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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T150000
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SUMMARY:ISRAEL FORUM: Beyond the Scrolls\, The Archaeology of Ancient Israel
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Joe Uziel\, former Head of the Israel Antiquities Authority’s Dead Sea Scrolls Unit\, for a rare look at ancient scrolls\, archaeological discovery\, and the work of preserving the past. We’ll explore the Dead Sea Scrolls\, the City of David\, and the Western Wall Tunnels\, and see how archaeology opens a window into the people\, places\, and texts that shaped history.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/beyond-the-scrolls-behind-the-scenes-the-archaeology-of-ancient-israel/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Israel Forum,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T185032Z
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SUMMARY:Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week course\, we’ll explore why text study holds such a central place in Jewish tradition and how ancient words continue to speak today. No Hebrew knowledge is required—just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nThursdays – 8/20\, 8/27\, 9/3\, 9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laurie Matzkin\, PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/between-the-lines-an-introduction-to-jewish-text-and-interpretation-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260710T181129Z
CREATED:20260710T181001Z
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SUMMARY:Rabbis' Roundtable: What Do We Mean by “We”?
DESCRIPTION:Collective Identity and Responsibility in the High Holiday Liturgy \nEnter the High Holiday season in community as our North Peninsula clergy leaders gather in conversation and reflection. The High Holiday liturgy is often written in the plural\, inviting us to reflect\, return\, seek repair\, and take responsibility together. This year’s Rabbis’ Roundtable explores how we belong\, how we are accountable to one another\, and how we remain in community even across disagreement. \nPlease join us for a light reception hosted by our Development Team beginning at 6:45pm\, followed by the panel at 7:30pm.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/rabbis-roundtable-what-do-we-mean-by-we/
LOCATION:Wornick Ulam Gadol
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260831T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T190315Z
CREATED:20260720T161329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T190315Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club: Wild Grapes by Miriam Flock
DESCRIPTION:A Jewish immigrant family tries to make a home on a farm in rural Ohio in the early years of the twentieth century. Facing anti-Semitism\, natural disaster\, pandemic\, and lack of experience\, matriarch Bluma Rappaport struggles to launch her three daughters into a better life. \nJoin Miriam Flock for an in-person discussion including a brief presentation about the Jewish Back-to-the-Land Movement. \nBYOB = Bring your own book! \n* Book is available at Amazon\, Barns and Nobles and also free digital version via our public library system. \n\nFor more information: call 650.378.2703 or pjcc.org/book-club
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/book-club_wild-grapes/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T153000
DTSTAMP:20260813T171033Z
CREATED:20260715T175453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T171033Z
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SUMMARY:ISRAEL FORUM: A Jerusalem Rabbi on Israel\, Ecology\, and Interfaith Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:How did a Bay Area native become a Jerusalem-based leader in interfaith ecology? Join Rabbi Yonatan Neril\, founder and executive director of The Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development and co-author of Eco Bible\, for an accessible conversation about Jewish environmental wisdom\, Israel\, and interfaith collaboration. All backgrounds are welcome\, and no prior Jewish learning is needed. 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/a-jerusalem-rabbi-on-israel-ecology-and-interfaith-collaboration/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Israel Forum,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T185032Z
CREATED:20260702T233600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T185032Z
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SUMMARY:Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week course\, we’ll explore why text study holds such a central place in Jewish tradition and how ancient words continue to speak today. No Hebrew knowledge is required—just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nThursdays – 8/20\, 8/27\, 9/3\, 9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laurie Matzkin\, PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/between-the-lines-an-introduction-to-jewish-text-and-interpretation-2/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260710T185841Z
CREATED:20260706T225511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T185841Z
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SUMMARY:S’lichot Service: A North Peninsula Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Learning Session in-person only at 6:45 PM – Before our S’lichot service\, all are invited to join Rabbi Rebecca for learning and conversation about the season’s themes of repentance and reflection. \nEvening Service in-person at 8:15 PM – Join with your North Peninsula clergy a moving Havdalah\, followed by a reflective service in the PTBE sanctuary. The S’lichot service helps us enter a reflective space as we begin to prepare ourselves for the High Holy Days just ahead.  \nA beautiful service is conducted in our stunning candle-lit Sanctuary as we enact a ritual of transition\, changing our Torah mantles to their ‘holiday whites’ and hearing the moving\, compelling call of the shofar. \n\nVirtual options available here
