Book Group: The Lost Vintage by Ann Mah – Zoom Room Bet
Tuesday, April 26, 7 pm
In The Lost Vintage, a woman returns to her family’s ancestral vineyard in Burgundy and unexpectedly uncovers a lost diary, an unknown relative, and a secret her family has been keeping since World War II. As she learns more about her family, the line between Resistance and Collaboration blurs, driving Kate to ask exactly who her family aided during the difficult years of the war. Discussion led by Sandy Bacharach. Learn more.
Joint Yom HaShoah Service and Special “Voices of the Generations” Presentation with Julie Kohner
Wednesday, April 27, 7 pm, Zoom Link & Login Here
Please join Havurah Shalom and five other west coast congregations for a special Yom HaShoah Service and presentation by Julie Kohner, the daughter of a Holocaust survivor. Ms. Kohner will be sharing some of her mother’s story, as well as the changing way her mother’s story was told over the years. We will watch a 1953 episode of “This is Your Life,” which was the first time a Holocaust survivor shared her story on national television. The presentation will be held in the larger context of a service honoring the Holocaust with music, prayers, and ritual contributions from all six of our congregations. Learn more.
AlteRocker Happy Hour – Zoom Room Heh
Thursday, April 28, 4:30 pm
Come schmooze with us. And mark your calendars for monthly schmoozes – the last Thursday of the month!
Bar Mitzvah of Benjamin Bettridge– Zoom Room Aleph & In Person
Saturday, April 30, 10 am
Please join us in welcoming Benjamin Bettridge as a bar mitzvah and member of our community.
Mah Jongg Group Meeting – In Person
Sunday, May 1, 1 pm
At this first meeting in person at Havurah since the pandemic began, we will get acquainted and settle on a tentative schedule. Experienced players and people new to the game are welcome. If you have questions or would like to be added to the email list, please contact Leah Hershey.
Israeli Documentary Discussion – Zoom Room Bet
Sunday, May 1, 7 pm
The Israel/Palestine Committee invites you to join us on a powerful journey through a Spring Zoom discussion series of three Israeli documentaries. The first discussion, about "1948: Creation & Catastrophe," will be led by Lee Gordon and Harriet Cooke. Please watch the film on your own in advance. Learn more here.
The Song Circle – Zoom Room Dalet & In Person
Monday, May 2, 7:30 pm
The Song Circle meets on the first Monday of the month and is open to all who wish to learn, share music, and grow their leadership skills. Based on Joey Weisenberg and the Rising Song Institute's program, it involves guided self-study of communal songs and niggunim using Joey’s videos and written materials. Access to Joey's library costs $18/month per person, but limited subsidies are available. Contact: Ken Lerner
Anti-Racisim and Belonging Conversation for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous & People of Color) youth ages 14-24 – Zoom Room Bet
Wednesday, May 4, 6:30 pm
We invite you to embark with us on gaining a better understanding of how anti-racism and belonging shows up within the congregation through this small group conversation. All conversation groups are structured by self-selected shared identity. This discussion is for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous & People of Color) youth ages 14-24. Led by Havurah consultants Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs and Adam St. Bernard Jacobs. RSVP here.
B'nei Mitzvah Event Planning 101 – Zoom Room Bet
Thursday, May 5, 7 pm
In this workshop, we will walk through event planning basics for both the service and reception. We will break down the event planning process into manageable steps, with a worksheet to help you stay on track. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with others, and take the stress out of event planning so you can experience the joy that comes with this special occasion. Taught by Chari Smith. RSVP here.
Tot Shabbat – Zoom Room Bet
Saturday, May 7, 10:30 am
Young children (0-5) and parents celebrate with singing, movement, blessings, and storytelling. RSVP here.