OCTOBER | | Sunday, October 12, 2008
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Bay Area, Contact for info, San Francisco
The Jewish Study Network and YAD are bringing together young adults from across the Bay Area to build Sukkahs for those who can't build their own. This day of social action will be completed with an online video contest and prize for the best Sukkah building team.
Please contact YAD or the JSN if you are interested in volunteering or know of an organization or family in need.
More info.
Admission: Free
Sponsored by: Young Adults Division, Jewish Study Network
Contact: YAD, 415.512.6280, yad@sfjcf.org | Thursday, October 16, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Museo Italiano, Fort Mason Center, San Francisco
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Network, mix and mingle with BLC! This event will fill up fast, so register today.
Admission: $36 in advance, $45 the day of the event.
Sponsored by: Business Leadership Council (BLC)
Contact: Business Leadership Council, 415.512.6437, blc@sfjcf.org
Register online | Saturday, October 18, 2008
8:00 p.m. | Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California Avenue, San Francisco
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Knessiyat Ha-Sekhel (Church of Reason) hails from the southern Israeli town of Sderot, a frequent target of missiles from Gaza. Their quixotic name comes from author Robert Pirsing’s iconic book, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.
Admission: JCCSF Members: $35 | Public: $42 | Students: $20
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, The Israel Center
Contact: the Israel Center, 415.512.6203, israelcenter@sfjcf.org | Sunday, October 19, 2008
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills
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Please join us - and our broad and diverse coalition members - by learning how the Jewish community is mobilizing for marriage equality.
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Admission: Free.
Sponsored by: Congregation Emanu-El, Congregation Etz Chayim, Congregation Sha'ar Zahav, Congregation Sherith Israel, Congregation Shomrei Torah, JCF, Jewish Community Center of the East Bay, Congregation Beth Sholom, Keddem Congregation, Jewish Mosaic, Kol Tzedek, Kulanu, National Council of Jewish Women, Nehirim, Progressive Jewish Alliance, Institute for Judaism and Sexual Orientation, Jewish Community Relations Council, Anti-Defamation League, South Peninsula Region, North Peninsula Region, LGBT Alliance, Jewish Community Federation of the Greater East Bay, Keshet, Congregation Beth Am
Contact: JCRC Peninsula Region, 650.961.1922, info@jcrc.org | Sunday, October 26, 2008 | University of California, Cal Performances, Zellerbach Hall B, Berkeley, Berkeley
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Since its inception as a radio orchestra in the 1940s, the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra has dedicated itself to playing masterpieces from the Baroque to the contemporary, often presenting the Israeli premieres of these works before cheering crowds. The ensemble is currently enjoying a period of unprecedented artistic growth under its dynamic music director, Leon Botstein, who has received international acclaim for his unusually creative approach to programming.
Admission: $38-80. Buy 1 Get 1 Free! Learn How!
Sponsored by: The Israel Center
Contact: the Israel Center, 415.512.6203, israelcenter@sfjcf.org | Sunday, October 26, 2008
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart St, San Francisco
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Come hear Dan Schur, Director of the Jesse M. Unruh Insitute of Politics at the University of Southern California speak about Israel and the current policital race. This talk will be nonpartisan.
Admission: Free Admission, Refreshments served.
Sponsored by: JCF, TZAVTA
Contact: YAD, 415.512.6280, yad@sfjcf.org | Sunday, October 26, 2008
7:00 p.m. | Private home., RSVP for address, Palo Alto
South Peninsula Women’s Alliance invites you to join us for a non-partisan analysis of this year’s election and its potential impact on Israel by renowned political commentator, KGO radio host, and author of the book "Icon of Evil", John Rothmann.
Admission: Free.
Sponsored by: South Peninsula Region, Women's Alliance
RSVP: South Peninsula Region, 650.919.2100, SouthPen@sfjcf.org | Monday, October 27, 2008
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | 330 Ritch, 330 Ritch St, San Francisco
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Join us, meet some new peeps and learn more about YAD and the Jewish Community Federation. As always, we'll have tasty hors d’oeuvres, good vibes, and several hundred of the coolest, hippest Jewish professionals mingling in one place!
