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SUMMARY:Jewish Journeys: Collective Memories through Place & Time (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a captivating exploration of Jewish history and culture\, as we delve into the power of collective memory. This six-part course will take you on a journey through time and space\, examining how our shared past shapes our present and future.  \nThis course is offered in partnership with the Melton school and is taught by Dr. Eva Gurevich. Dr. Gurevich earned her doctorate from Brandeis University with specialties in Israel studies\, modern Jewish history\, and Hebrew literature. \nMondays – 9/29\, 10/6\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 10/27\, 11/3 \nUse code PJCC99 when you register. \nInstructor: Dr. Eva Gurevich \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/jewish-journeys-collective-memories-through-place-time/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes,Virtual Programs
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CREATED:20251029T235716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T060001Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club: The Length of a String by Elissa Brent Weissman
DESCRIPTION:A twelve-year-old Imani\, the only black girl in Hebrew school\, is preparing for her bat mitzvah and hoping to find her birthparents when she discovers the history of adoption in her own family through her great-grandma Anna’s Holocaust-era diary. \n\nNo Registration Required \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/book-club-the-length-of-a-string-by-elissa-brent-weissman/
LOCATION:PJCC Classroom D
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T053000
DTSTAMP:20260423T235020Z
CREATED:20250726T035025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T235020Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Journeys: Collective Memories through Place & Time (Melton Learning)
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a captivating exploration of Jewish history and culture\, as we delve into the power of collective memory. This six-part course will take you on a journey through time and space\, examining how our shared past shapes our present and future.  \nThis course is offered in partnership with the Melton school and is taught by Dr. Eva Gurevich. Dr. Gurevich earned her doctorate from Brandeis University with specialties in Israel studies\, modern Jewish history\, and Hebrew literature. \nMondays – 9/29\, 10/6\, 10/13\, 10/20\, 10/27\, 11/3 \nUse code PJCC99 when you register. \nInstructor: Dr. Eva Gurevich \n\nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Conference Room A & Virtual \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/jewish-journeys-collective-memories-through-place-time/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions,Melton School Classes,Virtual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T070000
DTSTAMP:20251030T004115Z
CREATED:20250822T232828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T004115Z
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SUMMARY:Food For Thought: The Enemies of Peace are the Enemies of Art
DESCRIPTION:Culture is a battlefield. In this impassioned address\, Chama exposes how extremists weaponize art\, music\, and storytelling\, or seek to erase them altogether in the Middle East and how they’re already censoring censor art in America in an assault on the fundamental values of pluralism and freedom of religion. She issues a rallying cry for artists\, creatives\, and cultural diplomats to reclaim artistic spaces for Jewish resistance and rehumanization. \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule. \n\nInstructor: Chama Mechtaly \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/food-for-thought-the-enemies-of-peace-are-the-enemies-of-art/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T060000
DTSTAMP:20251104T053438Z
CREATED:20250920T064956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T053438Z
UID:10023837-1762318800-1762322400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: Textiles Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive textile workshop. This event is a unique opportunity to explore international and Middle Eastern art\, celebrating the rich tapestry of cultural identities. \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule. \n\nInstructor: Chama Mechtaly \nLocation: Hybrid – PJCC Boardroom & Virtual
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-textiles-art-workshop/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T210000
DTSTAMP:20251105T235735Z
CREATED:20250920T065109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T235735Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish Indigeneity: Belonging and the Battle Against Erasure
DESCRIPTION:The Jewish people are not outsiders in the Middle East; they are one of its oldest Indigenous civilizations. In this paradigm-shifting talk\, Chama Mechtaly challenges the colonial narrative that casts Jews as foreigners\, exposing how Islamist ideologies have weaponized decolonial language to erase Indigenous minorities; Jews\, Amazigh\, Kurds\, Copts\, Yazidis… and proposes a new solidarity framework for reclaiming ancestral roots and restoring the region’s future. \nMeet the artist over Moroccan tea starting at 7:15 PM \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/jewish-indigeneity-belonging-and-the-battle-against-erasure/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T133000
