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3 Lifecycles General Resources...............................16 Birth, Adoption & Circumcision.....16 Bar & Bat Mitzvah................................18 Confirmation..........................................18 Mikvah .....................................................18 Marriage...................................................18 Chanukat Habayit................................18 Divorce......................................................19 Death.........................................................20

4 Religious Life & Congregations Religious & Rabbinical Organizations......................................25 Congregations........................................25 Conversions............................................38 Interfaith Programs............................38

5 Agencies & Organizations Community Service.............................39 Environmental/Nature......................40 Federations..............................................40 Holocaust & Tolerance.......................41 JCCs & Campuses.................................43 Public Affairs..........................................45

6 Social Services Career Coaching ..................................47 Counseling & Support........................47 Disability Services................................47 Émigré Services.....................................48 Family Services......................................48 Grants & Financial Aid.......................50 Health & Medical..................................50 LGBTQ Support.....................................50

Material Donations..............................51 Volunteer Placement..........................51

7 Kids & Teens Family Resources..................................52 Educational Resources.......................52 Preschools & Day Care.......................52 Day Schools & High Schools ...........57 Afterschool, Arts, Sports & Recreation........................................60 Special Needs Support.......................60 Hebrew & Sunday Schools................60 Midrashot & Havurot..........................61 Teen Programs ......................................61 Day Camps..............................................62 Overnight Camps.................................64

8 College & Adult Education Adult Education & Community Resources..............................................65 College Education & Campus Life....66 Leadership Development..................68 Libraries...................................................69

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10 Senior Services Comprehensive Services...................71 Cultural & Social...................................71 Independent Living Support...........72 Residential...............................................74 End of Life Support.............................75

11 Israel Connections Consulate.................................................77 Finance.....................................................77 Fundraising.............................................77 Information & Advocacy...................78 Local Israeli Services...........................80 Travel.........................................................80

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12 Jewish Media Film & Video...........................................81 Publications............................................81 TV & Radio...............................................81

13 Arts, Entertainment & Judaica Folk Dancing .........................................83 Genealogy & History...........................83 Judaica, Gifts & Books........................83 Museums & Galleries..........................84 Music & Choruses.................................85 Performing Arts....................................85 Sports........................................................86 Yiddish Culture......................................86

14 Celebrations / Simchas Banquet & Event Venues...................87 Chuppahs & Ritual Object Rentals...................................................91 Invitations...............................................91 Music & DJs.............................................91

15 Food/Nosherei Bagels, Bakeries & Nosherei.............93 Catering....................................................94 Kosher Wineries....................................96 Markets & Kosher Food......................97 Restaurants & Takeout.......................97

16 Business Services Finance.....................................................99 House & Home.......................................99 Security....................................................99 Real Estate...............................................99

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Of course, there’s more than one way to “do Jewish,” Zack Bodner, CEO of the Oshman Family JCC, writes in his book titled “Why Do Jewish? A Manifesto for 21st Century Jewish Peoplehood.” Using the seven letters in the word “tachlis,” Yiddish for “getting down to brass tacks,” he offers seven paths to the Jewish world: T (tikkun olam, or healing the world), A (art and culture), C (community), H (holidays and rituals), L (learning), I (Israel) and S (Shabbat and spirituality).

You will find all these paths and more in the pages of Resource.

Tikkun olam: Read Chapter 1, which shows the depth of local synagogue involvement in social action projects. Want to become involved in the community? Check out Chapter 5 to learn about organizations, and Chapter 6 to find out more about social service agencies.

Art and culture: From folk dancing to community choruses, from museums to Judaica stores, you’ll find choices in Chapter 13.

Community: Chapter 9 zeroes in on activities for all ages, Chapter 10 lists activities for seniors, and Chapter 7 looks at programs for kids and teens. Or to socialize and stay fit, join a JCC (Chapter 5). Community imbues every chapter.

Holidays and rituals: Chapter 2 explains our major holidays and lists when they occur, on both the Hebrew and secular calendars. Meanwhile, Chapter 3 discusses lifecycle rituals. For the joyful heart and soul of the Jewish experience, Chapters 14 and 15 focus on celebrations and food.

Learning: You’ll find libraries, adult education and college programs in Chapter 8 For kids and teens, Chapter 7 includes education, from preschools to high schools.

Israel: Chapter 11 includes fundraising, advocacy organizations and information about travel to the Jewish state.

Shabbat and spirituality: These are the focus of Chapter 4, which features congregations and conversion and interfaith programs.

To expand understanding, look through Chapter 12, which focuses on Jewish media, or enrich daily experiences by reviewing the cultural offerings in Chapter 13.

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NEWS PEOPLE TRENDS PLACES EVENTS YEAR IN REVIEW POWER HISTORY PLANS 1 | Our Jewish Community CONVERSATIONS ANALYSIS HAPPENINGS At nearly every Bay Area synagogue, you’ll find the real action is social action

LILLIAN ILSLEY-GREENE | J. STAFF Published Aug. 19, 2022 The golden-domed sanctuary at Congregation Sherith Israel in San Francisco is known for its glorious stained-glass windows. Its most famous one depicts Moses receiving the Ten Commandments in Yosemite Valley — a modern promised land.

In another, a Biblical woman hands out food to the needy, with the words “Feed the hungry – Clothe the naked – Shelter the homeless” above her head. The message is

one that resonates with Nancy SheftelGomes, who considers it a call to social action for her synagogue community.

“It’s a commandment that’s repeated in Torah over and over again. It’s really a basis of humanity,” she said. “I think that’s why it means a lot to people to participate, because they know that they’re making a difference in somebody’s life.”

Sheftel-Gomes is a longtime member of the Reform synagogue, where she helps to run the HaMotzi program, a food -assistance initiative started in 1993. Every

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Sunday, she and her volunteers meet to prepare more than 100 meals for Compass Family Services, the San Francisco Women’s Shelter and various community members in need. Once a month, Sheftel-Gomes also heads the Chicken Soupers meal program.

Founded in 1988 to support those with AIDS, it now feeds the community at large.

“We have an obligation to do this,” she said. “That’s our covenant with God.” Sherith Israel is not uncommon in its commitment to social action. Nearly all synagogues have similar projects in one form or another, whether it’s starting a community garden or building a homeless shelter from the ground up. For many Jews, social action is a mitzvah and an important part of their religious practice.

Across the Bay Area, different communities have committed to a range of social justice issues to better themselves, their fellow humans and the world.

One of the projects at Or Shalom Jewish Community, a Reconstructionist synagogue in San Francisco, is called Sanctuary Or Shalom. A congregation-wide initiative to support immigrants in California, its reach is broad: accompanying people to their immigration hearings, protesting outside Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) centers and calling elected officials to advocate for legislative change.

Social action is part of the fabric at Or Shalom. In fact, social action is one of just five tabs on the synagogue’s homepage. Clicking on it leads to the Safety Net Action Committee (dedicated to advocating for universal health care), the Environmental Action Committee, and the Interfaith Action Committee (which works with Faith in Action Bay Area on issues of voter engagement, gun control and housing reform). Another project was a 2016 listening campaign that asked congregants to suggest social issues they wanted the synagogue to address before the election,

“We have an obligation to do this. That’s ourcovenant with God.” Nancy Sheftel-Gomes, Sherith Israel

people of color organizer. A Black Jew, Levin had experienced her fair share of prejudice, both within the Kehilla community and out.

“What we want to work on is ways of improving how folks of color experience Kehilla moving forward,” Levin said.

Kehilla now hosts a number of affinity groups to foster discussions on shifting Berkeley Beth El members (from left) Gadi Meir, Steve Kurzman, Kellee Fong, Lila Kurzman focus away from whiteness and white and Donna Friedman Meir helped build the East Bay’s Youth Tiny House Village in 2019. supremacy in the community. A diversity, equity and inclusion team has been Santa Rosa to provide gifts for children in First Community Coalition, an organization formed to offer training and advice to synalow-income families. dedicated to reducing the arrests and incar- gogue leaders. Levin wants to see everyone This month, volunteers held a drive to ceration of people with mental health isinvolved. collect school supplies for the children of sues. Congregants at the Reform synagogue “It’s one thing to show up at synagogue farm workers, collecting notebooks, art ma- have lobbied the Alameda County Board of and listen to a sermon and hear [tikkun terials and water bottles to be distributed Supervisors to earmark funds to improve olam] talked about in passing,” she said. to children across the state. Last year, they services for mentally ill people, and in 2021 “But to really embody it, in all that you do, donated more than 300 filled backpacks. the board approved a “Care First, Jails Last” that’s my goal.”

Abbey Levine, co-chair of the Social policy resolution and set aside $8 million At Peninsula Temple Beth El in San MaAction Committee and executive vice for services. They’ve been involved at every teo, Covid threw a wrench into plans for an president of the B’nai Israel board, said her stage, helping to draft budget recommenda- ambitious green initiative, launched shortly fellow congregants are always ready and tions, facilitate connections between Care before the pandemic started. Following a eager to become involved in a new project.

First and other local organizations, and listening campaign, where climate change Social justice work is a fundamental part of publicize the coalition’s mission. emerged as members’ greatest concern, Judaism and being Jewish, she said.

“The challenge is how do we bring this leaders of its Rodfei Tzedek (pursuing “I think that as Jews and as survivors [mission] forward in a way that makes justice) team began focusing on steps of so many things ourselves, to repair the [Alameda County residents] care and helps they could take to reduce the synagogue’s world is really critical,” she said. them feel connected,” said Becki Cohn-Vars, carbon footprint.

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co-chair of the Tikkun Olam leadership team. The Care First Community Coalition is lobbying the county to again set aside funds for these services for another year.

Rabbi Rebekah Stern, Beth El’s senior rabbi, said for her, like others, social justice work is integral to her Judaism. “You can’t read the Books of the Prophets without understanding that outcry against injustice is core to who we are as Jews,” she said.

At Kehilla Community Synagogue in Piedmont, a commitment to social action is at the core of its mission statement. In 2017, inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, congregants formed the Belonging and Allyship Project, an initiative to “address white supremacy and racial justice internally within Kehilla, at all levels of our organization and community,” according to the website.

Ruthie Levin, a Kehilla congregant for more than 16 years, oversees the Belonging and Allyship Project as the synagogue’s

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In Berkeley, members of Modern Orthodox Congregation Beth Israel have been volunteering and serving at a local men’s shelter for more than 15 years. The shul also supports the shelter with donations and other supplies.

The popular program has helped connect Beth Israel to the larger community, said Maharat Victoria Sutton, who retired from the shul Aug. 1 after eight years as director of education and community engagement. She was among the many volunteers, and she brought her young daughter along to help out.

“Chesed is a foundation of Judaism,” she said. Often translated as “lovingkindness,” chesed means giving oneself fully, with love and compassion.

Meanwhile, the Tikkun Olam leadership team at Congregation Beth El in Berkeley has spent two years focused on the Care

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and myriad topics were raised.

Leslie Roffman, a longtime member and the chair of the Sanctuary Or Shalom project, said this kind of work is part of how her community practices Judaism. “Social justice is at our core,” she said.

Similarly, at B’nai Israel Jewish Center in Petaluma, the social action team doesn’t have just one project — it has many.

Congregants are part of a rotation that helps run the Interfaith Food Pantry at Elim Lutheran Church in Petaluma.

Members of the Social Action Committee have taken up a “green mitzvah” to reduce the synagogue’s carbon footprint, removing cleaning supplies, paper towels and anything else at the synagogue that can be replaced with more environmentally friendly alternatives. And at Hanukkah, the independent synagogue works with Jewish Family and Children’s Services in

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“As Jews and as survivors of so many things ourselves, to repair the world is really critical.”

Abbey Levine, B’nai Israel

PTBE members have started a community garden at the shul, donating what is grown there to Samaritan House; attended rallies for climate justice; and plan to install solar panels to help power the synagogue with clean energy. Yet the campaign has been different from what leadership imagined, said Marla Becker, one of the team members. Their vision for environmental justice work was based in group action, in the community with others. But the pandemic-led shift has not diminished their commitment to the cause, Becker said.

“There’s a quote from the Talmud that we refer to often: ‘Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly now, love mercy now, walk humbly now.

You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it,’” she said. “We really believe that.”

At Congregation Beth Jacob in Redwood City, social action has always been a priority, said Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray, who has been at the Conservative synagogue for 28 years. The community’s most recent work has been with United Hatzalah, a volunteer-based, free-of-charge emergency medical service throughout Israel.

Beth Jacob supports United Hatzalah through fundraising and spreading awareness about the organization. Bill Futornick, the synagogue’s ritual director, also leads trips for congregants to visit United Hatzalah’s headquarters in Jerusalem and see its work in action. Ezray called the experience of visiting the sites in Israel that Beth Jacob supports “transformative.”

Social action is fundamental to the practice of Judaism, he said, and has been from the beginning.

“I think that when we have a religion that talks about basic human dignity, about connecting our core story of having been slaves with the obligation to help others who are enslaved, when we have a series of values that say you may not stand idly by, when we define ourselves by loving our fellow human — those things all create an imperative to act when somebody is suffering,” Ezray said. n

Representing Or Shalom Jewish Community at the March for Our Lives rally at San Francisco City Hall in March 2018 are (from left) Rabbi Katie Mizrahi, Jody Reiss, Margo Freistadt, Ruth Maginnis, Carol Small and Deborah Frangquist. (Photo/Elliot Helman)

Molly Rosenberg (left) and Deena Bertolina prepare soil for planting in the Peninsula Temple Beth El community garden. (Photo/Jessica Rosenberg)

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Program co-developer Erin-Kate Escobar

Anyone working in a Jewish organization — synagogues, Jewish nonprofits, Jewish day schools, Hillels — can apply to the program, which can be completed in one to two years. It launches in August 2023.

“This is an opportunity for folks to dive into some professional development that is really going to help them implement those systemic changes within their organizations,” Escobar said.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) education on college campuses has become a political flashpoint across the country. In Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on May 15 to prohibit public

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In 2009, Erin-Kate Escobar was one of the first students to graduate from the University of San Francisco with a minor in Jewish studies and social justice. USF, a Jesuit university, had introduced the minor just a year earlier.

Now Escobar is helping to develop a new graduate-level certificate program through the Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice. Called Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion + Jewish Studies and Social Justice (JEDI + JSSJ), it will be the only graduate-level program of its kind in the country, according to its website.

colleges and universities from spending state or federal funds on DEI efforts.

And the Texas Senate has approved a bill that will require public universities in the state to close their DEI offices, and to eliminate programs and training on campus that promote diversity.

Aaron Hahn Tapper, the director of the Swig Program, denounced these moves in an email to J. as “efforts to exclude marginalized voices from educational environments in the U.S.” The JEDI + JSSJ program is emerging now, he said, because “there is a recent movement among Jewish Americans, especially Jewish American institutions, to integrate JEDI and social justice values into their work in systematic ways.” Yet many of these institutions lack the “skill set” to make the necessary changes. “Our program is fulfilling a need in the Jewish American milieu,” he added.

Students enrolled in JEDI + JSSJ will get training on how to confront issues related to racial, gender and disability equity in Jewish workplaces, and on how to implement systemic changes, such as using diverse and equitable hiring practices, and more immediate changes, such as stating preferred gender pronouns in workplace communications and educating colleagues about why that matters.

The certificate program, which costs $7,500, can be done at any pace that suits a working professional, according to the website. There are upcoming informational webinars and USF accepts rolling admissions.

Once a week beginning in August and continuing through the academic year, the group of up to 25 students will meet either virtually or in a hybrid classroom, depending on the seminar.

“My goal is to build an intergenerational cohort from different Jewish denominational backgrounds,” said program manager Chel Mandell, who is co-developing the program with Escobar. “Ideally, people take this back to their Jewish institutions and think about the systemic, deeper roots.”

The seminars will explore questions of Jewish identity, antisemitism, diversity and intersectionality. “How do we get out of that fixed mindset of whatever it

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“Ideally, people take this back to their Jewish institutions and think about the systemic, deeper roots.”

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means to me [to be Jewish] and applying that to everyone around me?” Escobar said. “There’s so much depth and breadth to this identity. How do we make room for that to flourish everywhere?”

The seminar instructors will include Joy Ladin, who became the first openly transgender employee at an Orthodox Jewish institution when she worked as an English professor at Yeshiva University’s Stern College. Yavilah McCoy, CEO and founder of the diversity, equity and inclusion nonprofit Dimensions Educational Consulting, will teach a seminar on anti-racism and social justice.

Other Jewish professionals on the roster include Rabbi Camille Shira Angel, rabbi in residence at USF and the former spiritual leader of Congregation Sha’ar Zahav in San Francisco, and Rabbi Julia Watts Belser, a professor of Jewish studies at Georgetown University who earned her doctorate from UC Berkeley and the Graduate Theological Union. continued on page 69

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Shemini Atzeret

Celebrated starting 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, a ceremony of farewell to Shabbat, takes place when three stars appear in the Saturday night sky.

Rituals include lighting a braided candle, drinking wine and smelling sweet spices.

Celebrated at the end of Sukkot and sometimes considered an extension of that holiday. Marks the first time the prayer for rain is recited during services, a practice that continues until Pesach. 22 Tishrei

SABBATH

Rosh Hashanah JEWISH NEW YEAR

This joyous celebration ushers in a period of festivities, introspection, blessings and penitence. Traditional foods include round challah and apples with honey, symbolizing wholeness and sweetness for the new year. It begins the Ten Days of Awe, which culminate on Yom Kippur. 1–2 Tishrei

Yom Kippur DAY OF ATONEMENT

The 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 resolving to do better. It ends at sunset with a blast of the shofar (ram’s horn).

10 Tishrei

Sukkot

FESTIVAL OF BOOTHS

Commemorates the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring the Israelites to the Promised Land after 40 years of wandering in the desert. Many people erect a sukkah (booth), a temporary structure with a roof made of branches, modeled after the huts built in the desert. Celebrations include eating foods of the harvest and shaking the lulav (assemblage of palm, willow and myrtle branches) and etrog (a citrus fruit).

15–21 Tishrei

EIGHTH DAY OF ASSEMBLY

Simchat Torah

REJOICING FOR THE TORAH

Celebrates the completion of the annual Torah-reading cycle. After reading the last sentence of Devarim (Deuteronomy), the Torah is joyously paraded seven times around the synagogue. The new cycle begins immediately with reading the first words of Beresheet (Genesis). 23 Tishrei

Hanukkah

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

This eight-day holiday commemorates the triumph over Syrian-Greek oppression and the rededication of the Temple, when oil meant to last for one day burned miraculously for eight. Jews light candles in a hanukkiah (nine-branched menorah), eat latkes (potato pancakes) or sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts), play with dreidels (spinning tops) and give money or gifts.

25 Kislev–2 Tevet

Tu B’Shevat NEW YEAR OF TREES

Biblical in origin, this holiday celebrates springtime renewal and growth. Traditions include seders with wine and symbolic fruits, planting trees and caring for the environment. 15 Shevat

Purim

FEAST OF LOTS

Marked by raucous merriment, this holiday celebrates the rescue of the

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Jews by Queen Esther and her uncle Mordechai from the evil Haman. During the chanting of the Megillah (Book of Esther), whenever Haman is mentioned, celebrants shout and shake graggers (noisemakers) to drown out his name. Traditions include costume parties, skits, mishloach manot (gifts of food) and eating hamantaschen (three-cornered, fruit-filled pastries).

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Pesach PASSOVER

Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. At the seder, celebrants read the haggadah (collection of texts and commentaries on the Exodus) and share a festive meal with symbolic foods.

In remembrance of the departure of the Israelites, who could not wait for their bread to rise before fleeing, Jews eat matzah (unleavened bread) for eight days (seven days for Israeli, Reform and Reconstructionist Jews) and refrain from most grains.

15–22 Nissan

Sefirat HaOmer COUNTING OF THE OMER

Seven-week period begins the second night of Pesach, ending at Shavuot. The 49 days are a time of anticipation for the giving of the Torah as well as a period of semi-mourning, recalling the deaths of Rabbi Akiva’s students. Traditionally, weddings, festivities and haircuts are prohibited during this time, except on Lag B’Omer.

16 Nissan–5 Sivan

Yom HaShoah

HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY

Day of mourning for the millions killed in the Holocaust. Services honor survivors and remember the dead with prayers and yahrzeit (memorial) candles.

In Israel, a siren’s blast announces two minutes of silence. 27 Nissan

Yom HaZikaron MARTYR AND HEROES’ MEMORIAL DAY

Day of remembrance for fallen soldiers and those who died for the State of Israel. Public observances include lighting yahrzeit candles, visiting graves and reciting psalms. In Israel, siren blasts signal a minute of silence the evening before, and two minutes of silence the morning of Yom HaZikaron.

4 Iyar

Lag B’Omer

THIRTY-THIRD DAY OF THE OMER

One-day suspension of the Sefirat HaOmer mourning period. Some say a plague afflicting Rabbi Akiva’s students ceased on this day. Celebrated with picnics and outings in nature. 18 Iyar

Commemorates 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.

6–7 Sivan

Fast of Tammuz

Fast from dawn until nightfall marks the day Moses broke the first Tablets of the Covenant because the Israelites made the Golden Calf. It also marks the start of the siege on Jerusalem and begins a three-week mourning period ending at Tisha B’Av. 17 Tammuz

Tisha B’Av NINTH DAY OF AV

Day of fasting and deep mourning commemorates the destruction of the First and Second Temples. The Book of Lamentations is read at services, and in some synagogues congregants sit on the floor.

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Rosh Hashanah September 16-17, 2023 October 3-4, 2024 Yom Kippur September 25, 2023 October 12, 2024 Sukkot (holy days) September 30-October 1, 2023 October 17-18, 2024 Shemini Atzeret October 7, 2023 October 24, 2024 Simchat Torah October 8, 2023 October 25, 2024 Hanukkah December 8-15, 2023 December 26, 2024-January 2, 2025 Tu B’Shevat January 25, 2024 February 13, 2025 Purim March 24, 2024 March 14, 2025 Pesach April 23-30, 2024 April 13-20, 2025 Yom HaShoah May 6, 2024 April 24, 2025 Yom HaZikaron May 13, 2024 April 30, 2025

Pesach

Yom HaAtzmaut May 14, 2024 May 1, 2025

Hanukkah

Lag B’Omer May 26, 2024 May 16, 2025 Shavuot June 12-13, 2024 June 2-3, 2025 Fast of Tammuz (commemorated from dawn until nightfall) July 23, 2024 July 13, 2025

Sukkot

Rosh Hashanah

Tisha B’Av July 27, 2023 August 13, 2024

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This chapter features resources for the observance and celebration of Jewish lifecycle events and milestones. This includes birth, adoption, infertility issues, circumcision, bar and bat mitzvahs, weddings and funerals. Need a rabbi to conduct a Jewish ceremony or an interfaith wedding? Check out these pages. Listings include organizations that help with Jewish adoption, infertility issues and holy rituals, including the mikvah, used for spiritual purification.

This chapter also lists Jewish cemeteries as well as chevra kadishas, which ensure that the deceased is prepared for burial according to Jewish tradition. Because the Bay Area Jewish community is diverse, this directory provides both the names of those who officiate at traditional circumcisions as well as an organization serving Jews who opt out of circumcision. With alternative ideas given expression, organizations have sprung up in the Bay Area to provide service and support to those seeking new ways of “doing Jewish.”

General Resources

Local congregations, individual rabbis, agencies and organizations provide support, advice, counseling and services to assist individuals and families during various lifecycle events. Synagogues and additional religious organizations are listed in Chapter 4, Religious Life & Congregations.

Community agencies and organizations are in Chapter 5.

Rabbi Howard Steiermann* (415) 695-9155 sfhoward.com hsteiermann@gmail.com Hosts and guests share in a personalized and heartfelt event. Interdenominational, multicultural, traditional or nontraditional ceremonies throughout the Bay Area.

Birth, Adoption & Circumcision Jewish Baby Network, JFCS 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3080 jewishbabynetwork.org carol@jewishbabynetwork.org Director: Carol Booth Marketing Manager: Alyssa Zagorie

San Francisco, Marin, Peninsula, and East Bay regions. Families of all kinds with babies and toddlers connect, share and celebrate together. Free events held at various locations and online.

ADOPTION & INFERTILITY

Adoption Connection 1710 Scott St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 359-2494 adoptionconnection.org families@adoptionconnection.org Provides support and services to adoptive parents and birth mothers during and after pregnancy. Full-service, nonprofit, licensed adoption agency and open adoption leader.

A division of S.F.-based Jewish Family and Children’s Services.

Donor Concierge 165 North Redwood Drive Suite 202 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 663-6097 donorconcierge.com/egg-donorsearch/ethnicities/jewish-egg-donors Egg donor and surrogate search service that help Jewish parents find Jewish egg donors and surrogate mothers.

Hasidah P.O. Box 9531 Berkeley, CA 94709 (415) 323-3226 hasidah.org info@hasidah.org

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CEO: Rabbi Idit Solomon A voice of hope and compassion that raises awareness of infertility, provides emotional and spiritual care, and reduces financial barriers to treatment in the Jewish community.

BRIT BAT/SIMCHAT BAT (Rejoicing for Daughter) 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 naming ceremonies for girls. In fact, there is a growing liturgy around the brit bat, and various alternative rituals have been proposed. This ritual is frequently performed on the eighth day of a baby girl’s life.

BRIT MILAH (Circumcision)

The ritual of brit milah is performed to symbolize the covenant between God and the people of Israel. The brit (or bris) 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.

Reform

Piser & Piser Mohelim* (415) 529-2730 piserfam@comcast.net Urologist: Joel Piser, M.D. Hand/plastic surgeon: Jing Hsieh Piser, M.D. Bay Area urologist/hand surgeon, husband/ wife mohelim team, trained and certified

by Hebrew Union College; performing personalized, spiritually enlightening brit milah and hatafat dam brit (for previously circumcised converts) since 1991.

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Fax: (415) 397-4225 erictabasmd.com erictabasmdinc@gmail.com Board certified OB/GYN, as well as a board-certified Reform mohel practicing in San Francisco for over 20 years. Personalizes each brit milah ceremony to joyfully celebrate life.

Traditional

Rabbi Avi Lebowitz (650) 207-4956 baymohel.com avilebo@gmail.com Certified mohel and pediatric circumcision.

Rabbi has been doing bris and circumcision in the Bay Area for over 10 years. He guides and assists families through this major milestone in their life.

Rabbi Gil Leeds (510) 730-BRIS (2747) bayareamohel.com rabbileeds@bayareamohel.com Certified traditional mohel, trained by expert mohelim including Rabbi Chanan Feld z”l. Caring and professional, services Jewish families of varied observance levels.

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Brit Milah Hatafat Dam Brit Piserfam@comcast.net 415-529-2730

ALTERNATIVES TO BRIT MILAH Ceremony for families opting out of circumcision.

Bruchim (510) 693-6677 bruchim.online info@bruchim.online President and Co-founder: Lisa Braver Moss A Jewish nonprofit that works to ensure that families opting out of circumcision are welcomed openly by Jewish institutions and can take an active role in the Jewish community.

PIDYON HABEN (First-born Redemption)

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

Performs spiritual, meaningful brit milah ceremonies for all affiliations and interfaith couples. Board certified in both pediatrics and pediatric hospital medicine with over 25 years experience performing circumcisions with anesthesia/pain control.

Team Mohelim Urological Surgeon and Plastic Surgeon NOAM Certified Since 1991

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Northern California’s only full-time certified mohel. More than 5,000 brissim have been performed. Interfaith and all family types welcome. Modern pain control, unmatched speed and precision.

Stuart Avram Zangwill, M.D. (510) 384-8363 zmohel.com zmohel@gmail.com

Piser and Piser

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Rabbi Moshe Trager* (415) 366-6757 calimohel.com rabbitrager@calimohel.com

Certified mohel and board-certified pediatrician performing traditional, personalized and enriching brit milah ceremonies.

Inclusive of all affiliations. Pain control/ local anesthetic used.

Bar & Bat Mitzvah Mikvah 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 adults 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.

Confirmation

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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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.

A ritual pool of fresh “living” water, the mikvah is used for spiritual purification.

For some Jews, married life involves laws of taharat hamishpacha (family purity), which require a wife’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.

Berkeley Mikvah Mikvas Chana Leah 2520 Warring St. Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 224-3770 berkeleymikvah.org info@berkeleymikvah.org Mikvah Directors: Bracha Sara Leeds Rabbi Gil Yosef Leeds Mikvah Education: Miriam Ferris

Dryan Family Mikvah 3070 Louis Road Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 424-9800 Fax: (650) 493-3425 chabadpaloalto.com/mikvah Contacts: Dena Levin Devorah Levin Need to rejuvenate? Think mikvah! Providing nightly appointments for married women from all Jewish backgrounds and classes for brides and beginners.

Mikvah Chaya Mushka Chabad of Marin 1150 Idylberry Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 610-6202 Contact: Guila Rice By appointment. Call Guila at the number above.

Beth Jacob CommunityMikvah 3778 Park Blvd.

Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-1147 Fax: (510) 482-2374 bethjacoboakland.org office@bethjacoboakland.org

Mikvah Society of San Jose* 1670 Phantom Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 460-3675 (408) 264-3138 Fax: by request only bergman.d@sbcglobal.net Contact: Pat Bergman

No attendant on duty. Please call for an appointment.

Community Mikvah Levy Family Campus 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7444 Fax: (408) 358-7311 jvalley.org/mikvah

By appointment and for women only.

Please call at least three days in advance. $20 donation requested. Please prepare at home and bring your own towel, etc.

San Francisco Mikvah 3355 Sacramento St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 921-4070 sfmikvah.org sfmikvah@gmail.com The mikvah is available by appointment only. Please schedule a minimum of two days in advance by sending an email or by phoning.

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The Levy Family Campus welcomes the use of its mikvah for all Jewish religious and spiritual life transitions and passages.

Nightly women’s appointments, available by phone or online.

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.

mikvah@jvalley.org

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Marriage

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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. 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.

Rabbi Howard Steiermann* (415) 695-9155 sfhoward.com hsteiermann@gmail.com Hosts and guests share in a personalized and heartfelt event through a welcoming style. Interdenominational, multicultural, traditional or nontraditional ceremonies throughout the Bay Area.

Divorce

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

Rabbinical Court for Jewish Divorce (650) 857-1800 Fax: (650) 857-0601 rabbi@emekberacha.org Administrator: Rabbi Yitzchok Feldman

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The Rabbinical Court arranges for the get, the halachic divorce document, to be executed in a manner recognized as legitimate throughout the world, including by the Rabbanut in Israel.

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Death

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 questions about burial and mourning practices such as the observance of shiva, recitation of the Kaddish, yahrzeit observance and attending yizkor services.

The funeral home and the chevra kadisha (burial society) can also answer questions.

In addition to Sinai Memorial Chapel, whose chevra kadisha serves the greater Jewish community, some congregations have a chevra kadisha that serves their membership.

BEREAVEMENT

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Bereavement and Healing Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1212 jfcs.org adultintake@jfcs.org Bereavement Program Coordinator: Robyn Bloom, LMFT

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Comprehensive grief and bereavement services for those coping with loss. Services include individual counseling, grief support groups, information and referrals.

Bereavement Services Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2484 Shattuck Ave. Suite 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (925) 927-2000 (510) 704-7475 jfcs-eastbay.org/support-groups

25 years, including with Bay Area Jewish Healing Center. Sessions in person, in nature and with horses.

Sinai Memorial Chapel Mourner Care Program 1501 Divisadero St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-3636 Fax: (415) 673-3407 sinaichapel.org ssalkin@sinaichapel.org Executive Director: Samuel J. Salkin, FDR3371

Chevra Kadisha of the South Bay c/o Congregation Am Echad 1504 Meridian Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 460-3675 Fax: by request only jmemorial.org bergman.d@sbcglobal.net Contact and Women’s Arrangements: Pat Bergman President and Men’s Arrangements: Menashe David Taban

Compassionate and professional grief support. Personalized outreach and aftercare for mourners, community education and consultation. Services provided free of charge.

Orthodox Jewish volunteers will prepare any Jewish deceased in the Greater South Bay Area for burial at the request of the family. Tax-deductible donations are welcome to help cover expenses and funerals for indigent Jews.

RITUAL PREPARATION

FUNERALS

Chevra Kadisha for Home of Peace Cemetery Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd.

Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 409-5344 bethjacoboakland.org kathy@bethjacoboakland.org Administrator: Kathy Hollander Orthodox burial society and cemetery.

Chevra Kadisha of Sonoma County (707) 322-1631 (707) 546-6043 sonomajewishburial.org jewishburial@sonomajewishburial.org Contacts: Nancy Dotti Mark and Patty Bernstein To honor the dead and strengthen the living: Community-based, the chevra kadisha is available to all Sonoma County Jews, regardless of affiliation or level of Jewish observance.

Chevra Kadisha of Counseling and support in a warm, Jewish Temple Beth El context for those coping with grief after the Temple Beth El/JCC death of a loved one.

3055 Porter Gulch Road Aptos, CA 95003 Hineni: Pastoral and Grief Counseling (831) 479-3444 x205 with Rabbi Jon Sommer Fax: (831) 475-7246 (415) 745-0659 tbeaptos.org/chevra-kadisha rabbijonsommer.com pmarcus@tbeaptos.org rabbijonsommer@gmail.com Rabbi Paula Marcus Rabbi Jon Sommer Clergy provide guidance and spiritual supThe rabbi, an HUC graduate trained in port to families experiencing a loss. Ritual clinical pastoral education, has provided cleansing provided by the Chevra Kadisha compassionate pastoral grief care for over group.

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Sinai Memorial Chapel and Chevra Kadisha* San Francisco Funeral Home (FD262) 1501 Divisadero St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-3636 Fax: (415) 673-3407 sinaichapel.org ssalkin@sinaichapel.org Executive Director: Samuel J. Salkin, FDR 3371 Operations Manager: Robert T. Perez, FDR 1662 East Bay Funeral Home (FD1523) 3415 Mt. Diablo Blvd.

Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 962-3636 Fax: (925) 962-1636 sinaichapel.org sbrusman@sinaichapel.org Managing Funeral Director: Sharon Brusman, FDR 4186 Peninsula Funeral Home (FD1830) Sinai Memorial Chapel 3921 Fabian Way Suite A024 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 369-3636 Fax: (650) 369-3630 sinaichapel.org dhabib@sinaichapel.org Managing Funeral Director: David Habib The only full-service Jewish funeral home and chevra kadisha serving the entire Jewish community for 120 years. Community-owned, not-for-profit, membership organization. *advertisers

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HOME OF PEACE Cemetery and Mausoleum

South Bay Area’s only Jewish-owned Cemetery, Mausoleum and Columbarium Pre-Need Terms

Cherie Ravel

Cemetery Administrator Founded 1853 OWNED AND OPERATED BY TEMPLE EMANU-EL OF SAN JOSE

(408) 674-5867

cherie@templesanjose.org

CEMETERIES

The Commission for the Preservation of Pioneer Jewish Cemeteries and Landmarks in the West P.O. Box 861 Garden Valley, CA 95633 (831) 607-8749 pioneerjewishcemeteries.org pioneerjewishcemeteries@gmail.com Oversees seven pioneer cemeteries in the California Gold Country dating to the 1850s: Sonora, Mokelumne Hill, Jackson, Placerville, Nevada City, Grass Valley and Marysville.

East Bay

Gan Shalom Cemetery* 1100 Bear Creek Road Briones, CA 94553 (925) 228-3636 ganshalomcemetery.org rmartinez@sinaichapel.org Cemetery Administrator: Rachel Martinez Jewish memorial park in the East Bay serving all denominations; affiliated, unaffiliated and intermarried all welcome. The markers are all flat with the ground. Many East Bay congregations have gardens here.

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Lifecycles Gan Yarok is certified as a natural burial ground by the Green Burial Council

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Home of Eternity Cemetery and Mausoleum* (925) 963-3636 sinaichapel.org/tools-resources/ jewish-cemeteries-bay-area.aspx sbrusman@sinaichapel.org Cemetery Administrator & Managing Funeral Director: Sharon Brusman

info@lonetreecemetery.com Endowed-care cemetery developed in 1868 with a romantic past and a parklike setting. Many of Hayward’s best-known and remembered pioneer families are buried here including the city’s founder, William Hayward.

Historic cemetery in the Piedmont-Oakland area serving the entire Jewish community. Marin/North Bay Burial, cremation and mausoleum options. B’nai Israel Cemetery 430 Magnolia Ave. Helpful information provided on pre-need Petaluma, CA 94952 or at-need services.

(707) 338-8634 office@bnaiisrael.net Home of Peace Cemetery Chair: Dave Weinstock 4712 Fairfax Ave. Oakland, CA 94601 Oldest Jewish cemetery in Sonoma County (510) 409-5344 dating back to 1868. Includes an interfaith Fax: (510) 482-2374 section; call for details. bethjacoboakland.org kathy@bethjacoboakland.org Gan Yarok at Administrator: Kathy Hollander Fernwood Cemetery* Orthodox cemetery and burial society Funeral Home – Crematory administered by Beth Jacob Congregation.

301 Tennessee Valley Road Mill Valley, CA 94941 Lone Tree Cemetery (415) 891-0684 24591 Fairview Ave. fernwood.com/jewish-cemeterysan-francisco-bay-area Hayward, CA 94542 info@fernwoodcemetery.com (510) 584-9622 Family Services Counselor: Alicia Jackson lonetreecemetery.com

Natural burial at Fernwood uses no embalming, no grave liners or vaults. A simple, dignified burial in a shroud or plain wood box.

Kol Shalom Jewish Cemetery of Marin* Congregation Kol Shofar Mail to: 215 Blackfield Drive Tiburon, CA 94920 (415) 215-4429 kolshofar.org/kol-shalom stevensock54@gmail.com Contact: Steven Sockolov Picturesque Jewish cemetery in Marin County serving affiliated and non-affiliated Jews who want to be buried in an all-inclusive Jewish cemetery.

Ner Shalom Progressive Cemetery Pleasant Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary 1700 Pleasant Hill Road Sebastopol, CA 95472 (707) 823-5042 pleasanthillsmemorialpark.com info@pleasanthillsmemorialpark.com Cemetery in picturesque Pleasant Hills Memorial Park in Sebastopol. Available to entire Jewish community: members and non-members, Jewish or non-Jewish spouses and family members. Sites for both full-body and cremated remains.

