joyful worship, learning, and service. Kehilla Community Synagogue* 1300 Grand Ave. Piedmont, CA 94610 (510) 547-2424/ Fax: (510) 547-2442 info@kehillasynagogue.org www.kehillasynagogue.org Spiritual leader: Rabbi David J. Cooper Executive director: Sandy Bredt Creative, spiritual, contemporary Judaism. Membership includes LGBT, straight, singles, families, interfaith. Religious school grades 1-6, “Joyfully Jewish” program for kindergartners, bar/bat mitzvah program, adult education. ♦

Reconstructionist

Or Zarua: Reconstructionist Havurah of the East Bay (510) 526-5874 www.orzaruaeastbay.org Contacts: Nancy Facher, Jonathan Stern Inclusive community based on Reconstructionist principles/practices, tefillah, adult study, and family/ community events. Shabbat shacharit services on the first Saturday of month at Friends Meeting Hall in Berkeley.

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Independent

Beit Midrash Ohr Ha Chaim Torah Learning Center 1380 Hopkins at Acton Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 558-0536 beitmidrashohrhachaim@yahoo.com Independent, unaffiliated center of text-based Torah learning, including daily morning classes, weekly evening classes, special guest speakers, special events, and weekly Shabbat services. Beth Chaim Congregation* 1800 Holbrook Dr. Danville, CA 94506 (925) 736-7146 Fax: (925) 736-7145 admin@bethchaim.com www.bethchaim.com Contact: Rabbi Dan Goldblatt Religious school principal: Bella Bogart Dynamic religious school and b’nai mitzvah program. All backgrounds/ interfaith families welcome. Religious school, sisterhood, brotherhood, tikkun olam, chavurah, adult education, chesed support system, family Tot Shabbat and family-oriented services. Chochmat HaLev: Center for Jewish Spirituality* 2215 Prince St. Berkeley, CA 94705-1818 (510) 704-9687 Fax: (510) 704-1767 frontdesk@chochmat.org www.joyfuljew.org Spiritual leaders: Rabbi SaraLeya Schley Brian Schachter-Brooks Executive director: Larisa Blum Dynamic independent shul with musical celebratory Shabbats and High Holy Days services. Meditation, environmental Judaism, Kabbalah, mysticism, and adult/children’s education. Walking distance from Ashby BART. East Bay Minyan info@eastbayminyan.org www.eastbayminyan.org Independent minyan that meets on the first Friday of each month for spirited, traditional davening and other celebrations. A place where both Orthodox- and egalitarian-minded folks can bring in Shabbat together. Services are all in Hebrew, with kiddush following. The Minyan helps match Shabbat dinner hosts and guests.

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

A small, warm and welcoming community on the island of Alameda. Community, spirituality, diversity and education. Celebrating 90 years. Temple Sinai* P.O. Box 13315 #408, Oakland, CA 94661 (510) 451-3263/ Fax: (510) 465-0603 info@oaklandsinai.org www.oaklandsinai.org Contact: Rabbi Steven Chester Executive director: Paul Geduldig Warm, inclusive Reform congregation with approachable clergy, quality preschool and religious school, adult education, and progressive social action programs.

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Meets at First Congregational Church. Moving to St. George’s in June. Weekly services, holidays, events open to all. Interfaith families welcome. Call for service schedule. Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 537-1787/ (510) 582-3379 Fax: (510) 276-6100 info@congshirami.org www.congshirami.org Contacts: Barbara Heimowitz Ruth Hartman Congregation Shir Ami in Castro Valley is an intimate, inclusive, intergenerational Reform Jewish community that welcomes interfaith families.

Jewish Gateways 409 Liberty St., El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 559-8140 rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org www.jewishgateways.org Contact: Rabbi Bridget Wynne Serves Jews, their families, and all who want to explore Jewish life and community. Holiday celebrations, family programs, learning, personal matching to Jewish community resources. Nishmat Shalom Mail to: P.O. Box 22094 San Francisco, CA 94122 (510) 559-8372/ (510) 848-8996 info@nishmat.org www.nishmat.org Contacts: Ethel Murphy, Max Weinryb Egalitarian, observant, feminist. Committed to inclusive liturgy and encouraging women’s leadership. Shabbat services in members’ homes. Men and women of all backgrounds and orientations are welcome.

Serves entire Bay Area. Offers: Humanistic nontheistic celebrations of Jewish identity, history and culture, monthly Shabbat, holiday services, Sunday school, mitzvah program, lifecycle events, study/social groups. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews 1817 Sinclair Dr. Pleasanton, CA 94588 (925) 485-1049 CulturalJews@aol.com www.Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org Contact: Judith Seid Progressive Secular Humanistic community identifying with the Jewish people through family, culture and history, rather than through religion. Bar/bat mitzvah, holidays, lifecycles, Sunday school.

MARIN/NORTH BAY ♦ Orthodox

Religious Life & Congregations

Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living 4000 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA 94506 (925) 964-2068/ (925) 648-2800 Fax: (925) 648-2801 rabbi@rcjl.org www.rcjl.org Contact: Rabbi Deborah Kohn Executive director: Janice L. Corran, Ph.D. Traditional synagogue where Shabbat and holidays are inclusive, participatory and joyous. Weekly Torah study and continuing Jewish education. Full-time rabbi serves residential community.

Chabad Jewish Center of Sonoma County 2312 Bethards Dr., Suite 8 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 577-0277 Info@jewishsonoma.com www.JewishSonoma.com Director: Rabbi Mendel Wolvovsky Offering Jews of all backgrounds and ages, innovative and exciting programs: Jewish Learning Institute, kids Hebrew school, bar/ bat mitzvah preparation, Jewish women’s events, Shabbat services and more.

Shir HaShirim (Songs of Songs Minyan) JCC of the East Bay 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237/ Fax: (510) 848-0170 kaplanmusic@hotmail.com www.shirhashirim.net Contact: Hazzan Richard Kaplan Community Kabbalat Shabbat service on second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Combines Ashkenazi, Mizrachi and Sephardi traditions. Service is highlighted by sacred poetry, prayer and music from around the world.

Chabad of Marin 1150 Idylberry Rd., San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 492-1666 rabbirice@jewishlantern.org Contact: Rabbi Yisrael Rice Traditional Shabbat. No membership. Youth services.

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Humanistic/Secular

Kol Hadash Community for Humanistic Judaism* P.O. Box 2777, Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 428-1492/ Fax: (510) 236-8936 info@kolhadash.org www.KolHadash.org 38

Chabad of Mill Valley 247 Shoreline Hwy, Ste. A8 Mill Valley, CA 94941 (415) 381-3794/ Fax: (415) 381-8143 rabbiscop@comcast.net www.chabadmillvalley.com Contacts: Rabbi Hillel Scop Chana Scop Holiday awareness programs, adult education, special children’s events, beginners Talmud class, Judaism 101 classes, Mommy & Me program, monthly women’s gathering, teenage study groups, Hebrew school.

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Chabad of Napa Valley 18 Lodestar Lane Napa, CA 94558 (707) 320-2348 info@JewishNapaValley.com www.JewishNapaValley.com Contacts: Rabbi Elchonon Tenenbaum Chanie Tenenbaum Shabbat services, community holiday celebrations, women’s group, kosher meals, hospital visitation, Jewish learning institute, weekly Torah studies; all are welcome. ♦

Conservative

B’nai Israel Jewish Center* 740 Western Ave., Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 762-0340 Fax: (866) 482-1990 office@bnaiisrael.net www.bnaiisrael.net Contact: Rabbi Ted Feldman Administrator: Phyllis Feibusch Inclusive center for Jewish life: preschool, religious school, adult education, social and culture activities, Shabbat and holiday services, sisterhood, men’s club and Judaica shop. Congregation Beth Ami* 4676 Mayette Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 360-3000 Fax: (707) 360-3003 office@BethAmiSR.org www.BethAmiSR.org Contact: Rabbi George Schlesinger President: Patty Bernstein Monthly Shabbat dinners, joyous holiday celebrations, sense of community, toddler through teen programming, extensive library, and gift shop. Conservative egalitarian. Congregation Ha-Makom (Jewish Community of Solano County) Meeting at: Grace Episcopal Church 1st and Kentucky, Fairfield Mail to: 3069 Alamo Dr., #153 Vacaville, CA 95687 (707) 451-9140/ Fax: (707) 471-6574 ravvale@sonic.net www.congregationhamakom.com Contact: Rabbi Stephen E. Vale A synagogue without walls focusing on Jewish spirituality for all ages and families. Family Jewish religious education. Spiritual counseling. Meets Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Visit Website to join virtual community. *advertisers

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Congregation Kol Shofar* 215 Blackfield Dr. Tiburon, CA 94920-2007 (415) 388-1818/ Fax: (415) 388-5423 info@kolshofar.org www.kolshofar.org Contact: Rabbi Chai Levy Interim Exec. director: Milton Marks, III Kol Shofar, Hebrew for “call of the shofar,” strives to make the joy of Jewish living accessible and relevant to contemporary life. ♦

Reform

Congregation Beth Sholom of Napa Valley* 1455 Elm St. Napa, CA 94559 (707) 253-7305/ Fax: (707) 253-1109 office@cbsnapa.org www.cbsnapa.org Rabbi: Oren J. Postrel Director of education: Beth Kellman Since 1953, the Napa Valley’s only synagogue. Full schedule of religious, educational and cultural programs. Weekly Shabbat services; Camp Shalom Chaverim and community pool. Congregation Rodef Sholom 170 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 479-3441/ Fax: (415) 479-9220 office@rodefsholom.org www.rodefsholom.org Executive director: Michael Kamler Welcoming and inclusive congregation committed to helping people discover why being Jewish really matters-a place to deepen commitment to a Jewish way of being.

Religious Life & Congregations

Congregation Shir Shalom* 252 W. Spain St., Sonoma, CA 95476 (707) 935-3636/ Fax: (707) 938-0545 info@shir-shalom.org www.shir-shalom.org Contact: Cantor Bella Bogart President: Bonnie Lasky Shabbat services: Second Saturday 10:30 a.m. and fourth Friday 7:30 p.m. of each month. Torah study and other classes and events; please visit Website. Congregation Shomrei Torah* 2600 Bennett Valley Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 578-5519/ Fax: (707) 578-3967 shomrei@shomreitorah.org www.shomreitorah.org Contact: Rabbi George D. Gittleman Administrator: Fran Brumlik 40

Regular Shabbat services, educational and cultural programs for all ages. ♦

Traditional

Menorah Institute P.O. Box 1794, Sonoma, CA 95476 (707) 996-7018 menechem@aol.com Contact: Rabbi Malcolm M. Sparer ♦

Reconstructionist

Congregation Ner Shalom 85 La Plaza, Cotati, CA 94931-4290 (707) 664-8622/ Fax: (707) 664-0582 shalom@sonic.net www.nershalom.org Rabbi Irwin Keller Egalitarian, welcoming, inclusive and dedicated to cultivating community. Rooted in tradition. Nurtures contemporary Jewish spirituality through learning, prayer and tikkun olam. Reconstructionist Judaism (415) 491-4000 x1/ Fax: (415) 491-4000 x1 hshreibman@rrc.edu www.rrc.edu Contact: Rabbi Henry M. Shreibman, Ph.D. Workshops, lectures and religious services to support interest in Jewish life and learning through a Reconstructionist lens. Holiday celebrations, periodic Shabbat services, children’s services, interfaith family workshops, lifecycle events conducted in the Bay Area. ♦

Independent

Congregation B’nai Israel 1256 Nebraska St. Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 642-6526 Fax: (707) 745-0352 CBIoffice1@yahoo.com www.bnaisrael.com Contact: Rabbi David White Weekly Shabbat services, monthly Shabbat dinners and lunches, Midrasha affiliate, sisterhood. Sunday school for preK- 8 and midweek Hebrew school for 3rd through 8th grade. Hebrew and Jewish education classes for adults. Gan HaLev Jewish Congregation of the San Geronimo Valley Mail to: P.O. Box 280 Woodacre, CA 94973 (415) 488-4524 shalom@ganhalev.org www.ganhalev.org Administrator: Laurie Chorna

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Gan HaLev, independent, participatory and multigenerational, offers adult education, Shabbats, Sunday school, holiday celebrations and welcomes those who seek a Jewish community to inspire and appreciate them. Kol HaEmek/MCJC-Inland Mail to: P.O. Box 416 Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (707) 468-4536 carolrosenberg@sbcglobal.net www.KolhaEmek.org Contact: Rabbi Shoshanah Devorah President: Carol D. Rosenberg Creating an environment in which Jewish culture, religion and spiritual life can flourish. Mendocino Coast Jewish Community 15071 Caspar Rd., Caspar CA 95420 Mail to: P.O. Box 291 Little River, CA 95456 (707) 964-6146/ Fax: (707) 937-1034 mcohen@mcn.org www.mcjc.org Contacts: Rabbi Margaret Holub Mina Cohen Shabbat morning minyan and other events; monthly Kabbalat Shabbat, cultural events; Jewish film festival; women’s retreat. Russian River Jewish Community P.O. Box 2274, Guerneville, CA 95446 (707) 869-3273/ (707) 632-5545 rrjews@yahoo.com www.rrjc.org Contacts: Sonia Tubridy, Natasha Pehrson Community organization to celebrate Jewish holidays and promote Jewish culture. Shabbos Shul Mail to: P.O. Box 880, Larkspur, CA 94977 (415) 419-3511 nathan@rabbinathan.com www.rabbinathan.com Contact: Rabbi Nathan Segal President: Vivian Resnick Post-denominational, spiritual, musical, participatory.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY ♦ Orthodox Almaden Valley Torah Center 1422 Helmond Lane, San Jose, CA 95118 (408) 445-1770/ Cell: (408) 375-7770 Fax: (408) 723-1082 rabbi770@sbcglobal.net www.rabbi770.com Contacts: Rabbi Noach Vogel, Rivkah Vogel *advertisers

Synagogue and outreach organization, Shabbat meals, Talmud Torah, private tutoring, summer camp and holiday programs. Am Echad Mail to: P.O. Box 5101, San Jose, CA 95150 1504 Meridian Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 267-2591 info@amechad.org www.amechad.org Contact: Rabbi Menachem Levine President: Andy Hartman Offers Shabbat hospitality, daily minyanim. Jews of all levels of observance are welcome. Chabad at Stanford 1289 College Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 494-3274 info@chabadstanford.org chabad.stanford.edu Contact: Rabbi Dov Greenberg Dedicated to sharing the warmth, wisdom, and depth of Judaism with the Stanford community through classes, lectures, social action projects, Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations. All are welcome.

Chabad of San Jose 15405 Los Gatos Blvd., Ste 204 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-5530 Fax: (408) 402-9673 info@chabadsj.com www.chabadsj.com Contact: Rabbi Aaron Cunin Shabbat services, adult education classes, holiday awareness programs, Hebrew school, bar/bat mitzvah lessons, drug prevention. All welcome regardless of religious background, knowledge or level of observance. Chabad of Sunnyvale 540 Utica Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 720-0553 office@chabadsunnyvale.com www.chabadsunnyvale.com Contact: Rabbi Yisroel Hecht Open door to the entire Jewish community. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, teen club, Chabad Hebrew school. Adult education. Beginner and children-friendly services on Shabbat and holidays. Camp Gan Israel, summer and winter.

Congregation Ahavas Yisroel-Lubavitch Chabad of Greater South Bay 3070 Louis Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 424-9800 Fax: (650) 493-3425 Chabad1@pacbell.net www.chabadpaloalto.com Contact: Rabbi Yosef Levin Affiliated with Chabad. All Jewish backgrounds welcome, membership optional, daily and Shabbat services, Torah and Kabbalah classes, Shabbat hospitality, information on all aspects of Jewish life. Congregation Emek Beracha (Palo Alto Orthodox Minyan)* 4102 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 857-1800 Fax: (650) 857-0601 info@emekberacha.org www.emekberacha.org Contacts: Rabbi Yitzchok Feldman Rachel Azose An Orthodox shul for everyonewelcoming all Jews for the short- and long-term.

Chabad of Cupertino 10433 Noel Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014-1250 (408) 207-3648 ruvgold@comcast.net www.chabadofcupertino.com Co-directors: Rabbi Reuven Goldstein Gitty Goldstein

Religious Life & Congretations

Chabad of Greater South Bay* 3070 Louis Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 424-9800/ Fax: (650) 493-3425 Chabad1@pacbell.net www.chabadgsb.com Contact: Rabbi Yosef Levin Outreach, educational and community service organization. Chabad of North Peninsula 1670 Amphlett Blvd., #125 San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 341-4510 info@chabadnp.com www.ChabadNp.com Contacts: Rabbi Yossi Marcus Rabbi Moshe Weinbaum No membership required to participate. Sunday school; bar and bat mitzvah; Mommy & Me; High Holiday services and holiday events. Sunday school for special needs. *advertisers

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Sephardi-Orthodox

Ahabat Torah 1537A Meridian Ave. San Jose, CA 95125-5316 (408) 266-2342 (408) 264-3138 Fax: (408) 264-3139 ahavastorahsj@aol.com www.ahava.org Contact: Pat Bergman Sephardic congregation motivated by Torah, halachah and ethics. Daily minyanim. Classes morning, evening and by private arrangement. Jews of all backgrounds welcome. Special outreach to anusim (conversos). Bar Yohai Sefardic Minyan c/o SPHDS 1030 Astoria Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 296-5287 Fax: (408) 296-6860 info@baryohai.org www.baryohai.org President: Fred Zaghi Respectful of all traditions, open to Jews of all origins. Daily services, classes and traditional activities.

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Conservative

Congregation Beth David 19700 Prospect Rd. Saratoga, CA 95070-3352 (408) 257-3333 Fax: (408) 257-3338 info@beth-david.org www.beth-david.org Contact: Senior Rabbi Daniel Pressman Rabbi Aaron Schonbrun Egalitarian, spirited worship, engaging learning, diverse programs for all ages, outreach to young adults and families with children, active Hazak group (55+). Congregation Beth Jacob* 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 366-8481 Fax: (650) 366-4629 Religious school: (650) 366-8483 cbj@bethjacobrwc.org www.bethjacobrwc.org Contact: Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray Ritual director: Bill Futornick Intergenerational and egalitarian learning community that emphasizes participation and belonging. Religious school and preschool.

Congregation Kol Emeth* 4175 Manuela Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 948-7498 Fax: (650) 948-2712 office@kolemeth.org www.kolemeth.org Contacts: Rabbi David Booth Rabbi Sarah Graff Conservative, participatory, egalitarian, traditional services; daily minyanim; religious school; social-action programs, adult and family education, Friday night and young adult Shabbat programs.\ Congregation Sinai 1532 Willowbrae Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 264-8542 (408) 264-8543 Fax: (408) 264-4316 office@sinai-sj.org www.sinai-sj.org Contact: Rabbi Joshua Berkenwald Warm and spirited Conservative synagogue. Full range of activities for all ages all year long, including weekly Shabbat and Sunday morning services, monthly family Shabbats, Kadima/USY, nursery and religious schools. Peninsula Sinai Congregation* 499 Boothbay Ave. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 349-2816 Fax: (650) 349-2845 info@peninsulasinai.org www.peninsulasinai.org Spiritual leader: Cantor Doron Shapira Egalitarian and participatory services, learning opportunities for all ages, minyan on Tuesday evening and Thursday morning, youth involvement in Shabbat service; new facility with kosher kitchen.

Religious Life & Congregations

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Reform

Congregation Beth Am* 26790 Arastradero Rd. Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 (650) 493-4661 Fax: (650) 494-8248 execdir@betham.org www.betham.org Contact: Rabbi Janet Marder Inclusive Reform congregation. Family and adult education resources. Participatory worship. Interfaith couples welcome.

Congregation Emeth 17835 Monterey St. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 778-8200 admin@emeth.net www.emeth.net Contact: Rabbi Debbie Israel President: Paul Crompton South Santa Clara Valley’s only Reform congregation. 80 families. Check Website for service schedule. Full religious school, Hebrew school and adult programming. Interfaith families welcome.

Congregation Shir Hadash 20 Cherry Blossom Lane Los Gatos, CA 95032-4637 (408) 358-1751 Fax: (408) 358-1753 office@shirhadash.org www.shirhadash.org Contact: Rabbis Melanie Aron Executive director: Art Scher Evolving Reform Jewish congregation dedicated to providing a vital Jewish life, spiritual growth, and a sense of community for all its members.

Congregation Beth Am, a Reform community An inclusive, dynamic part of the mid-Peninsula for 55 years Be part of our community Roots Collective young adults group, Beth Am Men, Beth Am Women Welcoming to all

Study with us Gan Ami ECE program Religious, Hebrew and family education Innovative adult study

Worship with us Engaging weekly Torah study Shabbat morning Torah minyan Meaningful worship, spiritual growth

Help us do good in the world Caring community School literacy project Committed to social justice

Congregation Beth Am’s purpose is to inspire our members to grow in mind, heart and soul. – Rabbi Janet Marder, Senior Rabbi

Congregation Beth Am 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 650-493-4661 • www.betham.org

Religious Life & Congretations

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Or HaLev* - Center for Jewish Spirituality Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 341-7701 lfreedman@ptbe.org www.orhalev.org Contact: Lolli Freedman Or HaLev means “light of the heart” and is a place for Jews to experience the benefits of Jewish meditation, chanting, contemplative services and spirituality. All are welcome. Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 341-7701/ Fax: (650) 570-7183 mail@ptbe.org www.ptbe.org Contacts: Rabbi Dennis J. Eisner Rabbi Karen Citrin Warm and welcoming Reform congregation. Emphasis on chavurot, family participation, interfaith outreach and education for all generations. Peninsula Temple Sholom 1655 Sebastian Dr. Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 697-2266/ Fax: (650) 697-2544 sholom@sholom.org www.sholom.org Contacts: Rabbi Daniel J. Feder Rabbi Kim Ettlinger Vibrant, Reform Jewish congregation dedicated to meeting the spiritual, social and intellectual needs of congregants. Temple Beth Sholom c/o 867 North Fifth St. San Jose, CA 95112-5021 Voicemail: (408) 978-5566 info@SanJoseTBS.org

www.SanJoseTBS.org President: Warner S. Bloomberg III Vice president: Robert Baskin Welcomes all who wish to express their Jewish spirit in a small informal Reform congregation. Open-door High Holy Days services. Temple Emanu-El 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 292-0939/ Fax: (408) 292-7625 admin@templesanjose.org www.templesanjose.org Contact: Drew Barkley Member services: Deborah Zimmer San Jose’s oldest Reform congregation; inclusive in all areas of synagogue life. Rooted in heritage and liberal in outlook. ♦

Reconstructionist

Keddem Congregation* P.O. Box 50758 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 494-6400 keddem@keddem.org www.keddem.org Contact: Rabbi Elisheva Salamo President: Esther Heller Participatory, community-led, egalitarian, inclusive congregation passionately committed to infusing tradition with new meaning. Visit Website for detailed information. ♦

Independent

Coastside Jewish Community P.O. Box 1729 El Granada, CA 94018 (650) 306-0328 coastsidejewishcommunity@yahoo.com www.coastsidejewishcommunity.org President: Leslie Deman Spiritual leaders: Jhos Singer, Julie Batz

Innovative inclusive, spirited, diverse and tradition-based Shabbat and High Holiday services, religious school and celebrations. San Mateo coast, everyone welcome. Congregation Etz Chayim* 4161 Alma St. Palo Alto, CA 94306-0657 (650) 813-9094 Fax: (650) 813-9024 ExecDirector@EtzChayim.org www.EtzChayim.org Contact: Rabbi Ari Cartun Invites participants to experience community: sing, learn, pray and celebrate. 300 households, wide range of Jewish backgrounds. About 1/3 interfaith. Services are Reform/ Conservative blend. Youth, family, adult education and social activities. Hillel at Stanford The Harold & Libby Ziff Center for Jewish Life 565 Mayfield Ave., Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-1602/ Fax: (650) 725-8530 hillelatstanford@stanford.edu hillel.stanford.edu Contact: Rabbi Mychal Copeland Exec. director: Adina Danzig Epelman Offers educational, religious, social, social action, cultural and Israel-related programs to Stanford students and local young adults. Some programs open to the community-at-large.

Religious Life & Congregations

Karaite Jews of America Congregation B’nai Israel 1575 Annie St. Daly City, CA 94915 (415) 661-3643 Fax: (650) 591-6182 eliemoussa@sbcglobal.net www.karaites.org Contacts: Elie Moussa David Ovadia Karaite believe only in the authority of the Tanach. Services are held every Friday evening at sunset and Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Acting Rav Joe Pessah.

SANTA CRUZ & MONTEREY ♦ Orthodox Chabad by the Sea P.O. Box 554 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 454-0101/ Fax: (831) 621-9549 info@chabadbythesea.com www.chabadbythesea.com Contact: Rabbi Yochanan Friedman 44

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Serving the Santa Cruz Jewish community with educational, social and humanitarian programs. Chabad of Monterey 2707 David Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (831) 643-2770 rabbi@chabadofmonterey.com www.chabadofmonterey.com Contact: Rabbi David Holtzberg ♦

Conservative

B’nai Torah Carleton Hall 400 W. Franklin St., Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 375-1818 president@bnaitorah-ca.org www.bnaitorah-ca.org President: Louise Seibel Small, lay-led Conservative and traditional Jewish congregation. Often attracts travelers looking for place to daven on Shabbat. Services 10 a.m. on Saturday. Congregation Kol Tefillah 200 Washington St., #109 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 457-0264 benjamin@chemistry.ucsc.edu www.koltefillah.org President: Ilan Benjamin Traditional, egalitarian, lay-led and participatory. Meets on Shabbat and most holidays. ♦

Reform

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Chadeish Yameinu P.O. Box 3578 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 (831) 429-6936 rebeli@sbcglobal.net www.CYsantacruz.org Contact: Rabbi Eli Cohen Supports the ongoing process of renewing Judaism and bringing its spiritual and ethical vitality into our lives. Draws on Kabbalistic and Chassidic sources and embraces a global vision of the role of all peoples and paths.

Independent Ayn Sof Kabbalah Community Central Coast / Independent Meets in Santa Cruz County and multiple Bay Area locations. P.O. Box 2111 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 info@kabbalahcommunity.org Kabbalah circle guide: Rabbi Alyjah Navy Mystical, musical and mellow with a focus on adult spirituality: ongoing Kabbalah classes, workshops, High Holy Day celebrations and more. Visit www.kabbalahcommunity.org for updates, reminders and special invitations. Kolaynu: The Progressive Jewish Voice of Santa Cruz Mail to: PO Box 1305 Capitola, CA 95010 (831) 475-3313 kolaynueventsowner@yahoogroups.com groups.yahoo.com/group/kolaynuevents Community-led. Celebrates High Holidays “Santa Cruz style:” Progressive participatory, creative, peace-oriented, egalitarian services with feminine, gender-neutral, and traditional masculine prayers. All welcome.

Interfaith Programs Interfaith programming is provided by most JCCs, JFCS and synagogues, as well as the organizations listed below. Activities include holiday workshops and celebrations, support groups and social occasions. Several local rabbis perform interfaith marriages. Contact individual rabbis or the organizations listed below for further assistance. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Building Jewish Bridges: Outreach to Interfaith Couples* 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420 x11 dawn@buildingjewishbridges.org www.buildingjewishbridges.org Director: Dawn Kepler Workshops and panel discussions on interfaith/intercultural issues. Negotiating differences, raising children, finding community. Secular or agnostic? Welcome. Weekly e-mail about events for interfaith families.

Temple Beth El 1212 Riker St., Salinas, CA 93901 (831) 424-9151 Fax: (831) 424-9327 salinasrav@aol.com www.urj.org/ca/ca014 Contact: Rabbi Michael Howald Offers social and community service programs in addition to Shabbat and festival services and educational programs.

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Santa Cruz Hillel Foundation 222 Cardiff Place Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 426-3332/ Fax: (831) 426-1895 info@santacruzhillel.org www.santacruzhillel.org Executive director: In transition Program director: Heather Paul Weekly Friday night services and dinners, High Holiday services, Sukkot and Simchat Torah celebrations, community Passover seders, weekly classes, and counseling.

Religious Life & Congretations

Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Rd. Carmel, CA 93923 (831) 624-2015/ Fax: (831) 624-4786 shalomcbi@aol.com www.carmelbethisrael.org Contact: Rabbi Bruce Greenbaum Administrator: Alethea Horne The largest and oldest Reform Synagogue and Jewish cultural center for the Monterey Peninsula.

Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Rd. Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444 Fax: (831) 475-7246 info@tbeaptos.org www.tbeaptos.org Contacts: Rabbi Richard Litvak Rabbi Paula Marcus Worship services blend tradition and contemporary prayer in a spiritual way.

Camp Tawonga* 131 Steuart St., Ste. 460 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-2267 (415 KIDCAMP) info@tawonga.org www.tawonga.org Director: Mimi Gordon Celebrating the many unique identities of our Jewish community. Weekend programs in the spring, late summer, and fall of 2009: welcoming, warm, fun environment and childcare. Financial assistance available.

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Interfaith Connection Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1252/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 hmcmahon@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/interfaith Program manager: Helena McMahon,LMFT Discussion groups and creating rituals series, lectures, panel discussions, workshops, Shabbat dinners, cultural/arts and social events for interfaith/intercultural couples and families.

Jewish Welcome Network: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors (formerly Project Welcome) 900 Kearny St., Suite 228 San Francisco, CA 94131 (415) 713-7716/ karenk@jewishwelcomenetwork.org www.JewishWelcomeNetwork.org Executive director: Karen Kushner, MSW Welcomes interfaith families and seekers into the Jewish community and provides resources and consultation to synagogues and agencies on increasing the warmth of their welcome. Lehrhaus Judaica: The Adult School for Jewish Studies The Reutlinger Center 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420 Fax: (510) 845-6446 info@lehrhaus.org www.lehrhaus.org Executive director: Jehon Grist, Ph.D. Courses on interfaith issues, Jewish history, theology, links between Judaism and other world religions; Introduction to Judaism and Choosing Judaism series.

Conversions Most congregational rabbis are available for lifecycle events and to teach Jews-by-choice. Many synagogues have conversion programs. Contact the Board of Rabbis of Northern California at (415) 369-2861, the East Bay Council of Rabbis at (510) 451-3263 or the Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose at (408) 357-7509. Also see Chapter 3, Lifecycle Events.

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Federations Based on the Jewish traditions of tzedakah (righteous behavior) and communal responsibility, the federations are volunteerbased, nonprofit organizations that raise funds from Jewish individuals to support social services, culture and education. As umbrella agencies, the federations allocate dollars in their geographic areas, Israel and elsewhere around the world. Federations play an important role in community planning and leadership development. In addition, federation endowment funds help to ensure the financial security of the Jewish community. Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties* 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-0411 Fax: (415) 495-5986 info@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Acting CEO: Jennifer Gorovitz President: James Koshland Marin County Office 200 North San Pedro Rd., Ste A, 220 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 499-1223/ Fax: (415) 499-0308 marin@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Marin director: Jeanne Miller Office coordinator: Aryeh Breakstone North Peninsula Office 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 349-1523/ Fax: (650) 572-0949 northpen@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org North Peninsula director: Roxanne Cohen North Peninsula assistant: Denise Ron *advertisers

Sonoma County Office 521 College Ave., Ste. 121 Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 568-6207/ Fax: (707) 578-0982 sonoma@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Director: Kirsten Miller Sonoma assistant: Barbara Levinson South Peninsula Office 3921 Fabian Way, Suite A-017 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 852-9020/ Fax: (650) 852-9061 southpen@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Campaign dir.: Stephanie Rosenbaum South Peninsula assistant: Teresa Lanz Israel Office JDC-Israel P.O. Box 3489, Jerusalem, 91034 Israel 011-972-2-655-7233 Fax: 011-972-2-655-6132 gilan@jdc.org.il www.sfjcf.org Israel director: Gila Noam Over 100 years ago, a handful of Jewish settlers in the Bay Area gathered to establish their own organization to aid the sick and needy, assist in the resettlement of Jewish immigrants, and bury the departed. In 1910, when leaders of the various social service agencies decided to centralize fundraising by combining agencies under one roof, the Jewish Welfare Fund was formed. It helped Jews and non-Jews alike through Jewish-sponsored service agencies that provided shelter, clothing, food, medicine and job training. Eventually, the JWF broadened and deepened its mission to fund Jewish education and culture and other Jewish identity-building programs. In 1981 the JWF changed its name to the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties (JCF), assisting diverse beneficiary agencies in bringing social

services, educational opportunities, and cultural and recreational events to the Bay Area. To help ensure the continuity and vitality of the San Francisco Bay Area Jewish community, the JCF created an endowment arm, known as the Jewish Community Endowment Fund (JCEF), which began as a small community fund to receive the bequests of donors, many of whom were assisted by the JCFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beneficiary agencies. The JCEF provides critical support for emergency needs and seedfunds new projects that offer creative solutions to communal problems locally, nationally, in Israel and around the world. Today, through donations to its annual campaign and endowment fund, the JCF continues to ensure a viable Jewish community wherever Jews are in need. The JCF also partners directly with its Israel office to offer creative programming that builds and supports a strong, democratic Jewish state. The Jewish Federation & The Jewish Community Foundation of the East Bay* 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 www.jfed.org President: Terri Friedkin Executive director: Rabbi James Brandt The Federation and Foundation are dedicated to building a vibrant and inclusive local Jewish community while promoting the vitality, continuity, diversity and richness of Jewish life in the East Bay, in Israel and around the world. They work with donors, agencies, institutions, advisors and community leaders to develop and grow a base of support to meet the present and future needs of our people. Supporting the organizations, programs and services that help build a vibrant and inclusive Jewish community in the East Bay, in Israel and throughout the world.

