San Diego County Jewish Calendar

OCTOBER

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Coastal Chabads Women’s Group presents “Caffeine for the Soul: Elevate Your Daily Grind” at 1 p.m., Thursday, August 20. This weekly women’s discussion group will focus on Kabbalah topics. Click here to rsvp.

San Diego Center for Jewish Culture announces its “Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection: Explore the Music of the Astor Judaica Library” at 2 p.m., Thursdays, October 29, December 3, February 25, April 15, and May 13, at the Lawrence Family JCC. Eileen Wingard and a community of music aficionados will showcase and appreciate iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library’s Jewish music collection from Russia’s Jewish Folksong Society, French-Jewish Composers, and more. Click here to register.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 15 at San Diego Kollel. This event is a weekly parsha discussion and will be held in person and on Zoom.

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East County announces its “Shabbat Friday Night Dinner” at 6 p.m., Friday, October 30. This event will include Shabbat services followed by a community dinner. Click here to rsvp.

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Temple Emanu-El announces its “Artisan Festival: Hosted by the Women of Temple Emanu-El” at 9 a.m. on Sunday, November 1. This event will include locally made pottery, jewelry, woodwork, glass, textiles, holiday gifts, and Chanukah items. There will be opportunity drawings – win works donated by the artisans- and silent auctions for gift cards, services, and more.

Congregation Beth Israel announces its “Mending Hearts: Finding Hope and Meaning After Loss” at 10 a.m., Session 1: Sundays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, and November 1 and 15. Session 2: Sundays, January 31, February 7, 21, 28, March 7, and 14. This small support group, facilitated by Rabbi Aliza Berk, LMFT, Jewish Educator, Chaplain and Spiritual Director, and Gail Braverman, LMFT, Certified Art Therapist, Certified Amherst Writers and Artists Facilitator, and Yoga Instructor, will guide participants through the healing process with love and support. Click here to register.

Tifereth Israel Synagogue presents its “Miller Introduction to Judaism” at 11 a.m., starting Sunday, September 27. This 18-week course, led by Rabbi Hanan Leberman, will explore topics including Jewish literacy, history, tradition, denominational Judaism, the modern State of Israel, Jewish mysticism (Kabbalah), customs, ethics, culture, and Jewish wisdom, all in a setting where questions are more important than answers. Click here for more information and to register.

Antisemitism Task Force San Diego, Stand With Us, Art Over Hate Collective, and Christian and Jewish Alliance announce “The Third Annual Solidarity Event: Christians and Jews Unite with Israel and Against Antisemitism” at 6 p.m., Sunday, November 1, in Carlsbad. This event will be led by Rabbi Hanan Leberman of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, survivors of the October 7 attack, Guy and Gal Gilboa-Dalal, and Pastor Dave Menard of The Mission Church. The program will include unity, music, love, and prayer. Click here to rsvp and to receive the address.

Congregation Beth El presents “Vav: Live in Concert” at 7 p.m., Sunday, November 1. This event includes a 16-piece band that will perform decades of songs featuring the music of Carole King, Rush, Billy Joel, Maroon 5, and more. Click here to rsvp.

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Beth Jacob Congregation announces its “Semichas Chaver: Revolutionize Your Torah Learning with Rabbi Baruch Frankel” Mondays, October 12. These weekly sessions led by Frankel will include the most common halachos that arise daily, take-home question-and-answer sessions to discuss at your Shabbat table, and an understanding of the ethical and philosophical background of the halachos. Click here to register.

American Technion Society announces its “After the Vote: Michael Oren on Israel’s Future, A Webinar on Israel’s October 27 Elections” at 9 a.m., Monday, November 2 on Zoom. Former Israeli ambassador Oren will lead this session and decode the results and explore the political forces shaping not just coalition negotiations, but Israel’s future. Discover what voting patterns reveal about a profoundly changed Israeli electorate, how three years of conflict have reshaped public opinion, and what it all means for Israel’s security, national unity, and place in the world. Click here to register.

My Jewish Learning announces its “Ethiopian Jewish History: From Ancient Origins to Today” at 4 p.m. on Monday, October 19 on Zoom. This six-week course led by Steven Kaplan, professor emeritus at Hebrew University, will explore travel across time and space from ancient Africa to modern-day Israel, learning about Ethiopian Jewish customs, traditions, and heroism along the way. Click here to register.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Lawrence Family JCC presents its “Survey of Zionist Thought” at 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17; December 1, 8, and 15. This class will be led by Rabbi Phil Graubart, who will explore the history and evolution of Zionist thought, from its early roots to today. Click here to register.

