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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240915T171500
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SUMMARY:Ed Johnson & Novo Tempo
DESCRIPTION:Ed’s original songs and compositions are infused with a strong Brazilian and Latin undercurrent. His band’s magical blend of vibrant\, original contemporary jazz has won fans and airplay worldwide. \nCommunity-style table seating.  It is our pleasure to reserve tables for parties of 4 or more.  \nPack a picnic (no pork\, shellfish\, or outside alcohol). \nBeer and wine will be available for purchase. \nRegister Here \n\n\n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/ed-johnson-novo-tempo/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T200000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152104Z
CREATED:20240913T012035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152104Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close: Borromeo String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are available at the front desk or by calling 650.378.2703 \nMembership is not required to purchase tickets.  \n  \nDoors open at 7:30 pm \nAdmired and sought after for both its fresh interpretations of the classical music canon and its championing of works by 20th and 21st century composers\, the ensemble has been hailed for its “edge-of-the-seat performances” by the Boston Globe\, which called it “simply the best.” \nPresented in partnership with Music at Kohl Mansion \nIt is our pleasure to reserve a table for parties of 4 or more. \n60-minute concert is followed by a “Meet the Artist” dessert reception.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-borromeo-string-quartet/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T200000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152111Z
CREATED:20240925T105632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152111Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close: Del Sol Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are available at the front desk or by calling 650.378.2703 \nMembership is not required to purchase tickets \nDoors open at 7:30 \nThis special presentation by the San Francisco-based chamber ensemble highlights their unique brand of “…communicative intimacy” San Francisco Chronicle through a performance of Derek David’s String Quartet No. 4 “Kaddish” which features Jewish folk melodies to explore themes of loss and mourning. \nIt is our pleasure to reserve tables for parties of 4 or more. \nThe 60-minute concert is followed by a “Meet the Artists” dessert reception.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-del-sol-quartet/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152137Z
CREATED:20241107T221211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152137Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club:  The life and music of the Gershwin Brothers
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fascinating stories of these remarkable brothers and their groundbreaking music: Swanee\, I Got Rhythm\, ‘Swonderful\, Embraceable You\, Somebody Loves Me\, Someone to Watch Over Me\, Our Love is Here to Stay and many more! Listen and singalong!! \nPerformer: Marilyn Cooney\, singer/pianist
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-the-life-and-music-of-the-gershwin-brothers/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152141Z
CREATED:20241205T035516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152141Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Piano-Flute Duet
DESCRIPTION:An Afternoon of Musical Splendor: Classical to Broadway\nJoin us for a captivating concert featuring Mary Hargrove on flute and Janice Gunderson on piano. The program spans a delightful variety of music\, beginning with the lively rhythms of Vivaldi and Bach\, transitioning to the charm of French composers Ravel\, Fauré\, and even Edith Piaf’s timeless tunes. The performance concludes with a medley of cherished Broadway hits. \nAbout the Performers:Mary Hargrove is a renowned flutist and instructor in the SF Bay Area\, known for her performances with local orchestras\, Opera San Jose\, and the Lamplighters Music Theatre. \nJanice Gunderson is a seasoned accompanist and choral director\, with a rich history of leading choirs and performing with ensembles across the Peninsula. \nDon’t miss this enchanting musical journey! \nRegister by calling 650.378.2718 or by email dbohmerwald@pjcc.org \n\nMore about the musicians:\nMary Hargrove: A highly accomplished flutist and instructor with years of experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. She teaches flute at the College of San Mateo and performs with local orchestras\, ballet companies\, and Broadway productions. A member of the Opera San Jose orchestra\, Mary has also worked as an extra musician with the San Francisco Opera. Additionally\, she is a longtime member of the Lamplighters Music Theatre Company\, where she performs works by Gilbert and Sullivan as well as other operettas. \nJanice Gunderson: A professional accompanist\, choral director\, and teacher with extensive experience in performance and education. She has collaborated with singers\, instrumentalists\, and theatrical productions and has served on the faculties of the College of San Mateo\, Cañada College\, and Notre Dame de Namur University. From 1997 to 2011\, Janice was the Music Director of Peninsula Cantare and previously spent a decade as Assistant Conductor of Masterworks Chorale. Prior to the pandemic\, she directed the Peninsula Choraliers\, a women’s ensemble. Currently\, she serves as Choir Director at Hope Lutheran Church in San Mateo.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-piano-flute-duet/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152148Z