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Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley* 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 200,Los Gatos,CA 95032 (408) 358-3033/ Fax: (408) 356-0733 www.jvalley.org President: Steve Ellenberg CEO: Jyl Jurman Serves approximately 65,000 Jewish people in Santa Clara County through its support of programs to meet Jewish needs locally, overseas and in Israel. The federationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to develop leadership; raise and allocate funds needed to maintain and strengthen Jewish identity, Jewish community and Jewish life; and to work toward meeting the needs and concerns of the Jewish community in the South Bay, the United States, Israel and the rest of the world.

Foundations Koret Foundation* 33 New Montgomery, Ste. 1090 San Francisco, CA 94105-4526 (415) 882-7740/ Fax: (415) 882-7775 info@koretfoundation.org www.koretfoundation.org CEO: Jeffrey A. Farber Grant making programs and communications: Susan Wolfe Grant-making foundation supports organizations and initiative in education, bolsters economic development in Israel and strengthens Bay Area communities. Taube Philanthropies 1050 Ralston Ave., Belmont, CA 94002 (650) 802-1626 info@taubephilanthropies.org www.taubephilanthropies.org www.polandjewishheritagetours.com Executive director: Shana Penn Grant-making foundation that supports organizations and institutions in academia, education, arts and culture, and Jewish life in the Bay Area, Poland and Israel.

JCCs & Campuses Local Jewish community centers play an important role in building and sustaining Jewish life in the Bay Area. They are places to play and socialize, to find friends and even romance, and to learn. Northern California JCCs offer an extensive range of services and programming, from lectures on Israel to ballroom dancing, from womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support groups to writing workshops. Many JCCs also offer the latest in fitness and recreational facilities. They provide camps and afterschool care for kids of all ages, special 48

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events and services for seniors, and numerous other programs and services.

SAN FRANCISCO Jewish Community Center of San Francisco* 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1200/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 info@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Executive director: Barry Finestone Director of marketing: Nathaniel Bergson-Michelson Offers fitness and aquatics center, performances, lectures, Jewish, childhood and parent education, art, music and dance classes, interfaith, holiday, ĂŠmigrĂŠ, teen and senior programs, sports and camps.

EAST BAY Contra Costa JCC* 2071 Tice Valley Blvd..Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800/ Fax: (925) 937-0765 info@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org Executive director: Jamie Hyams Aquatics, fitness classes, preschool and kindergarten, adult programs, art gallery, summer day camp, adult day program.

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JCC of the East Bay* 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237/ Fax: (510) 848-0170 info@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Exec. dir.: Sally Kauffman Flinchbaugh Serving Northern Alameda County with stimulating education, activities and kosher lunches for all ages, year-round childcare for ages 2-12, a Jewish Music Festival, cultural and community events and more.

MARIN/NORTH BAY Jewish Community Center Sonoma County* 1301 Farmers Lane #C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-4222 Fax: (707) 528-4288 office@jccsoco.org www.jccsoco.org Executive director: Beth Goodman President: Jay Peretz Offers a Jewish Film Festival, day camps, extensive countywide teen program, meditation and spirituality, Friendship Circle Seniors 55+, “The Group” for young adults, clubs and classes. Osher Marin JCC* 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000 Fax: (415) 491-1235 jwolff-bolton@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Executive director: Judy Wolff-Bolton Offering a newly renovated fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, summer day camps, performing arts center, classes, teen programs, childcare and a yearround preschool.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley* 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 Fax: (408) 358-7311 info@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org CEO: Hal Bordy Fitness center, aquatics, tennis, Center for Jewish Life and Learning, Melton School, preschool, childcare, youth camps and programs, adult education, senior programs, sports, cultural events. 50

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Oshman Family JCC* 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8700/ Fax: (650) 852-3600 info@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org CEO: Alan Sataloff CPO: Karen Einbinder Cultural, social, fitness, recreational and educational programs for everyone. Includes everything from a state-of-theart fitness center to an impressive cultural arts hall.

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American Jewish Committee* San Francisco Office Northern California Region 121 Steuart St., #405 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-3820 Fax: (415) 777-1018 sanfrancisco@ajc.org www.ajc.org Executive director: Mervyn K. Danker Assistant directors: Linda A. Twain, Nomi Moradzadeh

A number of organizations champion Jewish interests and human rights in the wider community, offering opportunities for political and social activism. Participants serve on boards, staff programs and take an active role in supporting their goals. AIPAC - American Israel Public Affairs Committee Pacific Northwest Region P.O. Box 207 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 989-4140/ Fax: (415) 989-5202 sf_office@aipac.org

North Peninsula Jewish Campus 800 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 312-8543/ Fax: (650) 312-8016 kmingus@npjc.org www.npjc.org Contact: Larry Schlenoff, CEO Exec.asst. & office manager: Kat Mingus Meeting place for individuals and families to celebrate, learn and stay healthy in both body and spirit. Home to the PJCC, Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School and future home of CultureWorks for Arts and Ideas.

Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 luba@taubekoretcampus.org (650) 223-8656 www.taubekoretcampus.org Campaign coordinator: Luba Palant Multipurpose intergenerational Jewish campus that includes the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center and Moldaw Family Residences, and which serves all age groups and welcomes everyone.

AIPAC is hard at work helping to educate members of Congress, candidates for public office, policymakers, media professionals and student leaders about the importance of the U.S-Israel friendship. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the organization has 10 regional offices focused on bringing our message to legislators throughout the country.

Promoting global Jewish advocacy, AJC seeks a secure Jewish future in a more just world. AJC builds bridges, advances security, promotes human rights, supports Israel and strengthens Jewish life.

To Life! A Jewish Cultural Street Festival* (650) 223-8606 Fax: (650) 852-3600 Comm. events dir.: Amy Grossmann This fun-filled day for all ages includes live entertainment, community organizations, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, Judaica and fine art, music and food. Peninsula JCC* 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522)/ Fax: (650) 378-2799 info@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Executive director: Deborah Pinsky Activities for all ages, including an award-winning aquatics program, stateof-the-art fitness center, preschool and seasonal camp. Enrichment programs, social and educational activities, trips and transportation, Jewish education and more. *advertisers

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The Gloria & Ken Levy Family Campus* 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033/ Fax: (408) 356-0733 jyl@jvalley.org www.jvalley.org New home of Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley, Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, Yavneh Day School, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley and community mikvah. A place to connect to the Jewish community.

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Anti-Defamation League (ADL)* Central Pacific Region 720 Market St., Ste. 800 San Francisco, CA 94102-2501 (415) 981-3500 N. CA only: (800) 600-1133 Fax: (415) 981-8933 San-Francisco@adl.org www.adl.org Education director: Nina Grotch Combats anti-Semitism through programs and services that counteract hatred, bigotry, discrimination and prejudice. Offers diversity appreciation and anti-hate workshops. Monitors and exposes extremist group activities. Interprets Mideast development for the public. Offers security advice and training to Jewish institutions. Bechol Lashon (In Every Tongue)* P.O. Box 591107 San Francisco, CA 94159 (415) 386-2604/ Fax: (415) 386-2060 bechollashon@jewishresearch.org www.bechollashon.org Director: Diane Tobin Advocates for an expanding and diverse global Judaism. Creates inclusive, educational Bay Area programs. Embraces all paths to Judaism: heritage, conversion, adoption and intermarriage. Institute for Jewish & Community Research* P.O. Box 591107 San Francisco, CA 94159-1107 (415) 386-2604/ Fax: (415) 386-2060 info@jewishresearch.org www.jewishresearch.org President: Diane Tobin Independent non-profit dedicated to the growth and security of the Jewish people, IJCR serves as an international think tank providing policy research to the Jewish community and general society. Jewish Community Relations Council* 121 Steuart St., #301 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 957-1551/(415) 979-0981 info@jcrc.org www.jcrc.org Executive director: Rabbi Doug Kahn Associate dir,: Abby Michelson Porth East Bay Region 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610-5054 (510) 318-6417/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 myrna@jfed.org www.jcrc.org Regional director: Myrna David 52

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Marin and Sonoma Region 200 North San Pedro Rd., #220 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 472-5128 Sonoma voicemail: (707) 523-9112 Fax: (415) 499-0308 sberns@jcrc.org www.jcrc.org Regional director: Suzan Berns Peninsula Region Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life 3921 Fabian Way, Suite AO23 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 847-1715 Fax: (650) 847-1719 kstiller@jcrc.org www.jcrc.org Peninsula director: Karen Stiller Peninsula assistant: Mickey Forman Represents the organized Jewish community on key issues ranging from Israel to quality education through community activism, coalition building, outreach to public and school officials, and to key ethnic and faith leaders. JIMENA (Jews Indigenous to the Middle East & North Africa) 459 Fulton St. Suite 207 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 626-5062 info@jimena.org www.jimena.org Contact: Elliot Levy Advocates, educates on history and plight of Jews expelled by Arab governments. Restores the Mizrachi historical narrative. Offers a counterpoint to the Palestinians. Pro-Israel advocacy. Progressive Jewish Alliance S.F. Bay Area Chapter 409 Liberty St. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 527-8640 (510) 527-8620 Fax: (510) 527-8680 bayarea@pjalliance.org www.pjalliance.org Interim regional director: Susan Lubeck Community engagement coordinator: Alexander Sharone Membership organization whose mission is to engage Jews of diverse backgrounds to learn, lead and act in our local communities to create a more just and equal society. *advertisers

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Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club* 236 West Portal Ave. #496 San Francisco, CA 94127 (415) 305-7751 sfrwjdc@yahoo.com www.wallenbergdems.org Contact: Jason Porth Engages its members in political action and civic participation to translate core Jewish values into public policy, and educate fellow community members, the voting public and policymakers. Republican Jewish Coalition Northern California Chapter (310) 478-0752 Fax: (310) 478-0111 California@rjchq.org www.RJCHQ.org Contact: Ken Wornick Works within the Jewish community articulating Republican views, educating the community about Republican ideas, and advocating conservative positions.

Community Service By providing service locally, in Israel and throughout the world, Jews can put their energy and skills to work, making a difference in the lives of others. Some of the following are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. American Jewish World Service* Western Region 131 Steuart Street, Suite 200 San Francisco, CA 94105 Phone: (415)593-3280 (212)792-2900 Fax: (415)593-3290 westernregion@ajws.org www.ajws.org Western regional director: Laura Talmus Bay Area regional director: Elizabeth Friedman Branoff American Jewish World Service is an international development organization motivated by Judaismâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imperative to pursue justice and alleviate poverty, hunger and disease in the developing world. *advertisers

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AMIT* 1851 Noriega St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 664-6309/ Fax: (415) 664-4704 avab@amitchildren.org www.amitchildren.org Executive director: Ava Brand Israel’s official network for religious, technological secondary education. Cares for children from dysfunctional homes in youth villages and family group homes. Absorbs and trains Ethiopian and Russian youth. Develops Israel’s young scientific talent. B’nai B’rith Golden Pacific Region (Central, Northern California & Hawaii) (415) 456-0344 maivin@sonic.net Regional president: Irving Golden B’nai B’rith, now 166 years old, is the oldest and most widely known Jewish humanitarian, human rights and advocacy organization. An international service organization of Jewish men and women, it is committed to the security and continuity of the Jewish people and the state of Israel. It represents the interests of Jews through its lodges, units and international leadership. Business and Professional’s Division Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x209/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 www.jfed.org/groups/blc Campaign director: Erik Ludwig Erik@jfed.org (510)839-6408 Recognizes the propensity of attorneys, doctors, real estate/finance and other professionals to network with each other and give back to the community in the process.

Business Leadership Council Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 499-1223/ Fax: (415) 499-0308 BLC@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org/groups/blc Director: Jeanne Miller Network of Jewish business leaders. Programs provide insights into the latest developments in the Bay Area business community and opportunities for meaningful involvement in Jewish life. Friends of the Bureau of Jewish Education Jewish Community Library 1835 Ellis St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 567-3327 x705 Fax: (415) 567-4542 info@friendsofthejcl.org www.friendsofthejcl.org Contact: Howard Freedman Independent organization raises funds for the BJE Jewish Community Library, and promotes the library in the community. Hadassah-Central Pacific Coast Region* 1715 Polk St., San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 771-5900 Fax: (415) 771-5927 cpcr@hadassah.org www.cpcr.hadassah.org President: Elizabeth Alpert Office manager: Liliya Matt Initiates and supports pace-setting health care, education and youth institutions in Israel. Enhances the quality of American and Jewish life through a variety of programs. Women of all ages volunteer in support of humanitarian work in medicine, education and youth programs in Israel, and health education and advocacy in the U.S.

Jewish Coalition for Literacy* San Francisco 121 Steuart St., Ste. 301 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 977-7430 x102 (415) 977-7414 x100 Fax: (415) 369-9552 rrothman@jcrc.org www.jclread.org Bay Area director: Roberta Rothman Program manager: Helene Tinkler East Bay Region 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x272 (510) 839-2900 x274 Fax: (510) 839-3996 Program manager: Helene Tinkler Senior outreach manager: Judy Pam-Bycel Peninsula Region Taube Koret Center for Jewish Life 3921 Fabian Way, Suite A023 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 847-1718 Fax: (650) 847-1719 Program manager: Jennifer Advani Engages the community in tikkun olam by placing volunteer reading tutors in underserved Bay Area public schools. National Council of Jewish Women* San Francisco Section 2000 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 411 San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 346-4600 Fax: (415) 674-4082 info@ncjwsf.org www.ncjwsf.org Executive director: Ann Singer Membership organization of Jewish women volunteers of all ages working actively to improve the lives of women, children, families and disadvantaged through advocacy, education and community service. ORT America* West Coast Region 6435 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 305 Los Angeles, CA 90048 (800) 701-3018 Fax: (323) 966-5454 western@ortamerica.org www.ortamerica.org Advancement director: Nikita Putnam

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UpStart’s mission is to inspire and advance innovative ideas that contribute to the continued growth and vitality of Jewish life. A community of change-makers. WIZO - Women’s International Zionist Organization San Francisco/Bay Area 966 Durlane Ct. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 www.wizosf.org wizosfbayarea@gmail.com Contact: Galit Rand Involved with social welfare, education and integration of all people into Israeli society through a network of 680 institutions. Deals with women’s and children’s issues. Has representation in the United Nations. Also conducts Jewish education in the Diaspora to fight assimilation and anti-Semitism. Women’s Alliance Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (650) 852-9020 ext 8002 Fax: (650) 852-9061 women@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Director: Stephanie Rosenbaum

Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring Kutner Yiddish Resources 1128 Tanglewood Way San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 349-6946 fishl@derbay.org www.circle.org Contact: Philip “Fishl” Kutner Fosters Jewish — especially Yiddish — culture, education and the pursuit of social and economic justice. YAD - Young Adult Division Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6280/ Fax: (415) 541-9352 YAD@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Director: Abra Annes Educational, social, cultural programs; Israel trips; regional and national conferences; singles/couples ages 21-40ish. Mission is leadership development, community building and developing a culture of philanthropy.

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UpStart Bay Area 332 Pine St., Suite 600 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 536-5918 Fax: (415) 520-5196 info@upstartbayarea.org www.upstartbayarea.org CEO: Toby Rubin

Women’s Philanthropy Division Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x347/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 rebekah@jfed.org www.jfed.org Director: Rebekah Wildman Offers programs that educate, inspire and help connect Jewish women. Focus on leadership development, outreach, Jewish education and women’s philanthropy among women in the East Bay Jewish community.

Taking an active role in keeping the memory and the lessons of the Holocaust alive, a number of Northern California organizations provide educational programs, and offer support to survivors and their families. Alliance for the Study of the Holocaust Sonoma State University 1801 East Cotati Ave. Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 762-2995 alliance@sonoma.edu President: Christyne Davidian Co-sponsors the SSU Holocaust and Genocide Lecture Series; supports SSU’s Center for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide; collaborates with community groups working on related issues. Bay Area Hidden Children (650) 328-2516 (650) 326-1254 wolgelen@pacbell.net Contacts: Jeannette Ringold Jacques Wolgelenter Group for those who were hidden children during the Holocaust. Meets regularly at members’ homes. Affiliated with the World Federation of Jewish Child Survivors of the Holocaust. Center for The Study of the Holocaust and Genocide Sonoma State University 1801 E. Cotati Ave. Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 664-4076 Fax: (707) 664-3920 centerh@sonoma.edu www.sonoma.edu/holocaust Director: Myrna Goodman, Ph.D.

Women’s philanthropy perpetuates the values of Jewish heritage and tradition by offering women, married or single, an opportunity to enhance and support the Jewish community.

Young Leadership Division Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x263/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 youngleadership@jfed.org www.jfed.org Campaign associate: Melissa Cowen Melissa@jfed.org Provides young adults (21-40ish) the opportunity as singles, couples and families to connect with the Jewish community through social programs, leadership development, education, social action, and philanthropy.

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ORT supports a global network of schools and training programs that boast more than 3 million graduates to date. ORT educates 300,000 students in 63 countries annually. Worldwide Jewish and secular communities are strengthened in those towns and cities in which ORT programs exist.

Sponsors public Holocaust lectures each spring; develops Holocaust resource materials; provides Holocaust education in collaboration with the Alliance for the Study of the Holocaust. |

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Generation to Generation 18 Hunter Creek Fairfax, CA 94930 (415) 460-5464 generationtogeneration@yahoo.com Contact: Esther Rosha-Stadtler Non-profit organization for sons and daughters of Holocaust survivors. Programs, support network, newsletter, e-mail list and social events. Serves Northern California. Holocaust Center of Northern California (HCNC) 121 Steuart St., Ste. 10 San Francisco, CA 94105 General information: (415) 777-9060 Fax: (415) 777-9062 www.hcnc.org Executive director: Leslie Kane Dir. of library & archives: Judy Janec Education and Holocaust remembrance. Library, archives, oral history collection, speakers’ bureau, teacher training, middle and high school student programs and cultural events. Holocaust Memorial Lincoln Park, Legion of Honor Drive Mail to: 121 Steuart St., #301 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 957-1551 Fax: (415) 979-0981 Contact: Rabbi Doug Kahn Created by sculptor George Segal to memorialize the Holocaust. Represents a survivor standing in front of a tragic scene in a concentration camp. Open daily. Entrance at Clement and 34th Avenue. Holocaust Survivor Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3823 (415) 449-3865 Fax: (415) 449-1229 sah@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Brian Brown Assistance with reparations, care management, social activities, including the weekly Café by the Bay, transportation, comprehensive senior services, and financial and practical assistance for survivors and their families. 58

Holocaust Survivor Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County 828 San Pablo Ave., Ste 104 Albany, CA 94706 (510) 558-7800 x257 Fax: (510) 558-7803 rclancy@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Rita Clancy Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 558-7800 x257 Fax: (925) 558-7803 rclancy@jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Rita Clancy JFCS/East Bay is the only organization providing services and assistance for 270 Holocaust survivors in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Offering home visits, care management, volunteer matching, counseling and assistance with restitution applications. Monthly Café Europa social and educational programs for survivors, their families, and friends. Holocaust Survivor Services Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7458/ (408) 357-7456 Fax: (408) 551-0091 galinac@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Coordinator: Galina Chyorny Reparations claims assistance, emergency services, case management, home visits, and wellness services. Jewish Partisan Educational Foundation 2107 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 302 San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 563-2244/ Fax: (415) 563-2442 mitch@jewishpartisans.org www.jewishpartisans.org Executive director: Mitch Braff JPEF develops and distributes effective educational materials about the Jewish partisans and their life lessons, bringing the celebration of heroic resistance against tyranny into educational and cultural organizations worldwide. Kindertransport Association Northern California Chapter 1106 Everett Ave. Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 482-1822/ (510) 547-2694 alfredcotton@sbcglobal.net www.kindertransport.org Contact: Ralph Samuel Alfred Cotton

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Organizes annual reunions and events for Children of the Kindertransports, who escaped the Holocaust in 1938 and 1939 by being sent on their own to Great Britain. San Mateo County History Museum Bay Area Holocaust Oral History Project 2200 Broadway St. Redwood City, CA 94063 (650) 299-0104/ Fax: (650) 299-0141 carol@historysmc.org www.historysmc.org Archivist: Carol Peterson Bay Area Holocaust Oral History Project features taped testimonies and transcripts of concentration camp survivors, ghetto survivors, liberators, Shanghai survivors, and people who survived in hiding and now live in San Mateo County. By appointment only. Museum of Tolerance 9786 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90035 (310) 553-8403/ Fax: (310) 553-4521 avra@wiesenthal.net www.museumoftolerance.com CFO: Sue Burden High-tech, interactive museum designed to challenge visitors to confront prejudice and racism and to understand the Holocaust in historical and contemporary contexts. The mission is to promote tolerance through educational outreach, community partnerships and civic engagement. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW Washington, DC 20024-2126 (202) 488-0400 (800) 400-9373 visitorsmail@ushmm.org www.ushmm.org A living memorial to the 6 million Jews and millions of other victims of the Holocaust. Passes needed for the permanent exhibition only, free at the museum or in advance (for a small service fee). Yaldei HaShoah (Child Survivors of the Holocaust) P.O. Box 60551 Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 322-2843 Contact: Eva W. Maiden Meets Sunday afternoon every other month at Suse Moyal Older Adult Center, 828 San Pablo Ave., Albany. Group for European-born adults who were affected by the Holocaust as children. Newcomers welcome. *advertisers

Family Service Agencies Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties* San Francisco Main Office 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1200/ TDD: (415) 345-1927 Fax: (415) 449-3839 execofo@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Executive director: Dr. Anita Friedman Marin 600 Fifth Ave., San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 491-7960 Seniors, call: (415) 507-0564 (415) 491-7958 marin@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director: Nancy Masters North Peninsula Office 2001 Winward Way, San Mateo, CA 94404 (650) 931-1800/ Fax: 650-931-1814 sanmateo@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Beth Schecter Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3030/(650) 330-0866 spen@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Peninsula branch director: Beth Schecter Sonoma County 1360 North Dutton Ave., Ste. C Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 571-8131/ Fax: (707) 571-8195 sonoma@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Branch director: Diana Klein *advertisers

Full range of services for individuals and families: Parents Place programs, Seniors At Home services, counseling and emergency assistance, YouthFirst, services for people with disabilities, Holocaust survivor services, Adoption Connection and post-adoptive services, émigré services, scholarships, loans and grants, volunteer outreach. Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay* Alameda County - Main Office 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7475/ Fax: (510) 704-7494 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Executive director: Avi Rose Contra Costa County Office 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 JFCS/East Bay is the only Jewish organization providing vital mental health and social services to East Bay individuals, families, children, older adults, Holocaust survivors and refugees. Family Justice Center Oakland 470 27th St., Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 704-7480 x700 JFCS/East Bay’s office in the Alameda County Family Justice Center serves families with young children who have been affected by domestic and community violence. Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202, Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7456/ Fax: (408) 551-0091 vladag@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Exec. dir.r: Mindy S. Berkowitz, MSW, M.A. Assist.t exec. dir.r: Vlada Gelfond, MSW

Services include counseling, crisis services, emergency food, case management, parenting support, employment services, wellness program, information and referral, ESL classes, senior services and volunteer opportunities.

Émigré Services Jewish community agencies offer help to new immigrants in a number of areas: housing, job training and placements, loans and cash assistance, day care, social services, language classes and citizenship preparation. Other services are provided through synagogues and JCCs. Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties San Francisco 2534 Judah St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 449-2900 Fax: (415) 449-2944 emigre@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Sonia Sztejnklaper Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3050 Fax: (650) 688-3054 emigre@jfcs.org Contact: Elena Tverskoy Comprehensive, innovative services for the Russian-speaking community. Bilingual staff helps people to build successful lives in a new culture and successfully manage transitions and crises.

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Kritzer/Ross Émigré Program Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1273 (415) 292-1239 Fax: (415) 276-1554 blitt@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Émigré director: Barbara Litt Émigré business manager: Yanina Nemirovskaya English-language classes, cultural events and holiday celebrations for all ages from the former Soviet Union. Association of Émigrés 55+ and other clubs. Monthly Russian-language bulletin. L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2534 Judah St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 449-2900 Fax: (415) 449-2944 emigre@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Anna Borovik

Licensed adult day-health program providing medical, rehabilitative and social services to frail elderly and other adults with functional impairments; offering special outreach to Russian-speaking individuals.

Career Coaching & Advising

Refugee & Immigrant Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County - Main Office 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7475 x226 Fax: (510) 704-7494 bnelson@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Director: Barbara Nelson, LCSW Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000/ Fax: (925) 927-3131 bnelson@jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Barbara Nelson, LCSW

In a changing job market, Jewish agencies offer counseling, help in résumé writing, informational seminars, and retraining and rehabilitation, enabling job seekers to update their skills.

Refugee resettlement, acculturation; volunteer matching; health navigation/ education; bilingual counseling/family support; senior services; family caregivers support; English tutoring; Jewish holiday celebrations. Bicultural, bilingual staff in Russian, Farsi, Spanish, Bosnian. Refugee Resettlement & Émigré Acculturation Services Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7458/ (408) 357-7457 Fax: (408) 551-0091 galinac@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Holocaust survivor and émigré services: Galina Chyorny Refugee resettlement: Azita Eshagh Refugee resettlement, bilingual case management, information and referral, health services orientation, vocational ESL classes and training, citizenship program and social adjustment program. Russian Programs Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8621 ntsvibel@paloaltojcc.org Director: Natalia Tsvibel Year-round cultural and social events for our large Russian community. Annual Russian-American Fair, concerts and theatrical events. Most programs are in Russian.

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Career Coaching & Advising* JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) San Francisco 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6212 Fax: (415) 391-3617 hire@jvs.org www.jvs.org Career coach: Mark Guterman For anyone setting career goals or exploring a career change. One-on-one sessions help clients identify career goals and learn the skills needed to overcome career obstacles. Jewish Employment Network* JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6225 Fax: (415) 391-3617 rgoodman@jvs.org www.jvs.org Program Coordinator: Rebecca Goodman In partnership with synagogues and Jewish agencies, JEN offers career workshops and expert panels such as “How to Link Through LinkedIn,” “Networking for Success” and “Over 50? Get Job Search Savvy!” Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7459 (408) 357-7452 Fax: (408) 551-0091 helens@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Job developer: Helen Sappa Director of career services: Zoya Lazer Connection to employers, career counseling, bilingual case management, employment networking services, vocational ESL, job search skills and readiness programs, computer training and referral services. *advertisers

Jewish Single Parent Center Jewish Family and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1249 Fax: (415) 449-1253 BennaN@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director: Benna Norman, MFT Director, Parents Place: Amy Weiss, MFT

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Peninsula 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3030 Fax: (650) 330-0866 www.jfcs.org In San Francisco, offering counseling and support for single parents, with a focus on enhancing self-sufficiency. On the Peninsula, opportunities to connect with other single-parent families; job counseling and professional skills development; support groups; counseling; parenting education; financial management coaching; childcare recommendations; and referrals.

Grants & Financial Aid A number of Jewish community agencies provide financial assistance to individuals, through funding they receive from the Northern California Jewish federations as well as other fundraising efforts. For specific loan, grant and scholarship information, please contact the agencies below. Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x107 (415) 751-6983 x155 (415) 668-1816 finaid@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Contact: Financial aid director & Financial aid manager Offers a broad spectrum of financial aid scholarships to primary, high school and college students for Jewish day and residential summer camps, teen trips to Israel and college study in U.S. *advertisers

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Gift of Israel Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2873 Fax: (415) 278-0646 giftofisrael@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Contacts: Dawn Daâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;abul Savings partnership plan for Israel experiences for teens who live in the JCF area that includes contributions from federation, participating synagogue and family contributions.

Hebrew Free Loan Association* 131 Steuart Street, Suite #425 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 546-9902/ Fax: (415) 546-7479 info@hflasf.org www.hflasf.org Executive director: Edward Cushman President: Elton Blum Interest-free loans for people facing financial distress or needing help to achieve an important goal. Loans are available for emergencies, education, adoption, medical expenses, business startups, and many other needs.

Jewish Community Endowment Fund Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-0411/ Fax: (415) 495-6635 markr@sfjcf.org www.sfjcef.org Executive director: Mark Reisbaum Director of charitable gift planning: Rita Choit Adler Provides for emergencies, seed funding for innovative programs that serve as an agent of change, one-time projects and grants designated by donor-advised funds.

Social Services

Haas-Koshland Award 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6272/ (415) 777-0411 Fax: (415) 495-6635 henryv@sfjcf.org www.sfjcef.org Contact: Henry Velasco Award for one-year study and personal development in Israel for eligible Bay Area students from sophomore year through graduate school, enrolled in Northern California universities. Ronald P. Wilmot Scholarship Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 751-6983 x107 Fax: (415) 668-1816 jrothman@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org BJE scholarship coordinator: Janet Rothman Provides full or partial scholarships to children of gay and/or lesbian parents toward undergraduate, postgraduate or comparable degrees from accredited institutions of higher learning and the arts. Jewish Federation/ Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610-5054 (510) 433-0134 Fax: (510) 839-3996 lisa@jfed.org www.jfound.org President: Joseph Hurwich Executive director: Lisa Tabak Works with East Bay donors to realize their philanthropic goals. Combines expertise in legacy and planned giving with an understanding of our donorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; unique needs. 62

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Financial Aid for Israel Trips 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x205 / Fax: (510) 839-3996 sean@jfed.org www.jfed.org/scholarships Planning director: Sean Mandell The Jewish Community Foundation in Oakland offers financial aid towards eligible high school, college and postcollege programs in Israel. See Website for applications and deadlines.

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JFCS Financial Aid Center Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1226/ Fax: (415) 449-1229 erics@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Eric Singer Loans/grants for undergraduate/ graduate studies, vocational training, Israel study, Jewish summer camp.

Project Ezra Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x750 Fax: (510) 704-7494 nwallach@jfcs-eastbay.orhg www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Nancy Wallach

Fromer Fund Center for Jewish Living & Learning (510) 839-2900 x234/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 oren@jfed.org www.jfound.org CJLL Executive Director: Oren Massey

Grants to Organizations (510) 433-0134/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 sean@jfed.org www.jfound.org Director of Planning & Strategic Initiatives: Sean Mandell Award grants to eligible non-profits organization serving Jews in the East Bay. Grants are awarded for start-up or one-time projects, and established or multi-year programs.

Emergency aid for housing, food, other essentials on short-term basis. Small business loans for start-ups/expansions.

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Foundation Scholarships & Financial Aid (510) 839-2900 www.jfed.org/scholarships Director of planning & strategic initiatives: Sean Mandell Endowment funds provide financial aid and scholarships towards Jewish day and overnight summer camp, Israel trips, and college tuition. See Website for applications.

Annual award for a project in the area of Jewish arts, scholarship or education with potential significant impact on the Jewish community or Jewish life. Available to Northern California residents.

Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 x750 Fax: (925) 927-3131 nwallach@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Nancy Wallach JFCS/East Bay’s emergency financial assistance program. Project Ezra staff assess the clients needs, authorize financial assistance when appropriate and assist the client in developing future plans.

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

San Francisco Humanities Inc.* 1185 Vicente St., San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 665-4087/ (415) 664-3397 President: Emil Knopf Building manager: Nellie Keate Independent, private non-profit foundation providing small grants to qualified groups for Jewish causes, education, disabled, youth and health. Low-cost meeting facilities.

Social Services

Scholarship Program JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St.,Ste.400,San Francisco,CA 94104 (415) 782-6263/ Fax: (415) 391-3617 rhandan@jvs.org www.jvs.org Contact: Raza Handan This scholarship program is open to Jewish Bay Area residents who are interested in a short-term training program focused on a clearly defined vocational goal.

Health, Healing &Medical For Health & Healing specifically for seniors, see Chapter 10, Senior Services. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. AIDS Chronic Illness and Disabilities Project Jewish Family and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1224/ TDD: (415) 345-1927 Fax: (415) 449-1253 adultsvs@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Abby Kovalsky

Counseling, case management, advocacy, emergency financial assistance, information and referrals, meal delivery, volunteer support, and opportunities for people with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC)* 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197/ Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Eric Weiss, Rabbi Jon Sommer Jewish spiritual care for those who are ill, dying and bereaved, their loved ones and caregivers, through direct service, education and training, information and referral. Familial Dysautonomia Prevention and Education Program (510) 654-5882 mrancer@comcast.net www.fdhope.org President: Michael Rancer FD is a progressive and fatal genetic disease found exclusively among Ashkenazi Jews. For carrier testing, contact Genzyme Genetics at (800) 255-7357. Jewish Community Free Clinic of Sonoma County 490 City Center Dr. Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 585-7780/ Fax: (707) 585-7784 info@jewishfreeclinic.org www.jewishfreeclinic.org Executive director: Donna Waldman Clinical director: Deborah Roberts Volunteer-based medical clinic, sponsored by the Jewish community, offering free medical care for anyone without health insurance, without regard to ethnicity, race or religion. Bilingual medical, nursing and referral services available. Acupuncture available.

Palliative and End-of-Life Care Jewish Family and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2245 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3777/ Fax: (415) 449-3742 Info@SeniorsAtHome.org www.SeniorsAtHome.org Contact: Seniors At Home Intake Dept. An interdisciplinary team of professionals who support the lives of those who are failing or dying, with a plan and services to address their medical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. UCSF Prenatal Diagnostic Center Department of OB/GYN and Reproductive Sciences 350 Parnassus Ave., Ste. 810 San Francisco, CA 94143-0705 Phone Appointments: (415) 476-4080 Fax: (415) 353-4077 For pregnant and non-pregnant women. For information on carrier screening for multiple disorders affecting Ashkenazi Jews. UCSF-Stanford Lysosomal Disease Center 533 Parnassus Ave. Box 0748 San Francisco, CA 94143-0748 (415) 476-9997/ (866) 476-9997 http://medschool.ucsf.edu/lysosomal Provides comprehensive consultation, clinical and laboratory evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, and genetic counseling for patients with lysosomal storage disorders and their families.

Counseling & Support The agencies and organizations below offer specialized services. In addition, see the Family Service Agencies listing at the beginning of this chapter for a complete listing of JFCS services and branches. See Health, Healing & Medical in previous section. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197/ Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Eric Weiss Rabbi Elliot Kukla

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Jewish spiritual care for those who are ill, dying and bereaved, their loved ones and caregivers through direct service, education and training, information and referral.