San Diego Center for Jewish Culture’s East County Lecture Series presents “Beyond Hate: The Story of a Recovering Skinhead with Frank Meeink” at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 3 at Tifereth Israel Synagogue. Meeink will share his journey from neo-Nazi skinhead to activist, recovery advocate, and devoted Jew. His story of confronting hatred, embracing Judaism, and working against extremism and racism is a powerful testament to accountability, redemption, and change. Click here to register.

Congregation Beth El presents its “Jewish Meditation Cohort” at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15. Craig Parks will lead these sessions, which will provide going into a deeper and more spiritual practice alongside a caring community. Click here for more information.

My Jewish Learning announces “The World of Sholem Aleichem” at 4 p.m., Tuesdays, October 13, 20, 27, November 3, and 10, on Zoom. Aleichem is one of history’s more beloved Yiddish writers, and Tevye the dairyman stories were the basis for Fiddler on the Roof. These sessions, led by Debra Caplan, associate professor of theatre at Baruch College, CUNY, will read and discuss a new short story each week, including stories involving Tevye’s comic mishaps, unpack Aleichem’s singular blend of humor and heartbreak, and explore why his characters still feel so relevant today. Click here to register.

Beth Jacob Congregation announces its “Adventures in Bereshis with Brandon Fisher” at 7 p.m., Tuesdays, October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24. These sessions will discuss life-changing insights for personal growth and everyday life from the first book of the Torah. Click here to join the WhatsApp for updates.

Downtown announces its “Jewish Insights” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13. This session will include inspiration, learning, connection, and growth. Torah study class that is open to men and women. Click here to rsvp.

University City presents its “Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You with Rabbi Effy Kahn” at 7 p.m., Tuesday, October 20. Kahn will lead these six lessons on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, names, and what these mysteries reveal about the hidden design of your life. Click here to sign up.

La Costa presents “Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You with Rebbetzin Nechama Eilfort” at 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 3. Eilfort will lead these six lessons on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, names, and what these mysteries reveal about the hidden design of your life. Click here to register.

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Congregation Beth Israel announces “Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker” at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays on Zoom. Potiker will lead these sessions to start the day and move from a place of fear to a place of calm. In these sessions, participants will experience bringing their attention to the present moment without judgment. Click here to register.

Tifereth Israel Synagogue announces “Mah Jongg Lessons” at noon, Wednesdays, October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, and December 2. This is a six-week session to learn how to play Mah Jongg in a fun, welcoming environment. If you are new to the game or have always wanted to learn, this is a great opportunity to learn the basics, meet new people, and enjoy a game that brings people together across generations. Click here for more details.

Ohr Shalom Synagogue presents Parshat HaShavua Im Meforshim at 5:30 p.m., Wednesdays, starting October 7 on Zoom. Rabbi Scott Meltzer will lead these weekly classes on the Torah portion through the eyes of traditional commentators. Click here to join the session.

Beth Jacob Congregation presents its “Halacha: Happy Hour with Sushi and Beer” at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. These sessions are led by Rabbi Baruch Frankel, who will explore learning from Gemara to practical halacha.

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Shalomaland presents its “Walking Tour of San Diego’s Jewish History” at 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, November 5, December 10, January 14, and February 18 and various locations around San Diego. Guided by Dr. Joellyn Zollman, this four-session series journeys through key Jewish sites across the city, bringing to life the stories, people, and places that helped shape San Diego’s Jewish community. November 5: Louis Rose Point at Liberty Station, Point Loma, with a walking tour of the former naval training center. December 10: Temple Beth Israel at Heritage Park in Old Town with a walking tour of Jewish historical sites and San Diego’s first synagogue. January 14: Ohr Shalom Synagogue, Balboa Park, and Banker’s Hill with a walking tour of Beth Israel’s second home and what life was like for San Diego’s Jewish community after World War II. February 18: Jews as Insiders, Outsiders and Innovators in La Jolla with a walking tour of Jewish life in La Jolla and North County from the 20^th century to the present day. Click here to register.

Ohr Shalom Synagogue announces its “Responsa and the Conservative Movement Class” at 7 p.m., Thursdays, once a month starting October 8 through April. This coming year marks the 100^th anniversary of the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards (CJLS). This monthly class will explore its history, how it makes decisions, and how its responsa have shaped Conservative Judaism, while letting participants help choose which issues to study. Click here to join the session.

American Jewish Committee San Diego presents “Looking Ahead After the Elections: Exclusive Briefing with Jason Isaacson” at 7 p.m., Thursday, November 5, in the La Jolla area. This event will be led by Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Isaacson on the impact of the October elections in Israel, the midterm elections in the United States, and the collective impact on the Middle East. Click here to register and to receive the address.

