Temple Emanu-El Happenings
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Green Team Discussion with Solar Rights Alliance
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Thursday, October. 7th // 7:00pm
Whether you're interested in learning more about rooftop solar, are considering installing a solar system, or already have solar and want to know what Solar Rights Alliance can do for you, you'll want to join us for this presentation and discussion. Learn about the work that Solar Rights Alliance does to advocate for rooftop solar consumers, help speed the adoption of solar power, and protect the rights of solar owners.
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Thurs., October 7th
7:00 PM
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Fri., October 8th
7:00 PM
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Sat., October 9th
9:00 AM
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Sat., October 9th
10:30 AM
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Sun., October 10th
10:00 AM
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Sun., October 10th
12:30 PM
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Mon., October 11th
7:00 PM
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Tues., October 12th
10:00 AM
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Tues., October 12th
12:00 PM
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Tues., October 12th
7:00 PM
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Wed., October 13th
12:00 PM
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Wed., October 13th
6:30 PM
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Thurs., October 14th
12:00 PM
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Fri., October 15th
7:00 PM
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Sun., October 17th
10:00 AM
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Mon., October 18th
7:00 PM
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Tues., October 19th
12:00 PM
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Wed., October 19th
6:00 PM
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Mon., October 18th
7:00 PM
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Tues., October 19th
12:00 PM
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Wed., October 19th
6:00 PM
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Important Upcoming Events
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Friday, October 8th // 7:00pm
In Person, Streaming
Shabbat Shalom! Come celebrate Shabbat with your fellow congregants and our clergy in our brand new sanctuary. We invite you to continue our in-person services and pray as a community together.
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Saturday, October 9th // 9:00am
In Person
Ladies...Let's get moving!! Please join Sisterhood as we walk around Almaden Lake in San Jose on Saturday, October 9 at 9:00am. Prior to our walk, we will have a Shabbat discussion on the Parsha of the week. We will meet at the Winfield Blvd entrance to the park. Looking forward to seeing everyone!!
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Bar Mitzvah of Edward Friend
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Saturday, October 9th // 10:30am
Mazel Tov to Edward and his family, on him becoming Bat Mitzvah. We are excited to invite everyone to join Edward and his family in our Sanctuary to attend the service, participate, and celebrate.
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Mussar Torah Studies Group
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Sunday, October 10th // 10:00am
Zoom
Temple Emanu-El Adult Education invites you to join an interactive course on The Mussar Torah Commentary: A Spiritual Path to Living a Meaningful and Ethical Life. Come join Rabbi Marvin Schwab – emeritus rabbi from Temple Beth Sholom in Santa Fe, our own Rabbi Magat and temple member/educator Steve Matusow.
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Monday, October 11th // 7:00pm
Zoom
This class is intended to pick up where our Beginning Adult Hebrew Decoding class left off. If you have a basic understanding of the Hebrew Alef Bet and able to read basic Hebrew, this class is for you. This class will be held on Zoom.
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ZIGZAG Grandparents Group
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Tuesday, October 12th // 10:00am
Zoom
My mother had a bumper sticker on her car which read “Ask Me About My Grandchildren." I didn't completely understand the sentiment about what this meant until I became a grandparent myself. Now that I have grandchildren of my own, I can appreciate not only the joys, but also the challenges, of being a grandparent. Join us for a lively discussion about what it entails to be a grandparent in all its many dimensions.
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Multi- Access Lunch & Learn
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Wednesday, October 13th // 12:00pm
In Person & Zoom
We are excited to offer the chance for you meet with Rabbi Magat in person for his Lunch & Learn series! This lunchtime session will also be on Zoom, making it available to both in person attendees and those at home.
Please register if you are planning to attend in person.
Please register as normal to receive the Zoom link.
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Death & Dying in Reform Judaism (Zoom Class)
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Wednesday, October 13th // 6:30pm
Zoom
This course, taught be Rabbi Magat, will investigate Traditional and Reform Jewish practices, customs, and concepts surrounding death. We will also discuss some of the important issues that surround bereavement and the grieving process. Finally, we will investigate some modern theories concerning the stages of grief. We will also spend time discussing life after death and how death relates to our beliefs.
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Virtual Museum Tour: Experience Leonard Cohen
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Thursday, October 21st // 5:00pm
Our CJM Educator will provide an overview of the exhibition, sharing both the biography of Leonard Cohen as well as how his work inspired and informed the four artists on view. Via installation and archival images, we will engage in conversation about the power of words, Cohen’s poetry and music, and explore the contemporary art works of George Fok, Judy Chicago, Candice Breitz, and Marshall Trammell.
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Saturday, October 30th // 10:00am
We are excited to for our special Fall Shabbat In Nature experience! This gives us an opportunity to come together on Shabbat, sing together and spend time outdoors in nature as a community. Join us either for the hike, or just Shabbat services at Foothills Nature Preserve in Palo Alto (3300 Page Mill Road, Los Altos Hills)
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Are you Registered for Religious School?
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Although school has already started, you can still register your child to join our Temple Emanu-El Religious School family. We look forward to having them learn with us in person this year!
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Let's be sure to help keep everyone healthy and review the Temple Covid Safety Protocols so you are prepared when you come! These protocols are subject to change.
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URGENT: JFS Assistance with the Refugee Crisis
Help today!
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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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Shabbat Cooks and Sponsors for Hillel of Silicon Valley
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Now's your chance to take part in the Hillel of Silicon Valley and support the students in our community. They are looking for Shabbat cooks who can help provide home cooked meals, Challah and more. Or, if you would like to sponsor a mean, the cost is between $250 & $1,000.
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Tuesdays, October 12 - April 5, 7:00pm
Want to learn more about being Jewish? Have questions about the Jewish religion? Join local Rabbis each week for the Intro to Judaism class. An overview of the Jewish life-cycle, holidays, and ritual. During the course of the year, students will gain an understanding of Jewish belief, history and calendar and gain exposure to important Jewish books including the Hebrew Bible and the Talmud.
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Temple Emanu-El
1010 University Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
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Need help? Contact us!
(408) 292-0939
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