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SUMMARY:Family Tu B’Shvat
DESCRIPTION:Let’s plant a tree…. It’s Tu B’Shvat!\nJoin us for an afternoon of celebration\, exploration\, and creativity as we celebrate the birthday of the trees with Camp Tawonga\, Eden Village West\, Jewish Gateways\, and Berkeley Moshav. \nExplore the Jewish value of Caring of the Earth – Shmirat ha-adamah with nature-based crafts\, tree and seed planting\, recycling projects\, fruit sampling\, a tree birthday party\, and an optional multilingual (English/Spanish/Hebrew) nature walk to Live Oak Park. \nThis Tu B’Shvat event is geared for children ages 3 – 8 years. Everyone is welcome! \n  \nRegister here.\nCost: $6/person (No cost for children under 2)
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/family-tu-bshvat-2025/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,HOLIDAY
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Experience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \nWe will be getting ready for Purim with songs\, games\, crafts\, and special snacks! \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n_________________________ \nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra música creativa\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través de cantos y movimientos alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en esta animada cita musical. \n¡Nos estaremos preparando para Purim con canciones\, manualidades\, y refrigerios especiales! \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n  \nRegister here.\n  \n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-2025-02-23/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20240711T153920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T181839Z
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SUMMARY:Purim Carnival!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate Purim!\nPurim is a holiday celebrating Queen Esther\, who saved the Jewish people in ancient Persia. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the JCC East Bay – costumes are encouraged! \nWe’ll have: \n✅ Carnival games\n✅ Crafts\n✅ Face painting\n✅ Hamantaschen\n✅ Mishloach manot\n✅ Purim spiel \nPlus\, a very special kids’ talent show! \n_________________________________ \nRegister here.\nCost: $36 per family
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/purim-carnival-2025/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,HOLIDAY,PURIM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250323T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250323T120000
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Experience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \nWe will be getting ready for Passover with songs\, crafts\, and special snacks! \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n_________________________ \nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra música creativa\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través de cantos y movimientos alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en esta animada cita musical. \n¡Nos estaremos preparando para Passover con canciones\, manualidades\, y refrigerios especiales! \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n  \nRegister here.\n  \n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-2025-03-23/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T120000
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:It’s our final session of ¡Cantamos! for the 2024-25 season\, you don’t want to miss it! \nExperience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n_________________________ \nEs nuestra última sesión de ¡Cantamos! para la temporada 2024-25\, ¡no te lo querrás perder! \nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra música creativa\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través de cantos y movimientos alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en esta animada cita musical. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n  \nRegister here.\n  \n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-2025-04-27/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T120000
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SUMMARY:Israeli Welcome Brunch and Gathering
DESCRIPTION:הנכם מוזמנים לבראנץ’ פתיחת השנה וקבלת פנים למשפחות ישראליות שתערך ב JCC בברקלי! \nברוכים הבאים לברקלי! אנחנו כל כך שמחים שהגעתם\, נשמח להזמין אתכם לבראנץ’ קבלת פנים ומפגש למשפחות ישראליות ב-JCC East Bay. \nהאירוע יהווה הזדמנות ל: \nלהכיר משפחות ישראליות חדשות באיזור\nלהתחבר למשפחות ותיקות באזור שתוכלנה להציע תמיכה והכוונה לחיים באזור\nלגלות משאבים שיכולים לעזור במעבר ולהקל על ההשתלבות בקהילה\nוסתם הזדמנות נהדרת לבלות עם אנשים נהדרים מהקהילה\, לחבר ילדים ומבוגרים \nאנחנו נרגשים לקבל את פניכם באופן אישי ולעזור לכם להרגיש בבית בקהילה החמה והתוססת שלנו. \nאם יש לכם שאלות\, אל תהססו לפנות ל-Gravity בכתובת: gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org \n____________________________ \nDear Families\, \nWelcome to Berkeley! We’re so glad you’re here\, and we’d love to invite you to a Welcome Brunch and Gathering for Israeli Families at the JCC East Bay. \nThis casual and friendly event is a chance to: \nMeet other Israeli families who are also new to the area\nConnect with longtime local families who can offer friendship\, support\, and insight into life in the East Bay\nDiscover helpful resources to ease your transition and build community. \n____________________________ \nRegister here
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/israeli-welcome-brunch/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20250829T162422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T155720Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Come welcome the Jewish New Year at ¡Cantamos!\nBlow the shofar! Dip apples in honey! Experience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. \nTogether\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n_________________________ \n¡Ven a recibir el Año Nuevo Judío en ¡Cántamos!\n¡Toca el shofar! ¡Moja las manzanas en miel! Experimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra música creativa\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. \nJuntos\, a través de cantos y movimientos alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en esta animada cita musical. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \nRegister here.\n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-9-2025/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20250910T183326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T183502Z
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SUMMARY:Sukkot Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Get your shake on!\nCelebrate Sukkot with the JCC East Bay. We’ve partnered with Berkeley Moshav\, Jewtina y Co.\, Eden Village West\, Wilderness Torah\, and Camp Tawonga to bring you a fun and interactive afternoon. \n\n\nShake a lulav and etrog\, make a delicious smoothie\, decorate a family picture frame\, create multicultural sukkah decorations\, play Sukkot games\, and more! \n\n\nRegister here.\nCost: $12/per adult
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/sukkot-celebration-2025/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Jewish Life,SUKKOT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251021T180904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T181435Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Experience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n_________________________ \nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra creativa música\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través del canto y el movimiento alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en este animado encuentro musical. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \nRegister here.\n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim\, Jewtina y Co.\, and Tkiya.