CREATED:20241218T030608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152148Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club:  Melody Yan Fusion Music
DESCRIPTION:Come hear the guzheng\, a traditional Chinese plucked zither and let its beautiful and evocative sounds lead you to a holiday tradition and cultural significance of the Chinese New Year! \nMelody Yan is a Guzheng player\, educator\, and performer from Sichuan\, China. She adapts American classic and contemporary music to Chinese guzheng to create her unique branch of fusion music\, mixing the rich tone of the West with the charm of the East. She founded Melody Yan Fusion Music group in seeking to bridge East West cultures. Melody had the honors to play at the United Nations headquarters in 2013\, and Bay Area Council in 2015\, to appear in TV interviews with CBS and NBC. \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-melody-yan-fusion-music/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250208T160000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152149Z
CREATED:20241218T021730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152149Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close: Dror Sinai Duo
DESCRIPTION:Dror Sinai and son\, Avi will take us on a journey of Jewish Yemini rhythms. Through song\, accompanied by hand drums\, doumbek\, frame drum\, and tin oil cans they will share ancient chants from 10th\, 11th\, 17th and 20th century Yemen. \nDoors open at 7:30 pm Performance begins at 8 pm \nPJCC Lobby \nIt is our pleasure to reserve tables for parties of four or more. Each 60-minute concert is followed by a “Meet the Artist” dessert reception.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-dror-sinai-duo/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152220Z
CREATED:20250213T015342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152220Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Jewish Songwriters of Tin Pan Alley
DESCRIPTION:Join singer-pianist Lauren Mayer as she takes a trip through the Tin Pan Alley era of popular songs (1920s-1940s)\, where Jewish songwriters found a welcoming\, lucrative home and had a huge influence on American culture. Lauren includes some undiscovered gems and novelties\, as well as audience favorites (and you might even feel like singing along!) \nLauren Mayer is a multi-faceted entertainer – a songwriter\, singer-pianist\, music director and humorist. She is a 5-time recipient of the San Francisco Cabaret Gold Award and a phi beta kappa graduate of Yale University\, where she studied songwriting with Tony Award-winner Maury Yeston. Lauren has performed at numerous clubs\, theaters\, and organizations\, including the Peninsula Jewish Community Center\, Rhoda Goldman Plaza\, Society Cabaret\, Feinstein’s At The Niko\, and many more. \nRegister Here
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-jewish-songwriters-of-tin-pan-alley-2-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152224Z
CREATED:20250212T062219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152224Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Get Your Drums Ready for Purim
DESCRIPTION:Come get into the mood for Purim (Jewish Holiday that embodies joy in many forms\, celebrating survival\, community\, and faith) with an interactive performance by percussionist James Henry. Expect to dance\, sing\, be involved and be transported to many areas of the globe through the sounds of drums and percussion! \nJames Henry: Master Percussionist\, Composer\, Producer\, Live Entertainer. He has toured internationally as a master percussionist. As a song writer and producer his music is deeply rooted and soulful.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-get-your-drums-ready-for-purim/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T190000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152158Z
CREATED:20250110T092254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152158Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close: Aris Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Expressive\, dynamic\, spectacular – the Aris Quartet of Germany has been at home on international stages for the past fifteen years. With its unmistakable sound\, it has long been known as one of the world’s top-rank chamber music ensembles.  \n\n\n\nMade possible by the Eva Chernov Lokey Endowment for Programs. Presented in partnership with Music at Kohl Mansion.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-aris-quartet/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152229Z
CREATED:20250305T084515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152229Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Heart & Soul with Kimberlye Gold
DESCRIPTION:Come join Kimberlye Gold on her eclectic performance featuring rock & roll\, folk\, country and the blues. No matter the genre\, Kimberley will cover all those musical bases with heart and soul! Be prepared to hear some vintage songs by Janis or Grace\, or some of her own creations. \nKimberlye Gold is a San Francisco Bay Area singer/songwriter who spent many years honing her skills living and working in the trenches of LA/NYC/Nashville\, working with hitmakers from all those major music towns. Gold’s stable of top-notch players includes members of luminary bands such as Tower Of Power\, Steely Dan\, and Boz Scaggs\, joining her on everything from duo gigs to headlining on main stages with her bands: Kimberlye Gold’s Rock’n’Soul All-Stars and The KGB Kimberlye Gold Band. \nRegister Here.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-heart-soul-with-kimberlye-gold/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152236Z
