Our Mishpachot Emanu-El program for Babies introduces our youngest children (0-16 months) to a preschool environment with their parent(s) by their side. Our weekly meetings will be guided by esteemed early childhood educator, Emma Kelly, who will lead intentional discussions about our children, our hopes, and our concerns, share learning opportunities, and answer any questions you have about your child’s development.  

Each session will include nosh, music with renowned Jonathan Bayer, and ample time for children and parents to connect and explore. Our goal is to make lasting connections, build a sense of community and allow the space for our children to explore and play. 

Kehillah (Community)

The creation of a local community in early childhood becomes the supportive, positive, uplifting foundation of a child's life. It helps them to learn about themselves. It helps them learn how to tackle challenges, build knowledge, and thrive.

One session per week for 4 weeks (4 sessions total)

Monday, April 17 through May 8

10:00-11:30 am

at Temple Emanu-El

Member price: $100

Non-Member Price: $144

**The cost is per child. PLEASE ONLY REGISTER YOUR CHILD (no need to register yourself).

Each child must be accompanied by a parent.

The goal of this program is to support community building and a strong parent support system, therefore we ask that each child is accompanied by their parent(s).  

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Our Mishpachot Emanu-El program for Toddlers introduces some of our youngest children (16-36 months) to a preschool environment with their parent(s) by their side. Our weekly meetings will be guided by esteemed early childhood educator, Emma Kelly, who will lead intentional discussions about our children, our hopes, and our concerns, share learning opportunities, and answer any questions you have about your child’s development.  

Each session will include nosh, music with renowned Jonathan Bayer, and ample time for children and parents to connect and explore. Our goal is to make lasting connections, build a sense of community and allow the space for our children to explore and play. 

Kehillah (Community)

The creation of a local community in early childhood becomes the supportive, positive, uplifting foundation of a child's life. It helps them to learn about themselves. It helps them learn how to tackle challenges, build knowledge, and thrive.

One session per week for 4 weeks (4 sessions total)

Wednesdays

starting April 19 through May 10

10:00-11:30 am

at Temple Emanu-El

Member price: $100

Non-Member Price: $144

**The cost is per child. PLEASE ONLY REGISTER YOUR CHILD (no need to register yourself).

Each child must be accompanied by a parent.

The goal of this program is to support community building and a strong parent support system, therefore we ask that each child is accompanied by their parent(s).  

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Women’s Group Presidio Hike

Sunday, April 30 10:00 am to 11:30 am Join Temple Emanu-El women for a hike in The Presidio. We’ll meet outside the Temple Emanu-El Arguello Street entrance at 10:00 am with a goal of returning to the temple by 11:30 am.

Bring water and lunch. If you bring a dog, please ensure you are in compliance with the Presidio’s guidelines. .

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Join us for a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Executive Director of J Street Israel, Nadav Tamir, in person, while he is visiting the U.S. Nadav has an impressive breadth of experience as an Israeli diplomat and policy expert.

Nadav will give us an update from the ground on the challenging news coming out of Israel that will give us a deeper understanding of the divisions in Israeli society, the drivers of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the U.S.-Israel relationship, and what to expect in the future. We will have a conversation about the role we can play as American Jews to oppose destructive policies and actions and to support efforts here and in Israel to defend and safeguard our shared democratic and Jewish values.

Nadav Tamir served in the Israeli Foreign Ministry beginning in 1993. He then served in multiple roles, including Political Officer at the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, and, from 2006-2010, he was the Israeli Consul General to New England. Upon returning to Israel, he joined the Policy Planning Unit of the Israeli Foreign Ministry, until he became senior adviser to the president under Shimon Peres. Currently, he is the Executive Director of J Street Israel. Nadav is also an adviser for international affairs at the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation; a member of the board of the Mitvim think tank and serves on the steering committee of the Geneva Initiative. earned his MA from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

Please reach out to Alexa Asher with any questions [email protected]

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*Special* Ice Cream Tot Shabbat

Join us in Martin Meyer Reception at 5:00 pm to connect with fellow families while children nosh. This session will include a very festive Shavuot-inspired ICE CREAM PARTY!

Followed by a joyful and engaging 30-minute service in Martin Meyer Sanctuary from 5:30 – 6:00 pm. 

PJs highly encouraged!

No membership required! ALL kids 6 and under, their adults and older siblings are welcome, free of charge. 

