Temple Emanu-El Happenings
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Join Rabbi Magat for a new Torah segment called " A Bissel of Torah". This is an opportunity for a 2 minute Torah Study with Rabbi as we look at the Parasha of the week, and see how we can apply it to our life and learn any teachings. | |
For the safety of others, we are strongly recommending that all attendees wear a mask when not actively eating or drinking. | |
Important Upcoming Events
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🚧 Entering Temple During Construction 🚧
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EXCITING NEWS!
The Myrtle Street door is open again! We are happy to welcome all visitors and guests through the side door. Please be sure to use the buzzer next to the door to contact the office.
Please be aware that it is still an active construction zone, so be careful while walking around.
If you are attending services or events, please enter through the front doors on University Ave.
Questions? Contact us at admin@templesanjose.org
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Religious School Registration Now Open! |
EARLY BIRD NOW OPEN
We know it's graduation season, but NOW is the time to get the Early Bird prices for Religious School next year! We are excited to open our Religious School registration for 5783-5784.
We're have developed an enriching curriculum for everyone, Kindergarten through High School. We look forward to having your students join us again in the fall.
If you have any questions, please contact the Religious school at school@templesanjose.org.
Register, Check out the Calendar, and more here!
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TEPS Night at the SJ Giants Game |
Saturday // June 17th, 6:00pm // In Person
We can't wait to get out and do something as a Temple Emanu-El Preschool (TEPS) community again and a fundraiser with the SJ Giants will be a night to remember!! The game is at 5p.m. on June 17th and we have a section in the stands set aside for us! Please join your TEPS family and friends for a fun night of baseball.
Rabbi Magat will be throwing out the first pitch and Cantor Shafritz will be helping to lead everyone in "Take Me Out To The Ballgame"!
Support the Preschool & Buy Tickets Here
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Kabbalat Shabbat Patio Service On Our NEW Patio |
Friday // June 9th, 6:30pm // In Person & Streamed
We're excited to kick off our summer Patio Shabbat series TONIGHT on our BRAND NEW patio! Come check out all the upgrades since the start of the 20/20 Project, and be one of the first people to have Shabbat on the new patio. Join Rabbi Magat and Cantor Shafritz for this exciting service!
Check out the new patio here!
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Lunch & Learn - In Person Only |
Wednesday // June 14th, 12:30pm //
In Person
Grab your lunch, hop in the car, and come on down to Temple Emanu-EEl this afternoon. We'll all enjoy lunch together around the table as we talk through current social and political issues in our community.
Click here to spend lunch at Temple Emanu-El
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Thursday // June 15th, 7:00pm // Zoom
Are you a Jew by Choice or Thinking of Converting? Join us to ask questions, share triumphs and challenges, and continue to explore your journey with Judaism in a safe place. We recognize that the experiences of those who convert to Judaism are by no means monolithic and thus our sharing will lead to enriching conversations. All are welcome.
Spend time with us here!
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Thursday // June 15th, 7:00pm // Zoom
Love books? Come join us for our next Sefer Club session. We'll will be reading The Secret Chord. Find the Book on Amazon here. Peeling away the myth to bring David to life in Second Iron Age Israel, Brooks traces the arc of his journey from obscurity to fame, from shepherd to soldier, from hero to traitor, from beloved king to murderous despot and into his remorseful and diminished dotage.
Come chat with us here
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Wednesday // June 21st, 7:00pm // Zoom
Family treasures passed down generation to generation often tell a story of times past. This event will feature members of our congregation showing their family treasures and explaining how they help tell the history of their family.
Share your story here
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Shabbat in Nature - Camping Edition |
Saturday - Sunday // June 24 -25 // In person
Come join us for this very special, and first of it's kind, Shabbat in Nature Camping experience! We'll be spending the weekend in the woods at Portola Redwoods State Park, Saturday June 24 to Sunday June 25. Space is limited, so please register below.
Come Camp With Us Here
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Rose, White & Blue Parade |
Tuesday // July 4th // In person
Come join Rabbi Magat, Cantor Shafritz, and other members of your Temple Emanu-El Family as we march in the Rose, White & Blue Parade, around the Rose Garden Neighborhood. This is a great opportunity to show your Temple Emanu-El pride, while celebrating Independence Day with everyone.
If you have a classic car & would like to be included, email Oliver at oliver@templesanjose.org
Parade Details Here
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Are you looking for ways to get involved in the Temple Emanu-El family? Are you looking to do Mitzvah?
Opportunities including helping out on Friday afternoons to prepare the Oneg Platters for Shabbat Services.
If you want to help out, please email us and we pair you up with the perfect opportunity. Email us at admin@templesanjose.org to sign up
Please check date availability here
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Get Connected with your local Hillel |
Getting ready to go to college this fall?Going back to your university? We want to make sure that you are connected with the local Hillel near your University. This is a great way to meet other Jewish students and build a community.
More specifically for students who will be attending a college or university in the South Bay, contact Hillel Silicon Valley with your so that our staff and active students so that we can help connect them to Jewish life on our campuses. Contact Mitch at
408-775-7532 or at Mreitman@hillelsv.org.
Get Started Here
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Connecting & Mapping Jewish Life in Santa Clara Country - Survey |
Broader and Deeper Support for the Jewish Community. With full financial support from Chai House, Inc., Jewish Silicon Valley is conducting a community-wide study to produce a clearer understanding of the makeup and assets of the Jewish community in Santa Clara County.
Your input is vital to helping us understand communal needs and priorities. Complete the Survey & Enter to Win 1 out of 10 $100 Gift Cards!
Take the Survey Here!
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Holocaust/Tolerance Education Exhibit at Temple Emanu-El - Free Museum |
NOW OPEN INDEFINITELY!
We are excited to announce that the CHAIM exhibit now a temporary home at Temple Emanu-El.
The purpose of CHAIM is to teach about tolerance and empathy through the lens of the Holocaust. The CHAIM exhibit is appropriate for Jewish kids 5th grade and up, and non-Jews kids 7th and up. This is an important topic for our times.
More Info Here!
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Jewish Family And Children's Services: Dynamic, Interactive Parenting Classes and Workshops |
Get expert guidance concerning everything from behavior and temperament to discipline and limit-setting while connecting with other parents. Join our parent support groups, ongoing baby classes, and workshops on divorce and single parenting. Search by topic, location, or your child’s age group below.
Register Here
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Temple Emanu-El
1010 University Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
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Need help? Contact us!
(408) 292-0939
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