CREATED:20250312T232829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152236Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club:  The Magic of the 40’s - 70’s Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nostalgic performance filled with the timeless hits from the 1940s to the 1970s. \nGet ready to groove to the classics of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and sing along with your favorite songs! \nGeorge Moore is a “crooner” singer and guitarist. He is a retired Lutheran school teacher who is married with two daughters. He especially loves the 60’s\, music that he grew up with as a teenager. \nRegister Here
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-the-magic-of-the-40s-70s-music/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T190000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152159Z
CREATED:20250110T094705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152159Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close: Charged Particles\, The Music of Michael Brecker
DESCRIPTION:Charged Particles is very pleased to be joining saxophonist Tod Dickow to perform concerts celebrating one of the most important musicians in the history of jazz\, the late\, Michael Brecker. \n\n\n\nMade possible by the Eva Chernov Lokey Endowment for Programs.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/charged-particles-the-music-of-michael-brecker/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152235Z
CREATED:20250312T230649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152235Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club:  Gratitude and You
DESCRIPTION:In Judaism\, the middah (Jewish value) of hakarat hatov is used to emphasize the importance of recognizing the amazing things we have in our lives. In this workshop\, participants will explore the science of gratitude\, its connection to Judaism\, and will get the opportunity to engage in gratitude practices that they can use at home after the workshop. \nSpeakers: Carly Coons (The Blue Dove Foundation) and Beth Lipschutz (BeWell) \nRegister Here
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-gratitude-and-you/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T113000
DTSTAMP:20250719T045334Z
CREATED:20250702T063551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T045334Z
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SUMMARY:PJCC Rock Music Players Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Mingle with other members over some light snacks and refreshments in our beautiful Hamlin Garden and witness the debut performance by the PJCC’s own Rock Music Players. \nThe tunes will start at 5:45 pm.  Come out and hang with us\, as our homegrown jam band rocks on! \n\nTime: 5:30 – 6:30 PM \nDate: Wednesday\, Jul 23rd \nLocation: PJCC\, Hamlin Garden \nCost: Free
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/pjcc-rock-music-players-member-mixer/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T171500
DTSTAMP:20251002T002009Z
CREATED:20250419T011309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T002009Z
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SUMMARY:Burt Bacharach Tribute with Akira Tana and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Concert curator and drumming phenom Akira Tana\, along with beloved vocalist Jackie Ryan team up with a soulful jazz organ trio from Osaka to bring the timeless melodies of Burt Bacharach and the lyrics of Hal David to life. From hits like “I Say a Little Prayer” and “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head\,” there will be plenty to sing along to\, with some lesser-known treats sprinkled throughout. \nDoors open at 4:40 pm. \nWe encourage you to pack picnics (no pork or shellfish). \nCommunity tables available; reserved seating for groups of 4+. \n\nTime: 5:00 – 6:15 PM \nDate: Sunday\, Aug 17th \nLocation: PJCC \nCost: $15 Youth (Under 18) / $25 Adult \n  \nThis concert is currently sold out.Reach out to Kimberly Gordon at kgordon@pjcc.org to be added to the waitlist. You will be contacted if space becomes available. \n  \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/burt-bacharach-tribute-with-akira-tana-and-friends/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T070000
DTSTAMP:20250823T003817Z
CREATED:20250815T235116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T003817Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: The Magic of the 40s - 70s Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nostalgic performance filled with the timeless hits from the 1940s to the 1970s. Get ready to groove to the classics of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and sing along with your favorite songs!  \nGeorge Moore\, a retired Lutheran school teacher and married father of two daughters\, is a “crooner” singer and guitarist with a deep love for the music he grew up with as a teenager in the 1960s. \nFeel free to bring your own lunch or you can purchase it from Café at the J! \n\nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 PM \nDates: Wednesday\, September 3rd \nLocation: PJCC Boardroom / Zoom (Hybrid) \nCost: Free | Open to the public
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-the-magic-of-the-40s-70s-music-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T171500
DTSTAMP:20251002T001952Z
CREATED:20250419T011924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T001952Z
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SUMMARY:Mads Tolling & The Mads Men - Playing the '60s
DESCRIPTION:Two-Time Grammy Award-winning violinist Mads Tolling presents a fun and exciting program that is simultaneously nostalgic and contemporary as he reimagines classic songs from 1960s TV\, film\, and radio. Enjoy a celebration of the music of the Mad Men Era with Tolling’s distinctive style. \nCommunity tables provided. Tables reserved for parties of 4 or more. \n\nTime: 5:00 – 6:15 PM\, (Pre-concert Happy Hour with appetizers in the lobby from 4:00 – 4:30 PM) \nDate: Sunday\, Sept 14th \nLocation: PJCC \nCost: $15 Youth (Under 18) / $25 Adult
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/mads-tolling-the-mads-men-playing-the-60s/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20251003T235323Z