Skilled, compassionate psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups of all ages. Customized workshops, consultations for parents and teachers, multilingual counseling, sliding-scale fees, day/evening hours.

Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7425/ (408) 357-7487 (408) 357-7456 Fax: (408) 551-0625 lizio@jfssv.org rebeccar@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Social serv. counselor: Lizi Oceransky, M.A.; Clinical social worker: Rebecca Resheff, MSW Dir. of social services: Vlada Gelfond, MSW, M.A. Specialized services for children, teens, adults, teachers; parenting support services; personal counseling services and compassionate guidance; crisis counseling/ assistance during times of transition; life coaching. Shalom Bayit: Ending Domestic Violence in Jewish Homes* P.O. Box 10102 Oakland, CA 94610 Counseling: (866) SHALOM-7 (742-5667) toll free Business: (510) 451-8874 Fax: (510) 451-8875 info@shalom-bayit.org www.shalom-bayit.org Executive director: Naomi Tucker Youth program coordinator: Zephira Derblich-Milea

Some of the following have been listed as a courtesy to our advertisers. Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197 Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Eric Weiss, Rabbi Elliot Kukla Jewish spiritual care for those who are ill, dying and bereaved, their loved ones and caregivers through direct service, education and training, information and referral. Camp Tawonga* 131 Steuart St., Ste. 460 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-2267 (415 KIDCAMP) info@tawonga.com www.tawonga.com Camp director: Jamie Simon Keshet Weekend for LGBTQ families and their friends, Thursday-Sunday of Labor Day Weekend. Financial assistance available. Congregation Sha’ar Zahav 290 Dolores St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 861-6932 Fax: (415) 861-6081 office@shaarzahav.org www.shaarzahav.org Contact: Rabbi Camille Angel Progressive Reform synagogue established in 1977. A vibrant kehilla (Jewish community) for people of all sexual identities.

Grief and Growing: NextSteps for Mourners An alliance of Sinai Memorial Chapel and the Bay Area Jewish Healing Center 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197/ Fax: (415) 750-4115 griefandgrowing@jewishhealingcenter.org www.sinaichapel.org Contacts: Rabbi Natan Fenner, Lee L. Pollak, LCSW Compassionate and professional grief support; bereavement groups and special programs; personalized outreach and aftercare for mourners; education, consultation and networking for professional grief workers.

Offers counseling, support groups, and advocacy for battered Jewish women. Provides community education and assistance to Jewish community organizations and healthy relationship education to teens. Counseling and support also available in San Francisco, East Bay, South Bay and Marin locations by appointment.

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Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Keshet Chavurah Congregation Beth Sholom 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-8736 Fax: (415) 221-3944 Contacts: Sanford Friedman, Randy Heilbrunn Shabbat dinners and other events in a traditional, Conservative, egalitarian setting. Goal is to fully integrate lesbian, gay, and bisexual Jews into the Conservative movement and synagogue life. |

Counseling Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x700 Fax: (510) 704-7494 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 x700 Fax: (925) 927-3131 information@jfcs-eastbay.org

The Jewish Chaplaincy at Stanford University Medical Center is where Jewish wisdom joins modern medicine, bringing spiritual comfort and healing to the bedside and community.

LGBT Support

Social Services

Bereavement & Healing Program Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1200/ Fax: (415) 449-1229 admin@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director of spiritual care services program: Rabbi Daniel Isaacson, Comprehensive bereavement and healing services for those coping with grief and loss, including counseling; spiritual, emotional, and psychological support; and information and referrals.

Jewish Chaplaincy at Stanford University Medical Center 300 Pasteur Dr., Suite HG004 Stanford, CA 94305-5625 (650) 723-3808 Fax: (650) 725-8907 www.stanfordhospital.org/jewishchaplaincy LALLEN@stanfordmed.org Director: Chaplain Bruce Feldstein, M.D. Associate: D’vorah Rose, M.A., R.N.

Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1200/ (650) 688-3030 Fax: (415) 449-1253 abbyk@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org San Francisco contact: Abby Kovalsky Peninsula contact: Donald Sussman Marin contact: John Gusman (415) 419-3634 Sonoma Contact: Diana Klein, (707) 571-8131 x244.

Counseling, support, clinical services, parent education, and adoption services for LGBT families. Out and About at Temple Sinai Temple Sinai 2808 Summit St., Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263/ Fax: (510) 465-0603 info@oaklandsinai.org www.oaklandsinai.org Contact: Gabby Volodarsky Gathering for Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations, marching in the Pride Parade, and attending films at the Jewish Film Festival.

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Ronald P. Wilmot Scholarship Fund Jewish Community Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 751-6983 x107 Fax: (415) 668-1816 jrothman@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org BJE scholarship coord.: Janet Rothman Provides full or partial scholarships to children of gay and/or lesbian parents toward undergraduate, postgraduate or comparable degrees at accredited institutions of higher learning and the arts. Transgender Economic Empowerment Initiative (TEEI) JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6268/ (415) 782-6268 Fax: (415) 391-3617 dshlasko@jvs.org www.jvs.org Coordinator: Davey Shlasko Employment specialist: Ruby Cymrot-Wu The first program in the nation designed to help transgender individuals find work and become self-sufficient. The program includes job search assistance, legal help and peer mentoring.

Homeless Support Dream House Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1289/ Fax: (415) 449-1253 lisac@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Lisa Caper 66

Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Transitional shelter and a range of supportive services to help restore women and children who have suffered domestic violence to self-sufficiency.

Disability Services Disabilities Program Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1224 TDD: (415) 567-1044 Fax: (415) 449-1229 AbbyK@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org San Francisco: Abby Kovalsky, LCSW Marin: Alex Markels Peninsula: John Bisenius Comprehensive services and support for individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or HIV/AIDS, including case management, counseling and support, meal delivery, and personal/home care. Gateways Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x626 Fax: (510) 704-7494 Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 x626 Fax: (925) 927-3131 www.jfcs-eastbay.org mwartenberg@jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Melanie Wartenberg Support and educational group for adults and information and referral for Jews with disabilities and their families, facilitating welcoming access to East Bay Jewish life. Hatikvah 577 No. Central Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 (408) 379-0106 Fax: (408) 379-0108 President: Sunny Kaplan Contact: Delores Wade *advertisers

Jewish group home for developmentally disabled adults. Independent living training. Provides social, recreational and support programs for area families.

Most Jewish organizations welcome help from volunteers. Those listed below offer a variety of placements. For specific placements, contact individual agencies and organizations. Kol Haneshama: End of Life/ Hospice Volunteers and Shabbat Services Volunteers Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197 Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Jon Sommer Pamela Brown Specialized training and support for Jewish Hospice End of Life volunteers and Shabbat volunteers. Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC)* 3330 Geary Blvd., 3rd Floor West San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4197 Fax: (415) 750-4115 jewishhealing@ioaging.org www.jewishhealingcenter.org Contacts: Rabbi Jon Sommer, Pamela Brown Specialized training and support for Jewish End of Life/ Hospice volunteers and Shabbat volunteers. *advertisers

Chabad of the East Bay 2643 College Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 540-5824 Fax: (510) 849-0536 office@chabadberkeley.org www.chabadberkeley.org Contact: Sharalyn Stebben Accepts motor vehicles, working and non-working, in most cases. Proceeds used for social programs. JCC of the East Bay 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 x110 Fax: (510) 848-0170 info@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Accepts motor vehicles and office equipment. Proceeds used for JCC programs and services. Jewish Family & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of the East Bay* Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x229 Fax: (510) 704-7494 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 x229 Fax: (925) 927-3131 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Accepts donations of cars, furniture (no large appliances), and household goods (no clothing please). Used for direct service to refugees and low-income families.

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Book Bank USA 70 Mitchell Blvd, Suite 106 San Rafael, California 94903 (415) 479-7902 Contact: Andrew Kluger Accepts and distributes books, computers, games and educational materials to schools, libraries and youth towns in Israel. Distributes high-tech materials to colleges and businesses.

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Job Link JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6231 Fax: (415) 391-3617 bmandato@jvs.org www.jvs.org Coordinator: Brandi Mandato Employment preparation, job search guidance, job development, placement assistance and follow-up support for adults with disabilities. Special outreach to the Jewish community.

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Jewish Family and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1256/ Fax: (415) 449-3839 Kareng@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Karen Gordon Make a big impact on the lives of those who have little by donating a car, boat, computer, household items or other gently used property. Peninsula 200 Channing Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3030 diane@jfcs.org Contact: Diane Wasson Accepts clothing and household donations. Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley* 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 Toll free: (877) JFS-4CAR (537-4227) (408) 556-0600 Fax: (408) 551-0625 mindyb@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Executive director: Mindy Berkowitz Donate working or non-working car, boat or motor home to help provide services for seniors, children and families.

Family Resources Most synagogues offer family education resources. For more information, call individual synagogues listed in Chapter 4, Religious Life & Congregations. Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Family Justice Center 470 27th St. Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 704-7480 x700 JFCS/East Bay’s office in the Alameda County Family Justice Center serves families with young children who have been affected by domestic and community violence. Parenting & Youth Services Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x700/ Fax: (510) 704-7494 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org JFCS/East Bay supports and nurtures a wide range of families on issues ranging from early childhood development, middle-school classroom issues and teenparent communication techniques. Jewish Single Parent Center Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1249 BennaN@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director: Benna Norman 68

Peninsula 2001 Winward Way San Mateo, CA 94404 (650) 931-1855/ Fax: (650) 931-1897 allenab@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Andria Wagner In San Francisco, offering counseling and support for single parents, with a focus on enhancing self-sufficiency. On the Peninsula, opportunities to connect with other single-parent families; job counseling and professional skills development; support groups; counseling; parenting education; financial management coaching; childcare recommendations and referrals. Jewish Welcome Network: Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors (formerly Project Welcome) 900 Kearny St. San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 713-7716 karenk@jewishwelcomenetwork.org www.jewishwelcomenetwork.org Executive director: Karen Kushner, MSW Welcomes interfaith families and seekers into the Jewish community and provides resources and consultations to synagogues and agencies on increasing the warmth of their welcome. Parenting & Youth Services Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay Alameda County 2484 Shattuck Ave., Ste. 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x700/ Fax: (510) 704-7494 information@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org JFCS/East Bay supports and nurtures a wide range of families on issues ranging from early childhood development, middle-school classroom issues, and teenparent communication techniques.

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Parents Place Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties San Francisco 1710 Scott St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 359-2454/ Fax: (415) 359-2464 ParentsPlaceSF@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director: Amy Weiss Marin 600 Fifth Ave., San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 491-7959/ Fax: (415) 491-7957 parentsplacemarin@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Coordinator: Rebecca Wood Breen Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3040/ Fax: (650) 330-0866 ParentsPlacePeninsula@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Karen Friedland-Brown San Mateo 2001 Winward Way San Mateo, CA 94404 (650) 931-1840 (650) 931-1840 ParentsPlacePeninsula@jfcs.org www.ParentsPlaceOnline.org Contact: Stephanie Agnew Sonoma 1360 N. Dutton Ave., Ste C Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 571-2048 Fax: (707) 571-8195 ParentsPlaceSonoma@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Diana Klein Family resource center with counseling, parent support groups, educational workshops, consultations, childcare information, drop-in play area, parenting resource library, and offsite workplace seminars. *advertisers

The PJ Library: Jewish Bedtime Stories & Songs for Families* West Bay Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 499-1223 x8106 Fax: (415) 499-0308 vivienb@sfjcf.org www.pjlibrary.org Contact: Vivien Braly East Bay Jewish Federation/ Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 318-6438 Fax: 510) 839-3996 Shelley@jfed.org www.jfed.org/pjlibrary Contact: Shelley Alexander South Bay 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 200 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033 Fax: (408) 356-0733 rabbialexander@jvalley.org www.jvalley.org/pages/pj-library--2 Contact: Rabbi Leslie Alexander

BJE-South/ Peninsula Learning Resource Center 3921 Fabian Way, Suite A022 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 494-6983 Fax: (650) 494-6984 sblum@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Contact: Shlomit Blum South Peninsula office of the BJE, featuring a resource center, offering materials and consultations to support effective instruction and curriculum development. Books, music, movies, posters for free rental to educators. Center for Jewish Living & Learning* 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x234 Fax: (510) 839-3996 oren@jfed.org www.jfed.org Contact: Oren J. Massey

The CJLLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to build and sustain Jewish community by supporting and enhancing a diverse range of educational programs and services to all ages. The Curriculum Initiative (TCI) Bay Area Region 639 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-2885/ Fax: (415) 221-2883 aschrek@tcionline.org www.tcionline.org Bay Area regional director: Adrian Schrek Supports ethics education and Jewish life at independent high schools. Programs include the creation and support of Jewish student groups, assembly speakers, student empowerment grants and interschool events. The Living Legacy 540 Utica Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 720-0553 office@thelivinglegacy.info www.thelivinglegacy.info Director: Rabbi Yisroel Hecht Holiday and mitzvah workshops for schools, religious schools and youth groups. Students create a mitzvah or holiday article such as matzah, shofar, tallit at the school location. Consists of ten workshops.

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Free for families with children from 6 months to 5 1/2 years. Register online for monthly delivery of Jewish-themed books and music for two years.

Resource center for educators, offering materials and consultations to support effective instruction. Books, music, posters and over 1,000 films available for loan to teachers/educators.

Educational Resources Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118-3599 (415) 751-6983/(415) 668-1816 info@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Executive director: David Waksberg Jewish Community Library, special education, financial aid for camp and college study. Teen programs include Diller Teen Fellows and Shalhevet. Battat Educational Resource Center 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x135 (415) 668-1816 battatcenter@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Director: Michael Lederman *advertisers

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Moving Traditions West and Southwest Regional Office (323) 259-1046 ccyngiser@movingtraditions.org www.movingtraditions.org

Play-based curriculum with loving and experienced staff. Strong emphasis in Hebrew and Jewish traditions. 5 to1 teacher/student ratio, private enclosed playground, precare and aftercare available.

Inspires women and men, boys and girls to engage more deeply with Judaism in ways that reflect how we live our lives today.

Bright Horizons/Marin Day SchoolSherith Israel Preschool* Congregation Sherith Israel 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 775-2211/ Fax: (415) 775-1664 On-site contact: Kathleen Herrera-Autumn Offering multicultural early childhood education that is child-centered, hands-on, experimental, project based, and fun. Diverse and inclusive program - all families welcome. Eighteen Bay Area locations.

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SAN FRANCISCO Adath Israel Preschool 1836 Noriega St. (Between 25th and 26th Ave.) San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 759-1195/ Fax: (415) 564-5629 preschool@adathisraelsf.org www.adathisraelpreschool.com Director: Jackie Novis

Congregation Beth Sholom Preschool 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-8736/ Fax: (415) 221-3944 FEisenberg@bethsholomsf.org www.bethsholomsf.org Director of early childhood education: Fern Eisenberg Year-round full- and half-day programs for ages 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5 years. Jewish developmental play-based programs. Parent & ME classes for infants and toddlers.

Emanu-El Preschool* 2 Lake St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2541 x118 Fax: (415) 751-2511 mail@emanuelsf.org www.emanuelsf.org Director of early childhood education: David Worton Early childhood dept. office manager: Maricela Valencia Variety of preschool and early childhood programs. Infant and toddler parent/child programs. Developmentally appropriate preschool, ages 2-5 years, 6 months. Gan Noe Preschool Chabad Jewish Center - Noe Valley SF 3771 Cesar Chavez San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 648-8000 chabadnv.assistant@gmail.com www.gannoe.org Director: Leah Potash Home-based preschool in Noe Valley, ages 18 months-4 years. Stimulating and nurturing environment. Songs, nutritious snacks and lunches, yoga, gym, arts. Caring and nurturing teachers.

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Garden of Eden Child Care 423 10th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 420-5132/ Fax: (415) 668-7015 sarartc@pacbell.net www.RTChabad.org Contact: Sara Hecht Childcare with a heart and soul in a homelike environment. Low teacher to child ratio. Radiating warmth and happiness alive with Jewish values.

Traditional Jewish ethical values taught. Small classes. Extended day care available. Snacks and hot lunches provided. Scholarships available.

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco* Claude and Louise Rosenberg Early Childhood Education Program Brotherhood Way Preschool 655 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 333-4289/ (415) 292-1283 Fax: (415) 333-4682 jbatlin@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/ece Site director: Jan Batlin Administrative assistant: Theda Stone

Warm, stimulating learning/play environment with Jewish values and celebrations. Pre-K teacher won Diller Award. Age groups for 18 months to 5 years. Part time or full time. English, Russian, Hebrew spoken.

Flexible part- and full-day preschool programs and transitional kindergarten for ages 2-5.

Sherith Israel Early Childhood Program 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 x32/ Fax: (415) 673-9439 ndrapin@sherithisrael.org www.sherithisrael.org Early childhood educator: Meredith Reich Executive director: Nancy Drapin Parent/baby groups for babies birth to 2 years; preschool, pre-K and K-level religious school; special age-appropriate

EAST BAY Beth El Nursery School 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709-1424 (510) 848-9428 Fax: (510) 848-2707 barbara@bethelberkeley.org www.bethelberkeley.org Director: Barbara Kanter Full- and half-day programs for ages 2-5. Beth Emek Preschool 3400 Nevada Court Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 931-1055 (925) 931-1056 Fax: (925) 931-1054 bethemek@bethemek.org www.bethemek.org Director: Melinda McDonald Developmental program for ages 2 years, 9 months-5 years. Children learn about their heritage and their world through arts and crafts, cooking, music and dramatic play.

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Helen Diller Family Preschool 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1291/ Fax: (415) 276-1553 adeville@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/ece Site director: Annette DeVille Admin. assistant: Christina Kouma

Shalom School* 862 28th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 831-8399/ Fax: (415) 831-8366 shalomschool@gmail.com www.shalomschoolsf.com Director: Hinda Langer

Shabbat programs, unique groups and activities for the parents of young children.

Part-time preschool and transitional kindergarten programs for ages 2-5. Afternoon enrichment program available. Rosenberg Early Childhood Center 325Arguello Blvd.,San Francisco,CA 94118 (415) 386-4990/ Fax: (415) 386-1149 ipollack@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/ece Site director: Ilene Pollack Administrative assistant: Carol Kroot Year-round, full-day preschool for ages 2-5. JCCSF preschools are guided by Jewish values and culture and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy 645 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-7333/ Fax: (415) 752-5851 lisakampnerhebrewacademy@yahoo.com www.hebrewacademy.com Preschool director: Isabel Lipner *advertisers

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Beth Sholom Preschool 642 Dolores Ave. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 357-7920/ Fax: (510) 357-1375 www.TBSSanLeandro.org Preschool director: Edna Vaknin Enriching preschool program for ages 2-6. Not toilet trained accepted. Shabbat and holidays celebrated. Developmentally appropriate curriculum. Congregation Netivot Shalom Preschool 1316 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 549-9447 x110/ Fax: (510) 549-9448 preschool@netivotshalom.org www.netivothsalom.org Director: Lauren Kindorf Play-based, developmentally appropriate program rich in Jewish culture, tradition and the Hebrew language for ages 2-pre-K. Supported by a special group of staff and parents in a warm synagogue environment. Contra Costa JCC Preschool 2071 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800/ Fax: (925) 937-0765 ecs@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org

Flexible, year-round, developmentally appropriate play-and-learn preschool, toddler, kindergarten and enrichment programs. Full-day and part-time care available. Gan Avraham Nursery School* Temple Beth Abraham Mail to: 336 Euclid Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 763-7528 (510) 832-0936 Fax: (510) 832-4930 wendy@tbaoakland.org www.tbaoakland.org Director: Wendy Siver Developmentally appropriate preschool for ages 2-5. Children experience the richness and variety of Jewish life. Full- or part-day available. Gan Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Shalom* Congregation Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Shalom 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 933-7633/ Fax: (925) 934-9450 lizbkaufman@gmail.com www.bshalom.org Director: Liz Kaufman Contact: Rabbi Jennifer Flam

Part-time developmental preschool program for ages 2-5 years. Providing children a foundation to grow educationally, socially and spiritually. Gan Chabad Preschool Chabad of the Tri-Valley 784 Palomino Dr. Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 846-0700 fruma@jewishtrivalley.com www.jewishtrivalley.com/preschool Contact: Fruma Resnick Nourishing spirits, engaging minds, harnessing curiosity and imbuing a love for Judaism, God and the Torah. Gan Ilan Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 3800 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-8453/ (925) 283-8575 Fax: (925) 283-8355 ganilan@temple-isaiah.org www.temple-isaiah.org Director: Denise Moyes-Schnur Developmental preschool program with an emphasis on the beauty of the Jewish tradition. Early morning and afternoon extended care available.

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Gan Mah Tov* Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 530-2146 Fax: (510) 482-2374 ganmahtov@bethjacoboakland.org www.bethjacoboakland.org Contact: Cheryl Schwarz Year round developmental preschool program for ages 2 years-pre-K. Fullor part-day available. Emphasizing social development, emotional expression and Jewish values/traditions. Gan Sameach Preschool & Daycare Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Parkway Fremont, CA 94539 Mail to: PO Box 6017 Fremont, CA 94538 (510) 651-5833 Fax: (510) 656-5380 gsameach@sbcglobal.net www.gansameach.org Director: Beth Miller Developmental program for ages 2 years-6 years. Diapers okay. Experienced teachers provide extended day care.

Ganeinu Shabbat for Toddlers and Babies Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 3800 Mt. Diablo Blvd Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 283-8575 x 342/ Fax: (925) 283-8355 ganeinu@temple-isaiah.org www.temple-isaiah.org Contact: Denise Moyes-Schnur Weekly Friday morning Shabbat-focused play program for children 12-24 months and their caregiver. Skilled instructor offers Jewish education, communitybuilding and fun activities. Open to the community. JCC of the East Bay Preschool 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237/ Fax: (510) 848-0170 ruths@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Early childhood ed. dir.: Ruth Shorer Full- or part-time developmental preschool and extended care program for ages 2-6 based on Jewish culture and heritage. Bridge-K program. Tehiyah Bridge Kindergarten 6305 Barrett Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 233-3331/ Fax: (510) 233-0171

Admissions director: Amy Utstein autstein@tehiyah.org www.tehiyah.com Temple Sinai Preschool 2808 Summit St. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263/ Fax: (510) 465-0603 michelle@oaklandsinai.org www.TempleSinaiPreschool.org Director: Michelle Tirella Green For full- or part-time students with extended care program. Developmental program for ages 2-5. Open to members or non-members.

MARIN/NORTH BAY Beth Ami Community Nursery School 4676 Mayette Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95405 Nursery School: (707) 360-3030 Beth Ami: (707) 360-3000 Fax: (707) 360-3003 ns@bethamisr.org Co-directors: Caroline Calvert Robyn Fisher-Tachouet Toddler care, preschool and day care. Summer program.

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Gan Shalom Preschool Congregation Beth Israel Berkeley 2230 Jefferson Ave. Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 848-3298 Fax: (510) 843-5058 office@cbiberkeley.org www.cbiberkeley.org Director: Laura Lipman Developmental program for ages 2 years, 9 months-5 years. Enriched curriculum focuses on Judaica in a play-based, homelike setting. Morning program with extended day care available.

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Early Childhood Education Center Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000 (415) 444-8046 Fax: (415) 491-1235 Operations director: Michele Gorman ECE director: Deborah Burg-Schnirman Toddler, preschool and family programs. Inspired by Jewish values and traditions. Children from all religious faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Values and ethics-based curriculum. Gan Israel Preschool Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Israel Jewish Center 740 Western Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 763-5136 Fax: (707) 763-8938 leslee@bnaiisrael.net www.bnaiisrael.net Director: Leslee Lauritzen 30 years educating children. Ages 2-5 years; teacher: student ratio 1:6; early and after care available; gymnastics program, garden program, live animals (chickens); kindergarten readiness; 2-5 day program available.

Gan Israel Preschool Chabad of Marin 1055 Las Ovejas Rd., San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 507-0460 gittel@jewishlantern.org www.ganisraelsanrafael.com Director: Gittel Rice Ages 18 months to 5 years. A developmentally appropriate preschool program that introduces young children to the joyous traditions of Judaism. Southern Marin Jewish Community Preschool Osher Marin JCC Cong. Kol Shofar, 215 Blackfield Dr., Tiburon, CA 94920 Mail to: Osher Marin JCC 200 N. San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 388-1409/ (415) 444-8040 dburg-schnirman@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Director: Hadassah Goldstein Contact: Michele Gorman Toddler and preschool programs. Inspired by Jewish values and traditions. Children from all religious faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Values and ethics-based curriculum.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Chai Preschool Chabad of North Peninsula 499 Boothbay Ave. Foster City, CA 94404 Mail to: 1670 S. Amphlett Blvd., #125 San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 345-CHAI (2424) info@chaischool.com www.chaischool.com Director: Esther Marcus Serving the Jewish community of the North Peninsula with excellence in early childhood education. Enrichment includes P.E. and music specialists. Congregation Beth Jacob Preschool 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 366-8481 Fax: (650) 366-4629 ann@bethjacobrwc.org www.bethjacobrwc.org Director: Ann Cauterucci Warm, nurturing environment and community for children 18 months to 5 years and their families. Morning program, small class size, excellent teacher/child ratios. Children with diagnosed special needs are welcome.

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Early Childhood Development Center Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7417/ Fax: (408) 358-5926 cyndi@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org/preschool Director of early childhood education: Cyndi Sherman Fully licensed Jewish preschool and day care for ages 18 months to 5 years. Extended care available. Also afterschool enrichment classes, summer camp. Gan Ami Early Childhood Program Congregation Beth Am 26790 Arastradero Rd. Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 (650) 493-4665 x256 Fax: (650) 494-8248 srmaleson@betham.org www.betham.org/youth/ganami.html Contact: Sherrie Rose Maleson Program for young children. Offerings include parent-toddler groups; two-, three- and five-day morning class for 2- and 3-year-olds, and a five-day morning class for 4-year-olds.

www.pjcc.org Director: Judy Garb Assistant director: Ellen Lefkowitz Toddler playgroup, full- or part-time preschool and enrichment classes. Specialists in P.E. and music. School-year program and summer camp. High teacher/student ratio, exciting Jewish curriculum. Peninsula Temple Sholom Preschool* 1655 Sebastian Dr. Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 697-2279 Fax: (650) 697-0531 Preschool@sholom.org www.sholom.org Director: Cindy Common Attractive facility. Parent/toddler program. Morning preschool. Transitional kindergarten. Extended afternoon enrichment. NAEYC accredited. Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center 20 Cherry Blossom Lane Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-1751 x115 (408) 358-1753 fax robin@shirhadash.org www.shecc.org Director: Robin Adelman

An innovative Reggio-inspired program for children ages 2 years to kindergarten. Full- or part-day enrollment for 2, 3 or 5 days per week. Sinai Nursery School 1532 Willowbrae San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 264-8486/ Fax: (408) 264-4316 director@sinainurseryschool.org www.sinainurseryschool.org Director: Miki Gurantz Developmentally appropriate curriculum in small, nurturing environment which models and teaches Jewish values. Ages 2 years to pre-K. Full day or parttime. Extended care available. Temple Emanu-El Preschool 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126-1842 (408) 293-8660/ (408) 292-0939 Fax: (408) 200-1164 Barbara@templesanjose.org www.templesanjose.org Preschool director: Barbara Smead Award-winning fully accredited preschool, well-equipped facility; professional staff. Provides stimulating program with strong Jewish content.

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Gan Aviv South Peninsula Hebrew Day School 1030 Astoria Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 738-3060/ Fax: (408) 738-0237 ece@sphds.org sphds.org Director: Barbara Goldstein Developmental Jewish preschool program with learning centers and motivational activities for ages 2-5. Extended day care available. Ganon Early Childhood Education Center Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 349-4911/ Fax: (650) 570-7183 bpersin@ptbe.org www.ptbe.org Director: Barbara Persin Full-time infant/toddler and early childhood education center. Ages 3 months-5 years. Peninsula JCC Preschool 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2670/ Fax: (650) 378-2699 jgarb@pjcc.org *advertisers

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Torah Academy Preschool Chabad of Greater South Bay 3070 Louis Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 424-9800 Fax: (650) 493-3425 chabadgsb@chabadgsb.com Dean: Rabbi Yosef Levin

Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;enna Preschool* Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8788/ Fax: (650) 852-3601 lobringer@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Director: Caren Gans

Preschool Torah and secular education. Warm, loving environment; small teacher/child ratio, positive approach to teaching and behavior; Judaism is in every part of the fabric of this program.

Infant/toddler playgroups, full- or parttime preschool, Hebrew immersion, afterschool enrichment, summer programs. Award-winning program focuses on individual needs as well as creating community.

SANTA CRUZ & MONTEREY Simcha Preschool Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Rd. Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3449/ Fax: (831) 475-7246 director@simchakids.org www.simchakids.org Director: Silvia Ferguson Full- or part-time. NAEYC and BJE accredited. Parent participation. Ages 2-5 years, 6 months.

Day Schools & High Schools SAN FRANCISCO

Kids & Teens

Bais Menachem Day School Chabad of SF 834 28th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 831-8399 baismenachemsf@gmail.com Judaics director: Rabbi Gedalia Potash Judaic and secular program for grades K and up. Campus close to tennis, basketball courts and Golden Gate Park. Hebrew language, art and music. Brandeis Hillel Day School* San Francisco Campus 655 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 406-1035 Fax: (415) 584-1099 tlowenthal@bhds.org www.bhds.org Head of school: Chaim Heller Director of admissions: Tania Lowenthal Coeducational, independent K-8 Jewish day school; integrated curriculum, afterschool program and bus service. Accredited by CAIS and WASC. State-of-the art building. Jewish Community High School of the Bay* 1835 Ellis St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 345-9777 Fax: (415) 345-1888 mlevin@jchsofthebay.org www.jchsofthebay.org Admissions director: Marcia Levin Head of school: Rabbi Howard Ruben 78

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Provides a rigorous general studies program combined with thought-provoking Jewish studies. Emphasizes critical, independent and creative thinking while supporting each individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quest for excellence. Dynamic arts, athletics, community outreach, student-run clubs and experiential learning trip throughout the U.S. Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy 645 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-7333 Fax: (415) 752-5851 lisakampnerhebrewacademy@yahoo.com www.hebrewacademy.com Dean: Rabbi Pinchas Lipner Academic, traditional religious and multilingual educational program with strong ethical and Jewish values. Nursery-12th grades. Scholarships available.

EAST BAY

Kids & Teens

Contra Costa Jewish Day School* 3836 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-8288 Fax: (925) 284-8289 info@ccjds.org www.ccjds.org Head of school: Dean Goldfein Admissions director: Amy Wittenberg Community day school, grades K-8. Academic excellence in general and Jewish studies, including science, technology, music, drama and art. Small class sizes with credentialed, experienced teachers. Accredited by CAIS and WASC. Oakland Hebrew Day School* 5500 Redwood Rd. Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 531-8600 Fax: (510) 531-8686 office@ohds.org www.ohds.org Head of school: Rabbi Yehudah Potok Admissions director: Melanie Marcus Modern Orthodox K-8 day school serving families from across the Bay Area. Comprehensive general and Judaic studies program, specialty classes, afterschool program, resource room, and an inclusive and diverse community. *advertisers

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Tehiyah Day School* Jewish Community Day School K-8 2603 Tassajara Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 233-3013/ Fax: (510) 233-0171 autstein@tehiyah.org www.tehiyah.org Head of school: Bathea James Admissions: Amy Utstein Instills joy of learning through active inquiry, Jewish values, and diversity. Dynamic general/Judaic curriculum is enriched by the arts, athletics, technology and afterschool program.

MARIN/NORTH BAY Brandeis Hillel Day School* Marin Campus 180 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 472-1833/ Fax: (415) 491-1317 Sdenker@bhds.org www.bhds.org Head of campus: Hamutal Gavish Head of school: Chaim Heller Director of admissions: Sheryl Denker

Kids & Teens

BHDS is a top-tier independent day school that provides a rigorous academic program for students grades K-8, preparing students exceptionally well for high school and for life. Accredited by CAIS and WASC.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School* 450 San Antonio Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 494-8200/Fax: (650) 424-0714 admissions@hausner.com www.hausner.com Admission director: Aileen Mitchner Mission: to promote academic excellence, community responsibility and vibrant Jewish living. Innovative programs in state-of-the-art facilities. Kindergarten-8th grade. Kehillah Jewish High School* 3900 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 213-9600 Fax: (650) 213-9601 info@kehillah.org www.kehillah.org Head of school: Lillian Howard Director of admissions: Marily Lerner College preparatory Jewish community high school across from the new Oshman Family JCC. AP and honors courses, sports, clubs, arts. Coed grades 9-12. 80

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Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School* 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2600/ (650) 378-2635 Fax: (650) 378-2669 admissions@wornickjds.org www.wornickjds.org Head of school: Susan Weintrob Director of admissions: Judy Thalheimer Extraordinary education in a warm, community school. State-of-the-art academics, leading Israel/leadership/ service curriculum, 1:1 laptop program and athletics on the North Peninsula Jewish Campus. CAIS, WASC accredited. South Peninsula Hebrew Day School* 1030 Astoria Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 738-3060/ Fax: (408) 738-0237 info@sphds.org www.sphds.org Headmaster: Rabbi Avi Schochet Rigorous Jewish and general studies education nurturing growth in Torah study and identification with the Jewish people; its language, Hebrew; and its state, Israel.

Kids & Teens

Yavneh Day School* 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 984-6700/ Fax: (408) 984-3696 info@yavnehdayschool.org www.yavnehdayschool.org Head of school: Steven R. Bogad Business manager: Melissa Fehl Excellence in general, Jewish and Hebrew studies within a nurturing environment. Grades junior K-8. Solomon Schechter-affiliated school open to all Jewish children. Accredited by CAIS.

