
Shabbat: Day of Unplugging
Friday, May 30, 2025 • 3 Sivan 5785
All Day for 1 DaysFrom May 31-31, Set Aside Your Devices for One Shabbat and Reconnect!
Join Jewish Family and Children's Services and families across the Bay Area for the first-ever Shabbat Family Challenge. Step away from screens for one day and rediscover the joy of slowing down, connecting deeply, and being present—with your children and yourself.
Sign up to receive everything you need for a meaningful experience:
- Weekly inspiration and activity ideas to help your family prepare
- Shabbat Unplugged: A Modern Family’s Guide with rituals and first-time celebration tips
- A free Shabbat kit with candles, children's books, and a “sleeping bag” for your phone!
Take a real break from work, screens, and stress — and soak up uninterrupted time together. This one Shabbat could spark lifelong rituals for your family.
Take the pledge and get ready to unplug!
Cosponsored by Congregation Beth Am
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Upcoming Events

Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, Sep 19th 5:00p to 6:15pJoin with other Beth Am members every Friday before the Erev Shabbat service for time to reflect, discuss, and listen to one another as we navigate this terribly challenging time for Israel and Jews around the world.

Erev Shabbat Service: Featuring Jewish-Arab Shared Society Leaders of AJEEC-NISPED
Friday, Sep 19th 6:15p to 7:30pOur worship services are musical, participatory, and informal in spirit; they focus on helping us experience the spiritual renewal, peace, joy, and sense of celebration that Shabbat can bring.

Oneg Shabbat in Honor of Mila Karon's Bat Mitzvah Celebration!
Friday, Sep 19th 7:30p to 9:00pOur congregation joins together after our Erev Shabbat Service to enjoy a little nosh in honor of Mila Karon's Bat Mitzvah. This event is generously sponsored by the Lipton/Karon Family. Mazel tov!

The Orchard New Year Shabbat Dinner
Friday, Sep 19th 7:30p to 9:30pCome join other adults in their 20s and 30s to celebrate the sweetness of the upcoming New Year with The Orchard! Gather with friends for an evening filled with delicious food, conversation and festive apple-themed drinks.

Erev Rosh Hashanah Tot Service & Dinner
Monday, Sep 22nd 5:00p to 7:30pThis is an engaging service for families with young children (ages 0-6). After the service, enjoy a birthday party for the world, including yummy dinner and birthday cake!
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