Nov 13th, 2025

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sing-A-Long!

As we build our schedule for next year, we'd like to hear from you.

Thank you to those who have already taken the time to respond!

HANUKKAH PARTY

TUES, DEC 16 • 1:30 - 4PM 
Shomrei Torah, Santa Rosa

Join us for a fun afternoon. Schmooze, and shop from a wonderful array of local artisans. Bring your own menorah for a bright and sparkling candle lighting ceremony. Stay for latkes, Chelm story, games and door prizes.

We hope you'll join us! 
More details in the newsletter below:

MUSICAL FAMILY SHABBAT

With Rabbi Irwin & George Wilde

FRI, NOV 14 • 5 - 7 PM

Ner Shalom, Cotati

5:00-6:00: Yummy comfort food dinner, free play and crafting, candle lighting, plus schmooze time.

6:00-7:00 Musical service with songs and a story, led by Rabbi Irwin & talents of special musical guest, George Wilde.

Fun for all ages! Please register early so we know you’re coming and so we’ll be sure to have enough food. (Gluten Free friendly).

INTRODUCING: TOT SHABBAT!

SAT, NOV 15 • 11 AM
Beth Ami, Santa Rosa

We're excited to invite you and your little ones to a brand-new, kid-friendly Shabbat experience led by Zoe Baruch. Join us once a month for Tot Shabbat, a warm and playful hour designed just for children ages 1 to 5.

We'll have stories, songs, and activities that help introduce our youngest members to the beauty of Shabbat and Jewish traditions in a way that's fun and engaging. Beginning November 15th from 11:00 am until noon. Bring your kids, let them sing along, and watch them discover the joy of Shabbat in a welcoming and lively atmosphere.

Then join us for lunch! We can't wait to celebrate together.

STRING CIRCLE QUARTET

FOR ABSOLUTE MUSIC

CONCERT SERIES

SUN, NOV 23 • 7 PM
Beth Ami, Santa Rosa

It's thrilling to hear these musicians up close and personal! The quartet of violinists Joseph Edelberg and Kati Kyme, violist Anthony Martin and cellist Thalia Moore perform George Walker's String Quartet No.1, and Quartet No.10 "The Slavonic' by Antonin Dvoøák.

Tickets: $45.00

Refreshments will be served. 

Next date: December 20

(707) 360-300

 office@bethamisr.org 
for Will Call tickets, or pay at the door.

BIJC INVITES YOU TO A SCREENING OF "OCT 8"


SUN, NOV 16 • 1 PM

B'nai Israel, Petaluma

This movie offers a look at the explosion of antisemitism and the experiences of our community beginning the day after the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel by Hamas.

Following the movie, there will be a panel discussion moderated by Dr. Michael Harris about the issues raised in the movie. 

This will not be a forum on the conduct of the war, or on the postwar period plan. 

If you have any questions, please contact Michael Harris at drmikeh49@gmail.com

REGULAR JEWISH MEDITATION/ MINDFULNESS PRACTICE

TUESDAYS, 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Online via Zoom 

NOV 18
DEC 2, 16, 30   

This free series of mindful/meditation practices continues! This will be a time for grounding, siting practice and a "Dharma/Torah" teaching. 
Everyone is welcome.

Please contact Shomrei Torah's office cst@cstsr.org for the Zoom link.

THANKSGIVING SHABBAT

NOV 21 • 6:15 - 8PM

Shomrei Torah, Santa Rosa

It is fundamentally Jewish to express gratitude. Modim anachnu lach, grateful we are! Come fill your cup at this Thanksgiving Shabbat service where we will welcome our friends from Christ Church United Methodist and celebrate the longstanding success of Elisha's Pantry. Shomrei Shirah, CST's choir, will combine with the CCUM choir and feature music reflecting on and inspiring gratitude. After the service, join us for a festive oneg. 

If you are able to, please bring a jar of pasta sauce for Elisha's Pantry's monthly food collection.

THE MITZVAH CLUB

SUN, NOV 23 • 11 AM

ANNUAL SONOMA VALLEY COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

WED, NOV 26 • 6:30 pm
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Sonoma

Join the Sonoma Valley community as we come together to give thanks. This annual interfaith service is hosted by the Sonoma Valley Interfaith Group. All are welcome!

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