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SUMMARY:Fri-J: Tu B'Av
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in the lobby for Fri-J! This week\, we’re celebrating Tu B’Av\, a holiday of love and connection\, with some special treats. Think of Tu B’Av as the Israeli Valentine’s Day – a perfect opportunity to spread some joy and enjoy delicious goodies with friends! \n\nTime: 10 AM – 12 PM \nDate: Friday\, Aug 8th \nLocation: PJCC Lobby \nCost: Free \n  \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/fri-j-tu-bav/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T103000
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SUMMARY:Love Boat: A Tu B’Av Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Tu B’Av – the Jewish Holiday of Love with a beautiful ride on the Electric Duffy Boats from our friends at Edgewater Marine. \nConnect with new and old friends from across PJCC community. Enjoy on-board activities designed for fun\, friendship\, and connection. Explore the idea of love from a Jewish perspective in honor of the ancient holiday Tu B’Av – which has become the Israeli Valentine’s Day. \nMeet at Edgewater Marine in Foster City. Bring your own picnic dinner – we’ll provide snacks.\nAdvance registration and waiver required; all participants must register. \n\nTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM \nDates: Thursday\, Aug 7th \nLocation: Edgewater Marine 1001 Bounty Drive\, Foster City\, CA\, United States \nCost: $30 per person | Discounts for large families may be available – contact JewishLife@pjcc.org
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/love-boat-a-tu-bav-cruise/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T130000
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DTSTAMP:20250723T053642Z
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SUMMARY:Tisha B'Av Observance
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Congregation Beth Jacob as part of the North Peninsula Jewish collaboration as we read the Book of Eicha and participate in rituals connected to the observance of Tisha B’Av (the Ninth of Av)\, a day of mourning and fasting. \nThere will be thoughts shared by area rabbis between 8:00 – 8:30 PM\, followed by Evening service\, Havdalah\, and chanting of Eicha. \nHonoring different observant levels in our community: please note that for those for whom Shabbat does not end until 9:15 PM – there will be an evening service and reading of Eicha at Peninsula Sinai Congregation in Foster City at 9:15 PM. \n\nTime: 8:00 PM \nDate: Saturday\, August 2 \nLocation: Congregation Beth Jacob \nCost: Free | No registration required. \nMore info here.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/tisha-bav-observance/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152235Z
CREATED:20250312T230649Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152246Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Special Passover Program
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard the Four Questions chanted in Yiddish or Ladino? Or Chad Gadya\, Echad Mi Yodea\, Adir Hu? These are the traditional songs of Pesach\, sung in Hebrew around the Seder table each year to commemorate the Exodus from Slavery in Egypt. Each year that passes\, we lose more of the native-born speakers who remember singing in the languages of their ancestors who endured a form of slavery in the Diaspora\, and ultimately left their host countries of Spain\, Portugal\, Poland\, Russia\, Turkey\, Greece\, the Balkans\, and Morocco for Israel and the United States. \n\n\n\nMark Levy has been singing these Yiddish and Ladino versions for many years and now has put together a program for all to hear\, remember\, and enjoy. Descended from an Ashkenazi (eastern European) mother and a Sephardi (Spanish-Jewish) father\, Mark combines the beautiful melodies of both traditions together with Hebrew and Israeli songs in a versatile performance that transports the listener to another time and place. \n\n\n\nRegister Here.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-special-passover-program/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152224Z
CREATED:20250212T062219Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T180000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152141Z
CREATED:20241212T051527Z
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SUMMARY:Good Ol' Chanukkah
DESCRIPTION:Community Chanukah celebration at Congregation Beth Jacob \nSaturday December 28th at 5:00pm \nRegistration required \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/good-ol-chanukkah/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T170000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152140Z
CREATED:20241205T084545Z
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SUMMARY:HANUKKAH PAJAMAKKAH
DESCRIPTION:Hanukkah PajamakkahMagic Show and Family Concert \n  Location: Peninsula Temple Beth El\, San Mateo  Date: Thursday\, December 14⏰ Time: 4:00 PM \n ✨ What to Expect: \n\nAn exciting magic show\nA lively family concert\nDelicious latkes and sufganiyot\nFun crafts and activities\nCozy vibes—wear your pajamas!\n\nThis event is open to the North Peninsula community\, and non-members are welcome! \nRSVP by Monday\, December 9 to reserve your spot. \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/hanukkah-pajamakkah/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,PJ Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241022T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241022T180000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152105Z
CREATED:20240913T233327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152105Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ & Allies: Happy Hour in the Sukkah
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ & Allies: Let’s Connect! \n\n\n\nAll are welcome at our inaugural LGBTQ+ event! We invite you to join us for an evening of connection\, conversation\, and community-building. This is a casual gathering where we can come together to share ideas and make new friends. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have light refreshments and opportunities to meet and engage with others in a relaxed atmosphere. Help us brainstorm ideas of what you’d like to see in YOUR community! Plus we’ll shake the lulav\, nosh on goodies and connect with others.  \n\n\n\nMembership to the PJCC is not required – just bring yourself and your ideas!  \n\n\n\nOpen to all\, ages 21+.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/lgbtq-happy-hour-in-the-sukkah/
CATEGORIES:Count Me In: Social Impact,Holidays & Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152119Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling under the Sukkah
DESCRIPTION:In Sukkot\, our gratitude is expressed for blessings like good food and a safe shelter as we celebrate the yearly harvest and our connection to nature. \nNature journaling is a way to build a creative connection with the environment\, enriching your experiences and develop observation\, curiosity\, gratitude\, reverence\, memory. It helps you discover\, think\, remember\, and integrate new information with your existing knowledge. Train your mind\, and the world will offer you its secrets of wonder and beauty! \nInstructor: Ramona Soto. Ramona is a longtime artist and educator. For the past 13 years she has worked as a teaching artist with San Francisco’s Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD). She also teaches independent art\, writing\, and science classes/workshops for both children and adults.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/nature-journaling-under-the-sukkah/
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Holidays & Celebrations,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152058Z
CREATED:20240904T041504Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Senior Friendship: Holiday Bake and Chat
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Rosh Hashana (Jewish New Year) by baking an apple pastry while chatting with Rabbi Laurie Matzkin about the High Holidays. \nThe Jewish calendar is luni-solar\, so the holidays begin in the evening\, and continue through nightfall the next day. Rosh Hashanah kicks off with a festive evening meal\, followed by another on the second night of the two-day holiday. Rosh Hashanah celebrates new beginnings\, and what will hopefully be a sweet year\, so foods like honey and apple are important menu features. \nFeel free to bring your recipes to share!