DTSTAMP:20251105T235500Z
CREATED:20251010T033430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T235500Z
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SUMMARY:Chai Society Lunch: The Feminine Reclaimed - Art\, Identity & Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Extremists fear the feminine for a reason. This talk explores how beauty rituals\, sacred storytelling\, and ancestral femininity are tools of spiritual resistance against radical ideologies. Chama reclaims the feminine not as fragility\, but as a force for wholeness\, healing\, and civilizational renewal. \n  \n*This event is by invitation only. PJCC Chai Society begins at $1\,800 donation.  \nTo learn more about PJCC’s Legacy Society\, contact development@pjcc.org or 650.378.2690. \n  \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule. \n\nLocation: PJCC Boardroom
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/chai-society-lunch-the-feminine-reclaimed-art-identity-resistance/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T141500
DTSTAMP:20251106T191352Z
CREATED:20250920T065348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T191352Z
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SUMMARY:Chama Mechtaly | Gallery Tour and Meet the Artist
DESCRIPTION:Step into the vibrant world of Moroccan-born artist\, educator\, and cultural strategist Chama Mechtaly. Join her for a guided tour of PJCC’s fall gallery exhibition\, where she’ll share insights into her multimedia work that bridges heritage\, identity\, and resilience. \nThis is a unique opportunity to connect with the artist behind PJCC’s powerful fall gallery installation. \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule. \n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/meet-the-artist-pop-up-in-the-lobby/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T210000
DTSTAMP:20251106T191436Z
CREATED:20250920T065917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T191436Z
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SUMMARY:The New Middle East: Investing in Deradicalization\, Protecting Civilization
DESCRIPTION:What if the real battleground isn’t just geopolitics\, but meaning? In this talk\, Chama presents a bold framework for narrative deradicalization\, where policy is only as powerful as the stories we tell. Drawing on cultural memory\, identity\, and the Emma Lazarus Institute’s summits for deradicalization\, she invites a reimagining of the Middle East as a space not of collapse\, but of the next civilizational renaissance. \nDrinks and dessert will be available for purchase  \nCo-sponsored with Malka Productions\, Jimena\,  and StandWithUs Northern California \nClick here to learn more about Chama’s work and see the full event schedule. \n \n\nLocation: Chez Nous Cafe in Redwood City
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/the-new-middle-east-investing-in-deradicalization-protecting-civilization/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Chama Mechtaly,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20251106T194016Z
CREATED:20251023T225549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T194016Z
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SUMMARY:Israel and the Media: Is the World Against Us? - Gil Hoffman
DESCRIPTION:Gil Hoffman is the executive director of HonestReporting\, which fights for Israel in the international mainstream and social media; a lecturer on political strategy at Israel’s College of Management and served for 24 years as chief political columnist. The Algemeiner website recently named him one of the top 100 people positively influencing Jewish life\, alongside presidents\, prime ministers and Jewish leaders. He was raised in Chicago\, graduated magnum cum laude from Northwestern University’s School of Journalism\, and served in the IDF as Spokesperson’s Unit. He’s lectured in all major English-speaking countries in the world more than half the Canadian provinces and recently made history in Hawaii by becoming the first Israel speaker to have lectured in all 50 states. He lives with his family in Jerusalem. \n\nLocation: PJCC Boardroom \nPresenter: Gil Hoffman
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/israel-and-the-media-is-the-world-against-us-gil-hoffman/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251121T120000
DTSTAMP:20251113T212248Z
CREATED:20250919T232329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T212248Z
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SUMMARY:Fri-J: Tzedakah
DESCRIPTION:This Friday\, join us for an enlightening session where members of our Development team will guide us through an exploration of the Jewish value of Tzedakah. Tzedakah encompasses the principles of charity\, giving\, and social justice\, and is a cornerstone of Jewish ethical teachings. During this session\, we will delve into the significance of Tzedakah\, understanding how it inspires acts of kindness and generosity\, and how it plays a vital role in fostering a just and compassionate society. \nAs a token of our appreciation for your participation\, we have prepared a special gift for you. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow together as a community. \n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/fri-j-tzedakah/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T172819Z