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Ner Tamid Jewish Cemetery Maintained by Congregation Beth Shalom of Napa St. Helena Cemetery 2461 Spring St. St. Helena, CA 94574 (707) 253-7305 cbsnapa.org/ner-tamid office@cbsnapa.org Cemetery Chair: Phyllis Kleid North Bay cemetery is located in the scenic 160-year-old St. Helena Cemetery. Community cemetery open to Jews and their families regardless of affiliation.

Sha’arei Shalom Cemetery Congregation Rodef Sholom 2500 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 479-3441 rodefsholom.org/shaarei-shalomcemetery tracey@rodefsholom.org Executive Director: Tracey Klapow Nature’s beauty provides a tranquil resting place.

Peninsula/South Bay

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Beth David Memorial Garden Congregation Beth David 19700 Prospect Road Saratoga, CA 95070 (408) 257-3333 beth-david.org admin@beth-david.org Director Operations & Ritual: Barbara Biran Attractively landscaped memorial garden located in San Jose is preserved as sacred ground. Offers Jewish burial sites and pastoral solitude to mourners.

Gan Emet Cemetery Congregation Emeth/Emeth Gardens Gavilan Hills Memorial Park 1000 First St. Gilroy, CA 95020 (408) 778-8200 emeth.net/cemetery ritual@emeth.net Expanded and landscaped cemetery serving the needs of the South Bay Jewish community. Unaffiliated welcome. Single and double-depth burials, cremation options.

Natural setting.

Gan Hazikaron/Garden of Remembrance Cemetery* Peninsula Temple Beth El Highway 92 at Skyline Blvd.

San Mateo, CA 94403

(650) 341-7701 ptbe.org/gan-hazikaron kbeauchamp@ptbe.org Director of Operations & Facilities: Kim Beauchamp Serving the Jewish community of the Peninsula. One of Northern California’s most picturesque memorial parks, overlooking the coastal hills. Maintained by Peninsula Temple Beth El. Home of Peace Cemetery (San Jose)* Temple Emanu-El 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 674-5867/ Fax: (408) 292-7625 templesanjose.org/our-cemetery cherie@templesanjose.org Cemetery Administrator: Cherie Ravel Jewish-owned cemetery, mausoleum and columbarium, serving the entire Jewish community since 1853.

Los Gatos Memorial Park* 2255 Los Gatos-Almaden Road San Jose, CA 95124 (408) 356-4151/ Fax: (408) 356-1891 losgatosmemorialpark.com Sales Manager: David Nakagawa Honoring the Jewish community’s traditions with attractive, affordable space available in Shalom Garden. Burial, cremation and a wide variety of permanent memorialization options available.

San Francisco

Eternal Home Cemetery Sinai Memorial Chapel Mail to: P.O. Box 15579 San Francisco, CA 94115 1051 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 (650) 755-5236/ (415) 921-3636 Fax: (415) 673-3407 sinaichapel.org ssalkin@sinaichapel.org Executive Director: Samuel J. Salkin, FDR 3371 Serves the entire Jewish community, offering burial to members of all religious streams, the unaffiliated and the intermarried. Dedicated Orthodox section.

Jewish Cemeteries of San Francisco (650) 755-4700 jcemsf.org ssolomon@jcemsf.org Executive Director: Susan Solomon Director of Family Services: Benjamin J. Ruhs

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Hills of Eternity Memorial Park Owned by Congregation Sherith Israel 1299 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 Home of Peace Cemetery Owned by Congregation Emanu-El 1299 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 Fax: (650) 756-4731 Salem Memorial Park Owned by Congregation Emanu-El and Congregation Sherith Israel 1171 El Camino Real Colma, CA 94014 Fax: (650) 756-4731 Serving the Bay Area’s Jewish community since 1877.

Santa Cruz/Monterey

Gan Hazikaron Mission Memorial Park 5716 Carmel Valley Road 1915 Ord Grove Ave. Seaside, CA 93955 (831) 624-2015/ (831) 394-1481 Fax: (831) 624-4786 carmelbethisrael.org/lifecycle-events shalomcbi@aol.com Executive Director: Julie Chase Rabbi Bruce Greenbaum Consecrated cemetery owned by Congregation Beth Israel.

Home of Peace/Home of Eternity Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Road Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444/ Fax: (831) 475-7246 tbeaptos.org info@tbeaptos.org Cemeterian: Holly Blue Hawkins Burials take place in one of two attractive cemeteries: Home of Peace Cemetery on Meder Street or Beit Olam Cemetery in Soquel.

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Religious & Rabbinical Organizations

Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose (CRAGSJ) 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7413 Fax: (408) 358-7311 jvalley.org/community-relations/ rabbis-cantors rabbihugh@jvalley.org Rabbi Hugh Seid-Valencia The clergy arm of the Jewish community in the South Bay. Represents all facets of Judaism. Information and referral services for Jewish lifecycle events.

Northern California Board of Rabbis c/o Congregation Beth Jacob 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061 norcalrabbis.org amy.norcalrabbis@gmail.com Administrator: Amy Fischer Smith Executive Director: Rabbi Jill Zimmerman A multi-denominational organization that exists to strengthen collegial relationships as well as be a moral voice in the Jewish community.

Orthodox Rabbinical Council of San Francisco P.O. Box 22491 San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 564-6769 orcsf@aol.com Chair: Rabbi Jacob Traub Specializing in kosher certification for Northern California and the Central Valley. *advertisers

Women of Reform Judaism Pacific District Northridge, CA wrjpacific.org corrsecy.wrjpd@gmail.com President: Cher Krichmar Vice President, Bay Area: Shari Carruthers Women’s organization of Reform synagogues. Pacific District provides leadership training, speakers, spirituality and support for sisterhoods.

Congregations

Because Bay Area residents come from a variety of communities and backgrounds, synagogues take pride in being warm, welcoming and inclusive. 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.

EAST BAY

Conservative

Congregation B’nai Shalom 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 934-9446 Fax: (925) 934-9450 bshalom.org office@bshalom.org Rabbi Daniel Stein Executive Director: Stuart Kirsch Traditional Conservative synagogue providing a learning community enriching Jewish knowledge and experiences for all ages. Preschool from one year to pre-K and religious school.

Congregation Netivot Shalom 1316 University Ave. Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 549-9447/ Fax: (510) 549-9448 netivotshalom.org ken@netivotshalom.org Rabbi Chai Levy Executive Director: Ken Schnur

Egalitarian and participatory, welcoming intermarried and nontraditional households. Religious services, b’nai mitzvah program, adult education, social action, Torah study, preschool.

Temple Beth Abraham* 327 MacArthur Blvd.

Mail to: 336 Euclid Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 832-0936 ext 210 tbaoakland.org admin@tbaoakland.org Rabbi Mark Bloom Executive Director: Rayna Arnold Living Judaism together as an egalitarian, participatory, vibrant congregation, providing services to preschool, bar/bat mitzvah, confirmation and adulthood. Celebrating Judaism, enjoying Shabbat and holiday celebrations since 1907.

Humanist/Secular

Kol Hadash Northern California Community for Humanistic Judaism Mail to: P.O. Box 2777 Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 219-7925 kolhadash.org contact@kolhadash.org President: Lindy Sinclair Humanistic, nontheistic, lay-led monthly Shabbats, holiday services, bagel talks and educational programs celebrating Jewish identity, history and culture. Chavurot and social groups. Most events held at Albany Community Center.

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews 1817 Sinclair Drive Pleasanton, CA 94588 (925) 399-8029 trivalleyculturaljews.org culturaljews@gmail.com 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.

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Independent

Jewish Gateways Mailing address: 1164 Solano Ave., Suite 147 Albany, CA 94706 (510) 545-9977 jewishgateways.org info@jewishgateways.org Executive Director: Rabbi Bridget Wynne Open and diverse Jewish community-without-walls in which to explore personal connections with Jewish tradition through holidays, family and adult learning, lifecycle events, and more.

Minyan Dafna minyandafna.org info@minyandafna.org Independent, traditional egalitarian minyan. Monthly Kabbalat Shabbat and Shabbat morning services; High Holy Day services and communal events throughout the year. Committed to halachah.

Nishmat Shalom (510) 559-8372/ (510) 848-8996 nishmat.org info@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.

The Reutlinger Community Synagogue 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 648-2800 Fax: (925) 648-2801 rcjl.org/lifestyle/spiritual-care jmammad@rcjl.org Rabbi Zari Weiss Executive Director: Julie Mammad Traditional synagogue where Shabbat and holidays are inclusive, participatory and joyous. Weekly Torah study and continuing Jewish education. On-site rabbi serves residential community.

Temple Beth Sholom 642 Dolores Ave. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 357-8505 Fax: (510) 357-1375 tbssanleandro.org tbsoffice@tbssanleandro.org Rabbi Josh Weisman Cantor Linda Hirschhorn Historic synagogue with forward-thinking membership, provides innovative programming while honoring tradition. Renewal cantor uses Reform and Conservative siddurim. Friday night services, monthly family Shabbat services and first Saturday morning services, online and in person.

Jewish Renewal

Temple Beth Abraham USCJ Affiliated

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Amazing Preschool Outstanding Religious School Truly Intergenerational and Inclusive

Aquarian Minyan P.O. Box 7224 Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 214-6160 aquarianminyan.org amadmin@aquarianminyan.org Shomeret: Julia Gilden

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Administrator: Jennifer Warren A Jewish Renewal community combining innovative and traditional approaches. On Zoom, hybrid, in person: weekday noon yeshiva classes, holidays, Shabbats, lifecycle events, guest speakers. Offers participatory worship, deep learning, meditation.

Beyt Tikkun: The Synagogue of Spiritual Transformation and Social Healing 951 Cragmont Ave. Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 644-1200 beyttikkun.org shul@tikkun.org Rabbi Michael Lerner Intellectually and psychologically sophisticated, joyous, welcoming and compassionate. Participants find their spiritual path in a community at once religiously traditional and innovative, and politically progressive.

Chochmat HaLev* 2215 Prince St. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 704-9687 chochmat.org shalom@chochmat.org Spiritual Leader: Zvika Krieger A home for a Jewish heart. Dynamic Renewal synagogue with musical celebratory Shabbats, meditation, contemplative and transformative services. Walking distance from Ashby BART. Kehilla Community Synagogue 1300 Grand Ave. Piedmont, CA 94610 (510) 547-2424 kehillasynagogue.org info@kehillasynagogue.org Senior Rabbi: Dev Noily Executive Director: Michael Saxe-Taller Creative, spiritual, contemporary Judaism rooted in social justice. Exceptional education for kids in grades K-6 and a unique experiential bar/bat mitzvah program.

Orthodox

Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd.

Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 482-1147 Fax: (510) 482-2374 bethjacoboakland.org office@bethjacoboakland.org Rabbi Gershon Albert Executive Director: Brian Fox Diverse Modern Orthodox synagogue offers services twice daily. Maintains kosher ban*advertisers

quet hall and kitchens and offers classes, preschool, mikvah and unique programming for all ages.

Chabad Center for Jewish Life 3014 Lakeshore Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 545-6770 jewishoakland.org info@jewishoakland.org Co-directors: Rabbi Dovid Labkowski Rebbetzin Shulamis Labkowski Serving the communities of Oakland and Piedmont. Promoting Jewish identity and pride, study and celebration in the East Bay. Membership not required.

Chabad Emeryville 1300 55th St. Emeryville, CA 94608 (510) 859-8808 jewishemeryville.com chabademeryville@gmail.com Rabbi Mendy Blank Menucha Blank A Jewish community that feels like home.

Offers adult education classes, community holiday celebrations, services, all with a warm heart.

Chabad House of Berkeley 1710 University Ave. Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 540-5824 chabadberkeley.org office@chabadberkeley.org Rabbi Yehuda Ferris Spreading Jewish joy and inspiration; mikvah education; adult education, holiday celebrations and Shabbat services. Hebrew school, bar/bat mitzvah training, children’s winter and summer camp, prison and hospital visitation. Jewish lending library.

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(510) 342-9326 jewishcastrovalley.org Rabbi Shimon Gruzman Chani Gruzman

Serving the community of El Cerrito.

Promotes Jewish identity and pride, study and celebration. Adult education, Hebrew school, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, A home for every Jew. Dedicated to making Covid-safe Shabbat and holiday programming and social services. No membership the beauty and joys of Jewish traditions and heritage accessible, relevant, and mean- required. ingful. Providing education for all Jews Chabad of Fremont Jewish Center regardless of age, affiliation, knowledge or 4251 Peralta Blvd. level of observance.

Fremont, CA 94536 (510) 300-4090/ Fax: (888) 863-4096 Chabad of Concord chabadfremont.com P.O. Box 55 info@chabadfremont.com Concord, CA 94522 Co-directors: Rabbi Moshe Fuss (925) 326-1613 Chaya Fuss jewishconcord.com Co-directors: Rabbi Berel Kesselman Serving the Tri-City area with a synagogue, Mushka Kesselman preschool, Hebrew school, holiday programs, classes, lifecycle services, women’s Creating a vibrant Jewish community events and social programs. Membership that will promote and strengthen Jewish not required. awareness, pride and community through educational, cultural and social activities Chabad of Lamorinda for all Jews in the Concord area.

3574 Mount Diablo Blvd.

Lafayette, CA 94549 Chabad of Contra Costa (925) 384-7242 1671 Newell Ave. chabadoflamorinda.com Walnut Creek, CA 94595 rabbi@chabadoflamorinda.com (925) 937-4101 Co-directors: Rabbi Yisroel Labkowski jewishcontracosta.com Tzipora Labkowski jli@jewishcontracosta.com Rabbi Dovber Berkowitz A popular center for Jews who want to Serving the Contra Costa Jewish community: adult education, Hebrew school, preschool, holiday programs and events, bar/bat mitzvah celebrations, Shabbat and holiday prayer services. Membership not necessary.

Chabad of Danville & San Ramon Mail to: P.O. Box 354 Danville, CA 94526 (925) 272-9672 jewishdanville.com Co-directors: Rabbi Shmuli Raitman Musky Raitman Strengthening Jewish awareness and pride for the Jewish residents of Danville/San Ramon by creating an environment where every person, regardless of background or

learn more about their Jewish roots. Offers a wide variety of educational and spiritual opportunities, including Torah classes and lectures, Shabbaton dinners, and family and social activities.

Chabad of San Leandro 1367 Breckenridge St. San Leandro, CA 94579 (347) 419-6541 jewishsanleandro.com Co-directors: Rabbi Shmaya Shusterman Sheina Shusterman Creating a vibrant Jewish community that will promote and strengthen Jewish awareness and pride, through educational, cultural and social activities for all Jews living in San Leandro.

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Chabad of Alameda 1516 Oak St., Suite 316 Alameda, CA 94501

Chabad of El Cerrito Providing a home for every Jew in Alameda, 704 Midcrest Way El Cerrito, CA 94530 with educational, religious and social (510) 455-2770 events. chabadelcerrito.com info@chabadelcerrito.com Chabad of Castro Valley Rabbi Yanky Bell 20912B Redwood Road Mrs. Shternie Bell Castro Valley, CA 94546

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Torah classes and lectures, Shabbat dinners and an array of family and social activities.

Traditional Jewish values brought to life in a joyous, nonjudgmental atmosphere. No membership required.

affiliation, is welcome to explore and experience their heritage.

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Chabad Jewish Center of Richmond Call or email for address (510) 255-3121 chabadofrichmond.com info@chabadofrichmond.com Co-directors: Rabbi Yitzchok Wagner Rebbetzin Rochel Wagner

(510) 640-2590 jewishalameda.com info@jewishalameda.com Director: Rabbi Meir Shmotkin

Chabad of the Delta 1062 Somersby Way Brentwood, CA 94513 (925) 420-4999 jewishdelta.com rabbi@jewishdelta.com Co-directors: Rabbi Peretz Goldshmid Mrs. Mashie Goldshmid

in-person and virtual youth and adult programming, ongoing adult education classes and lectures, engaged membership and inspirational leadership.

Reconstructionist

Or Zarua: Reconstructionist Havurah of the East Bay (510) 529-6345 Providing adult education, Shabbat and hol- orzaruaeastbay.org iday dinners, programs and events, women’s info@orzaruaeastbay.org group, Hebrew school, hospital visitation.

Lay Leader: Emily Galpern Membership not required.

Inclusive and progressive community based on Reconstructionist principles.

Chabad of the Tri-Valley Shabbat services with child care first 3370 Hopyard Road Saturdays at St. Alban’s Church on the Pleasanton, CA 94566 Berkeley-Albany border.

(925) 846-0700 jewishtrivalley.com Reform info@jewishtrivalley.com Beth Chaim Congregation* Co-directors: Rabbi Raleigh Resnick 1800 Holbrook Drive Fruma Resnick Danville, CA 94506 Based in Pleasanton, a community center of (925) 736-7146/ Fax: (925) 736-7145 Jewish life, joy, prayer and learning serving bethchaim.com the Tri-Valley’s Jewish community. info@bethchaim.com Rabbi Dan Goldblatt Chabad of Union City President: Arie Cohen (718) 404-7470 Highly engaged community provides Co-directors: Rabbi Eli Landes preschool, religious school, b’nei mitzvah Shayna Landes program, sisterhood, brotherhood, tikkun Welcoming Jews of all backgrounds who olam programs, chavurah, adult education, want to learn about their Jewish roots. chesed support, Sharing Shabbat Together, Chabad offers a wide variety of educational Tot Shabbat and Ruach services. All backand spiritual opportunities. grounds/interfaith families welcome.

Congregation Beth Israel 1630 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 843-5246/ (510) 843-8052 Fax: (510) 843-5058 cbiberkeley.org office@cbiberkeley.org Rabbi Yonatan Cohen Rabbanit Meira Wolkenfeld

Congregation Beth El 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-3988 shalom@bethelberkeley.org bethelberkeley.org Senior Rabbi: Rebekah Stern Associate Rabbi & Dir. of Congregational Learning: Rabbi Ira Rosenberg

Berkeley’s Modern Orthodox community is vibrant and diverse. Indoor daily services,

Vibrant and innovative Reform Jewish congregation dedicated to Jewish learning,

worship, tikkun olam and acts of lovingkindness.

Congregation Beth Emek 3400 Nevada Court Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 931-1055 bethemek@bethemek.org bethemek.org Rabbi Laurence Elis Milder, Ph.D. Office Administrator: Bonnie Frey Shabbat services with guitar, lots of singing and inspiring sermons. Outstanding preschool, religious school and adult education. Caring community that welcomes all people on their Jewish journey.

B’nai Israel of Rossmoor P.O. Box 2070 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 facebook.com/rossmoorbnaiisrael Membership Chair: Lucy Felcher Leadership Group: Mike Harris Meets at the Vista Room of the Hillside Clubhouse Fridays at 7:30 p.m. High Holy Day services at Event Center, Tahoe Room; call for times. Everyone welcome.

Congregation B’nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 933-5397 tikvah.org office@tikvah.org Rabbi Jennie Chabon Warm, engaging, spiritual home where tradition meets inspiration through deep learning, music-infused prayer, social justice, holiday celebrations and a thriving religious school.

Congregation B’nai Torah Brentwood Community Center 35 Oak St. Brentwood, CA 94513

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• We ARE your Reform Jewish community in the East Bay. • We celebrate life cycle events that will fill your Jewish soul.

• We learn. Our Tree of Life preschool, Beit Midrash, B’Nei Mitzvah and adult education programming provide lifelong enrichment of your Jewish experience.

• We are activists for social justice and Tikkun Olam.

• We embrace Jews of all backgrounds as well as interfaith relationships and those new to Judaism.

• We are your people, your community, a place to belong.

1800 Holbrook Drive, Danville | www. bethchaim.com | (925) 736-7146

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(925) 754-2545 bnaitorah-eastbay.org bnaitorah.eastbay@gmail.com President: Denise Duran Weekly services, holidays, events open to all. Interfaith and LGBTQ families welcome.

Call for service schedule.

Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave. Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 220-3345/ (510) 537-1787 Fax: (510) 276-6100 congshirami.org info@congshirami.org President: Barbara Heimowitz

environment in which members of all ages can deepen their Jewish connections.

Temple Israel of Alameda 3183 Mecartney Road Alameda, CA 94502 (510) 522-9355 templeisraelalameda.org office@templeisraelalameda.org Rabbi Cynthia Minster President: Kimberlee MacVicar The Jewish presence in Alameda for 100 years — a welcoming, progressive Reform congregation for all ages.

Temple Sinai* 2808 Summit St. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263 Fax: (510) 465-0603 oaklandsinai.org rmates-muchin@oaklandsinai.org Rabbi Jacqueline Mates-Muchin Executive Director: Terrie Goren Reform congregation with approachable clergy, award-winning preschool and religious school, adult education and progressive social action programs.

Intimate, inclusive, intergenerational Reform Jewish community that welcomes interfaith families.

Temple Beth Hillel* 801 Park Central Richmond, CA 94803 (510) 223-2560 tbhrichmond.org tbh@tbhrichmond.org Rabbi Dean Kertesz Cantor Marney Margules Shabbat services, religious school starting with pre-K, educational and cultural programs, and events for all ages in a spiritual, warm and friendly environment.

Temple Beth Torah Mail to: P.O. Box 6017 Fremont, CA 94538 42000 Paseo Padre Parkway Fremont, CA 94539 (510) 656-7141 Fax: (510) 656-5380 bethtorah-fremont.org admin@bethtorah-fremont.org Rabbi Zoe McCoon Administrator: Mara Sheade

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emple Sinai is a warm and vibrant Reform synagogue in the heart of Oakland.

We are the East Bay source for meaningful Jewish experiences and learning opportunities for all ages and stages of life. If you seek to explore or deepen a connection to Jewish life and community, you are welcome here.

2808 Summit Street • Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263 • oaklandsinai.org info@oaklandsinai.org

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Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 945 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 283-8575/ Fax: (925) 283-8355 temple-isaiah.org temple-isaiah@temple-isaiah.org Senior Rabbi: Jill Perlman Executive Director: Deb Kirsch

EXPLORE TRADITION. FIND PURPOSE. CREATE COMMUNITY.

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Center of progressive Jewish life in the Tri-Cities. Vibrant preschool, music-infused prayer, relevant learning for all ages, meaningful interfaith engagement. ASL interpretation available upon request.

Temple Sinai

MODESTO/CENTRAL VALLEY Conservative

Congregation Beth Shalom 1705 Sherwood Ave. Modesto, CA 95350 (209) 571-6060 cbsmodesto.org cbsmodesto@sbcglobal.net Jewish community hub of the Greater Modesto area providing a wide variety of cultural, educational, holiday and social programs.

Independent

B’nai Israel Jewish Center* 740 Western Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 762-0340 bnaiisrael.net office@bnaiisrael.net Rabbi Shalom Bochner Office Administrator: Erica Stuart

NORTH BAY

Petaluma’s inclusive center for Jewish life: Gan Israel Preschool, youth and adult education, social and cultural activities.

Shabbat and holiday services; year-round gift shop open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Congregation Beth Ami* 4676 Mayette Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 360-3000 Fax: (707) 360-3003 bethamisr.org office@bethamisr.org Rabbi Mordecai Miller Office Manager: Elizabeth Jarlsberg

Congregation B’nai Israel 1256 Nebraska St. P.O. Box 3066 Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 642-6526 bnaisrael.com cbi.amarkal@gmail.com Rabbi David White Synagogue Administrator: Sue Barush

Monthly Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations, fostering a strong sense of community. Toddler through teen programming, adult education, library and gift shop. Conservative/egalitarian. Welcomes interfaith, singles and LGBTQ.

Shabbat services Friday evenings and Saturday mornings; youth religious and Hebrew education; adult education courses.

Many services and events are virtual, as well as in-person on Shabbat or as noted.

Conservative

Congregation Kol Shofar 215 Blackfield Drive Tiburon, CA 94920 (415) 388-1818 kolshofar.org info@kolshofar.org Rabbi Paul Steinberg Cantor Naomi Weiss

Gan HaLev Jewish Congregation of the San Geronimo Valley Mail to: P.O. Box 280 Woodacre, CA 94973 (415) 488-4524 ganhalev.org shalom@ganhalev.org Administrator and Board Member: Suzanne Sadowsky

Dynamic congregation with meaningful, accessible experiences of learning, prayer, service and celebration to help people of all ages and backgrounds live more purposeful lives.

Independent, participatory and multigenerational congregation. Adult education and gatherings, Shabbat programs and holiday celebrations, welcoming those who seek an inspiring and welcoming

Jewish community.

Kol HaEmek/MCJC-Inland Mail to: P.O. Box 416 Redwood Valley, CA 95470 8591 West Road Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (707) 468-4536 kolhaemek.org carolrosenberg@pacific.net Secretary: Carol Rosenberg President: Sherrie Ebyam Creating an environment in which Jewish culture, religion and spiritual life can flourish.

Mendocino Coast Jewish Community Mail to: P.O. Box 291 Little River, CA 95456 (707) 964-6146 mcjc.org susan.tubbesing@gmail.com Rabbi Margaret Holub Board Member: Susan Tubbesing Serving the Northern California coast.

Hybrid Shabbat morning services; holiday celebrations, weekly Zoom candle lighting, cultural and lifecycle events, adult/family education, annual women’s retreat, young adults, justice and elders groups.

Russian River Jewish Community P.O. Box 2274 Guerneville, CA 95446 (707) 632-5545 rrjc.org russianriverjc@gmail.com Contact: Natasha Pehrson Western Sonoma County-based community organization for celebrating Jewish holidays and culture.

Orthodox

Chabad Center for Jewish Life of Solano County

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TRADITIONAL, EGALITARIAN, INCLUSIVE

We are online for prayer and study at least twice a day.

Check for in-person events.

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Celebrating over 25 years as the center for Jewish life in Sonoma Valley

A warm, friendly and spiritually innovative congregation welcoming Jews and family members of all faiths worship • study • fellowship For information regarding Shabbat Services, Education and Community Programs: 707-935-3636 • info.shirshalom@gmail.com www.shir-shalom.org Rabbi Steve Finley 252 W. Spain Street, Sonoma *advertisers

730 East Main St. Vacaville, CA 95688 (707) 592-5300 jewishsolano.com solanorabbi@gmail.com Rabbi Chaim Zaklos Rebbetzin Aidel Zaklos Community center for Jewish life, joy, prayer and learning serving the Solano County Jewish community, based in Vacaville.

Chabad Jewish Center of Novato 695 De Long Ave., Suite 101 Novato, CA 94945 (415) 878-6770/ Fax: (866) 604-2267 jewishnovato.com rabbi@JewishNovato.com Director: Rabbi Menachem Landa Exciting programs for Jews of all backgrounds: Jewish kids/teens clubs, b’nai mitzvah preparation, Jewish Women’s Circle, men’s club, Shabbat services, adult education, holiday events and more.

Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma 205 Keller St., Suite 101 Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 559-8585 jewishpetaluma.com rabbi@jewishpetaluma.com Co-directors: Rabbi Dovid Bush Devorah Bush A place where being Jewish is fun. Offering social, educational, recreational and religious programming for adults, children, teens, and seniors.

Chabad Jewish Center of Sonoma County 2461 Summerfield Road Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 577-0277 jewishsonoma.com info@jewishsonoma.com Director: Rabbi Mendel Wolvovsky

Celebrates Jewish life with warmth, humor and tradition. All levels of knowledge and observance welcome. Community meals, catering, koshering services, lifecycle events. Celebrations, hospital visits, holidays, weekly services, educational classes for kids, teens and adults.

Chabad of Mill Valley 515 Throckmorton Ave. Mill Valley, CA 94941 (415) 336-3055 jewishmillvalley.com rabbi@chabadmillvalley.com Director: Rabbi Hillel Scop Program Director: Mrs. Chana Scop Holiday awareness programs, adult education, special children’s events, beginners Talmud, Judaism 101, Mommy & Me program, monthly women’s gathering, teenage study groups, Aleph Art Room.

Chabad of Napa Valley 2025 Redwood Road Suite 7 Napa, CA 94558 (707) 492-5993 jewishnapavalley.com info@jewishnapavalley.com Rabbi Elchonon Tenenbaum Dedicated to serving all Jews throughout Napa Valley with ahavat Yisrael: an unconditional love and concern for every Jew, regardless of background and affiliation.

Chabad of West Marin 823 Butterfield Road San Anselmo, CA 954547-2072 (954) 547-2072 jewishwestmarin.org moshe@jewishwestmarin.org Co-directors: Hadassa Berkowitz Moshe Berkowitz A warm space for Jewish community, connection and celebration, where participants create a vibrant, local community and dis-

Congregation Ner Shalom 85 La Plaza Cotati, CA 94931-4290 (707) 664-8622/ Fax: (707) 664-0582 nershalom.org info@nershalom.org Rabbi Irwin Keller Drawing from Reconstructionist roots and the soulfulness of Jewish Renewal, embracing Judaism through ritual, social justice, music, learning and laughter. Nurturing spirituality through learning, prayer and tikkun olam.

Dorot P.O. Box 5278 Novato, CA 94948 (415) 948-6659 shreib222@gmail.com Rabbi Henry M. Shreibman, Ph.D. Welcomes unaffiliated individuals and families. Workshops and services support Jewish life-learning through a Reconstructionist lens. High Holy Day services, children’s education, interfaith programs, b’nai mitzvah training for all ages and lifecycle events.

Reform

Congregation Beth Shalom of Napa Valley 1455 Elm St. Napa, CA 94559 (707) 253-7305 Fax: (707) 253-1109 cbsnapa.org office@cbsnapa.org Rabbi Niles Goldstein Synagogue Director: Lauren Snyder Napa Valley’s only synagogue, founded in 1953. Full schedule of religious, educational and cultural programs. Weekly Shabbat services and religious school.

Congregation Rodef Sholom 170 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 479-3441 rodefsholom.org tracey@rodefsholom.org Senior Rabbi: Stacy Friedman Executive Director: Tracey Klapow Igniting the passion to connect — with Jewish values, with each other and with our world. A place to discover why being Jewish matters.

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Chabad of Marin 1150 Idylberry Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 492-1666 chabadofmarin.com rabbirice@jewishlantern.org Executive Director: Rabbi Yisrael Rice Co-director: Guila Rice

Reconstructionist

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Chabad of Corte Madera 318 Corte Madera Ave. Corte Madera, CA 94925 (415) 786-3345 jewishcm.org info@jewishcm.org Director: Rabbi Mendel Misholovin

Welcoming environment in which all Jews can enjoy community, celebrate holidays and Shabbat, learn Torah and explore Jewish heritage.

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A welcoming center, offering innovative and exciting programs to Jews of all backgrounds and ages: Jewish Learning Institute, Hebrew school, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, Jewish Women’s Circle, weekly Shabbat services and more.

Co-director: Yocheved Misholovin

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY

Congregation Shir Shalom* 252 W. Spain St. Sonoma, CA 95476 (707) 935-3636 www.shir-shalom.org info.shirshalom@gmail.com Rabbi Steve Finley Membership Chair: Sharon Malakoff

Congregation Shomrei Torah 2600 Bennett Valley Road Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 578-5519 cstsr.org cst@cstsr.org Rabbi George D. Gittleman

Friday night Shabbat services are usually held the fourth Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Shabbat morning services are monthly, on the second Saturday at 10 a.m. Check website for current schedule.

Weekly Shabbat and holiday services, lifelong learning, b’nai mitzvah and a rich program of community events. Socially progressive synagogue.

Conservative

Congregation Beth David 19700 Prospect Road Saratoga, CA 95070 (408) 257-3333 beth-david.org info@beth-david.org Senior Rabbi: Jaymee Alpert Director Operations & Ritual: Barbara Biran Congregation committed to providing avenues toward Jewish connection. All are welcome to come celebrate and discover what the synagogue has to offer them.

Congregation Beth Jacob* 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 366-8481 Fax: (650) 366-4629 bethjacobrwc.org cbj@bethjacobrwc.org Rabbi Nathaniel Ezray Executive Director: Keren Smith Vibrant community grounded in Jewish values, practice, and learning. Striving to honor the diversity and individuality of all members.

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Experience a place of joy and innovation.

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Congregation Kol Emeth 4175 Manuela Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 948-7498/ Fax: (650) 618-6809 kolemeth.org office@kolemeth.org Rabbi David Booth Rabbi Sarah Graff Conservative, participatory, egalitarian, traditional services; daily minyanim; Friday night Shabbat programs; religious school; social action programs; adult and family education; and programs for young professionals.

Congregation Sinai 1532 Willowbrae Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 264-8542 sinai-sj.org office@sinai-sj.org Rabbi Joshua Berkenwald Executive Director: Joelle Pluemer Conservative synagogue in San Jose connecting people to each other, Judaism, Israel and the world. Shabbat and Sunday services and holiday celebrations. Religious school and nursery school onsite.

Peninsula Sinai Congregation* 499 Boothbay Ave. Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 349-2816 peninsulasinai.org info@peninsulasinai.org Rabbi Elana Zelony, Cantor Doron Shapira Participatory, diverse, Jewishly committed community. Services are a blend of traditional and spiritual, relevant and accessible.

Revolutionizing the synagogue model from the inside out.

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The only Karaite Jewish synagogue in the United States, representing families with roots in Cairo, Egypt. With its new Karaite Jewish Cultural Center, the synagogue provides advocacy and learning resources throughout the United States.

Orthodox

Am Echad 1504 Meridian Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 267-2591 amechad.org info@amechad.org Rabbi Avi Lebowitz Rabbi Reuven Goldstein

Chabad of Cupertino 10201 Imperial Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 (408) 207-3648 ruvgold@comcast.net Co-directors: Rabbi Reuven Goldstein Gitty Goldstein Promoting and strengthening Jewish awareness, pride and observance by providing educational, cultural and social activities to all Jewish individuals and families, regardless of background or affiliation.

Offers Shabbat hospitality, daily minyanim and shiurim (classes). Jewish men and women at any level of observance are welcome.

Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain View 933 Barbara Ave. Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 332-9062 mvchabad.com ber@mvchabad.com Co-directors: Rabbi Ber Rosenblat Esti Rosenblat A place to learn, live and experience Jewish heritage. Offering Torah classes, Shabbat and holiday celebrations, youth programming and a preschool.

Chabad of Almaden 1375 Blossom Hill Road, Suite 9 San Jose, CA 95118 (408) 910-2034 chabadalmaden.com info@chabadalmaden.com Rabbi Mendel Weinfeld Offering a wide variety of educational and spiritual opportunities for Jews of all

Chabad of Daly City – North San Mateo County 1177 Mission Road, Suite A South San Francisco, CA 94080 (650) 273-6273 jewishdalycity.com rabbi@chabadnorthcounty.com Rabbi Shaul Goldman Stimulating programs for Jews of all backgrounds: Jewish kids clubs, b’nai mitzvah preparation, Jewish Women’s Circle, men’s club, Shabbat and holiday services and events, adult education, Hebrew learning program and more.

Chabad of Mid Peninsula P.O. Box 610055 Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 232-0995 chabadmidpen.com info@chabadmidpen.com Co-directors: Rabbi Levi Potash Mrs. Ella Potash Offering Jews of all backgrounds and ages innovative and exciting programs: Adult education, Shabbat minyan, holiday programming, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, community dinners, youth programs and more.

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Congregation Etz Chayim 4161 Alma St. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 813-9094 etzchayim.org

The Karaite Jews of America Congregation B’nai Israel 1575 Annie St. Daly City, CA 94915 (650) 994-9757 karaites.org karaitejewsofamerica@karaites.org Acting Rav: Joseph Massuda President: David Ovadia

Chabad of Burlingame P.O. Box 673 San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 667-9556 chabadburlingame.com info@chabadburlingame.com Co-directors: Rabbi Yale Spalter Mrs. Rivky Spalter Providing Jewish education on all levels in a friendly, nonjudgmental environment through creative and innovative programs and activities. Doors open to all, regardless of affiliation, background or level of Jewish practice and knowledge.

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Musical, spiritual, culturally diverse, innovative, yet also tradition-based. Welcomes straight or LGBTQQIN, multifaith, all ages.

Draws primarily from the San Mateo Coast.

Creating community: sing, learn, pray and celebrate. Around 300 Jewishly diverse households. Using a community-created prayerbook for egalitarian, participatory services. Programs for adults, kids and families.

backgrounds who want to learn more about their Jewish roots. Featuring holiday celebrations, adult education classes, Hebrew school and Shabbat dinners.

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Coastside Jewish Community P.O. Box 1729 El Granada, CA 94018 (650) 479-5252 coastsidejewishcommunity.org coastsidejewishcommunity@yahoo.com Rabbi Moshe Heyn President: Sharon Turner

execdirector@etzchayim.org Rabbi Chaim Koritzinsky Executive Director: Ellen Bob

Chabad of North Peninsula P.O. Box 673 San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 453-8136 chabadnp.com info@chabadnp.com Co-directors: Rabbi Yossi Marcus Mrs. Esty Marcus

Chabad of Sunnyvale 1489 S. Mary Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 720-0553 chabadsunnyvale.com rabbi@chabadsunnyvale.com Director: Rabbi Yisroel Hecht Program Director: Miriam Hecht

Chabad Santa Clara 2043 Pruneridge Ave. Santa Clara, CA 95050 (408) 982-7419 jewishclara.com rabbi@jewishclara.com Rabbi Yigal Rosenberg Rebbetzin:Elana Rosenberg

No membership required to participate.

Sunday school, bar and bat mitzvah, preschool, adult education, High Holy Day services and holiday events, adult education. Hebrew tutoring for all ages. Summer camp ages 5-12.

Open door to the entire Jewish community. Children’s programs, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, teen club, Chabad Hebrew school. Adult education. Beginner and childrenfriendly services on Shabbat and holidays.

Home for everything Jewish: young adult social programming, children’s educational events, Shabbat meals and services, weekly classes and Hebrew Afterschool.

Chabad of San Jose 15405 Los Gatos Blvd.

