Temple Emanu-El Happenings
Highlights
Erev Shabbat at Home Service
Friday, March 25th // 7:00pm

Shabbat Shalom! Come join the clergy for a relaxing Shabbat experience, from the comfort of your home. Tonight's service will be held on Zoom, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Service & Event Times
Fri., March 25th
7:00 PM
Sat., March 26th
9:00 AM
Tues., March 29th
12:00 PM
Tues., March 29th
7:30 PM
Thurs., March 31st
7:00 PM
Fri., Apr. 1st
7:00 PM
Sun., April 3rd
10:00 AM
Tues., Apr. 5th
12:00 PM
Tues, Apr. 5th
7:30 PM
Fri., April 8th
7:00 PM
Fri., Apr. 8th
8:00 PM
Sun, Apr. 10th
12:30 PM
Tues., Apr. 12th
12:00 PM
Thurs, Apr. 14th
12:00 PM
Fri., April 15th
5:00 PM
Sat., Apr. 16th
9:30 AM
Sat, Apr. 16th
5:00 PM
Tues., Apr. 19th
12:00 PM
Important Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking for ways to get involved in the Temple Emanu-El family? Are you looking to do Tzedakah? There are many opportunities available, from Shabbat Door greeters, to helping out with Oneg and more.

If you want to help out, please email us and we pair you up with the perfect opportunity.
Chat with the Cantor
Tuesday, March 29th // 12:00pm

Come join Cantor Shafritz for today's Cantor Chat. This is a great opportunity to spend some time hanging out with her and your fellow congregants. Be sure to ask about her dogs. They are adorable.
Israeli Dancing
Tuesday, March 29th // 7:30pm

Great exercise! Great fun! Great chance to meet new people! Put on your dancin' shoes and come to our free Israeli dance class taught by our very own Loui Tucker. No dance experience necessary and we welcome everyone from the community to join in the fun.
The Seven Questions You Are Asked in Heaven
Tuesday, March 29th // 7:45pm

When you get to heaven, what questions do you think you'll be asked about how you lived your life on earth? In the Talmud and through the centuries, rabbis have imagined what these questions might be. In this challenging, poignant and humorous presentation, we'll study text, share stories, and explore the concept of cheshbon ha-nefesh, a spiritual accounting of the soul.

Dr. Ron Wolfson is the Fingerhut Professor of Education at American Jewish University where he has been on the faculty for forty-seven years. He is the author of twenty books on Jewish Life.
ZIGZAG Grown & Flown
Wednesday, March 30th // 7:00pm

We are bringing back Grown & Flown for the Spring season. Details will be announced soon,
ZIGZAG Passover Cooking Show
Thursday, March 31st // 7:00pm

Mark your calendars and get ready for a STAR STUDDED cast of cooks! The theme of the show is “Lotsa Matzah,” and every recipe will feature matzahs as a main ingredient. Get ready to be informed and entertained on Zoom by short videos of delicious dishes prepared by both Co-Presidents of Sisterhood, the President of Brotherhood, the Cantor and the Rabbi. Our Star Studded Cast of Cooks will be on Zoom to introduce their videos and answer your questions. You don’t want to miss this, so register today!
Shabbat in Nature - Calero Reservoir
Saturday, April 16th // 9:30am

Join us for a Shabbat in Nature Passover experience this morning at Calero Reservoir. This an opportunity to enjoy nature with your Temple Emanu-El family, as we also think about what Passover means to each of us individually. Make sure to register to learn about the meeting location/parking for the walk.
Second Night Community Seder
Saturday, April 16th // 5:00pm

We are excited to bring back our Second Night Community Passover Seder! We have missed the tradition over the past couple years, and we are happy to have you come join us! This Seder is open to everyone in the community. Our Menu & prices are currently being finalized, so be sure to save the date!
Non-Fiction Jewish Book Club
Sunday, April 24th // 7:00pm

Do you enjoy book discussions? Are you interested in nonfiction books that focus on different aspects of Jewish life? If so, The Nonfiction Jewish Book Club, led by Nat Cohen, is for YOU! The first meeting will be held on Zoom at 7:00 PM on April 24 and will feature a discussion of Edith Edgar’s riveting memoir, The Choice. 

Take Me Out to the Ballgame with TEPS
Saturday, April 30th // 5:00pm

Tickets are on sale NOW for the Temple Emanu-El Preschool (TEPS) Night with the San Jose Giants! This is a great fundraiser, and a way to hang out with all of your friends. TEPS receives a portion of every ticket sold, and Ms. Barb will throw out the first pitch, with Cantor Shafritz will sing the National Anthem! Mark your calendars & get your tickets today!
Community Events
Polyphony Concert - Save the Date
Tuesday, March 29th

An Evening of Common Ground through Common Sound

We are thrilled to invite you to a unique evening of collaboration between Arab and Jewish Israelis.

The Polyphony Quartet with Special guest David Broza

At The Oshman Family JCC - Palo Alto
The program includes Schubert String Quartet No. 13 (Rosamunde), a selection of David Broza’s hits and other masterpieces
PJ Library in Silicon Valley Presents: A Pre-Passover Family Concert! featuring Cantor Elana Jagoda
Sunday, April 10th // 3:30pm

Run, or dance, to an afternoon of singing, connecting, and remembering the music of the Seder! Elana Jagoda is a Bay Area musical gem, an inspirational Jewish songwriter, and PJ Library acclaimed artist. BYO picnic blanket and instruments - guitar chords can be provided. All ages are welcome!

Complete with Passover crafts and chocolate covered Matzah!
URGENT: JFS Assistance with the Refugee Crisis

Help today!
Help Respond to the Current Refugee Crisis: Did you know that in Santa Clara County, Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley is one of only two nonprofits providing refugee resettlement and connected services for families and individuals?

Currently, JFS SV is assisting refugees from Afghanistan and other locations. If you are interested in learning more, have questions or ideas, or would like to provide support to refugees in other ways, please contact JFS SV volunteer and refugee housing committee member, Debbie Michels, debbiemichels@yahoo.com, 408-507-1282. Thank you!
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