Admission: $10 at the door
Sponsored by: Young Adults Division
Contact: YAD, 415.512.6280, yad@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, October 29, 2008
11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | The Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
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The Women’s Alliance Fall Lion of Judah Luncheon
With keynote speaker Donna Rosenthal.
Award-winning journalist; Author of The Israelis: Ordinary People in an Extraordinary Land.
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Admission: $75
Sponsored by: Women's Alliance
RSVP: The Women's Alliance (San Francisco), 415.512.6292, women@sfjcf.org
Register online | Wednesday, October 29, 2008
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, Koret Boardroom, 2nd Floor, 121 Steuart Street, San Francisco
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The ‘Green’ Movement is not a short-term trend. It’s a macro trend that is transforming our economy. For an increasing number of companies, going green is a profitable way of doing business. Consumers want to patronize companies who share their goal of sustaining and improving our planet. Today, being environmentally conscious does not mean sacrificing quality or paying more. In fact, companies who embrace green find they are winning. Join BLC for an insightful panel discussion featuring distinguished experts who will share valuable information on how the business community and investors are capitalizing on the green movement. More info.
Admission: $18 in advance, $25 the day of the event
Sponsored by: Business Leadership Council (BLC)
Contact: Business Leadership Council, 415.512.6437, blc@sfjcf.org
Register online | Thursday, October 30, 2008
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Private Home, Menlo Park
Family wealth consultant and YFF member Jamie Traeger-Muney will facilitate a small group discussion.
This event is by invitation only.
More info.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCEF office, 415.512.6228, kateb@sfjcf.org | NOVEMBER | | Monday, November 3, 2008
7:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Four Seasons Hotel, 757 Market Street, San Francisco
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Learn from top legal, tax and financial professionals.
Admission: Morning Session $115, Lunch Session $45, Morning & Lunch $160.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: Tax Seminar, 415.512.6215, taxseminar@sfjcf.org
Register online | Thursday, November 6, 2008
6:30 p.m. | Private Home, San Francisco
Family wealth consultant and YFF member Jamie Traeger-Muney will facilitate a small group discussion.
More info.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCEF office, 415.512.6228, kateb@sfjcf.org | Tuesday, November 11, 2008
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart Street, Levitas Library, San Francisco
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Review of Endowment Grant Guidelines including Endowment Fund Policy Statements. This meeting is open to committee members only.
Admission: None.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCF, 415.777.0411, info@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, November 12, 2008 - Sunday,
November 16, 2008 | ILOJ, Tel Aviv, Israel
Join other Lion of Judah women from all over the world as we come together and celebrate in Tel Aviv. This conference leads up to the GA in Jerusalem. More info.
Sponsored by: Women's Alliance
Contact: The Women's Alliance (San Francisco), 415.512.6292, women@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, November 12, 2008
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart Street, Levitas Library, San Francisco
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Review of Endowment Grant Guidelines including Endowment Fund Policy Statement.
Admission: None.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCF, 415.777.0411, info@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, November 12, 2008
7:00 p.m. | Private home, RSVP for location, Foster City
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Join us as we navigate the path towards improving our Jewish community.
Admission: Free
Sponsored by: Women's Alliance
Contact: North Peninsula Region, 650.349.1523, northpen@sfjcf.org | Thursday, November 13, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart St., San Francisco
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The Early Childhood Education Initiative will be taking this opportunity to present our Strategic Business Plan in order to both inform and gain valuable feedback from the community.
Admission: Free.
Sponsored by: JCF
Contact: Jasmine Blanchard, 415.499.1223 x8105, jasmineb@sfjcf.org | Thursday, November 13, 2008
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Private Home, RSVP for Address, Atherton
Heather McLeod discusses her recent book, "Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits." Chip Edelsberg, Executive Director of the Jim Joseph Foundation, responds with its implications on grantmaking in the Jewish community. This event is by invitation only.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCEF - Kate Belohlav, 415.512.6228, endowmentevents@sfjcf.org | Sunday, November 16, 2008 | Jerusalem, Israel
The 2008 GA -- the third to be held in Israel -- will mark Israel's 60th anniversary with a series of high-profile meetings and events in Jerusalem, inspirational visits to the North and South to see how UJC/Federation-supported work supports the Jewish state, and to Israel's cosmopolitan hub, Tel Aviv.