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-9/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251020T150849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T202756Z
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SUMMARY:Sigd Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Sigd with the JCC East Bay and Be’chol Lashon!\nJoin us for a joyful\, family-friendly\, and educational celebration of Sigd\, an Ethiopian Jewish holiday that honors community\, renewal\, and connection to tradition. \nStay after school pick-up to learn about Sigd through art-making activities and Ethiopian treats. Taste ginger cookies and spiced tea while exploring a comic book display\, designing colorful umbrellas\, crafts\, music\, and other activities celebrating Ethiopian Jewish heritage! \nBetween 4-5 PM\, Beza Getaneh Abebe will share with Edah and preschool students her story of growing up as part of the Beta Israel community\, as well as teach about Sigd. \nPresented in partnership with Be’chol Lashon\, an organization that celebrates the racial and ethnic diversity of the Jewish people\, and the JCC East Bay\, a welcoming home for Jewish life\, learning\, and community. \nSigd\, observed fifty days after Yom Kippur\, is a day of reflection\, prayer\, and rejoicing—marking the ancient longing for Jerusalem and the strength of Jewish unity. \nCome learn\, create\, and celebrate together! \nRegister here.\nCost: Free!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/sigd-family-festival/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251116T213346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T205107Z
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SUMMARY:Family Chanukah Festival: Spark!
DESCRIPTION:Make Your Chanukah Sparkle!\nRegistration required: Click here to purchase tickets on Eventbrite\nLight up your Chanukah with hands-on discovery\, joyful Jewish learning\, and STEM-based activities that illuminate the magic of the holiday! Join us at the JCC East Bay — along with our wonderful partners Camp Tawonga\, Wilderness Torah\, Eden Village West\, Oakland Hebrew Day School\, The Contemporary Jewish Museum\, and Camp Newman — for an afternoon full of creativity\, community\, and festive fun. \nFamilies will enjoy crafts\, music\, games\, and delicious treats while exploring the themes of Chanukah through science and art. Spark excitement with activities such as: \n✨ Circuit-powered hanukiyas \n✨ Window art and other sparkly decorative crafts \n✨ Dreidel games for all ages \n✨ Glow-in-the-dark games\, hula hoops\, and face painting \n✨ Making — and tasting! — gooey sufganiyot\, sizzling latkes\, and spun-sugar cotton candy \n✨ …and so much more! \nPerfect for families with children ages 2-8\, this celebration blends joyful play with meaningful Jewish learning about light\, resilience\, and creativity. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our partners here:\n\nCamp Tawonga\nWilderness Torah\nEden Village West\nThe Contemporary Jewish Museum\nOakland Hebrew Day School\nCamp Newman
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/family-chanukah-festival-spark/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHANUKAH,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251207T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T210938Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Experimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judías y latinas con Verónica Freidkes!\n\n\n\nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra creativa música\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través del canto y el movimiento alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en este animado encuentro musical. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n¡REGÍSTRESE HOY!\n\n*** \n\nExperience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-10/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251222T222702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T011816Z
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SUMMARY:Tu B'Shvat Family Celebration (CANCELED)
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This event has been canceled.\nLet’s plant a tree…. It’s Tu B’Shvat!\nCome delight in p’ri ha-etz (the fruit of the trees) with JCC East Bay & Wilderness Torah for a Tu B’Shvat celebration! \nConnect with the trees through making tea blends\, recycled paper seed balls\, bicycle-powered smoothies & other nature-based activities\, followed by a Tu B’Shvat mini-seder! The short\, kabbalistic-inspired\, Tu B’Shvat seder\, will include 4 fruit tastings with guided\, nature-connected\, sensory exploration. The celebration concludes with an optional nature walk to Live Oak Park. \n2–3 PM Activities and Tu B’Shvat seder \n3–3:30 Optional tour of the tree in Live Oak Park \nJoin the JCC East Bay\, Wilderness Torah\, Keshet\, Olamim and Camp Tawonga for an afternoon of celebration\, exploration\, and creativity! \nThis event is geared for children ages 3 – 8 years. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/family-tu-bshvat-2026/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,HOLIDAY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T120000
