• Israel At War – A Pivotal Moment for The Middle East

    Avi Melamed’s lecture will provide a nuanced understanding of the Israel–Hamas war and its evolution since October 7. As a leading Arabic-speaking Israeli intelligence analyst, he offers valuable insights into the current situation and the factors shaping the future and possible resolution of the conflict. Providing clarity amidst chaos, Avi will surely deepen our knowledge […]

  • Biblical Women: Emerging from the Margins through Midrash (Melton Peninsula)

    Discover a captivating array of over a dozen biblical heroines, both familiar and lesser-known, as we explore classic and modern midrashic commentary. Delving into their lives and choices, this Melton course provides multiple perspectives on their roles in Jewish history and literature, portraying them as rich and complex characters. Taught By Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, PJCC […]

  • Israeli Dancing with Bronwyn Eisenberg

    Get ready to dance with Bay Area Israeli dance instructor Bronwyn Eisenberg! Whether you’re a novice or an advanced dancer, this class is for you. Each class will start with some basic steps, followed by one or two new dances. Then, we will have time for more experienced dancers to request their favorites. Each class […]

  • Lunch & Learn: What Talmud Stories Tell Us About Life with Aviv Siegel

    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 […]

  • Avi Melamed (Presentation in Hebrew)

    Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official and senior Arab affairs advisor, is a trilingual educator, analyst, and author specializing in contemporary Middle East geopolitics. He will be presenting to Israelis, in Hebrew, at a private home in Foster City. Contact jewishlife@pjcc.org for more details and the address.

  • Biblical Women: Emerging from the Margins through Midrash (Melton Peninsula)

    Discover a captivating array of over a dozen biblical heroines, both familiar and lesser-known, as we explore classic and modern midrashic commentary. Delving into their lives and choices, this Melton course provides multiple perspectives on their roles in Jewish history and literature, portraying them as rich and complex characters. Taught By Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, PJCC […]

  • Biblical Women: Emerging from the Margins through Midrash (Melton Peninsula)

    Discover a captivating array of over a dozen biblical heroines, both familiar and lesser-known, as we explore classic and modern midrashic commentary. Delving into their lives and choices, this Melton course provides multiple perspectives on their roles in Jewish history and literature, portraying them as rich and complex characters. Taught By Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, PJCC […]

  • Lunch & Learn: What Talmud Stories Tell Us About Life with Aviv Siegel

    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 […]

  • Biblical Women: Emerging from the Margins through Midrash (Melton Peninsula)

    Discover a captivating array of over a dozen biblical heroines, both familiar and lesser-known, as we explore classic and modern midrashic commentary. Delving into their lives and choices, this Melton course provides multiple perspectives on their roles in Jewish history and literature, portraying them as rich and complex characters. Taught By Rabbi Laurie Matzkin, PJCC […]

  • Israeli Dancing with Bronwyn Eisenberg

    Get ready to dance with Bay Area Israeli dance instructor Bronwyn Eisenberg! Whether you’re a novice or an advanced dancer, this class is for you. Each class will start with some basic steps, followed by one or two new dances. Then, we will have time for more experienced dancers to request their favorites. Each class […]

  • Lunch & Learn: What Talmud Stories Tell Us About Life with Aviv Siegel

    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 […]