Book Club: Fagin the Thief by Allison Epstein
The book follows the story of Jacob Fagin, born into the Jewish enclave of Stepney after his father is executed for theft, and forced to navigate a harsh world from […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) From Me to We and Back Again: Reclaiming your Role in the Jewish People
PJCC Group Exercise Studio (GXS)An evening with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz Preceded by invitation-only Chai Society Dinner. To become a donor, visit pjcc.org/chai What does it really mean to […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Ethics & Appetizers: Altruism in the Age of Burnout
Private Location in San CarlosJoin us for an inspiring evening of conversation, connection, and ethical insight with renowned Jewish scholar and social-impact leader Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz at a private location in San Carlos.
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Speaking of Kidneys: Organ Donation in the Age of Biotech
PJCC BoardroomAn afternoon with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz This event will feature special guests Michele Solomon and Roxanne Cohen. Organ donation raises life-and-death questions that sit […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Hidden Costs: The Ethics Behind Everyday Purchases
Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CAAn evening with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz Shabbat sermon during services, followed by reception. Every purchase tells a story—but not always the one we see […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Pirkei Avot: Ancient Words, Modern Messages
Peninsula Sinai Congregation 499 Boothbay Avenue, Foster City, CAAn afternoon with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz Following Shabbat services and community luncheon. Timeless wisdom meets modern life in this fresh exploration of Pirkei Avot. […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Beyond Kosher: From Ethical Eating to Ethical Food Systems
Congregation Beth Jacob 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City, CAAn evening with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz Havdalah and dessert reception. Jewish food ethics go far beyond what’s on our plates. This session examines how […]
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(Scholar-in-Residence) Ethical Technology and Truth in Public Life
Peninsula Temple SholomAn morning with North Peninsula Scholar in Residence Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz This event will have a bagel brunch. Technology is reshaping how we access information, power, and truth itself. […]
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San Francisco 30th Anniversary Freedom Seder
The Freedom Seder tradition inspires us to build bridges, foster dialogue, and take meaningful action together as we confront the complex and enduring challenges facing our Bay Area community, grounded […]
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Silicon Valley 30th Anniversary Freedom Seder
The Freedom Seder tradition inspires us to build bridges, foster dialogue, and take meaningful action together as we confront the complex and enduring challenges facing our Bay Area community, grounded […]
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Miriam’s Seder
Peninsula Temple Beth El 1700 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CACelebrate the power of women in the Passover story at this inspiring pre-Seder gathering with Rabbi Lisa Kingston, Cantor Elana Jagoda, and Rabbi Laurie Matzkin—an evening of reflection, connection, and shared desserts honoring the women who shape our Jewish journeys.
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Let’s Talk About It: with SPECIAL GUEST AVI MELAMED of Inside the Middle East
Virtual EventSpecial Guest Avi Melamed will meet for a lively discussion about topical events.
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