CREATED:20251114T010021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T172819Z
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SUMMARY:Latkepalooza 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Latkepalooza is back and featuring all sorts of fun events for you and your whole family! Don’t miss out on this incredible celebration of culture\, community & Hanukkah cheer! \nThe event features: \n\nA Performance by PJCC Rock Music Players | 3:00 PM\nCoffeehouse Spoken Word with Vanessa Hidary | 3:30 PM & 4:30 PM (Ages 16+)\nPJ Library Hanukkah Stories with Rabbi Laurie | 3:45 PM\nA Family Music Show with Melita Silberstein | 4:00 PM\n\nAnd the fun doesn’t stop there — explore our Community Art Project\, Hanukkah Gift Marketplace\, arts and crafts\, games\, bounce house\, delicious latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (donut holes)\, festive photo booth\, and multi-generational activities. \n\nCost: Free | Open to All
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/latkepalooza-2025/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Adult,Games,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20251203T172912Z
CREATED:20251106T201401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T172912Z
UID:10032850-1765288800-1765292400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Jews\, Schmaltz\, and Crisco in the Age of Industrial Food
DESCRIPTION:Crisco has been marketed to Jews as “truly clean and truly kosher.” In the early twentieth century\, Procter & Gamble conducted a series of advertising campaigns to convince Jewish women to change their preferred cooking fats from butter and schmaltz (rendered poultry fat) to Crisco. The success of this early example of targeted marketing reveals how American Jews have changed as religious practitioners and as consumers. Jewish home cooks\, generally women\, were persuaded to relinquish authority to corporate experts not only in matters of cuisine and health\, but also in religious practices related to food production and consumption. Examining Crisco’s targeted advertising to Jews helps us consider who is\, and who should be\, an authority in the modern Jewish kitchen. \nRachel B. Gross is a Professor of American Jewish Studies at San Francisco State University. She is a scholar of religious studies whose work focuses on the lives\, spaces\, and objects of twentieth-century and contemporary American Jews. Dr. Gross received her Ph.D. from Princeton University.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/food-for-thought-jews-schmaltz-and-crisco-in-the-age-of-industrial-food/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T040000
DTSTAMP:20251126T174645Z
CREATED:20251126T174611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T174645Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club: The Secret War Of Julia Child by Diana R. Chambers
DESCRIPTION:The book follows the life of Julia Child\, tracing her unexpected path during World War II as she became involved in the secret intelligence world in Asia\, an experience that helped shape the remarkable journey she would later become known for. \nThis session will be led by Sheila Lederer. \n\nNo Registration Required \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/book-club-the-secret-war-of-julia-child-by-diana-r-chambers/
LOCATION:PJCC Classroom D
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T175846Z
CREATED:20251204T234635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175846Z
UID:10036801-1767870000-1767875400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Journeys Through Jewish Music
DESCRIPTION:From sacred text cantillation to symphonic overtures to Israeli hip-hop\, Jewish music has continually reinvented itself across time and place. Like all things Jewish\, our musical landscape has evolved in dynamic conversation with the host cultures of the Diaspora. Join Rabbi Laurie for a deep dive into the delights\, surprises\, and spiritual power of Jewish music through the ages.  \nWhat to Expect \n\nExploration of the spiritual and cultural foundations of Jewish musical traditions\nInsight into how Jewish music adapts to and transforms surrounding cultures\nListening sessions\, stories\, and historical context across time and place\nThoughtful discussion in a welcoming\, accessible environment—no background needed\n\nRabbi Laurie Matzkin: Now in her fourth year as PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer\, Rabbi Laurie brings together her training in Classical Music (Flute Performance) and Jewish Studies from Indiana University. Her work centers on revealing the deep interplay between music and Judaism and sharing the remarkable—often hidden—treasures of Jewish music with learners of all ages. \n\nSold Out
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/journeys-through-jewish-music/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T104000
DTSTAMP:20260121T174846Z