Afterschool Programs SAN FRANCISCO Jewish Community Center of San Francisco* 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 Afterschool Sports and Recreation Programs (415) 292-1200/ Fax: (415) 276-1561 www.jccsf.org Athletic director: Craig Salgado Recreation director: Jackie Lewis *advertisers

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Comprehensive sports, recreational and arts programs for children ages 3-16. Sports teams and leagues, classes in art, ceramics, dance, gymnastics, swimming and more. Havurah Youth Center (415) 292-1210/ Fax: (415) 276-1561 mcolburn@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/hyc Program manager: Mick Colburn Afterschool program where talented teachers provide a nurturing environment. Children in grades K-6 learn valuable skills and make friends.Transportation from selected SFUSD schools. Garden of Eden Childcare Richmond Torah Center of Chabad 423 10th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 420-5132/ Fax: (415) 668-7015 sarahechtrtc@gmail.com www.rtchabad.org/ChildCare Contact: Sara Hecht Warm, loving, home environment with preschool excellence. Integrated Jewish/secular experience. Play-based, child-oriented.

EAST BAY

Kids & Teens

Center Stage Afterschool Program JCC of the East Bay 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 x130/ Fax: (510) 848-0170 michelel@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Director: Michele Levine Afternoon care, grades K-6 Jewish enrichment program, winter and spring camps. Berkeley, Albany and West Contra Costa. Olam Yeladim JCC of the East Bay 4500 Redwood Rd., Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 530-9222 nancyz@jcceastbay.com www.jcceastbay.org Site director: Nancy Zerner Daily afterschool care with transportation from multiple Oakland schools for grades K-5. Enrichment workshops, holiday programs, winter, spring and summer camps for grades K-9.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Sports and Recreation Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC(7522) rgoldstein@pjcc.org 82

www.pjcc.org Sports & recreation dir.: Rona Goldstein Wide array of year-round sports and recreation programs, classes and leagues for all ages, offering a positive, fun and competitive environment to learn and explore in a structured atmosphere. Sports and Recreation Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8700 Fax: (650) 852-3600 mlarose@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Director: Megan La Rose Offers a range of recreation and sports programs for preschoolers through teens and adults. Fencing, basketball, martial arts, birthday parties, summer camp and afterschool programs.

Special Needs Support Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x122 (415) 668-1816 fkupferman@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Contact: Flora Kupferman Special education opportunities for children with learning disabilities in congregational schools. Judaic and Hebrew curriculum, bar/bat mitzvah training. Consultation, workshops and educational resources for parents and teachers. Shabbat family camp weekend for children with disabilities and their families. Shabbat Weekend for Children with Disabilities and their Families Family camp weekend. Activities include singing, arts and crafts, hiking, Shabbat and Havdalah, group-times for children, adults, and families. The Friendship Circle San Francisco 834 28th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 624-7192 miriam@bayareafc.org www.bayareafc.org Contact: Miryum Mochkin

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Peninsula/South Bay 3900 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 858-6990/ Fax: (650) 493-3425 info@bayareafc.org www.bayareafc.org Contacts: Ezzy Schusterman Nechama Schusterman The Friendship Circle creates community for teen volunteers, children/teens with special needs and their families through weekly home visits and year-round programs. Fun and Fitness with Friends Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 Andrew@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Fitness and recreation program designed for children ages 6-12 with developmental disabilities, who will work one-on-one with trained volunteers to complete various physical and social activities Koach L’Lamed L’Kulam/ The Power to Teach All of Our Children Center for Jewish Living & Learning Special Education Department 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x226/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 elanan@jfed.org www.jfed.org Director: Elana Naftalin-Kelman Through the Special Needs Initiative, the CJLL supports special education in the East Bay by providing teacher training, professional consultation, and programmatic and curricular enhancements. Parents Place Center for Special Needs Jewish Family and Children’s Services of S.F., the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St., San Francisco, CA 94115 S.F.: (415) 359-2454 Marin: (415) 491-7959 Peninsula: (650) 931-1840 amyw@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Director, S.F.: Janina Nadaner Director, Peninsula: Nirit Zandman Comprehensive services and support for children with special needs and their families. Religious School for Everyone Congregation Sherith Israel 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 x28/ Fax: (415) 673-9439 nsgomes@sherithisrael.org www.sherithisrael.org Contact: Nancy Sheftel-Gomes *advertisers

All levels Pre-K to high school with arts and music a part of the curriculum: bar/bat mitzvah training, parent support and networking, trained tutors, special needs programs. Religious School for Special Needs Chabad of North Peninsula 1670 S. Amphlett Blvd., #125 San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 341-4510 info@chabadnp.com Contact: Rabbi Yossi Marcus Rabbi Moshe Weinbaum Geared toward Jewish children with emotional or developmental disabilities. The school meets on Mondays 4-5:30 p.m. during the school year. Special Needs Program Temple Sinai 2808 Summit St., Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263 Fax: (510) 465-0603 sue@oaklandsinai.org www.oaklandsinai.org Contacts: Sue Bojdak, Ophira Druch Mainstream special needs program for grades K-7 within a Sunday morning and afternoon religious/Hebrew school. Onsite learning specialist and special-needs tutors. Includes bar/bat mitzvah training.

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Afterschool, Sunday program. Ages 3-16. Bar/bat mitzvah preparation and ceremonies. Toddler group. Holidays, ethics, Hebrew, drama, music. Small, spiritual classes. Nondenominational. Palo Alto School for Jewish Education* Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 444-2117 pasje18@gmail.com www.pasje.org Director: Cathy Taylor Independent, non-profit Sunday school for grades K-8. History, culture, ethics, Hebrew and bar/bat mitzvah preparation. Families celebrate holidays together. Interfaith families encouraged. Nurturing childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewish identity

Midrashot & Havurot Midrashot and Havurot (community high school programs) offer classes and service opportunities for teens.

Midrasha in Berkeley 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709-1424 (510) 843-4667/ (510) 843-4642 diane@midrasha.org www.midrasha.org Director: Diane Bernbaum Midrasha in Contra Costa 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 944-4701 Fax: (925) 944-4703 office@ccmidrasha.org www.ccmidrasha.org Director: Devra C. Aarons

Hebrew & Sunday Schools

Jewish Arts & Culture School 1743 Oregon St., Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 644-2956 moretorah@aol.com www.jewishacts.blogspot.com Director: Rabbi Sara Shendelman, M.A.

Department of Youth Services Center for Jewish Living & Learning Youth & Teen Informal Education Department 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x267/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 Loal@jfed.org www.jfed.org Director: Loal C. Isaacs Programs for youth and teens include Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Go: Israel, retreats, service learning and backpacking. Professional development includes teen educators network and retreat, East Bay counselor training and resource center.Midrasha is a fun social and learning opportunity for Jewish 8th-12th graders. It is a pluralistic, community-based program offering classes, social events, and retreats.

Meets Wednesday nights from 7:15-9:15 p.m., serving Jewish teens in Contra Costa in grades 8-12. Midrasha in Oakland 2808 Summit St. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 501-6692 bayareamidrasha@gmail.com bayareamidrasha.org Director: Kendra Lubalin

Congregation Sherith Israel High School 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 x28/ Fax: (415) 673-9439 nsgomes@sherithisrael.org www.sherithisrael.org Principal: Nancy Sheftel-Gomes Tuesday evening high school program open to all Jewish high school students regardless of synagogue affiliation, combining serious Jewish study, social action and social interaction. Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

Kids & Teens

Youth Programs JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6279/ Fax: (415) 391-3617 khickey@jvs.org www.jvs.org Dir. of youth programs: Kevin Hickey Employment and education programs for youth with disabilities, including job skills classes, paid internships, job placement, higher education, computer skills training, and transition programs for youth exiting high school.

East Bay Kinderschul 318 Athol Ave., Oakland, CA 94606 (510) 465-7911 gtenney@earthlink.net Director: Gerry Tenney Secular progressive program, Yiddish-friendly. Holidays, history, literature, music and art, bar/bat mitzvah classes. At the JCC of the East Bay.

Midrasha Tri-Valley/Tri-Cities 3400 Nevada Ct. Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 549-1664 Fax: (925) 931-1054 midrashatvtc@gmail.com Director: Day Schildkret Jewish Teen Revolution, with expert teachers, spirit-filled weekend retreats, and fun with Jewish friends. Meets Sunday evenings, 7:15-9:15 p.m.

Teen Programs Most JCCs and congregations have programs for youths and teens. See Chapter 4, Religious Life and Congregations, and JCCs in Chapter 5, Agencies & Organizations, for more information. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO)*

Kids & Teens

East Bay 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 Fax: (650) 240-0567 lmorse@bbyo.org Program associate: Leeba Morse San Francisco 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x270 Fax: (650) 240-0567 abock@bbyo.org www.bbyo.org Program director: Aaron Bock South Bay 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7426/ Fax: (650) 240-0567 jpottel@bbyo.org Senior program director: Jill Pottel BBYO is a pluralistic; open to any Jewish teen in high school with Teen Connection for 6th -8th grade. Focus: leadership and engaging teens in Jewish experiences. Center for Jewish Living and Learning Youth & Teen Informal Education Department 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x267/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 midrasha@jfed.org www.jfed.org Director of informal ed.: Loal C. Isaacs 84

Programs for youth and teens include Let’s Go: Israel, retreats, service learning and backpacking. Professional development includes teen educators network and retreat, East Bay counselor training and resource center. Club 18 and GenSF Teen Programs Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1281/ (415) 292-1261 Fax: (415) 276-1550 club18@jccsf.org GenSF@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/teen Teen program manager: Alan Scher Engaging afterschool and weekend programs for middle school and high school students. Shabbat, dance, leadership, community service, music, film, art. Preteens and teens forge friendships, build skills and confidence. Diller Teen Fellows Bureau of Jewish Education and the Israel Center 639 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x120/ Fax: (415) 668-1816 ehymen@bjesf.org www.dillerteens.org Director: Erica Hymen Twelve-month leadership development program for 11th-graders focusing on social action, American-Israeli relations, community involvement and Jewish learning; includes a three-week summer seminar in Israel. Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6432/ Fax: (415) 495-2753 robync@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org/diller/teenawards Director: Nicole Miller Program assistant: Robyn Carmel Recognizes up to five Jewish teens from throughout California for exceptional community service and outstanding leadership in helping to repair the world. Recipients each receive an award of $36,000 for their college education or to further the implementation of their vision for making our world a better place. Funded by the Helen Diller Family Foundation, a supporting foundation of

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the Jewish Community Endowment Fund of the Jewish Community Federation. Émigré Youth Program Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3858/ Fax: (415) 359-2488 taylore@jfcs.org YouthFirst supervisor: Taylor Epstein Leadership training, tutoring, volunteer opportunities, summer internships, counseling, consultation to schools, social and recreational activities, and college preparation classes. Gift of Israel Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2873/ Fax: (415) 278-0646 giftofisrael@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Contact: Dawn Da’abul Savings partnership plan for Israel experiences for teens who live in the JCF area that includes contributions from family, federation and participating synagogues. Jewish Community Teen Foundation Jewish Community Endowment Fund JCEF dir. of youth philanthropy: Sue Schwartzman North Peninsula - (NPJCTF) 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 349-1523 x8303 (415) 512-6263 Fax: (650) 572-0949 sheilad@sfjcf.org www.jewishteenfoundation.org North Pen. director: Sheila Devore San Francisco and Marin/North Bay (M/SFJCTF) 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 499-1223 saran@sfjcf.org www.jewishteenfoundation.org Marin director: Sara Nesson South Peninsula - (SPJCTF) 3921 Fabian Way, Suite A-017 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 852-9020 x8008 Fax: (650) 852-9061 gilads@sfjcf.org *advertisers

www.sfjcef.org South Pen. director: Gilad Salmon East Bay - (EBJCTF) 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610-4826 (510) 433-0134/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 sues@jfed.org www.jewishteenfoundation.org East Bay director: Elana Isaacs Director of gift planning: Maggie Harmon High school students spend a year learning to run their own foundation, becoming fundraisers and grant-makers while investigating the Jewish values that motivate their work.

MAJYC - Marin Jewish Youth Contact Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8050 Fax: (415) 444-8185 jturk@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Youth and teen director: Jessica Turk Social, spiritual, educational, community service and leadership programs for grades 6-12. New Frontier USY and Kadima 1532 Willowbrae Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 892-2732 newfrontierusy@gmail.com www.newfrontierusy.org Regional director: Mishkie Barnea-Smith

Remember Us: The Holocaust B’nai Mitzvah Project 2773 Yulupa Ave., #273 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 570-2883 remember@sonic.net www.remember-us.org Contacts: Gesher Calmenson Elly Cohen Invites children who are preparing for bar/bat mitzvah to remember children who were lost in the Holocaust, and to act in their names. Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing! Moving Traditions (323) 559-1046 ccyngiser@movingtraditions.org www.roshhodesh.org Contact: Corinne Taylor-Cyngiser Award-winning program strengthens the self-esteem, leadership and Jewish identity of adolescent girls. Available at over 25 Bay Area institutions. Call or visit Website for details. Shalhevet Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 Educational program featuring a transformative journey to Poland and Israel for Bay Area high school juniors and seniors.

Jewish Youth for Community Action (JYCA) 1300 Grand Ave. Piedmont, CA 94610 (510) 547-2424 x110 Fax: (510) 547-2442

North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) Central Western Region 235 Montgomery St., Ste. 1120 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 392-7080 x15 Fax: (415) 392-1182 www.nfty.org

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Sonoma County Teen Program Jewish Community Center Sonoma County 1301 Farmers Lane, Suite C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-4222/ Fax: (707) 528-4288 teens@jccsoco.org Director: Rick Concoff Adviser: Taryn Omran

Kadima program for youth grades 5-8; USY for grades 9-12. Designed to develop a positive attitude toward Judaism through social, educational and religious programs within the Conservative movement.

Provides URJ-affiliated high school youth with leadership training, socialaction opportunities, social activities, Israel trips and weekend retreats on a local, regional and national level.

Kids & Teens

Jewish Teen Alliance (JTA) 639 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x125 Fax: (415) 668-1816 jemden@bjesf.org www.jtasf.org Director: Julie Emden Dedicated to promoting and nurturing a vibrant Jewish teen community that attracts and engages Jewish teens throughout the Bay Area. Provides strategic planning for and launching of regional initiatives. Community collaborations involve all stakeholders interested in teen life—including teens, professionals, spiritual leaders and community leaders. Hub and coordinator for all teen-serving organizations, programs and events in the Bay Area via online community calendar.

talia@jyca-justice.org www.jyca-justice.org Director: Talia Cooper Facilitator: Jenny Guidi Youth empowerment for teens. JYCA seeks to build a safe community through leadership development and political education to empower youth to act for justice.

Provides Sonoma County teens with social, leadership, social action, and informal educational programs for grades 8-12. Bimonthly activities include trips, discussions, teen services, hikes and family events. Teen Services Center Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 jason@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Director: Jason Goldstein Attractive teen lounge with many programs for teens. South Bay home of the Central Region West B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO).

Kids & Teens

Tzofim - Israel Scouts San Francisco Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2865/ Fax: (415) 278-0646 NirW@jafi.org www.israelscouts.org Contact: Nir Wittenberg South Bay Addison-Penzak JCC 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201, Los Gatos CA (408) 887-3650 hamifratz@israelscouts.org shevethamifratz.org Contacts: Yossi Caspi, Shevet Hamifratz chairman Hagar Memlis, Shevet Hamifratz leader The Tzofim programs in the Bay Area offer an opportunity for teenagers, including those with physical and developmental challenges, to participate in unique Israel-related programs. Year-round activities in Hebrew for ages 10-18. One-month summer program. More than 1,500 youth in the United States participate in weekly activities of Tzofim, which works with Hebrew speaking youth. United Synagogue Youth (USY) Kadima and Derech Kadima Congregation B’nai Shalom 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 934-9446 Fax: (925) 934-9450 office@bshalom.org www.bshalom.org Contact: Rabbi Jennifer Flam Three youth groups geared for 3rd to 12th graders. Exciting activities throughout the year. 86

Write On For Israel BlueStarPR 96 Jessie St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-6300/ Fax: (415) 777-8525 jc@bluestarpr.com www.bluestarpr.com Contacts: Jonathan Carey, Meirav Yaron Pro-Israel writing and journalism fellowship for high school juniors. Free trip to Israel to produce a documentary and learn from professional journalists, communications experts, Israeli officials and political leaders. YouthFirst Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St., San Francisco, CA 94115 S.F.: (415) 359-2454 Marin: (415) 419-3635 taylore@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Supervisor: Taylor Epstein Academic, social, and leadership support; college preparation; employment and internship opportunities; community service; and Jewish learning. Includes Kavod Crew, Team Tzadek, Next Chapter Project, and Biz Camp.

Day Camps SAN FRANCISCO Camp Gan Israel SF Chabad of SF 834 28th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 831-8399 Directors: Chaya Langer, Hinda Langer Kids for Community, Ages 5-15, Jewish themed activities including sports, art, music, yoga, theater and much more. JCCSF Rabin Summer Camps* Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1265 / Fax: (415) 276-1561 camp@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Camp & family programs: Samantha Kelman

EAST BAY Camp Gan Israel Chabad of the East Bay 2643 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 540-5824/ Fax: (510) 849-0536 office@chabadberkeley.org www.ganisraelberkeley.org Director: Rabbi Yehuda Ferris Ages 4-14. Dedicated to enriching the lives of children from diverse Jewish backgrounds and affiliations through a stimulating camp experience. Meets at Lake Temescal. Day trips, arts and crafts, sports. Camp Gan Israel of Contra Costa Chabad of Contra Costa 1671 Newell Ave., Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 937-4101 cgi@jewishcontracosta.com www.cgicoco.com Camp director: Shternie Kagan Swimming, sports, arts, weekly trips and overnight camping. Unique Jewish experience. At Athenian school, Danville. Pre-K to 8th grade. Camp Kadima* Jewish Community Day Camp 3400 Nevada Ct., Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 931-1055 x11 campkadima@bethemek.org www.campkadima.org Directors: Sharon Cohen, Rinat Manhoff Ages 4.5-14. Located in Sunol, in the Tri-Valley/Tri-Cities area. A Jewish experience, offering art, sports, photography, field trips, swimming, overnights and extended care. Camp Kee Tov* Congregation Beth El 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709-1424 (510) 848-2372/ Fax: (510) 848-2707 info@campkeetov.org www.campkeetov.org Director: Zach Landres-Schnur Community-oriented Jewish day camp set in Berkeley and the surrounding parks, providing a variety of creative activities to enrich the lives of all campers.

Summer and vacation camps for preschool to high school, including a variety of specialty programs. Sports, swimming, visual and performing arts, cooking, Jewish celebration, overnights, lake trips and leadership training.

Camp Kefli Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 3800 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-9191/ Fax: (925) 283-8355 youth@temple-isaiah.org www.temple-isaiah.org/kefli Contacts: Dan Lange, Rabbi Alissa Forrest

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A dynamic, spirited Jewish day camp offered for grades K-8. Summer 2010 dates: August 9-13 and 16-20 Camp Tzofim* JCC of the East Bay Oakland Branch 4500 Redwood Rd., Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 848-0237 x130 Fax: (510) 530-9250 michelele@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Site director: Michele Levine Jewish day camp grades K-10. Swimming, sports, arts and crafts, overnights, nature and friendship. Contra Costa JCC Summer Camps 2071 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800 Fax: (925) 937-0765 ecs@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org Summer day camp for toddlers through teens. Offers specialty camps including sports, theatre, art, dance, media, and much more. Extended care and remote pick-up available.

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Camp Chai Jewish Community Center Sonoma County Mail to: 1301 Farmers Lane #C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 JCC Office: (707) 528-4222 Fax: (707) 528-4288 office@jccsoco.org www.jccsoco.org Contact: Beth Goodman

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032

Summer day camp program for children K-9th grade. Meets at Finley Park. Sports, games, Shabbat, swim, arts and crafts, Jewish traditions. Summer Camp Kehillah Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8050 Fax: (415) 491-1235 jturk@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Youth and teen director: Jessica Turk Camps for ages 2-15. Traditional and specialty summer camps, teen travel programs, adventure overnights and field trips.

APJCC Summer Camp (408) 357-7416/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 camp@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org/camp Youth Director: Andrew Mendes Crafts, trips, athletics, games, special events, swimming, music, dance, theme weeks, and cultural Jewish programming. Ages 18 months to 16 years. Habima Hess Performing Arts Camp (408) 357-7416/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 camp@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Youth director: Andrew Mendes Summer day camp featuring perform ing arts mediums with special sessions for circus arts. Staff include specialists in a variety of mediums for the arts. Tennis Camp (408) 358-3636/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 kv@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Tennis director: KV Ganesh

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Skill development, video analysis, stroke production, footwork and com petitive matches. Year-round instruc tion and USTA leagues available. Led by a USPTA professional. Camp Gan Israel of Silicon Valley* Chabad of Greater South Bay Location: South Peninsula Hebrew Day School 1030 Astoria Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 Office: 3070 Louis Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 539-KIDS (5437) Fax: (650) 493-3425 office@campganisrael.info www.campganisrael.info Director: Rabbi Ber Rosenblat Known for Jewish and fun experiences for the last 35 years. Swimming, sports, trips, overnights, workshops and special activities. Numerous divisions offer programming for every Jewish child ages 4-17. J-Camp Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8700/ Fax: (650) 852-3600 info@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Youth & camp director: Michele-Bridget Ragsdale

Exciting and fun camp programs for preschool and grades K-12. Field trips, arts and crafts, traditional camps, sports camps, travel camps and special-interest camps.

Overnight Camps

Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522)/ (650) 378-2696 Fax: (650) 378-2799 camp@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Camp director: Jenny Mills Preschool coord./camp dir.: Lisa Elliott

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Preschool camp. Youth programs grades K-12 include summer/holiday camps, intersession camps and afterschool enrichment classes. Year-round teen center.

SANTA CRUZ & MONTEREY Camp Kayetz Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Rd., Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444/ Fax: (831) 475-7246 info@tbeaptos.org www.tbeaptos.org Director: Mimi Guiney Three-week summer session. Swimming, arts and crafts, overnight camping and sports. Ages 6-12.

B’nai B’rith Camp* Mittleman Jewish Community Center 6651 SW Capitol Highway Portland, OR 97219 (503) 244-0111 Fax: (503) 245-4233 mkoplan@bbcamp.org www.bbcamp.org Director: Michelle Koplan Located on the scenic Oregon coast. Grades 2-11. Activities include canoeing, arts and crafts, Jewish enrichment, swimming, creative arts, teen programs, overnights and trips. Available for rentals during off-season.

Kids & Teens

Camp Be’chol Lashon (In Every Tongue) Mail to: P.O. Box 591107, San Francisco, CA 94159 Camp: 1700 Marshall-Petaluma Road, Petaluma, CA 94952 www.campbechollashon.org Camp@bechollashon.org Camp Be’chol Lashon, an overnight, multicultural camp in West Marin, focuses on developing positive global Jewish identity in children ages 8 and up, with leadership opportunities for high school students. Camp Be’chol Lashon celebrates diversity through geography, food, music, dance and arts from Jewish communities around the world. Camperships available.

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Camp Tawonga* 131 Steuart St., Ste. 460 San Francisco, CA 94105 Winter office: (415) 543-2267 (415) KID-CAMP Fax: (415) 543-5417 info@tawonga.org www.tawonga.org Executive director: Adam Weisberg Independent Jewish summer camp next to Yosemite National Park for kids 7-17. Group-centered with emphasis on wilderness and Jewish programming. Teen service learning,

Teen Adventure Travel, and weekend programs for individuals, couples and families in the spring and fall. Financial assistance available. Habonim Dror Camp Gilboa* 8339 West 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90048 (323) 653-6772 Fax: (323) 375-0415 info@campgilboa.org, www.campgilboa.org Executive director: Dalit Shlapobersky

Progressive Zionist camp in San Bernardino Mountains, for grades 4-10, summer and winter sessions. Warm, fun-loving community based on responsibility, respect, equality, Judaism, connection to Israel. Part of Habonim Dror North America, offering leadership programs in Israel, summer and yearlong. URJ Camp Institutes for Living Judaism* Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) 235 Montgomery St., Ste. 1120 San Francisco, CA 94104-3304 Camp Newman 4800 Porter Creek Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (415) 392-7080 x11 Fax: (415) 392-1182 newman@urj.org http://newman.urjcamps.org Registrar: Linda Herkes Assistant director: Ari Vared Summer sessions for children and year-round retreat center for adults, children, youth and families.

Kids & Teens

Camp Newman Retreat Center 4800 Porter Creek Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (415) 392-7080 x11 Fax: (415) 392-1182 newman@urj.org http://newman.urjcamps.org Executive director: Ruben Arquilevich Registrar: Linda Herkes Since 1947, the URJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camping and retreat center institute has provided positive reinforcement for Jewish growth and development. Experiential, creative and lifeenhancing programs in an enriching Jewish atmosphere.

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College Education & Campus Life HILLEL FOUNDATIONS & AFFILIATES Through religious services, Shabbat and holiday dinners, and Israel programs, Hillel provides opportunities for students to strengthen their connection to their heritage and to the Jewish world. Hillel also provides personal counseling, classes, lectures, informal discussions and social events for students and local communities. Berkeley Hillel Foundation Reutlinger Center 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-7793/ Fax: (510) 845-7753 www.berkeleyhillel.org Interim executive director: Adam Naftalin-Kelman Cultural, spiritual, intellectual, religious, educational and social programs. Chico Hillel 101 Salem St. #160 Chico, CA 95926 (530) 879-0870/ Fax: (530) 879-0550 chicohillel@gmail.com www.csuchico.edu/jsu/index.html Creating Jewish programming for students at CSU Chico. On-campus social club for Jewish students who want to meet other Jews and do Jewish things together: education, celebrations, Israel, tikkun olam, conferences. *advertisers

Hillel at Davis and Sacramento 328 A St., Davis, CA 95616 (530) 756-3708 Fax: (530) 756-6076 info@hillelhouse.org www.hillelhouse.org Executive director: Chani Oppenheim Offers a wide variety of social, educational, spiritual, political, tzedek and Israel programs to undergraduates, graduate and professional students enrolled in Davis/Sacramento-area schools. Hillel at Stanford The Harold & Libby Ziff Center for Jewish Life 565 Mayfield Ave. Stanford, CA 94309 (650) 723-1602 Fax: (650) 725-8530 hillelatstanford@stanford.edu hillel.stanford.edu Executive director: Adina Danzig Epelman Rabbi Mychal Copeland Offers educational, religious, social, social action, cultural and Israel-related programs to Stanford students and local young adults. Some programs open to the community-at-large. Hillel of Silicon Valley 336 East William St. San Jose, CA 95112 (408) 286-6669 Fax: (408) 278-1899 director@hillelsv.org www.hillelsv.org Executive director: Sue Maltiel Assistant director: Vanina Sandel Strengthening connections to Judaism/Israel at San Jose State, Santa Clara University, and DeAnza, West Valley and Foothill Colleges through social, cultural, educational and tzedek programming.

Hillel of Sonoma County 85 La Plaza Cotati, CA 94931 (707) 795-5464 Fax: (707) 795-5464 director@sonomahillel.org www.sonomahillel.org Director: David Rubinstein President: Kathy Morris Encourages students at Sonoma State University and Santa Rosa Junior College to explore Judaism and their Jewish identity through creative social, religious, educational and community service activities. San Francisco Hillel 33 Banbury Dr. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 333-4922 Fax: (415) 333-4926 programs@sfhillel.org www.sfhillel.org Executive director: Alon Shalev Assistant director: Heather Erez Diverse and innovative graduate and undergraduate programs; fun, inclusive and informal. Shabbat dinners, cultural and social events, leading international speakers, community outreach. All students welcome. Santa Cruz Hillel Foundation 222 Cardiff Place Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 426-3332 Fax: (831) 426-1895 info@santacruzhillel.org www.santacruzhillel.org Program director: Heather Paul Provides cultural, religious, educational, social, political and Israel programs, including weekly Shabbat services and dinners for U.C. Santa Cruz and other college students in the Santa Cruz area.

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OTHER STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Chabad at Stanford 1289 College Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 494-3274 info@chabadstanford.org chabad.stanford.edu Contact: Rabbi Dov Greenberg Dedicated to sharing the warmth, wisdom and depth of Judaism through classes, social action projects, seminars, personal counseling, Israel programs, and Shabbat and holiday celebrations. All are welcome. Chabad Student Center of San Francisco 2962 19th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 571-8543 Fax: (415) 571-8843 sfsjew@gmail.com www.sfsjew.org Rabbi Yisroel Zaetz, Mrs. Hadas Zaetz A place where Jewish students in San Francisco can feel comfortable expressing themselves while finding meaning and inspiration. U.C. Berkeley Chabad Jewish Student Group Chabad Jewish Center 2516 Warring St. Berkeley, CA 94704 (310) 402-1163/ (818) 943-0700 contact@jewishucb.com www.JewishUCB.com Contacts: Rabbi Gil Yosef Leeds Bracha Sara Leeds Jewish life on campus; Shabbat, holiday services and meals, weekly classes, special events, Shabbatons; Linking Hearts; Mezuzah Bank, Jewish library.

OUTREACH & INTERNSHIPS Kohn Summer Intern Program* JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 391-3600/ (415) 782-6225 Fax: (415) 391-3617 rgoodman@jvs.org www.jvs.org Coordinator: Rebecca Goodman An eight-week, stipended internship program, placing college students into Bay Area Jewish agencies. A weekly seminar series exposes interns to contemporary Jewish issues and professional skills building. The Israel Project: Outreach and Advocacy on Northern California Campuses Israel Center of the JCF Campus Division 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6438/ Fax: (415) 278-0646 lironb@sfjcf.org www.israelcentersf.org Campus div.coordinator: Liron Biton Resources, speakers, information and leadership training to educate and support Jewish students to create greater Israel engagement on Northern California college and university campuses. Political Leadership Development Program AIPAC - American Israel Public Affairs Committee Pacific Northwest Region P.O. Box 207 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 989-4140/ Fax: (415) 989-5202 sf_office@aipac.org www.aipac.org Regional director: Zack Bodner

Involvement in pro-Israel activism on campus; opportunities for students to become liaisons between AIPAC and their campus communities. Internships in San Francisco and Washington, D.C.

UNIVERSITY JUDAIC STUDIES DEPARTMENTS Center for Jewish Studies Cal State East Bay 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd. Hayward, CA 94542 rhoda.kaufman@csueastbay.edu Contact: Professor Rhoda Kaufman Speaker series through the theater department. Department of Jewish Studies* San Francisco State University HUM 415 1600 Holloway Ave. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 338-6075/ Fax: (415) 338-6080 jewish@sfsu.edu www.sfsu.edu/~jewish Chair: Professor Fred Astren Professors: Marc Dollinger, Kitty Millet B.A. in modern Jewish studies, undergraduate minor in Jewish studies; adult learning through extension and Eldercollege programs. See Website for class schedule and descriptions. Jewish Studies Program* U.C. Berkeley 4333 Dwinelle Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720 (510) 643-2995 info@jewishstudies.berkeley.edu jewishstudies.berkeley.edu Contact: Sandra Richmond Hosting the joint doctoral program with the Graduate Theological Union, and an undergraduate minor at U.C. Berkeley, this program offers diverse courses and events in Jewish studies.

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Jewish Studies Program San Jose State University History Department One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0090 (408) 924-5547/ Fax: (408) 924-5531 victoria.harrison@sjsu.edu www.sjsu.edu/depts/jwss Coordinator: Victoria Harrison, Ph.D.

Jewish Studies Program U.C. Davis One Shields Ave. Davis, CA 95616-8611 (530) 754-7007 Fax: (530) 752-5301 jst@ucdavis.edu jewishstudies.ucdavis.edu Director: Diane Wolf

Interdisciplinary minor program allows students to explore the multicultural diversity and complexity of Jewish and Israeli culture; includes history, literature, religion, politics, Hebrew, art.

Offers a minor in Jewish studies and is developing a major as well. Offers a diverse set of courses focused on Jewish histories, cultures, literatures, and identities and communities.

Jewish Studies Program U.C. Santa Cruz History Department 201 Humanities 1 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA 95064 (831) 459-2982 jewishstudies@ucsc.edu http://jewishstudies.ucsc.edu Co-directors: Prof. Murray Baumgarten Prof. Nathaniel Deutsch Introduces students to the study of modern Jewish cultures. Also helps students who plan to attend rabbinical schools or find work in the Jewish community.

Modern Jewish and Israel Studies CSU Chico Trinity 239 Chico, CA 95929-0740 (530) 898-6379 Fax: (530) 898-5468 jwyrick@csuchico.edu www.csuchico.edu/mjis/ Director: Professor Jed Wyrick, Ph.D. Modern Jewish and Israel studies offers an undergraduate minor. The program focuses on classical Judaism, Jewish literature and Holocaust studies.

Richard S. Dinner Center for Jewish Studies* Graduate Theological Union 2400 Ridge Rd. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 649-2482 Fax: (510) 649-1730 CJS@gtu.edu www.gtu.edu/Centers/CJS/cjs.html Director: Naomi Seidman, Ph.D. Offers advanced degrees in Jewish studies, as well as providing courses and academic programs for the Graduate Theological Union and Bay Area communities at large. Auditors are welcome with faculty consent. Sonoma State Jewish Studies 1801 E. Cotati Ave. Rohnert Park, CA 94928 ezra@sonoma.edu (707)664-3293 fax: (707) 664-4400 www.sonoma.edu/jewishstudies Sonoma State Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewish Studies Program is an interdisciplinary, minor-granting curriculum that allows students to take courses in Jewish history, culture, society, and Hebrew. Stanford University Taube Center for Jewish Studies* Building 360, Room 362H Stanford, CA 94305-2190 (650) 725-2789/0577 Fax: (650) 725-2920 http://jewishstudies.stanford.edu Contacts: Linda Huynh Ruth Tarnopolsky The Taube Center for Jewish Studies at Stanford University is an interdisciplinary program studying all facets of Jewish culture.