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/slichot-service-a-north-peninsula-collaboration-2026/
LOCATION:Peninsula Temple Beth El\, 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas\, San Mateo\, CA\, 94403
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260910T000048Z
CREATED:20260909T234833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000048Z
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SUMMARY:Israeli Elections 2026 Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:As Israel prepares for national elections\, Jewish Federations of North America invite you to explore a range of resources designed to provide timely analysis and context throughout the election season\, including a three-part webinar series\, a background document\, and a video explaining how Israeli elections work. \nHear from leading experts about the political landscape\, the issues and dynamics shaping the campaign\, what to watch as Election Day approaches\, and what the results could mean for Israel and the Jewish world. \nEvent Series: \n\nSeptember 9\, 2026\n\nIsraeli Elections 2026: What Can We Expect? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\nOctober 19\, 2026\n\nOne Week Until Israel’s Elections with Miri Eisin\n\n\nOctober 28\, 2026\n\n24 Hours After the Results: What Do We Know? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\n\n\nThis event is presented by a community partner and is not affiliated with\, sponsored by\, or endorsed by the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC). We share partner events solely to support community engagement and access to local resources.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-09-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T185032Z
CREATED:20260702T233600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T185032Z
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SUMMARY:Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week course\, we’ll explore why text study holds such a central place in Jewish tradition and how ancient words continue to speak today. No Hebrew knowledge is required—just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nThursdays – 8/20\, 8/27\, 9/3\, 9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laurie Matzkin\, PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/between-the-lines-an-introduction-to-jewish-text-and-interpretation-2/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T185032Z
CREATED:20260702T233600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T185032Z
UID:10045101-1789641000-1789646400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week course\, we’ll explore why text study holds such a central place in Jewish tradition and how ancient words continue to speak today. No Hebrew knowledge is required—just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nThursdays – 8/20\, 8/27\, 9/3\, 9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laurie Matzkin\, PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/between-the-lines-an-introduction-to-jewish-text-and-interpretation-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T185032Z
CREATED:20260702T233600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T185032Z
UID:10045102-1790245800-1790251200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Between the Lines: An Introduction to Jewish Text and Interpretation (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week course\, we’ll explore why text study holds such a central place in Jewish tradition and how ancient words continue to speak today. No Hebrew knowledge is required—just curiosity and a willingness to join the conversation. \nThursdays – 8/20\, 8/27\, 9/3\, 9/10\, 9/17\, 9/24 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Laurie Matzkin\, PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/between-the-lines-an-introduction-to-jewish-text-and-interpretation-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260918T231751Z
CREATED:20260918T231751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T231751Z
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SUMMARY:Wornick Cooking in the Sukkah for 3-5 Year Olds and Families
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Sukkot with fun hands-on activities\, including cooking\, art\, and more!\n \nThis event is co-sponsored by PJCC and PJ Library.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/wornick-cooking-in-the-sukkah-for-3-5-year-olds-and-families/
LOCATION:Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School\, 800 Foster City Boulevard\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sukkot,Youth & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T212433Z
CREATED:20260806T161617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T212433Z
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SUMMARY:Sukkot Family Party
DESCRIPTION:Dance with Bruce Bierman\nMove and groove with renowned dance leader Bruce Bierman\, featuring ribbon streamers and dancing scarves for kids and families to enjoy together. \nHands-On Mitzvot \nShake the Lulav\, Smell the Etrog\nExperience this beloved Sukkot tradition up close. \nShalom Stones\nKids decorate smooth stones with words like Shalom\, Kindness\, Friendship\, Welcome\, and Joy. Take one home\, and leave one behind in our community sukkah. \nKindness Leaves for a Gratitude Tree\nChildren add leaves to our community gratitude tree\, sharing a thank you\, a kindness they received\, a kindness they gave\, or something they’re grateful for. By the end of the event\, our tree will be full of community gratitude.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/dancing-together-in-the-sukkah-a-morning-of-movement-mitzvot-run-of-show/