CREATED:20251210T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174846Z
UID:10036802-1768212000-1768214400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Learn Hebrew with Cafe Be'Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn Hebrew? Join our in-person class led virtually by a Cafe Be’Ivrit instructor in Israel. . You will practice reading\, speaking\, and comprehension in a supportive setting\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and build confidence. \nMini-series: 5 in-person group lessons\, each 40 minutes\, led virtually \nBonus: Includes 5 Open Sicha lessons at no additional cost \n\nCost: $150/student (5 weekly sessions)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/learn-hebrew-with-cafe-beivrit/2026-01-12/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T175846Z
CREATED:20251204T234635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175846Z
UID:10036796-1768474800-1768480200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Journeys Through Jewish Music
DESCRIPTION:From sacred text cantillation to symphonic overtures to Israeli hip-hop\, Jewish music has continually reinvented itself across time and place. Like all things Jewish\, our musical landscape has evolved in dynamic conversation with the host cultures of the Diaspora. Join Rabbi Laurie for a deep dive into the delights\, surprises\, and spiritual power of Jewish music through the ages.  \nWhat to Expect \n\nExploration of the spiritual and cultural foundations of Jewish musical traditions\nInsight into how Jewish music adapts to and transforms surrounding cultures\nListening sessions\, stories\, and historical context across time and place\nThoughtful discussion in a welcoming\, accessible environment—no background needed\n\nRabbi Laurie Matzkin: Now in her fourth year as PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer\, Rabbi Laurie brings together her training in Classical Music (Flute Performance) and Jewish Studies from Indiana University. Her work centers on revealing the deep interplay between music and Judaism and sharing the remarkable—often hidden—treasures of Jewish music with learners of all ages. \n\nSold Out
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/journeys-through-jewish-music/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T175846Z
CREATED:20251204T234635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175846Z
UID:10036797-1769079600-1769085000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Journeys Through Jewish Music
DESCRIPTION:From sacred text cantillation to symphonic overtures to Israeli hip-hop\, Jewish music has continually reinvented itself across time and place. Like all things Jewish\, our musical landscape has evolved in dynamic conversation with the host cultures of the Diaspora. Join Rabbi Laurie for a deep dive into the delights\, surprises\, and spiritual power of Jewish music through the ages.  \nWhat to Expect \n\nExploration of the spiritual and cultural foundations of Jewish musical traditions\nInsight into how Jewish music adapts to and transforms surrounding cultures\nListening sessions\, stories\, and historical context across time and place\nThoughtful discussion in a welcoming\, accessible environment—no background needed\n\nRabbi Laurie Matzkin: Now in her fourth year as PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer\, Rabbi Laurie brings together her training in Classical Music (Flute Performance) and Jewish Studies from Indiana University. Her work centers on revealing the deep interplay between music and Judaism and sharing the remarkable—often hidden—treasures of Jewish music with learners of all ages. \n\nSold Out
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/journeys-through-jewish-music/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T183000
DTSTAMP:20260114T211635Z
CREATED:20260114T211635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T211635Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Artist in Residence at Peninsula Temple Sholom
DESCRIPTION:Joe Buchanan’s visit is a rare chance to experience a nationally touring Jewish country artist whose music is coming to Peninsula Temple Sholom for one special weekend. Texas born and southern raised\, Joe writes country songs shaped by Torah\, personal struggle\, and a meaningful family journey that began when his wife shared that she was Jewish. His work blends Jewish prayer and ideas with the feel of classic Americana\, creating music that speaks to many listeners. Share with the music lovers in your life because this is a weekend meant to be experienced as one continuous whole\, each moment building on the next. Dust off your jeans and boots. We cannot wait to welcome you for a weekend that sings. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit https://www.sholom.org/joebuchanan \n\nDates: January 23 – January 25
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/musical-artist-in-residence-at-peninsula-temple-sholom/
LOCATION:Peninsula Temple Sholom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T104000
DTSTAMP:20260121T174846Z
CREATED:20251210T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174846Z
