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SUMMARY:Hanukkah Candle Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the PJCC lobby each evening\, as we come together to light the hanukkiah (special menorah with 8 branches used for Hanukkah) and share in the warmth\, light\, and joy of the season. \nHanukkah\, the Festival of Lights\, celebrates the miracle of the oil that burned for eight days in the rededicated Temple in Jerusalem. It’s a time to bring light into the darkness\, celebrate resilience\, and gather in the community. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to come together\, sing songs\, and share the joy of this special holiday. Whether you join us for one night or all eight\, your presence will make our celebration shine even brighter. \nView all of our Hanukkah events here.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/hanukkah-candle-lighting/
LOCATION:PJCC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Hanukkah,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T113000
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SUMMARY:Hanukkah Party with Isaac Zones
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Hanukkah with themed activities and music with Isaac Zones at The Reading Bug! This event is geared toward families with children 3-5 years old. \nCo-Sponsors: Wornick Jewish Day School and PJ Library \n\nRegistration Required \nLocation: The Reading Bug\, San Carlos
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/hanukkah-happenings-hanukkah-party-with-isaac-zones/
CATEGORIES:Hanukkah,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life,PJ Library,Youth & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T131500
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DTSTAMP:20260324T231731Z
CREATED:20250730T022733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T231731Z
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Get some fresh air with new friends and a dash of Jewish teaching. Special guest\, yoga instructor Debi Bohmerwald\, will lead the group with some gentle stretches as we walk together along the Foster City lagoon path. We walk at a pace fast enough to feel vibrant but slow enough to include most mobility levels.  \n\nDates: Mondays: 11/10\, 12/8\, 1/12\, 2/9 \nLocation: Meet at the PJCC Entrance \nRegistration appreciated. Please email jewishlife@pjcc.org.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/wellbeing-walk/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:PJCC Main Entrance
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,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:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251121T120000
DTSTAMP:20251113T212248Z
CREATED:20250919T232329Z
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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: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:20251110T131500
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DTSTAMP:20260324T231731Z
CREATED:20250730T022733Z
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Get some fresh air with new friends and a dash of Jewish teaching. Special guest\, yoga instructor Debi Bohmerwald\, will lead the group with some gentle stretches as we walk together along the Foster City lagoon path. We walk at a pace fast enough to feel vibrant but slow enough to include most mobility levels.  \n\nDates: Mondays: 11/10\, 12/8\, 1/12\, 2/9 \nLocation: Meet at the PJCC Entrance \nRegistration appreciated. Please email jewishlife@pjcc.org.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/wellbeing-walk/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:PJCC Main Entrance
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,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
UID:10024898-1762457400-1762462800@pjcc.org
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:20251106T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T141500
DTSTAMP:20251106T191352Z
CREATED:20250920T065348Z
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UID:10024897-1762435800-1762438500@pjcc.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T133000
DTSTAMP:20251105T235500Z
CREATED:20251010T033430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T235500Z
UID:10023846-1762430400-1762435800@pjcc.org
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:20251105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T210000
DTSTAMP:20251105T235735Z
CREATED:20250920T065109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T235735Z
UID:10023847-1762371000-1762376400@pjcc.org
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:20251105T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T060000
DTSTAMP:20251104T053438Z
CREATED:20250920T064956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T053438Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T050000
DTSTAMP:20250918T011316Z
CREATED:20250808T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T011316Z
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SUMMARY:Babies & Bagels
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Babies & Bagels\, a welcoming playgroup where little ones (0-3 years) and their grown-ups can enjoy songs\, stories\, and playtime—while parents and caregivers connect over bagels and great conversation. Hosted by PJ Library North Peninsula Parent Connector\, Natalie Connell. \nCome for the fun\, stay for the bagels! \n\nRSVP to NConnell@pjcc.org by the Friday morning before each session with the number of attendees and child’s age. \nLocation: PJCC J Care Room \nDates – 9/28\, 10/26\, 11/23
