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Mah Nishtanah: How Is This Moment in Israel Similar And Different From Others In Israel’s History? In this talk, Dr. Eva Gurevich analyzes the current war in Israel in relation to other momentous events in Israel’s history, such as pre-state riots, the 1967 and 1973 wars, and the Intifadas. This comparison will give us the […]
Presenters: Mark Feuerstein, Actor & Producer David Kohan, Creator & Executive Producer Moderator: Tina Rosenblum, J Leaders Board Chair “Being Jewish in Hollywood: Challenges, Chutzpah & Creativity” features renowned actor and producer Mark Feuerstein, known for his role as Dr. Hank Lawson in series like Royal Pains, and David Kohan, the brilliant creator and executive […]
Join us in studying Jewish stories that are as relevant to life today as they were when written 1,500 years ago. We will be reading short tales from the Talmud in English and use them to discuss what the Rabbis were trying to teach us about how to lead a meaningful and ethical life. No […]
Learn about the increasing challenge of being Jewish on college campuses since October 7th. Our guests will address antisemitism on college and university campuses, both nationally and locally. Guest speakers: Professor Marc Dollinger, Richard and Rhoda Goldman Chair in Jewish Studies and Social Responsibility, San Francisco State University Roger Feigelson, Executive Director, San Francisco Hillel […]
CyberWell is the first ever open database to monitor online antisemitism across major social media platforms. In this high-level briefing Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor, Founder & CEO and digital platforms expert, will share major trends and data insights on the state of online antisemitism, the hijacking of major social media platforms by Hamas on October 7 […]
Jewish wisdom provides a compassionate framework to cope with loss, helping both individuals and the community find solace and perspective. In this 6 week Melton course, we’ll explore questions like: Understanding Suffering: Why does suffering exist? Life After Death: What does Judaism say about the afterlife and messianic times? Afterlife Questions: Is there a heaven […]
As part of our ongoing education about Israel, PTS welcomes Daniel Sokatch, author of Can We Talk About Israel?: A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted, for a Q&A style interview with Rabbi Feder. Daniel is the CEO of the New Israel Fund and previously served as CEO of the Jewish Community Federation. Reception […]
At the age of twenty-seven, alone in Jerusalem in the wake of a painful divorce, Ilana Kurshan joined the world’s largest book club, learning daf yomi, Hebrew for “daily page” of the Talmud, a book of rabbinic teachings spanning about six hundred years. Her story is a tale of heartache and humor, of love and loss, […]
Presented by Batya DaleThursdays, 10:15–11:30 AM Our days unfold in ways that inspire insights and raise questions about life’s most profound themes: change, identity, love, loss, trust, and commitment. Join us in this engaging series as we weave celebratory curiosity, courage, and kavannah (intention) into our exploration of these universal themes. Through a blend […]
The North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration PresentsRabbis’ Roundtable A Conversation withOur Community ClergyFree | Open to All ThursdaySeptember 5, 2024 Wornick Jewish Day School800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City6:30 pmSocializing over light appetizersin the Rose Lent Rose Garden, hostedby the PJCC Development Committee7:15 pmProgram commences inside the Ulam Gadol Advance registration required; register here.
Presented by Batya DaleThursdays, 10:15–11:30 AM Our days unfold in ways that inspire insights and raise questions about life’s most profound themes: change, identity, love, loss, trust, and commitment. Join us in this engaging series as we weave celebratory curiosity, courage, and kavannah (intention) into our exploration of these universal themes. Through a blend […]
Get ready for Rosh Hashana (Jewish New Year) by baking an apple pastry while chatting with Rabbi Laurie Matzkin about the High Holidays. The 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 […]
