12pm – 3pm
San Francisco Social Hall, Congregation Am Tikvah, 625 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco
Congregation Am Tikvah's Tikkun Olam Day, an afternoon of community service and repair-the-world activities held in the synagogue's social hall.
6:30pm – 8pm
San Francisco Congregation Beth Sholom, 301 14th Avenue, San Francisco
Guest scholar Eran Kaplan gives a talk at Congregation Beth Sholom on the upcoming Israeli election, Oct 20 evening.
1pm – 2pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Jewish ethnobotany expert Naomi Stein talks at JCCSF about plants and practices for healthy aging, drawing on Jewish texts, foodways and herbal medicine; for adults, with herbal tea.
5pm – 7:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
Watch Game 3 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream together at the synagogue. Guests are encouraged to wear purple; free registration.
7pm – 9:30pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
JCCSF and SFFILM screening of Scorsese's The Last Waltz for the 50th anniversary of The Band's farewell concert, with a pre-film conversation featuring Ben Fong-Torres; for film and music fans.
7pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Israeli journalist Haviv Rettig Gur joins Senior Rabbi Ryan Bauer at Congregation Emanuel-El for an open conversation about Israeli politics and current questions.
6:30pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Beth Sholom, 301 14th Ave, San Francisco
Opening session of an introductory course on Jewish life, practice and thought, open to anyone curious.
4pm
San Francisco The Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery St, San Francisco
A three-day Shalom Hartman Institute conference (Oct 23-25) for lay leaders and learners on Jewish thought, with the theme of Israeli and American elections. Opening program Friday at 4pm.
6pm – 8pm
San Francisco Private home in Laurel Heights, San Francisco (address sent after RSVP)
A kosher-style Shabbat dinner for students from any SF campus and their families and friends, timed with USF's family weekend.
6pm – 7:15pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
Sherith Israel's Pink and Teal Shabbat for Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Kabbalat Shabbat with a guest speaker and learning about Sharsheret, supporting Jewish women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer.
7pm – 10pm
San Francisco Chabad of San Francisco, 873 Sutter Street, San Francisco
Monthly Shabbat dinner for Jewish young professionals in their 20s and 30s.
3pm – 5pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
A hands-on clay workshop where participants build and glaze their own pair of Shabbat candlesticks.
6:30pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake St, San Francisco
First session of a series in which Rabbi David Kasher introduces havruta study and the structure of the Mishnah, using Hadar's 'The Mishnah in Context' course. Further sessions follow in February and March.
6:30pm – 8pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
First session of a four-part class exploring Judaism as a lived practice: God, prayer, blessings, Shabbat and mindfulness, with practices to try between sessions.
6:30pm – 8pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
A behind-the-scenes look at the sanctuary's historic organ, then a private concert with champagne and bites.
6pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah, 625 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco
Family-friendly Friday evening Shabbat service followed by a spaghetti dinner in the Social Hall. Held on several Fridays through the year; this is the first.
6pm – 7:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
Shabbat evening honoring Jonathan Dimmock, who is retiring after more than two decades of organ, piano and choir leadership at the congregation. Champagne and light appetizers.
7:15pm
San Francisco Congregation Beth Sholom, 301 14th Avenue, San Francisco
A Friday-night dinner and conversation between Rabbi Russell and Mohammad Darawshe of Givat Haviva on building a shared future for Jewish and Arab citizens of Israel. Registration required.
5pm – 7:30pm
San Francisco Old Empire Theater, 85 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco
A kosher New York-style deli pop-up with pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, hosted by Chabad of the Neighborhood. Preordering is recommended.
6pm – 7:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah, 625 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco
First session of a four-part study series on the Book of Job, meeting every other Thursday through Dec 17.
6:30pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Chef and author Beejhy Barhany shares her Ethiopian-Israeli story and the meaning of Sigd, followed by dishes from her cookbook.
6:30pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
Two rabbis discuss decision-making amid competing values and building coalitions across disagreement; reception first.
7pm – 9pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
A concert of new songs and Yiddish versions of Cohen, Dylan, Waits and others by two longtime klezmer collaborators.
