The High Holidays have the power to lift us out of our individual worlds and connect us deeply to one another and to that which connects us all. We are thrilled to be partnering with Jewish Studio Project and the Berkeley High Holy Day Community again this year to bring you a moving and heart-opening…
Join the JCC East Bay and Jewish Studio Project for Rosh Hashanah Services (in-person and virtually)! Our musical, liturgically-grounded, and justice-themed services will blend the familiar with the original to open your hearts and pave the path for a new year filled with intention and creativity. Erev Rosh Hashanah September 15, 2023 7:00pm-8:30pm Rosh Hashanah…
In lieu of traditional Yom Kippur services this year, we are thrilled to be launching a brand new offering – The Art of Forgiveness: a Yom Kippur Immersive Studio Experience. Gather with us to explore the theme of forgiveness in core Jewish Studio Project fashion – a deeply creative and personal experience through hands-on art-making, text exploration…
How does the Jewish holiday cycle work? What are the animating ideas, themes, and visions of its practice? Is there space for dissent, doubt, or disaffection in the calendar? How do we carry out Jewish celebrations if we are not yet experts? Join the JCC Parent Club Chevruta* (group of learners), as we discuss these…
How does the Jewish holiday cycle work? What are the animating ideas, themes, and visions of its practice? Is there space for dissent, doubt, or disaffection in the calendar? How do we carry out Jewish celebrations if we are not yet experts? Join the JCC Parent Club Chevruta* (group of learners), as we discuss these…
How does the Jewish holiday cycle work? What are the animating ideas, themes, and visions of its practice? Is there space for dissent, doubt, or disaffection in the calendar? How…
Join us for Yiddish Conversation! Participants will take turns reading various Yiddish passages aloud – laughing at the stories together, connecting with like-minded community members, and keeping the art of…
A new program from the JCC East Bay that centers on teens, and parents of teens, to be in community as we learn and grow through diverse discussions. ______________________________________________________ January…
A JCC East Bay group that meets weekly on Wednesdays to play American Mah Jongg! This group is for more experienced players or those wanting to sharpen their competitive edge. Join for good company, tea, and fierce games of Mah Jongg. Drop-ins are welcome. For more information email Gravity (gravity.goldberg@jcceastbay.org).