UID:10036803-1769421600-1769424000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Learn Hebrew with Cafe Be'Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn Hebrew? Join our in-person class led virtually by a Cafe Be’Ivrit instructor in Israel. . You will practice reading\, speaking\, and comprehension in a supportive setting\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and build confidence. \nMini-series: 5 in-person group lessons\, each 40 minutes\, led virtually \nBonus: Includes 5 Open Sicha lessons at no additional cost \n\nCost: $150/student (5 weekly sessions)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/learn-hebrew-with-cafe-beivrit/2026-01-26/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260121T175846Z
CREATED:20251204T234635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175846Z
UID:10036798-1769684400-1769689800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Journeys Through Jewish Music
DESCRIPTION:From sacred text cantillation to symphonic overtures to Israeli hip-hop\, Jewish music has continually reinvented itself across time and place. Like all things Jewish\, our musical landscape has evolved in dynamic conversation with the host cultures of the Diaspora. Join Rabbi Laurie for a deep dive into the delights\, surprises\, and spiritual power of Jewish music through the ages.  \nWhat to Expect \n\nExploration of the spiritual and cultural foundations of Jewish musical traditions\nInsight into how Jewish music adapts to and transforms surrounding cultures\nListening sessions\, stories\, and historical context across time and place\nThoughtful discussion in a welcoming\, accessible environment—no background needed\n\nRabbi Laurie Matzkin: Now in her fourth year as PJCC’s Chief Jewish Experience Officer\, Rabbi Laurie brings together her training in Classical Music (Flute Performance) and Jewish Studies from Indiana University. Her work centers on revealing the deep interplay between music and Judaism and sharing the remarkable—often hidden—treasures of Jewish music with learners of all ages. \n\nSold Out
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/journeys-through-jewish-music/2026-01-29/
LOCATION:PJCC Conference Room A
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260121T203432Z
CREATED:20260121T203432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T203432Z
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SUMMARY:Tu B'Shvat Chef Demo
DESCRIPTION:Our Israeli friend Rabbi Chef Nissimmi is swinging by for a visit in honor of Tu B’Shvat! He’ll demo some deliciously interesting strawberry recipes as we celebrate fruit in the middle of winter. \n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/tu-bshvat-chef-demo/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Rabbi Chef Nissimmi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T123000
DTSTAMP:20251213T011910Z
CREATED:20251204T235402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T011910Z
UID:10036800-1769940000-1769949000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Tu B'Shvat Farm Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Laurie and friends in the beautiful hills of Los Gatos for an unforgettable morning of farm exploration\, hands-on learning\, and Jewish-themed fun in honor of the birthday of the trees\, Tu B’Shvat!  \nMa’alot Farms is cultivating a healthier world through sustainable farming\, regenerative practices\, and community-centered food systems. Founded by two local rabbis\, this 16-acre property includes fruit and nut tree orchards\, grazing herds of sheep\, goats\, chicken and other livestock\, berries\, vegetable gardens\, vineyards\, and pastureland. \nCo-sponsored by PJCC Jewish Life and ECE Parent Kesher Committee \nLearn more about Ma’alot Farms at https://maalotfarms.org/ \n\nLocation: Ma’alot Farms (Los Gatos) \nCost: $25/Family
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/tu-bshvat-farm-day/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T104000
DTSTAMP:20260121T174846Z
CREATED:20251210T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174846Z
UID:10036804-1770026400-1770028800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Learn Hebrew with Cafe Be'Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn Hebrew? Join our in-person class led virtually by a Cafe Be’Ivrit instructor in Israel. . You will practice reading\, speaking\, and comprehension in a supportive setting\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and build confidence. \nMini-series: 5 in-person group lessons\, each 40 minutes\, led virtually \nBonus: Includes 5 Open Sicha lessons at no additional cost \n\nCost: $150/student (5 weekly sessions)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/learn-hebrew-with-cafe-beivrit/2026-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pjcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Learn-Hebrew.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260128T193936Z
CREATED:20260117T001431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T193936Z
UID:10042889-1770210000-1770213600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Social Spark: Wisdom Tree
