Saturday, May 14 at 7:00 PM

Thank you to everyone who has purchased a sponsorship or ticket for our Gala.  Attendees will enjoy an elegant dinner buffet, dessert extraordinaire, and be dazzled by "celebrity" performers and entertainment. Be prepared to walk the red carpet and bid at the silent and live auctions.  Can't attend the Gala but still want to support Temple Emanu-El? Consider bidding on an auction item before the event. For a list of the amazing items we have, and directions on how to bid, click here.  Have your bids in by 3:00 PM Friday, May 13. Valet parking for the evening begins at 6:30 PM so please do not arrive any earlier.

The 2016 Temple Emanu-El Directory is here!  Be sure to pick yours up during the Oneg on May 6.  You may also pick up your Temple Directory from the Temple Administrative Office during regular business hours.  One Directory per family. Now is the perfect opportunity to add your photo to your Temple account online.  Our online roster allows you to see people's photos!

Our Fiscal Year ends June 30.  Please take a moment to make sure your Temple financial account is up to date- all balances are paid in full.  If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Pollock, [email protected] or 408-292-0939.

Saturday, May 14 at 9:00 AM

Babies, and bagels, and blessings, oh my!  Join us on the second Saturday of every month for a Shabbat experience geared towards families with children ages 0-30 months.  Little ones will enjoy a service full of Shabbat songs, Torah studies, and parachute play!  Kiddush, motzi, and a bagel oneg sponsored by Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood will follow this fun-filled program.  This is a great opportunity for parents of young children to meet and form groups with their peers!  Held in Room 20 of the school building.

Tuesday, May 17 at 7:30 PM

Put on your dancin' shoes and join our free dancing class taught by our very own Loui Tucker. This class takes place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. No dance experience necessary and we welcome everyone from the community to join.

Friday, May 20 at 6:00 PM

The perfect way to teach your children about Shabbat!  Led by Rabbi Magat and Cantor Simerly, families with young children will enjoy upbeat songs, a short story, and a talk with the Rabbi on the bimah.  All are welcome to these brief services on the third Friday of each month, starting at 6:00 PM. Stay after services and enjoy a delicious dinner provided by Sisterhood, of course at no charge!

Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 AM

We welcome everyone to join us for the Adult B'nai Mitzvah service.  Mazel tov to our 6 B'nai Mitzvah students on all you have accomplished.  If you are unable to attend, the service will be streamed on the Temple Emanu-El YouTube channel.

Sunday, May 22 at 11:00 AM

The Israel Action Committee and Temple Emanu-El are honored to have Tammi Rossman-Benjamin come and speak at our Temple.  Tammi is the co-founder and director of the AMCHA-initiative, was nominated for Jewish-Hero of the Year, and will speak on the environment for Jewish students on college campuses.  Please join us for bagels at 10:30 AM followed by her speech at 11:00 AM.  RSVP to [email protected].

Sunday, May 22 at 6:30 PM

BIG fun for a SMALL price! Enjoy family game night. We will have lots of board games available to play, and occasionally get a game of Poker or Mah Jongg together.
Member Prices: $3/person, $5/couple, $10/family
Non-Member Prices: $5/person, $10/couple, $15/family
PLUS bring a snack to share!
Cold drinks, coffee and tea, and dessert provided by Sisterhood. You may bring other liquid refreshment.
RSVP to [email protected]

Friday, July 15 at 4:00 PM

Join Rabbi Dana Magat and your Temple Emanu-El community for a Shabbat at URJ Camp Newman! Festivities include a reception with our Camp Directors, Shabbat dinner, singing, and dancing. Parents, you are welcome to visit camp on Shabbat this summer with one exception: you may not have a child/grandchild/relative at camp during your visit because it causes homesickness and issues within the cabin.  Held at URJ Camp Newman, 4088 Porter Creek Rd., Santa Rosa.   Please register for your visit by clicking here .

Sunday, May 15 at 1:00 PM

Celebrate Israel's Birthday with Artists 4 Israel.  Enjoy watching Artists 4 Israel spray paint a community mural, spray paint your own t-shirt, food, and fun. Register for $5/person (t-shirt included), or register for free if you do not want a shirt.  Held at the Yavneh Field at Levy Family Campus, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos.

Wednesday, May 18 at 9:00 AM

David Rubin is the former mayor of Shiloh, Israel-- in the region of Samaria, known to much of the world as the West Bank.  He is the founder and president of Shiloh Israel Children's Fund and will speak at Three Flames Restaurant, 1547 Meridian Ave., San Jose. RSVP at www.SVARW.com.  $15.00 includes buffet breakfast.

Sunday, May 22 at 10:30 AM

Run or walk with The Friendship Circle. Games, entertainment, and surprises along the route.  A show featuring Mickey the Baboon and other animals. Enjoy a huge inflatable slide, face painting, balloon artist, and more.  Kosher BBQ, cotton candy, popcorn, and other snacks available.   Register online here.  Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto.