The JCC East Bay is in its second year of a pilot artist-in-residency program on the site of the future East Bay Jewish Community Campus. By offering local Jewish artists practicing in the visual, media, and/or writing mediums access to a small, centrally-located studio with good natural light, our hope is to share the benefit…
Tzedakah and Tikkun Olam at the JCC East Bay! This winter, we are partnering with Jewish Family & Community Services of the East Bay for a donation drive. Community members are invited to donate new and unopened hygiene products: Toothpaste Toothbrushes Floss Bar soap Deodorant Shampoo Conditioner Razors Hand soap Drop-off bins are located in…
We're thrilled to share a new learning opportunity: Introduction to Kabbalah! Join Elly Malka for an introductory class on Kabbalah, where you'll explore the history of this mystical tradition, learn how it views and illustrates creation, and discover the significance of the 10 Sephirot. If you're curious about Kabbalah, this is the perfect opportunity to…
The JCC East Bay Beginner Mah Jongg Class is back! This 3-part class is an in-depth, comprehensive tutorial on how to play American Mah Jongg, led by our esteemed JCC East Bay instructors. Class Descriptions: Class 1: Introduction to the tiles, rules on how to play, and the (Jewish) history of American Mah Jongg Class…
A JCC East Bay group that meets each Monday to play American Mah Jongg! This group is for newer players or those wanting to practice playing in community. Join for good company, tea, and a delightful game of Mah Jongg! RSVP required. Email Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org) to confirm your attendance.
Play Canasta at the JCC East Bay! This group is intended for players experienced in classic Canasta, not modern Canasta. If you are a beginner looking to learn, please stay tuned for a beginners group! This group will meet weekly, on Tuesdays, from 11am - 1pm. RSVPs are requested, limited space each week. Register…
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 Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org).
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 the Yiddish language alive! Please email Noah to RSVP: noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org
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. We will be getting ready for Chanukah with songs, crafts, and special snacks! Tailored especially for families with…
Join our monthly series celebrating The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance! Great for musicians, dancers, and enthusiasts to meet, schmooze, or simply to take in the beauty of these rich traditions. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. This month’s workshop is all about Sephardic music and dance! Dror and Jamie will teach beautiful Sephardic…
The JCC East Bay Beginner Mah Jongg Class is back! This 3-part class is an in-depth, comprehensive tutorial on how to play American Mah Jongg, led by our esteemed JCC East Bay instructors. Class Descriptions: Class 1: Introduction to the tiles, rules on how to play, and the (Jewish) history of American Mah Jongg Class…
A JCC East Bay group that meets each Monday to play American Mah Jongg! This group is for newer players or those wanting to practice playing in community. Join for good company, tea, and a delightful game of Mah Jongg! RSVP required. Email Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org) to confirm your attendance.
Play Canasta at the JCC East Bay! This group is intended for players experienced in classic Canasta, not modern Canasta. If you are a beginner looking to learn, please stay tuned for a beginners group! This group will meet weekly, on Tuesdays, from 11am - 1pm. RSVPs are requested, limited space each week. Register…
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 Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org).
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 the Yiddish language alive! Please email Noah to RSVP: noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org
Join the JCC East Bay Older Adults Book Club! Our book club will meet on the third Thursday of each month from 10:30-11:30am, right before our monthly Nosh With Your Neighbors gathering. The group will collaborate to decide which book they want to read based on the members' interests and preferences! Participation in the book…
Light up your Chanukah! Join us at the JCC East Bay with our partners Camp Tawonga, Maccabi Sports Camp, Eden Village West, Camp Newman, The J, Jewish Contemporary Museum, and Berkeley Moshav on a journey around the world. We'll have crafts, music, games, food, and more! Collect passport stamps as you explore a variety of global Chanukah customs…
It's a teen-led Chanukah Party brought to you by Midrasha! Join us for a Chanukah party featuring delicious sufganiyot, Israeli Chanukah rituals, a dreidel competition, dancing, and so much more. This event has been planned by the Midrasha Holiday and Event Planning Leadership Track. Register here. Cost: $5/person This event is open to teens in…
The JCC East Bay Beginner Mah Jongg Class is back! This 3-part class is an in-depth, comprehensive tutorial on how to play American Mah Jongg, led by our esteemed JCC East Bay instructors. Class Descriptions: Class 1: Introduction to the tiles, rules on how to play, and the (Jewish) history of American Mah Jongg Class…
A JCC East Bay group that meets each Monday to play American Mah Jongg! This group is for newer players or those wanting to practice playing in community. Join for good company, tea, and a delightful game of Mah Jongg! RSVP required. Email Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org) to confirm your attendance.
Play Canasta at the JCC East Bay! This group is intended for players experienced in classic Canasta, not modern Canasta. If you are a beginner looking to learn, please stay tuned for a beginners group! This group will meet weekly, on Tuesdays, from 11am - 1pm. RSVPs are requested, limited space each week. Register…
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 Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org).
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 the Yiddish language alive! Please email Noah to RSVP: noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org
Join us for the JCC East Bay Intergenerational Chanukah Lantern Walk! This brand new collaboration between the JCC East Bay Preschool and our Community Engagement team will bring together our preschool students, their families, and our Older Adult community. We will begin by gathering at the JCC East Bay for coffee and hot cocoa and…
It's time for Chanukah at the JCC East Bay! Celebrate the festival of lights with a catered lunch at the JCC East Bay. Join us for a delicious meal, Chanukah music, and a chance to connect or reconnect with your community. Whether you're a regular at the JCC East Bay – or this is your…
A JCC East Bay group that meets each Monday to play American Mah Jongg! This group is for newer players or those wanting to practice playing in community. Join for good company, tea, and a delightful game of Mah Jongg! RSVP required. Email Noah (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org) to confirm your attendance.
Play Canasta at the JCC East Bay! This group is intended for players experienced in classic Canasta, not modern Canasta. If you are a beginner looking to learn, please stay tuned for a beginners group! This group will meet weekly, on Tuesdays, from 11am - 1pm. RSVPs are requested, limited space each week. Register…