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/babies-bagels/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:PJCC J Care Room
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,PJ Library,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T131500
DTSTAMP:20260324T231731Z
CREATED:20250730T022733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T231731Z
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Get some fresh air with new friends and a dash of Jewish teaching. Special guest\, yoga instructor Debi Bohmerwald\, will lead the group with some gentle stretches as we walk together along the Foster City lagoon path. We walk at a pace fast enough to feel vibrant but slow enough to include most mobility levels.  \n\nDates: Mondays: 11/10\, 12/8\, 1/12\, 2/9 \nLocation: Meet at the PJCC Entrance \nRegistration appreciated. Please email jewishlife@pjcc.org.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/wellbeing-walk/2025-10-20/
LOCATION:PJCC Main Entrance
CATEGORIES:Adult,Center for Healthy Longevity,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T140000
DTSTAMP:20251008T235326Z
CREATED:20250913T045814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T235326Z
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SUMMARY:October 7th Commemoration: From Trauma to Resilience — Community Leadership After Tragedy
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration for a gathering to honor the impact of October 7. \nThis will be a special evening with Dr. Sarale Shadmi-Wortman\, founder and CEO of the Varda Institute. Drawing on her direct experience with the Hostage Forum and communities across Israel\, Dr. Shadmi-Wortman will share how families and communities are finding strength\, rebuilding\, and leading in the aftermath of tragedy. \nElements of ritual such as song and prayer will frame the evening at the beginning and end of the presentation. \nOptional donation of $18 to the Varda Institute will be welcomed; QR code given at the event. \nCosponsors: Peninsula Sinai Congregation\, PJCC\, North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration\, Wornick Jewish Day School \n\nLocation: Peninsula Sinai Congregation (499 Boothbay Avenue Foster City\, CA 94404) \nCost: Free (Optional Donation of $18) \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/october-7th-commemoration-from-trauma-to-resilience-community-leadership-after-tragedy/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T110000
DTSTAMP:20251003T234322Z
CREATED:20250913T050049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T234322Z
UID:10023761-1760605200-1760612400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:יושבים ביחד שבעה “Yoshvim B’Yachad Shiva”
DESCRIPTION:Two years have passed since October 7\, 2023. Our Israeli community will come together to gather\, create\, and share presence. \n\nCreate a red or yellow poppy flower (kalaniyot) in memory\nParticipate in a writing workshop inspired by poetry\nEnjoy a Wissotzky tea station and elegant refreshments\nMeet with Hebrew–speaking therapists who will hold space for our range of thoughts and feelings.\n\nThis event is in Hebrew. \n\nLocation: PJCC Boardroom \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/%d7%99%d7%95%d7%a9%d7%91%d7%99%d7%9d-%d7%91%d7%99%d7%97%d7%93-%d7%a9%d7%91%d7%a2%d7%94-yoshvim-byachad-shiva/
LOCATION:PJCC Boardroom
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T070000
DTSTAMP:20251009T230435Z
CREATED:20251009T225937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T230435Z
UID:10024931-1760504400-1760511600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Get Up & Go/Beth El Senior Friendship Club: A Garden Gathering under the Sukkah
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! \nIn the spirits of Sukkot\, join us for a casual and relaxing gathering in the garden. Enjoy the beauty of the season and the warmth of good company. We’ll be serving delicious Seasonal Harvest soup prepared by Rafael (from Café at the J) to savor the flavors of fall. We look forward to celebrating with you! \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/get-up-go-beth-el-senior-friendship-club-a-garden-gathering-under-the-sukkah/
LOCATION:PJCC Hamlin Garden
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T040000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232313Z
CREATED:20250913T053258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232313Z
UID:10023730-1760493600-1760500800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: Breakfast Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Start your morning with connection in the sukkah! Enjoy a spread of breakfast treats and fresh coffee while getting to know fellow members and staff. It’s a casual and delicious way to say hello. \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nNo Registration Required.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-breakfast-member-mixer/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T093000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232430Z
CREATED:20250913T051517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232430Z
UID:10023729-1760342400-1760347800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: Welcoming the Stranger
DESCRIPTION:Learn from local volunteers how to help immigrants and refugees in the spirit of Sukkot and welcoming the stranger. Discover practical ways to make a positive impact in your community and foster a sense of belonging for those in need. \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-welcoming-the-stanger/