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Congregation Beth Israel’s Men’s Club announces its “Men’s Discussion Group” at 10 a.m., Monday, November 9, on Zoom. This forum is for men who are members to meet together, enjoy camaraderie, and discuss relevant issues. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month. Click here to receive the Zoom link.

–Coastal Chabads Women’s Group presents “Caffeine for the Soul: Elevate Your Daily Grind” at 1 p.m., Thursday, August 20. This weekly women’s discussion group will focus on Kabbalah topics. Click here to rsvp.1-

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East County presents “Tal Ramon: Son of Israeli Astronaut Lost on the Columbia Shuttle” at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 10. This event will be led by Tal, who is the son of Israel’s first astronaut, Ilan Ramon. He will share his family’s legacy through personal storytelling and live music with an inspiring perspective on resilience and the enduring spirit of Israel. Click here to rsvp.

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Tifereth Israel Synagogue’s Men’s Club announces its “Veterans Day Program” at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 11. This ceremony is open to all military veterans and their guests regardless of their synagogue affiliation. Members of all branches of military service and the IDF are invited.

Downtown’s Rosh Chodesh Society announces its “Nest Genesis: A Monthly Educational Series for Women” at 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, October 21, November 11, January 13, February 10, March 10, April 7, and May 5. This women’s event will feature thought-provoking learning, meaningful conversations, and inspiring connections. Click here to rsvp.

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Temple Emanu-El and Ohr Shalom Synagogue announce “Living with Cancer Support Group” at 4 p.m., Thursdays once a month, rotating at both synagogues. At Ohr Shalom Synagogue: October 8, December 10, February 11, 2027, April 8, June 10, August 12, October 14, December 9. At Temple Emanu-El: November 12, January 14, 2027, March 11, May 13, July 8, September 9, November 11. This support group, led by Sara Fainstein, PhD, is not a therapy group but is open to all adult members of both synagogues who have a cancer diagnosis, both currently in treatment and in remission. Organizers say no outside food is allowed; tea, coffee, water, and cookies will be provided. Click here to register.

Lawrence Family JCC announces its “Art of Intentional Parenting: Fewer Power Struggles, More Connection” at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 12. This session is co-led by Rabbi and Rebbetzin Geiger and Debbie Zeichnew, LCSW, who will discuss how Judaism’s wisdom teaches kavod (respect) and Shalom Bayit (peace in the home). Click here to register.

San Diego Center for Jewish Culture announces “Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Beejhy Barhany, Restaurant Owner and Author of Gursha: Timeless Recipes for Modern Kitchens” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, at Lawrence Family JCC. This event will include coffee, conversation, and storytelling. Barhany will share reflections on Ethiopian Jewish heritage, migration, resilience, and the traditions that connect us across generations. Click here for tickets.

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Jewish National Fund USA announces its “Global Conference for Israel: Unite for Israel’s Future” Thursday, November 12 through Sunday, November 15 at the Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center in Chula Vista. This event will honor 125 years of Jewish National Fund-USA and its Global Conference for Israel. Thousands of passionate Zionists will converge for four days of inspiration, community, and connection. Speakers include Dara Horn, award-winning author, founder and president of the Tell Institute; Ronen Bergman, esteemed Israeli investigative journalist, New York Times bestselling author and Pulitzer prize winner’ Noa Cochva, Former Miss Israel and IDF Combat Medic; Eli Wininger, IDF Special Forces master sergeant, ultra-endurance athlete, longevity coach and speaker; and Chris Caresnone “the Babka King,” speaker, creator, and community builder. More announcements are coming soon. Click here to register.

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Ner Tamid Synagogue presents its “Shabbaton Weekend with Spiritual Musician Yoel Sykes” at 5:45 p.m. Friday, November 13, and 7 p.m. Saturday, November 14. Friday’s event includes Shabbat services and dinner, and Saturday’s event includes Havdalah and a concert. Click here to register.

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Lawrence Family JCC announces “Day of American Mah Jongg with Michele Frizzell” at 10 a.m., Monday, November 16. This event will be led by Frizzell, a renowned instructor, author of the American Mah Jongg Primer series, and YouTube Mah Jongg star with over 46,000 subscribers. She will share tips to boost your game, followed by an opportunity to play alongside her. Click here to register.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Downtown presents “Rabbi and Retirees Luncheon” at noon, Wednesday, November 18. This event will include lunch and an inspiring message. Click here to rsvp.

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Holocaust Living History Workshop Series announces “Holocaust Memory and its Discontents: The Case of Germany, Featuring Michael Rothberg” at 5 p.m., Thursday, November 19, at the Geisel Library at the University of California San Diego. Professor Rothberg will trace the rise of what became known as the “German model” of addressing a nation’s own crimes.