CREATED:20250905T234857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T235323Z
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SUMMARY:Bennewitz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Bennewitz Quartet\, founded in Prague in 1998\, has established itself as a leading international chamber ensemble. Known for their technical precision and insightful interpretations\, they have been performing for over two decades. The quartet will preview selected movements from Haydn and Dvořák\, offering a glimpse into the composers’ distinct styles. \n“Drama\, expression\, and utmost sensitivity.” The Strad \nIn Partnership with Music at Kohl Mansion \n\nLocation: PJCC \nCost: $30 per person (group registration – up to 5) \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/bennewitz-quartet/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T210000
DTSTAMP:20251106T195055Z
CREATED:20250830T023522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T195055Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz Caliente
DESCRIPTION:Guitarist and composer Lee Waterman’s Latin jazz ensemble\, Jazz Caliente\, percolates with infectious Afro-Cuban and Brazilian rhythms. Lee founded the band in 1989 as a vehicle for his original compositions and his unique arrangements of songs by the great Jazz and Latin masters\, including Miles Davis\, Duke Ellington\, Tito Puente\, and Sérgio Mendes. The ensemble incorporates intricate rhythmic patterns and draws inspiration from Cuban and Brazilian musical traditions. \nLee Waterman – Guitars\nMelecio Magdaluyo – Tenor and Soprano Sax\, Flute and Clarinet\nMarc Levine – Electric Bass\nDavid Rokeach – Drums\nTommy Kesecker – Vibraphone\nJimmy Biala – Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Percussion \n\nThis concert is sold out. 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/jazz-caliente/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20251106T200023Z
CREATED:20251029T234613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200023Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: The Life and Music of Irving Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Come join Marilyn Cooney\, singer and pianist\, to listen or singalong as we celebrate America’s most patriotic songwriter. \n Irving Berlin Selections include God Bless America\, Blue Skies\, Puttin’ on the Ritz\, Sisters\, Let’s Face the Music and Dance\, I Love a Piano\, Count Your Blessings\, and many more!
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-the-life-and-music-of-irving-berlin/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T140000
DTSTAMP:20251106T200530Z
CREATED:20251029T234720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200530Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: "Latkes\, Shmatkes"
DESCRIPTION:Join singer-pianist Lauren Mayer for this original comedy songs about being Jewish during the December holidays. \nLauren Mayer is a multi-faceted entertainer – a songwriter\, singer-pianist\, music director and humorist. She is a 5-time recipient of the San Francisco Cabaret Gold Award and a phi beta kappa graduate of Yale University\, where she studied songwriting with Tony Award-winner Maury Yeston. Lauren has performed at numerous clubs\, theaters\, and organizations as Rhoda Goldman Plaza\, Society Cabaret\, Feinstein’s at the Niko\, and many more.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-latkes-shmatkes/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T140000
DTSTAMP:20251217T195246Z
CREATED:20251204T173055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T195246Z
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SUMMARY:Social Spark: Mollie and the Sweet Shop Boys
DESCRIPTION:Join Mollie and the Sweet Shop Boys for a heartfelt musical tribute celebrating legendary songwriters and performers who have passed on\, from Willie Nelson’s circle to beloved American icons. Many viral headlines in the past have falsely declared Willie Nelson to have died but at 92\, Willie is very much alive\, still performing\, and honoring the friends\, musicians\, and public figures he has lost along the way\, including a former U.S. president. \nThrough a moving selection of greatest hits and classic standards\, the group pays musical homage to Jimmy Carter\, Johnny Cash\, and other enduring greats such as Harold Arlen\, Irving Berlin\, Hoagy Carmichael\, and George Gershwin. \nAbout the performers: \n\n\nSteve is a seasoned vocalist and performer who has sung professionally with TheatreWorks\, San Jose Stage Company\, and American Musical Theatre. Since 2005\, he has presented more than 25 biographical concerts on artists like Gershwin\, Porter\, Berlin\, Willie Nelson\, and Gordon Lightfoot for audiences across the Bay Area. \n\n\nMollie brings a rich musical background spanning rock and bluegrass\, and has performed with Steve in over 200 shows. She is known for her gorgeous\, pure soprano. \n\n\nBob\, a retired doctor\, plays guitar and fiddle and specializes in Irish music and bluegrass. \n\n\nCome enjoy an uplifting night of music\, memory\, and celebration of the artists whose songs continue to shape our lives.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/social-spark-mollie-and-the-sweet-shop-boys/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T140000
DTSTAMP:20251217T195046Z
CREATED:20251217T195046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T195046Z