LOCATION:Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC)\, 800 Foster City Blvd\, Foster City\, CA\, 94404
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T110000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232452Z
CREATED:20250913T050925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232452Z
UID:10023732-1760173200-1760180400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: PJ Library Pajama Pizza Party
DESCRIPTION:Wear your coziest pajamas and join PJ Library friends for a festive Sukkot evening with crafts\, stories\, pizza dinner\, and a family-friendly Havdalah ceremony under the stars. \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nCost: $10/Family \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-pj-library-havdalah-and-storytime-in-the-sukkah/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,PJ Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T060000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232345Z
CREATED:20250913T052031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232345Z
UID:10023728-1760070600-1760076000@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: Lunch and Learn in the Sukkah with Rabbi Laurie
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and sit under the branches with us to learn about the secrets of the holiday. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as we delve into the rich traditions and stories that make this celebration unique. \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-lunch-and-learn-in-the-sukkah-with-rabbi-laurie/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T043000
DTSTAMP:20251001T062813Z
CREATED:20250913T051826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T062813Z
UID:10023724-1760065200-1760070600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: Fri-J
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Sukkot by joining us outside in the sukkah in the Hamlin Garden for some fall harvest treats.  \nOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month\, so we will also welcome Rabbi Zoe McCoon\, the Community Educator from Shalom Bayit\, the Bay Area’s Jewish center for domestic violence response and prevention.  \nTie a purple ribbon to the sukkah! \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-fri-j/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T040000
DTSTAMP:20251001T035100Z
CREATED:20250913T053727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T035100Z
UID:10023726-1759978800-1759982400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: PJCC Community Supporter Social
DESCRIPTION:Happening in the sukkah in appreciation of the generous support from PJCC Community Supporters who donate $180+ annually. Join us for a cozy morning enjoying honey cake\, coffee\, and apple cider. \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nFor questions or to RSVP\, please email development@pjcc.org
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-pjccs-community-supporter-social/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Fundraising,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T070000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232231Z
CREATED:20250913T053932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232231Z
UID:10023727-1759903200-1759906800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot: Sha'a Ivrit
DESCRIPTION:An hour of conversational Hebrew for non-native speakers. Join us for a light snack and a chance to practice your conversational skills. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced\, everyone is welcome to participate and improve their language abilities! \n\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden Sukkah \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/sukkot-shaa-ivrit/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T123000
DTSTAMP:20251003T232054Z
CREATED:20250913T045458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T232054Z
UID:10023763-1759660200-1759667400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Community Commemoration of October 7th
DESCRIPTION:As we approach the two year mark of the horrific October 7th\, we are still living it\, in our grief\, in our longing\, and in our fight to bring them home. \nThe event will feature a remembrance ceremony\, moving art installations\, and powerful photographic exhibits. Through personal stories\, creative expression\, and communal reflection\, we remember not only what was lost\, but also what still binds us: resilience\, solidarity\, and the belief in a future healed. \nThis is a space for memory. For togetherness. For holding each other\, and holding on. A space to honor those we lost on October 7th\, and to hope that ALL the hostages will be released soon!. \nThe event will be in English and will take place outdoors. \n  \nIn partnership with OFJCC and ICC  \nRSVP required \n\nLocation: Freidenrich Community Park at OFJCC\, Palo Alto \n 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/community-commemoration-ceremony-with-ofjcc/
CATEGORIES:Jewish Learning,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T050000
DTSTAMP:20250918T011316Z
CREATED:20250808T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T011316Z
UID:10023385-1759030200-1759035600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Babies & Bagels