Suite 204 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-5530 chabadsj.com info@chabadsj.com 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 Palo Alto 3070 Louis Road Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 424-9800 Fax: (650) 493-3425 chabadpaloalto.com zalman@chabadpaloalto.com Rabbi Yosef Levin Rabbi Zalman Levin Providing Jewish programs and resources in Palo Alto area including Hebrew school, bar/bat mitzvah, teens, young adults and families programs and events.

WELCOMES YOU! We offer n innovative education programs and lifelong learning for all ages n an inspirational clergy team, led by Rabbi Lisa Kingston n creative and moving music led by Cantor Elana Jagoda Kaye n vibrant Jewish community for all ages to nourish your spirit n belonging, connection and welcoming for all n strong tradition of community service in the spirit of tikkun olam

Chabad South County Jewish Center 16575 San Ramon Drive Suite A Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 766-2343 jewishmh.com rabbi@chabadmorganhill.com Co-directors: Rabbi Mendel Liberow Chani Liberow Explore Jewish heritage and tradition in a friendly, nonjudgmental atmosphere, regardless of affiliation or observance. Offerings include adult education, a women’s group, youth activities and bar/bat mitzvah preparation.

Congregation Emek Beracha 4102 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 857-1800/ Fax: (650) 857-0601 emekberacha.org info@emekberacha.org Rabbi Yitzchok Feldman Orthodox shul welcoming all Jews for both short-term and long-term participation.

Los Altos Chabad (650) 241-8770 jewishlosaltos.com info@jewishlosaltos.com Rabbi Ezzy Schusterman Nechama Schusterman

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Offering Jews of all backgrounds and ages innovative and exciting programs: men’s and women’s classes and groups, monthly Shabbat service, holiday programming, bar/bat mitzvah preparation, children’s programs and more.

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Peninsula Temple Beth El is an inclusive Reform congregation serving the Peninsula for over 65 years 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403 www.ptbe.org 650.341.7701 34 | Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in the Bay Area

The Village Chabad 200 S .Balsamina Way Portola Valley, CA 94028 (650) 304-2098 thevillagechabad.com info@thevillagechabad.com Co-director: Rabbi Mayer Brook Rebbetzin and Co-director: Dassi Brook *advertisers

A center for Jewish life where everyone is welcome, regardless of background, knowledge or Jewish affiliation. Providing educational programs from preschool through Hebrew school to advanced Jewish learning classes for adults.

South Santa Clara Valley’s only Reform synagogue. Full religious school, Hebrew school and adult programming. Interfaith families welcome. Overseeing Jewish section of Gan Emet/Emeth Gardens Cemetery in Gilroy.

Orthodox–Sephardi

Congregation Shir Hadash 20 Cherry Blossom Lane Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-1751 shirhadash.org office@shirhadash.org Senior Rabbi: Nico Socolovsky Executive Director: Shanda Witkin

Bar Yohai Sefardic Minyan c/o SPHDS 1030 Astoria Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 385-2000/ Fax: (408) 296-6860 baryohai.com info@baryohai.com Rabbi Eliezer Poupko Community Educator: Rabbi Dan Raphael Tobaly Distinguished by warmth, tolerance and understanding. Offering daily and Shabbat services, and a diverse range of classes for those of varied backgrounds.

Reconstructionist

Keddem Congregation P.O. Box 50758 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 494-6400 keddem.org keddem@keddem.org Community-led Reconstructionist congregation that is inclusive, egalitarian, participatory, inquiring, innovative and compassionate. Practicing an evolving Judaism that infuses tradition with new meaning.

Reform

Congregation Beth Am 26790 Arastradero Road Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 (650) 493-4661 Fax: (650) 494-8248 betham.org info@betham.org Interim Executive Director: Pati Ortiz

Evolving Reform Jewish congregation dedicated to wisdom, spirituality, social responsibility, and community.

Peninsula Temple Beth El* 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 341-7701 ptbe.org mail@ptbe.org Senior Rabbi: Lisa Kingston Executive Director: Kate Lauzar Reform congregation with an emphasis on family participation, interfaith outreach, tikkun olam, education for all generations, and participatory worship services enhanced with outstanding music.

Peninsula Temple Sholom 1655 Sebastian Drive Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 697-2266/ Fax: (650) 697-2544 sholom.org cco@sholom.org Rabbi Daniel Feder Chief Community Officer: Karen Wisialowski An inclusive Jewish community where everyone can find peace, inspiration, and their own connection to Judaism.

Conservative

Congregation Beth Sholom 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 221-8736 bethsholomsf.org info@bethsholomsf.org Rabbi Amanda Russell Acting Executive Director: Alan Schnur Opportunities for contemporary Jews along with their loved ones and friends to share authentic, meaningful religious and spiritual experiences. Builds and sustains a community empowered to make a positive difference in the world.

Congregation Ner Tamid* 1250 Quintara St. San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 661-3383 Fax: (415) 661-9041 nertamidsf.org office@nertamidsf.org Rabbi Shana Chandler Leon Administrator: Adele Shafer Judaism with a big heart from the heart of the Sunset District. Hybrid services, holiday celebrations, cultural events, Torah study and lifelong learning. The doors, in-person and virtual, are open to everyone.

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Congregation Emeth 17835 Monterey St. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 778-8200 emeth.net admin@emeth.net Rabbi Faith Joy Dantowitz Rabbi Emerita Debbie Israel

San Jose’s oldest Reform congregation; inclusive in all areas of synagogue life. Rooted in tradition, growing toward the future.

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Inclusive Reform congregation. Come worship, study, learn, and schmooze. Family, youth and adult education resources.

Participatory worship. Interfaith families and people of color welcome.

Temple Emanu-El 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 292-0939 Fax: (408) 292-7625 templesanjose.org admin@templesanjose.org Rabbi Dana Magat Executive Director: Stephanie Pollock

Conservative–Reform

Am Tikvah 625 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 586-8833 amtikvah.org office@amtikvah.org Rabbi Chayva Lehrman Executive Director: Talya K. Brass With a name that means “people of hope,” this congregation grew out of the 2021 merger of two synagogues, B’nai Emunah and Beth Israel Judea. Embracing myriad Jewish rituals, values, social justice and continued learning.

Independent

Shabbat 2 p.m. Friends, family and community are welcome.

Keneset HaLev – Community of the Heart c/o 2695 44th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94116 (415) 339-SHUL (7485) kenesethalev.org info@kenesethalev.org Maggid: Jonathan Furst Va’ad President: Shari Samuel Post-denominational, heart-centered community based in San Francisco and the East Bay. Gathering online and in-person for monthly Shabbats plus special events, including outdoor High Holy Days.

The Kitchen Mail to: 2443 Fillmore St. Suite 310 San Francisco, CA 94115 thekitchensf.org hello@thekitchensf.org Rabbi Noa Kushner Director of Communications & Marketing: Musical, participatory worship and Torah Sophie Stimola study. Kabbalat Shabbat at 1:30 p.m. Fridays. Executive Director: Spencer Weiss Saturday morning service at 9:15 a.m. Oneg An innovative religious community, grounded in serious exploration of Jewish tradition, text and ritual for people with all levels of Jewish knowledge and experience.

Congregation L’Dor VaDor San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living 302 Silver Ave. San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 469-2254 sfcjl.org rabbi@sfcjl.org Rabbi Debora Kohn

Where we feed the body, challenge the mind and nourish the soul

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Traditional & Egalitarian Services – and the Best Kiddush Luncheons in Town Life-Long Learning • Adult Education Bar/Bat Mitzvah Preparation Conversion Class Spiritual Development/Mussar Family Shabbat • Weekly Torah Study Weekly Musical Shabbat Services Community & Culture Club (C3) Congregation Ner Tamid is affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

1250 Quintara Street, SF 415.661.3383 • NerTamidSF.org

Mission Minyan Mail to: 2261 Market St., Suite 447A San Francisco, CA 94114 missionminyan.org info@missionminyan.org Community of Jews who get together for spirited traditional davening (and related festivities) in San Francisco’s Mission District. Meets Friday nights for Kabbalat Shabbat and twice monthly on Shabbat mornings.

Russian Speaking Jewish Community Congregation of Russian Jews 3739 Balboa St., Suite 140 San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 221-5280 Fax: (415) 520-0598 birthright-judaism.org office@sfrussianjews.org Rabbi Shimon Margolin Traditional congregation serving the needs of Russian-speaking Jews in San Francisco Bay Area. No-membership High Holy Day

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program. Youth/teen programs. Bar/bat mitzvah classes.

Orthodox

Adath Israel Congregation 1851 Noriega St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 564-5665 adathisraelsf.org office@adathIsraelsf.org Rabbi Joel Landau Warm, diverse and creative Orthodox community welcoming to all ages and backgrounds. Classes and activities include youth and preschool programming.

Chabad of Cole Valley 1300 Shrader St. San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 786-5642 chabadcv.org info@chabadcv.org Rabbi Nosson Potash Rebbetzin Chaya Potash Community-based organization with mission to make Judaism’s rich heritage and values available to all. Offering community holiday celebrations, Shabbat services, after-school program and other opportunities to connect.

Chabad of Noe Valley 3781 Cesar Chavez St. San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 648-8000 chabadnoevalley.org chabadnoe@gmail.com Rabbi Gedalia Potash Welcoming, friendly community, inspiring and insightful services, educational opportunities and holiday celebration for adults and children. Torah classes, Hebrew school, Shabbat community, preschool, b’nai mitzvah.

Chabad of SF 496 Natoma St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 668-6178 chabadsf.org info@chabadsf.org Executive Director: Rabbi Yosef Langer Operations Director: Rabbi Moshe Langer Open-house Shabbat dinner and special holiday events. Call or email for service schedule and event information.

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San Francisco, CA 94127 (508) 873-1250 chabadneighborhood.com Co-directors: Rabbi Mendel Levin Devorie Levin The co-directors see this new neighborhood outpost as a platform to foster new relationships, nurturing curious minds. Chabad welcomes all Jews, regardless of level of observance or Jewish knowledge.

Congregation Anshey Sfard 1500 Clement St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 676-8900 ansheysf.wordpress.com ansheysfard@gmail.com President: Solomon Isaac Morning minyan Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. Shabbat services led by cantor on Saturday mornings 9-12:00, followed by Kiddush. Rosh Hodesh service 7:30-9:00 a.m. Ongoing children’s Hebrew classes.

Congregation Chevra Thilim 751 25th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 752-2866 sfshul.org info@sfshul.org Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi Contemporary Orthodox synagogue dedicated to promoting a nurturing environment for spiritual, social and intellectual growth; facilitates developing connections to Torah in the modern world.

Richmond Torah Center of Chabad 423 10th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 386-8123/ Fax: (415) 668-7015 rtchabad.org richmondtorahcenter@gmail.com Rabbi Ahron Hecht

Orthodox–Sephardi

Magain David Sephardim Congregation 351 Fourth Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-9095 magaindavid.com info@magaindavid.com Rabbi Simon Benzaquen Board Member: Angela Beniflah Active Sephardic congregation featuring services every morning, and on Friday nights, Saturdays and holidays.

Reconstructionist

Congregation Sherith Israel 2266 California San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 sherithisrael.org info@sherithisrael.org Rabbi Jessica Zimmerman Graf Executive Director: Gordon Gladstone Extending a welcome to newcomers in the community: whatever their background, identity or level of knowledge.

SANTA CRUZ/MONTEREY Conservative

Congregation Kol Tefillah 200 Washington St., Suite 109 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 254-7325 koltefillah.org president@koltefillah.org President: Linda Shaw

Or Shalom Jewish Community 333 Cortland Ave. San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 469-5542 orshalom.org admin@orshalom.org Rabbi Faryn Borella Executive Director: Amy Mallor San Francisco’s only Reconstructionist congregation, offering down-to-earth Jewish practices, educational classes for adults and children, and volunteer opportunities. Or Shalom Jewish Community is a modern, dynamic, and musical community of Jews and non-Jews.

Reform

Congregation Emanu-El 2 Lake St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2535 Fax: (415) 751-2511 emanuelsf.org communications@emanuelsf.org Director of Member Experience: Ariana Estoque

Lay-led Conservative-affiliated shul.

Services at 10 a.m. Offers visitors a shomer Shabbat experience as congregation is two blocks from motels and walks along West Cliff.

Jewish Renewal

Chadeish Yameinu Jewish Renewal Mail to: P.O. Box 3578 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 (831) 295-8467 cysantacruz.com rabbi@cysantacruz.com Rabbi Eli Cohen Supports ongoing renewal of Judaism — bringing spiritual vitality into our lives, drawing on kabbalistic/Hasidic sources, and embracing a vision that all paths have a role.

Traditional synagogue located in the heart of the Richmond District. Geared

Jewish community that affirms the sacred in each one. Rooted in history as San Fran-

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Congregation Sha’ar Zahav 290 Dolores St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 861-6932 shaarzahav.org office@shaarzahav.org Rabbi Mychal Copeland Administrator: Susie Idzik

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An inclusive community for all, committed to study (Torah), worship (avodah) and working to repair the world (tikkun olam).

United Schneerson Synagogue 2655 Balboa St. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 724-8652 scofsf.com rabbipil770@gmail.com Rabbi Bentzion Pil Rebbetzin Mattie Pil

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cisco’s gay and lesbian synagogue, offering the warmth and comfort of chosen family.

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Celebrate Judaism with a warm, friendly community. All levels of observance welcome. Shabbat/holiday hospitality, adult education/programs. Children’s programs.

Daily/Shabbat services.

for Russian-speaking Jews primarily but caters to Jews of all backgrounds and levels, including nonbelievers and atheists.

Orthodox

Chabad by the Sea P.O. Box 554 Santa Cruz, CA 95061 (831) 454-0101 chabadbythesea.com info@chabadbythesea.com Co-directors: Rabbi Yochanan Friedman Mrs. Baily Friedman Serving the Santa Cruz Jewish community with educational, social and humanitarian programs.

Chabad of Monterey 620 Lighthouse Ave. Suite 100 Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (831) 643-2770 chabadofmonterey.com chabadmonterey@gmail.com Rabbi Dovid Holtzberg

Reform

Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Road Carmel, CA 93923 (831) 624-2015 Fax: (831) 624-4786 carmelbethisrael.org shalomcbi@aol.com Rabbi Bruce Greenbaum Executive Director: Julie Chase Largest and oldest Reform synagogue and Jewish cultural center for the Monterey Peninsula. Looking to our heritage as a repository of wisdom, insight and numerous possibilities for religious expression.

Temple Beth El 1212 Riker St. Salinas, CA 93901 (831) 424-9151 Fax: (831) 424-9327 templebethelsalinas.org templebethelsalinas@gmail.com Cantor Margaret Bruner

A popular center for Jews of all backgrounds who want to learn more about their Jewish roots. Offering educational and spiritual opportunities, including Torah Offers social and community service proclasses and lectures, Shabbaton dinners, grams in addition to Shabbat and festival and family and social activities. services and educational programs.

Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Road Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444 Fax: (831) 475-7246 tbeaptos.org info@tbeaptos.org Senior Rabbi: Paula Marcus Membership Experience and Program Manager: Melissa Sunberg

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Passionate about peace and justice, creative about prayer, joyful about tradition.

Focused on learning, community, worship and the pursuit of tikkun olam (repairing the world).

Conversions

Most congregational rabbis are available for lifecycle events and to teach Jews-bychoice. Many synagogues have conversion programs. Contact the Board of Rabbis of Northern California at (415) 369-2860, the East Bay Council of Rabbis at (510) 522-9355 or the Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose at (408) 358-3033. Also see Chapter 3, Lifecycles.

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.

18 Doors 18doors.org/san-francisco-local Resource for interfaith couples exploring Jewish life, providing in-depth, easy-toaccess resources that empower couples to make Jewish choices and help their families embrace the choices they make.

Building Bridges Together 405 El Camino Real, Suite 433 Menlo Park, CA 94025 (650) 580-8273 buildingbridgestogether.net diane.frankle@gmail.com President, CEO, & Co-founder: Robert Frankle Chairman, COO & Co-founder: Diane Frankle A nonprofit organization offering easily implementable interfaith dialogue programming for Jewish, Christian and Muslim faith communities. The six-session Interfaith Bridges™ program includes dinner and facilitated discussions. These lay-led programs create meaningful relationships among participants.

Building Jewish Bridges: Embracing Interfaith Families 2808 Summit St. Oakland, CA 94609 (510 ) 679-0209 buildingjewishbridges.org dawn@buildingjewishbridges.org Director: Dawn Kepler Workshops and panel discussions on interfaith/intercultural issues. Couples meetings and individualized assistance. Negotiating differences, raising children, finding community. Secular and agnostic welcome.

Biweekly email with events and advice for interfaith families.

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American Jewish World Service San Francisco Bay Area 131 Steuart St., Suite 200 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 593-3296 ajws.org ashalev@ajws.org Executive Director, Western Region: Alon Shalev

121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6423 jewishfed.org/ businessreferralcommunity jeannem@sfjcf.org Director, Advancement Programs: Jeanne Miller

preparation, negotiation and counsel than many other donation options. Organization’s approach focuses on the connections between estate planning, philanthropic giving and Jewish values.

Leverages Jewish business professionals’ interests in networking in combination with shared Jewish values in advancing the Jewish Community Federation’s mission.

Camp Collective Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 campcollective.org communityimpact@sfjcf.org Program Manager, Community Impact: Eliezah Hoffman Inspired by Judaism’s commitment to justice, organization works to realize human rights Consortium composed of six Jewish overand end poverty in the developing world. night camps offering a rich variety of outdoor B’nai B’rith International Golden Pacific Region (Central, Northern California & Hawaii) (925) 935-7111 bnaibrith.org goldmancpa@aol.com Regional President: Stan Goldman

immersive experiences for youth, working together toward a shared vision of making camp available to more Bay Area kids.

Community Security Program Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. International service organization advocating San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2893 for the Jewish people and Israel. Promotes Jewish unity, security and continuity, fighting jewishfed.org security@sfjcf.org antisemitism and intolerance worldwide.

Senior Director, Community Security: Rafael Brinner Be’chol Lashon 3245 Geary Blvd., Suite 591478 Provides security consultation, training, San Francisco, CA 94159 and customized support to Jewish organi(415) 386-2604 zations in San Francisco, the Peninsula, the globaljews.org North Bay and the East Bay. info@globaljews.org Interim Director: Julian Voloj Estate and Gift Planning Jewish Community Federation and Celebrates the racial and ethnic diversity Endowment Fund of Jewish life through diversity trainings, 121 Steuart St. educational resources, speakers bureau and San Francisco, CA 94105 inclusive experiential programs like Camp jewishfed.org/giftplanning Be’chol Lashon. steveb@sfjcf.org Senior Director, Gift Planning and Business Referral Community Groups Endowments: Steve Brown Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund Estate and gift planning require more *advertisers

Federation Philanthropy Partners Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6225 jewishfed.org/fpp philanthropy@sfjcf.org Connects impact and meaning through Jewish values; helps create donor’s mission, connect with research organizations and involve donors’ family. Collaborates to align donor's giving with their vision for a better world.

Hadassah Central Pacific Coast Region P.O. Box 31 Benicia, CA 94510 (310) 276-0036 hadassah.org/region/central-pacific-coast cpcinfo@hadassah.org Regional President: Susan Cohen Grossman Hadassah, the volunteer-driven Women’s Zionist Organization of America, promotes a partnership, commitment and passion for Israel by enhancing pace-setting health care treating all and providing at-risk youth education and leadership.

Jewish Coalition for Literacy* Bay Area Office 131 Steuart St., Suite 205 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 977-7435 jclread.org ngalloway@jcrc.org Communications and Program Manager: Nieema Galloway Program Manager: Macy Khangura, Engages and serves the community by training and supporting volunteer reading tutors who work with struggling young readers (kindergarten to fifth grade).

Partners with underserved Bay Area public schools, after-school programs and nonprofits.

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National Council of Jewish Women San Francisco Section 2000 Van Ness Ave., Suite 411 San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 346-4600 .ncjwsf.org info@ncjwsf.org Nonprofit social justice group helps turn progressive ideas into action. Inspired by Jewish values, members work to improve quality of life and safeguard rights and freedoms for all.

ORT America Bay Area Office 131 Walden Road Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (415) 794-7339 ortamerica.org/regions/west-coast-region yagranovsky@ortamerica.org Director, Bay Area: Yana Agranovsky

(408) 357-7503 jvalley.org philanthropy@jvalley.org Philanthropy Manager: Catey Cramer Ensuring a vibrant Jewish community in Silicon Valley while promoting the well-being of all people by providing visionary leadership, philanthropic support, and meaningful programs and experiences that are rooted in Jewish values and traditions.

UpStart National headquarters 1111 Broadway, 3rd floor Oakland, CA 94607 (415) 536-5918, x1 upstartlab.org info@upstartlab.org Director: Dalia Caplan Inspires and empowers leaders to dream, build and grow bold initiatives that enhance the vitality of Jewish life.

Organization committed to strengthening communities throughout the world by educating people against all odds and obstacles, Workers Circle/Arbeter Ring changing lives through education.

Branch 1054 (Northern California) 3657 Wawona St. Philanthropy & Development San Francisco, CA 94116 Jewish Silicon Valley circle.org/northern-california 14855 Oka Road dmscott01@yahoo.com Los Gatos, CA 95032 Branch Chair: Diana Scott

Fosters Jewish, especially Yiddish, and secular culture, education, and the pursuit of social, economic and environmental justice.

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EcoJews of the Bay (415) 596-9913 aytzim.org ilana@aytzim.org Director: Ilana Tova Gauss

Aims to inspire environmental action through Jewish values. Events and resources focus on living Jewish environmental ethics. A project of the national nonprofit organization Aytzim.

Urban Adamah 1151 Sixth St. Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 649-1595 urbanadamah.org info@urbanadamah.org Executive Director: Adam Weisberg Senior Director of People and Operations: Kat Morgan

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Organic farm and education center offering a three-month residential fellowship for young adults; summer camp; hands-on programs for youth, families and adults; Jewish festival celebrations.

Wilderness Torah 2222 Harold Way Suite CW508 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 926-4648 wildernesstorah.org info@wildernesstorah.org Executive Director: Rabbi Zelig Golden Administrator: Rick Kelley Reconnects Jewish life to nature, revitalizing Jewish education and community for thousands of participants through holiday retreats, nature-based youth education and leadership training.

Federations

Based on the traditions of tzedakah (righteous behavior) and communal responsibility, the Jewish Federations are volunteer-based, nonprofit organizations that raise funds 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 and Endowment Fund* 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-0411 jewishfed.org info@sfjcf.org CEO: Joy Sisisky Supporting the Jewish community for over 100 years, the Federation partners with donors, organizations and foundations to address the pressing issues facing our community.

Peninsula Office 3921 Fabian Way Suite E-103 Palo Alto, CA 94303 jewishfed.org info@sfjcf.org Mobilizes innovation, collaboration and investment to shape diverse and *advertisers

Jewish Silicon Valley* 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 Fax: (408) 358-7311 jvalley.org info@jvalley.org

Bay Area Holocaust Oral History Project San Mateo County History Museum

Taped testimonies and transcripts of concentration camp survivors, ghetto survivors, liberators, Shanghai survivors and people surviving in hiding and now living in San Mateo County. By appointment only.

Build a strong Jewish community while receiving income.

Formed by the 2021 merger of Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley and the Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, this organization harnesses the power of community to improve lives, build bridges of understanding and strengthen the Jewish people.

Holocaust & Tolerance

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 and Genocide at Sonoma State University c/o University Advancement 1801 E. Cotati Ave. Rohnert Park, CA 94928 holocaust.sonoma.edu/alliance alliance@sonoma.edu Co-presidents: Yehoyada Mbangukira Christyne Davidian Supports the SSU Center for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide. Co-sponsors the annual Holocaust and Genocide Lecture Series; coordinates local public school presentations by survivors and descendants of the Holocaust and other genocides. *advertisers

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The Federation’s Israel office supports innovative programs working to build and sustain a pluralistic, democratic and shared society with equal opportunity for all.

A group for those who were hidden children during the Holocaust and their descendants. Meets regularly at members’ homes.

2200 Broadway St. Redwood City, CA 94063 (650) 299-0104 Fax: (650) 299-0141 historysmc.org archives@historysmc.org Archival Collections Specialist: Debra Peterson

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Israel Office 34 Geula St. (Steinberg Youth Village) Kfar Saba, Israel 4425709 jewishfed.org/workInisrael info@sfjcf.org Director: Barak Loozon

Bay Area Hidden Children (650) 996-4968 holocaustchild.org/about/ wfjcshd-member-groups jkringold@gmail.com Contact: Jeannette Ringold

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dynamic Bay Area Jewish communities, who work together to better lives and communities locally, in Israel and around the world.

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Center for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide 1801 E. Cotati Ave. Schulz Information Center, 2nd Floor Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 664-4076 sonoma.edu/holocaust centerh@sonoma.edu Director: Myrna Goodman

2245 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3717 jfcsholocaustcenter.org holocaustcenter@jfcs.org Director: Morgan Blum Schneider Director of Programming: Yedida Kanfer

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

Northern California's primary resource for Holocaust education. Tauber Library, archives, oral history collection and artifacts, survivor speakers bureau, teacher training, student programs, Holocaust remembrance.

Generation to Generation 18 Hunter Creek Fairfax, CA 94930 (415) 460-5464 generationtogeneration@yahoo.com Esther Rosha-Stadtler

Holocaust Memorial Mail to: 121 Steuart St. Suite 301 San Francisco, CA 94105 Lincoln Park, Legion of Honor Drive San Francisco, CA

Nonprofit organization for sons and daughters of Holocaust survivors. Support network, email list. Serves Northern California.

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 Center Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties

Holocaust Survivor Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin

and Sonoma counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3700 jfcs.org/holocaust-survivors info@seniorsathome.org Assistance with reparations; care management; social activities, including the weekly Café by the Bay, now online. Transportation, comprehensive senior services, and financial and practical assistance for survivors and their families.

Holocaust Survivor Services Jewish Family & Commmunity Services, East Bay 2151 Salvio St., Suite 350 Concord, CA 94520 2484 Shattuck Ave., Suite 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (925) 927-2000 x257 Fax: (925) 927-3131 jfcs-eastbay.org/ holocaust-survivor-services rclancy@jfcs-eastbay.org Director of Adult Services: Rita Clancy, LCSW Chief Operation Officer: Jonathan Wang Providing services and assistance for 250+

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Local Jewish community centers play an important role in building and sustaining Jewish life in the Bay Area.

Jewish Partisan Educational Foundation 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 563-2244 jewishpartisans.org sheri@jewishpartisans.org Director of Development and Outreach: Sheri Rosenblum Founder and Board Secretary: Mitch Braff Distributes innovative curricula about the heroic resistance of the 30,000 Jewish partisans who fought back against tyranny.

Provides information to educational and cultural organizations worldwide, reaching millions of young people and students annually.

Kindertransport Association Northern California Chapter kindertransport.org info@kindertransport.org Contacts: Robin Smallberg Linda Waldroup

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Reparations claims assistance, emergency services including food assistance, case management, home care, medical assistance, home visits and wellness services.

Services available in English, Russian and Hebrew.

JCCs & Campuses

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 women’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 events and services for seniors.

Contact the JCC in your area.

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Holocaust Survivor Services, Silicon Valley Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Road, Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 556-0600 jfssv.org/gethelp jfs@jfssv.org

Organizes reunions and events for Kindertransport survivors and the next generations. It is also involved in Holocaust education through a speakers bureau and traveling exhibits.

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Holocaust survivors in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, including home care, care management, volunteers, counseling, social groups and restitution assistance.

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Oshman Family JCC | Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life | 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 | paloaltojcc.org | (650) 223-8700

Lonee C. Hoytt Jewish Campus 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 marinjcc.org/about-us Home to Osher Marin JCC, Brandeis Marin Day School, Congregation Rodef Sholom.

North Peninsula Jewish Campus 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 npjc.org Meeting place for individuals and families to celebrate, learn, and stay healthy in both body and spirit. Home to the Peninsula Jewish Community Center and the Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School.

Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8700 paloaltojcc.org/taube-koret-campus info@paloaltojcc.org Anchored by the Oshman Family JCC and Moldaw Residences, the campus is also the home of the Jewish Community Federation, Jewish Study Network and the Friendship Circle.

JCCs

Addison-Penzak JCC Los Gatos 14855 Oka Road., Suite 201 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7429 Fax: (408) 358-7311 apjcc.org info@jvalley.org Home to a fitness and aquatics center, tennis and sports programs, and a preschool.

Offering child care, youth camps and programs, adult education, senior programs and cultural events. Powered by Jewish Silicon Valley. *advertisers

(415) 292-1200/ Fax: (415) 276-1550 jccsf.org support@jccsf.org CEO: Paul Geduldig

Connecting community, inspiring Jewish journeys, supporting vibrant health and wellness, and bringing people together for learning and living more joyfully.

World-class lectures and performances, state-of-the-art fitness center, outstanding preschools and extracurricular enrichment, hundreds of inspiring educational, recreational, social and wellness programs.

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Newly renovated fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, summer and vacation camps, performing arts center, classes, JewServing the community with inclusive, dynamic programming and outreach at var- ish life programs and year-round preschool. ious venues. Featuring innovative programming including Young Family events, youth Oshman Family JCC* activities, Under One Tent, Outside the Box 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 and Project Impact.

(650) 223-8700 paloaltojcc.org JCC East Bay – info@paloaltojcc.org Berkeley Branch* CEO: Zack Bodner 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 Cultural, social, fitness, recreational and (510) 848-0237/ Fax: (510) 848-0170 educational programs for everyone. Range jcceastbay.org of facilities from state-of-the-art fitness info@jcceastbay.org center to stunning cultural arts hall.

CEO: Melissa Chapman Peninsula JCC* Inclusive community gathering place 800 Foster City Blvd. offering holiday celebrations, arts and Foster City, CA 94404 culture, preschool, afterschool, camp, Mac(650) 212-PJCC (7522) cabi games, adult classes and social action Fax: (650) 378-2799 opportunities. pjcc.org info@pjcc.org JCC of San Francisco CEO: Jordan Shenker 3200 California St. COO: Lael Gray San Francisco, CA 94118

JCC Sonoma County 1301 Farmers Lane, Suite C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-4222 Fax: (707) 528-4288 jccsoco.org office@jccsoco.org Offers multigenerational programs, Jewish and Israeli film festivals, Friendship Circle for adults 55+ and cultural events. An inclusive community center, committed to providing a deeper connection to Jewish life through cultural, educational and social opportunities.

Osher Marin JCC 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ Fax: (415) 491-1235

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.

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Home of Jewish Silicon Valley, which provides programs through Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, as well as Yavneh Day School, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley and the Community Mikvah.

marinjcc.org info@marinjcc.org CEO: Judy Wolff-Bolton Director, Taube Center for Jewish Peoplehood: Jessica Rosenberg

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Levy Family Campus 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 Fax: (408) 358-7311 jvalley.org info@jvalley.org

Contra Costa JCC 3527 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 176 Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 938-7800 ccjcc.org info@ccjcc.org Program Director: Riva Gambert

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American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Pacific Northwest Region P.O. Box 207 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 989-4140/ Fax: (415) 989-5202 aipac.org pacificnorthwest@aipac.org Western States Director: Wayne Klitofsky

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Central Pacific Region 720 Market St., Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 981-3500/ Fax: (415) 981-8933 sanfrancisco.adl.org central-pacific@adl.org Interim Regional Director: Teresa Drenick Director of Development: Jennifer Rider

Bipartisan organization of pro-Israel Americans committed to strengthening and expanding the U.S.-Israel relationship in ways that enhance the security of both countries.

Organization fighting antisemitism and all forms of bias and bigotry through antibias training, exposing extremist activity, security training to Jewish institutions and much more.

American Jewish Committee (AJC) Northern California Region 121 Steuart St. Suite 405 San Francisco, CA 94501 (415) 777-3820 ajc.org/sanfrancisco sanfrancisco@ajc.org Regional Director: Rabbi Serena Eisenberg Development Director: Kim Bistrong

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action Bay Area (212) 213-2113 x602 bay.bendthearc.us southbay@bendthearc.us Associate Organizing Director: Kayla Glick

Global Jewish advocacy organization for more than a century; working to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and to advance human rights and democratic values for all.

Working to create a just and equitable country free from white supremacy. With a mission rooted in our Jewish call to action, it organizes American Jews to pursue economic and racial justice and civil rights.

Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC)* Bay Area 121 Steuart St., Suite 301 San Francisco, CA 94105

JCRC IS PROUD TO SERVE AS THE LARGEST COLLECTIVE VOICE OF BAY AREA JEWS

(415) 957-1551 jcrc.org info@jcrc.org Executive Director: Tyler Gregory The largest collective voice of Bay Area Jews. It advocates for our Jewish community and works together with other communities so the full vibrancy and diversity of Jewish identity will be embraced and celebrated.

Jews of Color Initiative jewsofcolorinitiative.org ilana@jewsofcolorinitiative.org Chief Executive Officer: Ilana Kaufman Executive Assistant and Board Liaison: Theresa Precia Bay Area-based national effort building and advancing the professional, organizational and communal field for Jews of color, advancing racial equity in the Jewish community and strengthening the leadership of Jews of color.

Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa (JIMENA) P.O. Box 6872 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 626-5062 jimena.org info@jimena.org Executive Director: Sarah Levin Senior Program Director: Sapir Taib An international, nonprofit organization that pursues the advancement and inclusion of the heritage, history and rights of Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews.

Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club (RWJDC) 3450 Sacramento St. Suite 153 San Francisco, CA 94118 wallenbergdems.org info@wallenbergdems.org

Join us in pursuit of a more just society where Jewish identity is embraced and all people thrive.

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Club members engage in political action and civic participation to translate core Jewish values into public policy and to educate voters.

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Career Coaching

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

Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) 1 Post St., FL 7 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 391-3600 Fax: (415) 391-3617 jvs.org info@jvs.org CEO: Lisa Countryman-Quiroz Provides training to build in-demand skills, make connections and find jobs to transform their lives. All offerings are online.

The Job Search Accelerator helps people relaunch their careers.

Counseling & Support

The agencies and organizations below offer specialized services. In addition, see the Family Services listing in this chapter for a complete listing of JFCS services and branches. Also see Health & Medical listings in this chapter. The Bereavement section in Chapter 3, Lifecycles, deals specifically with mourning and loss.

Adults & Families Community Services, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley Levy Family Campus 14855 Oka Road Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 556-0600 Fax: (408) 551-0625 jfssv.org/gethelp jfs@jfssv.org *advertisers

Provides a safety net of case management, counseling, advocacy and emergency assistance to people in the community facing a life crisis or ongoing challenges.

Valerie A. Goss, MFT* 329 S. San Antonio Road Suite 3 Los Altos, CA 94022 (650) 279-7717 valeriegossmft.com vagocatherapist@gmail.com Helping individuals and couples navigate through the labyrinth of human relationships and life’s transitions, be it marriage concerns, parenting, work/life balance or stress management.

Jewish Chaplaincy Services Stanford Medicine 300 Pasteur Drive Suite HG004 Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-3808 Fax: (650) 725-8907 jfcs.org/jewishchaplaincy jewishchaplaincy@jfcs.org Director: Chaplain Bruce Feldstein, M.D. Program Coordinator: Dana Doctorow Jewish chaplains and trained volunteers, serving Stanford Medicine and JFCS, provide spiritual comfort and compassionate care tailored to individual beliefs and needs.

Goal is to ensure the patient and family are not alone.

JFCS Counseling Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 jfcs.org/counseing info@jfcs.org Experienced clinicians help individuals, couples and families meet life’s challenges.

Expertise in depression, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, loneliness, significant life transitions, separation and divorce, job loss, and illness. Provides in-person and teletherapy services

JFCS Dream Program Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1212 jfcs.org/dreamprogram info@jfcs.org Director of Family Support Services: Susan Carroll Comprehensive services for domestic violence survivors, including in-depth assessment of medical, emotional, vocational, financial, educational and legal needs.

Shalom Bayit: Ending Domestic Violence in Jewish Homes P.O. Box 2883 Berkeley, CA 94702 Counseling: (866) SHALOM-7 (742-5667) Business: (510) 845-8874 Peninsula office: (650) 574-SAFE (574-7233) Fax: (510) 845-8877 shalom-bayit.org info@shalom-bayit.org Founding Executive Director: Naomi Tucker Prevention Manager: Becca Posamentier Bay Area Jewish resource center on gender-based violence. Counseling for abusive/ controlling relationships (Russian, Hebrew, English); domestic violence/sexual harassment training and consultation; youth and adult education on healthy relationships, boundaries, consent and preventing abuse.

Disability Services Chaverim Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2151 Salvio St., Suite 350 Concord, CA 94520 (925) 927-2000 Fax: (925) 927-3131 jfcs-eastbay.org/disability-services Contact: Brittany Couture

Social and educational group for neurodivergent adult Jews and their families.

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Hatikvah House 577 N. Central Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 (408) 379-0106 lsahomes.org/hatikvah-home info@lsahomes.org Administrator: Tsion Haile Board Member: Bruce Wolfe Jewish group home for developmentally disabled adults. Independent-living training. Provides social, recreational and support programs for area families.

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JFCS Disabilities Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3805 TDD: (415) 567-1044 Fax: (415) 449-3805 jfcs.org/disabilities-services ryanb@jfcs.org Director of Disability Services: Ryan Berman 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.

JFCS Shupin Community 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3805 jfcs.org/shupin ryanb@jfcs.org Director of Disability Services: Ryan Berman An urban independent-living facility coupled with comprehensive, personalized support so that adults with developmental disabilities can live full lives and age with dignity.

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) 449-2901 jfcs.org/find-help/seniors/ lchaim-health-center annab@jfcs.org Program Director: Anna Borovik Intake Coordinator: Lyudmila Mashinskaya Licensed adult day-health program providing medical, rehabilitative, and social services to frail elderly and adults with functional impairments; offering special outreach to Russian-speaking individuals.

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. JFCS Émigré Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties jfcs.org/emigres info@jfcs.org Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3030 Multilingual staff has helped thousands of Russian-speaking emigres to acculturate and start new lives. Services include legal guidance, citizenship classes, counseling, loans and grants, senior day

Specializing in helping you develop tools for managing depression and anxiety as well as strengthen your ability to communicate and experience a more fulfilling life.

