Our Annual Campaign is a critical part of our annual budget. The Annual Campaign allows for us to provide a wide range of programming and security options for our Temple Emanu-El Community & Congregation. In order to provide quality programming, events, and necessary safety measures, we need to reach our $100,000 goal. This goal is a critical item on our annual budget. It is with your help that we can continue to make Temple Emanu-El a vibrant and welcoming community.

Donate Here

Sunday // November 19th// 12:30pm //

In Person

Hey there college kids. We know it's been a stressful month on college campuses, with the events in Israel impacting your daily routine. We are offering an opportunity to meet with Rabbi Magat to discuss your experiences and how to manage them moving forward. We will be meeting at Temple Emanu-El a group discussion. We hope to see you there.

RSVP Here

Sunday // November 19th// 6:00pm // In Person

We are honored to be hosting the annual Interfaith service that happens this time of year. Rabbi Magat, Cantor Shafritz, and members of our Interfaith Community will be participating in a service of unity and gratitude. After the service, you are cordially invited for a pie reception. For those who are interested, there will be a community choir rehearsal before the service.

Join us for the service and dessert

Friday // November 10th // 6:30pm // In Person

As a community, we are all dealing with the heartbreak and tragedy of this past week in Israel. We offer this opportunity for everyone to come together to pray, grieve, and just process the events that have just taken place. 

Attend the Vigil

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

Shabbat Shalom! Come end your week with some uplifting music and signing with our Ruach Shabbat Service. Cantor Shafritz will be leading alongside members of our Rock Shabbat Band. Pray and sing with us this Shabbat..

Join us for Shabbat here!

Saturday // November 11th // 9:00am // In Person

Join Cantor Leah Shafritz and Midpen Docent Naturalists Nancy Weintraub and Sabra Abraham for a special Shabbat in Nature in the Redwoods. Enjoy hiking under the forest canopy on this moderately-paced hike which will take you along the Sierra Morena, Methuselah, Fir and Tafoni Trails.

Let's Go For A Hike

Sunday // November 12th// 10:00am // In Person

Join Sisterhood for a yummy brunch! We'll be grabbing a bite to eat at Scrambl'z in Almaden today. Enjoy chatting with your Sisterhood friends. 

Register Here

Sunday // November 12th// 7:00pm // Zoom

For the book club on November 12th, we will be talking about Dara Horn's "People Love Dead Jews". (Buy here)

In this book of essays, the acclaimed novelist writes about such diverse topics as the Jews of Harbin, Daf Yomi, and lost synagogues in the Middle East. Ms. Horn discusses how there is fascination with Jews who have died and much less fascination with living Jews. It is a wide-ranging and compelling discussion of anti-semitism and how we address this.

Come chat about the book

Thursday // November 16th// 7:00pm // Zoom

Are you a Jew by Choice or Thinking of Converting? Join us on Zoom 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.

Attend our Zoom Session here

Friday // November 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. This service is designed for families with young children. Afterwards, feel free to enjoy a dinner, provided by our Sisterhood.

Sign up for Tot Shabbat

Support Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood by purchasing MahJongg cards! Please send your check made out to Temple Sisterhood to Bobi Levine - The regular size cards are $14.00 and the large cards sell for $15.00.

Please email sisterhood@templesanjose.org to find out where to mail the checks.

Venmo is accepted too. Please Email Bobi here.

Sunday // November 12th// 1:30pm // In Person

Join Bay Area Jewish leaders and synagogues for a collaborative introduction to Judaism course. This course presents an overview of major aspects of Judaism, including practice, belief, and history. Taught by five rabbis, from four different synagogues and from Jewish Silicon Valley, the course gives students exposure to a variety of approaches and practices.

Register Here

November 14th - December 13th

Giving this year is easy through the JFS Silicon Valley virtual dreidel board. 

• Select one or more dreidel wishes from the board and make the monetary contribution for the gift(s) using your credit or debit card.
• JFS Silicon Valley will deliver the gift(s) directly to the designated individual.
• You'll receive a thank you letter from JFS Silicon Valley for your gift!

More details and donate here!

Weekly on Tuesdays // 7:00pm

Join Bay Area Jewish leaders and synagogues for a collaborative introduction to Judaism course. This course presents an overview of major aspects of Judaism, including practice, belief, and history. Taught by five rabbis, from four different synagogues and from Jewish Silicon Valley, the course gives students exposure to a variety of approaches and practices.

Register Here

We are all grieving and trying to process the recent attacks and events that are taking place in Israel. Many of us are wondering how we can support Israel, families or others who have been impacted by these attacks. Our friends at The J. Weekly, have compiled a list of organizations that are supporting assistance in various ways. If you want to get involved, please check the link below.

Find resources here