Admission: $300 - $600.
Sponsored by: United Jewish Communities
Contact: UJC Direct, 212.284.6944, ujcdirect@ujc.org
Register online | DECEMBER | | Tuesday, December 2, 2008
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Jewish Community Federation, 121 Steuart Street, Koret - Boardroom, San Francisco
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Meeting to develop community recognition and support for the Jewish Community Endowment Fund. Review of Endowment Grant Guidelines and Endowment Fund Policy Statement.
Admission: None.
Sponsored by: JCF, Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCF, 415.777.0411, info@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, December 10, 2008
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Private Home, Los Altos Hills
Sheryl Sandberg, COO of
Facebook and
Daniel Sokatch, CEO of the Jewish Community
Federation of San Francisco, Peninsula, Marin &
Sonoma Counties, speak on addressing global
poverty and social justice issues through philanthropy. This event is invitation only.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: JCEF - Kate Belohlav, 415.512.6228, endowmentevents@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, December 17, 2008 - Friday,
January 2, 2009 | From the North to the Negev, Israel
This exciting trip is an opportunity to connect with the people and land of Israel. We will be celebrating eight days of Hanukkah and two Shabbats: one in Jerusalem and one in Tzfat. We will have options for experienced travelers and first timers. This is a family trip, there will be options for all age groups including kids.
More info.
Admission: Air and land package $4461. Land only $2605 per person.
Sponsored by: Peninsula Sinai Congregation, North Peninsula Region, Temple Beth Jacob
Contact: North Peninsula Region, 650.349.1523, northpen@sfjcf.org | Sunday, December 21, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Peninsula Jewish Community Center, 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City
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Revel in the spirit of Hanukkah with this annual family favorite! Spend a festive afternoon enjoying live music, entertainment, arts and crafts, adult learning sessions, latkes, and more!
Admission: Free.
Sponsored by: North Peninsula Region, Peninsula Jewish Community Center
Contact: North Peninsula Region, 650.349.1523, northpen@sfjcf.org | Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - Thursday,
December 25, 2008
9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. | Ruby Skye, 420 Mason St, San Francisco
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The original and best annual party for Jewish young adults in the Bay Area! Over a thousand people will enjoy amazing DJs and live entertainment until 2:00 a.m.
Admission: TBD
Sponsored by: Young Adults Division, JCF
Contact: YAD, 415.512.6280, yad@sfjcf.org | FEBRUARY | | Sunday, February 1, 2009 | Jewish Community Endowment Fund, 121 Steuart Street, San Francisco
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Each year, the Jewish Community Endowment Fund invites students to apply for the Haas/Koshland Memorial Award. The grant, which is given annually by the descendents of Walter A. Haas, Sr. and Daniel E. Koshland, Sr., funds a year of study and personal development in Israel.
Admission: Free to apply.
Sponsored by: Jewish Community Endowment Fund
Contact: Laura Mason, Jewish Community Endowment Fund, LauraM@sfjcf.org | Sunday, February 22, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Kehillah Jewish High School, Palo Alto, Jewish Community Federation, San Francisco
Campaign Phone-a-Thon Event: Come meet with your friends and fundraise for the JCF Annual Campaign 2009!
Sponsored by: JCF, Jewish Community Endowment Fund, Community Campaign
Contact: Lisa Kron, 415.512.6279, lisak@sfjcf.org | Tuesday, February 24, 2009
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery St, San Francisco
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Keynote Speaker: Shai Agassi, Founder and CEO, Better Place
The BLC Annual Gala Breakfast is for donors to the Federation’s 2009 Annual Campaign who contribute $1,000 or more.
More info.
Admission: $50 per person
Sponsored by: Business Leadership Council (BLC)
Contact: Business Leadership Council, 415.512.6437, blc@sfjcf.org | MAY | | Friday, May 8, 2009 - Sunday,
May 10, 2009 | Walker Creek Ranch, 1700 Marshall-Petaluma Road, Petaluma
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Join 100 queer Jews, partners, and allies for a weekend unlike any other.
Sponsored by: Nehirim, Jewish Mosaic, Congregation Sha'ar Zahav, LGBT Alliance
Contact: LGBT Alliance, 415.369.2863, lgbt@sfjcf.org |
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