Services offered include Relationship Counseling, Parenting Counseling, Psychotherapy, Anger and Stress Management and Work/Life Balance.

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programs, and more.

San Francisco 2534 Judah St San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 449-2900 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.

Refugee Resettlement and Acculturation Services Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Road Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 556-0600 jfssv.org jfs@jfssv.org One of three leading refugee resettlement agencies in Northern California, JFS SV provides resettlement and career services to 550+ refugees annually, most recently serving refugees from Afghanistan and Ukraine.

JFCS/EB Refugee Services Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2151 Salvio St. Suite 350 Concord, CA 94520 (925) 927-2000 Fax: (925) 927-3131 jfcs-eastbay.org/refugee-resettlement fazizi@jfcs-eastbay.org Director of Refugee Services: Fouzia Azizi Provides initial refugee resettlement as well as ongoing guidance as newcomers learn to live and be successful in a new country.

Family Services

Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2151 Salvio St. Suite 350 Concord, CA 94520 (925) 927-2000 jfcs-eastbay.org info@jfcs-eastbay.org CEO: Robin Mencher A community-based, direct social and human services organization that supports Alameda and Contra Costa county residents of all ages, races and religions with the vision of a community where everyone can flourish with dignity. *advertisers

Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties* jfcs.org Executive Director: Dr. Anita Friedman San Francisco — main office 2150 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1200/ TDD: (415) 345-1927 Fax: (415) 449-3839 info@jfcs.org

JFS SV’s Center for Aging and Caregiver Services combines seamless personalized care coordination, fall prevention and compassionate counseling.

Experience convenience and support all in one place.

Call (408) 806-6231 or visit our website www.jfssv.org to learn more about our services, volunteer opportunities or ways you can support our work in the community.

Interest-Free Loans for a Variety of Needs

South Peninsula 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 688-3030 Fax: (650) 543-4794 spen@jfcs.org Services for individuals and families: senior home care, counseling and emergency assistance, food, therapy for children, parent consultation, youth programs, adoption, disabilities services and support for Holocaust survivors.

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Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley* 14855 Oka Road Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 556-0600 jfssv.org jfs@jfssv.org CEO: Susan Frazer, LCSW Director of Development & Community Engagement: Debbie Michels Comprehensive services for older adults and caregivers, individuals and families, refugee resettlement and career services, and volunteer opportunities for all ages. *advertisers

First Home Purchase Health Care Fertility Disaster Relief Unemployment AND MORE!

www.HFLASF.org

415-546-9902 info@hflasf.org

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North Peninsula 2001 Winward Way Suite 200 San Mateo, CA 94404 (650) 931-1800 Fax: (650) 931-1814 sanmateo@jfcs.org

Every day we restore hope and transform lives!

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Sonoma County 2200 Range Ave. Suite 101 Santa Rosa, CA 94503 (707) 303-1500 sonoma@jfcs.org

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Marin 600 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 (415) 419-3600 Fax: (415) 419-3657 marin@jfcs.org

Grants & Financial Aid

JFCS Financial Aid Center Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 A number of Jewish community agencies San Francisco, CA 94115 provide financial assistance to individuals, (415) 449-1226 through funding they receive from the Fax: (415) 848-7012 Northern California Jewish Federations as jfcs.org/financial-aid well as other fundraising efforts. For specific michellel@jfcs.org loan, grant and scholarship information, Director of Financial Aid Center: please contact the agencies below.

Michelle Lamphere

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Hebrew Free Loan* 131 Steuart St. Suite 520 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 546-9902 Fax: (415) 546-7479 hflasf.org info@hflasf.org Operations Officer: Valerie Rocklin Executive Director: Cindy Rogoway

No-interest loans and grants for pandemic recovery, small businesses, undergraduate/ graduate studies, vocational training, Israel study, Jewish summer camp. Emergency aid for housing, food and other essentials on short-term basis.

Interest-free loans help Jewish residents of Northern California to overcome financial challenges or pursue life dreams. Loans include student, business, general needs, fertility, health care, emergency, first-time homebuyer, and more.

Familial Dysautonomia Prevention and Education Program (510) 654-5882 familialdysautonomia.org michael.rancer@gmail.com Past President, FD Hope: Michael Rancer

JCF Grants to Organizations and Scholarships Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 jewishfed.org/findscholarships information@sfjcf.org Managing Director, Engagement, Community Impact: David Green Makes meaningful Jewish experiences accessible and affordable by providing grants and funding for various experiences and opportunities. These may include teen camps and trips, journeys to Israel, and youth and family camps.

Jewish Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Road Suite 200 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-3636 jvalley.org/get-connected/ scholarship info@jvalley.org Provides funding through scholarships and grants to children and teens, which may include overnight camps, teen leadership and trips to Israel. Procedures ensure fairness and confidentiality.

Health & Medical

F.D. is a progressive and fatal genetic disease found almost exclusively among Ashkenazi Jews. Carrier testing available at Kaiser health centers and other private laboratories.

Jewish Community Free Clinic 50 Montgomery Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 585-7780 Fax: (707) 585-7784 jewishfreeclinic.org director@jewishfreeclinic.org Executive Director: Donna Waldman Clinical Director: Deborah Roberts

info@seniorsathome.org Director: Juli Koffman Interdisciplinary team offers specialized support to help relieve suffering and improve quality of life for people with serious illness and at the end of life.

UC SF Prenatal Diagnostic Center Department of OB/GYN and Reproductive Sciences 1825 Fourth St., third floor San Francisco, CA 94158 Appointments: (415) 476-4080, x1 (888) 689-8273 Fax: (415) 353-4077 www.ucsfhealth.org/clinics/ prenatal-diagnostic-center For all women, pregnant or not. Information on carrier screening for multiple disorders affecting Ashkenazi Jews. Centers in San Francisco, Greenbrae, Monterey and San Mateo.

UC SF-Stanford Lysosomal Storage Disease Center Ron Conway Family Gateway Medical Building 1825 Fourth St., Sixth floor San Francisco, CA 94158 (866) 476-2757 Fax: (415) 476-9976 ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/clinics/ lysosomal_storage_disease_center Provides comprehensive consultation, clinical and laboratory evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and genetic counseling for patients with lysosomal storage disorders and their families.

LGBTQ Support

Congregation Sha’ar Zahav 290 Dolores St. San Francisco, CA 94103 Free, volunteer-based medical clinic, spon(415) 861-6932 sored by the Jewish community, offering care to anyone in need — regardless of eth- shaarzahav.org nicity or religion. Bilingual medical, nursing office@shaarzahav.org Administrator: Susie Idzik and referral services.

Rabbi Mychal Copeland JFCS Palliative Care Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3777 Fax: (415) 449-3742 seniorsathome.org

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Progressive, diverse and participatory Jewish community, established in 1977, that honors and maintains its LGBTQ culture and history while welcoming all.

JFCS LGBTQ Services Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. *advertisers

P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1214 jfcs.org/lgbtq robynb@jfcs.org Counseling services for individuals, couples and families — with special outreach to the elderly, services for people with HIV, workshops, seminars and adoption services.

Celebrating over 20 years, this camp is a weekend experience designed for LGBTQ families. Aug. 2-27, 2023. Need-based financial assistance available.

A Wider Bridge 2912 Diamond St., Suite 348 San Francisco, CA 94131 (866) 288-5774 awiderbridge.org info@awiderbridge.org Executive Director: Ethan Felson Pro-Israel organization working to create opportunities for LGBTQ people in the United States, along with friends and allies, to engage and connect with Israel.

Material Donations Book Bank USA, Inc. 70 Mitchell Blvd., Suite 106 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 479-7902 Fax: (415) 479-5464 bookbankusa.org kluger001@aol.com President : Andrew Kluger

Accepts and distributes books, comput*advertisers

Most Jewish organizations welcome help from volunteers. Those listed below offer a variety of placements. For specific placements, contact individual agencies and Accepts cars, boats, motor vehicles, working organizations. and non-working (in most cases) and estate JFCS Volunteer Program items. Proceeds used for social programs, Jewish Family and Children’s Services educational, community and children’s of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin programs. and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. Jewish Family & Community Services P.O. Box 159004 East Bay San Francisco, CA 94115 2151 Salvio St., Suite 350 (415) 449-1200/ TDD: (415) 345-1927 Concord, CA 94520 jfcs.org/volunteer (925) 927-2000 info@jfcs.org jfcs-eastbay.org/in-kind-donations volunteers@jfcs-eastbay.org Volunteers serve thousands each year. OpVolunteer Services: Ami Dodson portunities for young to adults throughout the Bay Area to reach out to the isolated, Accepts donations of furniture and household items such as toiletries, cleaning elderly and persons with disabilities; food bank organization and deliveries; holiday supplies, and newly purchased household outreach and more. goods (no clothing please). Used for direct service to refugees, immigrants and low-income families across the East Bay. Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-1283/ Fax: (415) 449-3839 jfcs.org/give stacyr@jfcs.org Donors can make a big impact on the lives of those who have little by contributing a car, boat, computer, household items or other gently used property.

Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley Vehicle Donation Program 4855 Oka Road, Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 Toll free: (877) JFS-4CAR (877) 537-4227 (408) 357-7455 jfssv.careasy.org/home debbiem@jfssv.org Director of Development & Community Engagement: Debbie Michels Donate working or non-working cars, boats or motor homes to help provide services for

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Social Services

LGBTQ Keshet Camp at Tawonga 131 Steuart St., Suite 460 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-2267 (415-KIDCAMP) tawonga.org info@tawonga.org Program Director: Ashley Costello Program and Operations Manager: Liz Chenok

Volunteer Placement

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National organization working for full LGBTQ equality and inclusion in Jewish life.

Chabad of the East Bay P.O. Box 5292 Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 540-5824 chabadberkeley.org office@chabadberkeley.org Contact: Sharalyn Stebben

older adults, families and refugees. Obtain a tax deduction while helping those in need.

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Keshet Bay Area 2625 Alcatraz Ave. Suite 275 Berkeley, CA 94705 (415) 766-0390 keshetonline.org eliana.kayelle@keshetonline.org Bay Area Education and Training Manager: Rabbi Eliana Kayelle

ers, games and educational materials to schools, libraries and youth towns in Israel.

Distributes high-tech materials to colleges and businesses.

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Family Resources Parenting & Youth Services Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2484 Shattuck Ave. Suite 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 704-7480 x235 Fax: (510) 704-7494 jfcs-eastbay.org info@jfcs-eastbay.org

Supports and nurtures a wide range of families on issues ranging from early childhood development, middle-school classroom issues and teen-parent communication techniques.

Parents Place Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties (888) 927-0839 ccy.jfcs.org/parentsplace parentsplace@jfcs.org Marin County 600 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 San Mateo 2001 Winward Way Suite 200 San Mateo, CA 94404 Experienced, compassionate parent educators provide parent consultation and coaching, educational workshops, support groups, pregnancy and post-natal support.

Services offered online and in person.

PJ Library® Bay Area Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105

jewishfed.org/pjlibrary vivienb@sfjcf.org Director, PJ Library Bay Area: Vivien Braly Manager, PJ Library Bay Area: Aliza Golshani

Provides free Jewish books for children from birth through the age of 12 and helps families explore traditions, celebrate holidays, and build community across the Bay Area.

PJ Library® of Silicon Valley Jewish Silicon Valley 4855 Oka Road Suite 201 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7508 pjlibrary.org/communities/ jewish-federation-silicon-valley/37505 tamis@jvalley.org Family Educator and PJ Library Manager, Silicon Valley: Tami Segal Sends free Jewish-themed books to families with children 6 months to 8 years. To register, go to pjlibrary.org or tamis@jvalley.org.

Yossi’s Children’s Library Gan Torah Preschool 2015 Latham St. Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 394-READ (7323) yossislibrary.org office@gantorah.com Director: Esti Rosenblat Lending library offering a wide selection of Jewish books and media for children up to age 12 including fiction and nonfiction, comics, holiday-focused books and more.

Educational Resources

The Holiday Series Chabad of Sunnyvale 540 Utica Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 720-0553 chabadsunnyvale.com rabbi@chabadsunnyvale.com

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Director: Rabbi Yisroel Hecht Holiday and mitzvah workshops for schools and youth groups. Students create articles such as matzahs, shofars or tallits at the school. Program is 10 workshops.

Institute for Modern Judaism (925) 212-5679 modernjudaism.org info@modernjudaism.org Director and Lead Educator: Noah Zaves Enlivens Jewish heritage, identity and culture for teens and young adults, through interactive seminars, educational consulting and curriculum development.

Jewish LearningWorks 44 Page St. Suite 604 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 751-6983 jewishlearning.works info@jewishlearning.works CEO: Dana Sheanin Elevating the field of Jewish education by nurturing educators, inspiring innovation and promoting Jewish literacy.

Moving Traditions (215) 887-4511 movingtraditions.org jpapiyan@movingtraditions.org California Regional Director: Julia Papiyan Strengthens Jewish educators and emboldens Jewish youth to thrive by pursuing personal well-being. Challenges gender stereotypes and other forms of discrimination.

Combines positive psychology with Jewish values, partnering with Jewish institutions across North America.

Preschools & Day Care

Innovation and creativity are hallmarks of Jewish preschool and day-care facilities in the Bay Area. Most of these facilities are affiliated with congregations or a JCC, where Jewish values, practices and celebrations are *advertisers

an integral part of education. Celebrations of Shabbat and Jewish holidays deepen connections to Judaism. Please call individual preschools for times and days of operation.

EAST BAY

Beth El Nursery School (BENS) Congregation Beth El 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-9428 bethelnurseryschool.net jodi@bethelberkeley.org Director: Jodi Gladstone Associate Director: Julia Straws Children can develop as independent, caring people. School emphasizes the richness and joy of Judaism within a diverse world.

Full- and half-day programs for ages 2-5.

Beth Sholom Preschool Temple Beth Sholom 642 Dolores Ave. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 357-8505 x3/ Fax: (510) 357-1375 tbssanleandro.com/preschool preschool@tbssanleandro.org Preschool Director: Amanda Chase

Congregation Netivot Shalom Preschool 1316 University Ave. Berkeley, CA 94702 (510) 549-9447 x110 netivotshalom.org/cns-preschool preschool@netivotshalom.org Preschool Director: Karen Llamas Serving children ages 2 to pre-K, with emergent, nature-rich approach to learning while weaving Jewish life, practice and culture throughout each day.

Gan Avraham Preschool Temple Beth Abraham *advertisers

Nurturing developmental preschool program rich with Jewish culture. Providing children a foundation to grow educationally, socially and spiritually. Extended care options: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Accredited by Association for Early Learning Leaders.

Gan Chabad Preschool Chabad of the Tri-Valley 784 Palomino Drive Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 846-0700 jewishtrivalley.com/preschool fruma@jewishtrivalley.com Director: Fruma Resnick

Developmentally appropriate, play-based program guided by Jewish values and experienced teachers for children from 2 to 5 years. Diapers OK. Gan Shalom Preschool Congregation Beth Israel 1630 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 848-3298 ganshalomberkeley.org director@ganshalomberkeley.org Director: Emma Schnur Developmental program for ages 2 to 5 years. Enriched curriculum focuses on Judaica in a play-based, homelike setting.

Extended day care available.

Holistic blend of educational theories. Integrating Jewish values. Shabbat celebrations and challah baking. Focusing on social, cognitive, emotional, physical and academic Gan Yiladim of Contra Costa (925) 937-4101 development. jewishcontracosta.com/preschool chaya@jewishcontracosta.com Gan Ilan Preschool Director : Chaya Berkowitz Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 945 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-8453 temple-isaiah.org/education/ gan-ilan-preschool ganilan@temple-isaiah.org Director of Early Childhood Education: Courtney Ludlow

Developmental preschool program with emphasis on the beauty of Jewish tradition.

Early morning and afternoon extended care available.

Gan Mah Tov Beth Jacob Congregation 3778 Park Blvd.

Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 530-2146/ Fax: (510) 482-2374

Premier Jewish preschool in downtown Walnut Creek serving children from infancy to 5 years old.

Access 128 years of SF Bay Area Jewish history via J.’s digital archive

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Developmental program for ages 2½ to 5 years. Children learn about their heritage and their world through arts and crafts, cooking, music and dramatic play.

Gan B’nai Shalom Preschool 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 933-7633/ Fax: (925) 934-9450 bshalom.org preschool@bshalom.org Director: Marla Medwin

Gan Sameach Preschool and Daycare Temple Beth Torah Mail to: P.O. Box 6017, Fremont, CA 94538 42000 Paseo Padre Parkway Fremont, CA 94539 (510) 651-5833/ Fax: (510) 656-5380 gansameach.org gsameach@bethtorah-fremont.org Director of Preschool: Annie Jacob

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Congregation Beth Emek Preschool 3400 Nevada Court Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925) 931-1055 bethemek.org preschooldirector@bethemek.org Director: Kathi Estill

Play-based preschool ages 2-5, where children experience the richness and variety of Jewish life through hands-on experiences.

Full-day or part-time programs.

Year-round Modern Orthodox preschool (2-5 years) and infant and toddler program (4 months-2 years). Full-or part-time care available. Emphasizing social development, emotional expression and Jewish values/ traditions.

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Enriching preschool ages 2-6; non-toilettrained OK. Shabbat, holidays celebrated.

Developmentally appropriate curriculum. 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Outdoor area, weekly music, gymnastics and storyteller specialist.

ganmahtov.org abencuya@ganmahtov.org Director: Anna Bencuya

327 MacArthur Blvd.

Mail to: 336 Euclid Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 763-7528/ (510) 832-0936 tbaoakland.org gan.director@tbaoakland.org Gan Director: Rachel Fenyves

JCC East Bay Preschool 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 jcceastbay.org nicole.whear@jcceastbay.org Preschool Director: Nicole Acland-Whear

admissions@shalompreschoolca.org Director: Shayna Landes

Award-winning preschool with extended care program for ages 2-5 and transitional kindergarten program based on Jewish culture and heritage.

Temple Sinai David Pregerson Preschool 2808 Summit St. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 451-3263 x313 Fax: (510) 465-0603 oaklandsinai.org ellen@oaklandsinai.org Director: Ellen Lefkowitz

Little Garden Jewish Playgroup Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 945 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-8453 temple-isaiah.org/education/ jewish-playgroup preschooloffice@temple-isaiah.org Facilitator: Jojo Peterson Gan Ilan Preschool’s Friday morning Shabbat-focused playgroup meets weekly for babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

Facilitator offers Jewish education, community-building and fun activities.

Shalom Preschool (510) 936-6298 shalompreschoolca.org

Reggio-inspired and Jewish-infused, the school aims to provide young children with meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Full- or part-time students with extended care program. Developmental program for ages 2-5. Open to members and non-members.

Tree of Life Learning Center* On the campus of Beth Chaim Congregation 1800 Holbrook Drive Danville, CA 94506 (925 ) 736-1363 treeoflifelearningcenter.com kelleycohen.treeoflife@gmail.com Owner/Director: Kelley Cohen

Private, year-round, inclusive Jewish preschool for children ages 2 to 5. Offering an ideal balance of play and hands-on academic learning. School nurtures the whole child, and helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.

MARIN/NORTH BAY

Gan Israel Preschool of Petaluma B’nai Israel Jewish Center 740 Western Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 763-5136 bnaiisrael.net/family-kids/ gan-israel-preschool teri@bnaiisrael.net Director: Teri Porter With over 40 years of experience, preschool is committed to providing a meaningful, developmental educational program that embraces play-based, child-centered, emergent and outdoor curricula.

Gan Outdoor Preschool of San Rafael 1055 Las Ovejas, #6 San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 507-0460 ganisraelsanrafael.com morahgittel@yahoo.com Director: Gittel R. Goodman

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Nature/play-based outdoor program filled with children’s discoveries and knowledge.

Community school that welcomes all; relationship based. Founded on the values of kindness and respect

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A love of learning is rooted in the Tree of Life!

• Inclusive, welcoming learning community • Amazing, loving, creative and happy teachers • Beautiful, large outdoor space to play • Balance of play-based and hands-on academic

learning • Happy place for your child, and your whole family to learn and thrive

We make learning fun! Come play with us!

1800 Holbrook Drive, Danville 925.736.1363

www.treeoflifelearningcenter.com

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The Grove Preschool at Kol Shofar 215 Blackfield Drive Tiburon, CA 94920 (415) 388-1012 grovepreschool.org grovepreschool@kolshofar.org Director: Katherine Barboni Spacious classrooms, plus expansive outdoor play areas opening to a sprawling terrain of hills and fruit trees. This unique outdoor-centered environment provides ample opportunities for exploration so young children can observe and learn.

Osher Marin JCC Preschool and Early Childhood Education Center 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000 marinjcc.org/preschool tlai@marinjcc.org Director of Early Childhood Education: Tamar Lai Preschool Site Director: Erin Burns *advertisers

Toddler and preschool programs inspired

by Jewish values and traditions with a values- and ethics-based curriculum. Children from all religious faiths and backgrounds welcome. Preschools in San Rafael and Mill Valley.

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY

AP JCC Preschool 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7417 Fax: (408) 827-9671 apjcc.org/preschool preschool@jvalley.org Director of Early Childhood Education: Cyndi Sherman Fully licensed Jewish preschool and day care for ages 18 months to 5 years. Extended care available. After-school enrichment classes and summer camp also offered.

Powered by Jewish Silicon Valley.

Beth Jacob Preschool 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 366-8481 Fax: (650) 366-4629 bethjacobrwc.org ann@bethjacobrwc.org Director: Ann Cauterucci

Gan Torah Preschool 2015 Latham St. Mountain View, CA 94040 (650) 390-0100/ Fax: (650) 493-3425 gantorah.com office@gantorah.com Executive Director: Rabbi Yosef Levin Preschool Director: Esti Rosenblat

Peninsula Temple Sholom Preschool 1655 Sebastian Drive Burlingame, CA 94010 Fax: (650) 697-0531 sholom.org preschool@sholom.org Director: Allison Steckley

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Preschool 1030 Astoria Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 738-3060 Fax: (408) 738-0237 sphds.org office@sphds.org Head of School: Rabbi Perry Tirschwell Admissions Director: Atara Goldberg

Provides developmentally appropriate environment where children are encouraged to explore and develop their curiosity through play and challenging experiences. NAEYC accredited.

Jewish preschool for 1½ to 5 years. Inspires children to wonder and follow their interests in Hebrew and English. Programs begin at 8:15 a.m., with dismissal at 12:30 or 3:45 p.m. Aftercare available up to 5:15 p.m.

Peninsula JCC Preschool 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2670 Fax: (650) 378-2699 pjcc.org/preschool preschool@pjcc.org Senior Director of Early Childhood Education, Youth and Family Engagement: Nicole Francis

Preschool & Early Childhood Programs at the OFJCC Book a Tour!

Guided by Jewish principles, the preschool’s play-based curriculum is designed to facilitate deeper understanding and growth, led by the children’s interests, experimentation and inquiry. For ages 2–4. Options: traditional and year-round; part and full-time.

Constructivist play-based learning Jewish values & traditions Hebrew immersion available Multiple schedule options Gardening, music, swimming & MORE!

Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center 20 Cherry Blossom Lane Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 358-1751, x115 shecc.org janet@shirhadash.org Director: Janet Cannon

Innovative Reggio Emilia-inspired program Provides a warm and loving environment for children from age 2 to TK. Full- or partfostering curiosity and exploration. Teaches day enrollment for two, three, four or five days per week. strong Torah values and preschool skills *advertisers

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paloaltojcc.org/preschool The Oshman Family JCC is proud to be a part of the Koret Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood.

Oshman Family JCC | (650) 223-8700 | 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

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Offers an enriching and vibrant early childhood experience. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Goal is to provide a nurturing and empowering program imbued with Jewish values and traditions.

Infant-toddler playgroups, full- or part-time preschool, afterschool enrichment and summer programs. Play-based program focuses on individual needs as well as creating community.

Developmentally appropriate curriculum in small, nurturing environment models, teaching Jewish values. Ages 2 years to pre-K. New program for 18-month-olds. Full day or part time. Extended care available.

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Chai Preschool (650) 345-2424 chaischool.com admin@chaischool.com Director: Esty Marcus

Oshman Family JCC Leslie Family Preschool* 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8788 paloaltojcc.org/preschool earlychildhood@paloaltojcc.org Director: Lauren Berman

Sinai Nursery School 1532 Willowbrae Ave. San Jose, CA 95125 (408) 264-8486 sinai-sj.org sinainurseryschool@sinai-sj.org Director, Early Childhood Education: Ifat Kantorovich

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Warm, nurturing environment and community for children 20 months to 5 years and their families. Morning program, small class size, excellent teacher/child ratios.

Children with diagnosed special needs welcome.

with play-based education and positive discipline.

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The Shalom School with Love and Learning

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Temple Emanu-El Preschool 1010 University Ave. San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 293-8660 Fax: (408) 200-1164 templesanjose.org barbara@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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• FREE pre-K afternoon program, Preschool For All • Pre-K teacher, winner of Diller Award for excellence in Early Childhood Education • Music, art, and sports specialists • Three age appropriate classes 18 months – 5 years old, 12-month preschool Call for a tour

415.831.8399

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SAN FRANCISCO

Cole Valley Gan Preschool 1300 Shrader St. San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 797-7231 colevalleygan.com Director: Chaya Potash Play-based Jewish preschool with a strong emphasis on emotional intelligence, problem solving, creativity and interpersonal social skills.

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Congregation Beth Sholom Family Preschool 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 940-7124 bethsholomsf.org/education dkleisley@bethsholomsf.org Director of Early Childhood Education and Family Engagement: Dale Kleisley Preschool infused with Judaic values and culture; enriches the lives of young children and their families by providing opportunities for learning, creativity, exploration and curiosity.

Nature-based with Jewish Roots It’s tour time at Sherith Israel Preschool!

Find out what makes our new school so innovative.

Explore, learn and grow with us! sherithisraelpreschool.org

Director: Leah Potash For ages 2-5 years. Stimulating and nurturing environment. Songs, organic snacks and lunches, yoga, gym, arts. Jewish values.

JCC SF Claude and Louise Rosenberg Early Childhood Education Program Brotherhood Way Preschool 655 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 333-4289 jccsf.org/program/ brotherhood-way-preschool brotherhoodway@jccsf.org Site Director: Edna Vaknin Helen Diller Family Preschool 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1291 jccsf.org/program/ helen-diller-family-preschool helendiller@jccsf.org Site Director: Karla Cianci Assistant Site Director: Rose Shannon Rosenberg Early Childhood Center 325 Arguello Blvd.

San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 386-4990 jccsf.org/program/ rosenberg-early-childhood-center rosenberg@jccsf.org Senior Site Director: Kelly Dotson Assistant Site Director: Mo Graham Enriching the lives of children with opportunities for learning, creativity and exploration, inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to education and guided by Jewish values.

Congregation Emanu-El Preschool 2 Lake St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2541 x118, (415) 751-2535 Fax: (415) 751-2511 emanuelsf.org ngreenberg@emanuelsf.org Director: Nika Greenberg

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

An inquiry-based preschool, grounded in Jewish values, provides children ages 2 to 5 years with opportunities to learn both in the classroom and in nature.

Stimulating learning/play environment with Jewish values and celebrations. Diller Award-winning pre-K teacher. Groups for ages 18 months to 5 years. Part-time or fulltime. English, Russian and Hebrew spoken.

Gan Noe Preschool Chabad Jewish Center of Noe Valley 3771 Cesar Chavez St. San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 648-8000 gannoe.org gannoepreschool@gmail.com 56 | Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in the Bay Area

Sherith Littles (for young families)* Sherith Israel 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 *advertisers

sherithisrael.org/sherithlittles cmulcahy@sherithisrael.org Preschool Director: Carolyn Mulcahy Place for growing families to plant roots and reach skyward. Fun family events all year facilitate connections with parents and children. Interfaith families warmly welcomed; events are open to the whole community.

SANTA CRUZ/MONTEREY

Simcha Preschool Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Road Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3449/ Fax: (831) 475-7246 tbeaptos.org info@tbeaptos.org Director: Caitlin Clance Full- or part-time programs. NAEYC and BJE accredited. Parent participation. Ages 2 to 5½ years.

Day Schools & High Schools EAST BAY

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The Cheder of the Bay Area 3370 Hopyard Road Pleasanton, CA 94588 (925) 846-0700 thecheder.info Dean: Rabbi Raleigh Resnick Principal: Chavie Zebberman

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K-8th grade Orthodox Jewish day school where hearts and minds are kindled with a love for G-d and Torah. A wholesome atmosphere wherein each student’s academic, social and developmental needs are nurtured.

Contra Costa Jewish Day School* 955 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-8288 Fax: (925) 284-8289 ccjds.org admissions@ccjds.org Head of School: Dean Goldfein Assistant Principal for Advancement and Operations: Eden Allswang Bruner Grades K-8: Promotes academic excellence in Jewish and general studies, including science, technology, music, drama and art.

Small class sizes; credentialed teachers.

Accredited by CAIS and WASC. *advertisers

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Oakland Hebrew Day School* 5500 Redwood Road Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 531-8600 ohds.org info@ohds.org Admissions Director: Tamar Sandel

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY

Kehillah Jewish High School 3900 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 213-9600 Fax: (650) 213-9601 kehillah.org admissions@kehillah.org Head of School: Daisy Pellant, Ph.D. Director of Admissions: Robert Smith

A Bridge-K to 8th grade Jewish day school with Hebrew immersion, joyful Jewish learning and academic excellence that serves the diverse Bay Area community.

Promotes academic excellence, community responsibility and vibrant Jewish living in a nurturing environment for TK-8th grade students. Innovative approach empowers students to become active learners, critical thinkers and socially responsible leaders.

Students embark on a journey of discovery guided by dedicated educators. They graduate with the knowledge, values and community that facilitate extraordinary futures.

MARIN/NORTH BAY

Brandeis Marin 180 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 472-1833 brandeismarin.org pwelner@brandeismarin.org Head of School: Dr. Peg Sandel Director of Enrollment Management: Pamela Welner Independent, coeducational K-8 Jewish day school reflects the diversity of the Marin Jewish communal fabric as well as the varied religious, cultural and socio-economic tapestry of the world around us.

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School 450 San Antonio Road Palo Alto, CA 94306 hausnerschool.org admissions@hausnerschool.org Head of School: Rabbi Daniel Lehmann Director of Enrollment Management: Cecile Amram

The Harker School* San Jose, CA (408) 249-2510 harker.org communications@harker.org Director of Admission, P-12: Danielle Holquin Coeducational, independent, college preparatory day school that educates students in kindergarten through grade 12. Three campuses offer outstanding facilities, leading-edge technology and space for students to learn, play and grow.

Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School* 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2611 Fax: (650) 378-2669 wornickjds.org admissions@wornickjds.org Head of School: Adam Eilath Director of Admissions & Community Engagement: Annie O’Donnell Transitional kindergarten to eighth grade independent school featuring challenging academics and timeless Jewish values.

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South Peninsula Hebrew Day School 1030 Astoria Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 738-3060/ Fax: (408) 738-0237 sphds.org info@sphds.org Head of School: Rabbi Perry Tirschwell Admissions Director: Atara Goldberg

(415) 345-9777 Fax: (415) 345-1888 jchsofthebay.org admissions@jchsofthebay.org Director of Enrollment Management: Mary Ellen Hunt Head of School: Rabbi Howard Jacoby Ruben

Curriculum integrates Hebrew, Judaic studies and general studies: teachers work to build strong academic, social and emotional foundation, grounded in Jewish values.

Grades K-8.

A college preparatory high school committed to integrating deep learning, universal wisdom and Jewish values. Developing the promise of each individual through the strength of community.

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Yavneh Day School 14855 Oka Road, Suite 100 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 984-6700/ Fax: (408) 827-9659 yavnehdayschool.org info@yavnehdayschool.org Head of School: Tzachi Rechter Director of Admissions: Lauren Carlinsky Offers academic excellence and Jewish studies within a strong community where each child is celebrated and challenged.

K-8th grade.

SAN FRANCISCO

The Brandeis School of San Francisco provides students with a rigorous kindergarten to 8th grade curriculum infused with Jewish culture, values, and traditions. Learn more about Brandeis, including how to apply, by visiting us online at sfbrandeis.org.

Independent K-8 Jewish day school with students who study and live with a strong sense of purpose. Offering tuition assistance, an after-school program and bus service.

Jewish Community High School of the Bay 1835 Ellis St. San Francisco, CA 94115 *advertisers

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655 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132 Contact: admissions@sfbrandeis.org | t: 415.406.1035

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The Brandeis School of San Francisco* 655 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 406-1035 Fax: (415) 584-1099 sfbrandeis.org admissions@sfbrandeis.org Director of Admissions: Angela Dalfen

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Dual curriculum program serving grades K to 8. Rigorous Judaic and general studies.

The only WASC-accredited Orthodox Jewish day school in San Francisco.

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Bais Menachem Yeshiva Day School 834 28th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 636-9770 bmyds.org bmydsoffice@gmail.com Judaic Studies: Rabbi Gedalia Potash General Studies: Mrs. Chani Zarchi

Afterschool, Arts, Sports & Recreation EAST BAY

Edah 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA (510) 529-4995 studio-70.org/edah admin@studio-70.org Executive Director: Yafit Shriki-Megidish High-quality Hebrew language/Jewish experiential learning program; offered after school and during select school breaks for children in kindergarten through fifth grade and their families.

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Beged Kefet Hebrew Language School Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8753 paloaltojcc.org/begedkefet begedkefet@paloaltojcc.org Head: Nirit Freikorn Administrator and Operations Coordinator: Keren Erlich Language school for grades K-12 teaches the fundamentals of modern Hebrew as well as topics that characterize Israeli culture like Jewish holidays, stories and music. Fully accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Club J Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8675 paloaltojcc.org/clubj cmallare@paloaltojcc.org Director: Cyrus Mallare-Diethorn Enriching after-school experience for kindergarten through fifth grade. Transportation from many local schools, crafts, sports, community service, swimming, electives, academic support and Jewish programming.

Peninsula JCC Sports and Recreation 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404

(650) 212-PJCC (7522)/ Fax: (650) 378-2753 pjcc.org memberservices@pjcc.org Offering a variety of fitness and recreation programs, an award-winning swim program, classes and activities.

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Congregation Beth Sholom Youth Education 301 14th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 940-7098 bethsholomsf.org/youth-education alowy@bethsholomsf.org Lifelong Learning Moreh Derech: Adam Lowy Learning and Life Laboratory for grades K-12. Students are guided and supported as they trailblaze their unique Jewish identity.

Hebrew for grades 2-7, Shabbat School for grades K-7 and post b’nai mitzvah students.

JCCSF 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1239 Tikvah School of Music and Dance jccsf.org/program/tikvah ynemirovskaya@jccsf.org Yanina Nemirovskaya Bicultural, creative arts youth program taught in Russian. Exploration of Jewish heritage through weekly Shabbat celebrations, musical performances, family gatherings and family education.

Youth Recreation and Sports Programs (415) 292-1253 jccsf.org/programs Director of Aquatics, Athletics and Recreation: Bryan Wells Comprehensive recreational programs for all children including sports teams and leagues, classes in dance, swimming and more.

Special Needs Support Bay Area Friendship Circle 3921 Fabian Way Suite A023 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 858-6990 bayareafc.org info@bayareafc.org

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Executive Director: Ezzy Schusterman Fostering an inclusive, supportive community for children, teens and young adults with special needs through year-round programs plus summer and winter camps.

JFCS Center for Children and Youth Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties (888) 927-0839 ccy.jfcs.org San Francisco 1710 Scott St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 Palo Alto 200 Channing Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 San Mateo 2001 Winward Way, Suite 200 San Mateo, CA 94404 San Rafael 600 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 Comprehensive services/support for children, teens and families: speech, language, occupational therapy; counseling; social skills groups; school advocacy; assessment and evaluations; parenting workshops and consultation.

Hebrew & Sunday Schools

Listings below include only independent Hebrew and Sunday schools. Many Bay Area Chabad locations offer independent Sunday schools with no membership required. For information on congregation-affiliated schools, call individual synagogues listed under Chapter 4, Religious Life.

Jewish Arts, Culture and Torah School 1743 Oregon St. Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 644-2956 jewishacts.blogspot.com moretorah@aol.com Director: Rabbi/Cantor Sara Shendelman, M.A. Bar/bat mitzvah prep and ceremonies.

Holidays, ethics, Hebrew, drama, art, music.

Private or small classes. Spiritual, nondenominational. Adult study and adult bar/ bat mitzvah. *advertisers

Palo Alto School for Jewish Education Mail to: 1769 Hillsdale Ave. Suite 24181 San Jose, CA 95154 (415) 800-1836 pasje.org info@pasje.org

programs: Mifgash (Israeli teen exchange), Hamsa Fund, Better Together (intergenerational connections) and Project Ezrach (change-making and citizenry skills).

Teens @ Studio @ Sherith Israel 2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 Nurturing Jewish identity through (415) 346-1720 x127 independent, nonprofit Sunday school, Fax: (415) 673-9439 preschool-8th grade. History, culture, ethics, sherithisrael.org/youtheducation Hebrew and b’nai mitzvah program. Family studio@sherithisrael.org holiday celebrations. Active parent group.

Youth Program Director: Natalie Connell Interfaith families encouraged.

Teens learn to unpack Jewish texts, respectfully discuss hot topics, and find Jewish Studio @ Sherith Israel meaning in all parts of their lives.

2266 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 346-1720 x127 sherithisrael.org/youtheducation studio@sherithisrael.org Youth Program Director: Natalie Connell Listings below include only independent

Teen Programs

A playful approach to serious Jewish learning, helping Jewish youth build basic Jewish literacy, essential social-emotional skills and positive associations with Judaism and the Jewish people.

Fun, engaging, pluralistic program providing Jewish learning and social experiences, retreats, workshops and special events for teens. Meets on Sunday from 3:30 to 6 p.m.

Contra Costa Midrasha Congregation B’nai Tikvah 25 Hillcroft Way Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 944-4701 ccmidrasha.com office@ccmidrasha.com Executive Director: Devra C. Aarons

Providing teens the opportunity to mentor and provide friendship to a child/teen with special needs, gaining empathy and leadership skills while learning about the importance of community.