LOCATION:PJCC Hamlin Garden
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,PJ Library,Sukkot,Youth & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T181500
DTSTAMP:20260923T211858Z
CREATED:20260701T224951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T211858Z
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SUMMARY:Under Open Skies
DESCRIPTION:Songs of Sukkot with The Jewish Music Collective.  \nGather under the open sky for an evening of Jewish music celebrating the season of Sukkot\, complete with etrog-themed cocktails and the chance to shake the lulav. The Jewish Music Collective brings together klezmer\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, Israeli\, jazz\, folk\, musical theatre\, and contemporary music in a program inspired by gathering\, gratitude\, and connection. \nDoors open at 4:40 PM \n\nCost: $25 Adult | $15 Youth (under 18)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/summer-concerts-under-open-skies/
LOCATION:PJCC Hamlin Garden
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Concerts,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sukkot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T220745Z
CREATED:20260902T171452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T220745Z
UID:10046117-1790672400-1790679600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Member Mixer: Cozy Up in the Sukkah
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the sukkah in our garden? Come enjoy a warm drink and chat with the Jewish Life and Member Experience teams. Catch up with a friend or meet someone new\, while learning about one of our favorite holidays. Happy Sukkot! \n\nNo registration required. Exclusive event for PJCC members only.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/member-mixer-cozy-up-in-the-sukkah/
LOCATION:PJCC Hamlin Garden
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Member Events,Sukkot
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T224343Z
CREATED:20260824T214950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T224343Z
UID:10046043-1790942400-1790942400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot\, Safety & Support: A Lunch & Learn with Shalom Bayit 
DESCRIPTION:The sukkah invites us to reflect on vulnerability\, shelter\, and safety—making Sukkot a particularly meaningful time to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. \nJoin Rabbi Zoe McCoon of Shalom Bayit\, the Bay Area’s Jewish center for domestic violence response and prevention\, to explore the stories of lesser-known women in Jewish texts\, deepen our understanding of abuse today and learn how we can better recognize and support people in our communities who may be experiencing domestic violence. \nBring your own lunch; Shalom Bayit will provide dessert. No prior Jewish learning needed.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-safety-support-a-lunch-learn-with-shalom-bayit/
LOCATION:PJCC Hamlin Garden
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sukkot
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261229T235959
DTSTAMP:20261014T160825Z
CREATED:20260910T191326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T160825Z
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SUMMARY:PJCC Fall Art Gallery: Sofia Davidson Collection
DESCRIPTION:This remarkable collection of paintings captures the memories of Jewish life in pre-war Poland\, including the unique wooden synagogues\, through the eyes of Holocaust survivor Sofia Guttentag Davidson. The exhibition also includes paintings from her life in Mexico\, where her family finally settled\, post WWII. \nThis exhibition is made possible by the Goldrich Family Foundation. \n\nQuestions? Contact arts@pjcc.org to learn more.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/pjcc-fall-art-gallery-sofia-davidson-collection/
LOCATION:PJCC Art Gallery
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art Exhibits,Arts & Culture,Center for Healthy Longevity,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sofia Davidson Collection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T220357Z
CREATED:20260901T213506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T220357Z
UID:10046116-1791399600-1791405000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:From Pain Towards Hope: A Musical Journey Since October 7th
DESCRIPTION:This October 7th commemoration will bring the North Peninsula Jewish community together for a shared musical journey led by Israeli-American singer and educator Gilad Paz.  \nDrawing on a life lived between Israel and the United States\, Gilad uses Israeli music\, storytelling\, and communal singing to connect people across backgrounds and generations. Shaped by reflections from our own community\, the evening will move through memory\, grief\, resilience\, and hope. More than a performance\, it is designed to strengthen connection to Israel\, Jewish culture\, and one another. \n\nQuestions? Email jewishlife@pjcc.org
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/from-pain-towards-hope-a-musical-journey-since-october-7/
LOCATION:Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School\, 800 Foster City Boulevard\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T210000
DTSTAMP:20261016T192818Z
CREATED:20260929T235500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T192818Z
UID:10046118-1791919800-1791925200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:PJCC Podcast Club