College & Adult Education

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Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice* University of San Francisco Kalmanovitz Hall, Room 152 2130 Fulton St. San Francisco, CA 94117-1080 (415) 422-6601/ Fax: (415) 422-5356 ajhahntapper@usfca.edu www.usfca.edu/artsci/jssj Swig chair and dir.: Aaron J. Hahn Tapper Countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first formal academic program engaging students to be Jewish social justice activists. Offers innovative Jewish studies course, Ulpan San Francisco and free public lectures.

Resources

Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983/ (415) 668-1816 info@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Executive director: David Waksberg Professional development, and resource centers for educators; Feast of Jewish Learning; Jewish Community Library; teen programs; special needs services; Jewish service learning; financial aid programs.

College admissions consulting and counseling for students of all ages and abilities. Specializes in working with Jewish students.

Center for Jewish Living & Learning 300 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x234/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 Oren@jfed.org www.jfed.org Executive director: Oren J. Massey Jewish study programs for all ages and denominations including adult lifelong learning, community-wide events, young adult leadership development, consultation and Media Resource Center.

Providing musical material to teachers, musicians, choir directors and rituals leaders. Sheet music, choral and instrumental arrangements, sound tracks recording, and productions of events and workshops.

Jewish Music Resource Center (JMRC) 921 Everett St. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 528-8872 mail@nigunim.org www.nigunim.org Contact: Achi Ben Shalom

Battat Educational Resource Center (415) 751-6983 x135 (415) 668-1816 battatcenter@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Contact: Michael Lederman Resource center for educators, offering materials and consultations to support effective instruction. Books, music, posters and over 1,000 films available for loan to teachers/educators.

The Education Planner* Elizabeth A. Stone, Ph.D. San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 349-5239 info@theeducationplanner.com www.theeducationplanner.com

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Professional Development Programs for Jewish Educators (415) 751-6983 x111 (415) 668-1816 djacoby@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Contact: Debby Jacoby Communities of practice, professional development, consultations, conferences and learning resource centers for educators.

College & Adult Education

Technology Access Center (TAC) JVS (Jewish Vocational Service) 225 Bush St., Ste. 400 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 782-6217 (415) 782-6269 Fax: (415) 391-3617 rschapira@jvs.org www.jvs.org Contact: Rachel Schapira Open to anyone looking for work, the TAC is a full-service computer lab including job listings, job search resources, software tutorials, copier, fax and scanner.

Libraries Most synagogues and Jewish schools maintain reference and circulating libraries of varying sizes. For lending policies, contact individual institutions. BJE Jewish Community Library at the JCCSF 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1254 pushcart@bjesf.org http://www.bjesf.org/library.htm Branch coordinator: Sidney Keith

Diverse collection of books, periodicals CDs, and DVDs free to the public and conveniently located in the atrium and beit midrash of the JCCSF. Genealogy Library Sutro Library 480 Winston Dr. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 731-4477 Fax: (415) 557-9325 sutro@library.ca.gov www.library.ca.gov Director: Haleh Motiey Senior librarian: Martha Whittaker

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Features U.S. local history, the notable rare book and manuscript collections formed by Adolph Sutro, and the largest genealogy collection west of Salt Lake City. Graduate Theological Union Library 2400 Ridge Rd. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 649-2500 Fax: (510) 649-2508 Reference: (510) 649-2501 library@gtu.edu www.gtu.edu/library Director: Robert Benedetto Head of public services: Kris Veldheer Books, periodicals, and electronic resources in biblical studies, Jewish religion, Christian and world religions, history, art, literature, ethics and philosophy. Resources in Hebrew, English and other languages.

Lehrhaus Judaica Library Adult School for Jewish Studies The Reutlinger Center 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420/ Fax: (510) 845-6446 info@lehrhaus.org www.lehrhaus.org/resources/library.html Executive director: Jehon Grist, Ph.D. A 5,000-volume circulating academic Jewish studies library, open to the public. Strong collections in philosophy, theology, history and Middle East studies. Online card catalog.

Lehrhaus Judaica: The Adult School for Jewish Studies* The Reutlinger Center 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420/ Fax: (510) 845-6446 info@lehrhaus.org www.lehrhaus.org Executive director: Jehon Grist, Ph.D. Courses and workshops at 40 Bay Area sites. Hebrew, Yiddish, Jewish history, philosophy, theology, literature, arts. Introduction to Judaism series. National and international study tours.

Western Jewish History Center Judah L Magnes Museum Berkeley, CA (510) 549-6950 research@magnes.org www.magnes.org Archivist: Laura Michels

SAN FRANCISCO

Collects and makes available historical materials of Jewish individuals, families, businesses, synagogues and organizations. In 2011 moving to the Bancroft Library at U.C. Berkeley. See Website for updates.

Jewish Community Library Bureau of Jewish Education 1835 Ellis St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 567-3327 (415) 567-4542 library@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org/library.htm Director: Howard Freedman Reader services librarian: Rose Katz

Adult Classes

More than 30,000 volumes, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s library, diverse programs, all free to the public. Located on Jewish Community High School campus. Free garage parking on Pierce between Ellis and Eddy.

See Chapter 4, Religious Life and Congregations, and JCCs in Chapter 5, Agencies & Organizations, for more information.

Taube-Koret Center for Jewish Peoplehood* Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1272/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 czawatsky@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Chief program officer: Carole Zawatsky Offers diverse opportunities for Jewish education and celebration. Lectures, classes and programs include courses in Jewish text and thought, spirituality, history, language and holiday events.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY

Judaica collection of more than 5,000 circulating books, periodicals, and DVDs, operated by the Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, Congregation Rodef Sholom and Brandeis Hillel Day School. Hours: Sundays 10a.m.-1p.m.

JSN â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Jewish Study Network* 3626 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 493-5764/ Fax: (650) 493-5765 info@jsn.info www.jsn.info Executive director: Rabbi Joey Felsen Executive assistant: Evie Hoffman Resource pool of Jewish educators for the Bay Area. Jewish concepts offered in an engaging and stimulating environment. Ongoing classes as well as short courses are available.

Center for Jewish Life and Learning* Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636/ (408) 357-7413 cjll@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Contact: Rabbi Joshua Fenton Classes and programs in Jewish thought, history, spirituality, Hebrew language, current events, family programming, parenting, Melton School and more, for beginning and advanced learners.

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GREATER BAY AREA

Lefferts Jewish Community Library 180 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8159 Fax: (415) 444-8159 lefferts.library@gmail.com http://library.bhds-marin.org Librarian: Rebecca Highland

College & Adult Education

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Ulpan San Francisco* 2130 Fulton St. San Francisco, CA 94117-1080 (415) 422-6601/(415) 383-3250 breckhart@usfca.edu www.usfca.edu/artsci/ug/judaic_studies/ Ulpan.html Director: Esti Skloot A three-week intensive Hebrew language program now in its 14th year, offering multiple levels of instruction with emphasis on conversation.

The Bay Area is replete with opportunities for adults to study Judaism. In addition to the resources listed below, most JCCs and congregations offer adult education classes.

Socializing & Networking Alumot: Israel Programs Alumni American Friends of Livnot U’Lehibanot sfalumotchevre-subscribe@yahoogroups.com www.livnot.com Livnot U’Lehibanot Israel Experience Program in Israel offers one-, two- and three-week programs or five-month programs. Activities in Bay Area upon return. Birthright Israel NEXT Bay Area Bay Area Tribe Birthright Israel NEXT (415) 848-2519 bayarea.birthrightisraelnext.org www.bayareatribe.com Director: Rachel Thompson Opportunity to engage in Jewish life in informal settings across the Bay Area and find or form a Jewish community that nourishes the mind, body and soul.

The Hub Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1267 Fax: (415) 276-1550 dwolf@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/thehub Program manager: Dan Wolf For adults in their 20s and 30s, The Hub promotes cutting edge arts, culture and new Jewish ritual. Keshet Chavurah Congregation Beth Sholom 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-8736, ext. 186 Fax: (415) 221-3944 Contact: Sanford Friedman Randy Heilbrunn Shabbat dinners and other events in a traditional, Conservative, egalitarian setting. Goal is to fully integrate lesbian, gay, and bisexual Jews into the Conservative movement and synagogue life.

The Family Havurah 84 Hazelwood Ave. San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 586-8265 Fax: (415) 586-8265 kdhalperin@sbcglobal.net Contact: Keith Halperin

LGBT Alliance Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2863 lgbt@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Director: Lisa Finkelstein

Provides Jewish and interfaith families opportunities to meet and participate in Jewish activities including Shabbat/Havdalah dinners and holiday celebrations.

Outreach, programming, fundraising and advocacy in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Opportunities to participate on volunteer committees and boards.

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Mitzvah Milers Cycling Team (510) 684-5580 mitzvahmilers@pacbell.net www.mitzvahmilers.com Contact: Dan Siegel Bay Area Jewish cycling club with monthly rides in the East Bay, and annual participation at the Waves to Wine MS Bike Ride in September. Moishe House San Francisco Fell & Divisadero San Francisco, CA (510) 452-3800 moishehousesf@gmail.com www.moishehouse.org Moishe House San Francisco hosts community-building programs for Jewish young adults. Some of these program include monthly Shabbats and social gatherings. Please contact for more information. New Generations New Israel Fund 703 Market St., Ste. 1503 San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 543-505 Fax: (415) 543-6066 jason@nif.org www.nif.org Contact: Jason Bernstein Community of young Bay Area Jews who gather for social, educational and cultural events to raise awareness about Israel and support projects to strengthen Israel’s democracy. Ages 22-45. 79ers Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 1710 Scott St. San Francisco, CA 94115 *advertisers

Offering programs for young adults who want to recapture the feel of Israel locally. Programs include Israeli cultural events, parties, and discussions. YAD - Young Adult Division Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6280 Fax: (415) 541-9352 yad@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org/groups/yad Director: Abra Annes

Matchmaking Services

Sponsors bonfires spring through fall. Beginning with Havdalah: singing, stories, eating, schmoozing, playing at bonfires into the night. Indoor winter activities and trips. Wheelchair accessible in East Bay only.

The Jewish Connection* (415) 388-0118 www.thejewishconnection.com Matchmaker: Marsha Winer, M.A. Serving the entire Bay Area for 27 years. San Francisco and Marin offices. Personal consultation, which includes previewing photos before joining. More than 260 people married.

Singles Groups Bay Area Jewish Singles Hiking Club jewish_hiker-owner@yahoogroups.com www.bajshc.org Outings every weekend throughout the Bay Area. Day hikes, overnight excursions, biking, skiing, rafting and Yosemite trips. Open to all ages. Monthly activities calendar available.

Tzavta: A Helen Diller Family Foundation Program Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6438 Fax: (415) 278-0646 lironb@sfjcf.org www.israelcentersf.org Contact: Liron Biton

YeaShOre Community Mail to: P.O. Box 22094 San Francisco, CA 94122 Meets in East Bay and San Francisco (415) 731-4680 Yeashore@gmail.com www.yeashore.org Maggid & Baal Bonfire: Raja Anderson, Judah Alvarado

Socializing & Schmoozing

(415) 449-1228 Fax: (415) 449-2488 angelap@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Angela Priven Young adults (20s and 30s) who emigrated from the former Soviet Union as children, sharing social events and cultural activities and participating in opportunities to give back to the community.

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Soul Mates UnlimitedÂŽ* Personalized Matchmaking* Judith Gottesman, MSW, matchmaker (510) 418-8813 email: info@soulmatesunlimited.com www.soulmatesunlimited.com Serving California, state-wide, all ages and backgrounds.

Educational, social and cultural programs; Israel trips, regional and national conferences; singles/couples, ages 21-40ish. YADâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission: leadership development, community-building and developing a culture of philanthropy.

Jewish East Bay Socialites 50+ P.O. Box 3206 San Leandro, CA 94578 (510) 895-8832 (510) 237-3194 JEBS_SFBAY@hotmail.com Contacts: E. Cohn, June Maberry JEBS is a senior singles group. Enjoys many of the events the Bay Area has to offer and those organized by members. For active, single Jewish men and women 50 years of age and over.

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Comprehensive Services Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Institute on Aging (IOA)* 3330 Geary Blvd., 2nd Fl. San Francisco, CA 94118-3347 (415) 750-4111 Administration: (415) 750-4180 Fax: (415) 750-4179 www.ioaging.org President: David Werdegar, M.D. Comprehensive services to help seniors stay safe and independent at home, including home care, adult day care, dementia care, money management, conservatorships, neuro-psychological and needs assessment counseling, grief and Jewish spiritual support, and community referrals. Marin Support Services for Elders (SSE)* 1005 A St., Ste. 207 San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 456-8692/ (415) 750-4111 Fax: (415) 456-2579 www.ioaging.org Director: Steven Harris, MBA Provides care coordination, household management, personal support, bookkeeping, private professional fiduciary services including conservator, trustee, and personal representative of an estate. Peninsula Older Adults Care Management (OACM)* 291 Lambert Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 329-1411/ (800) 750-4111 100

Fax: (650) 855-1705 www.oacm.org Director: Cheri Jackson Provides home health care, care coordination, household management, personal support, bookkeeping, private professional fiduciary services, and geriatric assessment services. Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay* Alameda County Suse Moyal Center for Older Adult Services 828 San Pablo Ave., Ste. 104 Albany, CA 94706 (510) 558-7800 x716 Fax: (510) 558-7803 lyordy@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contacts: Lisa Yordy SMCOAS offers comprehensive care management, counseling, and other supportive services. The center aims to help older adults preserve their independence and stay connected to community. Contra Costa County 1855 Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 927-2000 x716 Fax: (925) 927-3131 lyordy@jfcs-eastbay.org www.jfcs-eastbay.org Contact: Lisa Yordy Personalized care for older adults and care-giving families. Care management, counseling, home visits, in-depth assessments, individual and family support, caregiver training, Holocaust survivor services, volunteer matching, workshops, and support groups, and information and referral. Helping older adults stay healthy, connected and independent.

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Seniors•At•Home* Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 Central intake: (415) 449-3777 TDD: (415) 345-1927 Fax: (415) 449-3742 Info@SeniorsAtHome.org www.SeniorsAtHome.org Director: Judy Lynch Marin: (415) 507-0564 Palo Alto: (650) 688-3000 San Mateo: (650) 931-1860 Sonoma: (707) 571-8533 Comprehensive senior services, including home care, palliative and end-of-life care, care management, counseling, money management, Conservatorships, healthcare advocacy, caregiver support, and more. Bereavement and Healing Program Contact: Seniors At Home Intake Department Emotional, psychological, and spiritual support for people of all faith traditions coping with life’s challenging transitions-from illness and aging to death and dying. Available in five counties served. Conservatorship When needed, Seniors At Home can become conservator to care for individuals who are at extreme physical, emotional, or financial risk. Home Care Caring attendants assist individuals of all ages recovering from an illness or hospitalization and help seniors manage daily life. Services are personalized to individual needs. *advertisers

Financial Services/ Personal Affairs Management Assistance managing day-to-day finances. Staff can also act as durable power of attorney, trustees, or conservators of estate. Services also available in Alameda/Contra Costa counties.

Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7450/ Fax: (408) 551-0091 jfs@jfssv.org www.jfssv.org Contacts: Avital Agam, Vlada Gelfond Case management, support groups, referral and outreach to residential facilities, caregiver support, senior volunteer program, care coordination, homemaker registry and counseling. Support for adult children of seniors, wellness program, ESL senior classes.

Day Care SAN FRANCISCO Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Chaim Adult Day Health Center Jewish Family and Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2534 Judah St., San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 449-2900/ Fax: (415) 449-2944 emigre@jfcs.org www.jfcs.org Contact: Anna Borovik Licensed day program providing medical, rehabilitative and social services to frail elderly and adults with functional impairments; offering special outreach to Russian-speaking individuals. *advertisers

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Long-Distance Senior Care Contact: Seniors At Home Intake Department Through ties to more than 100 family-service agencies across the United States, helping connect families to needed services for their elder relations living in other cities.

Millman Adult Day Program Contra Costa JCC 2071 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800/ Fax: (925) 937-0765 millman@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org Socialization and recreation for older adults with dementia in a safe and compassionate environment. Caregiver support group and family caregiver presentations.

(888) 755-7855 (408) 730-5900 Fax: (408)730-8717 info@pathwayshealth.org www.pathwayshealth.org Admissions manager: Loretta Kipp, RN VP community relations: Sandy Coolidge, R.N., PHN Provides compassionate, patient and family-centered, home health and hospice care, promoting comfort, independence and dignity. Serving Bay Area families since 1977.

Geriatric Research and Training Research into effective, cost-efficient methods of helping seniors maintain their independence; training for medical office personnel serving the elderly. Kosher Meals on Wheels For seniors in need who have a kosher tradition, JFCS offers hot, nutritious kosher meals delivered to homes.

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Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Care Management Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living Outreach Services 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 964-2067/ Fax: (925) 648-2801 outreach@rcjl.org www.rcjl.org Care management services to assist elders and their adult children with decisions and options that foster independence, help at home, placement counseling, out-of-area assistance and more. Get Up & Go Transportation and Activity Program Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2750/ (650) 378-2722 Fax: (650) 378-2799 bburr@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Program manager: Betty Burr Get Up & Go is an award-winning errand transportation and activity program within San Mateo County for older adults who no longer drive. Pathways Home Health Hospice & Private Duty* Program centers in San Francisco, Oakland and Sunnyvale 585 North Mary Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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SilverRide, LLC* 425 Divisadero St, Suite 201 San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 861-7433 (877) 874-3310 Fax: (415) 861-7434 info@silverride.com www.silverride.com CEO & Co-founder: Jeff Maltz, President & Co-founder: Susan Steiner Saal

Senior Services

Provides assisted transportation, engaging companions, personalized activities and group events for older adults who want to get things done, socialize, and have enriching experiences.

Cultural & Social GREATER BAY AREA Learning for Life Lehrhaus Judaica: The Adult School for Jewish Studies 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420 Fax: (510) 845-6446 info@lehrhaus.org www.lehrhaus.org Executive director: Jehon Grist, Ph.D. Daytime Jewish studies courses designed for the educational needs and interests of older adults. Held at senior centers, retirement communities, nursing homes and other convenient locations.

SAN FRANCISCO Boomers + Bunch Congregation Emanu-El 2 Lake St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2535 Fax: (415) 751-2511 fprice@emanuelsf.org www.emanuelsf.org Contact: Frana Price Group meets monthly on Thursdays for a medley of speakers and outings. Weekly Tuesday morning bridge games. 102

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Older Adult Program Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1260 (415) 292-1262 Fax: (415) 276-1550 sschulz@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Program manager: Shiva Schulz Administrative assistant: Cecily Rogers

Senior Services

Enjoy time with friends, learn and explore the Bay Area through lectures, classes, clubs, games, movies, book clubs, holiday celebrations, day trips, wellness programs and a kosher lunch program.

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Social, educational, and recreational programs. Includes trips, lecture series, kosher lunches, health insurance counseling, and holiday celebrations. Programs for People Over 50 JCC of the East Bay 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 x129 Fax: (510) 848-0170 info@jcceastbay.org www.jcceastbay.org Programs include twice-weekly kosher luncheons, bridge, discussion groups, movies, lectures, Hebrew, Yiddish, art, exercise classes, yoga, Feldenkrais, creative writing, author series, contemporary events.

Beth Emek Senior Services 3400 Nevada Court Pleasanton, CA 94564 (925) 931-1055 Fax: (925) 931-1054 bethemek@bethemek.org www.bethemek.org

Shalom Aleynu Temple Beth Torah Mail to: P.O. Box 6017 Fremont, CA 94538-0617 42000 Paseo Padre Parkway Fremont, CA 94539 (510) 656-7141/ Fax: (510) 656-5380 Chair: Martha Grasberg

Fellowship, sharing, caring, social activities for seniors and others.

Social-recreational seniors group.

Congregation Beth El Chai Group 301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709-1424 (510) 848-3988 x226 Fax: (510) 848-2707 ed@bethelberkeley.org www.bethelberkeley.org Contact: Norm Frankel Conversations about the issues and ideas that weave us together as generations. Informed perspectives from Beth El members. Congregation Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai Israel of Rossmoor Mail to: P.O. Box 2070 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 942-0892 Contact: Ellen Bloomfield Friday evening Shabbat service for senior adults at 8 p.m. High Holiday services at the Del Valle Clubhouse; call for times. Everyone welcome. Contra Costa JCC Adult Programs 2071 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800 Fax: (925) 937-0765 ShoshanaE@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org 104

MARIN/NORTH BAY Adult & Senior Programs Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ (415) 444-8062 Fax: (415) 491-1235 Array of stimulating programs for mind, body and soul: from fitness to art museums and wine-tasting excursions. Shabbat lunch program with performers every Friday at 12 p.m. Friendship Circle Seniors 55+ Jewish Community Center, Sonoma County 1301 Farmers Lane #C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-1182/ (707) 528-1476 Fax: (707) 528-4288 barbaras@jccsoco.org www.jccsoco.org Director: Barbara Scharf Outreach: Fran Danoff Cultural outings and activities for seniors 55+: Lunch and Learn, excursions, mah jongg, lectures, singles, Yiddish and Judaic studies classes, autobiographical writing and exercise class. Information and referral. Monthly newsletter.

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PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY J-Thursdays Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8618 / Fax: (650) 852-3600 esalamo@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Contact: Elisheva Salamo Programs include festive holiday lunches, monthly senior excursions, classes, lectures, concerts and special events. Transportation available. Older Adult Programs Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522)/ Fax: (650) 378-2799 sammons@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Adult program mgr: Susan L. Ammons Day trips, classes, friendship clubs, volunteering and opportunities for making friends, learning and travel. Transportation available for errands and social activities. Friday evening transportation to Peninsula synagogues.

Residential JEWISH Chai House, Inc* 814 Saint Elizabeth Dr. San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 947-1818 (800) 807-3646 Fax: (408) 947-1839 www.chaihouse.org Manager: Marc Tumlinson Independent living for moderate-income seniors. Apartments with full kitchens. Kosher meal program. Dinners Monday-Friday. 24-hour emergency response. Onsite health center. Social, recreational and cultural programs. Jewish Home* 302 Silver Ave. San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 334-2500 Fax: (415) 334-4375 www.jhsf.org President & CEO: Daniel Ruth Licensed Medicare/Medi-Cal skilled nursing facility providing comprehensive long-term, short-term and rehabilitation services, and acute psychiatric care to the elderly in a traditional Jewish setting. *advertisers

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Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Chaim House, Inc. A Bubbies & Zadies Residence* 463 Nova Albion Way San Rafael, CA 94903 777 Monticello Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 435-1395 Fax: (415) 435-1762 lchaimhouse@aol.com www.lchaimhouse.com Administrator: Cary Kopstein

Senior Services

Two highly personalized small assisted-living residences in elegant surroundings, Kosher kitchen and wide range of activities around the Marin community. Menorah Park 3365 Sacramento St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 929-7912 TDD: (800) 735-2922 Fax: (415) 929-7649 sima@california.com Executive director: Nurit Robinson Office manager: Sima Kaminsky HUD-subsidized affordable housing for low-income elderly. Designed to meet the social, recreational and emotional needs of an aging population.

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Moldaw Family Residences at 899 Charleston* 899 Charleston, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 321-3188/ Fax: (650) 323-1561 info@899charleston.org www.899Charleston.org Sales director: Annie Reynolds Senior living counselor: Bonnie Muth Part of the Taube-Koret Campus for Jewish Life in Palo Alto, 899 Charleston is an innovative senior living community.

Senior Services

Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living* 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 964-2066/ (925) 964-2063 Fax: (925) 648-2801 movein@rcjl.org www.rcjl.org Director of admissions & public relations: Dee Madnick Executive director: Janice L. Corran, Ph.D. Residential community offering independent, assisted, skilled nursing and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care designed to meet each individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Kosher dining, full-time rabbi, cultural, wellness, religious and social programs. Daily housekeeping, transportation, concierge and 24-hour staff. Rhoda Goldman Plaza* 2180 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 345-5060/ Fax: (415) 345-5061 info@rgplaza.org www.RGPlaza.org Director of community relations: Iris Hudis Executive director: Susan Koster An elegant, vibrant, assisted-living community for seniors providing kosher meals, 24-hour support staff, stimulating exercise programs for the mind and body, and a memory unit with specialized programs.

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Belmont Village of Sunnyvale* 1039 East El Camino Real Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 720-8498 Fax: (408) 720-8499 www.belmontvillage.com A community built for life, with vibrant, upbeat residential setting. BridgePoint at Los Altos* Kisco Senior Living 1174 Los Altos Ave. Los Altos, CA 94022 (650) 948-7337 www.kiscoseniorliving.com

Senior Services

136 apartments, located less than two miles from the Stanford Shopping Center. The goal at BridgePoint is to provide an environment of choice and independence where residents may choose from personalized care options and service. Retirement and assisted-living apartments. License # 435200989 The Broadmoor* 1499 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 771-9119 Fax: (415) 929-3116 inquiry@thebroadmoorhotel.com www.thebroadmoorhotel.com Contact: Ken Johnson Combines apartment living with services of a first-class hotel. Reasonable monthly rent includes a furnished suite, all meals, maid service, many activities, a terraced garden and a 24-hour desk. Byron Park* 1700 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 937-1700 (800) 937-7974 www.byronpark.com Contact: Rayne Merrywood Independent living includes meals, housekeeping, transportation, activities, secured parking, pool and Jacuzzi. Cedar Creek Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Dementia Care Center* 15245 National Ave. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 356-5636 kelley@the-creeks.com www.the-creeks.com Contact: Kelley Colla A 58-bed secured residential community that provides care in an environment of love and support. Residential Care Facility for the Elderly License #4350141 *advertisers

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Chaparral House * Chaparral Foundation 1309 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 848-8774 Fax: (510) 848-2438 pacooley@chaparralhouse.org www.chaparralhouse.org Contact: P.A. Cooley Non-profit, non-denominational eldercare community. R.N. nursing director. Full activity program. Community-based board of directors. Lovely environment with large, secure gardens.

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Chateau Cupertino* 10150 Torre Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 (408) 446-4300/ Fax: (408) 446-4913 mary@chateau-cupertino.com www.chateau-cupertino.com Contact: Mary Easthouse Enjoy independent retirement at Chateau Cupertino, family owned and operated since 1988. Coventry Park* 1550 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 921-1552 www.CoventryParkSF.com Contact: Hannah Choung

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Offering seniors an elegant and safe living environment with the flexibility of a monthly rental. A broad continuum of care including independent living, assisted living to Alzheimer’s/dementia care. Drake Terrace* Kisco Senior Living 275 Los Ranchitos Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 491-1935 www.kiscoseniorliving.com 123 apartments, located in San Rafael, just a short drive north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Drake Terrace is a full-service senior living community which offers both retirement and assisted-living apartments. License #216801028. The Forum at Rancho San Antonio* 23500 Cristo Rey Dr. Cupertino, CA 95014 Main: (650) 944-0100 Tours: (650) 944-0190 info@theforum-seniorliving.com www.theforum-seniorliving.com Resident-owned with unique equity ownership, continuing care at onsite Healthcare Center. The Forum offers elegant, relaxed living for seniors who value their independence.

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Elders Inn/Waters Edge Lodge Waters Edge Nursing Home* 801 Island Dr. Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 748-9700 diana@alamedaelder.com www.alamedaelder.com Admissions Coordinator: Diana Tioseco Alameda Elder Care Communities’ continuum of care for seniors. Communities for assisted-living, Alzheimer’s/dementia care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Compassionate and friendly atmosphere. The Heritage Pointe Seniors’ Apartments* 1785 Shuey Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (866) 847-1776 Fax: (925) 945-7119 info@TheHeritagePointe.com www.TheHeritagePointe.com Marketing director: Barbara Simpson Independent living for young-at-heart seniors, nestled in a residential neighborhood blocks from downtown Walnut Creek shops, dining, professional offices and entertainment.

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The Magnolia of Millbrae* 201 Chadbourne Ave. Millbrae, CA 94030 (650) 697-7700 Fax: (650) 697-1734 splambeck@themagnolia.com Marketing director: Sherry Plambeck Independent and assisted senior living. Luxury amenities, gourmet dining, transportation, month-to-month rental, 24-hr security/emergency response, pool, spa, fitness center.

University Retirement Community* 1515 Shasta Drive Davis, CA 95616 (530) 747-7000 (888) 238-2058 www.davis@retirement.org www.retirement.org/davis Contact: Patty Clark

Providing continuing care, quality services and diverse opportunities that enhance the lives of residents. Vintage Golden Gate* 1601 19th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 664-6264 katherine.raukhman@vintagesenior.com www.vintagesenior.com Contact: Katherine Raukhman A diverse San Francisco senior community offering a personalized approach to senior living. This historical landmark is located minutes from Golden Gate Park.

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Monarch Place Piedmont* 4500 Gilbert St. Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 658-9266 thartley@monarchplace.cc www.monarchplace.cc Community relations dir.: Trudy Hartley

Interesting people, stimulating programs, gracious environment at a life care community in the East Bay; monthly fee includes medical care, comprehensive package of services. Accredited, non-denominational.

A premier independent and assisted-living community. Monarch Place Piedmont's Gold Crown Service allows our residents to enjoy the lives they deserve. Palo Alto Commons* 4075 El Camino Way Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 494-0760 Fax: (650) 494-0942 mlmarshall@paloaltocommons.com www.paloaltocommons.com Dir. of marketing: Mary Lou Marshall Dir. of marketing: Joyce Chang Independent and assisted-living rental community for seniors. Privately owned and operated. Providing exceptional personal care, housekeeping, transportation and activities. Designated Alzheimer/ dementia units, all levels. Springfield Place Retirement Community* 101 Ely Blvd. S., Petaluma, CA 94954 (707) 769-3300 Fax: (707) 766-9233 cbunce@leisurecare.com www.leisurecare.com Contact: Christine Bunce Retirement community with 24-hour assisted-living services available. POSIT Science Brain Fitness Program. Visit for lunch and a tour. Shabbat, celebrations, seders. St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Towers* 100 Bay Place, Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 891-8543 greynolds@ehf.org www.ehf.org/spt Director of admissions: Gayle Reynolds *advertisers

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Consulate Consulate General of Israel 456 Montgomery St., Ste. 2100 San Francisco, CA 94104 Main: (415) 844-7500 Consular: (415) 844-7510 Fax: (415) 844-7555 paffairs@sanfrancisco.mfa.gov.il www.israeliconsulate.org Consul general: Akiva Tor Deputy consul general: Gideon Lustig Represents the state of Israel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Conveys Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diversity through education, political, cultural and economic activities, e-mail updates and printed materials. Strengthens relations between Israel and local communities. Processes Israeli passports, visas and handles other issues pertaining to the Ministry of the Interior. Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6203 israelcenter@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org/israelcenter The Israel Center strives to build Jewish identity and a greater sense of Jewish peoplehood by offering Israel programs in partnership with local Jewish organizations and cultural program providers.

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Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Gift of Israel Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2873 Fax: (415) 278-0646 giftofisrael@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Contact: Dawn Daâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;abul Savings partnership plan for Israel experiences for teens who live in the JCF area that includes contributions from family, federation and participating synagogues. JCCSF Travel Program* Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 276-1506/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 travel@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/travel Program manager: Ariel Goldstein Offering unique travel to India, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Jordan, Berlin, Prague, Cuba and more. Including arts and culture, family trips, archaeological history and Jewish interest. Lehrhaus Judaica The Adult School for Jewish Studies 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-6420 Fax: (510) 845-6446 info@lehrhaus.org www.lehrhaus.org Executive director: Jehon Grist, Ph.D. Offers educational tours exploring the cultural and historical Jewish ties of locations around the world.

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Lets Go: Israel Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 www.letsgoisrael.org Open to Jewish teens entering their junior and/or senior year in high school, this four-week Israel trip provides an amazing journey throughout Israel. MASA Israel Journey Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6274 Fax: (415) 278-0646 DannaR@sfjcf.org www.MASAIsrael.org Masa Israel Journey is a program for Jewish adults, ages 18 to 30, to spend five to 12 months in Israel interning, volunteering or studying in one of over 160 programs. Sar-El Volunteers for Israel San Francisco Region Northern California 6975 Thornhill Dr. Oakland, CA 94611-1337 (510) 339-0183 Toll-free messages: (866) 380-6464 Fax: (866) 380-6464 vfi5000@hotmail.com www.vfi-usa.org President: Kay Warren Region director: Sam Borcover Connect with Israel. Work side-by-side with Israelis performing civilian duties on IDF bases and in hospitals. Other opportunities available. Two- and three-week programs year-round. *advertisers

Information & Advocacy BlueStarPR 96 Jesse St., Ste. 3rd fl. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-6300/ Fax: (415) 777-8525 my@bluestarpr.com www.bluestarpr.com Executive director: John Carey Associate director: Meirav Yaron Helps show Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s positive sides. Creates thought-provoking campaigns using billboards, postcards and DVDs that encourage discussion and help people identify with life in Israel beyond the conflict. Bridges to Israel - Berkeley P.O. Box 7702 Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 525-3582 kessler@bridgestoisrael-berkeley.org www.bti-b.org Contacts: Dr. Seymour Kessler Dr. Hilda Kessler Grass-roots organization devoted to help Israeli victims of terror, provide Israelrelated community education in the Greater East Bay and support Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy.

J Street (510) 524-1993 Fax: (866) 892-0546 sfbayarea@jstreet.org http://jstreet.org J Street supports a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict for the survival of Israel as the national democratic home of the Jewish people. SF Voice for Israel sfvoiceforisrael@yahoogroups.com (to subscribe) www.sfvoiceforisrael.org Mission is to stand up to anti-Israel speech wherever it may surface and to present a positive image of Israel to the general public. Broad-based coalition of activists from all political perspectives, Jewish and non-Jewish, with various viewpoints on issues such as settlements and the peace process. Bay Area affiliate of StandWithUS (www.standwithus.com).