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Babies & Bagels\, a welcoming playgroup where little ones (0-3 years) and their grown-ups can enjoy songs\, stories\, and playtime—while parents and caregivers connect over bagels and great conversation. Hosted by PJ Library North Peninsula Parent Connector\, Natalie Connell. \nCome for the fun\, stay for the bagels! \n\nRSVP to NConnell@pjcc.org by the Friday morning before each session with the number of attendees and child’s age. \nLocation: PJCC J Care Room \nDates – 9/28\, 10/26\, 11/23
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/babies-bagels/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:PJCC J Care Room
CATEGORIES:Jewish Life,PJ Library,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T050000
DTSTAMP:20250815T231840Z
CREATED:20250731T063114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T231840Z
UID:10023381-1758423600-1758430800@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:"Apples and Honey" Family Brunch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful\, hands-on family event to celebrate Rosh Hashanah! Hosted by PJCC and PJ Library\, this cozy garden brunch features crafts\, snacks\, music\, and meaningful holiday fun for young families. \nWhat to Expect: \n🎨 Decorate Rosh Hashanah crafts like wall hangings & tzedakah boxes\n🍯 Taste apples & local honeys\, with fun toppings for kids\n📸 Snap pics at our festive photo booth\n📚 Enjoy storytime\, music\, and open play\n🧺 Nosh on brunch favorites like mini bagels\, apple fritters & pomegranate salsa\n🎁 Leave with a sweet goodie bag (shofar toy\, honey sticks & more!) \nPerfect for families with children ages 1–8. Space is limited—register early!\nRegistration opens September 1st \n\nDate: Sunday\, September 21\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: PJCC Hamlin Garden\nCost: $10/family \n  \n \n  \n  \nRegistration opens Sept 1st.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/apples-and-honey-family-brunch-party/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Life,PJ Library,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T140000
DTSTAMP:20250903T231652Z
CREATED:20250815T071515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T231652Z
UID:10023403-1758112200-1758117600@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Digesting Grief: Love\, Loss & the New Year with Rabbi Chef Nissimmi
DESCRIPTION:As we enter a season of reflection\, Rabbi Nissimmi invites us into a brave conversation about love\, grief\, and holding memories through food. With moving stories from his post–October 7th work as a community rabbi and IDF Casualties Officer\, plus clips from his acclaimed TV series\, we’ll explore how meals can hold space for both heartbreak and healing. This evening will feed both heart and mind. \n  \n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 17 \nTime: 7:30 – 9:00 PM \nLocation: Congregation Beth Jacob (Redwood City) with North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration \nCost: Free \nThis event is for adults only. Questions? Contact Jewish Life at jewishlife@pjcc.org. 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/digesting-grief-love-loss-the-new-year-with-rabbi-chef-nissimmi/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,North Peninsula Jewish Collaboration,Rabbi Chef Nissimmi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T070000
DTSTAMP:20250816T062138Z
CREATED:20250815T230727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T062138Z
UID:10023402-1758088800-1758092400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Feasting on Joy: Tastes of the New Year with Get Up & Go
DESCRIPTION:From apples to black-eyed peas\, Rosh Hashanah foods vary across Jewish cultures. Join Nissimmi for an engaging exploration of edible symbols\, tasting your way through global Jewish traditions while reflecting on what these flavors teach us about resilience\, diversity\, and renewal. \n  \n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 17 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 PM \nLocation: PJCC Boardroom with Get Up & Go \nCost: Free \nQuestions? Contact Debi Bohmerwald at 650.378.2718 or dbohmerwald@pjcc.org.
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/tastes-of-the-new-year-senior-staff-program-with-rabbi-chef-nissimmi/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Rabbi Chef Nissimmi
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T043000
DTSTAMP:20250903T231829Z
CREATED:20250815T233203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T231829Z
UID:10023401-1758078000-1758083400@pjcc.org
SUMMARY:Eat & Greet: Edible Symbols of Rosh Hashanah with Rabbi Chef Nissimmi
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with meaning—and a bite! Rabbi Nissimmi will bring the flavors of Rosh Hashanah to life right in our PJCC lobby\, preparing symbolic holiday recipes with deep stories behind each taste. Drop by for delicious samples\, festive energy\, and a chance to meet this unique and inspiring guest. \n  \n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 17 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nLocation: PJCC Lobby \nCost: Free \nAll ages. No registration required. Questions? Contact Jewish Life at jewishlife@pjcc.org. 
URL:https://pjcc.org/event/eat-greet-edible-symbols-of-rosh-hashanah-with-rabbi-chef-nissimmi/
CATEGORIES:Holidays & Celebrations,Jewish Learning,Jewish Life,Rabbi Chef Nissimmi,Youth & Family
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