DESCRIPTION:PJCC Jewish Podcast Club is a welcoming space for thoughtful dialogue inspired by podcast episodes exploring Jewish themes of identity\, antisemitism\, allyship\, and Israel. Folks of all backgrounds encouraged to come and discuss these issues!  \nLed by Monica Oestreich and Phil Strause\, each gathering invites participants of all faiths and backgrounds to listen\, reflect\, ask questions\, and engage respectfully with one another. \nThe club meets every other month on the following dates: \n\nOctober 13\nDecember 15\nFebruary 23\nApril 13\n\n\nOctober 13 Podcast: Call Me Back: “Is There a Final Solution to the Jewish Question?” with Dara Horn \n\nApple Podcast\nSpotify
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/pjcc-jewish-podcast-club-2/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260910T000048Z
CREATED:20260909T234833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000048Z
UID:10046437-1792407600-1792407600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Israeli Elections 2026 Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:As Israel prepares for national elections\, Jewish Federations of North America invite you to explore a range of resources designed to provide timely analysis and context throughout the election season\, including a three-part webinar series\, a background document\, and a video explaining how Israeli elections work. \nHear from leading experts about the political landscape\, the issues and dynamics shaping the campaign\, what to watch as Election Day approaches\, and what the results could mean for Israel and the Jewish world. \nEvent Series: \n\nSeptember 9\, 2026\n\nIsraeli Elections 2026: What Can We Expect? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\nOctober 19\, 2026\n\nOne Week Until Israel’s Elections with Miri Eisin\n\n\nOctober 28\, 2026\n\n24 Hours After the Results: What Do We Know? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\n\n\nThis event is presented by a community partner and is not affiliated with\, sponsored by\, or endorsed by the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC). We share partner events solely to support community engagement and access to local resources.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-10-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212146Z
CREATED:20260722T234853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212146Z
UID:10046445-1792666800-1792672200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:OMG\, Can You Believe?! (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present—and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nThursdays – 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19\, 12/3 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Idit Solomon \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/omg-can-you-believe-melton-learning/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T110000
DTSTAMP:20261002T180108Z
CREATED:20260925T182755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T180108Z
UID:10046492-1792753200-1792753200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Honoring Legacy Through Art: The Life and Art of Sofia Davidson
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Holocaust survivor Sofia Davidson and her incredible journey from her granddaughter\, Helen Pankowsky. The virtual program will offer attendees an intimate look into the creative expression of Davidson\, who shared her personal stories through art.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/honoring-legacy-through-art-the-life-and-art-of-sofia-davidson/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art Exhibits,Arts & Culture,Center for Healthy Longevity,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sofia Davidson Collection,Virtual Programs
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/honoring-legacy-through-art-the-life-and-art-of-sofia-davidson/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T100000
DTSTAMP:20260925T182839Z
CREATED:20260826T165142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T182839Z
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SUMMARY:Hallelujah! Synagogues Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:A live virtual tour by the Anu Museum\, Tel Aviv. This virtual tour allows viewers to “visit” synagogues worldwide and learn about Jewish Life relating to the synagogue\, as a place of social gathering\, study\, creativity & prayer.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/hallelujah-synagogues-past-and-present/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art Exhibits,Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Sofia Davidson Collection,Virtual Programs
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/hallelujah-synagogues-past-and-present/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260910T000048Z
CREATED:20260909T234833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000048Z
UID:10046438-1793185200-1793185200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Israeli Elections 2026 Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:As Israel prepares for national elections\, Jewish Federations of North America invite you to explore a range of resources designed to provide timely analysis and context throughout the election season\, including a three-part webinar series\, a background document\, and a video explaining how Israeli elections work. \nHear from leading experts about the political landscape\, the issues and dynamics shaping the campaign\, what to watch as Election Day approaches\, and what the results could mean for Israel and the Jewish world. \nEvent Series: \n\nSeptember 9\, 2026\n\nIsraeli Elections 2026: What Can We Expect? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\nOctober 19\, 2026\n\nOne Week Until Israel’s Elections with Miri Eisin\n\n\nOctober 28\, 2026\n\n24 Hours After the Results: What Do We Know? with Haviv Rettig Gur\n\n\n\n\nThis event is presented by a community partner and is not affiliated with\, sponsored by\, or endorsed by the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC). We share partner events solely to support community engagement and access to local resources.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/israeli-elections-2026-webinar-series/2026-10-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20261014T220127Z