BBYO Central Region West (Bay Area) (650) 603-0469 bbyo.org/bbyo-near-you crw@bbyo.org Senior Regional Director: David Schoenholtz Regional Director: Matthew Tick East Bay Temple Beth Abraham 336 Euclid Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 592-4034 Silicon Valley Addison-Penzak JCC 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 94404

Multifaceted program for Jewish teens Pluralistic organization, open to any Jewish teen in high school. Focuses on leadership (grades 8-12). Wednesday night meetings (7:15-9:15 p.m.). Weekend retreats and special and engaging teens in Jewish experiences. *advertisers

Fellowship for 11th-graders focused on community, Jewish identity, Israel engagement and leadership development. Includes workshops, retreats, hosting an Israeli teen and an Israel seminar.

Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 dillerteenawards.org dillerteenawards@sfjcf.org Diller Teen Fellows Program Coordinators: Sarah Turtletaub Ben Zalaznick Recognizes 15 Jewish teens for exceptional community service and outstanding leadership in repairing the world with $36,000 scholarship each. Nominations/applications open in the fall.

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Berkeley-Oakland Midrasha 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 529-4995 studio-70.org/midrasha asher@studio-70.org Program Director: Asher Litschwartz

Diller Teen Fellows Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 512-6268 jewishfed.org/get-involved/teens/ sf-diller-teen-fellows saraht@sfjcf.org Teen Fellows Coordinator: Sarah Turtletaub Diller Teen Fellows Program Coordinator: Ben Zalaznick

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

Bay Area Friendship Circle 3921 Fabian Way, Suite A023 Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 858-6990 bayareafc.org info@bayareafc.org Executive Director: Ezzy Schusterman

The club creates a network of educated and articulate activists with a commitment to Zionism who advocate for Israel.

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Hebrew and Sunday schools. Many Bay Area Chabad locations offer independent Sunday schools with no membership required. For information on congregation-affiliated schools, call individual synagogues listed under Chapter 4, Religious Life.

Club Z 1055 Riverton Drive San Carlos, CA 94070 clubz.org info@clubz.org Bay Area Regional Director: Karin Feygenberg Deputy Director: Devora Fine

Einayich Yonim eyfellowship.org office@eyfellowship.org An 18-month experience for Jewish high school sophomores and juniors with a strong interest in Jewish spirituality, concern for the environment, a background in Jewish learning and a commitment to personal growth.

High School and Bridge Programs Jewish Vocational Service Headquarters: 1 Post St. Mail to: 548 Market St., Box 37733 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 391-3600 jvs.org info@jvs.org CEO: Lisa Countryman-Quiroz Helps youth in San Francisco ages 14-24 transform their lives by building skills through paid job experience. All offerings are online.

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Jewish Teen Foundation Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 jewishfed.org/teenfoundation jewishteenfoundations@sfjcf.org Project Director: Rachel Halevi

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Trains the next generation of Jewish philanthropists and leaders through learning about communal issues, vetting nonprofits, fundraising and awarding grants to nonprofits serving the community and beyond.

Jewish Youth for Community Action (JYCA) 1300 Grand Ave. Piedmont, CA 94610 (510) 570-9506 jycajustice.org info@jycajustice.org Executive Director: Brady Gill Deputy Director: Sylvie Rosen Dedicated youth connect with other teens in community action, caring community and Jewish social justice values, to make a difference in their communities.

JFCS YouthFirst Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2245 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115

(415) 359-2463/ Fax: (415) 359-2488 jfcs.org/youthfirst lindak@jfcs.org Director of Programs: Linda Karlin Program offers teens and preteens Jewish service learning and leadership skills including internships, training, volunteer opportunities, college and career preparation workshops and more.

Moving Traditions Teen Groups (215) 887-4511 movingtraditions.org jpapiyan@movingtraditions.org California Regional Director: Julia Papiyan Transformative Jewish peer communities, providing fun and safe spaces for 8th to 12th-graders of all genders as they self-identify: Rosh Hodesh for girls, Shevet for boys, and Tzelem for LGBTQ+, nonbinary, and gender-expansive teens.

NCSY NorCl–Jewish Student Union (510) 930-8358 norcal.ncsy.org polanskyt@ncsy.org Director: Tani Polansky Programming for hundreds of local teens from diverse Jewish backgrounds; includes weekly learning, monthly social events, free summer programs and much more.

North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) Central Western Region 711 Grand Ave., Suite 280 San Rafael, CA 94901 centralwest.nfty.org nftycwr@urj.org Regional Contact: Rachel Chancellor Provides URJ-affiliated high school youth with leadership training, social-action opportunities, social activities, Israel trips and weekend retreats on local, regional and national level.

Day Camps

Jewish day camps feature fun and relaxation, along with traditional camp favorites: swimming, hiking, archery, arts and crafts, drama and sports. Some also incorporate Jewish nature-based teachings, and many include Jewish content: challah baking and Shabbat cooking, Jewish music and crafts, and Israeli dancing as well as an emphasis on Jewish values.

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tions and field trips. Kids come away with a well-rounded experience, which will serve them well as they mature.

EAST BAY

Camp @ JCC East Bay 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 jcceastbay.org aaron.atlas@jcceastbay.org COO: Aaron Atlas Inclusive Jewish day camp for grades K-5 emphasizing self-discovery, experiential learning and fun. Swimming, sports, arts and crafts, nature and friendship.

Camp Gan Israel of Contra Costa Mail to: 1671 Newell Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 937-4101 jewishcontracosta.com/camp jli@jewishcontracosta.com Director: Chaya Berkowitz Sports, arts, swimming and weekly trips.

Held at the Seven Hills School in Walnut Creek and offering a stimulating Jewish experience. Grades TK- 6th.

Camp Gan Israel of East Bay Chabad of the East Bay P.O. Box 5292 Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 540-5824 jewishkids.club office@chabadberkeley.org Directors: Rabbi Mendy Blank Miriam Ferris Summer in the great outdoors at the Emerson Elementary School playground. All Jewish backgrounds/affiliations. Transportation from North Berkeley and Oakland.

Ages 4-14. Fun summer imbued with Jewish values.

Camp Kee Tov Congregation Beth El 1301 Oxford St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-2372 campkeetov.org campkeetov@bethelberkeley.org Director: Sam Cantrell Assistant Director: Rosie Rokeach Community-oriented Jewish day camp set in Berkeley and surrounding parks, providing a variety of creative activities to enrich the lives of all campers. *advertisers

Camp Kefli Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa 945 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 284-9191 temple-isaiah.org/community/ camp-kefli rabbi.miller@temple-isaiah.org Co-directors: Rabbi Alissa Miller Jacob Friedman

Camp Gan Israel of the North Peninsula Chabad of North Peninsula P.O. Box 673 San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 667-0556 mydaycamp.org admin@chabadnp.com Directors: Yale Spalter Rivky Spalter

Jewish day camp for grades K-8 offered for a two-week session each summer. Blends Jewish learning with creative camp activities, including music, outings and Shabbat celebrations.

Comprehensive program that includes field trips, swimming, sports, crafts and more.

Campers of all ages enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and energetic atmosphere.

MARIN/NORTH BAY

Camp Chaverim Congregation Beth Sholom 1455 Elm St. Napa, CA 94559 (707) 253-7305 cbsnapa.org leah@cbsnapa.org Education Director: Leah Savage

PENINSULA/SOUTH BAY

Camp Gan Israel of Silicon Valley Mail to: Chabad of Greater South Bay 3070 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 South Peninsula Hebrew Day School 1030 Astoria Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (650) 539-KIDS (5437) Fax: (650) 493-3425 campganisrael.info office@campganisrael.info Director: Rabbi Ber Rosenblat Offering special Jewish experiences since 1975. Programming for Jewish children in grades K-12. Limited financial aid available. *advertisers

Friendship fueled by fun! Summer camps available for preschool, grades TK-5, middle school and high school. Seasonal camps also available.

OFJCC-JCAMP.COM The Oshman Family JCC is proud to be a part of the Koret Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood.

Oshman Family JCC | (650) 223-8700 | 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Camp Shalom Addison-Penzak JCC 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 357-7416 Fax: (408) 358-7311 campshalomjcc.org camp@jvalley.org Youth & Camp Director: Stephany Ganeles Assistant Youth & Camp Director: Christine “Willis” Williams Jewish day camp open to all kids ages 18 months to 16 years. Offers programming for summer camp, school-year break camps, after-school enrichments and inclusion programming.

J-Camp* Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8622 ofjcc-jcamp.com youth@paloaltojcc.org Camp Director: Phil Bassett

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Camps for K-10th grade. Traditional and specialty summer camps, teen travel programs, adventure overnights and field trips.

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Marin JCC Camp Kehillah 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8055/ Fax: (415) 491-1235 marinjcc.org/camp camp@marinjcc.org Camp Director: Brittany Mihalik

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Camp Keff Peninsula JCC 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2704 Fax: (650) 378-2799 campkeff.org camps@pjcc.org Assistant Youth Director, Camp: Yasmin Gomez

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Well-rounded camp in Jewish setting for children grades K-7. Swimming, arts, crafts, sports, music and dance, cooking, theme days, Shabbat celebrations and much more.

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THe WEST COAST’S ONLY OVERNIGHT JEWISH SPORTS CAMP Our focus is sports, balanced with fun and traditional Jewish camp excitement and community. Maccabi’s expert coaches not only help campers develop individual skills in their favorite sport, but also nurture opportunities for developing important life skills, such as independence, maturity and teamwork.

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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.

The Oshman Family JCC is proud to be a part of the Koret Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood.

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Camp Gan Israel SF 834 28th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 637-7854/ Fax: (415) 831-8366 campganisraelsf.org info@campganisraelsf.org Director: Taliah Langer Programs for ages 5-15, with indoor and outdoor facilities, plus half a block from Golden Gate Park. Jewish-themed activities including, sports, art, music, yoga, theater and much more.

JCC SF Summer Camp 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 276-1537 jccsf.org/program/summer-camp camp@jccsf.org Chief Program Officer, Family Life: Katie Quinn Camp Director, Youth & Family: Sophia Rutkin

Overnight Camps

Taking advantage of Northern California’s amazing outdoor scenery, these overnight camps add Jewish activities to the mix.

In addition to traditional camp activities like swimming, hiking and arts and crafts, some camps offer specialty programs, such as ocean exploration, performing arts and specialized sports instruction. Jewish content may encompass Shabbat observance and cooking, music and crafts, and Israeli dancing. Incorporating Jewish values into their offerings, camps teach the concepts of repairing the world and honoring nature.

Kids also make lifelong friends, and they learn how to navigate without the distractions of technology.

Camp Be’chol Lashon Mail to: 3245 Geary Blvd.

Suite 91478 This summer camp offers a wide variety of San Francisco, CA 94159 unique options that will appeal to kids of all (415) 386-2604 ages, abilities and aspirations. globaljews.org camp@bechollashon.org Founder: Diane Tobin

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Camp Kayetz Temple Beth El/JCC 3055 Porter Gulch Road Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 479-3444 Fax: (831) 475-7246 tbeaptos.org info@tbeaptos.org Director: Chelsea Mandell Four-week summer session. Swimming, arts and crafts, overnight camping and sports. Campers ages 6-12 and counselorsin-training from ages 13 to 15.

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A multicultural overnight camp celebrating the diversity of Jewish life through a variety of activities, lifelong friends and tons of fun. Camp in 2023 will be held at Walker Creek Ranch in West Marin County.

Camp Ramah in Northern California Winter Office 969-G Edgewater Blvd., Suite 804 Foster City, CA 94404 (415) 688-4572 Fax: (415) 689-7756 ramahnorcal.org info@ramahnorcal.org Camp Director: Geoffrey Menkowitz Innovative Jewish summer camp along shores of Monterey Bay. Overnight camp experience combines traditional and specialty programming in ocean exploration, performing arts and adventure sports.

Camp Tawonga Office: 131 Steuart St. Suite 460 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-2267 (415) KID-CAMP Fax: (415) 543-5417 tawonga.org

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info@tawonga.org Camp Director: Aaron Mandel Independent residential Jewish summer camp near Yosemite National Park.

Summer camp sessions, teen leadership, adventure travel trips, and weekend family camps. Need-based financial assistance available.

Eden Village West Year-Round Office 6176 McBryde Ave. Richmond, CA 94805 (510) 560-5610 Fax: (510) 560-5650 edenvillagewest.org welcome@edenvillagewest.org Director: Casey Yurow Assistant Director: Emma Silver Farm-to-table Jewish overnight summer camp in Sonoma County serving grades 2-11, featuring culinary arts, organic farming, wilderness skills, homestead crafts and tasty organic food.

Maccabi Sports Camp* Oshman Family JCC Summer location: Menlo College 1000 El Camino Real Atherton, CA 94027 (415) 997-8844 maccabisportscamp.org info@maccabisportscamp.org Founder/Senior Director: Josh Steinharter Jewish sports camp for grades 3-11, combines high-level specialized sports instruction for baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, and volleyball with the fun, friendship, community and values of a Jewish overnight camp.

URJ Camp Newman Camp Newman 4088 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa, CA 94504 (415) 392-7080 x3501 Fax: (415) 392-1182 campnewman.org campnewman@urj.org Registrar: Kim Press Camp Director: Rabbi Allie Fischman Overnight summer camp in Santa Rosa for grades 1-12, where youth form lifelong friendships, develop new skills, and discover the joy of Judaism through sports, arts, adventure/nature experiences and community Shabbat. *advertisers

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Fax: (415) 391-3617 Partnering with a number of organizations jvs.org and Bay Area JCCs to bring programs and educational opportunities to the community. info@jvs.org CEO: Lisa Countryman-Quiroz JCC Los Gatos Adult Education Career Coaching 14855 Oka Road, Suite 201 A one-on-one fee-based program to help Los Gatos, CA 95032 clarify goals and plan a career transition.

(408) 357-7492/ Fax: (408) 358-7311 Skill Training jvalley.org/apjcc-programs/jewishPrograms train job seekers for work in culture//jewish-adult-education three growing industries: health care, arts@jvalley.org utilities and technology..

Jewish Life and Culture Director: Maya Tripp The Bay Area offers multiple opportunities New Lehrhaus Ask questions, find meaning, learn and join for adults to study Judaism. In addition to P.O. Box 7843 in community with others to investigate the resources listed below, most JCCs and Berkeley, CA 94707 congregations offer adult education classes. Jewish life, thought and experience. Classes newlehrhaus.org See Religious Life & Congregations, Chapter include the study of Jewish texts, traditions info@newlehrhaus.org and philosophy.

4 and JCC listings under Agencies & OrgaProgram Director: Rachel Biale nization, Chapter 5, for more information.

Program Manager: Jim Mavrikios In addition, resources abound for educators Jewish LearningWorks Bay Area hub for adult Jewish learning Professional Development and professional development. brings students and teachers together in for Jewish Educators and Leaders dialogue to explore Jewish sources, tradi44 Page St. Hebrew San Francisco: Ulpan tions and arts, sustaining and enriching the San Francisco, CA 94102 University of San Francisco Swig Program vibrant spirit of Jewish civilization.

(415) 751-6983 in Jewish Studies and Social Justice jewishlearning.works 2130 Fulton St. Osher Marin JCC Adult Programs info@jewishlearning.works Kalmanovitz Hall, Room 152 200 North San Pedro Road CEO: Dana Sheanin San Francisco, CA 94117 San Rafael, CA 94903 Director of Educational Leadership: usfca.edu/arts-sciences/programs/ (415) 444-8000 x8007 Jenni Mangel undergraduate/jewish-studies-andFax: (415) 491-1235 social-justice/summer-hebrewsf Providing Jewish educators with knowmarinjcc.org/adult-education omkrollzeldin@usfca.edu ledge, skills and tools through high-caliber jsokol@marinjcc.org Assistant Director of the Swig Program professional learning programs, customized Director: James Sokol in Jewish Studies and Social Justice: consultation and coaching.

Oren Kroll-Zeldin Stimulating programs for mind, body and Program Assistant: Victoria Farlow soul, from opera to art museums and trips.

Jewish Study Network (JSN) Educational and entertaining classes, work3921 Fabian Way, Suite A-017 2023 is the 24th consecutive summer of the shops, activities, local excursions and trips Palo Alto, CA 94303 three-week intensive Hebrew language to enrich life.

(650) 493-5764/ Fax: (650) 493-5765 program on the campus of University of San Francisco. Emphasis is on conversation. jsn.info Oshman Family JCC The program offers beginning, intermediate info@jsn.info Adult Programs Executive Director: Rabbi Joey Felsen and advanced classes.

3921 Fabian Way Resource pool of Jewish educators for Palo Alto, CA 94303 JCC East Bay Adult Classes the Bay Area. Jewish concepts explored (650) 223-8616 1414 Walnut St. in an engaging and stimulating environpaloaltojcc.org/adults Berkeley, CA 94709 ment. Ongoing classes and short courses mrosengaus@paloaltojcc.org (510) 848-0237 available.

Adult Program Manager: Fax: (510) 848-0170 Michelle Rosengaus jcceastbay.org Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) sarahwr@jcceastbay.org With classes, clubs, speakers and perfor1 Post St., FL 7 Director of Public Programs: mances, the JCC offers a variety of educaSan Francisco, CA 94104 Sarah Wolfman-Robichaud tional programs for adults of all ages.

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Peninsula JCC Adult Programs 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2703 pjcc.org Cultural Arts & Adult Director: Kimberly Gordon Presenting a variety of educational and social programs and events for adults. Offerings include games, lectures, discussions, art classes, day trips and more.

The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute myjli.com Offers Jewish study programs at sites throughout Northern California as well as on the internet. Associated with ChabadLubavitch.

Shalom Hartman Institute of North America (212) 268-0300 hartman.org.il/program/bay-area david.katz@shalomhartman.org Director of Bay Area Programs: Sarah Fields Director of Strategic Partnerships and Philanthropic Initiatives, West Coast: David Katz Leading center of Jewish thought and education serving Israel and North America.

Mission is to strengthen Jewish peoplehood, identity and pluralism, and ensure that Judaism is a compelling force for good in the 21st century.

Under One Tent (925) 322-0958 underonetent.org underonetent@ccjcc.org Program Director: Riva Gambert Presented by the Contra Costa JCC. Inclusive, vibrant partnership of synagogues, Jewish organizations and schools serving Contra Costa and Tri-Valley.

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College Education & Campus Life ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

The region offers many programs in Jewish studies as well as a Hebrew immersion program, a medical-health college under Jewish auspices and other college classes.

East Bay

Graduate Theological Union The Richard S. Dinner Center for Jewish Studies Office: 2452 Virginia St. Mail to: 2400 Ridge Road Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 649-2482 Fax: (510) 649-1730 gtu.edu/cjs cjs@gtu.edu Director: Deena Aranoff, Ph.D. Grants advanced degrees in Jewish studies and offers courses and academic programs for the Graduate Theological Union and Bay Area communities. Auditors are welcome.

Helen Diller Institute for Jewish Law and Israel Studies R239D Law Building UC Berkeley Berkeley, CA 94720 (510) 643-0501 law.berkeley.edu/research/ helen-diller-institute-for-jewishlaw-and-israel-studies rlgolbert@law.berkeley.edu Faculty Director: Kenneth A. Bamberger Executive Director: Rebecca Golbert Cross-campus institute draws 22 faculty members from social sciences, humanities and professional schools, engaging faculty and students. Sponsors courses, lectures, conferences and experiential learning programs on campus and in Israel; hosts visiting Israeli professors.

UC Berkeley Jewish Studies Program Center for Jewish Studies 4401 Dwinelle Hall, Room 2150 Berkeley, CA 94720 (510) 664-4154 jewishstudies.berkeley.edu jewishstudies@berkeley.edu Executive Director: Etta Heber Faculty Director: John Efron Offers a Designated Emphasis for graduate

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students, a minor for undergraduates, and lectures and programs for the broader community.

North Bay/Marin

Sonoma State University Jewish Studies Program 1801 E. Cotati Ave. Green Music Center, 2045 Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (707) 664-2468 sonoma.edu/jewishstudies wilsonb@sonoma.edu Director: Dr. Brian S. Wilson Interdisciplinary minor-granting curriculum that allows students to take courses in Jewish history, culture and society, and Hebrew.

Touro University California Mare Island Campus 1310 Club Drive Vallejo, CA 94592 (707) 638-5200 tu.edu info@tu.edu Director, Campus Life: Rabbi Elchonon Tenenbaum Educates professionals in medicine, pharmacy, public health and nursing, plus classes for physician assistants and in education.

Provides a glatt kosher kitchen and Jewish programming. Shabbat services held on campus with onsite rabbinical presence.

Peninsula/South Bay

San Jose State University Jewish Studies Program History Department Dudley Moorhead Hall, 141 1 Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192 (408) 924-5505/ Fax: (408) 924-5531 sjsu.edu/jwss victoria.harrison@sjsu.edu Coordinator: Vicki Harrison Interdisciplinary minor program facilitates exploring the multicultural diversity and complexity of Jewish and Israeli culture; includes history, literature, religion, politics, Hebrew and art.

Stanford University Taube Center for Jewish Studies 450 Jane Stanford Way, Building 360 Stanford, CA 94305 jewishstudies.stanford.edu sjhammer@stanford.edu Faculty Director: Charlotte Elisheva Fonrobert *advertisers

Associate Director: Shaina Hammerman Interdisciplinary program studying all facets of Jewish culture. Courses across the full expanse of Jewish history, literature, language, religion, politics, education and science.

San Francisco

San Francisco State University Department of Jewish Studies HUM 415, 1600 Holloway Ave. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 338-6075 Fax: (415) 338-6080 jewish.sfsu.edu jewish@sfsu.edu Chair: Professor Kitty Millet Offers a B.A. and minor in modern Jewish studies, as well as adult learning courses through the College of Extended Learning and ElderCollege.

University of San Francisco, Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice 2130 Fulton St. KAL 152 San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 422-6601 usfca.edu/arts-sciences/programs/ undergraduate/jewish-studies-andsocial-justice ajhahntapper@usfca.edu Director: Aaron J. Hahn Tapper Assistant Director: Oren Kroll-Zeldin The country’s first and only academic program formally integrating and educating students in Jewish studies and social justice.

Santa Cruz/Monterey

UC Davis Jewish Studies Program 1 Shields Ave. Davis, CA 95616 (530) 754-7007 jewishstudies.ucdavis.edu jst@ucdavis.edu Director: Eva Mroczek Program Assistant: Benjamin Fisher

Peninsula/South Bay

Offers a minor in Jewish studies. Provides a diverse set of courses focused on Jewish histories, cultures, communities and literatures well as Middle Eastern politics and courses in Judaism.

Offers a wide range of programs including weekly social events on and off campus, Shabbat services and holiday celebrations.

Provides kosher food and educational resources for students looking to explore and expand their Jewish identities.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS East Bay

Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center at Berkeley 2516 Warring St. Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 730-2747 jewishucb.com contact@jewishucb.com Co-directors: Rabbi Gil Yosef Leeds Mrs. Bracha Sara Leeds Supports Jewish life on campus: Shabbat, holiday services and meals; weekly classes, special events and Shabbatons; kosher meals, Mezuzah Bank and Jewish library.

Chabad SJSU 176 Rhodes Court San Jose, CA 95126 (347) 971-6668 jewishsj.com/san-jose-state-university Co-directors: Rabbi Shaya Bernstein Brochy Bernstein

Hillel at Stanford The Harold & Libby Ziff Center for Jewish Life 565 Mayfield Ave. Stanford, CA 94309 (650) 723-1602 stanfordhillel.org hillelatstanford@stanford.edu Executive Director: Rabbi Jessica Kirschner Assistant Director: Jeremy Ragent 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.

UC Berkeley Hillel The Lapan Center 2736 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 845-7793 berkeleyhillel.org contact@berkeleyhillel.org Executive Director: Rabbi Adam Naftalin-Kelman COO: Emily Hirschman Cultural, spiritual, intellectual, religious, educational and social programs for Jewish students at UC Berkeley, Berkeley City College and Mills College.

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Offers an undergraduate minor focusing on classical Judaism and Jewish history with instruction in modern Hebrew.

Encourages Sonoma State University and Santa Rosa Junior College students to explore Judaism and Jewish identity through creative social, religious, educational and community service activities.

Hillel of Sonoma County 377 Baile de Ciervos Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 664-2468 sonomahillel.org hillelsonomacounty@gmail.com Faculty Adviser: Dr. Brian S. Wilson

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Introduces students to the study of Jewish culture. Helps students pursue graduate work in the field, attend rabbinical schools or work in the Jewish community.

North Bay/Marin

CSU Chico Modern Jewish and Israel Studies Arts and Humanities Building, Room 377 400 W. First St. Chico, CA 95929 (530) 898-5661 csuchico.edu/mjis corh@csuchico.edu MJIS Adviser: Professor Jed Wyrick

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UC Santa Cruz Jewish Studies Program History Department 1156 High St. Santa Cruz, CA 95064 (831) 459-3701 Fax: (831) 502-7287 jewishstudies.ucsc.edu/index jwst@ucsc.edu Director, Center for Jewish Studies: Nathaniel Deutsch Undergraduate Program Director: Alma Rachel Heckman aheckman@ucsc.edu

Other Regions

Hillel of Silicon Valley* 44 S. 11th St. San Jose, CA 95112 (408) 286-6669 Fax: (408) 278-1899 hillelsv.org director@hillelsv.org Executive Director: Sarita Bronstein Strengthening connections to Judaism/ Israel at San Jose State and Santa Clara universities, as well as De Anza, West Valley and Foothill colleges, through social, cultural, educational and tzedek (social action) programs.

Rohr Chabad House at Stanford 1289 College Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 494-3274 chabadstanford.org info@chabadstanford.org Executive Director: Rabbi Dov Greenberg Program Director: Rachel 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.

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Place where Jewish students can feel comfortable expressing themselves while finding meaning and inspiration in Jewish traditions.

Offers a wide range of programs including weekly social events on and off campus, Shabbat services and holiday celebrations.

Provides kosher food and educational resources for students looking to explore and expand their Jewish identities.

San Francisco Hillel 33 Banbury Drive San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 333-4922 sfhillel.org info@sfhillel.org Executive Director: Roger Feigelson Assistant Director: Sarah Rosemont

Chico Hillel 101 Salem St. Suite 160 Chico, CA 95928 (530) 879-0870 chicohillel.org chicohillel@gmail.com Executive Director: Kristy Collins

Provides inclusive, innovative Jewish experiences for college students across San Francisco. With active communities at SF State and the city’s other colleges, universities and instituions. Hillel helps students cultivate connection and create meaning.

Creating Jewish community together through an on-campus social club: Jewish holiday celebrations, recreational activities, wellness and leadership.

Chabad Student Center of San Francisco 1523 25th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 572-6281 jewishsunset.com sfsjew@gmail.com Rabbi Yisroel Zaetz Mrs. Hadas Zaetz

Santa Cruz/Monterey

Santa Cruz Hillel Foundation 801 High St. Mail to: 849 Almar Ave. , Suite C P.O. Box 254 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 426-3332 santacruzhillel.org info@santacruzhillel.org Associate Executive Director & ​Director of Student Life: Daylen Degelsmith ​ Cultural, religious, educational, social, political and Israel programs, including weekly Shabbat services and dinners for UC Santa Cruz and other college students in the Santa Cruz area.

Rohr Chabad Student Center at UC Santa Cruz 1142 King St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 471-9123 jewcsc.com Directors: Rabbi Shlomie Chein Programs and Operations: Devorah Leah Chein A home for Jewish celebration and a center for Jewish education serving the UC Santa Cruz community.

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Chabad at UC Davis 434 E St. Davis, CA 95616 (310) 740-6964 jewishucd.com Co-directors: Rabbi Mendel Greenberg Mrs. Dvoiri Greenberg

Hillel at Davis and Sacramento 328 A St. Davis, CA 95616 (530) 756-3708 hillelhouse.org office@hillelhouse.org Executive Director: Rachel Darling Warm, vibrant place offering wide range of educational, social, spiritual, cultural and tzedek programs; no membership required.

Shabbat dinner Fridays and free lunch Tuesdays at noon during the academic year.

Leadership Development

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) 720 Market St., Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 981-3500 Fax: (415) 981-8933 sanfrancisco.adl.org central-pacific@adl.org Interim Regional Director: Teresa Drenick Anti-bias and diversity training to create and sustain inclusive schools and communities; programs and resources for Holocaust education and for confronting antisemitism and anti-Israel bias. *advertisers

Federation Fellows Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 jewishfed.org/federationfellows donas@sfjcf.orgs Director, Leadership Development: Dona Standel

swest@jvs.org Director of Development: Simone West

Educates participants in nonprofit decision-making, cultivates relationships and promotes a sense of belonging for individuals to become the next leaders of the Jewish community.

Most synagogues and Jewish schools maintain reference and circulating libraries of varying sizes. For lending policies, contact individual institutions.

J Leaders Academy 15559 Union Ave., Suite 630 Los Gatos, CA 95032 jleaders.org team@jleaders.org CEO: Peter Hoffman A transformative leadership program designed to empower Jewish young adults with the skills, knowledge and network necessary to create positive change in their organizations, the Jewish community and the world at large.

Kohn Summer Intern Program Jewish Vocational Service 548 Market St. PMB 37733 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 391-3600 jvs.org/helping-our-community/ kohn-summer-internship

The Kohn Summer Intern Program will not be running in Summer 2023, but will return in a reimagined form in the near future.

Libraries

Genealogy Library – Sutro Library San Francisco State University 1630 Holloway Ave. San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 469-6100 library.ca.gov/sutro/genealogy sutro@library.ca.gov Features local U.S. 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 Road Berkeley, CA 94709 Reference desk (questions): (510) 649-2501 Circulation desk (renewals): (510) 649-2500 gtu.edu/library library@gtu.edu Director of Library Services: Beth Kumar Assistant to the Director of Library

Services: Caryl Woulfe Books, periodicals and electronic resources in biblical studies; Judaism, Christianity and other religions; history, art and literature; ethics and philosophy. Resources in Hebrew, English and other languages.

Jewish Community Library 1835 Ellis St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 567-3327 jewishcommunitylibrary.org library@jewishlearningworks.org Director: Howard Freedman Reader Services Librarian: Leah Strauss Home to Northern California’s largest collection of Jewish books, DVDs and CDs, circulating to the public at no charge; a popular venue for free literary, cultural and family events.

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USF to offer first graduate program in Jewish studies and social justice (continued)

“There’s so much depth and breadth to this identity. How do we make room for that to flourish everywhere?”

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gender-expansive (similar to gender nonconforming) Jew. They are finishing their fourth year of rabbinical studies at the LA.-based Academy for Jewish Religion, California. Abrams, 22, identifies as a queer trans Jew. They graduated from USF in 2022 and work part time as a JSSJ program assistant.

About the new USF program, Mandell said, “It’s not like a one-off workshop that I think a lot of Jewish professionals are used to. It’s a deeper learning.” n

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nonbinary, white, brown, Ashkenazi and Latiné, which is a gender-neutral alternative to Latina or Latino.

“It’s interesting because I am a brown Jew, but of Ashkenazi descent,” Escobar said. “So I hold this ‘both/and’ contradiction.” They added that growing up Reform in Santa Cruz, they grappled with the question: “What does it mean to be this multiethnic person holding these identities?”

Mandell, 30, identifies as a queer and

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continued from page 13 The graduate certificate program is the brainchild of Hahn Tapper, and he tapped Escobar, Mandell and MJ Abrams — all alumni of USF who minored in Jewish studies and social justice — to co-develop and run the program with him.

The three core staff of the program “are reflective of younger Jews in terms of generational shifts regarding connections to Jewishness and Judaism; are reflective of younger Jews in terms of social identities; and continue to teach me and other JSSJ faculty about Jews, Judaisms, and Jewish identities,” Hahn Tapper wrote to J. Escobar, who is 35, identifies as queer,

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS SUPPORT GENERATIONS TEAMS FAMILY PROJECTS 9 | Socializing & Networking GATHERING LEADERSHIP SOCIAL EVENTS * Listings with asterisks are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

Text in blue is website address.

Making Connections BayJews.org bayjews.org webmaster@BayJews.org

Online portal to Bay Area Jewish life: information on activities, employment, events, housing, minyans, organizations and volunteer projects.

JCF Young Adults Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 369-2873 jewishfed.org/get-involved/young-adults youngadults@sfjcf.org Director, Young Adult Engagement: Amanda Cohen Leadership development and building community and a culture of philanthropy for ages 21 to 40-something. Social, educational, cultural, volunteer and networking programs, including Israel trips and conferences.

Jewish High Tech Community (JHTC) (408) 888-2148 jhtc.org tanya@jhtc.org President: Tanya Okmyansky Striving to improve the quality of life in Silicon Valley and the South Bay for Jewish people working in and around technology by educating, informing and connecting.

J. The Jewish News of Northern California P.O. Box 192604 San Francisco, CA 94119 (415) 263-7200 jweekly.com info@jweekly.com

CEO: Jo Ellen Green Kaiser Publisher: Steven Gellman

(415) 449-1240 jfcs.org/find-help/emigres/ rjen-community mashag@jfcs.org Director of Philanthropy and Outreach, Emigre Community: Masha Gutkin

J. offers a biweekly print edition and e-newsletters, as well as a robust news website and growing social media presence.

Local, national and international news, features and opinion pieces focusing on Bay Bay Area community of adults who emArea Jewish life. igrated from the former Soviet Union as children. Social events, cultural and family Mitzvah Milers Cycling Team activities, and opportunities to give back.

(510) 684-5580 siegeldb@pacbell.net The Omer Project Team Captain: Dan Siegel P.O. Box 22094 San Francisco, CA 94122 Predominantly Jewish cycling club partictheomerproject.com ipates at the Waves to Wine M.S. Bike Ride wecount@theomerproject.com each September and holds informal rides.

Maggid: Raja Anderson Moishe House Brings people together with this message: 441 Saxony Road, Barn 2 We all count. Gathering on the Sunset and Encinitas, CA 92024 Richmond districts’ numbered avenues, (855) 598-5509 participants count the Omer corresponding moishehouse.org to the appropriate Omer day.

Northwest Community Manager: Jake House YeaShOre Community Provides meaningful Jewish experiences P.O. Box 22094 for young adults (ages 22-32) as they create San Francisco, CA 94122 vibrant home-based Jewish communities (415) 731-4680 for themselves and their peers. The Bay yeashore.net Area network includes nine peer-led comyeashore@yahoo.com munities.

Maggid: Raja Anderson Ba’al Bonfire: Judah Alvarado New Israel Fund New Generations Sponsors bonfires spring to fall. Havdalah 235 Montgomery St., Suite 920 followed by singing, stories, eating, shmoozSan Francisco, CA 94104 ing at bonfires. Winter activities: indoor (415) 543-5055 sea chanteys, improv shows, snow/hot Fax: (415) 543-6066 springs trips. nif.org/tag/new-generations sf@nif.org Young Adult Community Associate Director: Shimrit Braun Kamin at Congregation Emanu-El Vibrant community of 20s/30s profession2 Lake St. als, social activists, community leaders, and San Francisco, CA 94118 students committed to the fund's work.

(415) 751-2535 Opportunity to learn about and engage emanuelsf.org/young-adults with important issues facing Israel. soverton@emanuelsf.org Engagement Associate: RJeneration and RJen Family Sarah Squarsino Overton Jewish Family and Children’s Services Offering opportunities to engage in Jewish of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin life with peers through social activities, culand Sonoma Counties tural experiences, lively worship services, 2150 Post St. creative education programs and holiday P.O. Box 159004 celebrations.

San Francisco, CA 94115

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INDEPENDENT LIVING TRANSPORTATION AGING COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCES 10 | Senior Services RESIDENTIAL CARE CULTURAL SOCIAL * Listings with asterisks are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

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Comprehensive Services

The Center for Older Adults & Caregivers Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley 14855 Oka Road, Suite 202 Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 556-0600/ Fax: (408) 551-0091 jfssv.org/gethelp jfs@jfssv.org Center provides comprehensive services to support older adults and caregivers so they can live in their own homes safely with quality and dignity for as long as possible.

Homewatch CareGivers of Oakland* 3820 Broadway Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 953-5112 Fax: (510) 835-9362 hwcg.com/oakland oakland@hwcg.com President: Benjamin Bloom Director of Community Outreach: Leah Bloom Provides in-home care services: transportation, care coordination, personal and companion care. Caring for the elderly and people of all ages to give families peace of mind while preserving the loved one’s dignity.

Institute on Aging* 3575 Geary Blvd.

San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 750-4111/ Fax: (415) 750-5338 ioaging.org connect@ioaging.org President & CEO: J. Thomas Briody, M.H.Sc. Bay Area nonprofit with 40 years’ experience helping older adults and adults with disabilities age in the place they call home. Live independently by accessing 30+ programs including Corio Homecare and Companioa comprehensive dementia support.

Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay 2151 Salvio St., Suite 350 *advertisers

manage money safely: bill paying, deposits, medical claims and more. Available in the East Bay, Peninsula, San Francisco, Marin and Sonoma counties.

Concord, CA 94520 (925) 927-2000 x257 jfcs-eastbay.org rclancy@jfcs-eastbay.org Director of Adult Services: Rita Clancy, LCSW Home Care Social Worker: Dee Madnick, M.A.

Personalized care for older adults and caregiving families. Home care, consultations with geriatric specialists, support groups, educational events, senior information line and counseling. Specialized services for Holocaust survivors.

Seniors At Home* Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties 2150 Post St. P.O. Box 159004 San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 449-3700 seniorsathome.org info@seniorsathome.org Director: Traci Dobronravova, MSW Comprehensive, award-winning senior services including home care, care management, counseling, dementia care, conservatorship, fiduciary services, health-care advocacy and caregiver support.

Care Management/Healthcare Advocacy Professional care managers help navigate the health-care system, coordinate all aspects of care, solve problems and advocate on a senior’s behalf by communicating with physicians, hospitals and family.

Center for Dementia Care Dementia experts provide practical and emotional support to families and caregivers of those with dementia-related conditions, as well as personalized care to those affected.

Conservatorship This agency can become the courtappointed conservator to care for individuals who are at significant physical, emotional and financial risk.

Fiduciary Services Licensed professionals help older adults

Home Care Compassionate, highly trained caregivers assist individuals of all ages recovering from an illness or hospitalization; help seniors manage daily life. Services personalized to individual needs.

Kosher Meals on Wheels For seniors in San Francisco in need and who have a kosher preference, service offers hot, nutritious kosher lunch delivered up to five times per week.

Suse Moyal Center for Older Adult Services – Alameda County JFCS East Bay 2484 Shattuck Ave. Suite 210 Berkeley, CA 94704 (925) 927-2000 jfcs-eastbay.org rclancy@jfcs-eastbay.org Director of Adult Services: Rita Clancy, LCSW COO: Jonathan Wang Personalized care for older adults and caregiving families. Helping older adults stay healthy, connected and independent, including home care, geriatric consultations and support groups.

Cultural & Social

Additional programs for adults of all ages are in Chapter 8, College & Adult Education.

B’nai Israel of Rossmoor Senior Adult Congregation Mail to: P.O. Box 2070 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (925) 308-6360 mike.mharris@gmail.com Leadership Group: Mike Harris Membership Chair: Lucy Felcher Friday Shabbat service for senior adults at 7:30 p.m. High Holy Day services at the Event Center, Tahoe Room; call for times.

Everyone welcome.

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Community Conversations and Older Adult Programs Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8616 paloaltojcc.org/tuesdays mrosengaus@paloaltojcc.org Senior Manager, Adult Programs: Michelle Rosengaus Attend lectures, enjoy concerts and much more. Activities include festive holiday lunches, monthly senior excursions, classes and special events. Transportation available.

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Friendship Circle Seniors 55+ JCC of Sonoma County 1301 Farmers Lane, Suite C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-1182/ Fax: (707) 528-4288 jccsoco.org/friendshipcircle55/ friendship-circle/ friendshipcircle@jccsoco.org Friendship Circle Program Director: Sandy Andresen

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Seniors 55+ enjoy cultural events, lectures, meetings and holiday outreach. Also information/referral. Monthly newsletter.

Until there’s a cure, there’s Companioa

JCC SF Healthy Aging 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1262 jccsf.org/program/healthy-aging sschulz@jccsf.org Director of Lifelong Learning: Shiva Schulz Free and low-cost programs providing learning and exploration through lectures, classes, clubs, movies, wellness programs and holiday celebrations.

Independent Living Support Community for Jewish Seniors (CJS) Chabad of Cole Valley 1300 Shrader St. San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 786-5642 cjssf.org info@cjssf.org Director: Rabbi Nosson Potash Program Coordinator: Rabbi Yakov Barber

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Provides volunteers, visitation, and Shabbat and holiday services at senior care facilities and to independent seniors living in San Francisco. Currently servicing 16 senior care facilities. *advertisers

Trusted Home Care Nony’s dedication to clients is just one of the many reasons why we’re the Bay Area’s leading expert in senior care.

In fact, over 20,000 Bay Area families trust us to take care of family and loved ones in the comfort of their own homes.

Free consultation 415-449-3700 SeniorsAtHome.org

Nony Caregiver

A Division of Jewish Family and Children’s Services San Francisco Peninsula Marin Sonoma County HHA License 220000378

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Get Up & Go Senior Transportation Program Peninsula JCC 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2750 Fax: (650) 378-2799 pjcc.org/programs/senior-transportation

cal, rehabilitative and social services to frail elderly and adults with functional impairments; offering special outreach to Russian-speaking individuals.

Free transportation for older adults (age 50+) in San Mateo County for medical appointments, food shopping and errands, Monday-Friday. Reservations by Wednesday of week prior to service. Volunteer drivers needed.

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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) 449-2901 jfcs.org/find-help/seniors/lchaimhealth-center annab@jfcs.org Program Director: Anna Borovik Intake Coordinator: Lyudmila Mashinskaya Licensed day program providing medi-

Residential East Bay

The Reutlinger Community* 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 648-2800 Fax: (925) 648-2801 rcjl.org jmammad@rcjl.org Executive Director: Julie Mammad Rabbi Zari Weiss An interactive senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and memory care, while providing high-quality health care and social support services in a life-enhancing environment with a commitment to Jewish values.

Assisted Living, Independent Living with Services, Memory Care, Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing

You Deserve a Life of Comfort and Security The Reutlinger Community offers a maintenance-free approach to senior living in a welcoming community.

Schedule a personalized tour today!

925-594-6353 rcjl.org

4000 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA 94506 • License #075600335 • COA #341 • Equal Housing Opportunity •

The Reutlinger Community is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with a commitment to Jewish values. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), sexual orientation, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, or physical or mental ability.

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Peninsula/ South Bay

Moldaw Residences 899 E. Charleston Road Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 433-3600 Fax: (650) 230-4886 moldaw.org Executive Director: Elyse Gerson Part of the Taube-Koret Campus for Jewish Life in Palo Alto. Maintenance-free senior living in a multigenerational setting, with independent and assisted living, memory support and onsite rehab. Kosher kitchen.

Menorah Park 3365 Sacramento St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 929-7912 Fax: (415) 929-7649 menorahpark.wordpress.com joan@menorahpark.com Executive Director: Joan Levison Operations Manager: Sima Kaminsky Provides Section 8 HUD-subsidized afford-

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The Melaveh Project (510) 649-5724 jewish-funerals.org/melaveh melavehproject@gmail.com Project Coordinator: Herb Brosbe, M.D. “Melaveh” is Hebrew for “one who accompanies.” Organization provides comfort to Jews in their final days and hours, and provides support for caregivers and loved ones. Currently serving limited East Bay communities.

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Consulate General of Israel Pacific Northwest – San Francisco 456 Montgomery St., Suite 2100 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 844-7510 Fax: (415) 844-7555 embassies.gov.il/san-francisco/pages/ default.aspx consulardep@sf.mfa.gov.il Consul General: Marco Sermoneta Deputy Consul General: Matan Zamir Official government office in Northern California. Provides passports, visas and consular services. Resource for information; responsible for coordinating educational, political, cultural and economic activities.

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Israel Bonds/Development Corporation for Israel 1999 Harrison St., Suite 1800 Oakland, CA 94612 (415) 548-6294 israelbonds.com sanfrancisco@israelbonds.com Uses investment dollars to finance key infrastructure projects critical to Israel.

Bonds can be purchased for IRA accounts, trusts and gifts. Member FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority).

The California-Israel Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 27625 317 West Portal St. San Francisco, CA 94127 ci-cc.org info@ci-cc.org Executive Director: Sharon Vanek Not-for-profit, industry-supported organization dedicated to strengthening business, investment, technology and trade relations between California and Israel. *advertisers

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American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem Northwest Region 2625 Middlefield Road, Box 581 Palo Alto, CA 94306 (310) 229-0915 acsz.org northwestregion@acsz.org Director: Paul Jeser

(415) 299-8691 afhu.org pacificnorthwest@afhu.org Executive Director: Jeremy Benjamin National not-for-profit organization supporting Israel‘s renowned center of higher education and research.

American Technion Society Silicon Valley/San Francisco P.O. Box 689 Mill Valley, CA 94942 (415) 450-8722 Supports 1,000-bed hospital established in 1902 in central Jerusalem. World-renowned ats.org for Jewish genetics, oncology, cardiac, birth- technion.norcal@ats.org Board Chair, San Francisco Leadership: ing, infant care and adherence to Jewish Micah Broude medical ethics.

Board Chair, Silicon Valley Leadership: Ofer Ben-Shachar American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science Provides critical support to Technion– Bay Area Office Israel Institute of Technology, a global 1410 Franklin St., Unit 120 innovation powerhouse. Its research, San Francisco, CA 94109 education and innovations advance critical (415) 981-4002 breakthroughs for Israel and the world.

Fax: (415) 981-4007 weizmann-usa.org Americans for Ben-Gurion University bayarea@acwis.org Bay Area Chapter Executive Director: Andy Weissman (510) 708-0953 Philanthropic Giving: Debra Weinstein americansforbgu.org juditha@americansforbgu.org Founded in 1944, the committee develops Director of Development: Judith Alterman philanthropic support for the institute in Director of Development: Jerami Shecter Israel and advances its mission of science for the benefit of humanity.

Raises funds and awareness for worldclass institution known for leadership in American Friends of Tel Aviv University sustainability, desert agriculture, water (415) 246-7411 management, bio- and nanotechnologies, aftau.org cybersecurity, global medicine and Hebrew csteinberg@aftau.org literature.

Associate Vice President, Pacific Northwest: Carolyn Bell Steinberg Friends of the Israel Defense Forces Since its founding in 1956, the university has (650) 709-6450 grown to be recognized as a world-renowned fidf.org/act-local/our-chapters/ san-francisco-bay-area-chapter center for study, research and innovation. It leann.zatlavi@fidf.org embraces students of all religions and ethnicities from Israel and worldwide. American Executive Director: Amarelle Green Senior Development Manager: Friends supports these endeavors.

Leann Zatlavi American Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Pacific Northwest Region 548 Market St., Suite 90944 San Francisco, CA 94104

Non-political, non-military organization provides for the well-being of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces. Supports educational, financial, well-being, and cultural initiatives, in accordance with IDF priorities.

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Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund (Main Office) 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-0411 jewishfed.org info@sfjcf.org Mobilizes innovation, collaboration and investment to shape diverse, dynamic Bay Area Jewish communities where people find a meaningful connection to Judaism and each other. Working to better lives locally, in Israel and around the world.

Jewish National Fund–USA Northern California Regional Office (415) 677-9600 jnf.org mkariv@jnf.org Director, Northern California: Martha Kariv President, Northern California: Helen Loewenstein Invests in building new communities in Israel‘s Negev and Galilee regions, collaborating with diverse environmental and humanitarian partners to support Israel‘s 21st-century pioneers.

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Western States Director: Wayne Klitofsky Bipartisan organization of pro-Israel Americans committed to strengthening and expanding the U.S.-Israel relationship in ways that enhance the security of both countries.

BlueStar 96 Jesse St. Suite 310 San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-6300 Fax: (415) 777-8525 bluestarpr.com bluestarpr@bluestarpr.com Mission is to humanize perceptions about Israel, using visual media to build support for Israel‘s case as a Jewish democracy within secure, recognized borders. Providing resources to inform campus and community conversations on Israel.

Facts and Logic about the Middle East (FLAME) Mail to: P.O. Box 3460 Berkeley, CA 94703 factsandlogic.org jim@factsandlogic.org President: Jim Sinkinson 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.

ISRAEL21c 44 Montgomery St. Suite 3700 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 318-8964 israel21c.org info@israel21c.org Executive Director: Jason Harris Nonprofit educational organization whose mission is to disseminate information about the vibrant, creative and real Israel of the 21st century and its contributions to the world.

J Street jstreet.org sfbayarea@jstreet.org Northwest Regional Director: Rabbi Andrew Straus Works for a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, ensuring the survival of Israel as a democratic homeland for the Jewish people. *advertisers

The Oshman Family JCC is proud to be a part of the Koret Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood.

New Israel Fund 235 Montgomery St., Suite 460 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 543-5055/ Fax: (415) 543-6066 nif.org sf@nif.org Deputy Vice President, Bay Area: Orli Bein Leading organization advancing and defending democracy in Israel. Widely credited with building Israeli progressive civil society, organization has provided over $300 million to more than 900 organizations since inception in 1979.

Sonoma County Israel Committee (707) 537-2211 israelupdate.info elicohen@Israelupdate.info Chair: Dr. Eli Cohen Focal point in Sonoma County on issues related to Israel: the nation, the people, the land. Nonpolitical, organizes Israel‘s Independence Day celebrations and more.

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An international, nonpartisan education organization that supports Israel and fights antisemitism. Empowers students and communities with leadership training and educational programs. Informs through social media, print and digital materials.

A Wider Bridge 2912 Diamond St., Suite 348 San Francisco, CA 94131 (866) 288-5774 awiderbridge.org info@awiderbridge.org

Executive Director: Ethan Felson Pro-Israel organization working to create opportunities for LGBTQ people in the United States, along with friends and allies, to engage and connect with Israel.

Local Israeli Services

Chabad Israeli–Silicon Valley 10390 Heney Creek Place Cupertino, CA 95014 chabadisraeli.org Co-directors: Rabbi Menachem Landa Sonia Landa Home away from home for the Israeli community throughout the year. Torah classes, kids, family and High Holy Day programs and services.

Israeli Cultural Connection (ICC)* Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8608 paloaltojcc.org/icc icc@paloaltojcc.org Director: Ronit Jacobs Brings Israeli culture to the South Bay with lectures by well-known speakers, Israeli movie nights, social gatherings, holiday events, children‘s activities and more.

Israeli House Consulate General of Israel 456 Montgomery St., Suite 2100 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 844-7505/ Fax: (415) 844-7555 embassies.gov.il/san-francisco/ consularservices/pages/ returning-residents.aspx israeli-house@sf.mfa.gov.il Director: Adi Elmalach

Provides the Israeli community with cultural events and holiday celebrations in Hebrew, in addition to guiding Israelis who wish to return to their homeland.

Travel

Israel Within Reach Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund 121 Steuart St. San Francisco, CA 94105 jewishfed.org/how-we-help/ scholarships/israel-within-reach israelwithinreach@sfjcf.org Grants to help fund teen and young adult travel to Israel. Available to applicants within the Federation‘s service area.

Tiyul Jewish Journeys 1442A Walnut St. Suite 475 Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 847-4519 tiyuljewishjourneys.com ariel@tiyuljewishjourneys.com Founder and CEO: Ariel Goldstein Specializing in educational tours and Jewish travel experiences throughout the world, including Shabbat dinners, visiting synagogues and Jewish neighborhoods. Includes traditional sites along with exploring local cultures.

Volunteers for Israel Northern California Region (510) 387-6000/ Fax: (844) 514-1948 vfi-usa.org san-francisco@vfi-usa.org Regional Manager: Jack Fruchtman Opportunity to connect with Israel by working alongside Israeli soldiers performing civilian duties on an Israeli Defense Forces base. Volunteers spend one, two or three weeks year round.

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Carmel Jewish Film Festival Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Road Carmel, CA 93923 (831) 624-2015 carmeljff.org carmeljff@sbcglobal.net Celebrates the artistry of film and educates viewers with film offerings conceived and created through a Jewish lens. Entertains, provokes discussion and provides experiences that engage both mind and heart.

East Bay International Jewish Film Festival P.O. Box 4869 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (925) 240-3053 eastbayjewishfilm.org directoreastbayjewishfilm@hotmail.com Director: Riva Gambert An independent film festival serving the Contra Costa and Tri-Valley regions with an annual festival and year-round programming.

Jewish Film Institute 145 9th St. Suite 200 San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 621-0556 Fax: (415) 621-0568 jfi.org jewishfilm@jfi.org Executive Director: Lexie Leban Presents year-round events, screenings and the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival — the largest and oldest festival of its kind and leader in the curation of Jewish film and media. Offers support to filmmakers.

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2130 21st St. Sacramento, CA 95818 (916) 486-0906 sacjewishfilmfest.org jbirch@jewishsac.org Director: Teven Laxer Programs and Special Projects Coordinator: Jessica Braverman Birch Annual film festival presenting films that inspire, require thought and provide entertainment. Festival also includes live entertainment, receptions and discussions.

Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival P.O. Box 2190 Cupertino, CA 95015 (408) 498-0904 Fax: (408) 358-7311 svjff.org info@svjff.org Executive Director: Tzvia Shelef Annual series held in the fall features award-winning international films and documentaries on Israel, Jewish heritage, mystery and tradition. Films also presented during the rest of the year.

Sonoma County Jewish and Israeli Film Festivals JCC Sonoma County Mail to: 1301 Farmers Lane Suite C103 Santa Rosa, CA 95405 (707) 528-4222 Fax: (707) 528-4288 jccsoco.org/filmprograms For over 27 years, this annual fall festival has brought new award-winning films that celebrate Jewish life around the world to Sonoma County.

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CEO: Jo Ellen Green Kaiser Publisher: Steven Gellman J. The Jewish News of Northern California is the Jewish community’s No. 1 news source, covering news, culture and lifecycle events in areas stretching from Redding to Santa Cruz, from San Francisco to the Sierras. Started as The Emanu-El in 1895, J. now regularly breaks stories that are picked up by the San Francisco Chronicle, Mercury News, Berkeleyside and the Forward.

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Tikkun 2342 Shattuck Ave. Suite 1200 Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 644-1200 tikkun.org magazine@tikkun.org Editor and Founder: Michael Lerner Founded in 1986, this journal is now a completely online publication. It brings together progressive religious and secular voices to address social transformation, environmental concern, politics and the Middle East.

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TALKS & WORKSHOPS SUNDAY | June 11 “GREEK JEWRY AND THE LITTLE SHUL

THAT COULD”—In Part 2 of “Heritage and Memory: The Jews of Greece,” Jim Mavrikios discusses the history and customs of Romaniote Jews and the Western Hemisphere’s only Romaniote synagogue, in New York City. Presented by New Lehrhaus and Jewish Genealogical Society of Oregon. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $24 for both parts. tinyurl.com/jewsgreece

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An emotional deconsecration ceremony marks final farewell for B’nai Emunah

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LILLIAN ILSLEY-GREENE | J. STAFF Former members of Congregation B’nai Emunah in San Francisco have said goodbye to their home of nearly 50 years.

The May 28 farewell ceremony came 2½ years after the Conservative congregation merged with Congregation Beth Israel Judea, a Reform synagogue about 3 miles away, to become Congregation Am Tikvah.

After a few years of alternating services between the B’nai Emunah building in the Outer Sunset and Beth Israel Judea’s home on Brotherhood Way, it was time to pick a single, more permanent location (Brotherhood Way, where BIJ shares a campus with the Brandeis School, was chosen).

But it wasn’t all that simple.

“We didn’t feel we could just abandon the building,” said Sharon Bleviss, former B’nai Emunah president and current Am Tikvah co-president.

So instead of just shutting the doors and leaving, leadership laid out a final farewell to the building on Taraval Street at the corner of 46th Avenue.

Over the community’s last week there, there were services and an open house for congregants, new and old, to say goodbye and take a piece of B’nai Emunah with them. Souvenirs included books from the library and dishes from the kitchen with the congregation’s name.

Then Am Tikvah held a deconsecration ceremony — a process of removing a religious blessing from a building. Deconsecration as a practice is not outlined in Jewish law, but the tradition has been adopted by many synagogues moving on from their longtime homes. The May 28 ceremony was designed by consultant Rabbi Alan Henkin and a team of volunteers.

It proved to be an emotional afternoon, with a service that included remarks from former and current clergy and community leaders. In attendance were three of B’nai Emunah’s founding members. They were “Shanghailanders,” who fled Nazi Germany to Shanghai, one of the few cities around the world open to Jewish refugees. After conditions worsened in their adopted city, Jews were forced to immigrate again. This time, many came to San Francisco, where they founded the shul in the foggy Sunset.

S.F. State University assistant professor of Jewish studies Rachel B. Gross spoke about the meaning of the building to the community. Supervisors Rafael Mandelman and Joel Engardio took to the bimah to

(From left) Hannah Rethers, Kristen Fleischer and Beth Weisberg carry Torah scrolls to their new home at Am Tikvah. (Photo/Courtesy Coco Romano Giordano)

“It was a beautiful way of saying this building has served us well, and the community will continue on into the future.”

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read a city resolution penned by Supervisor Myrna Melgar, an Am Tikvah congregant.

Then six former presidents of B’nai Emunah each removed a Torah from the ark. They marched around the synagogue before exiting out the open doors.

On the way out, Rabbi Batshir Torchio, a longtime member and a former rabbinic intern there, removed the mezuzah from the doorway. (The building is now on the market.)

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house, Bleviss said.

“It was a beautiful way of saying this building has served us well, and the community will continue on into the future,” she said.

Afterward, the community escorted the Torahs by car to Brotherhood Way. Am Tikvah, which describes its denomination as “dual affiliated with both the Conservative and Reform movements,” is composed of about 110 families from B’nai Emunah and 165 from Beth Israel Judea.

On Brotherhood Way, members of both pre-merger synagogues marched the Torahs into the building under a chuppah. The Torahs were placed in their new ark, and congregants read the next week’s

Ken Mitchell holds a Torah for a curious Dov, grandson of Rabbi Batshir Torchio.

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Torah portion. Shanghailander Guenter Gruschka dressed the Torah, and the day ended with a celebratory meal.

The move was just the next step in Am Tikvah’s journey. Later this month, the congregation will welcome its first full-time rabbi, San Francisco native Rabbi Chayva Lehrman.

“This was an important ceremony in and of itself,” Bleviss said. “It was also a part of moving forward.” n

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It came to him one raucous night in 1978 while dancing at Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco. Gilbert Baker took in the colored lights, the swirling bodies, the reflections off the mirrored ball, and in a flash he conceived a symbol to represent his LGBTQ community: a rainbow flag.

That flag has since become the ubiquitous banner of gay communities and pride parades everywhere. And Baker, who died in 2017, has been remembered as a latter-day, queer Betsy Ross.

Now Berkeley-based sculptor Dina Angel-Wing has memorialized Baker in bronze with a piece celebrating the flag and its importance. All the sculpture needs is a permanent home.

“I realized the most important part of this story is the freedom to love,” the Israeli-born artist said. “That’s the essence of the flag.”

In the piece, a smiling Baker is seated on one end of a bench, the famed multi-colored flag draped across a shoulder.

On the other end are the figures of a loving gay couple in a casual embrace. And in between, there’s a space for anyone to sit.

The couple depicted were modeled after Dr. Jerome Goldstein, a prominent San Francisco neurologist and LGBTQ activist, and his late husband, Tom Taylor. Goldstein commissioned the piece and first met with AngelWing two years ago to discuss Dina Angel-Wing the project — underneath a wind-whipped rainbow flag at Harvey Milk Plaza.

After Baker’s death, Goldstein wanted to pay tribute to him, and at the same time honor his husband who, by 2020, had fallen gravely ill. A work of art seemed to be the best way possible. Goldstein “wanted to commemorate both of them,” Angel-Wing said. “He was trying to get in touch with the merchants association of the Castro, but he knew it would take too long [for approvals]. So he [commissioned] it himself.

Then we met at the plaza where the big flag is.”

Goldstein, 81, has been active in the local community for decades. In 1977 he co-founded Bay Area Physicians for Human Rights, an organization dedicated to improving health care for the LGBTQ community. A few years later, he helped start the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association, known as GLMA today. He was also a pioneering member of Congregation Sha’ar Zahav, the city’s predominantly LGBTQ shul.

He and his husband — known among their friends as Tom and Jerry — received a San Francisco pride service award, the Heritage of Pride, in 2015, an honor given to “organizations, individuals or other entities that have contributed 10 years of consecutive service to the LGBTQ community.”

Tom and Jerry were together from 1973 until Jerry’s death in 2020, and when they got married in 2013, Baker was a co-officiant at their wedding.

THURSDAY | June 15 “THE MAGNES: COMMUNITY CON-

VERSATIONS”—The museum’s new executive director Hannah Weisman and staffers discuss updates on the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life. With coffee and light refreshments. At the Magnes, 2121 Allston Way, Berkeley. 3-4 p.m. Free, registration required. tinyurl.com/ magnes-convo

FRIDAY | June 16 “QUEER JEWISH PASTS: A HISTORY OF LGBTQ JEWISH ACTIVISM AND INNOVATION FROM 1950S TO 1980S”—

Gregg Drinkwater, program director for Antisemitism Education Initiative at UC Berkeley, discusses American Jews’ involvement with gay liberation, radical feminism and creation of LGBTQ subcultures. With light dinner. Livestream option. At

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The Torah column is supported by a generous donation from Eve Gordon-Ramek in memory of Kenneth Gordon

Lauren and Andrew Benson are delighted to announce the arrival of their son, MILES HENRY BENSON, born on March 18, 2023. Miles has the good fortune of being born on his great-grandmother Sandy Stein’s birthday and holds his great-grandfather’s name Henry. He is joyfully welcomed by his loving grandparents Anna and Guy Magnus of Gig Harbor, Washington, and Laurie and Mark Benson of Hillsborough, California.

His aunt Ashley Benson, uncle Mat and aunt Lauren Lancaster, uncle Nate and aunt Danielle Lancaster are also thrilled to add a new member to the family.

EMMA GOSS of Los Altos and HÉBER CRUZ BERBER of Mexico City were engaged to be married on May 20. The couple, both typewriter collectors and history buffs, got engaged at one of their favorite places to visit: Seattle’s historic Smith Tower, built by the Smiths of Smith Corona Typewriter.

Goss, a Barnard College graduate, is a staff writer for J., a freelance reporter for NBC Bay Area and the young adult program coordinator for the Oshman Family JCC. Cruz Berber, a U.S. Army veteran, is a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo graduate, a CPA and a senior accountant at a global IT consulting company in Sunnyvale. He is also a California Search and Rescue volunteer.

Goss is the daughter of Valerie Goss of Mountain View, and Cruz Berber is the son of Hilda Berber of Delano, California.

The couple met in 2018 when they were both living in Bakersfield.

When Goss relocated from Manhattan to Bakersfield that year to start her first job reporting on television, she formed a Jewish young adult group at the local Temple Beth El, a Reform congregation.

Cruz Berber, who served on the synagogue’s board at the time, joined the young adult group, and the two became friends. The couple began dating in March 2020.

They now live with their three cats in Mountain View.

B’NAI MITZVAHS

MILES RAE SIMON Son of Jaclyn and Russell Simon, Thursday, June 1, at Temple Sinai in Oakland.

SAMMY KEYLIN Son of Irina Kaplan and Eugene Keylin, Sunday, May 21, at Chabad North Peninsula in San Mateo.

HARPER LEIGH KREFETZ Daughter of Jodi and Jason Krefetz, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills.

TATUM RAYE KREFETZ Daughter of Jodi and Jason Krefetz, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills.

ALANA CAINE Daughter of Renata and David Caine, Saturday, June 10, at Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills.

MICHAEL TARAKANOV Son of Yelena Markova and Igor Tarakanov, Thursday, June 1, at Chabad North Peninsula in San Mateo.

CAMERON AXELBAUM Daughter of Katherine Dowling and Marc Axelbaum, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco.

GABBY BATTERMANN Daughter of Lara Groch, Saturday, June 10, at Beth Chaim Congregation in Danville.

CLARICE BROWN Daughter of Anna Christina Braun and Jeff Brown, Saturday, June 10, at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco.

JONAS RICHARD KAUFMAN Son of Jennifer and Richard Kaufman, Saturday, June 3, at Congregation Beth Shalom in Napa.

JACKSON JERN Son of Leah Millheiser and Jarrett Jern, members of Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, Monday, June 12, in Jerusalem.

ASHER MENGER-THAU Son of Kirsten Menger Anderson and David Thau, Saturday, June 10, at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco.

NAOMI MERIN Daughter of Michelle and David Merin, Saturday, June 10, at Peninsula Temple Sholom in Burlingame.

RYAN NICHOLS Son of Christine and Carl Nichols, members of Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, Monday, June 12, in Jerusalem.

LEV RESNIKOFF Son of Jessica Dines and Ivan Resnikoff, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco.

SASHA RESNIKOFF Daughter of Jessica Dines and Ivan Resnikoff, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Emanu-El in San Francisco.

NOAH SHAFER Son of Jessica and Jonathan Shafer, Saturday, June 17, at Temple Isaiah in Lafayette.

LEELA UGGIRALA Daughter of Leah Lader and Ananth Uggirala, Saturday, June 17, at Congregation Etz Chayim in Palo Alto.

NOLAN VALDIVIA Son of Robyn and Matt Valdivia, Saturday, June 17, at Beth Chaim Congregation in Danville.

PEYTON VALDIVIA Daughter of Robyn and Matt Valdivia, Saturday, June 17, at Beth Chaim Congregation in Danville.

ASA WACHOWICZ Son of Kelly Wachowicz, members of Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, Monday, June 12, in Jerusalem.

SASHA LUJAN WAISBERG Daughter of Tania Waisberg and Fa Lujan, Saturday, May 27, at Temple Isaiah in Lafayette.

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Korach Numbers 16:1-18:32 If you watch the news, I’m sure you’ve seen people who live in areas that get hit often by hurricanes or tornadoes. They collect what’s left of their lives and begin to rebuild — and then it happens again! And again! You’ve probably asked yourself: “Why don’t they move?”

The reason is because that is their home. It’s what they’ve always known, the world in which they make sense to themselves. They don’t want to leave what’s familiar, even when disaster looms over it.

Something similar happened with the Jews after the Exodus. The Jews had been enslaved for generations. The memory of their freedom was impossibly distant. All they knew was hardship, mistreatment and being crushed under the boot of despotism.

After 200 years, God delivered them from Pharaoh, and brought them out of Egypt. You would think they would be happy. But every time they faced hardship, as in this week’s

Rabbi Dov Greenberg leads Stanford Chabad and lectures across the world.

The Exodus reminds us not to rush back to our emotional Egypt. Sometimes it’s time to move from one emotional home to another. and next week’s Torah sections, they complained to Moses.

“It’s hot, we’re tired. We had better food in Egypt. Moses, the water is not distilled out here. Let’s go back to Egypt.”

Why would they want to go back to Egypt?

Because it was their home. They had become comfortable being victims because it was all they had ever known.

It was the misery they knew, as opposed to the freedom that was foreign. Their parents and their grandparents were all slaves. They didn’t want to leave what was familiar — even when it was awful.

It is easy for us to tell people living in a hurricane zone that they should move. It is easy to criticize the Jews for wanting to return to Egypt. It’s harder to realize, and to admit, that we often do something similar. We all have an

emotional home that we keep returning to.

For some people it’s happiness, love and gratitude, but for others it may be fear, anxiety, worry or depression. The emotional home is the place where you feel most comfortable, to which you often retreat. It’s not always good for you. But it’s habitual.

You know the landscape, and every nook is as familiar to you as the back of your hand.

Have you ever had a dinner date with somebody you care about — your husband, wife, a good friend, a relative — and you’re supposed to meet at 7 p.m. You get there at 7, but they are not there. You wait until 7:30, and they’re still not there. When that happens, what do you feel, scanning the restaurant for them?

Some people get angry.

Some get worried.

Same scenario, very different reactions.

Why are people in the same situation experiencing it so differently? They are both going back to their emotional homes and their comfort zones. What they see happening outside is colored by how things feel inside the house.

Let’s take this one step further.

How does the angry person react when the friend arrives? Let’s just say it won’t be a very pleasant dinner. How does the worried person react when their partner arrives?

They’ll treat them with compassion and concern.

Notice that it’s the same event, identical circumstances, but very different experiences.

So, here’s the most important thing to remember: The quality of your life is the quality of your habitual emotions. Where you live emotionally determines how life feels to you.

The good news is that you can “move” your emotional home, just as you can move “The Death of Korah, Dathan and Abiram” by Gustave Doré, 1865 into an actual house.

You just need to be open to changing your habits. The home to another, perhaps to upgrade to something that’s Exodus reminds us not to rush back to our emotional more beautiful, nurturing and fulfilling, so that we can go Egypt. Sometimes it’s time to move from one emotional into our Promised Land. n

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SUNDAY | June 18

SUNDAY | June 25 “A MUSICAL JOURNEY TO IRAQI-JEWISH ROOTS”—Singer-composer Yoni Avi Battat discusses how he learned about Jewish Arabic poetry, researched translations and tracked down rare editions of Arabic books in order to weave his Arab-Jewish ancestry into his music. Presented by Jewish Community Library. 2-3 p.m. Free. tinyurl.com/iraqi-jewish

ART ONGOING CONTEMPORARY JEWISH MUSEUM, 736 MISSION ST., S.F. THECJM.ORG

ON STAGE FRIDAY | June 23 Dr. Jerome Goldstein sits on Dina Angel-Wing’s sculpture honoring Gilbert Baker (left), who designed the LGBTQ rainbow flag. Goldstein and Angel-Wing are in search of a permanent home for the piece.

Baker, who was not Jewish, had left his native Kansas for San Francisco, where he finally felt free to live as an openly gay man. A graphic designer and vexillographer (flagmaker) by trade, he toiled to replace the pink triangle, used by the Nazis, as a symbol of the LGBTQ community. On June 25, 1978, the first rainbow flag flew in San Francisco’s United Nations Plaza in time for the city’s Gay Freedom Day Parade.

In 1994, Baker created a mile-long rainbow flag for the 25th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City, a milestone in modern LGBTQ history. The 5,280-foot flag was 30 feet wide and was carried by 5,000 parade marchers.

Angel-Wing knew and understood all this history when she started work on the sculpture. Born in Kiryat Motzkin north of Haifa, Angel-Wing, 78, hails from a Sephardic family with long ties to the Holy Land. She met her first husband while studying art in Israel, and the couple moved from Europe to the Bay Area in 1976. Her studio is in Berkeley.

She started out as a ceramicist, eventually learning the complex craft of bronze sculpture. “There are seven stages for casting in bronze,” she said. “It’s a very old technique. You produce an original, then a rubber mold. From that you produce a wax version, then it goes into another mold. You JWEEKLY.COM |

melt the wax, and the bronze gets poured into the mold. You weld the pieces together and then do the patina.”

She has done bronze busts of several prominent deceased San Franciscans, such as poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti (on display in the North Beach Public Library), S.F. fire commissioner James Jefferson (Jazz Heritage Center) and S.F. Redevelopment Agency commissioner LeRoy King (also in the center).

Currently, the rainbow flag sculpture is parked in a Berkeley foundry. Because it was privately commissioned, the piece is not guaranteed a public installation. Angel-Wing hopes for the best. But unfortunately, Goldtstein is in poor health and cannot petition San Francisco officials to accept the sculpture.

Though the original objective was to place it in Harvey Milk Plaza, its ultimate fate is unknown.

No matter what happens, Angel-Wing is gratified she could honor Baker, Tom and Jerry, and by extension the LGBTQ community through her work.

“I lost a lot of friends in the ’80s to AIDS,” she said. “I have a lot of gay friends, and once they’re your friends, they’re your friends. If we can help, we should. It’s very common for Jews to be interested in helping others.” n

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“OUT OF CHARACTER”—One-man-

show written and performed by Ari’el Stachel about his life and career as an Israeli American of Yemeni Jewish descent, exploring the intersections of race, mental health and survival. Presented by Berkeley Rep. At Peet’s Theatre, 2025 Addison St., Berkeley. Times vary. $39-$119. tinyurl.com/stachelshow

“Cara Levine: To Survive I Need You to Survive”—Exhibit that explores themes of loss, empathy and equity through sculpture, video and socially engaged practices. Levine’s works reflect her thoughts on police brutality, climate change and the Covid-19 pandemic. Through July 30.

“Mika Rottenberg: Spaghetti Blockchain”—Exhibit featuring colorful video installations and interactive kinetic sculptures. Through Oct. 22.

KIDS & FAMILY

BENEFITS & SOCIAL EVENTS

FRIDAY | June 9

SUNDAY | June 18

FRIDAY | June 23

“PRIDE AND PIZZA SHABBAT”—Jewish Baby Network outdoor event for newborns through age 5, and siblings. With rainbow crafts, songs, blessings, puppets and pizza party. Bring blanket, dress in rainbow colors. Reservations required. At Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. tinyurl. com/jbn-pride-pizza

“S.F. PRIDE FAMILY FESTIVAL”—With crafts, stories, dancing, food drive, indoor parade and a family-friendly drag show. Bring non-perishable food items. Presented by JCCSF, Keshet, Oakland LGBTQ Community Center, Out and About Bookshop, PJ Library, Repair the World and Sha’ar Zahav. At JCCSF, 3200 California St., S.F. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free, registration requested. tinyurl.com/pride-fest

PICNIC”—Sharing a Shabbat ritual and a bring-your-own picnic dinner before Sunday’s Pride march.

Presented by Kehilla Community Synagogue and Congregation Sha’ar Zahav. Meet at Dolores Park, up the hill from 19th and Dolores intersection, S.F. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Free. tinyurl.com/trans-march

FRIDAY | June 23

JCCSF IN S.F. PRIDE PARADE—Walk

SUNDAY | June 11 “EAST BAY FAMILY PRIDE FEST”—

Celebratory family pride festival featuring crafts, snacks, dance party and drag storytime with Bay Area drag queen Kylie Minono, who has described herself as “one-quarter Jewish.” Presented

by JCC East Bay, PJ Library Bay Area, Jewish Gateways, Tkiya and Honeymoon Israel. At JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley.

10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Free, registration requested. tinyurl.com/family-pride-fest

NEWBORN PLAYGROUP—Jewish Baby Network workshop on how to connect with your baby, for parents of babies born September 2022 and after. Registrants get a “Shalom” baby goodie bag. With coffee and food. At Live Oak Park, 1301 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Free, reservations required. tinyurl.com/jbn-playgroup

FRIDAY | June 16

“MUSICAL SUMMER SHABBAT”—

Jewish Baby Network outdoor, casual Shabbat event for newborns through age 5, and siblings. With music, shakers, puppets, dancing, challah and grape juice. Bring blanket, picnic dinner. Co-presented by Congregation Beth Jacob. At Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. 5:30-7 p.m. Free, reservation required. tinyurl.com/ musical-jbn

SUNDAY | June 25 or ride with the JCCSF in the Pride parade. Participants get a free JCCSF Pride T-shirt. Bring water and Pride style. Co-sponsored by East Bay JCC, Honeymoon Israel,

Jewish Silicon Valley, Jewish Baby Network, JCRC, Keshet, Osher Marin JCC and Peninsula JCC. Meet at Parade assembly area, Main Street between Mission and Market, S.F. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free, advanced registration required. tinyurl.com/pride-parade-sf

PJCC IN S.F. PRIDE PARADE—Walk with the Peninsula JCC and other local Jewish groups in the annual Pride parade. Participants get a free PJCC Pride T-shirt. Co-sponsored by Peninsula Temple Beth El, Peninsula Sinai Congregation, Peninsula Temple Sholom and Beth Jacob. Meet up to ride BART to the parade; time and location TBA. tinyurl.com/pjcc-pride

FRIDAY | June 30

“BABY AND TOT SHABBAT PICNIC”—

Jewish Baby Network outdoor, casual Shabbat event for newborns through age 5, and siblings.