Campus Coordinator Shlichah Israel Center of JCF (415) 512-6438 lironb@sfjcf.org Contact: Liron Biton San Francisco Hillel (415) 333-4922 Silicon Valley Hillel isarel@hillelsv.org (408) 286-6669 x16 Contact: Nadav Shem Tov Stanford University Hillel (650) 723-3098/ (650) 723-3098 ronml@stanford.edu Contact: Ron Merkel U.C. Berkeley Hillel chaya@berkeleyhillel.org (510) 845-7793 Contact: Chaya Gilboa U.C. Davis Hillel (530) 756-3708 x4 israel@hillelhouse.org Contact: Uri Fishelson U.C. Santa Cruz Hillel (831) 426-3332 x14 moshe@santacruzhillel.org Contact: Moshe Alfisher

Shlichim Shlichim (Israeli emissaries) facilitate immigration to Israel and create a variety of Israel-oriented programs to introduce Israeli culture to teens, college students and adults. Aliyah & Israel Programs Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco the Peninsula Marin and Sonoma Counties (415) 369-2865 aliyahsf@sfjcf.org www.aliyah.org Contact: Nir Wittenberg

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The mission is to intensify the unique and multi-dimensional significance of Israel in connecting the next generation to its heritage, people and homeland.

COMMUNITY SHLICHIM The Jewish Agency for Israel Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105

ISRAEL21c 44 Montgomery Street, 41st floor San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 318-8964 info@israel21c.org www.israel21c.org *advertisers

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Friends of Victims of Arab Terror (510) 336-2424 Fax: (510) 336-2424 chai18@gmail.com victimsofarabterror.com/facts.html Contact: Shifra Hoffman Information about Jewish victims in the Middle East conflict; updates on Israeli politics.

Specializing in aliyah for all long- and short-term programs to Israel for students and young adults.

FLAME (Facts and Logic about the Middle East) Mail to: P.O. Box 590359 San Francisco, CA 94159-0381 (415) 356-7801 Fax: (415) 356-7804 kadeemah@aol.com President: Gerardo Joffe Researches and publishes the facts regarding developments in the Middle East and exposes false propaganda that might harm the interests of the United States and its allies in that area of the world.

Non-profit media organization whose mission is to disseminate information about 21st-century Israel with the goal of educating Americans about Israel beyond the conflict.

(415) 512-6267 Fax: (415) 278-0646 litalc@sfjcf.org www.jewishagency.org/education Contact: Lital Carmel Shlichah for the Russian-Jewish Community (415) 512-6285 alexandrab@sfjcf.org Contact: Alexandra (Sasha) Belinsky Educational programs and Israel-related events for the Russian-speaking Jewish community of the Bay Area

Political Organizations Abrahams Vision 3571 Highland Ave. Redwood City, CA 94602 (415) 839-6889 megan@abrahamsvision.org www.abrahamsvision.org Co-dir.: Aaron J. Hahn Trapper, Ph.D. Conflict-transformation organization that explores group and individual identities through experiential and political education within and among the Jewish, Muslim, Israeli and Palestinian communities.

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AIPAC -American Israel Public Affairs Committee* Pacific Northwest Region P.O. Box 207 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 989-4140/ Fax: (415) 989-5202 sf_office@aipac.org www.aipac.org Regional director: Zack Bodner American pro-Israel lobby with 100,000 members nationwide. Briefings, local congressional caucuses, political training workshops, young professionals leadership program, college program and political grass-roots activism. Americans for Peace Now (APN) West Coast Region 5870 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (510) 843-6732 West Coast Regional Office: (323) 934-3480 Fax: (323) 934-3550 apnwest@peacenow.org www.peacenow.org Local contact: Hanna Kranzberg West Coast regional dir.: David Pine To enhance Israel’s security through peace and support Shalom Achshav (Peace Now in Israel), the largest grass-roots movement in Israeli history. Education, political outreach and advocacy. Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) 1611 Telegraph Ave., Ste. 550 Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 465-1777 Fax: (510) 465-1616 info@jewishvoiceforpeace.org www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org Executive dir.: Rebecca Vilkomerson 116

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Grass-roots educational and activist group working to promote a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, and an end to the occupation of the Palestinian territories. Jewish-Palestinian Living Room Dialogue Group 1448 Cedarwood Dr., San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 574-8303/ Fax: (650) 573-1217 LTraubman@igc.org traubman.igc.org/global.htm Contacts: Libby and Len Traubman Provides experiential dialogue workshops, free guidelines and videos. Group includes Holocaust refugees and 20thgeneration Palestinians, committed to invigorating public peace process in the U.S. and overseas. Mordechai Anielewicz Circle of Americans for a Progressive Israel 1864C Ellis St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 922-4642 scb@bigplanet.com Facilitator: Susan Blank Educational forum for progressive ideas in Israel. Affiliated with the World Union of Mapam and Kibbutz Artzi. Public panels and symposia, study groups, Shabbat and holiday celebrations. Women in Green Women for Israel’s Tomorrow (510) 336-2424 wfit2@womeningreen.org www.womeningreen.org Contact: Ruth Matar Bay Area social-action group that supports Israel’s right to exist within its current, secure borders. Men and women welcome.

Social Programs Birthright Israel NEXT Bay Area Bay Area Tribe Birthright Israel NEXT (415) 848-2519 Rachel.Thompson@birthrightisraelnext.org bayarea.birthrightisrael.com Director: Rachel Thompson Birthright Israel NEXT allows young Jewish adults to explore their heritage through diverse, inspiring and educational experiences as they build peerbased communities. *advertisers

Chabad Israeli Community of the Bay Area 1650 Channing Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 804-5019 rabbilanda@chabadisraeli.org chabadisraeli.org Contacts: Rabbi Menachem Landa Sonia Landa Home away from home for the Israeli community throughout the year. Torah classes; kids, family and High Holiday programs and services. Women’s gathering group. Israeli Cultural Connection (ICC) Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8608/ Fax: (650) 852-3600 rjacobs@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Director: Ronit Jacobs The ICC brings Israeli culture to the South Bay community. Activities include lectures by well-known speakers, Israeli movie nights, social gatherings, holiday events, children’s activities and more.

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Israeli House Consulate General of Israel 456 Montgomery St., #2100 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 844-7503 Fax: (415) 844-7555 israelihouse@sanfrancisco.mfa.gov.il www.israelconsulate.org Strives to strengthen the relationship between the Israeli community and the state of Israel through various activities and events, such as the Israeli Movie Club, speakers, youth activities, and educational programming. Publishes a weekly newsletter with events and notices for Israelis in the community, and assists Israelis wishing to move back to Israel. All activities are in Hebrew. Tzavta Israel Center of the JCF 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6438/ Fax: (415) 278-0646 LironB@sfjcf.org www.israelcentersf.org Contacts: Liron Biton Offering programs for young adults who want to recapture the feel of Israel locally. Programs include Israeli cultural events, parties, and discussions. Supported by the Helen Diller Family Foundation. 118

Higher Education American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev 240 Tamal Vista Blvd., Ste. 260 Corte Madera, CA 94925 (415) 927-2119 Fax: (415) 927-2163 dnoily@aabgu.org Regional director: Daphna Noily Raises funds and promotes awareness for Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Charitable gifts can be directed for scholarships, research projects, buildings and endowments in a wide variety of academic disciplines. American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science Bay Area Region 300 Montgomery St., Ste. 615 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-4001 Fax: (415) 981-4007 bayarea@acwis.org www.weizmann-usa.org Acting exec. director: Laura J. Tucker Supports and promotes this multidisciplinary institution in Israel, which trains graduate students and conducts basic scientific research to fight disease, advance technology, protect the environment and improve the human condition. American Friends of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem* Pacific Northwest Region 1515 Oakland Blvd., Ste. 170 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 937-AFHU (2348) Fax: (925) 938-AFHU (2348) northwest@afhu.org www.afhu.org Executive director: Beth Kyman Development coordinator: Jenny Redling National, not-for-profit organization that provides programs, events and fundraising activities in support of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel’s key center of higher education and research. American Society for Technion - Israel Institute of Technology North Pacific Region 870 Market St., #800 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 398-7117 Fax: (415)398-1734

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technion.sf@ats.org www.ats.org Regional director: Jack Kadesh Chapter director: Tali Siegal Assistant director: Gary S. Cohn Supports this institution for technological education and applied research, which trains engineers, doctors, city planners and scientists. Supports stem cell research and is proud of its two Nobel Laureates.

Fundraising Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. American Friends of Magen David Adom* ARMDI 5535 Balboa Blvd., Ste. 114 Encino, CA 91316 (800) 323-2371 Fax: (818) 905-5098 western@afmda.org www.afmda.org Western region director: Ellen Rofman Sole authorized fundraising organization in the United States supporting the life saving efforts of MDA in Israel, the nation’s emergency medical, blood, ambulance and disaster services. American Friends of Neve Shalom/Wahat Al-Salam 678 Santa Rosa Ave. Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 528-3386 Fax: (510) 524-9142 frubenfeld@aol.com www.oasisofpeace.org Contact: Frank Rubenfeld Supports the only Jewish-Palestinian cooperative village in Israel. Sponsors School for Peace, which focuses on conflict resolution and operates a bicultural, bilingual primary school. Chasdei Yosef East Bay Branch P.O. Box 9443, Berkeley, CA 94709 vogeleah@gmail.com www.chasdei.org Contacts: Julie Mitrani, Leah Vogel Provides humanitarian assistance to tens of thousands of people in Israel every year, with focus in the Jerusalem area. Programs include soup kitchens, mealson-wheels, afterschool initiatives for children-at-risk and more. *advertisers

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces* San Francisco Bay Area Chapter 825 San Antonio Road, Suite # 207 Palo Alto, Ca 94303-4635 (650) 494-3100/ (650) 494-3102 sara.bronstein@fidf.org www.FIDF.org Executive director: Sarita Bronstein

Official agency for the state of Israel in land reclamation for planting and forestry, environmental issues, water conservation, recreational agriculture, tourism, employment of new émigrés, research/development, and building the Negev.

Helps support social, educational and recreational programs and facilities for Israeli soldiers and their families. Today's support includes building, maintaining and operating 17 modern facilities, establishing and renovating hundreds of clubrooms and fitness rooms on IDF bases and the constant care for every IDF soldier.

New Israel Fund 703 Market St., Ste. 1503 San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 543-5055 Fax: (415) 543-6066 sf@nif.org www.nif.org Co-regional directors: Orli Bein, Becky Buckwald

Finance Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

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Scholarships for teens and college-aged students for study, long-term programs and organized teen trips in Israel.

Dedicated to strengthening democracy in Israel by protecting human/civil rights, promoting religious pluralism, improving the status of women, fostering Israeli Arab-Jewish equality and coexistence, and pursuing environmental justice.

Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 121 Steuart St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-0411/ (415) 512-6214 Fax: (415) 495-2753 info@sfjcf.org www.sfjcf.org Chief Philanthropic initiatives officer: Roberta Catalinotto Supports projects that strengthen Israeli society and promote the long-term wellbeing of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state through donations to the federation’s campaign and endowment fund. Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 318-6405/ Fax: (510) 839-3996 sean@jfed.org www.jfed.org Israel Center director: Riva Gambert

State of Israel Bonds/Development Corporation for Israel* 4500 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ste. 355 Tempe, AZ 85282 (800) 229-4324/ Fax: (480) 948-7413 phoenix@israelbonds.com www.israelbonds.com Field representative: Bob Leve Executive director: Leor Ziv. Investment dollars are utilized to finance key infrastructure projects critical to Israel's future. Purchase for IRA accounts, trusts and gifts.Member FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority), SIPC (Securities Investor Protection Corp.)

The California -Israel Chamber of Commerce 440 North Wolfe Rd. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (408) 343-0917 Fax: (408) 343-1197 info@ca-israelchamber.org www.ca-israelchamber.org Executive director: Shuly Galili Non-profit organization that promotes and facilitates trade and investment between California and Israel.

Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 200 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033/ Fax: (408) 356-0733 www.jvalley.org President: Steve Green CEO: Jyl Jurman Annual campaign raises funds to support 25 beneficiary agencies locally, in Israel and elsewhere overseas. Jewish National Fund San Francisco Regional Office (415) 677-9600/ (888) JNF-0099 hellis@jnf.org Adm. assistant: Helene Ellis *advertisers

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Film & Video Battat Educational Resource Center Bureau of Jewish Education 639 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-6983 x135/ (415) 668-1816 battatcenter@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org Director: Michael Lederman Collection of over 1,000 films available on video and DVD, including the Jewish Heritage Video Collection and Israeli films; available to schools and community organizations. Center for Jewish Living & Learning and Media Center 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-2900 x256 Fax: (510) 839-3996 marilyn@jfed.org www.jfed.org Contact: Marilyn Kinch Extensive video lending library including Jewish, history and holidays, Holocaust, mitzvot, social action, drama, ethics and disabilities. Available to schools and community organizations. East Bay International Jewish Film Festival Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay 300 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 318-6453/ cell: (925) 895-3605 Fax: (510) 839-3996 riva@jfed.org www.eatbayjewishfilm.org Contact: Riva Gambert Annual Jewish film festival presents Israeli and other Jewish-themed films at local theaters. Presented by the Jewish Federation of the East Bay and the Jewish Community Foundation. 120

Jewish Community Library Bureau of Jewish Education 1835 Ellis St., San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 567-3327/ (415) 567-4542 library@bjesf.org www.bjesf.org/library.htm Director: Howard Freedman Reader services librarian: Rose Katz

Annual film festival featuring documentaries to drama, portraying Jewish life internationally. Films screen at theaters in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, from September through December.

San Francisco Jewish Film Festival 145 Ninth St., Ste. 200 San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 621-0556/ Fax: (415) 621-0568 jewishfilm@sfjff.org www.sfjff.org Contacts: Peter L. Stein, Owen Levin

Sunday Cinema Film Series Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522) Fax: (650) 378-2799 esaliman@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Program coordinator: Ellen Saliman Best of Jewish-themed films, created by provocative and cutting-edge filmmakers. Series features award-winning documentaries, dramas and cinematic gems.

The first and still the largest Jewish film festival in the world, the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival takes place every summer throughout the Bay Area.

Periodicals

Hundreds of DVDs and videotapes on a wide range of subjects, including Israeli feature films and documentaries, all available free to the public.

Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201, Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 899-6013/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 margalit@svjff.org www.svjff.org Contact: Margalit Raviv Annual series held in the fall features award-winning international films and documentaries on Israel, Jewish heritage, mystery and tradition. Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival Jewish Community Center Sonoma County Mail to: 1301 Farmers Lane, #C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 JCC office: (707) 528-4222 Film Festival office: (707) 526-5538 Fax: (707) 528-4288 office@jccsoco.org www.jccsoco.org

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Most Jewish organizations, agencies and synagogues publish newsletters on a regular basis. U.C. Berkeley, U.C. Davis and U.C. Santa Cruz publish student newspapers. Please contact individual organizations for information.

WEEKLY j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California* (formerly the Jewish Bulletin of Northern California) 225 Bush St., Ste. 1480 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 263-7200 Fax: (415) 263-7223 info@jweekly.com www.jweekly.com Editor/publisher: Marc S. Klein Associate publisher: Nora Contini *advertisers

Bay Area’s weekly Jewish publication. Local, national and international events, with analyses of trends in the Jewish community. Circulation: 19,000. Subscriptions: $46.50/year. For a free 4-week subscription, e-mail subscriptions@jweekly.com.

MONTHLY New Life Russian Émigré Bulletin Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1275 (415) 292-1239 Fax: (415) 276-1554 newlife@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/newlife Editor: Svetlana Kristal Business manager: Yanina Nemirovskaya Russian-language bulletin that helps Bay Area Russian Jewish émigrés adapt to Jewish American life. Annual circulation to nearly 4,000 subscribers.

BIMONTHLY Jewish Community News of Silicon Valley Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 200 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3033 Fax: (408) 356-0733 jcn@jvalley.org www.jvalley.org Editor: Cecily Ruttenberg Four-color newspaper delivered to 8,000 Jewish homes in Silicon Valley. Published six times yearly and includes a comprehensive datebook of Jewish events in Silicon Valley.

A Jewish Perspective KRON-TV (Channel 4) 109 Spinnaker Point Dr. San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 485-5601 jewishtvsf@yahoo.com Producer: Suzan Berns Airs monthly Sunday at 5:30 a.m. on KRON-TV, Channel 4, with host Rabbi Henry Shreibman. Highlights issues and events of interest to the Jewish community. Mosaic CBS-5 109 Spinnaker Point Dr. San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 485-5601 jewishtvsf@yahoo.com Producer: Suzan Berns Airs Sundays at 5 a.m. on CBS-5, Channel 5. Jews, Catholics and Protestants rotate weeks. Jewish segment host Rabbi Eric Weiss focuses on culture and religious and community issues.

Websites BayJews webmaster@BayJews.org www.BayJews.org Contact: Jason Moses Portal to Bay Area Jewish life: Activity partner, employment, event, housing, minyan, organization, profile, and volunteer project listings. Subscribe for free daily or weekly customized emails.

Jewish Media

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For television listings of programs of Jewish interest, see the weekly TV & Radio section of j. the Jewish News Weekly of Northern California’s calendar.

Tikkun: A Bimonthly Jewish Critique of Politics Culture and Society 2342 Shattuck Ave., #1200 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 644-1200 Fax: (510) 644-1255 magazine@tikkun.org www.tikkun.org Managing editor: Dave Belden Internationally acclaimed political/cultural and spiritual magazine. Recent writers include Kim Chernin, Susannah Heschel, Rodger Kamenetz, Arthur Green, Jay Michaelson, Zaid Shakir, Josh Healey, Michael Lerner.

Radio & Television

PlanitJewish.com 1720 S. Amphlett Blvd., #110 San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 286-4400/ Fax: (509) 356-7653 sfbayarea@planitjewish.com bayarea.planitjewish.com CEO & president: Howard Brown Web content manager: Julie Snyder Advances participation, membership and volunteerism in the Jewish community, via an interactive Jewish community event calendar and personalization service that lists thousands of local and national Jewish events.

j. online j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California 225 Bush St., Ste. 1480 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 263-7200 (415) 263-7223 info@jweekly.com www.jweekly.com Editor/publisher: Marc S. Klein Weekly online edition of j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California. Free weekly e-newsletter. Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Ceremonial Objects CANDLESTICKS

MEZUZAH Holds the handwritten scroll on which passages from Deuteronomy are inscribed. Generally affixed to the frame of the front door, and often to other door frames in the home. A symbol of a Jewish home.

SEDER PLATE

Used for welcoming Shabbat and the festivals. A blessing is usually recited after the candles are lit.

Used to display the various symbols of Passover during the seder.

CHUPPAH

TALLIT

The Hebrew word for “protection,” a chuppah is a cloth supported by four poles held over the bride and groom during the marriage ceremony. Its boundaries symbolize the newlyweds’ new life and home together, while its lack of walls suggests the couple’s openness to family, friends and the community. See Chapter 14, Simchas & Celebrations, for sales and rental information.

Four-cornered prayer shawl whose tzizit, or knotted fringes, remind Jews of God’s omnipresence and commandments. The fringes are often white to symbolize purity.

KETUBAH A marriage contract, customarily signed before and read during the marriage ceremony.

KIDDUSH CUP On Shabbat and holidays, a blessing is recited over a cup of wine.

KIPPAH OR YARMULKE Worn to show reverence for God. May be worn during worship, study or eating. Some Jews wear a kippah at all times.

MENORAH (CHANUKIAH) The Hebrew word for candelabrum, a menorah, has six, seven or eight branches, and is often used as a Jewish symbol. An eight-branch menorah with an added space for a ninth candle—the shamash—is called a chanukiah and is used to kindle the lights during Chanukah. 122

TEFILLIN Small leather boxes worn around the head and arm during weekday morning prayers that contain the Sh’ma and other passages that serve to remind Jews of the mitzvot that bind them to God.

Museums & Galleries The Contemporary Jewish Museum* 736 Misson St. (between 3rd and 4th Sts.) San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 655-7800/ Fax: (415) 655-7815 info@thecjm.org www.thecjm.org Director & CEO: Constance Wolf Dir. of marketing & comm.: Jen Morris Located in downtown San Francisco. Presents dynamic exhibitions and educational programs that explore contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history, art and ideas.

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Elizabeth S. and Alvin I. Fine Museum Congregation Emanu-El 2 Lake St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2535/ Fax: (415) 751-2511 www.emanuelsf.org Contact: Michelle Ackerman Exhibits works by Jewish artists and art of Jewish content. Can be viewed Monday-Friday, 1-3 p.m., or by appointment. Isaacs Gallery Osher Marin JCC 200 N. San Pedro Rd., San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8060/ (415) 444-8000 Fax: (415) 491-1235 JGreene@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Dir. of Center for Jewish Life: Joanne Greene Rotating art and photography exhibits celebrating Jewish life. Free exhibit openings with artist receptions. Check Website for details. Jewish Heritage Museum Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 648-2800 judygreif@hotmail.com www.rcjl.org Contacts: Judy Greif, Raine Rude Unique collection of Judaica that includes ritual objects, works on paper, sculpture, stained glass and poster art. Education is the primary mission. Includes displays of Jewish holiday celebrations and special exhibits. Sunday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Judah L Magnes Museum Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 549-6950 info@magnes.org www.magnes.org Director and chief curator: Alla Efimova Director of research and collections: Francesco Spagnolo *advertisers

Visual and Fine Arts Center Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Rd., Ste. 201 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 Fax: (408) 358-7311 lisacg@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Program coordinator: Lisa Ceile Gallery featuring local, national and Israeli artists and traveling exhibits of Judaica, often accompanied by lectures by the featured artist.

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Culture, Arts & Judaica

Changing exhibition gallery focusing on Jewish art and culture.

Art & Jewelry

Presents the history and the cultures of the Jews in California and the global Diaspora through objects, texts and archival documents. In 2011 moving to U.C. Berkeley. See Website for updates. Katz Snyder Gallery Jewish Community Center of S.F. 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1235 Fax: (415) 276-1550 arts@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Contact: Lenore Naxon

The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. JoyceJewishArt* 19281 Mountain Way Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 395-3783 (408) 564-1490 joycesteinfeld@gmail.com www.joycejewishart.com Contact: Joyce Steinfeld The artist has created her own font style for the Hebrew alphabet. She makes sculpture, jewelry, prints and cards, including Jewish mystical information, which describes the deeper meaning of the letters. Masha Archer* (415) 861-8157 Fax: (415) 487-1515 masha@masha.org www.masha.org Contact: Masha Archer

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Contemporary/ethnographic art-to-wear jewelry designs of ancient and modern components from throughout the world. Necklaces, earrings, bracelets and hair ornaments. At selected Saks Fifth Avenue stores nationwide and various galleries and museum shops.

Judaica, Books & Gifts Judaica also can be found at gift shops in synagogues and JCCs. The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Afikomen Judaica* 3042 Claremont Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 655-1977 Fax: (510) 655-3598 mail@afikomen.com www.afikomen.com Contact: Chaim Mahgel-Freidman Ritual objects for Shabbat and Jewish holidays, adult and children’s books, s’forim, handmade and traditional tallitot, ketubot, chuppah rental, jewelry, sterling silver, gifts and music. Alef Bet Judaica* 14103D Winchester Blvd. Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 370-1818 Fax: (408) 370-1896 alefbetjudaica@msn.com www.alefbetjudaica.com Contact: Nurit Sabadosh Books, music, videos, arts, ketubot, invitations, chuppot and gifts. Dayenu* 3220 California St. @ Presidio (at the JCCSF) San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 563-6563 shop@dayenu.com www.dayenu.com Contacts: Eva-Lynne Leibman Hiroko Nogami-Rosen Art and jewelry, tallitot, ketubot, gift registry, books, cards, silver kiddush cups and menorahs, mezzuzot, ritual and holiday items, music, toys, Ahava products; Irving’s Premium Challah on Fridays. 124

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Museum Store The Contemporary Jewish Museum 736 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 655-7888 www.thecjm.org Featuring contemporary Judaica, jewelry, children’s toys.

Genealogy Jewish Historical Society of Napa Valley P.O. Box 6753, Napa, CA 94581 (707) 251-9092/ (707) 259-5332 Fax: (707)255-6082 info@jhsnv.org www.JHSNV.org Contacts: Donna Mendelsohn, Zoe Kahn Cultural and historical Jewish programming. Commissioned book “Under the Vine and the Fig Tree: Jews of Napa Valley” by Lin Weber. Historical exhibit at Napa Valley Museum. San Francisco Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society P.O. Box 318214, San Francisco, CA 94131 (650) 964-9657 president@sfbajgs.org www.jewishgen.org/sfbajgs President: Jeremy Frankel Vice president: Rosanne Leeson Meets monthly, alternating in San Francisco, Los Altos Hills and Oakland. Speakers, programs and workshops. Publishes ZichronNote quarterly journal. See Website for current information. *advertisers

Culture, Arts & Judaica

Linden Tree Children’s Books & Recordings* 170 State St.Los Altos, CA 94022 (800) 949-3313 www.lindentreebooks.com Quality literature, parenting books and teacher books. Records, CDs and cassettes. Open Monday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Yiddish

Henry Hollander, Bookseller* 843 24th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 831-3228/ Fax: (415) 831-3226 boychik@hollanderbooks.com www.hollanderbooks.com Contact: Henry Hollander By appointment. The only large selection of used Jewish books in Northern California. Books in English, Hebrew, Yiddish and German. Online catalogs.

CLUBS JCCs, Lehrhaus Judaica and local colleges sometimes offer Yiddish classes. Contact individual organizations for further information. Contra Costa JCC Yiddish Group Contra Costa JCC 2071 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 938-7800/ Fax: (925) 937-0765 shoshanae@ccjcc.org www.ccjcc.org Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.. Experience mornings full of jokes and family stories. Socialize with friends, enjoy sing-alongs and gather for Yiddish history.

RESOURCES

KlezCalifornia* 1728 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94703 (415) 789-7679 info@klezcalifornia.org www.klezcalifornia.org Executive director: Judy Kunofsky President: Gerry Tenney Yiddish culture celebrations, connections. Music, song, dance, theater, language, literature (translation, reading, discussion), folk arts festivals. All ages, backgrounds participate. Collaborates with JCCs, shuls, schools. Kutner Yiddish Resources 1128 Tanglewood Way San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 349-6946 www.derbay.org fishl@derbay.org Contact: Philip Kutner der bay International Anglo-Yiddish Newsletter that lists all Yiddish activ ties in the Bay Area as well as national ad international calendars of Yiddish events. Directories Kutner Yiddish Resources Lists teachers, clubs, klezmer bands, pen pals, translators, and Yiddish resources. National Yiddish Book Center —Book Zamler Collects and preserves books written in Yiddish. Over 1 million rare and Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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out-of-print books have been rescued, preserved and distributed to univers ties and other organizations. The Yiddish Network (TYN) Network of Yiddish contacts and extensive calendar of all Yiddish activ ties happening each month in 136 U.S. cities and 35 other countries.

Performing Arts Most JCCs have theater, music, dance, comedy and film presentations. See Chapter 4 for contact information. Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Arts & Dialogues at the Oshman Family JCC* Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8699/ Fax: (650) 852-3604 boxoffice@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org/arts Contact: Katie Chapin Discover the South Peninsula’s newest arts venue, offering internationally acclaimed performers and authors in a stimulating season of music, drama, dance, lectures, art and more. Eugene & Elinor Friend Center for the Arts Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1235/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 lnaxon@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org Director: Lenore Naxon Experience an extraordinary variety of vibrant personalities and performers: music, dance, film, comedy and cabaret. Richard & Rhoda Goldman Center for Adult Living & Learning Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1209 blane@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/arts Dir. of lectures & literature: Barbara Lane Enlightening conversations and events with renowned authors, chefs, artists, media personalities, filmmakers, politicians, critics, educators and thinkers whose ideas are reshaping our world. 126

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The Jewish Theatre San Francisco Theater: 470 Florida St. Mailing address: 499 Alabama St., #127 San Francisco, CA 94110 Administration: (415) 522-0786 Fax: (415) 255-0145 akilah@tjt-sf.org www.tjt-sf.org Executive director: Sara Schwartz Geller Artistic director: Aaron Davidman TJT creates and presents plays inspired by the Jewish experience that make the culture resonant and meaningful to the diverse communities of the Bay Area. Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 For tickets: (415) 444-8000 Fax: (415) 491-1235 lbolt@marinjcc.org www.marinjcc.org Managing director: Linda Bolt Year-round performances featuring singer/songwriters, concerts, eclectic music, conversations with authors, spotlights on up-and-coming performers. Summer evening outdoor concerts. National Jewish Theater Festival San Francisco/Bay Area (877) 456-4940/ (408) 404-7711 Fax: (408) 404-7710 education@njtf.org www.njtf.org Contacts: Scott and Shannon Guggenheim Home of “The MeshugaNutcracker!,” the Chanukah musical comedy hit, NJTF is a professional theater company with over two decades of experience providing quality “edutainment” to communities, schools and families. Peninsula Jewish Community Center 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522) / Fax: (650) 378-2799 kgordon@pjcc.org www.pjcc.org Cultural arts director: Kimberly Gordon Lecture series, award-winning art gallery, concerts, author readings, renowned performers, cultural events and much more Taube-Koret Center for Jewish Peoplehood Jewish Community Center of S.F. 3200 California St., San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1272/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 czawatsky@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/arts JCCSF chief program officer: Carole Zawatsky *advertisers

To Life! A Jewish Cultural Street Festival Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8606 / Fax: (650) 852-3600 info@paloaltojcc.org Comm. events dir.: Amy Grossmann This fun-filled day for all ages includes live entertainment, community organizations, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, Judaica and fine art, music and food.

Music & Choruses Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. East Bay Jewish Folk Chorus Jewish Music Resource Center (JMRC) 921 Everett St., El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 528-8872 mail@nigunim.org www.nigunim.org Contact: Achi Ben Shalom Founded in 2000, meets weekly at the JCC of the East Bay. Sings and performs Jewish folk, liturgical, and modern songs in Hebrew, Ladino and Yiddish. HaShirim 1351 Harker Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 321-4262 alpodell@gmail.com www.hashirim.org President: Allen Podell Community chorale sings Jewish music: secular, religious, modern, ageless. Entertains at festivals, synagogues, JCCs and senior homes. Meets Monday nights at Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills. Jewish Folk Chorus of San Francisco Mail to: P.O. Box 590987 San Francisco, CA 94159 (510)220-6325 mailbox@jewishfolkchorussf.org www.jewishfolkchorussf.org President: Gail Rubman *advertisers

Jewish Music Festival* JCC of the East Bay 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 x126 Fax: (510) 848-0170 eleanors@jcceastbay.org www.jewishmusicfestival.org Director: Ellie Shapiro

March/July 2010. The 25th Jewish Music Festival. Featuring a diverse selection of Jewish music from around the world. Concerts throughout the Bay Area. Yiddish Choristers Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8605 hstein@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Musical director: Karen Bergen Enjoy an opportunity to sing in Yiddish, Hebrew, Ladino and English. Group performs at local Jewish events. Meets Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.

Folk Dancing EAST BAY Cafe Simcha (Israeli Folk Dancing) Arlington Community Church 52 Arlington Ave. Kensington, CA 94707 (510) 525-2706 dpbergen@gmail.com www.cafesimcha.org Contacts: David Bergen Wednesday evenings: 8-9:15 p.m. teaching; requests until 11:30 p.m. $5. Dance parties every 5th week.

MARIN/NORTH BAY Israeli Folk Dancing Osher Marin JCC 200 North San Pedro Rd. San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ (415) 444-8062 Fax: (415) 491-1235 www.marinjcc.org Israeli folk dance class for fun and exercise. Thursdays, Beginners 10:15-11:30 a.m. Intermediates 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Israeli Folk Dancing in Santa Rosa Congregation Beth Ami 4676 Mayette Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-4874 (707) 360-3000 office@bethamisr.org Contact: Leanne Schy Welcoming group, varying levels, lots of fun. Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Cafe Kineret Sunnyvale Recreation Center Mail to: 153 Race St. San Jose, CA 95126 550 East Remington Sunnyvale, CA 94086 (408) 287-9999 Fax: (408) 549-9966 loui@louitucker.com www.louitucker.com Contact: Loui Tucker Mondays: 7:30-8:30 p.m. beginners; 8:30-9 p.m. advanced; 9-11:30 p.m. recreational dancing. $6. Sababanights! 625 Hamilton Ave. (at Webster) 2nd Floor, Fellowship Hall Palo Alto, CA 94301 (408) 828-0520 sababadance@yahoo.com Contact: Shirley Burr Thursdays 8:15 p.m. intermediate/ advanced lessons; 9-midnight open dance and requests. Spacious wooden dance floor. $8 general.

Sports Jewish Sports Hall of Fame of Northern California 4200 Indigo Oak Ct. San Jose, CA 95121 (408) 374-1600 Fax: (408) 274-9200 gary@ppgevents.com www.jshofnc.org Contact: Gary Wiener Recognizes distinguished achievement of Northern California Jewish sports figures, provides support for needy (Jewish) athletes, and places books on Jewish sports history in libraries. Facilitates Jewish Heritage Nights with local professional sports teams.

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Street Festival

Over 80 years of singing and performing primarily Yiddish folk music, also Ladino, Hebrew, and Russian songs. Meets in San Francisco on Tuesday nights.

Forum for experiencing Jewish culture and thought in surprising ways. Features performances, lectures, discussions, holiday programs, seminars, meditation, travel and the annual BookFest.

