Temple Emanu-El Happenings
Highlights

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. 

A Bissel of Torah with Rabbi Magat, Ep. 35: Chukat
Service & Event Times

Kabbalat Shabbat Patio Service

Fri., Jun. 23rd

6:30PM

Shabbat In Nature: Camping Experience

Sat - Sun., Jun. 24 - 25th


Sisterhood Game Night

Sun., Jun. 25th

7:00PM

Chat with the Rabbi

Tues., Jun. 27th

12:00PM

Jewish Heritage Night at the A's Game

Tues., Jun. 27th

6:40PM

Lunch & Learn Torah Study

Wed., Jun. 28th

12:00PM


Sefer Club

Thurs., Jun. 29th

7:00PM

Kabbalat Shabbat Patio Service

Fri., Jun. 30th

6:30PM

Rose, White & Blue Parade

Tues., July 4th

9:30AM

Kabbalat Shabbat Patio Service

Fri., July 7th

6:30PM

Mussar Torah Study

Sun., July 9th

10:00AM


Mussar Torah Study

Sun., July 9th

10:00AM

Brotherhood Board Meeting

Sun., July 9th

10:00AM

Mussar Torah Study

Sun., July 9th

10:00AM


Grandparents Group

Tues., July 11th

10:00AM



Chat with the Rabbi

Tues., July 11th

12:00PM


Israeli Dancing

Tues., July 11th

7:30PM


Hybrid Lunch & Learn

Wed., July 12th

12:00PM



Important Upcoming Events

Kabbalat Shabbat Patio Service

Friday // June 23rd, 6:30pm // In Person & Streamed


Shabbat Shalom! Welcome to our brand new Patio! You are invited to spend Shabbat outdoors with us this evening with our clergy and members of the Temple Emanu-El community.


We need help labeling bubbles that we are handing out at the Rose, White & Blue Parade. For those who would like to help, please come to Shabbat services by 6pm, to help label before the service starts.



Join Us On The Patio

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

Sisterhood Game Night

Sunday // June 25th, 6:00pm // In person


Many games available such as Up Words, Mexican Train, Mah Jongg, Blackjack, Wits and Wagers, Uno, or bring your favorite. Bring your Mah Jongg Card in case we can make a game! Member prices $ 2.00 per person/ Non-sisterhood guests $3.00 per person PLUS  Bring a NON DESSERT snack (can be sweet, just no cookies, cakes, pies, etc) to share such as cheese, crackers, chips, pretzels, nuts, fruit, etc.



Play Games Here!

Jewish Heritage Night at the Oakland A's Game

Tuesday // June 27th, 6:40pm // In Person


Who's ready for some Summer baseball with Brotherhood? Come watch the Oakland A's take on the New York Yankees this evening for Jewish Heritage Night! We've got an opportunity for group seats and ticket discounts for a great evening at the ballpark. Everyone is welcome for a wonderful night. Be sure to bring your glove as you may catch a foul ball!



Join Brotherhood at the game here!

Lunch & Learn Torah Study

Wednesday // June 28th, 12:00pm // Zoom


Come join Rabbi Magat today today for his Lunch & Learn discussion sessions. This week, we will be hosting a Torah Study, looking at a specific passage and trying to understand it's meaning, and how it applies to our life today. Everyone is welcome to attend this informative and engaging session. We look forward to seeing you there!



Study Torah Here

Sefer Club

Thursday // June 29th, 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.



Discuss the book here

Rose, White & Blue Parade

Tuesday // July 4th, 9:30am // 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.


Register to march in the here

Religious School Registration Now Open!

EARLY BIRD ENDS JULY 16TH!


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!

Volunteer Opportunities

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


Community Events

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

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!

Jewish Family And Children's Services: Dynamic, Interactive Parenting Classes and Workshops 

We are pleased to offer a 50% discount on parenting workshops for our Bay Area Jewish community! Get expert guidance from our team of child psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and parent coaches to help your family thrive.


Check out all the workshops here!

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