Better Together
with JCC East Bay

An intergenerational program for teens and older adults
at the East Bay Jewish Community Campus in Oakland

Better Together connects senior citizens and teens in our community through intergenerational hevruta or partnerships, shared learning, conversations about Jewish life, identity, heritage, and service.

Nov. 1, 2026  |  Dec. 6, 2026  |  Jan. 10, 2027  |  Feb. 7, 2027  |  March 7, 2027  |  April 25, 2027  |  May 23, 2027

Meets monthly on Sundays, starting November 1

Teens meet 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Seniors meet 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Our first session meets November 1, 2026, for a pickling session!

“What a special experience this was for us … with the remarkable Teens, again and again. Their insight & openness made it a most memorable experience for both of us.”

THELMA BRONET, BT ELDER

“Better Together opened my eyes to the impact of stories . . . It has also made me grateful for the people in my life and how much joy they can bring me and the joy we can give them.”

ROWAN ZUPO, CLASS OF 2026