Banquet & Sanctuary Facilities Some of the following facilities can host kosher events; many do not do so exclusively. We strongly advise our readers who keep kosher to verify the kashrut status and supervision in each case. Many synagogues and JCCs have sanctuary and banquet facilities available. Please check with the individual organizations regarding kosher availability. See also Chapter 4, Religious Life & Congregations, and Chapter 5, Agencies & Organizations. The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

SAN FRANCISCO Congregation Beth Sholom* 301 14th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221 - 8736, ext. 105 BJones@bethsholomsf.org www.bethsholom.org Events Coordinator: Beth Jones Stunning modern synagogue/ event facility perfect for small or large weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, and special parties. State-of-the-art kosher-only kitchen, A/V sound system and lighting. Congregation Sherith Israel* 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720/ Fax: (415) 673-9439 crice@sherithisrael.org www.sherithisrael.org Contacts: Gabi Moskowitz, Nancy Drapin 128

Historic sanctuary and completely remodeled banquet hall available for celebrations, conferences, fundraisers, business meetings or memorials. Service includes experienced event consultant. Ample parking nearby. Hotel Kabuki* 1625 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 614-5416 rbacon@jdvhotels.com www.hotelkabuki.com Contact: Richard Bacon Well-designed facilities for events from 10 to 500 guests; kosher catering available. Knowledgeable seasoned event planner specializing in all traditional and contemporary Jewish celebrations. Near Upper Fillmore, Pacific Heights and Laurel Village. Award- winning cuisine and plenty of affordable parking at location. Jewish Community Center of San Francisco* Special Events and Catering 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1269 Fax: (415) 276-1550 privateevents@jccsf.org www.jccsf.org/privateevents Private events manager: Valerie Rocklin

Located in the heart of Union Square, the historic and elegant hotel is an impressive setting for any personal celebration. With catering handled by Scalaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bistro, this renowned San Francisco landmark can accommodate up to 230 guests for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners or anniversary parties. Catering specialists help create an event that will be enchanting, unique and most of all, memorable.

EAST BAY Berkeley Faculty Club * University of California Berkeley, CA 94720-6050 (510) 540-5678 Fax: (510) 540-6204 kenna@berkeleyfacultyclub.com www.berkeleyfacultyclub.com Contact: Kenna Richards Since 1902, the club has been a site for meetings, bar/bat mitzvahs, anniversary parties, class reunions, retreats, retirement dinners and weddings. Guests are welcome to stay overnight in the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hotel. The full catering service handles all the food and beverages, menus are offered for every type of event, from a brunch buffet to a formal sit-down dinner.

Enjoy a warm welcome and friendly service in a cosmopolitan center. The premiere location for a meeting, conference, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah or fundraiser. Catering kitchens, audiovisual and parking.

Beth Chaim Congregation* 1800 Holbrook Dr. Danville, CA 94506 (925) 736-7146 Fax: (925) 736-7145 admin@bethchaim.com www.bethchaim.com

Sir Francis Drake Hotel * 450 Powell Street San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 395-8509 Catering@sirfrancisdrake.com

Celebrate special life events in an attractive sanctuary and outside on the large patio, overlooking the stunning, rolling hills of the San Ramon Valley.

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Brazilian Room* East Bay Regional Park District Tilden Regional Park Berkeley, CA 94708 (888) EBPARKS Fax: (510) 845-3612 brazil@ebparks.org www.brazilianroom.org Contact: Michael McNally East Bay Regional Parks offers four rental sites all located in different East Bay parks. Each venue has its own special uniqueness with indoor and outdoor capabilities. Kosher available.

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Chabot Space & Science Center * 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 336-7373/ Fax: (510) 336-7491 rentals@chabotspace.org www.chabotspace.org Contact: Marketing & events coordin. Indoor/outdoor venues from private rooms to entire facility; theater, planetarium and telescopes for bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, corporate banquets, team building, meetings, anniversaries, reunions and receptions. Virtual tour at www.chabotspace.org.

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The Claremont Resort and Spa* 41 Tunnel Rd. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 843-3000 www.claremontresort.com Contact: Catering

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With everything from catered cuisine prepared by world-class chefs to flower arrangements that have been admired since the 1940s, the Claremont offers rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, bar/bat mitzvahs and receptions for hundreds of guests, plus honeymoons creating the ideal start to a new life together. Crow Canyon Country Club* 711 Silver Lake Dr. Danville, CA 94526 (925) 735-5700 Fax: (925) 735-6516 stacy.manzo@ourclub.com www.crow-canyon.com Events director: Stacy Manzo Over 15,000 square feet of flexible event space open to the public. Seating from 50 to 300. Views of golf course, outdoor patio and ceremony site. See Website for virtual tour.

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Hacienda de las Flores* 2100 Donald Dr. Moraga, CA 94556 (925) 376-2520 Fax: (925) 376-2034 www.moragahacienda.com Contact: Rec. and Facilities Coord. Tranquil and secluded, offering a garden environment for special events in the East Bay. Accommodates 200 guests outdoors or 100 for a seated meal indoors. The Pavilion seats 50 inside and has an outdoor capacity of 150.

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Hilton Concord* 1970 Diamond Blvd. Concord, CA 94520 (925) 827-2000/ Fax: (925) 827-2113 sales@concordhilton.com www.concord.hilton.com Contact: Sales & catering department For an elegant wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, or other special gatherings, the 8,832 sq. ft. ballroom and beautiful outdoor fountain atrium make an ideal venue. Special rates for friend/family with 325 rooms and six suites. A professional staff assists in making an event exceptional.

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Oakland Marriott City Center* 1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607 www.marriott.com/oakdt Contact: Sales and catering department Accommodates wishes and family traditions for ceremonies, offering venues to make your wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, rehearsal dinner, or corporate event the way the client wants. The Terrace Room at Lake Merritt* 1800 Madison St., Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 903-3580/ Fax: (510) 832-7150 efriedman@lakemerritthotel.com www.lakemerritthotel.com Catering manager: Elizabeth Friedman

The Palm Ballroom located at the Seafood Peddler* 100 Yacht Club Drive San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 460-6669/ Fax: (415) 460-6554 www.seafoodpeddler.com lisa@seafoodpeddler.com Sales event manager: Lisa Morningstar Located in scenic Marin County, the Palm Ballroom is an ideal venue for any event. Weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries and graduations. The banquet rooms can accommodate events ranging in size from 40-350 people. Ample free parking.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center* Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7402 info@svjcc.org www.svjcc.org Bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, parties, meetings, conferences, performances, and gatherings of all sizes. Meeting rooms, gymnasium, auditorium. Auditorium seats 275 banquet style and 450 theater style. Congregation Etz Chayim* 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto, CA 94306-0657 (650) 813-9094/ Fax: (650) 813-9024 office@etzchayim.org www.etzchayim.org Contact: Irv Duchovny *advertisers

Hiller Aviation Museum* 601 Skyway Road San Carlos, CA 94070 (650) 654-0200 ext. 205 lanie@hiller.org www.hiller.org Contact: Lanie Agulay The museum features exhibits of past and future aviation. Facility available for bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, meetings, and receptions accommodating 5-500 guests.

The Westin Palo Alto* 675 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 321-4422/ Fax: (650) 462-2937 cgerstner@PAHotel.com www.westin.com/paloalto Contact: Sales & catering department

Oshman Family JCC* 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8612 / Fax: (650) 852-3600 lplafker@paloaltojcc.org www.paloaltojcc.org Facilities rental manager: Linda Plafker Offering state-of-the art facilities for events ranging from indoor/outdoor pool parties to banquets, private concerts, rehearsal space and corporate meetings. Pacific Athletic Club* 200 Redwood Shores Parkway Redwood City, CA 94065 (650) 593-1112 planyourevent@pacclub.com www.pacclub.com Contact: Catering office The dining room is surrounded by floorto-ceiling windows, overlooking a manicured lawn and floral courtyard. Indoor and outdoor facilities for bar/bat mitzvah ceremonies and weddings. 50-240 guests. Sheraton Palo Alto* 625 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 328-2800/ Fax: (650) 462-2937 cgerstner@pahotel.com www.sheraton.com/paloalto Contact: Catering department Indoor and outdoor facilities for bar/bat mitzvahs and social events. Accommodates 75-350. Special bar/bat mitzvah rates available. Sofitel San Francisco Bay* 223 Twin Dolphin Drive Redwood Shores, CA 94065 (650) 598-9000/ Fax: (650) 598-9383 teresa.martin@sofitel.com wwwsofitel-sanfrancisco-bay.com.com Contact: Catering department

Elegant facilities for weddings, banquets and meetings. Seating up to 80 people. Restaurant and cocktail lounge.

Lodging The following listing is provided as a courtesy to our advertiser. Stanford Terrace Inn* 531 Stanford Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 857-0333/ Fax: (650) 857-0343 bpressman@stanfordterraceinn.com www.stanfordterraceinn.com General manager: Barbara Pressman Across the street from Stanford, within walking distance from Congregation Emek Beracha, offering complimentary T1 Internet access, shuttle service, Continental breakfast and an exceptional guest experience.

Chuppah Miracle Chuppahs* San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 516-5050/ Fax: (415) 668-0707 info@miraclechuppahs.com www.miraclechuppahs.com Contact: Vlad Leykin Different styles of chuppahs available, or they can be custom-designed. Company guarantees productsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; quality and uniqueness. Under the Chuppah* (510) 427-4210 carolattia@gmail.com www.underthechuppahonline.com Contact: Carol Attia Custom chuppahs for rental or sale; delivery, set-up and dismantling included. Eleven bridal accessories include mazel tov bags, ring pillows, table and cloth, aisle runners, hora chairs.

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Contemporary, yet elegant European-style guest rooms with indoor and outdoor facilities for bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings and social events up to 400 people.

Full-service Art Deco landmark, spectacular views of Lake Merritt. Conference and banquet facilities for 25-230. Catering for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and all simchas.

Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai mitzvah, weddings, and gatherings of all sizes in recently renovated sanctuary, social hall, meeting rooms, kasherable kitchen and gardens. Ample parking.

Ketubot & Invitations

Invitations for bar/bat mitzvahs and weddings, birth and moving announcements, holiday cards, gifts, greeting cards and envelope addressing. Personalized service and discounted prices.

For retail stores that sell ketubot, invitations and other Hebrew calligraphy items, see Judaica, Gifts & Books in Chapter 13, Culture, Arts & Judaica.

Music & Entertainment

The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

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Ketubahworks* (650) 938-3939/ Fax: (413) 639-1171 info@ketubahworks.com www.ketubahworks.com Contact: Melissa Dinwiddie Ketubot and other calligraphic artworks, both prints and original commissions. Also custom Torah mantles, calligraphic manuscript books, and classes in calligraphy and book arts. Ketubot by Naomi* 1518 Excelsior Ave. Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 530-2210/ Fax: (510) 530-1098 Nomiteplow@aol.com www.ketubotbynaomi.com Contact: Naomi Teplow Creating ketubot and illuminated manuscripts since 1983. Style is influenced by old European manuscripts and Persian miniatures with their strong, rich colors, detailed natural scenes and elaborate floral and geometrical designs. Her medium is primarily gouache on paper or parchment. Paper Pizzazz!* (650) 858-0771/ Fax: (650) 858-0772 paperpizzazz@pacbell.net www.paperpizzazz.invitations.com www.sendoutcards.com/paperpizzazz Contact: Frosty Gross

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The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Adama* (510) 528-8872 mail@achibenshalom.com www.adamamusic.net Provides authentic and energetic Jewish music from around the world, including: klezmer, Ladino, Israeli, Middle Easter, Yiddish, Chassidic and contemporary American-Jewish songs. The band can also lead Israeli folk dancing. Alan Waltz Entertainment* (408) 243-4931/ (650) 544-8590 www.alanwaltz.com Serving the entire Bay Area with world class b’nai mitzvah entertainment. Interactive dancers, games, prizes, lighting, video screens, dance stages, karaoke, photo booths. Personal service, competitive pricing. California Klezmer* 318 Athol Ave. Oakland, CA 94606 (510) 465-7911 gtenney@earthlink.net Contact: Gerry Tenney Klezmer and Yiddish music, international Israeli, rock and roll, swing. Weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, concerts, children’s program, anniversaries.

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Denon & Doyle Entertainment* (800) 944-9585 Fax: (925) 827-3308 dan@djay.com www.djay.com General manager: Dan Ohrman The Bay Area’s popular disc jockey company with over 24 years experience in weddings, corporate events and bar/bat mitzvahs. Joel Nelson Productions* (800) 578-5780/ (408) 446-5000 Fax: (408) 446-5964 info@joelnelson.com www.joelnelson.com Over 20 years experience, including 5,000 bar/bat mitzvahs and 8,000 weddings. Full-service agency for every event. Top emcees, DJs and bands. Free consultation. Jubilee Klezmer Ensemble* (707) 762-1070 info@jubileeklezmer.com www.jubileeklezmer.com Contact: Paul Alexander Lively and soulful Jewish music. Performing traditional klezmer and Israeli dance music, swing and old standards. Simchas, weddings, b’nai mitzvah, secular and sacred celebrations, concerts and lecture demonstrations. Mikel Estrin Haimish Music* (510) 276-6764 moish@haimishmusic.com www.haimishmusic.com J. Reader’s Choice klezmer winner for an upcoming simcha. Jewish and international favorites for schmoozing, dancing and marking treasured moments. Groups of 2-8 musicians featuring traditional instruments playing klezmer, Israeli, Greek, Russian, Latin and more.

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Music to Go* San Francisco Conservatory of Music 50 Oak St. San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 503-6258 Fax: (415) 503-6299 www.sfcm.edu/musictogo Contact: Elizabeth Lowry Fine music at a great price. Choose from string quartets, guitar/flute duets, vocalists, pianists and more. Listen to demos online.

The Red Hot Chachkas* P.O. Box 36 Lagunitas, CA 94938 (415) 488-9125 www.redhotchachkas.com Contact: Julie Egger Award-winning klezmer fusion. Featured with San Francisco Symphony. Blend of klezmer, jazz, Latin and swing music with dance instruction. Customized simchas, children’s programs, concerts.

Party Planning The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Shindig* (510) 524-1415 diane@shindighome.com shindighome.com Owner: Diane Meltzer Whether the event is simple and intimate or big and lavish, Shindig’s goal is to help plan these momentous occasions to make them memorable and joyful happenings for clients and guests.

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Photos &Video The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Larry Brickman Photography* (707) 374-9909/ (408) 997-1542 larry@brickmanphotovideo.com www.larrybrickman.com Owner: Larry Brickman Award-winning photojournalism with an artistic flair. Serving the Greater Bay Area. Weddings, b’nai mitzvah, simchas. Moderate pricing. Gene Kosoy Photography* (415) 595-2752 gene@genekosoy.com www.genekosoy.com A full services photography studio, specializing in beautiful imagery for weddings and special events. We offer fine-art albums to truly capture that special day in your life. Cathleen Maclearie Photography & Design* (510) 848-6470 www.cathleenmaclearie.com Award-winning photographer and graphic designer. Photographs events with candid style. Design services include concept to printed piece. Logo design, brochures, menus, newsletters, business cards. Richard Mayer Photo * 1017 California Dr., Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 340-9904 RMayerPhoto@aol.com www.mayerphoto.com Natural light and spontaneous action are the key to stunning photographs. Personal service and artistic goal to make the day live forever. 138

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Markets & Kosher Food Some of the following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Mollie Stone’s Markets* San Francisco - Portola Dr. (415) 664-1609 San Francisco- California St. (415) 567-4902 San Bruno (650) 873-8075 Burlingame (650) 558-9992 San Mateo (650) 372-2828 Palo Alto (650) 323-8361 Sausalito (415) 331-6900 Greenbrae (415) 461-1164 Supermarket. Full line of kosher food products (including Cholov Yisroel products), grocery, dairy, frozen foods, wines and meat. Piedmont Grocery Company* 4038 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 653-8181 Contact: Dave Larson Meat, poultry, produce and wines from around the world. Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California Administrative office: 2520 Warring St., Berkeley, CA 94704-3111 Rabbinical office: 1227 Shepherd Ave., Fresno, CA 93720 (510) 843-8223/ (559) 351-2222 Fax: (510) 217-3596 kosher@norcalkosher.org www.norcalkosher.org Contacts: Rabbi Ben-Tzion Welton, Rabbi Levy Zirkind *advertisers

Kosher certification agency for restaurants, bakeries, food production and catering. Serves entire Northern California area. For all rabbinical questions regarding kashrut, call Rabbi Levy Zirkind.

Kosher Wineries Four Gates Vineyard and Winery Santa Cruz, CA (831) 457-2673 www.fourgateswine.com Contact: Benyamin Cantz Four Gates is perhaps the smallest kosher winery in the country. Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc are grown organically. Call to order wines. Hagafen Cellars* 4160 Silverado Trail Napa, CA 94558 (707) 252-0781 Fax: (707) 252-4562 Toll free: (888) 424-2336 info@hagafen.com www.hagafen.com Owner and winemaker: Ernie Weir Brands manager: Josh Stein Gold medal-winning Napa Valley varietal wines that are also kosher for Passover and the rest of the year. All wines mevushal, certified by the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. Retail sales, tours and tasting in tasting room in the heart of the Napa Valley.

Catering Some of the following offer kosher food. Please check with the caterer to be sure they meet kashrut requirements. The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. À la Provençal - French Kosher Catering* (415) 517-2450 andrea@alaprovencal.com www.alaprovencal.com Contact: Andrea Amaraggi Specializing in French kosher catering, using fresh fish, meats, vegetables, fruits, herbs and grains, all prepared deliciously and elegantly. Serving the entire Bay area. Avi-ously Delicious Catering* (415) 892-7685 Fax: (415) 892-1406 aviously@comcast.net www.aviouslydelicious.com Contact: Avi Cohen Kosher and non-kosher catering and elegant desserts for every type of occasion and budget. Full-service catering, offering a diverse selection of cuisines and desserts from around the world. Chef Tanya Nunes* Office: (650) 755-4488 Tanya@cheftanya.com www.cheftanya.com Owner: Tanya Nunes Meat, dairy or parve. Under rabbinical supervision of Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California.

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Dina’s Catering* 504 Yosemite Drive South San Francisco, CA 94080 (650) 827-1309 Fax: (650) 827-1706 dinaskoshercatering@yahoo.com Contact: Dina Man Kosher catering for all occasions, up to 500+ people. Offering menus for holiday events, brunches, luncheons, dinners, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and birthdays. Eatz Catering* 120 East Grand Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080 (650) 873-6297 x247 (650)303-0349 juanl@maxsworld.com www.maxsworld.com Contact: Juan Loeza A division of Max’s Restaurants, “Everything You've Always Wanted to Eat”® All-occasion catering: weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and more.

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Good and Plenty Catering and Planning* 2822 Russell St. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 548-1694 donna@goodandplentycatering.com goodandplentycatering.com Contact: Donna Weinberg Serving the Greater San Francisco Bay Area since 1985. Personalized attention for all celebrations, including weddings, graduations, dinners, cocktail parties, commitments, and bar and bat mitzvahs. Vegetarian menus available. La Méditerranée* 2210 Fillmore St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-2956 Fax: (415) 921-4061 information@cafelamed.com www.cafelamed.com Owner: Levon Der Bedrossian Manager: Alicia Vanden Heuvel Celebrating 29+ years specializing in award-winning Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Full-service catering and delivery available for get-togethers of all kinds. *advertisers

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Manna* 1459 Beach Park Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-6455 Fax: (650) 212-6410 www.milkandhoneycatering.com Contact: Deborah Kelman Kosher, dairy, vegetarian and fish. Cuisines of the Mediterranean Basin: North Africa, Southern Europe and the Middle East, in addition to Eastern European favorites. Drop-off to full service available. A division of Milk & Honey Catering, LLC. Supervised by Vaad Hakashrus. Milk & Honey Catering LLC* 1459 Beach Park Blvd. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-6455 Fax: (650) 212-6410 www.milkandhoneycatering.com Contact: Deborah Kelman Kosher, vegetarian, dairy and fish. Specializing in cuisines of the Mediterranean Basin: North Africa, Middle East and Southern Europe. Drop-off, set-up or full service available.

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Park Avenue Catering Co., Inc.* 591 Mercantile Dr. Cotati, CA 94931 (707) 793-9645 Fax: (707) 793-9874 www.parkavecaterer.com Contact: Fran Piotrkowski Known for exquisite food, service and attention to detail. Catering throughout San Francisco as well as the North, South and East Bay. Red Robin Caterers* 489 Magnolia Ave. Larkspur, CA 94939 (415) 924-0956 Full-service catering. Special events, corporate functions, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, customized menus. Schmoozerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ and Catering* 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7446 Contact: David Lanzarotto Kosher catering for vegetarian, dairy, fish, and meat meals. Special events, corporate functions and more. Under kosher supervision of Rabbi Joshua Berkenwald of Congregation Sinai, San Jose. 142

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Schumannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Four Seasons Catering & Kavod Glatt Catering* 2580C Wyandotte St. Mountain View, CA 94043 (650) 968-9308/ (650) 968-9320 Fax: (650) 968-0126 aschumann@sbcglobal.net www.sfscater.com Contacts: Frank Schumann Alfred Schumann Four Seasons: Kosher and non-kosher catering. Own kosher kitchen. Weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, luncheons, dinners and fundraising events. Kavod Glatt Catering: Glatt kosher catering for all occasions, specializing in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and fundraising events. Seltzer Sisters* (650) 369-4888 seltzer1sister@sbcglobal.net www.seltzersisters.com President: Kathryn Renz Celebrating 24 years of traditional, personalized seltzer delivery service to the Bay Area. Offers unique non-alcoholic beverage catering/Italian soda/fountain service. Available for home/office/catered events. Kosher.

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Too Caterers* 918 Industrial Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 322-4189/ Fax: (650) 322-1023 Cellular: (415) 828-2421 wendykleckner@yahoo.com www.toocaterer.com Manager: Wendy Kleckner Full-Service kosher catering. Orthodox supervision. Weddings, bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nai mitzvah, conferences. Creative design for the health-conscious; tradition with innovation. Three times voted best kosher caterer in Bay Area.

Restaurants Some of the following offer kosher food. Please check with the restaurant to be sure it meets kashrut requirements. Some of the following listing are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. Amba 6464 Moraga Ave., Montclair Village Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 339-8000 info@ambafalafel.com www.ambafalafel.com Kosher cuisine, featuring falafel, hummus, salad, fries. 144

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Holy Land Kosher Restaurant 677 Rand Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 272-0535 www.holylandrestaurant.com Contact: Miri Levy Wide variety of ethnic exotic homemade dishes. Cholent/hamin on Sunday. Grilled fish. Glatt kosher. Catering for all occasions. The Kitchen Table Restaurant 142 Castro St. Mountain View, CA 94041 (650) 390-9388 info@thekitchentablerestaurant.com www.thekitchentablerestaurant.com Artisanal kosher cuisine, skillfully crafted. With pickles barreled onsite, meats prepared in the restaurant’s smokehouse and local ingredients, the cuisine is an alchemy of Mediterranean, traditional kosher and slow-food fare.

Shangri-La Vegetarian Restaurant* 2026 Irving St. (between 21st and 22nd) San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 731-2548/ Fax: (415) 664-7802 wmsang88@aol.com Owner: William Sang Orthodox rabbinic supervision. Chinese vegetarian kosher. Tommy’s Joynt* 1101 Geary Blvd. (@ Van Ness) San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 775-4216/ Fax: (415) 775-3322 www.tommysjoynt.com Owner: Susie Katzman *advertisers

The following listings are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers. The Eloquent Oven, LLC* 475 N. Whisman Road, Suite 300 Mountain View, CA 94043 (408) 605-0578 susan@eloquentoven.com www.eloquentoven.com Contact: Susan Leitner Specialty cakes, pastries, and confections, dairy or parve, designed and created to order. Supervised by the Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California. Call for appointment. Grand Bakery* 3264 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 465-1110/ Fax: (510) 465-1110 Contact: Bob Jaffe Kosher challah, breads, sweets and savories. Cakes for all occasions. Custom large challahs. Vegetarian catering. Closed Mondays, Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Phone and fax orders accepted. Under supervision of the Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California. Pas Yisroel.

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Oakland Grill* 301 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 835-1176 Breakfast, gourmet sandwiches and salads, great atmosphere, attractive sidewalk dining, brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Please join us at Oakland Grill, our newest location. Catering available.

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Lakeshore Café* 3257 Lakeshore Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 832-4374 www.lakeshorecafe.net Contact: Nissan Saidian Join us for a meal on the patio. Serving a variety of foods, including eggs benedict, hamburgers, sandwiches and salads. American, Italian, seafood and vegetarian cuisine.

Open since 1947, Tommy’s features hand-carved meats, buffalo stew, over 100 beers from around the world and a full bar. Special rooms available for get-togethers and parties.

Have Your Cake* (650) 873-8488 www.haveyourcake.org Contact: Maralyn Tabatsky Distinctive kosher pastries. Specializing in customized cakes and dessert buffets for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and other occasions. Dairy or parve. Under strict supervision of Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi. Irving’s Premium Foods* (415) 683-3736 orders@irvprem.com www.irvprem.com Contacts: Shushannah Akin Irving Greisman Providing quality kosher challot made with fresh eggs and without preservatives or artificial ingredients. Delivery service available. Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in Northern California

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Audit and Tax Solutions CPAs, Inc. * Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 369-0480/ (415) 441-5660 (650) 343-3896 alon@ascpainc.com www.ascpainc.com Accounting, auditing, business consulting, financial statements, tax planning and preparation. Three locations: San Francisco, Burlingame and San Jose.

JoAnne Berlin * First Marin Realty 145 Lomita Dr., Mill Valley, CA 94941 (415) 380-4362 joanne@firstmarin.com Representing buyers and sellers in Marin County residential and investment properties. Top producer who offers knowledge, experience, and integrity as well as personal service to make your transaction a pleasure.

Insurance State Farm * Weitzen Agency 690 Monterey Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94127 (415) 585-5600/Fax (415) 585-5861 keith.weitzen.rd88@statefarm.com www.bayinsure.com Contact: Keith Weitzen, MBA Helps clients manage the risks of everyday life, and recover from the unexpected. Serving the bay area for 30+ years. Life, auto, home, commercial.

Law Offices Real Estate Law Offices of David L Roth * 1425 Leimert Blvd., Ste. 405 Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 482-6600/ Fax: (510) 482-6606 david@rothrealestatelaw.com Contact: David L. Roth, Esq. Real estate litigation and transactions. Boundary disputes, title disputes, construction disputes, commercial landlord/tenant disputes. Purchase/ sale contracts, leases drafted. 146

Judith Brickman* Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s People and Property 360 Diablo Road, Danville, CA 94526 judithbrickman@gmail.com www.JudithBrickman.com (925) 979-5059 Serving Lamorinda, Rossmoor, Walnut Creek, Alamo, Danville, Blackhawk, San Ramon, Dublin and Pleasanton for 20+years. Life member of Hadassah and ORT and supporter of Jewish Community Federation of the Greater East Bay. Certified residential specialist, seniors real estate specialist, e-PRO (certified Internet professional). Carol Carter, Seniors Real Estate Specialist* Coldwell Banker Certified Residential Specialist 10105 S. De Anza Blvd. Cupertino, CA 95014 (408) 218-3343 (650) 322-2219 ccarter@cbnorcal.com www.carolcartersellshomes.com Residential Realtor since 1978 serving Silicon Valley and lower Peninsula. Special interest in the needs of seniors. Member of Congregation Beth Am; married to Cantor Emeritus David Unterman.

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Katy Dinner Senior Marketing Consultant Realtor* Paragon Real Estate Group 1400 Van Ness San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 863-KATY (5289) Fax: (415)727-KATY (5289) Katy@863Katy.com www.KatyDinner.com Experienced strategist and negotiator who assists sellers and buyers of properties in every San Francisco neighborhood. When she is not selling real estate, you can find her volunteering, cycling and scuba diving. Marilyn and Larry Hertz The Hertz Team* Security Pacific Real Estate Services 1555 Riviera Ave., Ste. E Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 974-7622 www.hertzteam.com Serving Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, San Ramon and Walnut Creek. Jo-Ann Jacobson* Coldwell Banker 600 San Ramon Valley Blvd. Danville CA 94526 (925) 831-3325 jajacobson@aol.com Fine homes in Contra Costa. Vice president of Contra Costa Jewish Community Center. Member of Temple Isaiah. Licensed broker since 1976. California Department of Real Estate. DRE #: 00572385 *advertisers

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Shari Ornstein * Alain Pinel Realtors Palo Alto 578 University Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 543-1077/ Fax: (650) 323-1143 sornstein@apr.com www.shariornstein.com Serving buyers and sellers on the Peninsula since 1989. Seniors real estate specialist and certified residential specialist. Majority of business comes from past clients and referrals. Volunteer in the Jewish community.

Realty Advocates* 437 Alcatraz Ave., Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 428-0757/ Fax: (510) 428-2529 brett@RealtyAdvocates.com realtyadvocates.com Founders & managing brokers: Hal Feiger, Brett Weinstein California licensed real estate brokerage established in 1986. Members of the National Association of Realtors, the California Association of Realtors, and the Berkeley Association of Realtors, as well as the East Bay Regional Multiple Listing Service.

Sarah Schisler* Alain Pine Realtors 6211 La Salle Ave., 2nd Fl. Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 390-1330 Fax: (510) 899-8013 sarah@apr.com www.HousesBySarah.com Lived and worked in Rockridge, Montclair, and Piedmont. Honest and enthusiastic representation by a dedicated real estate professional. Susan Sims* Alain Pinel Realtors 167 S. San Antonio Rd. Los Altos, CA 94022 Office: (650) 209-1607 Cell: 650-743-1838 Fax: (650) 941-1411 ssims@apr.com www.susansimshomes.com Knowledgeable of Peninsula communities and schools. Dedicated to exceptional service. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philanthropy board member.

Security HighCom Security Services * (415) 834-1718/ (800) 935-4807 services@highcomsecurityservices.com www.highcomsecurityservices.com Contact: Greg Schneider Providing professional protective security services, products and systems. Services include facility and event security (simchas and celebrations). Cameras, recording equipment and access control systems for both commercial and residential uses sold and installed.

