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Jewish Events in The San Francisco Bay Area

39 upcoming Jewish community events in the San Francisco Bay Area from Jewish Federation Bay Area's calendar: classes, holiday celebrations, family and young adult programs, volunteering and more.

Updated daily · last read Oct 7, 2026

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October 2026

Oct 7 Commemoration and Conversation with Fauda Co-Creator, Avi Issacharoff
Wed, Oct 76:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Emanu-El
Gather in community as we commemorate October 7 and reflect on the importance of telling this story with dignity. As we mark October 7 together, we invite the San Francisco Jewish community to come together for an…
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Today
Our Memories, Our Hope, Our Community–An October 7 Memorial Event
Wed, Oct 77:30 – 8:30 PMOshman Family JCC
You are invited to an evening of remembrance, hope and unity as we come together to mark October 7. Through personal testimony, art and music, we will hear firsthand stories from family member of Kibbutz Nir Oz, an IDF…
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Today
Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Oct 86:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Tomorrow
Families
Wornick Jewish Day School: Admissions Info Session and Tour for Prospective Parents
Thu, Oct 87:00 – 8:30 PMWornick Jewish Day School
Discover what makes Wornick a place where students are known, challenged, and inspired. Join us for an evening to explore our beautiful campus, meet our dedicated educators, and experience how Wornick nurtures academic…
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Tomorrow
Families
Center for Children and Youth: Sunday Funday
Sun, Oct 1110:30 AM – 12:00 PMCenter for Children and Youth/Parents Place
Connect with other SF families with music, play and baby/tot family fun. (0-5 years) (New Parents) (Jewish Parenting) Join Jen Altman of JBN for a fun morning of music, dancing, puppets, friends and snacks in a…
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This week
Families
Newborn Playgroup for Babies 0 – 9 Months
Sun, Oct 1110:30 AM – 12:00 PMJFCS
Join JBN Director Carol Booth, MA, at the JFCS Playroom in Palo Alto to learn about your baby and get to know other new parents of newborns near you. Connect with your baby through interactive Jewish rituals and…
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This week
2026 FiDF Annual Gala
Sun, Oct 116:00 – 10:00 PM
On October 11th, during Fleet Week, as America honors those who serve, FIDF San Francisco will bring together community members, innovators, and philanthropists, for a historic night celebrating the bond between those…
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This week
Families
CCJDS Sunday Funday
Sun, Oct 1810:00 – 11:30 AMContra Costa Jewish Day School
Join us for Sunday Funday at Contra Costa Jewish Day School! Come play, explore, and connect with us during a fun-filled morning for young children and their grown-ups. Enjoy activities for the whole family, explore…
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J Street Policy Center Symposium – From Vision to Action: Shaping the Future of US Foreign Policy
Sun, Oct 181:00 – 4:00 PMThe JCCSF
Street is pleased to welcome you to commemorate a landmark moment: the official renaming of the Gallanter–Winograd Policy Center. This gathering will mark where vision meets momentum and community fuels action.…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Oct 226:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Families
Etz Chayim: Family Fun Time
Sun, Oct 2510:00 – 11:30 AMEtz Chayim
Get to know other Peninsula families with little ones and celebrate with music and play. (0-5 years) (New Parents) (Jewish Parenting) Join JBN’s Carol Booth and our Etz Chayim friends for Sunday playtime with singing…
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Families
Design Challenge for 4th and 5th Graders and Middle School Info Session for Parents
Sun, Oct 253:30 – 5:30 PMWornick Jewish Day School
Join us for an exciting afternoon where future middle school students can experience the creativity, collaboration, and innovation that make our program unique! 4th & 5th Grade Students will work together in a hands-on…
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Pink Challah Bake
Sun, Oct 254:30 – 6:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Join us for a meaningful evening celebrating Jewish women and honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn the art of making and braiding challah from start to finish, discover the deeper meaning behind its…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Oct 276:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Tue, Oct 276:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Emanu-El
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
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November 2026

