In the Greater Community
Note: The items below are NOT in date order.
SEPTEMBER
URJ Pro-Israel Rally in Silicon Valley
Sunday, September 14, 1:30 PM
City Hall Plaza, Palo Alto
We saw the powerful rallies across Israel calling for the hostages to be brought home and an end to the bloodshed. Now, join together in Silicon Valley and across North America to do the same. This moment calls for a broad, clear Jewish and Israeli voice: End the war. Bring them home. Surge humanitarian aid. This rally is a declaration of our moral imperative to stand for life, for dignity, and for a better future for all. Join our local community in making your Reform Zionist voice heard. REGISTER
OFJCC Holiday Fair
Sunday, September 14, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, OFJCC, Palo Alto
Join for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of the High Holidays right in the heart of the OFJCC — the Midrahov! The fair will feature delicious honey cakes, homemade jams and honey available for purchase; a shuck (market) selling teen-made jewelry and slime; braid-making and more. We'll have plenty of fun, engaging activities that highlight the spirit of each of the High Holidays.
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Peninsula Newborn Playgroup for Babies 0-9 Months
Sunday, Sep 28, 10:30 AM, Jewish Family & Children's Services, Palo Alto
Join JBN Director Carol Booth, MAEd, at the JFCS Playroom in Palo Alto to learn about your baby and get to know other new parents of newborns near you. Connect with your baby through interactive Jewish rituals and everyday play while sharing the joys and oys of being a new parent. Every participant receives a complimentary baby bag full of gifts for you and your baby. REGISTER
October
Pan Flute Concert: Music of the Jewish Soul
Saturday, October 11, 4:00 PM
Experience an unforgettable evening of music that speaks directly to the soul. At the heart of this unique concert is the pan flute, whose pure, ethereal tones blend beautifully with violin, piano and other traditional instruments, creating a powerful, emotional soundscape. The program includes beloved Jewish melodies such as Mayn Shtetele Belz, Ashreinu, Tanz Yidelekh, My Yiddishe Momme and many more—reimagined with warmth, depth and spiritual resonance. LEARN MORE & REGISTER
NextGen Shabbat, With Senator Scott Weiner
Friday, October 24, 6:00–8:30 PM | JFCS San Francisco
What does it mean to lead with values in today’s world? Join JFCS’ NextGen for a special Shabbat evening with California Senator Wiener. He will discuss how his Jewish identity has shaped his journey in public service. Open to all young adults in the Bay Area. LEARN MORE & REGISTER