DESCRIPTION:Tu B’Shvat is a time to celebrate the beauty and abundance of the natural world and to reflect on our connection to the earth. It’s also an opportunity to share our wisdom and experiences with others\, leaving a lasting legacy of knowledge and inspiration. \nAs the trees awaken and the first blossoms appear\, we invite you to join us for a meaningful Tu B’Shvat celebration filled with reflection\, connection\, and new experiences. \nCo–facilitated by Adult and Jewish Life Departments.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/social-spark-wisdom-tree/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T104000
DTSTAMP:20260121T174846Z
CREATED:20251210T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174846Z
UID:10036805-1770631200-1770633600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Learn Hebrew with Cafe Be'Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn Hebrew? Join our in-person class led virtually by a Cafe Be’Ivrit instructor in Israel. . You will practice reading\, speaking\, and comprehension in a supportive setting\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and build confidence. \nMini-series: 5 in-person group lessons\, each 40 minutes\, led virtually \nBonus: Includes 5 Open Sicha lessons at no additional cost \n\nCost: $150/student (5 weekly sessions)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/learn-hebrew-with-cafe-beivrit/2026-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T151500
DTSTAMP:20260212T231816Z
CREATED:20251205T183225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T231816Z
UID:10036799-1771423200-1771427700@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Women: The Princess and the Queen
DESCRIPTION:Explore the spirituality and psychology of Rebbe Nachman’s “Lost Princess” story interwoven with the Purim story of Queen Esther. The story of exile\, initiation and transformative return is both deeply Jewish and widely universal. Learn how to draw on these ancient lessons of mindset through challenges in your own life. Come expecting interaction\, reflection\, and learning. Inspired by our spring Gallery exhibit. \nElan Divon is a Harvard-trained author\, speaker\, and founder of Divon Academy and ElevateU\, organizations that equip young people with the work\, life\, and leadership skills indispensable for success in an age of AI. He has trained thousands of professionals—from Fortune 500 teams to university students— and co-created high-impact projects like the Genius 100 Visions initiative; his human-development work has earned praise from leaders such as Larry Tanenbaum. A Jerusalem native\, Elan now serves as Director of Development at San Diego Hebrew Day School. \n\nVirtual Event \nRegistration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/a-tale-of-two-women-the-princess-and-the-queen/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions,Lost Princess
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LOCATION:https://pjcc.org/event/a-tale-of-two-women-the-princess-and-the-queen/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T104000
DTSTAMP:20260121T174846Z
CREATED:20251210T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174846Z
UID:10036806-1771840800-1771843200@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Learn Hebrew with Cafe Be'Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn Hebrew? Join our in-person class led virtually by a Cafe Be’Ivrit instructor in Israel. . You will practice reading\, speaking\, and comprehension in a supportive setting\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and build confidence. \nMini-series: 5 in-person group lessons\, each 40 minutes\, led virtually \nBonus: Includes 5 Open Sicha lessons at no additional cost \n\nCost: $150/student (5 weekly sessions)
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/learn-hebrew-with-cafe-beivrit/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lectures & Discussions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pjcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Learn-Hebrew.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260126T214940Z
CREATED:20251223T193745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T214940Z
UID:10042003-1772186400-1772193600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Fri-J: Purim
DESCRIPTION:Purim is a holiday of joy! We’ll sample some hamentasch (a traditional fruit-filled Purim cookie) and learn about the holiday. Join us for a special project inspired by the current PJCC art gallery exhibit\, with Kimberly Gordon\, Senior Director of Cultural Arts and Adult Programs. \n\nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/fri-j-purim/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Lost Princess
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T040000
DTSTAMP:20260128T193230Z
CREATED:20251126T175038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T193230Z
UID:10036760-1772418600-1772424000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Book Club: Fagin the Thief by Allison Epstein
DESCRIPTION: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 an early age. We trace his path into pickpocketing and the unfolding twists and turns of his life. \n\nThis session will be led by Marilyn Higuera. \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/book-club-fagin-the-thief-by-allison-epstein/
LOCATION:PJCC Classroom D
CATEGORIES:Adult,Arts & Culture,Jewish Learning,Lectures & Discussions
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