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Abraham’s Vision (415) 839-6889 116 Abrevaya, Cantor Hilda (415) 469-9697 18, 19* Acme Memorial Inc (650) 755-1117 28* Adama (510) 528-8872 136, 137* Adath Israel (415) 564-5665 30 Preschool (415) 759-1195 70 Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley (408) 358-3636 49*, 50, 123, 134*, 135 Camps 87 Center for Jewish Life and Learning 96*, 97 Early Childhood Development Center (408) 357-7417 75 Fun and Fitness with Friends 82 Teen Services Center 86 ADULT CLASSES 97 Afikomen Judaica (510) 655-1977 124* AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS 81 Ahabat Torah (408) 266-2342 42 Ahavas Yisroel-Lubavitch (650) 424-9800 41 Alef Bet Judaica (408) 370-1818 124, 125* Almaden Valley Torah Center (408) 445-1770 40 À la Provençal - French Kosher Catering (415) 517-2450 139, 143* Alternative Bris Support Group (831) 475-3313 21 Alumot (email only) 98 Amba (510) 339-8000 144 Am Echad (408) 267-2591 41 Chevra Kadisha 24 American Friends Hebrew University of Jerusalem I (925) 937-AFHU (2348) inside back cover*, 118 American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) (415) 989-4140 51, 92, 116* American Jewish Committee (415) 777-3820 51, 53* American Jewish World Service (415) 593-3280 55* Americans for Peace Now (APN) (510) 843-6732 116 Anshey Sfard (Congregation) (415) 752-4979 30 Anti-Defamation League (ADL) (415) 981-3500 52* AMIT (415) 664-6309 54*, 56 Aquarian Minyan (510) 981-2130 36*, 37 Archer, Masha 415-861-8157 123* Art & Jewelry 123 Audit and Tax Solutions CPAs, Inc. (650) 369-0480 146, 147* Avi-ously Delicious Catering (415) 892-7685 139, 142* Ayn Sof Kabbalah Community (email only) 45

Building Jewish Bridges: Outreach to Interfaith Couples (510) 845-6420 x11 45, 46* Bureau of Jewish Education (415) 751-6983 x109 61, 69, 82, 95 Battat Educational Resource Center (415) 751-6983 95, 120 Jewish Community Library (415) 567-3327 96, 120 Diller Teen Fellows (415) 751-6983 84 Shalhevet (415) 751-6983 85 BUSINESS & SERVICES 146 Byron Park (925) 937-1700 109*, 111

C Cafe Kineret (408) 287-9999 127 Cafe Simcha (Israeli Folk Dancing) (510) 525-2706 127 California-Israel Chamber of Commerce (The) (408) 343-0917 119 California Klezmer (510) 465-7911 136, 137* Cal State East Bay Center for Jewish Studies (email only) 92 CAMPS 86 Camp Kadima (925) 931-1055 86, 88* Camp Tawonga (415) 543-2267 45, 46*, 65, 66*, 89*, 90 CAREER COACHING & ADVISING 60 Carter, Carol (408) 218-3343 146, 147* CATERING 139 Cedar Creek Alzheimer’s and Demetia Care Center (408) 356-5636 111, 112* Center for Jewish Living & Learning (510) 839-2900 x256 69*, 95, 120 Department of Youth Services 83, 84 Koach l’Lamed l’Kulam 82 Chabad at Stanford (650) 494-3274 41, 92 Chabad by the Sea (831) 454-0101 44 Chabad Israeli Community of the Bay Area (415) 418-4768 118 Chabad Jewish Center, Berkeley (310) 402-1163 92 Chabad Jewish Center of Oakland and Piedmont (510) 545-6770 32 Chabad Jewish Center of Sonoma County (707) 577-0277 38 Chabad of Contra Costa (925) 937-4101 33 Camp Gan Israel 86 Chabad of Cupertino (408) 207-3648 41 Chabad of the East Bay (510) 540-5824 32, 67 Camp Gan Israel 86 Chabad of Greater South Bay (650) 424-9800 41* Camp Gan Israel of Silicon Valley (650) 539-5437 88* Torah Academy Preschool 78 Chabad of Marin (415) 419-2418 38 Gan Israel Preschool (415) 507-0460 74 Mikvah Chaya Mushka (415) 302-1165 22 Chabad of Mill Valley (415) 381-3794 38 Chabad of Monterey (831) 643-2770 45 Chabad of Napa Valley (707) 320-2348 38 Chabad of Noe Valley 415-648-8000 30 Preschool 70 Chabad of North Peninsula (650) 341-4510 41 Chai Preschool (650) 345-2424 74 Religious School for Special Needs 83 Chabad of SF (415) 668-6178 30 Gan Israel Camp (415) 831-8399 86 Chabad of San Jose (408) 358-5530 41 Chabad of Sunnyvale (408) 720-0553 41 Chabad of the Tri-Valley (925) 846-0700 32 Gan Chabad Preschool 72 Chabad Student Center of S Francisco (415) 874-5460 92 Chabot Space & Science Center (510) 336-7373 129, 131* Chadeish Yameinu (831) 429-6936 45 Chai House Inc (408) 947-1818 103*, 104 Chaparral Foundation (510) 848-8774 111*, 112 Chasdei Yosef (email only) 118 Chateau Cupertino (408) 446-4300 106*, 112 Chevra Thilim, Congregation (415) 752-2866 30 Chochmat HaLev (510) 704-9687 36*, 37 CHUPPAH 135 CIRCUMCISION 18 Claremont Resort and Spa (The)(510) 843-3000 130, 132*

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BAGELS & BAKERIES 145 Bais Menachem Day School (415) 831-8399 78 BANQUET & SANCTUARY FACILITIES 128 BAR & BAT MITZVAH 21 Bar Yohai Sefardic Minyan (408) 373 5287 42 Bay Area Hidden Children (650) 328-2516 57 Bay Area Holocaust Oral History Project (650) 299-0104 58 Bay Area Jewish Healing Center (BAJHC) (415) 750-4197 29, 23, 63*, 64, 65, 67 Kol Haneshama 67 Bay Area Jewish Singles Hiking Club (email only) 99 BayJews (email only) 121 Be’chol Lashon (415) 386-2604 52, 53* Camp 88 Beit Midrash Ohr Ha Chaim (510) 558-0536 37 Belmont Village of San Jose (408) 984-4767 9*, 110 Belmont Village of Sunnyvale (408) 720-8498 9*, 110 Ben-Gurion University of the Negev,American Associates (415) 927-2119 118 Berkeley Faculty Club (510) 540-5678 128, 131* Berlin, JoAnne (415) 380-4362 146, 147* Beth Abraham, Temple (510) 832-0936 33*, 35 Preschool (510) 763-7528 72, 73* Beth Am, Congregation (650) 493-4661 43* Gan Ami Early Childhood Program (650) 4665 x256 75

Beth Ami, Congregation (707) 360-3000 38, 39* Community Nursery School (707) 360-3030 73 Folk Dancing (707) 528-4874 127 Beth Chaim Congregation (925) 736-7146 36*, 37, 128, 130* Beth David, Congregation (408) 257-3333 42 Beth David Memorial Garden 27, 28* Beth El, Congregation (510) 848-3988 36, 34* 104 Camp Kee Tov (510) 848-2372 86, 87* Preschool (510) 848-9428 71 Tel Shalom Burial Association (510) 245-7401 Beth El, Temple (Salinas) (831) 424-9151 45 Beth El/JCC, Temple (831) 479-3444 45 Camp Kayetz 88 Chevra Kadisha 24 Home of Peace/Home of Eternity 28 Simcha Preschool (831) 479-3449 78 Beth Emek, Congregation (925) 931-1055 36, 104 Preschool 71 Beth Hillel, Temple (510) 223-2560 34*, 37 Beth Israel, Congregation (Berkeley) (510) 843-5246 33, 35* Gan Shalom Preschool (510) 848-3298 73 Beth Israel, Congregation (Carmel) (831)624-2015 45 Gan Hazikaron 28 Beth Israel-Judea, Congregation (415) 586-8833 31 Beth Jacob, Congregation (Redwood City) (650) 366-8481 42, 43* Preschool (650) 366-8481 74 Beth Jacob, Congregation (Oakland) (510) 482-1147 32* Chevra Kadisha 24 Gan Mah Tov (510) 530-2146 73* Mikvah 21 Beth Sholom, Congregation (San Francisco) (415) 221-8736 30*, 31 Banquet (415) 221-8736 128, 130* Keshet Chavurah 65, 98 Preschool 70 Beth Sholom of Napa Valley, Congregation (707) 253-7305 39*, 40 Beth Sholom, Temple (San Jose)(408) 978-5566 44 Beth Sholom, Temple (San Leandro) (510) 357-8505 Preschool (510) 357-7920 72 Beth Torah, Temple (510) 656-7141 37, 104 Gan Sameach Preschool (510) 357-7920 73 Beyt Tikkun (415) 575-1432 31 Birthright Israel NEXT (415) 848-2519 98, 116 BlueStarPR (415) 543-6300 115 Write On For Israel 86 B’nai B’rith (415) 456-0344 56 B’nai B’rith Camp (503) 244-0111 88, 90* B’nai B’rith Youth Organization (BBYO) 84, 85* B’nai Emunah, Congregation (415) 664-7373 31 B’nai Israel Cemetery (707) 762-0340 26 B’nai Israel, Congregation (707) 642-6526 40 B’nai Israel Jewish Center (707) 762-0340 38, 39* Preschool (707) 763-5136 74 B’nai Israel of Rossmoor, Congregation (925) 942-0892 35, 104 B’nai Shalom, Congregation (925) 934-9446 33* Preschool (925) 933-7633 72, 73* USY and Kadima (925) 934-9446 86 B’nai Tikvah, Congregation (925) 933-5397 35*, 36 B’nai Torah (Monterey) (831) 375-1818 45 B’nai Torah, Congregation (Antioch) (925) 754-2545 36 Board of Rabbis of Northern California (415) 369-2860 18, 29, 30* Book Bank USA (415) 479-7902 67 Brandeis Hillel Day School 76*, 78, 80 Marin Campus (415) 472-1833 San Francisco (415) 472-1833 Brickman, Judith (925) 314-4849 146, 147* Brickman, Larry Photography (707) 374-9909 138* Bridges to Israel - Berkeley (510) 525-3582 115 BRIT MILAH 19 Brit Shalom (415) 647-2687 21 Broadmoor (The) (415) 771-9119 13*, 111

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115 Coastside Jewish Community (650) 479-5252 44 Friends of Victims of Arab Terror (510) 336-2424 COLLEGE & ADULT EDUCATION 91 Friends of the Bureau of Jewish Education Jewish Community CONGREGATIONS (see congregation names) 30 Library (415) 567-3327 56 Consulate General of Israel (415) 844-7503 114 Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (408) 265-2278 119* Israeli House 118 Friendship Circle (The) 82 Contemporary Jewish Museum (The) (415) 655-7800 122, 123*, 125 Contra Costa JCC (925) 938-7800 49, 50*, 104 Millman Adult Day Program 101 Gan HaLev Jewish Congregation of the San Geronimo Valley Preschool 72 (415) 488-4524 40 Summer Camps 87 71 Yiddish Group 125 Garden of Eden Child Care (415) 420-5132 Generation to Generation (415) 460-5464 58 Contra Costa Jewish Day School (925) 284-8288 79* 125 CONVERSIONS 46 GENEALOGY 75*, 80 COUNSELING & SUPPORT 64 Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School (650) 494-8200 141, 142* Coventry Park (415) 921-1552 11*, 112 Good and Plenty Catering (510) 548-1694 Graduate Theological Union Richard S. Dinner Center for Cantorial and Rabbinic Assn. of Greater San Jose (408) 358-3033 18, 29 Jewish Studies (510) 649-2482 94* Crow Canyon Country Club (925) 735-5700 130, 131* Graduate Theological Union Library (510) 649-2500 97 CSU Chico (530) 898-6379 94 Grand Bakery (510) 465-1110 145* Curriculum Initiative (TCI)(The)(415) 221-2885 69 GRANTS AND FINANCIAL AID 61 Grief and Growing: NextSteps for Mourners (415) 750-4197 23, 65

Dayenu (415) 563-6563 DAY CAMPS DAY CARE DAY SCHOOLS & HIGH SCHOOLS Denon & Doyle Entertainment (800) 944-9585 Dina’s Catering (650) 827-1309 Dinner, Katy (415) 863-KATY (5289) DISABILITY SERVICES Dryan Family Mikvah (650) 493-5555

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E East Bay Council of Rabbis (510) 451-3263 18, 29 East Bay Kinderschul (510) 465-7911 83 East Bay Minyan (email only) 37 East Bay Regional Park District Brazilian Room (888) EBPARKS 129, 131* Eatz Catering (650) 873-6297 141, 143* Education Planner (650) 349-5239 94*, 95 EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES 69 Elders Inn/Waters Edge Lodge/Waters Edge Nursing Home (510) 748-9700 111*, 112 Eloquent Oven (The) (408) 605-0578 144*, 145 Emanu-El,Congregation (San Francisco)(415) 751-2535 31,102 Elizabeth S. and Alivin I. Fine Museum 122 Preschool 70* Emanu-El, Temple (San Jose) (408) 292-0939 44 Emanu-El Preschool (408) 293-8660 75 Home of Peace Cemetery 27, 28* Emek Beracha, Congregation (650) 857-1800 41, 44* Rabbinical Court for Jewish Divorce 23 Emeth, Congregation (408) 778-8200 43 EMIGRE SERVICES 59 Estrin, Mikel Haimish Music (510) 276-6764 136, 137* Etz Chayim, Congregation (650) 813-9094 42*, 44, 134*, 135

F Familial Dysautonomia Prevention and Education Program (510) 654-5882 64 Family Havurah (The)(415) 586-8265 98 FAMILY SERVICE AGENCIES 59 FEDERATIONS 47 Fernwood Cemetery and Funeral Home (415) 383-7100 26* FILM & VIDEO 120 FLAME (Facts and Logic about the Middle East) (415) 356-7801 115 FOLK DANCING 127 Forum at Rancho San Antonio (The)(650) 944-0100 108*, 112 Four Gates Vineyard and Winery (831) 457-2673 139

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H Habonim Dror Camp Gilboa (323) 375-0415 90* Ha-Makom, Congregation (707) 451-9140 38 HaShirim (650) 321-4262 127 Hacienda de las Flores (925) 376-2520 130*, 133 Hadassah - Central Pacific Coast Region (415) 771-5900 56* Hagafen Cellars (707) 252-0781 139, 141* Hatikvah (408) 379-0106 66 Have Your Cake (650) 873-8488 144*, 145 HEALTH 64 HEBREW AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 83 Hebrew Free Loan Association (415) 546-9902 62* Hebrew University of Jerusalem,American Friends of the (925) 937-AFHU (2348) inside back cover*, 118 Heritage Pointe Seniors’Apartments (The) (866) 847-1776 112, 113* Hertz, Team (The) (925) 974-7622 146, 147* HighCom Security Services (415) 834-1718 148* HILLELS 91 Berkeley (510) 845-7793 91 Chico (530) 879-0870 91 Davis and Sacramento (530) 756-3708 91 San Francisco (415) 333-4922 32, 91 Santa Cruz (831) 426-3332 45, 91 Stanford (650) 723-1602 44, 91 Silicon Valley (408) 286-6669 91 Sonoma County (707) 795-5464 91 Hiller Aviation Museum (650) 654-0200 132*, 135 Hills of Eternity Memorial Park (650) 755-4700 24*, 25 Hilton Concord (925) 349-2616 132*, 133 Hollander, Henry Bookseller (415) 831-3228 125* HOLOCAUST & TOLERANCE PROGRAMS 57 Holocaust Center of Northern California (HCNC) (415) 777-9060 58 Holocaust Memorial (415) 957-1551 58 Holy Land Kosher Restaurant (510) 272-0535 145 HOMELESS SUPPORT 66 Hotel Kabuki (415) 614-5416 128, 130*

I ISRAEL21c (818) 501-4900 115 Institute for Jewish & Community Research (415) 386-2604 52 Institute on Aging (IOA) (415) 750-4111 2*, 100 INTERFAITH PROGRAMS 45 Irving’s Premium Foods (415) 683-3736 145*

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Isaiah, Temple of Contra Costa County (925) 283-8575 34*, 37 Camp Kefli (925) 284-9191 86 Ganeinu Shabbat for Toddlers and Babies (925) 238-8575 x342 73 Gan Ilan (925) 284-8453 72 Israel Center of the JCF (415) 512-6237 62, 114, 115 Israel Project (415) 512-6438 92 MASA Israel Journey (415) 278-0646 114 Tzavta (415) 512-6438 99, 118 ISRAEL CONNECTIONS 114 Israel, Temple (510) 522-9355 37

J J Street (510) 524-1993 115 j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California (415) 263-7200 120, 121* Jacobson, Jo-Ann (925) 831-3325 146, 147 JCCs 48 JCC of the East Bay (510) 848-0237 50*, 67, Camp Tzofim 87* Center Stage Afterschool Program 82 Olam Yeladim (510) 530-9222 82 Preschool 73 Shir HaShirim 38 Jewish Arts & Culture School (510) 644-2956 83 Jewish Chaplaincy at Stanford University Medical Center (650) 723-3808 65 Jewish Coalition for Literacy (415) 957-1551 54*, 56 JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS 48 Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (415) 292-1200 49*, 81, 121 BJE Jewish Community Library (415) 292-1254 97 Brotherhood Way Preschool (415) 333-4289 71* Club 18 and GenSF Teen Program (415) 292-1281 84 Eugene & Elinor Friend Center for the Arts (415) 292-1235 126 Havurah Youth Center (415) 292-1210 81*, 82 Helen Diller Family Preschool (415) 292-1291 71* Hub (The) (415) 292-1267 98 Interfaith Connection (415) 292-1252 46 JEWISH HOLIDAYS 16 JCCSF Rabin Summer Camps (415) 292-1265 86, 88* JCCSF Travel Program (415) 276-1506 114, 115* Katz Snyder Gallery (415) 292-1235 123 Krizer/Ross Émigré Program (415) 292-1273 60 Older Adult Program (415)292-1260 104 Rosenberg Early Childhood Center (415) 386-4990 71* Richard & Rhoda Goldman Center (415) 292-1209 126 Special Events and Catering (415) 292-1269 128, 129* Taube-Koret Center for Jewish Peoplehood (415) 292-1272 96*, 97, 126 Jewish Community Center Sonoma County (707) 528-4222 48*, 50 Camp Chai 87 Friendship Circle (707) 528-1182 104 Film Festival (707) 526-5538 120 Sonoma County Teen Program (707) 528-4222 85 Jewish Community Endowment Fund (415) 512-6277 62, 66 Jewish Community Teen Foundation 84 Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties (415) 777-0411 1*, 47, 115, 119 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards (415) 512-6432 84 Gift of Israel (415) 369-2873 84, 114 LGBT Alliance 98 Women’s Alliance (650) 852-9020 57 YAD (415) 512-6280 57, 99 Jewish Community Free Clinic of Sonoma County (707) 585-7780 64 Jewish Community High School of the Bay (415) 345-9777 76*, 78 Jewish Community Relations Council (415) 957-1551 52, 53* Jewish Connection (The) (415) 388-0118 99* Jewish East Bay Socialites 50+ (510) 895-8832 99 *advertisers

Jewish-Palestinian Living Room Dialogue Group Menorah Institute (707) 996-7018 40 (650) 574-8303 116 Menorah Park (415) 929-7912 106 Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa Midrasha in Berkeley (510) 843-4667 83 (JIMENA) (415) 626-5062 53 Midrasha in Contra Costa (925) 944-4701 83 JoyceJewishArt (408) 395-3783 123, 124* Midrasha in Oakland (510) 501-6692 83 Jubilee Klezmer Ensemble (707) 762-1070 136, 137* Midrasha Tri-Valley/Tri-Cities (925) 549-1664 84 Judah L. Magnes Museum (510) 549-6950 122 Mikvah Society of San Jose (408) 371-9548 22* Western Jewish History Center 97 Mikvah Taharas Israel (510) 848-7221 22 JUDAICA, GIFTS AND BOOKS 124 Mikveh Israel B’nai David (415) 921-4070 22 Milk & Honey Catering LLC (650) 212-6455 142* Miracle Chuppahs (415) 516-5050 134*, 135 Miriam’s Well - Your Simcha Resource (650) 341-4400 21* Karaite Jews (415) 661-3643 44 Mission Minyan (email only) 32 Keddem Congregation (650) 494-6400 42*, 44 Mitzvah Milers Cycling Team (510) 684-5580 98 Keneseth Israel, Congregation (415) 771-3420 30 Moishe House San Francisco (415) 282-8351 98 Kehilat Yaakov (415) 668-1164 30 Kehilla Community Synagogue (510) 547-2424 36*, 37 Moldaw Family Residences at 899 Charleston (650) 321-3188 5, 110 Kehillah Jewish High School (650) 213-9600 77*, 80 139, 140* Keneset HaLev (415) 339-SHUL (7485) 32 Mollie Stone’s Markets (650) 873-8075 107*, 113 KETUBOT 136 Monarch Place Piedmont (510) 658-9266 Ketubahworks (650) 938-3939 136* Mordechai Anielewicz Circle of Americans for a Progressive Israel (415) 922-4642 116 Ketubot by Naomi (510) 530-2210 136* 121 Kindertransport Association (510) 482-1822 58 Mosaic CBS-5 (415) 485-5601 Kisco Senior Living (650) 984-7337 109*, 111 Moskovitz, Patti, Tutoring by (650) 349-1222 46* Kitchen Table Restaurant: Artisanal Kosher Cuisine (The) Moving Traditions (323) 259-1046 70 (650) 390-9388 145 Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing! 85 KlezCalifornia (415) 789-7679 125* MUSEUMS & GALLERIES 122 Kohl, Julie, M.D. (650) 269-1296 20 Museum of Tolerance (310) 553-8403 58 Kogen, Fred R., M.D. (800) 644-4479 20 MUSIC & CHORUSES 127 Kol Emeth, Congregation (650) 948-7498 42, 43* MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT 136 Kol HaEmek/MCJC-Inland (707) 468-4536 40 Music to Go, San Francisco Conservatory of Music Kol Hadash Community for Humanistic Judaism (415) 503-6258 137*, 138 (510) 428-1492 36*, 38 Kol Shofar, Congregation (415) 388-1818 39*, 40 Kol Shalom Cemetery 27* Kol Tefillah, Congregation (831) 457-0264 45 Kolaynu: The Progressive Jewish Voice of Santa Cruz National Council of Jewish Women (415) 346-4600 55*, 56 (831) 475-3313 45 National Jewish Theater Festival (408) 404-7711 126 Koret Foundation (415) 882-7740 48 Nelson, Joel Productions (800) 578-5780 136, 137* KOSHER FOOD 139 Ner Shalom, Congregation (707) 664-8622 40 Kosoy, Gene Photography (415) 595-2752 138* Ner Tamid, Congregation (415) 661-3383 30*, 31 Kutner Yiddish Resources (650) 349-6946 57, 125 Netivot Shalom, Congregation (510) 549-9447 34*, 35 Preschool (510) 549-9447 x110 72 Neve Shalom/Wahat Al-Salam,American Friends of (510) 528-3386 118 Lakeshore Café (510) 832-4374 145* New Frontier USY and Kadima (408) 892-2732 85 La Mediterranée (415) 921-2956 141, 144* New Israel Fund (415) 543-5055 98, 119 L’Chaim House, Inc. (415) 435-1395 106 Nishmat Shalom (510) 559-8372 38 Leeds, Rabbi Gil (510) 981-0770 19, 20 North Peninsula Jewish Campus (650) 312-8543 51 Lefferts Jewish Community Library (415) 444-8159 97 Nunes, Chef Tanya (650) 755-4488 139, 143* Lehrhaus Judaica (510) 845-6420 46, 95*, 97, 102, 114 Levy,Gloria & Ken Family Campus (The) (408) 357-7444 51 Community Mikvah 22 Levy, Rabbi Jerry (415) 388-8832 18, 19 54*, 56 LGBT SUPPORT 65 ORT America (800) 701-3018 LIBRARIES 96 Oakland Grill (510) 835-1176 145* Linden Tree Children’s Books (800) 949-3313 125* Oakland Marriott City Center (510) 466-6455 131*, 135 Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy (415) 752-9583 71, 79 Oakland Hebrew Day School (510) 531-8600 78*, 79 Living Legacy (The)(408) 720-0553 69 Or HaLev (650) 341-7701 42*, 44 Ornstein, Shari (650) 543-1077 148* Orthodox Rabbinical Council of San Francisco (415) 564-6769 18, 29 Maclearie,Cathleen Photography & Design (510) 848-6470 138* Or Zarua (510) 526-5874 37 Magen David Adom – ARMDI,American Friends of Or Shalom Jewish Community (415) 242-9992 31, 32* (800) 323-2371 117*, 118 Osher Marin JCC (415) 444-8000 50, 51* Magain David Sephardim Congregation (415) 752-9095 31 Adult & Senior Program 104 Magnolia of Millbrae (The) (650) 697-7700 111*, 113 Early Childhood Education Center 74 Mandel Funeral Services (866) 962-6335 23* Isaacs Gallery 122 Manna (650) 212-6455 140*, 142 Folk Dancing 127 MARRIAGE 22 Kanbar Center 126 MATCHMAKING SERVICES 99 Marin Jewish Youth Contact (415) 444-8185 85 Mayer, Richard Photo (650) 340-9904 138* Summer Camp Kehillah (415) 444-8050 87 Mendocino Coast Jewish Community (707) 964-6146 40

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Jewish Family & Children’s Services of San Francisco, thePeninsula,MarinandSonomaCounties (415) 449-1200 inside cover*, 59, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68 79’s (415) 449-1228 99 Adoption Connection (415) 359-2494 19 AIDS Chronic Illness and Disabilities Project (415) 449-1224 64 Bereavement 23 Disabilities (415) 449-1224 66 Dream House (415) 449-1289 66 Émigré Youth Programs (415) 449-3858 84 Holocaust Survivor Services (415) 449-3823 58 Jewish Single Parent Center (415) 449-1249 68 Lesbian, Gay Bisexual and Transgender Services 66 L’Chaim Adult Day Care 60, 101 Parents Place (415) 359-2454 68, 82 Seniors at Home (415) 449-3777 100, 105* YouthFirst (415) 359-2454 86 Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley (408) 357-7455 59, 60, 119 Holocaust Survivor Services (408) 357-7458 58 Jewish Family & Children’s Services of the East Bay (510) 704-7475 59, 60*, 65, 67, 68 Bereavement 23 Gateways 66 Holocaust Survivor Services (925) 558-7800 58 Project Ezra 63 Parents & Youth Services (510) 704-7080 68 Refugee & Immigrant Services 60 Senior Services (510) 558-7800 100, 101* Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley (408) 357-7501 10*, 48, 65, 67*, 121 Refugee Resettlement & Émigré Acculturation Services (408) 357-7458 60 Senior Services (408) 357-7450 101 Shalom Baby (408) 3528-3033 18 Jewish Federation/Foundation of the East Bay (510) 839-2900 4*, 47, 62, 63, 114, 119 Business and Professionals Division 56 East Bay International Jewish Film Festival (510) 318-6453120 Women’s Philanthropy Division 57 Young Leadership Division 57 Jewish Folk Chorus of San Francisco (510) 220-6325 127 Jewish Gateways (510) 559-8140 38 Jewish Historical Society of Napa Valley (707) 251-9092 125 Jewish Home (415) 334-2500 3*, 104 L’Dor Vador, Congregation 32 Jewish Milestones (510) 559-3636 18 Jewish Music Festival (510) 848-0237 126*, 127 Jewish Music Resource Center (JMRC) (510) 528-8872 95, 127 Jewish National Fund (415) 677-9600 119 Jewish Partisan Educational Foundation (415) 563-2244 58 Jewish Perspective (A) KRON-TV (Channel 4) (415) 485-5601 121 Jewish Reconstructionist Federation (510) 527-7117 29 Jewish Sports Hall of Fame of Northern California (408) 374-1600 127* Jewish Study Network (JSN) (650) 493-5764 96*, 97 Jewish Teen Alliance (JTA) (415) 751-6983 x125 85 Jewish Theatre San Francisco (The) (415) 522-0786 126 Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) (415) 782-6220 60, 61*, 64 Jewish Employment Network (415) 782-6225 60 Job Link (415) 782-6231 67 Kohn Summer Intern Program (415) 391-3600 92* Technology Access Center (415) 782-6217 96 Transgender Economic Empowerment Initiative (415) 782-6268 66 Youth Programs (415) 782-6279 83 Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) (510) 465-1777 116 Jewish Welcome Network: Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors (415) 713-7716 46, 68

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Oshman Family JCC (650) 223-8700 50*, 51, 133*, 135 Arts & Dialogues (650) 223-8699 126* Israeli Cultural Connection (650) 223-8608 118 J-Camp 88 J-Thursdays (650) 223-8618 104 Russian Programs (650) 223-8621 60 Sports and Recreation 82 T’enna Preschool (650) 223-8788 74*, 78 To Life! A Jewish Cultural Street Festival (650) 223-8606 51, 52*, 127 Yiddish Choristers (650) 223-8605 127 OVERNIGHT CAMPS 88

Tabas, Eric, M.D. (415) 397-2331 21 Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life (650) 223-8656 51 Technion - Israel Institute of Technology,American Society for (415) 398-7117 118 TEEN PROGRAMS 84 Tehiyah Day School (510) 233-3013 80, 81* Tehiyah Bridge Kindergarten (510) 233-3331 73 Terrace Room at Lake Merritt (The) (510) 903-3580 131*, 135 Tikkun: A Bimonthly Jewish Critique of Politics Culture and Society (510) 644-1200 121 Tommy’s Joynt (415) 775-4216 145* Too Caterers (650) 322-4189 141*, 144 Torath Emeth, Congregation (415) 386-3543 30 Trager, Rabbi Moshe (415) 366-6757 20 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews (925) 485-1049 38 Tzofim 86

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Pacific Athletic Club (650) 593-1112 12*, 135 Palo Alto Commons (650) 494-0760 108*, 113 Palo Alto School for Jewish Education (650) 444-2117 83* Paper Pizzazz! (650) 858-0771 136* Park Avenue Catering Co., Inc. (707) 793-9645 142, 143* PARTY & EVENT PLANNERS 138 Pathways Home Health Hospice & Private Duty (888) 755-7855 101* Peninsula JCC Preschool (650) 378-2670 75 Peninsula Jewish Community Center (650) 212-PJCC (7522) 48*, 51, 126 Camp 88 Get Up & Go Transportation (650) 378-2750 101 Older Adult Programs 104 Sports and Recreation 82 Sunday Cinema Film Series 120 Peninsula Sinai Congregation (650) 349-2816 41*, 42 Peninsula Temple Beth El (650) 341-7701 44 Gan Hazikaron Garden of Remembrance Cemetery 27, 28* Ganon Early Childhood Education Center (650) 349-4911 75 Peninsula Temple Sholom (650) 697-2266 44 Preschool (650) 697-2279 74*, 75 PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO 138 Piedmont Grocery Company (510) 653-8181 139, 140* Piser & Piser Mohelim (510) 654-8004 20 PJ Library 69, 72* PlanitJewish.com (650) 286-4400 121 PRESCHOOLS & DAY CARE 70 Professional Development Programs for Jewish Educators (415) 751-6983 95 Progressive Jewish Alliance (510) 527-8640 53

R RADIO & TELEVISION 121 Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club (415) 305-7751 54*, 55 Realty Advocates (510) 428-0757 148* Reconstructionist Judaism (415) 948-6659 29, 40 Red Hot Chachkas (The)(415) 488-9125 137*, 138 Red Robin Caterers (415) 924-0956 142, 143* RELIGIOUS LIFE & CONGREGATIONS 29 Remember Us: The Holocaust B’nai Mitzvah Project (707) 570-2883 85 Republican Jewish Coalition (415) 386-2573 55 RESTAURANTS 144 Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living (925) 964-2098 38, 101, 102*, 110, 122 Rhoda Goldman Plaza (415) 345-5060 105*, 110 Richmond Torah Center of Chabad (415) 386-8123 30 Garden of Eden Childcare (415) 420-5132 82 Rodef Sholom, Congregation (415) 479-3441 40 Sha’arei Shalom Cemetery 27* Ronald C Wornick Jewish Day School (650) 378-2600 79*, 81 Roth,DavidL.RealEstateLawOfficesof (510)482-6600 146,147* Rubenstein, Mark M., M.D. (925) 932-6650 20 Rubin, George (650) 424-1940 20*, 21 Russian River Jewish Community (707) 869-3273 40 Russian Speaking Jewish Community (415) 221-5280 32

Sababanights! (408) 828-0520 127 San Francisco Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society (650) 964-9657 125 San Francisco Humanities, Inc. (415) 665-4087 61*, 64 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival (415) 621-0556 120 San Francisco State University Jewish Studies Program (415) 338-6075 92* San Jose State University Jewish Studies Program (408) 924-5547 94 Schisler, Sarah (510) 390-1330 148* Schmoozer’s Café and Catering (408) 357-7446 142, 143* Schumann’s Four Seasons Catering & Kavod Glatt Catering (650) 968-9308 142*, 144 Seafood Peddler (415) 460-6669 132*, 135 Seltzer Sisters (650) 369-4888 140*, 144 SENIOR SERVICES 100 SF Voice for Israel (email only) 115 Sha’ar Zahav, Congregation (415) 861-6932 31, 65 Shabbos Shul (415) 419-3511 40 Shalom Bayit (866) SHALOM-7 (742-5667) 64*, 65 Shalom School (The) (415) 831-8399 71* Shangri-La Vegetarian Restaurant (415) 731-2548 144*, 145 Shendelman, Rabbi Cantor Sara (510) 644-2956 22*, 23 Sheraton Palo Alto (650) 328-2800 134*, 135 Sherith Israel (415) 346-1720 31, 71 Banquet 128, 130* Bay Area Temple Administrators 29 Bright Horizons/Marin Day School (415) 775-2211 70, 73* Religious School for Everyone (415) 346-1720 82 Sherith Israel High School (415) 346-1720 x28 83 Shindig (510) 524-1415 137*, 138 Shir Ami, Congregation (510) 537-1787 37 Shir Hadash, Congregation (408) 358-1751 43 Early Childhood Center 75 Shir Shalom, Congregation (707) 935-3636 39*, 40 SHLICHIM 115 ShlichahfortheRussian-JewishCommunity(415)512-6285 116 Shomrei Torah, Congregation (707) 578-5519 39*, 40 Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival (408) 899-6013 120 SilverRide (415) 861-7433 102* Sims, Susan (650) 209-1607 148* Sinai, Congregation (408) 264-8542 42 Nursery School (408) 264-8486 75 Sinai Memorial Chapel (650) 369-3636 24, 25*, 26 Gan Shalom (925) 962-3636 25*, 26 Sinai, Temple (510) 451-3263 35*, 37 Home of Eternity 26* Out and About 66 Preschool 73 Special Needs Program 83 SINGLES GROUPS 99 Sir Francis Drake Hotel (415) 395-8509 128, 129* Sofitel San Francisco Bay (650) 598-9000 133*, 135 Sonoma State University (707) 762-2995 57, 94 Soul Mates Unlimited (510) 418-8813 99* South Peninsula Hebrew Day School (408) 738-3060 80*, 81 Gan Aviv 75 SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT 82 Springfield Place Retirement Community (707) 769-3300 112*, 113 St. Paul’s Towers (510) 891-8543 111*, 113 Stanford Terrace Inn (650) 857-0333 134*, 135 Stanford University Taube Center for Jewish Studies (650) 725-2789 93*, 94 State Farm (415) 585-5600 146, 147* Stars of David (925) 937-3564 19 State of Israel Bonds (800) 229-4324 119* Steiermann, Howard (415) 695-9155 18, 19 Stone, Elizabeth, PhD (650) 349-5236 94*, 95 Sutro Library (415) 731-4477 96

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U U.C. Berkeley Jewish Studies Program (510) 643-2995 92, 94* U.C. Davis Jewish Studies Program (530) 754-7007 94 U.C. Santa Cruz Jewish Studies Program (831) 459-2982 94 UCSF Prenatal Diagnostic Center (415) 476-4080 64 UCSF-Stanford Lysosomal Disease Center (415) 476-9997 64 Ulpan San Francisco (415) 422-6601 96*, 97 Under the Chuppah (510) 427-4210 134*, 135 Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) (415) 392-7080 Camp Newman 90* NFTY 85 United Schneerson Synagogue (415) 386-7249 31 United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (The) (202) 488-0400 58 University of San Francisco Swig Program in Jewish Studies (415) 422-6601 93*, 95 University Retirement Community (888) 238-2058 112*, 113 UpStart (415) 728-2777 57

V Vaad Hakashrus of North California (510)843-8223 Vintage Golden Gate (415) 664-6264 Volunteers for Israel (Sar-El) (510) 339-0183 VOLUNTEER PLACEMENT

139 7*, 113 114 67

W Waltz,Alan Entertainment (408) 243-4931 136, 137* Weiss-Ishai, Debra, M.D. (510) 589-8556 20 Weizmann Institute of Science,American Committee for the (415) 981-4001 118 Westin Palo Alto (The)(650) 321-4422 134*, 135 West Bay Chavurah (415) 334-8872 31 Women in Green - Women for Israel’s Tomorrow (510) 336-2424 116 Women’s International Zionist Organization - WIZO (408) 255-1024 57 Women of Reform Judaism (916) 638-8316 29

YZ Yaldei HaShoah (Child Survivors of the Holocaust) (650) 322-2843 Yavneh Day School (408) 984-6700 YeaShOre Community (415) 731-4680 YIDDISH Young Israel (415) 752-7333 Zangwill, Stuart Avram, M.D. (510) 384-8363

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