CREATED:20261014T220127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T220127Z
UID:10046709-1793210400-1793217600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Empowered Parents: When Antisemitism Shows Up at School\, Will You Know What to Do?
DESCRIPTION:When antisemitism affects your child at school\, it can be difficult to know what to do next. What should you ask? What should you expect from the school? And how can you help your teen advocate confidently for themselves? \nJoin the American Jewish Committee (AJC) and Club Z for Empowered Parents\, a free\, practical workshop for parents of middle and high school students in public and independent schools. \nLearn how to recognize and respond to antisemitism in school settings\, navigate challenging situations\, work constructively with educators and administrators\, help teens advocate for themselves\, and understand California’s AB 715 and what it means for families. \nLeave with practical strategies\, helpful resources\, and greater confidence in supporting your child.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/empowered-parents/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Community Partner,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T123000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212146Z
CREATED:20260722T234853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212146Z
UID:10046446-1793271600-1793277000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:OMG\, Can You Believe?! (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present—and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nThursdays – 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19\, 12/3 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Idit Solomon \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/omg-can-you-believe-melton-learning/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212146Z
CREATED:20260722T234853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212146Z
UID:10046447-1793876400-1793881800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:OMG\, Can You Believe?! (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present—and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nThursdays – 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19\, 12/3 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Idit Solomon \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/omg-can-you-believe-melton-learning/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T150000
DTSTAMP:20261013T201338Z
CREATED:20260925T192253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T201338Z
UID:10046493-1794319200-1794322800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Drawn Together\, How Art Connects through Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:Drawn Together: How Art Connects through Time and Space  \nJoin author and artist Wanda Peretz for an illustrated journey into the vibrant world of Eastern Europe’s lost wooden synagogues. Through archival photographs\, Jewish folk art\, and her own creative story\, Wanda explores how the extraordinary painted ceiling of the Gwoździec synagogue connected her with two eighteenth-century Jewish artists and contemporary Israeli painter Boris Shapiro. Their art inspired her book\, The Ceiling\, and a continuing mission to bring this rich Jewish heritage to life through storytelling\, historical preservation\, and creative experiences for a new generation.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/food-for-thought-how-art-connects-through-time-and-space/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Center for Healthy Longevity,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions,Sofia Davidson Collection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212146Z
CREATED:20260722T234853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212146Z
UID:10046448-1794481200-1794486600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:OMG\, Can You Believe?! (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present—and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nThursdays – 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19\, 12/3 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Idit Solomon \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/omg-can-you-believe-melton-learning/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260911T212146Z
CREATED:20260722T234853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T212146Z
UID:10046449-1795086000-1795091400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:OMG\, Can You Believe?! (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present—and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nThursdays – 10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19\, 12/3 \nUse code PJCC99 to receive the subsidized $99 registration when you register. \nInstructor: Rabbi Idit Solomon \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/omg-can-you-believe-melton-learning/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes
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