4pm – 4:40pm
Jessica Lynn Saal Town Square, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Free outdoor family concert with children's performer Andy Z, featuring singing, dancing, storytelling and puppets.
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5pm – 6:30pm
Fischer Library, Temple Sinai, 2808 Summit Street, Oakland
A kid-friendly potluck Shabbat dinner for the LGBTQ+ community at Temple Sinai and their families, friends and allies. Free; registration requested.
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7:30pm – 10pm
PayPal Park, San Jose, 1123 Coleman Ave
Community night at the Quakes vs. Nashville SC match, with discounted tickets and a themed tote for early buyers.
More about Jewish Heritage Night with the San Jose Earthquakes (opens in a new tab)2pm – 5pm
PayPal Park, San Jose, 1123 Coleman Ave
Bay FC's first Jewish Heritage Night, with a reserved group section for the match against the Portland Thorns.
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9:30am – 11am
Congregation Shir Hadash, 20 Cherry Blossom Lane, Los Gatos
Messy sensory play with pumpkins for children 0–3 and their grown-ups; bring a pumpkin and spare clothes.
More about Sensory and Art with Pumpkins (opens in a new tab)3:30pm – 5:30pm
Jeff Center for Families (G106), Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Service project for middle schoolers and up decorating coasters to welcome new LifeMoves residents to interim housing.
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All day
Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Avenue, Emeryville
A playful contact-dance session for families that uses games and guided movement to practice trust, balance and respect. No experience needed.
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10am – 12pm
3000 California St (at Maple), Oakland
All-ages volunteer tree planting in Oakland with Trees for Oakland supplying saplings and tools; sign up to get location details.
More about Tree Planting with Tikkun Olam Climate Justice Action Campaign (opens in a new tab)10am – 11:30am
Etz Chayim, Palo Alto 4161 Alma St. Palo Alto CA 94306
Get to know other Peninsula families with little ones and celebrate with music and play. (0-5 years) (New Parents) (Jewish Parenting).
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12:30pm – 3pm
Social Hall, Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills
Learn about Beth Am's social justice groups through hands-on activities and collection drives, with refreshments.
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6pm – 8pm
Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC), 800 Foster City Blvd, Foster City
Free AJC and Club Z workshop giving parents of middle and high schoolers practical tools for responding to antisemitism at school.
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4pm – 6pm
Beit Aseifa/ Zemel Room, Congregation Beth Jacob, 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City
Casual afternoon of board, card and trivia games hosted by the Men's Club; bring a favorite game or just come play.
More about Men's Club is Hosting: Game Event (opens in a new tab)4pm
Addison-Penzak JCC, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos
Hands-on classes focusing on general cooking techniques, creative recipes, and plenty of fun in the kitchen. Total of 6 classes!
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5pm – 6:30pm
Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A harvest-themed Shabbat for young children and their families with dinner, songs and movement.
More about Harvest Tot Shabbat (opens in a new tab)10am – 11:30am
Congregation Shir Hadash, 20 Cherry Blossom Lane, Los Gatos
Toddlers and their grown-ups create laminated Thanksgiving placemats; materials provided.
More about A Place(mat) at the Table: A Thanksgiving Art Day (opens in a new tab)10am – 11:30am
Richmond Playground Park, Lake Street, San Francisco
An outdoor Shabbat morning for families at a Richmond District playground, with play time and snacks.
More about November Park Shabbat (opens in a new tab)10am – 11:30am
Arrillaga Pavilion, 1st floor, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Author Julie Grabscheid reads from her Charlie & Gigi picture books, followed by an activity; each family gets a signed book.
More about Wag Along! A Charlie & Gigi Storybook Party (opens in a new tab)10am – 12pm
Leslie Community Meeting Room (Bldg D) Room D-129, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Hebrew-language morning: storytime and craft for ages 3-7, teen-led board games for older kids, and coffee for parents.
More about ICC: סיפורים מהקופסה (opens in a new tab)12:15pm – 1:30pm
Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
Families gather over bagels for hands-on service projects with the Tzedek Collective.
More about Emanu-El in Action: Tzedek Family Volunteer Day (opens in a new tab)3:30pm – 5pm
Social Hall, Congregation Beth Jacob, 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City
A pajama-themed Havdalah gathering for young families with the Jewish Baby Network.
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1pm – 3pm
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.
More about Gertrude Stein: a Family Saga Meets the Birth of Modernism (opens in a new tab)1pm – 2:30pm
JCCSF, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
Embrace becoming grandparents and create a meaningful “gift basket” of wisdom and memories for your children and grandchildren.
More about Hava NaBaby: Becoming A Grandparent (opens in a new tab)5pm – 6:30pm
Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Chanukah-themed pajama Tot Shabbat for young families with dinner, music and movement.
More about Pajamukah Tot Shabbat (opens in a new tab)4pm – 8pm
Congregation Beth El, 1301 Oxford Street, Berkeley, CA
Chanukah festival for all ages with dinner, a chorus performance and a children's program. Tickets $15 adults, $11 kids.
More about Shine Your Light - Beth El's Chanukah Festival (opens in a new tab)9:15am – 11:30am
Temple Building & Outdoors, Temple Sinai, 2808 Summit Street, Oakland
A Sunday-morning Hanukkah celebration for families, hosted by Temple Sinai's Kesher TK-5 program indoors and outside.
More about Family Hanukkah Celebration @ Kesher TK-5 (opens in a new tab)10am – 2pm
Addison-Penzak JCC, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos
Join us at the annual community-wide Hanukkah celebration at the Children’s Discovery Museum.
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10:30am – 12pm
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.
More about Jewish Baby Network & Sherith Littles Chanukah Party (opens in a new tab)3:30pm – 5pm
Beit Kehillah, Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills
Chanukah party for little ones and their families with menorah lighting, crafts and snacks.
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Los Gatos Town Plaza Park, montebello way
Public Hanukkah candle lighting in downtown Los Gatos with live klezmer music and community honorees.
More about Hanukkah on Main: Community Candle Lighting (opens in a new tab)7pm – 9pm
SAP Center, San Jose
Hockey and Hanukkah night: a group outing to the Sharks vs. Kraken game, open to friends and family.
More about Men's Club at Shark Tank 2026 (opens in a new tab)5:30pm – 7pm
Social Hall, Congregation Beth Jacob, 1550 Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City
Community Chanukah celebration with a group candle lighting and party; free with sign-up.
More about Chanukah Community Candle Lighting and Party (opens in a new tab)1pm – 2:30pm
Congregation Emanu-El, 2 Lake Street, San Francisco
A Chanukah-season afternoon of community and hands-on giving, marking the program's tenth year.
More about 10th Annual Light of Giving 2026 (opens in a new tab)4pm – 5pm
Albert & Janet Schultz Cultural Arts Hall, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
The Jewish a cappella group The Maccabeats return for a Hanukkah concert of harmonies and humor (an evening show follows at 6:30).
More about The Maccabeats Afternoon Show (opens in a new tab)5pm – 8pm
Beit Kehillah, Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills
A December 24 evening of Chinese food, board games and a sing-along movie.
More about Beth Am's 3rd Annual Yule at the Shul (opens in a new tab)Save the date · details to follow
Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
A community-wide celebration of Israel's 79th Independence Day, themed "What's our story?" Announced at the ICC Annual Community Roundtable (Oct 13, 2026); details to follow.