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Annual Campaign
Erev Rosh Hashanah marked the beginning of our Annual Campaign.
So far, we have had 107 contributions to the Annual Campaign!
All gifts to the Annual Campaign at any level will be recognized in Connections and make a difference in the lives of your fellow congregants. Thank you for your support of our Temple and our community. You can also make a contribution by donating online here
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Friday, November 20
6:00 PM Tot Shabbat
6:30 PM Tot Shabbat Catered Dinner
7:00 PM Erev Brotherhood Shabbat Service
Saturday, November 21
9:00 AM Shabbat Morning Minyan
10:30 AM Bat Mitzvah of Sofia Olsen
Friday, November 27
6:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, December 4
6:15 PM Shabbatluck Dinner
7:00 PM Erev Shabbat Family Service
Saturday, December 5
9:00 AM Shabbat Morning Minyan
10:00 AM Tea & Torah
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Preschool Turkey Drive
Donations Accepted Until November 25
Temple Emanu-El Preschool is collecting Turkeys and Canned Foods now through November 25! Bring your donations to the Temple Administrative Office!
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Tot Shabbat
Friday, November 20 at 6:30 PM
These brief services geared for preschool aged children are led by Rabbi Dana Magat and Cantor Meeka Simerly and include blessings, songs, stories, and prayers in the sanctuary. Thanks to the generosity of our Sisterhood group,
a delicious, complimentary dinner is served after the service.
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Sisterhood Holiday Fair
Sunday, November 22 at 10:30 AM
Join Sisterhood for all your holiday shopping needs! There will be kids crafts, cookie decorating, a bake sale, and a jump house for the kids. Entrance to the Fair is FREE.
Lunch is provided by Temple Emanu-El Senior Youth Group with all proceeds benefiting EESY.
Participation in the kid's activities is $5 at the door or FREE with $10 boutique purchase.
Vendor spots are still available,
click here to sign up!
If you would like to volunteer to work the kid's activities, or help in any other way, please
sign up here.
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1st Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Tuesday, November 24 at 7:00 PM
Join different faith communities and leaders from around the Bay Area for the 1st Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service held at Stone Church of Willow Glen (
1108 Clark Way, San Jose). Attendees are encouraged to bring a canned food donation for Second Harvest. Gather together to give thanks!
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No Religious School
Wednesday, November 25
in observance of Thanksgiving.
Sunday, November 29
in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Temple Office Closed
Thursday, November 26- Friday, November 27
The Temple Administrative Office will be closed the Thursday and Friday of Thanksgiving Week in observance of the holiday. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, December 1
This year, on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, Temple Emanu-El is participating in #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving. Since its founding in 2012, #GivingTuesday has inspired giving around the world, resulting in greater donations, volunteer hours, and activities that bring about real change in communities. We invite you to join the movement and consider donating to the Temple Emanu-El Annual Campaign when giving back!
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Latkes & Laughs
Sunday, December 6 at 5:30 PM
Tickets are now available for Latkes & Laughs. Enjoy punchlines from amazing comedians and potato pancakes after we light the Menorah for the first night of Chanukah!
Tickets sold here.
NEW THIS YEAR: We will be offering child care for kids ages 2-12 during Latkes & Laughs. Light the Chanukiah as a family before the show starts, then enjoy the comedy show kid-free! Dinner will not be provided for child care, but latkes will be available for sale. 25/child and $20/additional child.
Sign ups for child care close November 30. Space is limited.
Contact Megan at [email protected] or 408-292-0939 to reserve your spot.
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Tea & Torah
Saturday, December 5 at 10:00 AM
The Tea and Torah program includes study of the week's Torah portion over tea and noshes. Utilized are commentaries reflecting a variety of perspectives, including URJ's Torah: A Women's Commentary. Open and welcome to all who would like to learn about the history, thought process, and fast evolving freedom of expression, from a contemporary Reform Judaism approach.
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Coat Drive
Donations Accepted until December 9
Consider helping a child or adult in need this winter season by donating a new or gently used coat. Socks, scarves, and hats are also accepted. Donations accepted at the Temple Administrative Office or Levy Family Campus (14855 Oka Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95032).
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Latke Competition
Friday, December 11 at 8:30 PM
Calling all chefs!! Think your latkes are the best? Enter the Temple Emanu-El Latke Competition after our Chanukah Extravaganza Shabbat. Sign up today at
[email protected] or 408-292-0939 and compete in the Traditional or Creative categories by bringing 3 dozen latkes on December 11!
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Embrace A Family
November 11-December 18
Each year JFS makes Hanukkah brighter for those in need. You can help us make this year special!
Pull a dreidel tag from any of our dreidel boards, purchase the item and return the gift and tag to Jewish Family Services: 14855 Oka Road, Suite 202, Los Gatos, CA 95032.
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Culture Grinds
Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 PM
Kehillah Jewish High School hosts a Jewish Arts and Coffee House event! Enjoy music, culture, discussion, and coffee. Musical Feature: Jewlia Eisenberg and Jeremiah Lockwood. 3900 Fabian Way, Palo Alto.
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Aging with Dignity Senior Summit
Friday, November 20 at 10:00 AM
Family Dynamics- Effective Communication for Difficult Times.
Mental Health and Aging- Awareness and Coping.
Hospice and Palliate Care- When to Seek Services.
Elder Abuse- Awareness and Protection.
Senior Advocacy- Get Informed & Get Involved.
Attend one or both days, $15 per day, lunch included. Held at Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley, 14855 Oka Road, Suite 202, Los Gatos, CA 95032.
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Fiddlers on the Stage: Ten Jewish Violinists
Monday, November 23 and 30 at 7:00 PM
The waves of Jewish immigration to the US and Israel in the 20th century brought many classically trained concert violinists who achieved fame. What were they like as child prodigies, and how did they make their way to Carnegie Hall and fame? Hear answers from 10 of the most noted Fiddlers on the Stage.
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Jewish Heritage Night at the San Jose Sharks
Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 PM
Enjoy Jewish Heritage Night at the SAP center during the San Jose Sharks vs. Tampa Bay Lightning. $45 Upper Section, $65 Lower Section. Price includes ticket, commemorative baseball cap, and donation to the Jewish community.
Click here for more information.
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Hooray for Hanukkah!
Sunday, December 6 at 12:00 PM
Music! Food! Crafts! Celebrate your own culture or learn about the cultural traditions of your neighbors. A CDM cultural celebration in partnership with Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley.
Adults and Children (Ages 1-59): $13
Seniors (Age 60+): $12
Museum Members and Infants under 1: Free
Bring a canned good donation for $1 off.
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose: 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110.
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Register for Camp!
Registration Opened October 12
Nearly 100% of campers say they have an awesome time at camp and want to go back the next year! Don't miss out, registration for URJ Camp Newman Summer 2016 began October 12. Don't miss your chance for fun this summer!
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