With music, shakers, puppets, dancing, challah and grape juice.

Bring blanket, picnic dinner. At Congregation Beth Jacob, 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City. 5:30-7 p.m. Free, reservation required. tinyurl.com/tot-picnic

“TRANS* MARCH SHABBAT

“PRIDE SHABBAT IN THE PARK”—

Jewish Baby Network casual Shabbat event for newborns to age 5, and siblings. With songs, blessings, challah and juice. Bring picnic dinner. Co-presented by Kehilla Community Synagogue. At Dracena Quarry Park, 130 Dracena Ave., Piedmont. 5:30-7 p.m. Free, reservation required. tinyurl.com/ pride-jbn

Sandra Fox’s recent book “The Jews of Summer” looks at the history of American Jewish summer camps.

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Happy campers Sandra Fox, the author of “The Jews of Summer: Summer Camp and Jewish Culture in Postwar America,” will discuss topics from her recently published book. She’ll delve into the profound impact of Jewish overnight camps, exploring how they became a rite of passage and a mainstay of U.S. Jewish culture in an era when American Jews faced the pressures of assimilation. Presented by New Lehrhaus in partnership with the Stanford University Press Series in Jewish History and Culture.

Online 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 11. $12, registration required. tinyurl.com/jews-summer

Calendar June 9-30

What’s for Shabbat dinner?

After a successful cooking demo for Under One Tent last year, J. recipe columnist Faith Kramer is back by popular demand. The East Bay author of “52 Shabbats: Friday Night Dinners Inspired by a Global Jewish Kitchen” — her 2021 cookbook packed with dishes from berbere lentils to cardamom cheesecakes to Jewish standards — will give another cooking demo, plus talk about her seasonally organized recipes and the foodways and customs of the Jewish diaspora.

Online 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 11. Free, registration required. tinyurl.com/52-shabbats-cooking

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Congregation Sha’ar Zahav, 290 Dolores St., S.F. 6-7:15 p.m. Free. tinyurl.com/queer-pasts

“QUEER YOGA ON THE FARM”—Urban Adamah presents a class for queers who love yoga by teaming up with SoulFlow Oakland, which aims to center Black, Indigenous and people of color needs and lift the voices of the South Asian community. With hatha flow, meditation, Pride activity and tea. At Urban Adamah, 1151 Sixth St., Berkeley.

12:30-2:30 p.m. $18-$54, sliding scale. tinyurl.com/queer-yoga

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Folk Dancing

Café Shalom of San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah 625 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (669) 444-1284 facebook.com/groups/43101451376 udy@pobox.com Contact: Udy Gold Israeli folk dance party meets second Saturday of the month. Warm-up and beginners’ session at 7:30 p.m., 8:15-10 p.m. for requests.

Cafe Simcha (Israeli Folk Dancing) Arlington Community Church 52 Arlington Ave. Mail to: 670 Oberlin Ave. Kensington, CA 94708 (510) 386-3155 cafesimcha.org Contact: David Bergen Wednesday evenings: 8-9:15 p.m. teaching; requests until 11:30 p.m. $8. Dance parties every fifth week.

Israeli Folk Dancing in Marin Osher Marin JCC 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ Fax: (415) 491-1235 marinjcc.org/event/ israeli-folk-dance-session-7 jrosenberg@marinjcc.org Dance Instructor: Bronwyn Eisenberg Director, Taube Center for Jewish Peoplehood: Jessica Rosenberg These Israeli folk dances are fun and great exercise, set to a wonderful assortment of Israeli and world music.

Israeli Folk Dancing in Santa Rosa Congregation Beth Ami 4676 Mayette Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 528-4874, (707) 360-3000 bethamisr.org office@bethamisr.org *advertisers

Contact: Leanne Schy Welcoming group, varying skill levels, lots of fun. Every other Wednesday, 7 p.m. to whenever the dancers stop. Call or check website.

Israeli Folk Dancing in South Bay (408) 771-4542 louitucker.com loui@louitucker.com Dance Instructor: Loui Tucker Dancing with a seasoned Israeli folk dancer who has over 30 years of experience teaching beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons throughout the South Bay. First visit is free. Call or email to check scheduling.

Tuesdays in San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah 625 Brotherhood Way San Francisco, CA 94132 (408) 406-6766 udy@pobox.com Teachers: Udy and Ori Gold Israeli folk dance class, all ages and all levels welcome. 7:30 p.m. for beginners, 8:15-10 p.m. for requests. Learn basic Israeli dance steps and beginner dances. Adults $10, students $5.

Genealogy & History

Jewish Historical Society of Napa Valley (707) 253-7305 Highlights contributions of Jews to region; commissioned two books “Under the Vine and the Fig Tree” by Lin Weber and “The Jews of Napa Valley” by Donna Mendelsohn and Henry Michalski.

San Francisco Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society P.O. Box 318214 San Francisco, CA 94131 (650) 208-3580 sfbajgs.org president@sfbajgs.org President: Jeremy Frankel Vice President: Preeva Tramiel

All speaker programs via Zoom. Publishes ZichronNote, a quarterly journal, in print and electronically. Also offers record transcription volunteer opportunities.

Judaica, Gifts & Books

Judaica can also be found at gift shops in synagogues and JCCs. Afikomen Judaica* 3042 Claremont Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 655-1977 afikomen.com mail@afikomen.com Co-owners: Rabbi Chaim Mahgel-Friedman Nell Mahgel-Friedman Everything needed to celebrate Jewish holidays and life. Features a stunning selection of Shabbat and Passover items, plus mezuzahs, talllits, menorahs, jewelry, fair trade, books, nosh, gifts and more. Visit store or shop online.

Cutting Edge Creations* San Jose, CA Toll-free: (877) 321-7925 lisarauchwerger.com cec@lisarauchwerger.com Owner/Artist: Lisa Rauchwerger Custom ketubot (all flavors), symbolic papercuts and paper sculpture, Hebrew and English calligraphy, invitations and whimsical illustration. Commissioned pieces welcome for all occasions.

Dayenu (inside JCC SF) 3220 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 563-6563 dayenu.com dayenujcc@gmail.com Owner: Hiroko Nogami-Rosen Art, jewelry, talliits, ketubahs, books, cards, Kiddush cups, menorahs, mezuzahs, holiday items, music, toys, Ahava products.

Challah on Fridays. Rents chuppahs and Israeli cellphones.

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The Sukkah Project®* (844) 4-sukkot (478-5568) sukkot.com shalom@sukkot.com Owner: Abram Herman

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Women of Rodef Sholom Judaica Gift Shop (Osher Marin JCC, Foyer) 170 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 640-7868 wrs-giftshop.square.site wrsgiftshop@gmail.com A great selection of Judaica for Shabbat, Havdalah, simchas, special occasions. Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fridays 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Delivery in Marin.

afikomen.com • 3042 Claremont Ave. Berkeley • 510.655.1977

Museums & Galleries

The Contemporary Jewish Museum* 736 Mission St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 655-7800/ Fax: (415) 655-7815 thecjm.org info@thecjm.org Interim Executive Director: Kerry King Visitor Experience Manager: Emily Byrne Since its founding in 1984, this downtown San Francisco museum has presented dynamic exhibitions and educational programs that explore contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history, art and ideas.

The Fine Museum (Congregation Emanu-El) 2 Lake St.

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One of the pre-eminent Jewish collections in a university setting, with diverse holdings including art, objects, texts, music and historical documents about Jews in the global diaspora and the American West.

Isaacs Gallery (Osher Marin JCC) 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ Fax: (415) 491-1235 marinjcc.org/jewishlife/art-exhibits jrosenberg@marinjcc.org Director, Taube Center for Jewish Peoplehood: Jessica Rosenerg

Peninsula JCC Art Gallery 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 378-2751 pjcc.org/programs/art-exhibits-events/ arts@pjcc.org Cultural Arts and Adult Director: Kimberly Gordon

Rotating art and photography exhibits celebrating Jewish life. Free exhibit openings with artist receptions.

Showcasing the works of talented Jewish artists from around the world and presenting exhibits that explore Jewish values, themes and ideas. Free and open to the public.

Jewish Heritage Museum The Reutlinger Community 4000 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 (925) 648-2800 rcjl.org/jewish-heritage-museum

Music & Choruses

HaShirim Collection of Judaica includes ritual objects, (650) 321-4262 hashirim.org works on paper, sculpture, stained glass, alpodell@gmail.com poster art, displays of Jewish holiday celePresident: Allen Podell brations and special exhibits.

Chorale’s primary mission is community Katz Snyder Gallery (JCC SF) outreach, bringing Jewish music — classic 3200 California St. to contemporary — to senior facilities.

San Francisco, CA 94118 Meeting Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., in (415) 292-1200 person and with Zoom option. Phone or jccsf.org/program/art-exhibits email for venues. support@jccsf.org Director of Public Programs and Jewish Folk Chorus of San Francisco Community Engagement: Gayle Lidman Mail to: P.O. Box 590987 Rotating exhibition gallery focusing on art San Francisco, CA 94159 and culture, plus guided tours, lectures and (510) 533-3903 jewishfolkchorussf.org artist events. info@jewishfolkchorussf.org President: Renee Enteen Koch Gallery at the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall (Oshman Family JCC) Over 90 years of singing and performing 3921 Fabian Way primarily Yiddish folk music; also Ladino, Palo Alto, CA 94303 Hebrew and Russian songs. Normally (650) 223-8700 meets on Tuesday nights, with Zoom paloaltojcc.org option. All voices welcome.

Innovative collection of art exhibits and receptions, welcoming local and national artists to the JCC for their work to be enjoyed by all.

The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life at UC Berkeley* 2121 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94720 *advertisers

Nigunim Community Chorus Jewish Music Resource Center (JMRC) 921 Everett St. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 504-2235 nigunim.org achibenshalom@gmail.com Director: Achi Ben Shalom

Yiddish Choristers of Congregation Etz Chayim 4161 Alma St. Palo Alto, CA 94306 kkbergen@comcast.net Musical Director: Karen Bergen Sing-alongs are mainly in Yiddish, plus occasionally in Hebrew, Ladino, Russian and English. Adult group meets two afternoons per month on Zoom. For schedule, email director.

Performing Arts JCC East Bay 1414 Walnut St. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-0237 jcceastbay.org sarahwr@jcceastbay.org Director of Public Programs: Sarah Wolfman-Robichaud

Programming features music, film, literary events, learning and volunteer opportunities. Public programs designed in partnership with guest curators and local artists.

JCC SF Arts & Ideas 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1200 jccsf.org/arts support@jccsf.org Director of Arts & Ideas: Stephanie Singer Enlightening lectures and conversations with ground-breaking thought leaders and intellectuals, star chefs and food mavens, upand-coming authors, and film and TV makers whose ideas are reshaping our world.

Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts Osher Marin JCC 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 444-8000/ Fax: (415) 491-1235 marinjcc.org jrosenberg@marinjcc.org Director, Taube Center for Jewish Peoplehood: Jessica Rosenberg Year-round performances featuring singer-songwriters, concerts, eclectic music, conversations with authors; spotlights upand-coming performers. Summer evening outdoor concerts.

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The museum hosts popular series of changing exhibitions on a broad range of themes, often from internationally renowned Jewish artists.

Sings and performs Jewish folk, liturgical and modern songs in Hebrew, Ladino and Yiddish. New singers are always welcome.

Sight-reading skill helpful but not required.

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San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 751-2541 x123/ Fax: (415) 751-2511 emanuelsf.org/community/museum sleykin@emanuelsf.org Director of Facilities and Special Events: Svetlana Leykin

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Peninsula JCC Cultural and Performing Arts 800 Foster City Blvd.

Foster City, CA 94404 (650) 212-PJCC (7522)/ Fax: (650) 378-2799 pjcc.org kgordon@pjcc.org Cultural Arts and Adult Director: Kimberly Gordon Concerts, thought-provoking lectures, award-winning art gallery, cultural events and more.

Schultz Cultural Arts Hall at the Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8699 paloaltojcc.org/arts boxoffice@paloaltojcc.org Cultural Arts Manager: Michelle Shabtai Arts venue featuring internationally acclaimed performers and authors in stimulating season of music, drama, dance, lectures and art.

Sports

Northern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame

54 Fernwood Drive San Francisco, CA 94127 (415) 516-3885 jshofnc.org iamcher@comcast.net President: Steve Sockolov Treasurer: Cheryl Markuse Arenson Recognizes distinguished achievement of Northern California Jewish sports figures.

Provides support for Jewish athletes in need; places books on Jewish sports history in libraries; facilitates Jewish Heritage Nights with local professional teams.

Yiddish

KlezCalifornia Mailing address only: 6714 Gladys Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (415) 789-7679 klezcalifornia.org nu@klezcalifornia.org Executive Director: Judy Kunofsky President: Gerry Tenney Connect with Yiddish culture: website includes searchable database of events online and all over Northern California, Bay Area

resources including klezmer bands. Free monthly e-newsletter.

Kutner Yiddish Resources Philip “Fishl” Kutner 1128 Tanglewood Way San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 349-6946 derbay.org fishl@derbay.org Founder: Philip Kutner Yiddish website, international AngloYiddish newsletter, international Yiddish Zoom group.

Workers Circle/Arbeter Ring, Northern California circle.org/northern-california bigwilensky@sonic.net Yiddish Class Coordinator: Sharon Wilensky Offering two levels of free biweekly Yiddish classes online: Beginner/intermediate Friday afternoons. Spring semester January through June; fall semester September through December. (No July-August classes.) Yiddish-Hebrew alphabet knowledge required (alphabet resources provided on request).

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Banquet & Event Venues

Some of the following facilities 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.

Please check with the individual organizations. See also Chapter 4 Religious Life and Chapter 5 Agencies & Organizations.

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Congregation Beth Shalom of Napa Valley

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1455 Elm St. Napa, CA 94559 (707) 253-7305 cbsnapa.org office@cbsnapa.org Synagogue Director: Lauren Snyder

Indoor and outdoor facilities for bar/bat mitzvahs and social events. Accommodates 75 to 350 guests in newly renovated ballrooms. Special bar/bat mitzvah guest room rates available.

A picturesque place in Napa Valley for special events: simchas, concerts, film festivals, classes, retreats or meetings.

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Sheraton Palo Alto* 625 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 328-2800 Fax: (650) 462-2937 marriott.com/sjcsi cgerstner@pahotel.com Director of Sales and Marketing: Colleen Gerstner

The Westin Palo Alto* 675 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 321-4422 Fax: (650) 462-2937 marriott.com/sjcwp cgerstner@pahotel.com Director of Sales and Marketing: Colleen Gerstner Elegant facilities for weddings, banquets and meetings. Seating up to 80 people. Newly renovated restaurant, bar and guest rooms.

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JCC SF Private Event Rentals 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 292-1200 jccsf.org/rentals-private-events support@jccsf.org Private Events Manager: Sara Glass Landmark and treasured cultural center that blends city sophistication with the warmth of community. Versatile, elegant, grand and intimate spaces create an ideal atmosphere for any type of event.

One Market Restaurant* 1 Market St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-2233 onemarket.com/private-dining events@onemarket.com Director of Special Events: Christine Chafin General Manager/Partner: Lorenzo Bouchard

options. Named among top 10 American restaurants by Gayot Guide.

For over 25 years, farm-to-table culinary precision and professional hospitality have delighted guests at events from intimate to grand. With 10 customizable booking

An ideal spot for casual dinners, upscale celebrations, family and business events, plus catering. Featuring French cuisine, elegant pastries and impeccable service.

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Large room accommodates up to 40 guests Private room accommodates up to 16 people

Cafe Boho* 3321 Steiner St. San Francisco, CA 94123 (415) 602-1182 cafebohosf.com cafebohosf@gmail.com General Manager/Co-owner: Stella Roller

The City Club of San Francisco* 155 Sansome St. San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 854-7241 Fax: (415) 362-2042 cityclubsf.com membership@cityclubsf.com Contact: Sales & Catering Department Elegant art deco design and a stunning Diego Rivera original fresco. Celebrating bar and bat mitzvahs and weddings in the heart of the city. Specializing in outstanding cuisine, excellent service, and one-stopshop event planning expertise.

Plan Your Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah Boho Restaurant 3321 Steiner Street 415-374-7518 cafebohosf.com Dinner: Tue-Thurs & Sun 5pm-9pm Fri & Sat 5pm-10pm Brunch: Sat & Sun11am-3pm Visit us for fabulous pastries at Boho Petite 2146 Chestnut Street 8:30am-6pm Tues-Sun 88 | Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in the Bay Area

Newly renovated indoor/outdoor facilities to accommodate 75 to 350 guests Reception room with vaulted 20’ ceiling and outdoor lawn area

A catering staff which will professionally plan and oversee your special day Special weekend room rates for out-of-town guests

Sheraton Palo Alto 625 El Camino Real · Palo Alto, CA 650.328.2800 www.marriott.com/sjcsi *advertisers

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San Francisco Design Center Galleria* 101 Henry Adams St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 490-5861 sfvenues.com jwagner@sfdesigncenter.com Director of Special Events: Julia Wagner Modern and versatile, this is an ideal venue for celebrations, with state-of-the art lighting, retractable skylight, flexible catering, dance floor and more.

Chuppahs & Ritual Object Rentals

In addition to the listing below, synagogues and Judaica stores may also provide chuppahs for rent. See Chapter 4, Religious Life and Congregations, or Chapter 13, Arts, Entertainment & Judaica.

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JIY Celebrations JCCSF, 3200 California St. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 276-1514

jccsf.org/program/jiy-celebrations ritualresource@jccsf.org Jew It Yourself! This service provides free access to Torah scrolls and chuppahs needed to bring communal Jewish celebrations and ceremonies to life.

Invitations

Paper Pizzazz!* (650) 858-0771 rsvpbyfrosty.com rsvpbyfrosty@gmail.com Contact: Frosty Gross Personalized service for bar/bat mitzvah and wedding invitations and holiday cards, plus gifts and envelope-addressing at discounted prices.

Music & DJs

Gatsby Event Studios* (925) 200-7391 gatsbyeventstudios.com info@gatsbyeventstudios.com Founder, MC/DJ: Adam Goldstein Stream Manager: Conner Broderick A one-stop shop for complete event entertainment and technology. Providing DJs, live music, lighting and audio-visual technology for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, festivals, corporate events and parties.

Joel Nelson Productions 1157 Saratoga Ave. San Jose, CA 95129 (800) 578-5780 joelnelson.com info@joelnelson.com Owner/Entertainer: Joel Nelson

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Beautiful Mediterranean setting Restaurant & cocktailand lounge with 184 guestrooms suites

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Pandemic teens finally get to celebrate DAN PINE | J. CONTRIBUTOR Published May 31, 2023

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For teens gathered in the Congregation Emanu-El’s sanctuary on May 5, the candies thrown from the pews must have felt like rain after a drought.

After three years of canceled events, bare-bones invite lists and ceremonies hosted on Zoom, 27 b’nai mitzvah kids — some now pushing age 16 — finally got their chance for a public “mazal tov” as the COVID-19 pandemic fades into the background.

“If your b-mitzvah service was affected by COVID in any way, shape or form, please stand in front of the bimah,” Cantor Arik Luck announced at the end of services that Friday night, using a gender-neutral term for bar and bat mitzvahs. “Maybe it was delayed, maybe you didn’t have a party, maybe it was in the courtyard, maybe we did it on Zoom. Come on up.”

Eva Richey, 14, was one of those teens. Though she celebrated her bat mitzvah at Emanu-El last year, the pandemic wreaked havoc on the event. She remembers that the plans for her January 2022 ceremony were going smoothly until the omicron variant started sweeping the country.

ahead to her daughter Portia’s bat mitzvah when COVID-19 shut down the world.

“We were living a pretty good normal life,” Kadlecek said. “Our kids were involved in all kinds of things, and then everything turned upside down. Towards the end of summer 2020 was when we started talking to the synagogue about what was going to happen in February [2021] for [Portia’s] bat mitzvah. We did not want her to go through the effort of all the practice and commitment and trials to then be alone in a room on camera.”

Portia Kadlecek, 15, remembers the pandemic years as brutal.

“It was really hard for me,” she said. “It was pretty miserable being stuck at home for a year and a half. I’d just started middle school when it struck.”

“This was a great party. I got to meet new friends and have a celebration I’d unconsciously been waiting for for a year.”

Eva Richey

Richey felt similarly, saying the pandemic years “were a very hard time for me. I fell out of touch with a few people.

It got harder and harder to plan around COVID. But it did help me knowing everyone else was going through the same thing.”

The idea for the mini-ceremony and party began with Rabbi Jonathan Singer, who is the co-senior spiritual leader of the Reform temple. Congregant Lori Coleman led the organizing and recruited Gatsby Events to donate the music and DJ for the party.

Marla Kadlecek said she felt “very gratified” to attend. “It’s a wonderful opportunity, not just for kids who may or may not have had a bar or bat mitzvah party, but (From left) Kaitlin Brennan, Gabby Powell, Portia Kadlecek and Hannah Coleman anything that brings the young people of celebrate their belated b'nai mitzvahs at Emanu-El. (Photo/Courtesy Lori Coleman) Emanu-El together,” she said. “They are “We got bombarded with cancellation notes from friends from the future of Emanu-El.” The party included a taco bar, musical chairs and dancing to school,” she said. “I invited 23 [friends] and ended up with three.

Jewish tunes in the social hall. “I was very excited about it,” PorMy grandma couldn’t come. We had to cancel the after-party tia Kadlecek said about the after-party. “I had a really good time. because the ventilation wasn’t good enough.”

We danced. There was good music.”

Her mother, Gina Silverman, recalled how the plans for Eva’s Added Richey, “This was a great party. I got to meet new bat mitzvah unraveled in the weeks leading up to the simcha.

“The rabbi told us she wasn’t allowed to officiate [because] she friends and have a celebration I’d unconsciously been waiting for couldn’t have the exposure,” Silverman said. “Then we were start- for a year.” ing to panic about the party we had planned. Many guests were Portia’s mother, looking on from the sidelines, was arguably my parents’ generation, and we didn’t want to crowd people into even happier about the turn of events. a space. Then as we were getting closer to January 1, we found out “Finding joy and normalcy is what is most important at this we couldn’t open the space up, so we started thinking we’d have stage,” she said. “This party is exactly that — joyful — and the to roll back the party. Everything was suddenly COVID-y again.” kids will live out the experience they are supposed to have Marla Kadlecek recalls that back in early 2020 she was thinking together, even if it’s coming a little later.” n 92 | Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in the Bay Area

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BAKERIES BAGELS CATERING TAKEOUT KOSHER FOOD MARKETS KOSHER WINE 15 | Food / Nosherei BARS RESTAURANTS DELICATESSENS * Listings with asterisks are provided as a courtesy to our advertisers.

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Bagels, Bakeries & Nosherei The Bagel Mill 212 Western Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952 (707) 981-8010 thebagelmill.com info@thebagelmill.com Chef/Owner: Glenda Dougherty

Freshly milled flour on site produces tasty organic sourdough bagels like only a bagelry in the Bay Area can make. Order online for pick up or delivery.

Beauty’s Bagel Shop 3838 Telegraph Ave. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 788-6098 beautysbagelshop.com info@beautysbagelshop.com Contact: Blake Joffe Inspired by Montreal tradition, bagels are hand-rolled, boiled in honey-sweetened water and baked in a wood-fired oven to acquire a wood-charred surface. Offering smoked trout salad, fried chicken and sandwiches; also catering.

Boichik Bagels boichikbagels.com Berkeley 3170 College Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 858-5189 collegeave@boichikbagels.com Factory 1225 Sixth St. Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 616-2158 sixthstreet@boichikbagels.com Palo Alto 855 El Camino Real, Suite 115 Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 352-5995 *advertisers

paloalto@boichikbagels.com Serious New York-style bagels. Products produced under kosher supervision.

Choux SF 248 Fillmore St. San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 757-0722 chouxsf.com hello@chouxsf.com Founder: Laura Athuil Light-filled bakery specializing in traditional French cream puffs plus more creative varieties.

Daily Driver dailydriver.com info@dailydriver.com Dogpatch 2535 Third St. San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 852-3535 Ferry Building 1 Ferry Building, Stall 21 San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 548-5720 Community-oriented destination serving organic wood-fired bagels, hand-batted organic butter and cream cheese.

Deja Vu Bakery Oshman Family JCC 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA, CA 94303 (669) 246-2593 dejavufood.com orders@dejavufood.com Owner/Executive Chef: Orit Hendler Leib Gourmet kosher cuisine; updated innovations on favorite dishes. Custom cakes of all descriptions, rugelach, babka, gluten-free cakes, marble cake, challah in traditional and creative shapes. Online ordering and catering.

Ethel’s Bagels 1000 Clegg Court Petaluma, CA 94954 (707) 364-9926 ethelsbagels.com contact@ethelsbagels.com

This pandemic-born pop-up now ranks among the Bay Area’s top bagel providers. It sells organic bagels, deli favorites like Reuben sandwiches, classic lox, and traditional Jewish breads and sweets.

Grand Bakery 3033 MacArthur Blvd.

Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 465-1110 grandbakeryoakland.com challah@grandbakeryoakland.com Owner/Manager: Sam Tobis Strictly kosher bakery delivering challah, macaroons, cookies and cakes, hand crafted in Oakland since 1959. Mission is to enable people to gather around food and Jewish ritual. Now a wholesale business, also taking orders for pickup.

HaMotzi Gluten-Free Challah 2008 Monterey Circle Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 560-6464 hamotzigf.com support@hamotzigf.com Baker: Lia Barrow Manager: Dawn Schrey Colvin Hand-braided gluten-free challah, completely dairy-free. Most ingredients organic and non-GMO. Baked in a kosher-certified gluten-free environment and delivered to residences on Fridays in time for Shabbat.

Hella Bagels hella-bagels.com blake@hella-bagels.com Owner: Blake Hunter A delivery and pop-up bagelry with inventive schmears, bagel dogs and sandwiches.

House of Bagels 5030 Geary Blvd.

San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 752-6000 houseofbagels.com orders@houseofbagels.com Since 1962, using a bagel recipe brought from Brooklyn. Also offers artisan breads, cookies, pastries in a New York-style deli.

Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.

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Irving’s Premium Foods (415) 683-6620 irvprem.com info@irvprem.com Owner: Irving Greisman Quality kosher challah every Friday made with fresh eggs and without added preservatives or artificial ingredients. Delivery service available.

Izzy’s Brooklyn Bagels 477 S .California Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 329-0700 izzysbrooklynbagels.com info@izzysbrooklynbagels.com Kosher bagels, kosher catering, pastries, salads, classic Brooklyn pizza. Business and party catering. Under supervision of the Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California.

7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Offering a diverse selection of cuisines from around the world.

415.892.7685 or 415.883.8283 415.892.1406 or 415.883.8284 fax

Loveski Deli Oxbow Public Market 610 First St. Napa, CA 94559 loveskideli.com info@loveskideli.com Loveski is a “Jew-ish” deli owned by Christopher and Martina Kostow, featuring always-boiled, handmade sourdough bagels, house-made pickles, vegetables from their farm and sandwiches featuring premier cured smoked meats.

Poppy Bagels 5004 Telegraph Ave. Oakland, CA 94609 (510) 544-3759 poppybagelsca.com poppybagels@gmail.com Owner: Reesa Kashuk This Oakland bagel place prides itself on hand-rolled, cold-proofed bagels, crafted in a unique California style. These bagels fuse artisan tradition with innovative West Coast flair, offering a memorable taste experience.

Schlok’s Bagels 1263 Fell St. San Francisco, CA 94117 schloks.com hi@schloks.com Co-owners: Zack Schwab and James Lok Tasty New York-style bagels with a San Francisco tweak.

www.aviouslydelicious.com aviously@comcast.net Semifreddi’s Retail Shop 372 Colusa Ave.

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Kensington, CA 94707 (510) 596-9935 semifreddis.com Founded in 1984 with one sourdough recipe, this bakery now sources ingredients for 50 different breads and pastries: fennel from India, sesame from India, poppy seeds from Australia, cinnamon from Indonesia and vanilla from Madagascar. Kosher.

Toasted (707) 273-1172 toastednapa.com info@toastednapa.com Owner: Ariella Wolkowicz Offers a variety of artisan bagels and cream cheeses, babka, challah and gravlax.

Available at 10 North Bay locations. Free delivery within Napa and St. Helena; minimal charge for deliveries to Calistoga, American Canyon and Fairfield.

Catering

Some of the following offer kosher food.

Please check with the caterer to be sure they meet kashrut requirements.

Anaviv Catering & Events 600 Hoffman Blvd.

Richmond, CA 94804 (415) 376-1400 anaviv.com info@anaviv.com Chef/Owner: Arnon Oren Sales & Event Production Manager: Tonya Brown Full-service catering and events, including floral design; wood-fired pizza, communal events, open air food market. Business is committed to sustainability and is Deep Green Certified; part of California’s Green Business Network.

Avi-ously Delicious Catering* 41 Hamilton Drive Suite G Novato, CA 94949 (415) 892-7685 Fax: (415) 892-1406 aviouslydelicious.com aviously@comcast.net Owner: Avi Cohen Kosher and nonkosher 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. *advertisers

Betty Zlatchin Catering & Events 1177 Indiana St. San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 641-8599 Fax: (415) 641-5563 bettyzlatchin.com info@bettyzlatchin.com Founder: Betty Zlatchin CEO: David Zlatchin

vahs and birthdays. Supervision of Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California.

Creative cuisine for any size events, currently specializing in micro weddings, intimate outdoor gatherings and boxed lunches. Delivery, virtual meeting packages.

Provides fare from locally sourced ingredients for garden parties to galas. Certified kosher by the Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California, using glatt kosher meats raised on family farms.

Bishulim SF (415) 881-0843 bishulimsf.com bishulimsf@gmail.com Chef/Owner: Aliza Grayevsky Somekh

Epic Bites Catering Oakland, CA (646) 853-4630 epicbitescatering.com epicbitescatering@gmail.com Chef: Heshy Fried

Dina’s Catering (650) 827-1309 dinaskoshercatering.com arie@dinaskoshercatering.com Owner: Dina Man Supervising Manager: Arie Man One of the Bay Area’s premier kosher caterers since 1994. Holiday events, brunches, luncheons, dinners, weddings, bar/bat mitz*advertisers

Julia’s Kosher Kitchen (925) 395-3897 tinyurl.com/juliaskosherkitchen juliaskosherkitchen@gmail.com Owner: Mihaela Schiffer Boutique kosher gourmet catering provided around the Bay Area, with catering for all types of events. Freshly made, works with all budgets to suit each client’s needs.

Meat, dairy or parve.

Kosher Catering by Fred Zaghi 1030 Astoria Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087

Specializes in artisan breads such as jachnun and ma’lawah and exotic native cuisine from Yemen. Catering and delivery available. Certified kosher under the supervision of Sunrise Kosher—Va’ad of Northern California.

Mangia Nosh Catering Company 271 Alameda del Prado Novato, CA 94949 (415) 612-4100 mangianosh.com info@mangianosh.com Owner: Jordan Cervetto Creative and fresh food catering; meal pick up and delivery; food and event decor to suit any occasion and budget. Kosher options available.

Oakland Kosher Catering 3419 Lakeshore Ave. Oakland, CA 94610 (510) 839-0177/ Fax: (510) 839-0170 oaklandkosherfoods.com/catering oaklandkosherfoods@gmail.com Co-owner: Yuval Atias Kosher catering from the simplest to gourmet, elegant to casual. American, Mediterranean, French and Far East cuisine.

Specializing in kosher meals in a box.

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Comfortably elegant catering for special events for venues throughout the Bay Area.

Extensive area served for dinner delivery.

Full-service catering and event planning.

Prepared family meals delivered or picked up. Group includes Greenleaf Provisions and party platters and Phil’s Sliders. Serving elegant affairs and casual occasions.

The Ma’lawah Bar (408) 489-7227 themalawahbar.com themalawahbar@gmail.com Owner: Doreet Jehassi

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Carrie Dove Catering & Events 1050 22nd Ave. Oakland, CA 94606 (415) 460-9995 carriedovecatering.com events@carriedovecatering.com

Specializing in Sephardi as well as Ashkenazi cooking. Full-service catering or takeout. Meat, dairy, parve catering for all simchas. Will create a custom menu for an event. Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California supervision.

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Good and Plenty Catering 2822 Russell St. Berkeley, CA 94705 (510) 548-1694 goodandplentycatering.com Kosher foods from Israel and the diaspora; inquiry@goodandplentycatering.com exotic Middle East fare including special malabi (creamy rose pudding with coconut), Owner: Donna Weinberg Shabbat meals, Israeli street food, holiday Serving the Bay Area since 1985. Personalgift baskets; catering. No mashgiach. ized attention for weddings, graduations, dinners, cocktail parties, commitments, Blossom Catering and bar/bat mitzvahs. Vegetarian menus Lucky Penny Community Arts Center available.

1760 Industrial Way Suite 2 Holy Sushi Napa, CA 94558 (650) 485-3589 (707) 234-5179 holysushi.org blossomcatering.com info@holysushi.org office@blossomcatering.com Creative, fresh kosher sushi. House-made Chef/Owner: Itamar Abramovich vinegar and sushi rice and a range of tasty Founded in 2015, this caterer has become a fish specialties. Order online. high-end Napa Valley and Bay Area provider, known for superb cuisine and service.

Hugh Groman Group Its mission: consistent excellence, honoring (510) 647-5165 local ingredients through traditional and thehughgromangroup.com innovative culinary experiences. info@gromangroup.com

(408) 739-5949 szaghi@aol.com Owner: Fred Zaghi

Olive 2059 Junction Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 (510) 974-3086 olivesf.com info@olivesf.com

Oren’s Hummus Catering 1279 Alma Court San Jose, CA 95112 (650) 204-0017 x1 orenshummus.com catering@orenshummus.com

Provides Mediterranean-California fusion cuisine for special events and biweekly meal delivery. Chef and co-founder Arkadi Kluger, winner of Food Network’s show “The Great Food Truck Race,” is known for vegetable-forward menus and innovative presentation, crafted with high-quality local and seasonal produce.

Catering traditional and not-so traditional twists on favorite Israeli lunch and dinner fare. Hummus, borekas, kebabs, falafel and other specialties, and featuring a buildyour-own pita bar. Many ingredients are sourced from local farms or imported from Israel to replicate the flavors found in the restaurants of Tel Aviv.

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$65 GENERAL ADMISSION INCLUDES 4 FOOD TICKETS (AT THE DOOR $85)

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SOME FEATURED DELIS & CATERERS Blossom Catering | Bubbalas | Ethel's Bagels | Golden State Pickle Works | King Knish | Loveski's Deli | Mark N' Mike's | Nina's Pastries | Pomella Restaurant | The Tish Napa Valley PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE VIA EVENTBRITE BY USING THIS QR CODE OR USE THE LINK:

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Kosher Wineries

Covenant Wines 1102 Sixth St. Berkeley, CA 94710 (510) 559-9045 covenantwines.com wine@covenantwines.com Managing Director: Sagie Kleinlerer Vintner/Co-owner: Jeff Morgan Urban kosher winery housed in a 7,000-square-foot warehouse in Berkeley.

Under supervision of Orthodox Union. All wines are kosher for Passover.

Four Gates Vineyard and Winery 503 Happy Valley Road Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (831) 457-2673 fourgateswine.com bc@fourgateswine.com Owner: Benyamin Cantz Perhaps the smallest kosher winery in the country, growing grapes for chardonnay, merlot, pinot noir and cabernet franc on 3.5 acres. Grapes are certified organic by the CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers). Please call to order.

Hagafen Cellars 4160 Silverado Trail Napa, CA 94558 (707) 252-0781 x113 Fax: (707) 252-4562 hagafen.com visit@hagafen.com Owner and Winemaker: Ernie Weir Award-winning estate-bottled Napa Valley wines. OU supervised, kosher for Passover and the rest of the year. Mevushal. Vegan.

Retail sales, tours and tasting.

L’Chaim Napa Valley Food and Wine Festival* CIA at Copia 500 First St. Napa, CA 94559 cbsnapa.org/event/ lchaim-food--wine-festival.html

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27TH

Annual Jewish food and wine festival – 16 different wines from Jewish vintners, Jewish foods, entertainment and cooking demonstrations. Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023, 3:30-7 p.m. Sponsored by Congregation Beth Shalom of Napa Valley. *advertisers

Markets & Kosher Food Mollie Stone’s Markets (415) 301-1147 molliestones.com catering@molliestones.com Burlingame 1477 Chapin Ave. Burlingame, CA 94010 (650) 558-9992

oaklandkosherfoods@gmail.com Contact: Yuval or Gary Fresh kosher meats and poultry, groceries refrigerated and frozen. Many items from Israel. Fresh-made salads, deli items, shwarma and large kosher wine selection.

Lunch served daily.

Pars Kosher Market 3978 S. Bascom Ave. San Jose, CA 95124 (408) 340-5443 parskoshermarket.com parskoshermarket@gmail.com

Greenbrae 270 Bon Air Shopping Center Greenbrae, CA 94904 (415) 461-1164

Extensive selection of kosher grocery items both fresh and frozen, meats and desserts.

Provides catering service.

Palo Alto 164 S. California Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 323-8361

Vaad of Northern California — Sunrise Kosher Main Office 3316 Mayfair Drive Sacramento, CA 95864 (510) 843-8223 Fax: (510) 217-3596 sunrisekosher.org bzwelton@sunrisekosher.org Chief Executive Officer: Rabbi Ben-Tzion Welton Rabbinic Administrator: Rabbi Avi Lebowitz

San Bruno 22 Bayhill Shopping Center San Bruno, CA 94066 (650) 873-8075

San Mateo 49 42nd Ave. San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 372-2828 Sausalito 100 Harbor Drive Sausalito, CA 94965 (415) 331-6900 Kosher foods, grocery, dairy, frozen foods, wines and meat. On-premises meat cutting at Palo Alto store. Order products at any branch for delivery to the closest branch.

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Quick-stop restaurant serving authentic Middle Eastern falafel as it is served throughout the Middle East. Fresh pita bread daily.