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-senior-friendship-holiday-bake-and-chat/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240905T130000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152059Z
CREATED:20240906T071113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152059Z
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SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club:  The Music of the High Holidays
DESCRIPTION:A time for reflection and forgiveness\, Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur are observed with special musical settings infused with emotion. These songs turn us inward and enhance our spiritual experience. \nPerformer: Mark Levy has been performing for the past 35 years. He has evolved to include songs from the Old World and the New\, sung in Yiddish\, Ladino\, Hebrew\, English\, and Russian.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-the-music-of-the-high-holidays-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T120000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152019Z
CREATED:20240501T035455Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Lag B'Omer at the Beach Together
DESCRIPTION:Sunday June 2nd 11:00am – 1:00pm \nDunes Beach\, Halfmoon Bay \nCome join PJ Library\, PJCC\, and Rabbi Moshe Heyn from Coastside Jewish Community at Dunes Beach in Half Moon Bay to celebrate Lag B’Omer! Tkiya will be joining us for a musical adventure full of bubbles and more! Enjoy a fun-filled day with activities with songs\, and a delicious bagel lunch and snacks. Geared towards children aged 0-8 years\, siblings welcome.  \n \nRegister here\n \nLearn more about Takiya
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/celebrate-lag-bomer-at-the-beach-together-with-pj-library/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life,PJ Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T183000
DTSTAMP:20250423T152002Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Yisrael - Celebrating Israel's 76th birthday
DESCRIPTION:Sold Out \nJoin Us in Honoring Israel’s 76th Year of Independence \nThis May marks the 76th anniversary of Israel’s independence with the holiday of Yom HaAtzmaut. It is important to acknowledge the challenging and heartbreaking six months of conflict between Israel and Hamas\, and the impact on Israelis and Palestinians. And yet\, Israel encompasses a rich tapestry of culture\, history\, innovation\, and diversity beyond its conflicts. Embracing all facets of Israeli life allows for a more holistic understanding and connection with the country and its people. \nIn this context\, PJCC is hosting a Yom Yisrael\, or Israel Day\, a few days in advance of Yom HaAtzmaut. The celebration focuses on connection and reflection with activities for all ages\, outlined below. Proceeds from the event will support evacuated Kibbutz communities from Southern Israel\, as well as “Bring Them Home: The Hostage and Missing Families Forum.” \nWe are grateful to be able to provide a secure environment to honor and celebrate Israeli culture together. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Thursday\, May 9 | 5:00 – 7:30 PMWhere: Shalom Field\, PJCCAdmission: $20/person\, $76 family ticket \nHighlights Include: \n\nKosher kebabs and falafel from Doctor Falafel\, alongside snow cones and cotton candy\nIsraeli dancing\, community sing-along\, and children’s show with Ishay Oz\nCommunity art project and festive craft tables\nSandless beach hang-out zone\nHebrew book giveaway for adults and children\nHostage Square area and interactive “Wall of Hope”\n\nEmail jewishlife@pjcc.org for more information\, or to volunteer at this event. \nThis event is supported by Wornick Jewish Day School and Beged Kefet Hebrew Language School.  \nThis program is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator and the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/yom-yisraeli-celebrating-israels-76th-birthday/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20250423T151954Z
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SUMMARY:Crossing the Red Sea in Foster City
DESCRIPTION:A multi-generational\, family friendly celebration of Passover on the water!\nWe’ll take boats for a joyous\, interactive\, and educational program.\nLed by Rabbi Laurie Matzkin (PJCC)\, Rabbi Elana Zelony (PSC)\, and Rabbi Rebecca Hecht (PTBE)\n\nMeet at Edgewater Marina 1001 Bounty Drive\, Foster City\nSunday\, April 28 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm\n$36/person | $100 max per household by address\n\nAdvanced registration required\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/crossing-the-red-sea-in-foster-city-2/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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