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We mourn the passing of Shimon Peres;
a visionary and extraordinary leader.
May his memory be a blessing for all time.
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Table of Contents
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Hillel Events
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Rosh Hashanah Shabbat
When: September 30 @ 7pm
Where: Hillel House
Come celebrate the last Shabbat before Rosh Hashana where we can all wish each other a sweet new year!
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When: October 5 @ 5pm
Where: Hillel House
Rosh Hashanah may be over, but the celebrations are not! We're going to go over New Year's resolutions (how are you going to make this a sweet new year?), the point of the Ten Days of Repentance, and what Yom Kippur is all about.
Come participate in personal growth, deep introspection, and--best of all--apples and honey!
By the way, if you've heard of 10Q by Reboot, you'll recognize parts of this event.
RSVP ON FACEBOOK!
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When: October 13 @ 10am-6pm
Where: Hillel House
In order to celebrate the chagim, Hillel is hosting a community art project. Come at any time between 10 and 6 on October 13 to participate! Every person will get two canvases, and all of the canvases will be put together to create one large picture in honor of Simchat Torah.
Participants will be asked to draw inspiration from concepts introduced in the first two chapters of Edgar Bronfman's Why Be Jewish. The first chapter focuses on the idea of "godliness" as opposed to God as a figure, and the second chapter focuses on question God and His/Her/Their choices. Copies of these chapter will be given out as resources. A link to a PDF copy will be available on this page a few days before the event, and physical copies will be available day of.
Learn more about the book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Why-Jewish-Testament-Edgar-Bronfman/dp/1455562890
The unveiling of the final product will be on October 20, time TBD, and we will use this time to learn about and celebrate Simchat Torah.
Questions? Message
Maya Jacobson Hillel SV
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PLEASE RSVP so we can provide enough art supplies!!
RSVP ON FACEBOOK!
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When: October 27 @ 7pm
Where: Hillel House
(Hosted by SJSU JSU)
Join us at Camp JSU where we'll sit around the fire, roast marshmallows, and share Jewish stories. We'll laugh, we'll cry, and-in true camp spirit-someone will be gently playing guitar.
We're looking forward to making s'more friends! Please RSVP so we have enough marshmallows, hot cider, and cocoa for you.
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When: October 2 @ 4pm
Where: Hillel House
Calling all women of Hillel! Ring in the month of Cheshvan* with an evening of sisterhood bonding and making preserved lemons.
I could write an entire essay about why preserved lemons are the greatest thing on earth, but it's just easier for you to see for yourself.
*Rosh Chodesh, the beginning of the month, is a time when women are meant to refrain from work. Many women take this time to be together. Cheshvan is a month with no holidays, and is a time to appreciate the average day.
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Mitzvah Corner
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Help for Hungry Students
Martha's Kitchen has the capacity to feed students that need a hot meal, offer a study area and free wi-fi. They will also offer a to-go meal for students when they leave the facility if they need it. They are ready now. Martha's Kitchen is located at 311 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95112 (next to Sacred Heart Parish) - approx. 1 ½ mileages southwest of campus. Students must show their SJSU student ID card.
The hours that students will be allowed to use the facilities are: M, TH, F - 6am-2pm and T, W - 6am-5pm.
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Sponsor a Shabbat Dinner!
Shabbat Dinner is the cornerstone of Jewish life at Hillel of Silicon Valley, and we rely on the support of our wonderful community to provide Shabbat Dinner every Friday night to our five campuses.
Available Dates:
Nov. 18
Dec. 16
Jan. 27
April 7, 21, 28
May 12
Cost is anywhere from $200-400 (depending on the menu). If you are interested, or have any questions, please contact our Assistant Director, Shifra Elman at Selman@hillelsv.org.
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Mentor a Student
We are looking for members of the community to help mentor our students - in career advice, for tutoring, and other fields. If you have networking opportunities; or are skilled in math, science, programming, engineering, writing, creating cover letters, or building resumes, please contact Shifra at Selman@hillelsv.org.
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Educational Trips
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Know about a cool trip our students can take?
Email Shifra Elman at Selman@Hillelsv.org
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Internships, Jobs, and Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMER MARKETING INTERN
Position Description:
The Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival is seeking a college-level summer intern to assist the Executive Director and marketing committee in a variety of marketing, outreach and social media areas that will promote the Fall film festival.
Responsibilities will include (but not limited to) assisting in sponsor identification and solicitation, enhancing the festival's visibility on social media (facebook, twitter, etc.), coordinating synagogue outreach and researching promotional opportunities for the film festival.
This position will require a commitment of 15 to 20 hours per week. Start date is flexible. A small stipend will be provided.
Minimum Requirements:
* Marketing/Advertising/Communications background preferred
* Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Must have excellent interpersonal skills and follow- up skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* A passion for film
* Desire to help build Jewish community
To apply, please send your resume to: Tzvia Shelef, Executive Director. E-mail address:
tzvia@svjff.org
About the SVJFF:
We are a volunteer organization located in Silicon Valley, known around the globe for its technological clout. The Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival has been promoting cultural diversity by providing opportunities to the Silicon Valley community to expand their knowledge of film that focuses on Jewish themes and cultures for over twenty years. The annual festival will be held October 27- November 20, 2016. Movies will be shown in San Jose and Palo Alto locations.
Visit svjff.org for more information.
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Hillel Interns Wanted!
Interested in helping Hillel of Silicon Valley? Want to have a chance to create great events, meet amazing people, and even make a little money? Apply to be an intern! For more information, contact Shifra Elman at selman@hillelsv.org.
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In the Community
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High Holiday Services for Students
Various congregations in the area are offering free or reduced price tickets so students can come to High Holiday Services. Some synagogues require advanced notice. For more information on specific services, contact the synagogue.
Temple Emanuel
All students are invited to join us for High Holy Days services free of charge. They need only present their student ID. We are once again holding services at the Heritage Theatre in Campbell (1 West Campbell Ave.) and detailed information about our services can be found at
https://templesanjose.org/content/high-holy-days.
Congregation Sinai
Bay Area residents who have not previously attended High Holiday Services with Congregation Sinai can get free tickets for Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur
Congregation Beth David
All community members are welcome to come to High Holiday services for free
Congregation Shir Hadash
Students with active IDs can come to services for free, no need to register in advance. Servises will be held at LDS Stake Church. Free live streaming is also available.
Congregation Kol Emeth
Discounted tickets ($36) available for young adults under 36
Congregation Beth Am
Free tickets available for students, please contact in advance. Free live streaming also available.
Peninsula Temple Beth El
Free live streaming available.
Congregation Am Echad
Possibly is offering free tickets for students, please contact the synagogue.
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Have something you'd like to add to the newsletter? Email Shifra Elman at Selman@Hillelsv.org
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