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Beth Jacob Congregation announces its “Annual Cholent Cookoff” on Satuday, November 21. Organizers say they will provide potatoes, onions, barley, beans, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper; all ingredients must be sealed and have an acceptable hechsherim, and participants will do the cooking. Click here to register.

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San Diego Center for Jewish Culture presents “Roots and Recipes” at 3:30 p.m., Sundays October 25, November 22, and December 13 at the Lawrence Family JCC. This event brings grandparents and grandchildren (ages 8 – 11) together for hands-on cooking, cultural discovery, and intergenerational connection. Families will prepare recipes, share stories, and create a personalized cookbook. Click here for tickets.

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Congregation Beth Israel’s Men’s Club announces its “Men’s Discussion Group” at 10 a.m., Monday, November 23, on Zoom. This forum is for men who are members to meet together, enjoy camaraderie, and discuss relevant issues. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month. Click here to receive the Zoom link.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Camp Gan Izzy announces its “Fall Break Camp” at 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday, November 23, through Wednesday, November 25. Camp is for ages 4-13 and includes baking, persimmon picking, a field trip to Bates Nut Farm, and park play at Kit Carson Park. Add-ons include hot lunches, snacks, early and after care, and transportation. Click here to register.

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Temple Emanu-El presents its “The Wisdom of Aging” at 10:30 a.m, starting August 26, the last Tuesday of the month through December. This program, led by Arlene Miller, creator of the Mi Sherbeirach Tapestry, and Gail Braverman, licensed marriage and family therapist, is designed to give participants the tools to live meaningful and productive lives while coping with the unavoidable stresses of aging. Participants will have the opportunity to share their perspectives with each other while engaging in meaningful conversations. Click here to register.

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Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Downtown’s Jewish Women’s Circle presents its “Ladies Events” at 7 p.m., Sunday, October 11, Wednesday, December 9, Monday, February 22, Wednesday, June 2, and Thursday, July 29. These women’s events will be filled with friendships, creativity, inspiration, laughter, and meaningful connection. Click here to register, and more details are coming soon.

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Ner Tamid Synagogue announces a “Save the Date: Chai Tea” at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 13. This event will honor its community members age 90 and beyond with an Israeli-inspired afternoon tea with noshes and live harp music. Click here to volunteer for this event.

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Congregation Beth Israel’s Men’s Club announces its “Men’s Discussion Group” at 10 a.m., Monday, December 14, on Zoom. This forum is for men who are members to meet together, enjoy camaraderie, and discuss relevant issues. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month. Click here to receive the Zoom link.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Downtown presents its “Ladies Jewish Book Club” starting Wednesday, October 7 with discussion of Hostage: A Bestselling War Memoir of Survival and the Human Spirit in Gaza by Eli Sharabi. Click here to rsvp for the address and time. Other dates include Wednesday, December 16: The Matchmaker’s Gift, Wednesday, February 17: Conversations with My Rabbi, Wednesday, May 19: The Happiest Man on Earth, and Wednesday, July 21: Lioness: Golda Meir.

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Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Congregation Beth Israel’s Men’s Club announces its “Men’s Discussion Group” at 10 a.m., Monday, December 28, on Zoom. This forum is for men who are members to meet together, enjoy camaraderie, and discuss relevant issues. Meetings are held every second and fourth Monday of each month. Click here to receive the Zoom link.

Young Israel of San Diego presents “Let’s Talk Parsha with Rabbi Eddie Rosenberg” at 8:30 p.m., starting Monday, August 24 at San Diego Kollel and on Zoom.

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Downtown presents “Rabbi and Retirees Luncheon” at noon, Wednesday, January 27. This event will include lunch and an inspiring message. Click here to rsvp.

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Downtown presents “Rabbi and Retirees Luncheon” at noon, Wednesday, February 24. This event will include lunch and an inspiring message. Click here to rsvp.

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Ner Tamid Synagogue announces Save the Dates for its “Annual Gala: Honoring Mark and Janice Baker” at 6 p.m., Saturday, February 27 and “Bagels and Bubbles: Family Brunch” at 11 a.m., Sunday, February 28.

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Downtown presents “Rabbi and Retirees Luncheon” at noon, Wednesday, March 31. This event will include lunch and an inspiring message. Click here to rsvp.

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Downtown presents “Rabbi and Retirees Luncheon” at noon, Wednesday, May 12. This event will include lunch and an inspiring message. Click here to rsvp.

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Please send your Jewish community calendar items and announcements to assistant editor Cailin Acosta via cailin.acosta@sdjewishworld.com

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