We hope your summer months have been refreshing. It is always hard to fathom how fast the High Holy Days come upon us. We are pleased to offer the opportunity to wish your fellow congregants L' Shanah Tovah and a year of good health through our monthly newsletter, Connections. Community members can wish everyone a Chag Sameach, and have their names listed on the front page of Connections.

The deadline to place an order for September Connections is August 16, 2023.



Submit Greetings Here!

Hey there men of Temple Emanu-El!

Brotherhood needs YOUR help, especially if you are not already a Brotherhood member. We want you to help shape the future of Temple Emanu-El's Brotherhood. Please check your emails from July 16th & July 25th for the survey (search for the following subject line: Temple Emanu-El Brotherhood Needs Your Thoughts)

If you can't find it, or need a new survey, please contact us below! The survey is open until August 6th!



Contact Brotherhood For the Survey

Friday // July 28th, 6:30pm // In Person & Streamed

Shabbat Shalom! Come join Rabbi Magat & Cantor Shafritz for Shabbat services this evening on our Courtyard.

We look forward to sharing our brand new space in rayer and worship together.

The giftshop will be open as well!



Join Us On the Courtyard for Shabbat

Sunday // July 30th, 6:00pm // In person

BIG FUN... FOR A SMALL PRICE Many games available such as Up Words, Mexican Train, Mah Jongg, Blackjack, Wits and Wagers, Uno, or bring your favorite.

Member prices $ 2.00 per person/ Non-sisterhood guests $3.00 per person

PLUS Bring a NON DESSERT snack

Play Games With Us Here

Tuesday // August 1st, 12:00pm // In Person

Great exercise! Great fun! Great chance to meet new people! Put on your dancin' shoes and come to our free Israeli dance class! This week, we are excited to have a special guest Udy Gold leading the class. No dance experience necessary and we welcome everyone from the community to join in the fun.



Click here to get dancing

Tuesday // August 1st, 7:00pm // Zoom

Join our timely presentation of important climate legislation making its way through the California state legislature. Learn how science and policy influence legislation, and what you can do to make a difference--including fast, easy action during the meeting! Be inspired by youth leading the charge!

Get Involved with Dayenu Circle Here!

Friday // August 11th, 6:30pm //

In Person

You're invited to one of our favorite services of the year: Shabarbecue! This year we are excited to have our Ruach Shabbat Band helping to lead the service! We're excited to bring this musical service to our brand new Summer Songs Courtyard! Bring your family * friends to this amazing service, and then to stick around for a delicious BBQ Dinner.

Join us for Shabbat & Dinner

Sunday // August 13th, 1:00pm //

In Person

Please join us for Temple Emanu-El’s Sisterhood Mah Jongg and Mitzvah play. We will be serving lunch and giving away fun prizes for just $25.00. Please register a group of 3-5 players. If you do not have a full table, please contact Judy Levy to help you find players. RSVP to Judy Levy at jlevymom4three@yahoo.com.

Play with us here!

Saturday // August 19th, 6:00pm //

In Person

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet other Temple Emanu-El congregants who live near you and share in the Havdalah Experience. 

You're invited to end the week together through song, prayer, and schmoozing. This is open to both congregants and the community of all ages (kids & adults alike). You will be matched with your host, based on your geographic area.

Register Here

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!

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

JFS SV's Center for Aging and Caregiver Services combines seamless personalized care coordination, fall prevention and compassionate counseling. Experience convenience and support all in one place.

Call 408-806-6231 or visit our website www.jfssv.org to learn more about our services, volunteer opportunities, or ways you can support our work in the community.



Learn More Here

Here's your opportunity to help kids get ready to go back to school in the Fall. Starting today, our friends at Jewish Family Services are helping to coordinate a community drive. Whether it's specific items, or gift cards, there are a variety of ways for you to get involved.

Please check the link below to find all the different items needed. Each PDF has specific requests by age & need.

Make a Difference Here

Click here to read the PDF.

Saturday – Sunday, July 29-30



Campbell Community Center 

We all know people who have suffered from cancer. Help keep new treatments coming and the research for a cure by joining the Tikkun Olam committee in supporting the Silicon Valley Jewish team "Jews for a Cure" in the Relay For Life at the Campbell Community Center track.  You can choose to join the Jewish team in the relay, support financially, or come for Havdalah! For more information, to join the team, or support financially click HERE

Are you a young Jewish adult looking to become a more impactful leader? Are you eager to build a network of like-minded peers? Would you like to tap into a network of talented and experienced Jewish leaders? If you answered yes to any of these questions and you are between 25-39 yrs old, then you are a candidate for the upcoming J leaders Academy. The Academy is a 6-month blended learning program that includes 2 weekend retreats, 8 Zoom sessions, Shabbat dinners, and more. The Academy features world-class presenters and kicks-off in late October 2023. The early application deadline is July 31, so don’t delay in taking a look. We invite you to apply for this incredible experience.

Sign up here

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!