11am – 12:30pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Cross borders of language, music, and tradition with Daniel Kahn in a hands-on exploration of translation, adaptation, and the possibilities of modern Yiddish song.
5pm – 6:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A harvest-themed Shabbat for young children and their families with dinner, songs and movement.
6pm – 8pm
San Francisco Private home in the Mission/Potrero Hill area, San Francisco (address sent after RSVP)
An intimate Shabbat dinner for students, hosted at the home of a local Hebrew professor. RSVP by November 4.
12pm – 6:30pm
San Francisco Creativity Theater, San Francisco
You will be the first audience in the world to hear this Baroque opera composed in Vienna in 1714, but never performed in 312 years.
3pm
San Francisco Congregation Beth Sholom, 301 14th Ave, San Francisco
Author and humor advocate Allen Klein talks about how laughter and humor can help people cope and heal.
5pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Film premiere, live piano and conversation with Mona Golabek about her mother's Kindertransport escape.
7:30pm
San Francisco Richmond Torah Center, 423 10th Ave, San Francisco
First evening of NEXT GENesis, a new seven-part Rosh Chodesh Society course for women. Later sessions meet on Sundays about once a month through June 2027.
1pm – 2:30pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Rock historian Richie Unterberger presents and discusses rare film clips of the 1960s band Cream.
7pm – 9pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
A Kristallnacht anniversary screening of a short film on Jewish refugees in Shanghai, with the filmmaker and archival artifacts.
7pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Rabbi David Wolpe and Emanu-El's Senior Rabbi discuss the challenges facing Israel and the Jewish people, antisemitism, and younger generations' relationship with Israel. Co-presented with the American Technion Society.
10am – 11:30am
San Francisco Richmond Playground Park, Lake Street, San Francisco
An outdoor Shabbat morning for families at a Richmond District playground, with play time and snacks.
9:30am – 11:30am
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
First session of a two-part workshop building skills for respectful conversations across political differences, with a focus on Israel.
12:15pm – 1:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Families gather over bagels for hands-on service projects with the Tzedek Collective.
2pm
San Francisco JCHS Performing Arts Theater, 1835 Ellis Street, San Francisco
JCHS students and faculty stage the Lloyd Webber and Rice musical. This is the Sunday matinee; evening shows follow Nov 16-18 at 7 pm.
4pm – 6pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
A gentle yoga class followed by wine and cheese; bring your own mat.
5pm – 7pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
An evening reception exploring the history of the ketubah with the exhibit's curator and Rabbi Batshir Torchio.
5pm
San Francisco San Francisco (venue given upon registration)
StandWithUs's annual Northern California reception: a 5pm reception followed by a 6:30pm program.
5:30pm – 8pm
San Francisco Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California St, San Francisco
Young adults volunteer at the third annual Friendsgiving dinner with JFCS's social club for neurodivergent adults, co-presented with JCCSF, Beth Sholom and Repair the World.
1pm – 3pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Discover the surprising story of Gertrude Stein. Get the low down from family member Nick Stein as he reveals the truth of a woman ahead of her time.
1pm – 2:30pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Embrace becoming grandparents and create a meaningful “gift basket” of wisdom and memories for your children and grandchildren.
6pm – 8pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Turn inspiration from the gallery into something of your own!
7:30pm – 9pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Friday night community dinner and conversation about building a congregation rooted in justice work.
10:30am – 3pm
San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah, 625 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, Social Hall
Congregation Am Tikvah's Chanukah fair in the Social Hall.
11am – 4pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Shop for unique handmade crafts, artisanal foods, and one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists, makers and chefs.
3pm – 5pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Get your hands in the clay and make your own ceramic menorah for Hanukkah!
11:30am – 1pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Celebrate with a traditional holiday meal and a meaningful service in fellowship with members of our warm and welcoming community.
1pm – 2pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Be part of this festive musical event with our special guests, accordionist Jim Rebhan and soprano Barbara Hollinger. It’s a great way to embrace the holiday spirit.
9am
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Help keep families warm by donating new or lightly used coats of all sizes during the month of December.
