In the Greater Community

Shabbat Picnic Dinner
Friday, August 8, 5:30  PM
Congregation Kol Emeth, Palo Alto
Event by Jewish Baby Network and Kol Emeth
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Shabbat Picnic Dinner
Friday, August 22, 5:15 PM
Congregation Beth Jacob, Redwood City
Event by Jewish Baby Network and Beth Jacob
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Camp Tawonga Family Camp With Jewish Baby Network
September 4-7, Camp Tawonga, Yosemite National Park
JBN is excited to be joining Camp Tawonga. JBN's Jen Altman will be on staff that weekend at camp, and our JBN families will receive a discount of $50 per person if they are new to Tawonga. REGISTER

SF Jewish Film Festival
Now Through August 3 
The 45th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival is here! With 70 films from around the globe, from world premieres to awards contenders, we have a film for you, your friends, your bubbe, and everyone in between! Join us for 18 electrifying days of independent film and original, Jewish storytelling in theaters around San Francisco and the East Bay. BROWSE THE PROGRAM

Divorce & Discovery Retreat
October 23-26, 2025
Camp Tawonga is proud to offer a long weekend of immersive Jewish healing, community building and self-discovery for those going through divorce, in the stunning beauty of the Sierra Mountains. Traverse one of life’s great challenges with the support and guidance of Jewish ritual, wisdom and community. REGISTER

Applications Are Now Open for the 2025–2026 J Leaders Academy
This cohort-based program empowers Jewish young adults to strengthen their leadership skills, deepen their Jewish identity, and build meaningful community—personally, professionally, and communally. The Academy is designed for emerging leaders who are looking to:

• Grow as values-driven leaders
• Engage more deeply with Jewish life and community
• Make an impact locally, nationally, and globally

LEARN MORE & APPLY