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. 29: Behar/Bechukotai
Service & Event Times

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

Erev Shabbat Services

Fri., May 12th

7:00PM

Chat with the Rabbi

Tues., May 16th

12:00PM


Great Questions Discussion Group

Sun., May 16th

10:00AM

Israeli Dancing

Tues., May 16th

7:30PM

Jewish & Newish

Thurs., May 18th

7:00PM

Tot Shabbat

Fri., May 19th

6:00PM

Erev Shabbat Service

Fri., May 19th

7:00PM

Green Team Celebration

Sat., May 20th

6:00PM

20/20 Vision Project Sneak Peek

Sun., May 21st

9:30AM

Sisterhood Board Meeting

Sun., May 21st

10:00AM

Brew Ha Ha

Sun., May 21st

3:00PM


Chat with the Rabbi

Tues., May 23rd

12:00PM

Lunch & Learn Torah Study

Wed., May 24th

12:00PM

Erev Shavuot Confirmation Service

Thurs., May 25th

7:00PM


Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Thurs., May 25th

9:00PM

Shavuot Blintz Breakfast

Fri., May 26th

9:00AM

Hybrid Shavuot Yizkor Service

Fri., May 26th

10:00AM

Erev Shabbat at Home Service

Fri., May 26th

7:00PM


Important Upcoming Events

Our Annual Meeting is coming up on June 4th, and our End Of Year Slideshow will be shared for everyone to see. If you have any photos of events you've attende throughout the year, please email your photos to oliver@templesanjose.org

🚧 Entering Temple During Construction 🚧

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

Erev Shabbat Service

Friday // May 12th, 7:00pm // In Person & Streamed


Shabbat Shalom! You're invited to our Erev Shabbat Service. Tonight's experience will be a multi-access service, with options to either attend in person, or watch online. We look forward to seeing you there!



Pray With Us Here

Great Questions Discussion Group

Tuesday // May 16th, 10:00am // In Person


The topic for discussion for the Great Questions Group will be Orthodox Christianity. We will explore the major theological tenets and cultural dynamics of that religion. The focus will be comparison of Orthodox Christianity to other Christian denominations and to Judaism. We will look at trends, both in the United States and worldwide, especially in Eastern Europe.



Register Here

Jewish & Newish

Thursday // May 18th, 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.



Sign Up Here

Tot Shabbat

Friday // May 19th, 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.



Attend Shabbat Here

Green Team Celebration

Saturday // May 20th, 7:00pm // In Person


On May 20th the Green Team will be recognizing our members who completed the Climate Smart Challenge, indulging in a wonderful dinner, and enjoying an entertaining movie. Everyone is welcome. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.



Celebrate with us here

20/20 Vision Project

Sneak Peek

Sunday // May 21st, 9:00am // In Person


2020 Vision is Temple Emanu-El’s MASSIVE renovation project and we have made a HUGE amount of progress in the last several months. It is just FABULOUS- like night and day compared to our old look.


Maybe you’re not familiar with 2020 Vision, or maybe you are ? Come by for a sneak peak on Sunday May 21, 9am to 10:30 am at Temple and we’ll show you around. There will be a gourmet coffee cart for your favorite morning beverages and noshes as well.


Sneak a Peek of the Temple Here

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Brew Ha Ha

Sunday // May 21st, 3:00pm // In Person


Come hang out, grab a drink, and socialize with all your Temple Emanu-El friends! We'll be at a local brewery having a great time with delicious snacks and more. Please register below to attend. Cost is $18/pp.


Register for drinks here

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Erev Shavuot Confirmation Service

Thursday // May 25th, 7:00pm // In Person


Rabbi Magat, Cantor Shafritz & the rest of the Temple Emanu-El Congregation would like to wish a Mazel Tov to the Confirmation Class of 5783. We are all very proud of the leaders you have become and the examples that you set both at Temple and in our Community. We invite you to join these students for a special, meaningful, Erev Shavuot Confirmation Service


Join Our Confirmands Here

Tikkun Leil Shavuot

Thursday // May 25th, 9:00pm // Zoom


Save the date for Tikkun Leil Shavuot. On the night of the festival of Shavuot (the first night of Shavuot in the diaspora), it is traditional for Jews to stay up and learn Torah – a centuries-old custom known as Tikkun Leil Shavuot. We invite you to spend this evening with us as we hold a Torah study and discuss different passages, and how they apply to our daily lives.


Register for drinks here

Shavuot Blintz Breakfast

Friday // May 26th, 9:00am //In Person


Shavuot (falling this year on May 25th & 26th) is the festival of the first fruits of the spring harvest, and a time for us to recommit to our faith as we celebrate the receiving of the Ten Commandments at Sinai. We mark this holiday with worship, reading Torah, late night study, and traditionally, eating all things dairy! 


Click here to join us for breakfast

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

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

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 

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

Judaica Road Showcase

Sunday // May 21st, 1-4 pm // In Person


Do you enjoy watching Antique Roadshow with its descriptions and estimations of the value of unique and special items? Then you’ll LOVE being a part of Beth David’s Judaica Road Showcase! Professional Judaica appraiser, Ms. Emily Baer, will select items from pictures submitted beforehand to discuss and give an estimate for auction and insurance value.


Reserve a spot here!

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