1pm – 2pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Listen, discover, and sing along as we experience a remarkable musical journey from biblical timbrels to contemporary hot mics.
6:30pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco San Francisco
An invitation-only evening gathering for AIPAC's San Francisco leadership community.
7pm – 9pm
San Francisco Woods, 530 Haight Street, San Francisco
The 30s-and-40s group lights the menorah and shares holiday treats and drinks at a Lower Haight bar.
4:30pm – 5pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Light the community hanukkiyah with us every weekday of Hanukkah. Enjoy live music, crafts and fried treats.
5pm – 6:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Chanukah-themed pajama Tot Shabbat for young families with dinner, music and movement.
5:45pm – 6:15pm
San Francisco Manny's, 3092 16th Street, San Francisco
A short menorah lighting and dreidel spinning with gelt on the first night of Hanukkah, before the evening's Alex Borstein show.
7:15pm – 9pm
San Francisco Newman Hall, Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
A post-service Chanukah Shabbat dinner with music and dancing; tickets required.
10:30am – 12pm
San Francisco Newman Hall, Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
A Chanukah party for kids 0-5 and their families with music, crafts, stories, menorah lighting and treats.
4pm – 7pm
San Francisco Thrive City, 1725 3rd Street, San Francisco
Hanukkah at Thrive City
1pm – 2pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
S. retrospective of one of fashion’s most celebrated couturiers. A must for fashionistas.
7pm – 8:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Palestinian and an Israeli peace activist discuss their co-authored book and their partnership, co-presented with New Israel Fund.
1pm – 2:30pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Chanukah-season afternoon of community and hands-on giving, marking the program's tenth year.
1pm – 3pm
San Francisco Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco
A small-group tour of the museum's conservation center with a textile conservator, then time in the galleries.
6pm – 8pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Gather by candlelight for a shared tarot reading, Jewish mystical reflection, and a little mystery with Heather Cohen.
11:30am – 1pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
At this festive Hanukkah celebration, we’re ramping up that special light within each of us to shine brightly as we dispel the darkness of the season.
1pm – 2pm
San Francisco JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Cartoons are essential to the American experience and the musical genius underscoring them, is a mash-up of classical, jazz, pop, folk, and much more.
10:30am – 5pm
San Francisco Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco
Day trip by bus from the OFJCC to a matinee of the Tony-winning musical The Outsiders at the Orpheum.
6pm – 7:15pm
San Francisco Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
Christmas-night Kabbalat Shabbat followed by a festive oneg with Chinese food.
2pm – 5pm
San Francisco Congregation Am Tikvah, 625 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, Social Hall
Afternoon movie night in the synagogue Social Hall to benefit Congregation Am Tikvah.
9:15am
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Scholar-in-Residence Rabbi Dalia Marx teaches on time in Jewish tradition, including why the day begins at sunset and how the calendar combines lunar and solar cycles, over bagel brunch.
11:30am – 5:45pm
San Francisco Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco
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Jewish Heritage Night at a Golden State Warriors game.
11:45am – 6:15pm
San Francisco War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco
Choreographed by Helgi Tomasson after Marius Petipa, this production honors the grandeur of the 19th-century classic while bringing a fresh vitality, showcasing regal pageantry, virtuosic technique and enduring romance.
10:30am – 5pm
San Francisco Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco
Buena Vista Social Club is a musical set in Havana during the rise of Fidel Castro.
11:45am – 5:45pm
San Francisco War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco
The precise and sensual Grosse Fuge strips movement to its essence, by Hans van Manen, music by Ludwig van Beethoven.
2pm – 4pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco (Chapel)
A workshop led by Artist-in-Residence Billy Jonas exploring the Sh'ma and the idea of oneness, to deepen personal and congregational prayer. Free admission.
11:45am – 5:45pm
San Francisco War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco
Set to Felix Mendelssohn's luminous score, Balanchine's sparkling choreography brings every moment vividly and luminously to life.
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JCRC's annual community freedom seder, San Francisco edition.
4pm
San Francisco Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Klezmer/rock band Mostly Kosher performs a mix of klezmer, Yiddish, jazz, Latin, rock and folk music.