Grossman’s Noshery & Bar 308 1/2 Wilson St. Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 595-7707 grossmanssr.com info@grossmanssr.com

Kosher certification agency for all food service and industrial food production in Northern California. For all questions regarding kosher certification, call Rabbi Ben-Tzion Welton; for rabbinical questions, call and ask for Rabbi Avi Lebowitz.

Restaurants & Takeout

Some of the following offer kosher food.

Please check with the facility to be sure it meets kashrut requirements.

Most recent addition to the eclectic Stark group, this restaurant serves traditional and twists on traditional Jewish deli fare.

Cocktails and wine at the bar. Fresh baked rugelach, babka, bagels and cookies.

Hummus Bodega 5549 Geary Blvd.

San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 874-1148 hummusbodega.com hummusbodega@gmail.com A growing fast-casual restaurant franchise specializing in kosher Mediterranean cuisine that is both healthy and scrumptious.

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Tower/Twin Peaks 635 Portola Drive San Francisco, CA 94127 (415) 664-1600

Falafel STOP 1325 Sunnyvale-Saratoga Road Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (408) 735-7182 falafelstop.com info@falafelstop.com

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Grand Central/Pacific Heights 2435 California St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 567-4902

This delicatessen opposite the Geary and Curran theaters specializes in Eastern European fare, including appetizers, deli sandwiches, soups and desserts.

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San Francisco: Castro 4201 18th St. San Francisco, CA 94114 (415) 255-8959

David’s Delicatessen & Restaurant 474 Geary St. San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 276-5950 tinyurl.com/davidsdeli

Kabab Burger Mediterranean Grill 3647 Mt. Diablo Blvd.

Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 297-6343 Fax: (925) 297-6357 kabab-burger.com kababburgerlafayette@gmail.com Owner: Eduardo Masias Freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine including Greek and Israeli salads, our famous baba ghanoush and hummus, falafel, lamb, chicken and kefta kababs. Gyros and shawarma. Also tasty pita sandwiches, soups and much more.

Mark ’n Mike’s 1 Market St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-5577 onemarket.com lbouchard@onemarket.com Housed in One Market, a popular eatery across from the Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street, this is a pop-up deli served up New York style.

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One Market Restaurant 1 Market St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 777-5577 onemarket.com info@onemarket.com General Manager/Partner: Lorenzo Bouchard Director of Special Events: Christine Chafin

Cupertino 19419 Stevens Creek Blvd.

Cupertino, CA 95014 (408) 982-5237 Los Gatos 1 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 344-6736 Mountain View 126 Castro St. Mountain View, CA 94041 (650) 938-6736 Palo Alto 261 University Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301 (650) 752-6492 Oren’s Hummus Express 855 El Camino Real Suite 162 Palo Alto, CA 94301 San Francisco 71 Third St. San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 915-6736 Traditional and not-so traditional twists on Israeli favorite lunch and dinner fare. Hummus, borekas, kebabs, dine in, take out and catering available.

San Francisco and locations around the Bay Area.

Pomella 3770 Piedmont Ave. Unit B Named among Top 10 American restaurants Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 250-9215 in the U.S. by Gayot Guide; recipient of pomellaoakland.com Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence. Farm-to-table culinary precision and info@pomellaoakland.com Chef/Owner: Mica Talmor impeccable service since 1993.

Modern California-Israeli food; catering, Oren’s Hummus pickup and delivery; Levantine, Maghrebi, orenshummus.com North African, Mediterranean, Eastern gm_msc@orenshummus.com European and Middle Eastern food.

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Sababa sababasf.com guy@sababasf.com Kearny Street 329 Kearny St. San Francisco, CA 94108 (415) 800-6853 Stevenson Street 71 Stevenson St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 658-7494 Sababa means “thumbs up,” the feeling patrons should experience when they bite into a falafel sandwich loaded with tasty salads, pickles and sauces. Also pita sandwiches. Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sabra Grill Restaurant 419 Grant Ave. San Francisco, CA 94108 (415) 982-3656 sabragrill.com sabragrill@aol.com Contact: Yuval Mizrahi Israeli-Middle Eastern, glatt kosher restaurant with a mashgiach temidi. Breakfast, lunch and dinner; catering and takeout.

Supervision of Vaad Hakashrus of Northern California. Special food for Shabbat.

Saul’s Restaurant and Delicatessen 1475 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94709 (510) 848-3354 saulsdeli.com general@saulsdeli.com North Berkeley deli since 1986, offering Jewish cuisine for California palates, with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal food. Open daily, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. except Thanksgiving and Yom Kippur.

Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen 3150 24th St. San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 787-DELI (3354) wisesonsdeli.com pastrami@wisesonsdeli.com Locations throughout the Bay Area. Open seven days on 24th Street for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at the Ferry Building. Every day for lunch at the Contemporary Jewish Museum.

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Federation lending program impacts Oakland business LILLIAN ILSLEY-GREENE | J. STAFF Published Jan. 11, 2023

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An Oakland-based coworking business has received a $250,000 loan through the impact lending program of the S.F.based Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund, which puts money in the hands of underserved communities by partnering with small, local lenders.

Oakstop is a combination cowork, event and gallery space, with five locations in Oakland and one in Richmond. Trevor Parham, the CEO and founder, describes Oakstop as a “social enterprise.”

Founded in 2014, Oakstop rents spaces for work, meetings and training sessions and is used mainly by artists and nonprofits seeking affordable workspaces.

Locations also serve as gallery spaces, displaying and selling works by local artists.

Oakstop uses “commercial real estate as a vehicle for mobilizing local communities of color through providing affordable and accessible space,” Parham said.

In 2021, the Federation loaned more than $965,000 to Pacific Community

Ventures, a nonprofit lending partner that focuses on economic, racial and gender justice. The Oakland-based venture has used that capital to help loan $9.6 million to 133 businesses, including employment services nationwide.

Tanya Shadoan, the Federation’s CEO and founder of the 3-year-old program, said the idea is to get donor-advised funds into the community.

“We wanted to offer something different” to our donors, she said. “We wanted to do it in a way that was aligned with people’s philanthropic goals, but also move them beyond where they might be on their own.”

The program began in March 2020, at the start of the pandemic, when Hebrew Free Loan, the S.F.-based nonprofit that offers interest-free loans, received a record number of loan applications — and reached out to the Federation for help.

By April, the Federation had raised $5 million from donors and supporting foundations and added another $1 million from its own coffers. Hebrew Free Loan was presented with a $6 million loan to be paid back in full after five years, which

helped the nonprofit make 359 more loans to the community.

As of May 2022, the Federation had pooled a total of $21.1 million for the impact lending program, spreading those funds to 13 community-based lending partners, including Pacific Community Ventures.

The program, like other Federation efforts, is led by Jewish values. “A way of repairing the world is … making capital accessible to people who haven’t had access to it,” Shadoan said.

Parham, 40, said he plans to use his loan to hire more staff. With a fine arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania, he dabbled in the art world before employment at a co-working space. At that point, he realized the model’s potential for benefiting a community.

Parham wants Oakstop “to continue to cultivate the local Oakland ecosystem to help both the business community [and] the greater community — and communities of color overall — grow and thrive,” he said. “And then, that work unto itself serves as a model for us to inspire other cities to [utilize] the same model.” n

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ART FOOD AGENCIES KIDS TEENS MEDIA LIFECYCLES AGENCIES CONGREGATIONS Index ORGANIZATIONS JUDAICA LIFECYCLES 18 Doors..................................................................................................... 38

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Bar & Bat Mitzvah ........................................................................18 Barkin, Helene* .....................................................................................99 Bar Yohai Sefardic Minyan ............................................................... 35

Adath Israel Congregation................................................................ 36

Bay Area Friendship Circle ........................................................60, 61

Addison-Penzak JCC Los Gatos................................................45, 63 Preschool............................................................................................... 55

Bay Area Hidden Children ................................................................41

Adoption Connection...........................................................................16

BayJews.org ............................................................................................70

Adult Education & Community Resources...............................65

BBYO ..........................................................................................................61

Afikomen Judaica*.........................................................................83, 84 Afterschool, Arts, Sports & Recreation....................................60 Alliance for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide at Sonoma State University...........................................................41

Bay Area Holocaust Oral History Project ...................................41

Beauty’s Bagel Shop ............................................................................93 Be’chol Lashon........................................................................................39 Beged Kefet Hebrew Language School .......................................60

Am Echad................................................................................................. 33

Bellings Brothers Real Estate Team* ...........................................99

American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem........................................................................................ 77

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action Bay Area ........................................46 Bennan, Meryl*............................................................................. 99, 100

American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science.............................................................................................. 77

Berkeley-Oakland Midrasha..............................................................61

American Friends of Tel Aviv University.................................... 77 American Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem... 77 American Israel Public Affairs Committee*.........................46, 78 American Jewish Committee........................................................... 46

Berkeley Mikvah – Mikvas Chana Leah........................................18 Beth Chaim Congregation*............................................................... 28 Beth David Memorial Garden.......................................................... 24 Beth El Nursery School...................................................................... 53

Americans for Ben-Gurion University......................................... 77

Beth Jacob Congregation..................................................... 20, 26, 53 Preschool............................................................................................... 55 Community Mikvah...........................................................................18

American Technion Society.............................................................. 77

Betty Zlatchin Catering & Events...................................................95

Am Tikvah................................................................................................ 36

Beyt Tikkun............................................................................................. 26

Anaviv Catering & Events..................................................................94

Birth, Adoption & Circumcision..................................................16

Anti-Defamation League.............................................................46, 68

Bishulim SF.............................................................................................95

Aquarian Minyan.................................................................................. 26

Blossom Catering..................................................................................95

Avi-ously Delicious Catering*..........................................................94

BlueStar..................................................................................................... 78

American Jewish World Service.....................................................39

B’nai B’rith International...................................................................39

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B’nai Israel Cemetery........................................................................... 23

Bagel Mill, The.........................................................................................93

B’nai Israel Jewish Center*.........................................................30, 54

Bagels, Bakeries and Nosherei.................................................93

B’nai Israel of Rossmoor................................................................28, 71

Bais Menachem Yeshiva Day School.............................................59

Boichik Bagels........................................................................................93

Banquet & Event Venues............................................................ 87

Book Bank USA, Inc..............................................................................51

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Chabad House of Berkeley................................................................ 27

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Brandeis School of San Francisco, The*.......................................59

Chabad Israeli – Silicon Valley.........................................................80

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Bruchim.....................................................................................................17

Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain View.................................. 33

Bubbala’s Delicatessen........................................................................ 97

Chabad Jewish Center of Noe Valley............................................56

Building Bridges Together................................................................ 38

Chabad Jewish Center of Novato....................................................31

Building Jewish Bridges: Embracing Interfaith Families........38

Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma...............................................31

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Brandeis Marin...................................................................................... 58

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Chabad Jewish Center of Richmond............................................ 27 Chabad Jewish Center of Sonoma County..................................31

Cafe Boho*............................................................................................... 88

Chabad of Alameda.............................................................................. 27

Cafe Simcha............................................................................................. 83

Chabad of Almaden.............................................................................. 33

Café Shalom of San Francisco......................................................... 83

Chabad of Burlingame........................................................................ 33

California-Israel Chamber of Commerce, The........................... 77

Chabad of Castro Valley..................................................................... 27

Camp Be’chol Lashon..........................................................................64

Chabad of Cole Valley....................................................................36, 72

Camp Chaverim..................................................................................... 63

Chabad of Concord............................................................................... 27

Camp Gan Israel of Contra Costa................................................... 62

Chabad of Contra Costa..................................................................... 27

Camp Gan Israel of East Bay............................................................ 62

Chabad of Corte Madera.....................................................................31

Camp Gan Israel of Silicon Valley.................................................. 63

Chabad of Cupertino........................................................................... 33

Camp Gan Israel of the North Peninsula.................................... 63

Chabad of Daly City – North San Mateo County............................................................... 33

Camp Gan Israel SF..............................................................................64 Camp Kayetz...........................................................................................64 Camp Kee Tov......................................................................................... 62 Camp Keff................................................................................................. 63 Camp Kefli................................................................................................ 63 Camp Ramah in Northern California........................................... 64 Camp Shalom......................................................................................... 63 Camp Tawonga.......................................................................................64 Cantorial and Rabbinic Association of Greater San Jose.................................................................................25

Chabad of Danville & San Ramon.................................................. 27 Chabad of El Cerrito............................................................................ 27 Chabad of Fremont Jewish Center................................................ 27 Chabad of Lamorinda......................................................................... 27 Chabad of Marin...............................................................................18, 31 Chabad of Mid Peninsula.................................................................. 33 Chabad of Mill Valley............................................................................31 Chabad of Monterey............................................................................ 38 Chabad of Napa Valley.........................................................................31

Career Coaching......................................................................... 47

Chabad of Noe Valley........................................................................... 36

Carmel Jewish Film Festival.............................................................81

Chabad of North Peninsula .......................................................34, 63

Carmel Stone Imports*..................................................................8, 99

Chabad of San Jose............................................................................... 34

Carrie Dove Catering & Events........................................................95

Chabad of San Leandro...................................................................... 27

Catering.......................................................................................94

Chabad of SF........................................................................................... 36

Cemeteries...................................................................................21

Chabad of Sunnyvale.....................................................................34, 52

Center for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide............ 42

Chabad of the Delta............................................................................. 28

Chabad at UC Davis.............................................................................68

Chabad of the East Bay................................................................. 51, 62

Chabad by the Sea................................................................................ 38

Chabad of the Neighborhood West Portal Avenue................. 36

Chabad Center for Jewish Life........................................................ 27

Chabad of the Tri-Valley...............................................................28, 53

Chabad Center for Jewish Life of Solano County...................30

Chabad of Union City.......................................................................... 28

Chabad Emeryville............................................................................... 27

Chabad of West Marin.........................................................................31

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Congregation Beth Israel Carmel....................................................81

Chabad SJSU........................................................................................... 67

Congregation Beth Jacob*................................................................. 32

Chabad South County Jewish Center.......................................... 34

Congregation Beth Shalom..............................................................30

Chabad Student Center of San Francisco...................................68

Congregation Beth Shalom of Napa Valley.................... 24, 31, 87

Chadeish Yameinu Jewish Renewal.............................................. 37

Congregation Beth Sholom........................................................35, 63 Preschool...............................................................................................56 Youth Education.................................................................................60

Chai Preschool....................................................................................... 55 Chanukat Habayit........................................................................18 Chaverim...................................................................................................47 Cheder of the Bay Area, The.............................................................. 57 Chevra Kadisha for Home of Peace Cemetery..........................20 Chevra Kadisha of Sonoma County..............................................20 Chevra Kadisha of Temple Beth El................................................20

Congregation B’nai Israel..................................................................30 Congregation B’nai Shalom..............................................................30 Congregation B’nai Tikvah.......................................................... 28, 61 Congregation B’nai Torah.................................................................. 28 Congregation Chevra Thilim............................................................ 37

Chevra Kadisha of the South Bay..................................................20

Congregation Emanu-El........................................................ 24, 37, 84 Preschool...............................................................................................56

Chico Hillel..............................................................................................68

Congregation Emek Beracha........................................................... 34

Chochmat HaLev*................................................................................ 26

Congregation Emeth.....................................................................24, 35

Choux SF..................................................................................................93

Congregation Etz Chayim...........................................................33, 85

Chuppahs & Ritual Object Rentals............................................90

Congregation Kol Emeth................................................................... 33

City Club of San Francisco, The*............................................... 87, 88

Congregation Kol Shofar.............................................................23, 30

Club J..........................................................................................................60

Congregation Kol Tefillah.................................................................. 37

Club Z..........................................................................................................61

Congregation L’Dor VaDor................................................................ 36

Coastside Jewish Community......................................................... 33

Congregation Ner Shalom..................................................................31

Cohen Bleier Group*................................................................... 99, 100

Congregation Ner Tamid*...........................................................35, 36

Cole Valley Gan Preschool.................................................................56

Congregation Netivot Shalom......................................................... 25 Preschool............................................................................................... 53

College Education & Campus Life.............................................66

Preschool.....................................................................................53

Commission for the Preservation of Pioneer Jewish Cemeteries and Landmarks in the West, The........................ 22

Congregation of Russian Jews........................................................ 36

Community for Jewish Seniors...................................................... 72

Congregation Rodef Sholom.......................................................24, 31

Community Mikvah..............................................................................18

Congregations............................................................................. 25

Community Service ...................................................................39

Congregation Sha’ar Zahav......................................................... 37, 50

Confirmation................................................................................18

Congregation Sherith Israel....................................................... 24, 37

Congregation Am Echad....................................................................20

Congregation Shir Ami.......................................................................29

Congregation Am Tikvah.................................................................. 83

Congregation Shir Hadash................................................................ 35

Congregation Anshey Sfard............................................................. 37

Congregation Shir Shalom*........................................................30, 32

Congregation Beth Am....................................................................... 35

Congregation Shomrei Torah.......................................................... 32

Congregation Beth Ami*.............................................................30, 83

Congregation Sinai............................................................................... 33

Congregation Beth David............................................................ 24, 32

Consulate General of Israel.........................................................77, 80

Congregation Beth El..............................................................28, 53, 62

Contemporary Jewish Museum, The*....................................84, 86

Congregation Beth Emek.................................................................. 28 Preschool............................................................................................... 53

Contra Costa Jewish Day School*.................................................. 57

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Chabad Santa Clara.............................................................................. 34

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Congregation Beth Israel.......................................................28, 38, 53

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End of Life Support...................................................................... 75

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Conversions.................................................................................38

Environmental/Nature...............................................................40

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Counseling & Support................................................................ 47

Epic Bites Catering...............................................................................95

Covenant Wines.....................................................................................96

Eternal Home Cemetery.................................................................... 24

CSU Chico Modern Jewish and Israel Studies.......................... 67

Ethel’s Bagels..........................................................................................93

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Contra Costa Midrasha........................................................................61

Cutting Edge Creations*..............................................................83, 84

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Facts and Logic about the Middle East........................................ 78

Daily Driver.............................................................................................93

Falafel STOP............................................................................................ 97

David’s Delicatessen & Restaurant................................................ 97

Familial Dysautonomia Prevention and Education Program..........................................................................50

Day Camps................................................................................... 62 Day Schools & High Schools...................................................... 57 Dayenu....................................................................................................... 83 Death............................................................................................20 Deja Vu Bakery.......................................................................................93 Diller Teen Fellows................................................................................61 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards....................................................61 Dina’s Catering.......................................................................................95 Disability Services.................................................................................47 Divorce..........................................................................................19 Donor Concierge....................................................................................16 Dorot...........................................................................................................31 Dryan Family Mikvah...........................................................................18

E East Bay International Jewish Film Festival..............................81 EcoJews of the Bay...............................................................................40

Family Resources........................................................................ 52 Federations.................................................................................40 Feiner, Michael*........................................................................... 100, 101 Film & Video..................................................................................81 Fine Museum, The................................................................................. 84 Folk Dancing................................................................................83 Four Gates Vineyard and Winery...................................................96 Frank Residences.................................................................................. 75 Friendship Circle Seniors 55+.......................................................... 72 Friends of the Israel Defense Forces............................................. 77

G Gan Avraham Preschool.................................................................... 53 Gan B’nai Shalom Preschool............................................................ 53 Gan Chabad Preschool....................................................................... 53 Gan Emet Cemetery............................................................................. 24

Edah............................................................................................................60

Gan HaLev Jewish Congregation of the San Geronimo Valley......................................................................................................30

Eden Village West.................................................................................64

Gan Hazikaron (Santa Cruz)............................................................. 24

Educational Resources.............................................................. 52

Gan Hazikaron/Garden of Remembrance Cemetery*.... 23, 24

Einayich Yonim...................................................................................... 62

Gan Ilan Preschool............................................................................... 53

Emigré Services..........................................................................48

Gan Israel Preschool of Petaluma.................................................. 54

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Hillel at Stanford................................................................................... 67

Gan Outdoor Preschool of San Rafael.......................................... 54

Hillel of Silicon Valley*................................................................. 67, 68

Gan Sameach Preschool and Daycare.......................................... 53

Hillel of Sonoma County.................................................................... 67

Gan Shalom Cemetery*.................................................................21, 22

Hills of Eternity Memorial Park...................................................... 24

Gan Shalom Preschool........................................................................ 53

Hineni: Pastoral and Grief Counseling........................................20

Gan Torah Preschool.....................................................................52, 55

Holiday Series, The................................................................................ 52

Gan Yarok at Fernwood Cemetery*......................................... 22, 23

Holocaust &Tolerance.................................................................41

Gan Yiladim of Contra Costa............................................................ 53

Holocaust Memorial............................................................................ 42

Gatsby Event Studios*........................................................................90

Holy Sushi................................................................................................95

Genealogy & History...................................................................83

Home of Eternity Cemetery and Mausoleum*................... 19, 23

Genealogy Library – Sutro Library................................................69

Home of Peace/Home of Eternity.................................................. 24

Generation to Generation................................................................. 42

Home of Peace Cemetery (San Jose)*..................................... 22, 24

Get Up & Go Senior Transportation Program............................74

Home of Peace Cemetery............................................................ 23, 24

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School............................................. 58

Homewatch CareGivers of Oakland*......................................71, 72

Good and Plenty Catering.................................................................95

House of Bagels.....................................................................................93

Goss, Valerie A., MFT*....................................................................47, 48

Hugh Groman Group..........................................................................95

Graduate Theological Union.............................................................66 Library...................................................................................................69

Hummus Bodega................................................................................... 97

Grand Bakery..........................................................................................93

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H Hadassah..................................................................................................39 Hagafen Cellars......................................................................................96 HaMotzi Gluten-Free Challah..........................................................93 Harker School, The*.......................................................................... 2, 58 HaShirim.................................................................................................. 85 Hasidah......................................................................................................16 Hatikvah House..................................................................................... 48 Health & Medical.........................................................................50 Hebrew & Sunday Schools.........................................................60 Hebrew Free Loan*....................................................................... 49, 50 Hebrew San Francisco: Ulpan..........................................................65 Helen Diller Institute for Jewish Law and Israel Studies.......................................................................................66

Independent Living Support...................................................... 72 Information & Advocacy............................................................ 78 Inker, Alex *................................................................................... 100, 101 Institute for Modern Judaism......................................................... 52 Institute on Aging*..................................................71, 72, back cover Interfaith Programs....................................................................38 Invitations....................................................................................90 Irving’s Premium Foods.....................................................................94 ISRAEL21c................................................................................................ 78 Israel Bonds/Development Corporation for Israel................. 77 Israeli Cultural Connection*......................................................79, 80 Israeli Folk Dancing in Santa Rosa................................................ 83 Israeli Folk Dancing in South Bay.................................................. 83 Israeli House...........................................................................................80 Israel Within Reach..............................................................................80 Izzy’s Brooklyn Bagels.........................................................................94

Hella Bagels.............................................................................................93

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HighCom Security Services*....................................................99, 101

J. The Jewish News of Northern California*.........................81, 82

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Gan Noe Preschool...............................................................................56

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JCCs & Campuses........................................................................43

Jewish Community Relations Council.........................................46

JCC East Bay*........................................................................... 43, 45, 85 Adult Classes........................................................................................65 Berkeley Branch*............................................................................... 45 Camp @ JCC East Bay...................................................................... 62 Performing Arts................................................................................. 85 Preschool............................................................................................... 54

Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin* .................................. 20, 42, 48, 49, 51, 52, 71, 74, inside front cover Bereavement and Healing Services............................................20 Center for Children and Youth.....................................................60 Counseling Services...........................................................................47 Disabilities Services.......................................................................... 48 Dream Program..................................................................................47 Emigré Services................................................................................... 48 Financial Aid Center.........................................................................50 Holocaust Center................................................................................ 42 Holocaust Survivor Services.......................................................... 42 Jewish Baby Network........................................................................16 LGBTQ Services..................................................................................50 Palliative Care.....................................................................................50 Shupin Community........................................................................... 48 Volunteer Program.............................................................................51 YouthFirst ...............................................................................................62

JCC Los Gatos Adult Education......................................................65 JCC of San Franciso............................................................... 45, 60, 83 Arts & Ideas.......................................................................................... 85 Claude and Louise Rosenberg Early Childhood Education Program.......................................................................56 Healthy Aging...................................................................................... 72 Katz Snyder Gallery.......................................................................... 85 Private Event Rentals....................................................................... 88 Summer Camp....................................................................................64 Tikvah School of Music and Dance............................................60 Youth Recreation and Sports Programs...................................60 JCC Sonoma County................................................................ 45, 72, 81 Jewish Arts, Culture and Torah School........................................60 Jewish Cemeteries of San Francisco............................................. 24 Jewish Chaplaincy Services...............................................................47 Jewish Coalition for Literacy*.................................................. 39, 40

Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay ............................................................................... 20, 42, 47, 48, 51, 52, 71 Bereavement Services.......................................................................20 Holocaust Survivor Services.......................................................... 42 Parenting Services............................................................................. 52 Refugee Services....................................................................................48 Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley*..................... 48, 49 Adults & Families Community Services.....................................47 Center for Older Adults & Caregivers.........................................71 Holocaust Survivor Service............................................................ 43 Vehicle Donation Program.............................................................51

Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund* .......................................................1, 39, 40, 41, 50, 52, 61, 62, 69, 70, 78 Business Referral Community Group........................................39 Camp Collective..................................................................................39 Community Security Program.....................................................39 Estate and Gift Planning................................................................39 Federation Fellows.............................................................................69 Federation Philanthropy Partners.............................................39 Grants to Organizations and Scholarships............................50 Jewish Teen Foundation.................................................................. 62 Young Adults........................................................................................70

Jewish Gateways................................................................................... 26

Jewish Community Free Clinic.......................................................50

Jewish Heritage Museum.................................................................. 85

Jewish Community High School of the Bay..............................59

Jewish High Tech Community........................................................70

Jewish Community Library..............................................................69

Jewish Historical Society of Napa Valley.................................... 83

Jewish Federation of the Sacramento Region...........................81 Jewish Film Institute............................................................................81 Jewish Folk Chorus of San Francisco........................................... 85

Jewish LearningWorks.................................................................52, 65 Jewish Music Resource Center....................................................... 85 Jewish National Fund......................................................................... 78 Jewish Partisan Educational Foundation.................................. 43 Jewish Silicon Valley*.................40, 41, 50, 52, inside back cover Philanthropy & Development.......................................................40 Jewish Study Network.......................................................................65 Jewish Vocational Service...............................................47, 62, 65, 69 High School and Bridge Programs............................................. 62 Kohn Summer Intern Program.....................................................69 Jewish Youth for Community Action........................................... 62 108 | Resource: A Guide to Jewish Life in the Bay Area

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Los Altos Chabad................................................................................... 34

JIY Celebrations.....................................................................................90

Los Gatos Memorial Park*.......................................................... 22, 24

J Leaders Academy...............................................................................69

Loveski Deli.............................................................................................94

Joel Nelson Productions*............................................................90, 91

L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center............................................ 48, 74

J Street....................................................................................................... 78

L’Chaim Napa Valley Food and Wine Festival*.........................96

Judaica, Gifts & Books................................................................83 Julia’s Kosher Kitchen.........................................................................95 Jweekly.com............................................................................................70

M Magain David Sephardim Congregation..................................... 37

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Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life at UC Berkeley, The*...................................................................84, 85

Kabab Burger Mediterranean Grill................................................98

Magnolia of Millbrae, The*..........................................................75, 76

Karaite Jews of America, The........................................................... 33

Making Connections................................................................... 70

Keddem Congregation........................................................................ 35

Ma’lawah Bar, The..................................................................................95

Kehilla Community Synagogue...................................................... 26

Mangia Nosh Catering Company...................................................95

Kehillah Jewish High School........................................................... 58

Marin JCC Camp Kehillah................................................................. 63

Keneset HaLev – Community of the Heart................................ 36

Markets & Kosher Food.............................................................. 97

Keshet Bay Area......................................................................................51

Mark ’n Mike’s.........................................................................................98

Kindertransport Association........................................................... 43

Marriage........................................................................................18

Kitchen, The............................................................................................. 36

Material Donations......................................................................51

KlezCalifornia.........................................................................................86

Mediterranean Grill.............................................................................98

Kol Hadash Northern California Community for Humanistic Judaism................................................................. 25

Melaveh Project, The............................................................................ 75

Kol HaEmek/MCJC-Inland...............................................................30

Menorah Park......................................................................................... 75

Kol Shalom Jewish Cemetery of Marin*..................................... 23

Midrashot & Havurot...................................................................61

Kosher Catering by Fred Zaghi.......................................................95

Mikvah...........................................................................................18

Kosher Wineries..........................................................................96

Mikvah Chaya Mushka........................................................................18

Kutner Yiddish Resources.................................................................86

Mikvah Society of San Jose*..............................................................18

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Minyan Dafna......................................................................................... 26

Leadership Development...........................................................68

Mitzvah Milers Cycling Team..........................................................70

Lebowitz, Rabbi Avi...............................................................................17

Moishe House.........................................................................................70

Leeds, Rabbi Gil.......................................................................................17

Moldaw Residences.............................................................................. 75

Levy Family Campus........................................................................... 45

Mollie Stone’s Marktes........................................................................ 97

LGBTQ Keshet Camp at Tawonga...................................................51

Mosaic.........................................................................................................81

LGBTQ Support.............................................................................50

Mendocino Coast Jewish Community.........................................30

Mission Minyan..................................................................................... 36

Libraries.......................................................................................69

Moving Traditions................................................................................ 52 Teen Groups......................................................................................... 62

Little Garden Jewish Playgroup...................................................... 54

Museums & Galleries..................................................................84

Local Israeli Services...........................................................................80

Music & Choruses.......................................................................85

Lonee C. Hoytt Jewish Campus...................................................... 45

Music & DJs..................................................................................90

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Jews of Color Initiative.......................................................................46

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National Council of Jewish Women..............................................40 NCSY NorCal – Jewish Student Union......................................... 62 Ner Shalom Progressive Cemetery............................................... 23 Ner Tamid Jewish Cemetery............................................................ 24 New Israel Fund.....................................................................................80 New Generations................................................................................70 New Lehrhaus........................................................................................65 Nigunim Community Chorus.......................................................... 85 Nishmat Shalom.................................................................................... 26 North American Federation of Temple Youth.......................... 62 Northern California Board of Rabbis........................................... 25 Northern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.................... 86 North Peninsula Jewish Campus................................................... 45

Orthodox Rabbinical Council of San Francisco....................... 25 Or Zarua: Reconstructionist Havurah of the East Bay.................................................................................... 28 Osher Marin JCC............................................................... 45, 83, 84, 85 Adult Programs..................................................................................65 Isaacs Gallery...................................................................................... 85 Israeli Folk Dancing in Marin....................................................... 83 Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts................................... 85 Preschool and Early Childhood Education Center............... 54 Oshman Family JCC*......................44, 45, 60, 63, 64, 72, 79, 80, 93 Adult Programs..................................................................................65 Community Conversations and Older Adult Programs..... 72 J-Camp*................................................................................................. 63 Koch Gallery......................................................................................... 85 Leslie Family Preschool*................................................................. 55 Maccabi Sports Camp*..............................................................63, 64 Schultz Cultural Arts Hall................................................................86 Overnight Camps........................................................................64

Norton, Libbie* ...................................................................................... 75

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Oakland Hebrew Day School*................................................... 57, 58 Oakland Kosher..................................................................................... 97 Catering.................................................................................................95 Olive............................................................................................................96 Omer Project, The.................................................................................70 One Market Restaurant*........................................................88, 91, 98 Oren’s Hummus.....................................................................................98 Catering.................................................................................................96 Or Shalom Jewish Community....................................................... 37 ORT America...........................................................................................40

Paper Pizzazz!*.......................................................................................90 Parenting & Youth Services....................................................... 52 Parents Place.......................................................................................... 52 Pars Kosher Market............................................................................. 97 Peninsula JCC*...............................................................7, 42, 45, 63, 74 Adult Programs..................................................................................66 Art Gallery............................................................................................ 85 Cultural and Performing Arts......................................................86 Preschool............................................................................................... 55 Sports and Recreation........................................................................60 Peninsula Sinai Congregation*................................................. 32, 33 Peninsula Temple Beth El*...................................................24, 34, 35 Peninsula Temple Sholom................................................................. 35 Preschool............................................................................................... 55 Performing Art............................................................................85 Piser & Piser Mohelim*.................................................................. 16, 17 PJ Library® Bay Area............................................................................ 52 PJ Library® of Silicon Valley............................................................. 52 Pomella......................................................................................................98 Poppy Bagels ..........................................................................................94 Preschools & Day Care............................................................... 52 Professional Development for Jewish Educators and Leaders..........................................................................................65 Public Affairs...............................................................................45 Publications.................................................................................81

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Rabbinical Court for Jewish Divorce.............................................19 Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club............................... 46 Real Estate...................................................................................99 Reboot........................................................................................................46 Red Tower Capital Inc.*..............................................................99, 101 Refugee Resettlement and Acculturation Services................ 48 Refugee Services................................................................................... 48 Religious & Rabbinical Organizations...................................... 25 Restaurants & Takeout............................................................... 97

Saul’s Restaurant and Delicatessen...............................................98

Reutlinger Community, The*..................................................... 74, 85

Schlok’s Bagels.......................................................................................94

Reutlinger Community Synagogue, The..................................... 26

Security........................................................................................99

Rhoda Goldman Plaza*...................................................................9, 75

Semifreddi’s Retail Shop....................................................................94

Richard S. Dinner Center for Jewish Studies, The..........................................................................................66

Seniors At Home*............................................................................71, 73

Richmond Torah Center of Chabad............................................... 37 RJeneration and RJen Family..........................................................70 Rohr Chabad House at Stanford..................................................... 68 Rohr Chabad Jewish Student Center at Berkeley................... 67 Rohr Chabad Student Center at UC Santa Cruz...................... 68 Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, The.............................................66 Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School*....................................... 58 Russian River Jewish Community.................................................30 Russian Speaking Jewish Community........................................ 36

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Sababa.......................................................................................................98

Sinai Memorial Chapel and Chevra Kadisha*..................... 20, 21 Mourner Care Program..................................................................20

Sabra Grill Restaurant........................................................................98

Sinai Nursery School........................................................................... 55

Sacramento Jewish Film Festival....................................................81

Sonoma County Israel Committee.................................................80

Salem Memorial Park.......................................................................... 24

Sonoma County Jewish and Israeli Film Festivals..................81

San Francisco Bay Area Jewish Genealogical Society........... 83

Sonoma State University Jewish Studies Program................66

San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living*............................. 5, 75 San Francisco Design Center Galleria*................................. 89, 90

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School...........................................59 Preschool............................................................................................... 55

San Francisco Hillel.............................................................................68

Special Needs Support...............................................................60

San Francisco Mikvah..........................................................................18

Sports...........................................................................................86

San Francisco State University.......................................................69 Department of Jewish Studies.................................................... 67

Stanford University Taube Center for Jewish Studies..........66

StandWithUs...........................................................................................80

San Jose State University Jewish Studies Program...............66

Steiermann, Rabbi Howard*............................................16, 17, 18, 19

Santa Cruz Hillel Foundation.......................................................... 68

Stern, Geri*.............................................................................................101

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UCSF Prenatal Diagnostic Center.................................................50

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Under One Tent......................................................................................66

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Suse Moyal Center for Older Adult Services..............................71

United Schneerson Synagogue....................................................... 37

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T Tabas, M.D., Eric......................................................................................16 Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life............................................ 45 Team Mizrahi*.......................................................................................101 Teen Programs.............................................................................61 Teens @ Studio @ Sherith Israel.......................................................61 Temple Beth Abraham*..........................................................25, 26, 53 Temple Beth El/JCC..................................................... 20, 24, 38, 57, 64 Temple Beth El....................................................................................... 38 Temple Beth Hillel*..............................................................................29

University of San Francisco, Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice............................................... 67 UpStart......................................................................................................40 Urban Adamah.......................................................................................40 URJ Camp Newman...........................................................................*64

V Vaad of Northern California — Sunrise Kosher....................... 97 Village Chabad, The.............................................................................. 34 Volunteer Placement...................................................................51 Volunteers for Israel.............................................................................80

Temple Beth Sholom.....................................................................26, 53 Preschool............................................................................................... 53

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Temple Beth Torah.........................................................................29, 53

Weiss-Ishai, M.D., Debra*....................................................................17

Temple Emanu-El............................................................................24, 35 Preschool ..............................................................................................56

Westin Palo Alto, The*....................................................................87, 91

Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County..................... 29, 53, 54, 63 Temple Israel of Alameda..................................................................29 Temple Sinai*..........................................................................................29 David Pregerson Preschool............................................................ 54

Wider Bridge, A................................................................................ 51, 80 Wilderness Torah..................................................................................40 Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen.......................................................98 Women of Reform Judaism.............................................................. 25

Tikkun.........................................................................................................81

Women of Rodef Sholom Judaica Gift Shop.............................. 84

Tiyul Jewish Journeys........................................................................80

Workers Circle/Arbeter Ring..................................................... 40, 86

Toasted......................................................................................................94 Touro University California..............................................................66

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Trager, Rabbi Moshe*............................................................................17

Yavneh Day School...............................................................................59

Travel............................................................................................80

YeaShOre Community........................................................................70

Tree of Life Learning Center*.......................................................... 54

Yiddish.........................................................................................86

Tri-Valley Cultural Jews...................................................................... 25

Yiddish Choristers of Congregation Etz Chayim..................... 85

Tuesdays in San Francisco................................................................. 83

Yossi’s Children’s Library.................................................................... 52

TV & Radio.....................................................................................81

Young Adult Community at Congregation Emanu-El...........70

Z NOSHEREI BAGELS BANQUETS UC Berkeley Hillel................................................................................. 67 Zangwill, Stuart Avram M.D. ............................................................17 SOCIAL SERVICES COUNSELING UC Berkeley Jewish Studies Program..........................................66 UC Davis Jewish Studies Program................................................ 67 PRESCHOOL LGBTQ support UC Santa Cruz Jewish Studies Program..................................... 67 LIFECYCLES bar-bat mitzvah UCSF-Stanford Lysosomal Storage Disease Center................50 CONNECTIONS israel travel SERVICE RELIGIOUS LIFE music JCCS CELEBRATIONS SIMCHAS grants EDUCATION COLLEGE U

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