February 9-10.  Begins with check-in at 5:00 PM.
We are thrilled to announce a fun and unique opportunity through our on-site Camp Retreat.  Our clergy, staff, and members of the Temple Emanu-El family will enjoy a wonderful weekend at our Temple. This retreat will be filled with camp-style opportunities for everyone. Whether you are part of a family with children or an adult without kids, this is an enriching time together with plenty of activities, including stimulating discussions, inspiring services, singing, schmoozing, eating, and relaxing. Get all the information here.

Saturday, February 10 at 9:00 AM
Temple Emanu-El presents a Shabbat experience geared towards families with children ages 1-30 months.  Little ones will enjoy a service full of Shabbat songs, Torah talk, and parachute play!  Kiddush, motzi, and a bagel oneg sponsored by Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood follows this fun-filled program.  What a great opportunity for parents of young children to meet and form groups- perhaps even life long friendships- with their peers.  Everyone is welcome!

Wednesday, February 14 at 12:00 PM
Lights! Camera! Action! Join the Rabbi for a special Oscars Lunch and Learn, and bring your opinion!  Bring a sack lunch and join Rabbi Magat on the second Wednesday of each month to share in a stimulating discussion of recent events, political happenings, and other relevant topics related to current events. This Lunch and Learn session will focus on the 2018 Oscars.  This event is open to the community.

Worried that your little ones will squirm and make noise during services? No need to worry at Tot Shabbat!
Led by Rabbi Magat, families with young children will enjoy upbeat songs, a short story, and a talk with the Rabbi on the bimah during these brief services. The perfect way to introduce your little ones to the tradition of Friday nights. Following services, enjoy a delicious dinner provided by Sisterhood, of course at no charge!

Friday, February 16 at 7:00 PM

Temple Emanu-El's connection with the Scouting movement remains strong.  Scouts from the Congregation and around the South Bay are invited to attend a Shabbat service, coming in uniform.

Log in to your Temple account and follow the link to participate in the joyous Purim custom of sending Mishloach Manot (Purim gift bags full of goodies).  Click here to send today!    For more information on Purim, click here.  

Sunday, February 25 at 11:00 AM

Adult Megillah Reading and Study Session 

Wednesday, February 28 at 6:00 PM

Friday, February 23 at 6:30 PM

Brotherhood, the men's auxiliary at Temple Emanu-El leads a Shabbat service during the year. They have adapted a liturgy created by the Men of Reform Judaism, the national organization, adding their own selection of readings.

Brotherhood will be holding our annual paid up dinner.  We invite all Brotherhood members and their significant others to attend.  This year we will be enjoying an expertly prepared New Orleans Style New York Strip Roast, Baked Potato, Brussel Sprouts, Dessert and Wine all included with your Brotherhood membership.  

This event is free for members of Brotherhood and their significant other.

If you haven't joined Brotherhood - it is not too late! Join Here!  

While the event is free we still need to assure we have enough food so please register here or call Roy Vogler at 408-761-3525 to confirm your seat(s).

We have a new young adult member who just moved to San Jose and is looking for a room to rent. If you are interested, please contact the Temple office at admin@templesanjose.org.

Saturday, February 17 at 8:00 PM
Rain tells hilarious and heart-wrenching stories of growing up Black and Jewish in Beverly Hills. Her father was comic genius Richard Pryor, and her Jewish mother was a go-go dancer turned Astronomer! Funny, Compelling, Outstanding! Adult themes and language.
Tickets are $40 and available here.  Held at School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, Ca 95116.