Saturday // April 20th // 6:00pm // In Person

https://app.constantconShine up your Model T, dust off your flapper clothes, and get ready for a sockdollager of an evening that will be the Bee's Knees! Celebrate Rabbi Magat's 25 Years at Temple Emanu-El with a night of fun, excitement, cocktails, dinner, music, dancing and surprises! It's sure to be hotsy totsy

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Sponsor Before March 14th!



During the month of Adar we say: When we enter the month of Adar, our joy increases. “Mi’she’nichnas Adar Marbim B’Simha” One way we celebrate that Haman's plot to annihilate the Jews failed, is by sending portions of treats, called Mishloah Manot, to one another. We are excited to wish all our congregants a joyous Purim, by giving a Mishloach Manot box to all our congregants.

Sponsor Mishloach Manot here

Thursday // February 29th // 7:00pm // Zoom



Back by popular demand! Hear the stories behind your temple friends' personal family treasures that were passed down from generation to generation. Learn about keepsakes that your fellow congregants have, and the amazing stories behind each unique item. This great ZIGZAG program is both educational and entertaining.

Come Share Family Treasures

Friday // March 1st // 7:00pm // Zoom



Shabbat Shalom! We invite you to come join us for this Shabbat Family Services this evening.Tonight, we are honored to have our Mechina Students from our Religious School leading the service. Tonight's experience will be a multi-access service, with options to either attend in person, or watch online.

Join us for Shabbat

Sunday // March 3rd // 10:00am // In Person ONLY



Circles of Connection is a hit! Spring 2024 Circles will be forming at this Bagel Brunch in-person Sign-up Event! Come find out about ways to connect and learn about this exciting program. In person sign-ups for new and existing Circles is required in order to participate in the new spring session! Open to ALL Temple members including families, singles, empty nesters, young and old! RSVP below. Even if you can not attend this kickoff event, please RSVP with your interest.

Returning Circles: Pickleball, L’Chaim & Libations, Park Playdates, Bay Area Hidden Treasures

New Circles: Gardening, Listen to the Music, Take a Hike, Walking, Board Games, Stitchers, Running, Poker Club

Join Your Circle Here!

Tuesday // March 5th // 7:30pm // In Person



Come workout by dancing with your friends! Our very own Loui Tucker leads the Israeli Dancing class, where all abilities are welcome. You'll learn newer and traditional Israeli dances and music. Register below to dance with us.

Let's Go Dancing

Friday // March 8th // 6:00pm & 7:00pm // In Person & Streamed



Shabbat Shalom! We're excited to be bringing you the first Rock Shabbat of 2024 this evening. The theme of the service will be The Beatles! Come wear your tie-dye and join in the magical mystery tour!

Be sure to join Rabbi Magat, Cantor Shafritz, and Temple Emanu-El's very own Rock Shabbat band for a musical and uplifting Shabbat service.

Before the service, at 6pm, you are invited to nosh on snacks and drinks with our appetizer reception. We hope to see you there!

Rock Out With Us on Shabbat

Sunday // March 10th // 10:00am // In Person



Rosh Chodesh means "head of the month." The month begins with the appearance of the new moon (Rosh Chodesh). As early as the 1970s, Jewish women have been marking Rosh Chodesh as a time for prayer and study. The month of Adar is traditionally a time when we increase our joy as we get ready for the celebration of Purim later in the month. Join Cantor Shafritz and Sisterhood to bring in this month of happiness with some nosh, study, and a craft activity.

Join Sisterhood For Rosh Chodesh

Sunday // March 17th // 12:30pm // In Person



Please join us for crochet, knitting, cross stitch, sewing, and quilting circle on March 17th at 12:30pm. Come hang out with your friends and bring any projects! If you need help getting started or have questions, no worries! That's what we're here for! It'll be a great time! Hope to see you there!

Join us for quilting, knitting and more!

Saturday // March 23rd // 6:00pm // In Person



Purim is coming! Come dressed up in your best costume with drinks for everyone to share. We're going back to the 60s, 70s & the 80s! We'll have Megillah reading, food, drinks & more! Bring your best outfit and dance skills for a totally tublar night, dude!

We'll have LIVE music provided by our Temple Emanu-El Congregants! Don't miss out!

Sign up and party with us!

Sunday // March 24th // 7:00pm // Zoom



Come play Bingo with all of your Sisterhood friends! This is a great opportunity to lounge from the comfort of your home, while socializing and playing with everyone. We hope to see you there. More details from Sisterhood coming soon. Questions? Contact Joy at sisterhood@templesanjose.org.

Come Play Bingo!

Saturday // April 6th // 5:00pm // In Person



Join Temple Emanu-El Preschool and Temple Emanu-El at the SJ Giants game on Saturday, April 6th, at 5pm!

We are raffling off the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the game!

1 ticket for $1, 12 for $10, & 24 for $20.

NOTE: You will need to purchase game tickets in order to throw out the first pitch. These tickets are separate from the raffle tickets.

Get ALL your tickets here!

Sunday, March 3rd // 1:30pm // In Person

On Sunday March 3rd, 2024, in San Francisco, 1:30PM our entire Jewsih community will march from Embarcadero Plaza and culminate at Civic Center Plaza, where a diverse array of prominent politicians, community and media figures will strongly state: “Never Again”.

The Unity March is a community effort in response to the escalating acts against the Jewish community.

We have more than 60 organizations sponsoring the event, strong speakers and non-Jewish representatives standing up for us, the Jewish Community.

Join The Unity March Here

Sunday, March 3rd // 3:00pm // In Person

After holding L'Dor V'Dor virtually for three years, we are excited that we can come together in person to celebrate the accomplishments of Hillel of Silicon Valley and honor those who, through their actions and efforts, have made an impact to benefit Jewish students. This year's event will take place on March 3, 2024 from 3 pm to 5:00 pm at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. This year's theme is Hatikvah-Hope.

Attend the L'Dor V'dor Celebration Here

March 9th & 10th // Congregational Beth Jacob // In Person

Antisemitism and anti-Zionism continue to be on the rise. In the face of this hatred, our most valuable assets are knowing who we are as Jews, understanding options for responding to current narratives in the media and the streets, as well as strategies for having meaningful conversations with our kids about all of this. Congregation Beth Jacob in Redwood City is hosting 3 adult workshops and 2 teen workshops on March 9th and 10th in order to examine Jewish identity and pride as a backdrop for understanding and responding to antisemitism

Register Here

Weekly on Tuesdays // 7:00pm

Join Bay Area Jewish leaders and synagogues for a collaborative introduction to Judaism course. This course presents an overview of major aspects of Judaism, including practice, belief, and history. Taught by five rabbis, from four different synagogues and from Jewish Silicon Valley, the course gives students exposure to a variety of approaches and practices.

Register Here

We are all grieving and trying to process the recent attacks and events that are taking place in Israel. Many of us are wondering how we can support Israel, families or others who have been impacted by these attacks. Our friends at The J. Weekly, have compiled a list of organizations that are supporting assistance in various ways. If you want to get involved, please check the link below.

Find resources here