Z3 Conference 2026
Sun, Nov 18:00 AM – 7:30 PMOshman Family JCC
Join us for the 12th Z3 Conference, the leading hub for Diaspora-Israel dialogue.
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Nov 36:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Families
Wornick Day School: Admissions Info Session and Tour for Prospective Parents
Wed, Nov 47:00 – 8:30 PMWornick Jewish Day School
Discover what makes Wornick a place where students are known, challenged, and inspired. Join us for an evening to explore our beautiful campus, meet our dedicated educators, and experience how Wornick nurtures academic…
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Online
Community Security Webinar: Awareness to Action
Thu, Nov 512:00 – 1:00 PMOnline
From Awareness to Action: Practical Tools for Community Security Knowledge is one of our strongest tools for keeping our community safe. Join the Federation’s Community Security Team for a practical webinar designed to…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Nov 56:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Older To Elder: Elders Shabbaton (Ages 55+)
Fri, Nov 6Chochmat HaLev and Tilden Regional Park
Discover what it means to move from simply growing older to becoming an elder at this immersive commuter Shabbaton for Jewish adults 55+. This is a unique opportunity to spend Shabbat reflecting on your elder journey…
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Older To Elder 2026-27 Programs Information Session
Mon, Nov 99:00 – 10:00 AM
Adamah SF’s Older To Elder is offering programming for Jewish adults seeking to explore elderhood with wisdom, purpose, and community. Rooted in Earth-based Judaism, these offerings invite us to learn from the seasons…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Nov 106:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Behind-the-Scenes: New York City Art
Tue, Nov 10
Join us for an intimate trip to New York City, traveling alongside Federation Board Chair Laura Lauder with a small group of fellow lay leaders and major donors. Over three days, you’ll explore curator-guided tours of…
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StandWithUs Northern California’s 2026 San Francisco Community Reception
Sun, Nov 155:00 – 8:30 PMSan Francisco
Please join StandWithUs Northern California for our annual Community Reception in San Francisco on Nov. 15. We will be honoring Dumisani Washington, Founder/CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI)…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Nov 176:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Nov 196:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Nov 246:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Tue, Nov 246:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Emanu-El
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
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December 2026

The Kabbalah of Meaning
Tue, Dec 16:00 – 7:00 PMChabad Jewish Center of Petaluma
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Wornick Day school: Admissions Info Session for Prospective Parents (Zoom)
Wed, Dec 28:00 – 9:00 PMOnline
Discover what makes Wornick a place where every child is known, inspired, and empowered to thrive. Join us from the comfort of your home to learn how our school combines academic excellence, joyful Jewish learning, and…
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AIPAC San Francisco Leadership Event
Thu, Dec 36:30 – 8:30 PM
This event is by invitation only. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Dec 36:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Families
Hanukkah Party at The Reading Bug with Isaac Zones for 3-5 Year Olds and Families
Sun, Dec 610:00 – 11:00 AMThe Reading Bug
Get ready for Hanukkah with themed activities with Wornick teachers and music with Isaac Zones at The Reading Bug! This event is co-sponsored by PJCC and PJ Library.
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Dec 176:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Tue, Dec 226:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Emanu-El
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Thu, Dec 316:30 – 8:30 PMCongregation Beth Sholom
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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January 2027

Online
TK/Kindergarten Readiness Info Session (Zoom)
Thu, Jan 7, 20278:00 – 9:00 PMOnline
Learn how to support your child’s transition to TK and Kindergarten. Zoom link will be provided to registered attendees prior to the event.
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Families
Science Fun for Families with 0-5 Year Olds
Sun, Jan 10, 202710:00 – 11:30 AMWornick Jewish Day School
Spark a lifelong interest in science with interactive experiments and activities for age 0-5. This event is co-sponsored by PJCC, PJ Library, and Jewish Baby Network.
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About events in the San Francisco Bay Area

These are the community events Jewish Federation Bay Area publishes on its calendar at jewishfed.org, read by FedFinder every day. Religious services, holiday dates and internal meetings aren't included here; the full calendar has them. A listing on a public calendar isn't always open to everyone, so check eligibility and registration with the host.

Jewish Federation Bay Area on FedFinder → Programs, ways to get involved, and how to get in touch.

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Questions

Where can I find Jewish events in the San Francisco Bay Area?

This page lists the upcoming community events on Jewish Federation Bay Area's calendar (39 right now), read daily. For the Federation's programs, services and how to get involved, see its FedFinder page.

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Many are. Each listing says so when it's open to all; otherwise check eligibility, cost and registration with the host before you go.

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