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SUMMARY:Social Spark: The Zēlos Saxophone Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting concert that journeys through a range of musical styles and eras\, brought to life by The Zēlos Saxophone Quartet. From intricate counterpoint and rich romantic melodies to lively impressionist colors and dynamic modern expressions\, come experience the full expressive power of Zēlos in an unforgettable afternoon of music. \nThe Zēlos Quartet is an award-winning chamber ensemble based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since the group first formed in 2017\, they have been dedicated to performing a wide array of repertoire ranging from underrepresented contemporary works to transcriptions from the baroque\, classical and romantic eras. Committed to performing on saxophones that fit the acoustical specifications of its inventor Adolphe Sax\, the Zēlos Quartet looks to connect with a variety of audiences to show the wide range of sounds and colors of the saxophone.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/social-spark-the-zelos-saxophone-quartet/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260106T230152Z
CREATED:20251212T230635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T230152Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close Concert: The Folk Element Trio
DESCRIPTION:Led by guitarist Adam Moezinia\, The Folk Element Trio weaves together a vibrant tapestry of global musical traditions\, artfully blending jazz roots with the rhythmic influences of West Africa\, the soulful sounds of the Caribbean\, and the folk styles of the UK and Appalachia. \nMade possible by the Eva Chernov Lokey Endowment for Programs\, Music at Kohl Mansion
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-the-folk-element-trio/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260116T201945Z
CREATED:20260116T201945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T201945Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Shira Concert Peninsula Sinai Congregation
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Peninsula Sinai Congregation for an inspiring and unforgettable evening featuring an award-winning singer\, songwriter\, and educator. She will be joined by her talented three-piece band\, a wonderful children’s choir\, and other special guests for a vibrant program filled with music\, energy\, and heart. This special event promises to be a meaningful night of connection\, community\, and celebration you won’t want to miss. \n\nCost: $25 Adults | $10 Children
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/shabbat-shira-concert-peninsula-sinai-congregation/
LOCATION:Peninsula Sinai Congregation\, 499 Boothbay Avenue\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260223T182715Z
CREATED:20260223T182715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T182715Z
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SUMMARY:Social Spark: 40's to 70's Music Nostalgia
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin fan? Join Social Spark to sing along with George Moore. He will cover popular songs from the 40’s to the 70’s \nGeorge Moore is a crooner—a style of male singer known for an intimate\, smooth\, and sentimental vocal sound that rose to popularity from the late 1920s through the 1950s. A retired Lutheran school teacher\, George has a special love for the music of the 1960s—the songs that shaped his teenage years. \n\nOpen to the public
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/social-spark-40s-to-70s-music-nostalgia/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T210000
DTSTAMP:20251230T220716Z
CREATED:20251121T233256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T220716Z
UID:10036745-1774123200-1774126800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Up Close Concert: WindSync
DESCRIPTION:WindSync is a dynamic wind quintet known for bringing both classical masterpieces and contemporary works to life with fresh energy and versatility. Performing from memory to create a unique sense of connection\, they move seamlessly across musical styles from reimagined classics to brand new compositions\, always with exceptional technique and storytelling. Renowned for their artistry\, educational outreach\, and community focused mission\, WindSync has earned a reputation as virtuosos who perform with both brilliance and genuine warmth. \nGarrett Hudson – Flute\nNoah Kay – Oboe\nGraeme Steele Johnson – Clarinet\nKara LaMoure – Bassoon\nAnni Hochhalter – Horn \n\nPresented in partnership with Music at Kohl Mansion \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-windsync/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260310T222845Z
CREATED:20260310T222845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T222845Z
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SUMMARY:Social Spark: Harp Harmonies
DESCRIPTION:Erica Messer is a luxury harpist with over two decades of elite performance experience. As one of the most sought-after San Francisco harpists in the Bay Area\, Erica’s work is more than just music – it’s an experience. She crafts immersive soundscapes for life’s most meaningful moments\, drawing from classical training\, deep intuition\, and an unspoken understanding of emotional nuance.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/social-spark-harp-harmonies/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T162707Z
CREATED:20251212T230543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T162707Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close Concert: Mr. Bidu's Circus
DESCRIPTION:Audiences love Mr. Bidu’s Circus for their lively and joyous style of Brazilian forró\, a vibrant musical tradition brought to life through the rich sounds of the rabeca (violin) and pífano (flute). Their performances pulse with infectious rhythm\, colorful melodies\, and an irresistible energy that invites listeners of all ages to move\, celebrate\, and immerse themselves in the spirit of Brazilian culture. \nMade possible by the Eva Chernov Lokey Endowment for Programs \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/up-close-mr-bidus-circus/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concerts
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