Building Jewish Bridges is delighted to co-sponsor the Y-Love concert: THIS IS UNITY May 14 at 8pm Free In the Sakura Lounge of the Kabuki Hotel, 1625 Post at Octavia in San Francisco.
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Yom HaShoah 2011
Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Memorial Day is May 1 this year. Learn the history of how the day was established in Israel – and how it is observed – learn more here. Some Bay Area Gatherings Yom HaShoah Community-Wide Commemoration of the Holocaust in Oakland Join us as we remember those millions who died in the…
Read More »Cooking Jewish: Passover
Passover this the most observed Jewish holiday in America. The central element is the meal around the Seder table that reenacts the historical exodus from Egypt. Food and ritual are at the center of this home based holiday. What if you are not Jewish or were not raised Jewish but you are in charge of…
Read More »The Oakland As are holding their first Jewish Heritage Night!
I’ve been to the SF Giants for Jewish Heritage Night but this is the first time the Oakland As are offering this! It will be May 17 at 7pm. I plan to go with friends. You can buy a ticket at this site: http://atmlb.com/i1so26. They’ll put us all in the same section so just come…
Read More »If Not Now, When? Making End of Life Decisions
If not now when? NOW is the time to learn and to act so that your last wishes will be fulfilled. NOW is the time to decide questions of end-of-life medical care, the disbursement of your wealth and possessions, plans and funeral arrangements, mourning rituals that will bring comfort to your survivors. Few experiences are…
Read More »Jewish Welcoming Ceremonies for Babies
Having a baby? Thinking of having one? What if it’s a boy, should you have a Bris? Is there an equally important ceremony for girls? Is it any different for an adopted baby? What does a bris or baby naming mean? Join us to discuss different ceremonies and their meanings, how welcoming ceremonies intersect with…
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