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CREATED:20251207T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T210938Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:Experimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judías y latinas con Verónica Freidkes!\n\n\n\nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra creativa música\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos\, a través del canto y el movimiento alegres\, abrazaremos nuestro vínculo cultural compartido en este animado encuentro musical. \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n¡REGÍSTRESE HOY!\n\n*** \n\nExperience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. Together\, through joyful singing and movement\, we’ll embrace our shared cultural bond in this lively musical rendezvous. \n¡Cantamos! is a collaboration between JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-10/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T232953Z
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SUMMARY:Purim Carnival: Under the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a fin-tastic Purim celebration at the JCC East Bay! Our Under the Sea Purim Carnival is packed with color\, costumes\, and joyful chaos for kids and families alike. \n🐙 Bounce your way through the afternoon\n🐟  Explore a glowing black-light “aquarium”\n🎯 Play carnival games and win prizes\n🎨 Get face-painted in ocean-inspired style\n🎭 Cheer on a kid-run Purim Spiel\n🎁 Enjoy Mishloach Manot\n🍕 Make pizza hamantaschen & other holiday treats \nPlus\, even more fun with Camp Tawonga\, Maccabi Sports\, and other fantastic community partners! \nCostumes encouraged. Mermaids\, pirates\, sea creatures\, and superheroes welcome. 🐳⚓ \nRegister Here
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/purim-carnival-under-the-sea/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,PURIM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20251207T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T164057Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Time for ¡Cantamos! \nThis is a free event.\nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra creativa música\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos exploraremos varios temas de Pesaj\, cantando en diferentes lenguajes y compartiendo cuentos relacionados con la festividad. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n¡REGÍSTRESE HOY!\n\n*** \n\nExperience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. This session we’ll explore the many themes of Passover through multilingual singing and storytelling. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0–8. All are welcome! \n¡Cantamos! is presented through a partnership among JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-10-2026-03-22/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20260331T162607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T194545Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Ha'atzmaut
DESCRIPTION:Yom Ha’atzmaut: Let’s find JOY in our culture\, community\, and connections!\nCelebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israel’s Independence Day) with a fun-filled and meaningful evening with your community. We’ll have Israel-themed activities for kids\, Israeli dinner from the Hummus Bodega food truck\, Hora dancing\, music from Chavurat Hazemer\, a community sing-a-long\, Leila Tov for kids\, and more! \nTo help make this event successful\, we will need the support of volunteers. Please consider signing up using this form. \nRegister here\nCost: $25/per adult\, $15/per child
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/yom-haatzmaut-2026/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T135309
CREATED:20260309T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T163721Z
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SUMMARY:¡Cantamos!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Time for ¡Cantamos! \nExperimente la fusión rítmica de las tradiciones judía y latina con Verónica Freidkes\, nuestra creativa música\, educadora infantil y cantante argentina. Juntos celebraremos la primavera\, sus flores y colores\, y nuestra responsabilidad de cuidar a nuestro planeta\, “Shomrei Adamah.” \nDiseñado especialmente para familias con niños de 0 a 8 años. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! \n¡Cantamos! es una colaboración entre JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \n¡REGÍSTRESE HOY!\n\n*** \n\nExperience the rhythmic fusion of Jewish and Latin traditions with Verónica Freidkes\, our creative musician\, child educator\, and Argentinian singer. This session we’ll celebrate the many colors and blooms of springtime through multilingual songs and stories exploring the natural world and our commitment to “Shomrei Adamah” – protecting our planet. \nTailored especially for families with children ages 0-8. All are welcome! \n¡Cantamos! is presented through a partnership among JCC East Bay\, Olamim \, Jewtina y co \, and Tkiya. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://jcceastbay.org/events/cantamos-2026-04-26/
LOCATION:JCC East Bay\, 1414 Walnut Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family Engagement,Jewish Life
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