Are you ready for the High Holy Days? They start in less than 1 month, with Selichot on Saturday, September 9th!



We are excited to invite everyone to join us at the Heritage Theatre for our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services.

Whether its tickets, Yizkor Book listings, donating to Break the Fast, checking out the schedule (and more!), we have all that necessary information below.

Questions? Email us at admin@templesanjose.org

Get all of your High Holy Days Information Here

These High Holy Days are about our Temple Emanu-El family and community coming together, to start the year anew, and looking forward to a productive, health and happy New Year. There's no better way to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, than to volunteer at these High Holy Days. You'll get the feeling over already having a mitzvah under your belt.

We have opportunities on each of our 4 service days, with a wide variety of options to fit your need and abilities.

Volunteer at High Holy Days here!

Friday // August 57th, 5:30pm //

In Person

Shabbat Shalom. This evening, we will be attending Pride Shabbat, hosted by Shir Hadash. This is an opportunity for us as a Jewish community, to come together and celebrate Pride in our congregations.

It's a PRIDE weekend and we hope you can join us at this PRIDE Shabbat. Unwind at Flip-Flops Shabbat - held outside on the patio. Tonight's service will be led by Rabbi Lisa Levenberg and also include a drash from Rabbi Melanie Aron on the topic of: "The Good News and the Bad News."

(Please note there will be NO SERVICES at Temple Emanu-El this week)

Join us at Shir Hadash for services!

Sunday // August 27th, 9:30am //

In Person

Join Temple Emanu-El and other Jewish Organizations in the Silicon Valley Pride parade! Help us show the local LGBTQIA+ community that Jews stand for love, understanding, and equality. #JSV🏳️‍🌈

Proudly walk with us hand in hand, side by side, with one powerful message: LOVE

Sunday, August 27th

⏰ Meet up: 9:30 am

⏰ Parade starts: 10:30 am

📌 Downtown SJ (Julian & Market start)

Whether you identify as LGBTQIA+ or as an ally, your presence matters.

Join Us In The Parade!

Sunday // August 27th, 3:00pm //

In Person

Whether you’re 21 or 101, it’s never too late to make new Temple friends while connecting over shared interests and fun activities.

Fall 2023 in-person social groups will begin forming at the Ice Cream Social and include: Pickleball, Pub Crawl, Movie Nights, Kids Playdates, Photography, Gourmet Foodies, Hidden Bay Area, Outdoor Adventures, and more.

Find your Circle Here!

Sunday // August 27th, 5:30pm //

In Person

If you are attending the Temple Ice Cream Social and would like to stay for Game Night, join us at 5pm to help clean up and get ready!!! Pizza will arrive at 5:30pm. You are invited to join us (whether you are able to clean up or not) for Pizza and Game Night starting at 5:30pm. Please let us know your pizza preference and we will try to accommodate you. Your choices will be plain cheese or veggie, and then regular or gluten free crust.Area, Outdoor Adventures, and more.

Play Games Here!

Wednesday// August 30th, 5:30pm //

In Person

Hey there soccer fans! Come support the San Jose Earthquakes for Jewish Heritage Night, as they look to defend the pitch against the LA Galaxy! (Beat LA! Beat LA!)

When you purchase your ticket with the link below, you will receive special entry, a custom Kippah and more! Be sure to purchase your tickets early, as supplies are limited for this offer!

REGISTER BY AUGUST 22nd TO BE INCLUDED WITH THIS SPECIAL TICKET.

Details & Tickets Here

Sunday// September 3rd, 1:00pm //

In Person

Hey there millennials! Want to get out and grab a drink & snack with other 80's & 90's babies in the Temple Emanu-El community? Come join us for Brews & Board Games at Strike Brewing. We'll spend a few hours hanging out, playing games, and getting to know everyone. Strike Brewing is both kid and dog friendly, so bring the family!



More Details & Register Here!

Torah school has already started!

Religious School starts September 10th!

REGISTER TODAY!

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!

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

Thursday // August 24th, 5:00pm //

In Person

Great (Kosher) Food | Fun Activities | Community Plus, don’t miss the first-ever JSV Summer Sound Off. Ticket Prices Include FOOD! All from the APJCC Los Gatos and Jewish Silicon Valley community are welcome! FROM THE MAIN STAGE Music & Entertainment Throughout Community performances from Russian Speaking Jewish Community

Come Join the Celebration

We are so heart broken to see all of the devastation, sadness, and lives lost due to this horrific wildfire. As a Jewish Community, we have the opportunity to come together to support not only the Jewish Community in Maui, but all of those who were affected by this tragedy.

If you would like to get involved, please consider one of these three links below.

1. United Way of Maui
2. Red Cross of Hawaii
3. Jewish Federation of North America
4. The Jewish Congregation of Maui