For the safety of others, we are strongly recommending that all attendees wear a mask when not actively eating or drinking.

Fri-Sun // March 17 - 19th //

In Person

Join with Rabbi Magat and Cantor Shafritz, and Education Director Phil Hankin, RJE, and other TEE members, for a weekend of fun and learning. Come sing, dance, hike, study, create, relax, and celebrate Shabbat in a peaceful and enriching environment.  This retreat is sure to provide a wonderful experience for all who attend. Do not miss out when registering. REGISTER BEFORE FEBRUARY 24TH!!

Come to camp with us here!

Friday // February 10th, 7:00pm // In Person & Streamed



Introducing Ruach Shabbat! Lift and renew your spirit with a lively, musical Kabbalat Shabbat service featuring members of our Rock Shabbat band, led by Cantor Shafritz and Rabbi Magat. Inspired by contemporary, progressive Israeli worship, join us as we make a joyful noise and celebrate Shabbat together.

Bring your Ruach here!

Purchase today!

The 5783 Confirmation Class is excited to be providing Mishloach Manot to all Temple Emanu-El Members. In the scrolls of Esther (9:19), we're instructed to send gifts (called Mishloach Manot) to one another so the entire community can celebrate together.

Contribute here!

Saturday // February 11th, 9:00am // In Person



Celebrate this year’s Tu B’Shavat by planting a tree with the Temple Emanu-El Green Team. The Green Team in conjunction with Our City Forest will be celebrating our Jewish Earth Day by planting trees on Saturday February 11th from 9:00AM-12:00 on Zanker Road. To register please click on the following link.

Space is limited, so register today!

Join the Green Team Here!

Sunday // February 12th, 10:00am // In Person & Streamed



You are invited to join us for our Town Hall Meeting this morning as we follow up on our Post-High Holy Days Survey, in addition to going over by-laws changes, and voting on them. Please register below to attend.

Sign up to attend!

Wednesday // February 15th, 5:00pm // Zoom



Please join us as we:

• Learn how our Jewish values support and inform the work of gun violence prevention;
• Share key priorities in gun violence prevention work and
• Provide opportunities to take action to end gun violence during our call and in the weeks ahead.

Make a difference here!

Thursday // February 16th, 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.

Share your story here

Friday // February 17th, 6:00pm // In Person



Shabbat Shalom! We are excited to be hosting in-person Tot Shabbat services! This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your family to experience Shabbat with Rabbi Magat and Cantor Shafritz. Ths service is designed for families with young children. Afterwards, feel free to enjoy a dinner, provided by our Sisterhood.

Join Us Here!

Tuesday // February 21st, 6:00pm // In Person



The month of Adar is traditionally a time when we increase our joy as we get ready for the celebration of Purim later in the month. Join Cantor Shafritz and Sisterhood to bring in this month of happiness with some nosh, study, and a craft activity.

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Monday // March 6th, 6:00pm // In Person

Purim is coming! We hope you'll join us for our Adult Purim celebration and Megillah reading on Monday, March 6th at 6pm. If you are interested in volunteering to do a creative and fun interpretation of a chapter of Megillah (in English!), please reach out to Cantor Shafritz at  cantorshafritz@templesanjose.org with any questions and/or to sign up. First

Celebrate with us here!

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

Sunday // February 26th // 5pm // Online

We will again gather virtually on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. This year, we will be honoring our Executive Director, Sarita Bronstein, for her ten years of devoted service and for her many accomplishments at leading an organization that has become known locally and around the world. Because of Sarita’s efforts, Hillel of Silicon Valley is a welcoming community for students and which cares about each students’ well-being, their intellectual curiosity, their zest for Jewish life and their need for belonging.

Register here!

April 13 - 20th// 10am // In Person

CHAIM will be at Temple Emanu-El for 3 weeks during the month of April. The purpose of CHAIM is to teach about tolerance and empathy through the lens of the Holocaust. The CHAIM exhibit is appropriate for Jews 5th grade and up, and non-Jews 7th and up. This is an important topic for our times.

More Info Here!