*Registration required, preferably in advance but, if unable to register, please come and we will take your information at the gate.*

To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: 

• Advance registration is required. If for any reason you are not able to register in advance, you are still welcome to attend and we will take care of registration at the gate.
• Please have your proof of vaccination and ID ready before approaching the front gate at Emanu-El. All individuals ages 5+ must show proof of vaccination. All ineligible for vaccination must provide proof of negative Covid test within 24 hours of the event.
• Masking is voluntary.
• Please review our COVID-19 on-site event protocols so you’ll know what to expect. We're so excited to welcome you back into our beautiful sanctuary.

We understand rules and norms are changing quickly. Our COVID advisory team continues to monitor legal requirements and best practices and may change requirements as the environment changes.

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Did your student have a Zoom B. Mitzvah? Miss out on a party with their friends? Do they want one last party at Emanu-El before construction? We have just the event, on Friday, May 5th from 6:00 – 10:00 PM!

We are throwing a B. Mitzvah party to celebrate these kids! We are inviting all 8th – 11th graders to join in on the fun!

On Friday, May 5th, come to Shabbat Services and be celebrated for becoming B. Mitzvah. After services, there will be tacos for dinner (subsidized by the Cantor's Music Fund) and snacks…followed by a dance party sponsored by Gatsby Events!

The price for the event is $10 per member, and this is a student only event. We are allowing everyone to also register one non-member friend, and they will pay $10. The price includes admission, food, photo booth, and fun! No student will not be turned away for financial reasons.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 18th.

Reach out to Tori, [email protected], with any questions.

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As we approach the end of our school year, we are already looking forward to 5784.

Join us Friday, May 5 at 6:00 pm to celebrate the incredible work you have done with City Hope.

A lovely partnership has been created with Congregation Emanu-El and City Hope, a community outreach program servicing residents of the Tenderloin – City Hope Community Center (cityhopesf.org). As part of the Shabbat Service, City Hope’s Founder and CEO, Paul Trudeau, will be giving the sermon.

Services will be followed by a Shabbat taco dinner and an opportunity to learn more about the great work that City Hope is doing.

Dinner is subsidized by the Cantor’s Music Fund, and costs $15 for adults, $12 kids 11-17, and $10 kids 3-10.

No family will be turned away due to finances.

Reach out to Tori with any questions.

Register today!

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Join us for In-Person Shabbat Services this Friday, May 5th at 6:00 pm!

Led by Rabbi Ryan Bauer with Cantor Arik Luck. They will be joined by Paul Trudeau, founder and CEO of City Hope San Francisco, who will be giving the sermon.

To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following: 

• Advance registration is required. If for any reason you are not able to register in advance, you are still welcome to attend, and we will take care of registration at the gate.
• Full vaccination status is required for those eligible when participating in our programs (including booster for those eligible). Consistent with city, state, CDC and other public health authority guidance, COVID-19 vaccines are the most important and effective tool in preventing COVID-19 disease, especially severe illness and death.
• Masking is optional at all services and events taking place inside Emanu-El or for outdoor events, including in the courtyard.
• For those ineligible for vaccination, testing is required within 24 hours of the event (rapid antigen or PCR).
• Although masks are not required, we understand that many people will continue to mask for a variety of reasons. We fully support those who choose to mask and invite all in our community to act in a spirit of non-judgmental kindness as we navigate this landscape together.
• Please review our COVID-19 on-site event protocols.
• We, along with our COVID-19 Advisory Team, will continue to monitor case rates in San Francisco and other important factors and respond to the changing circumstances accordingly.
• Our services will continue to be held virtually on our Livestream page and Facebook Live.

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Each week, a member of our clergy leads a group in Torah Study, followed by Mourner’s Kaddish and Healing Prayer. We are back to hybrid. Please check the Torah Study session webpage for more information, or access the Zoom link directly here.

Join us for In-Person Shabbat Morning Services in our Main Sanctuary along with one of our b'nei mitzvah celebrants! 

To best ensure we can provide a safe and sacred experience, please note the following:

• Service will be in the Main Sanctuary. 
• Advance registration is required. If for any reason you are not able to register in advance, you are still welcome to attend and we will take care of registration at the gate.
• Proof of vaccination is no longer checked at the front gate.
• Masks are optional indoors.
• Please review our COVID-19 on-site event protocols so you’ll know what to expect. We're so excited to welcome you back to into our beautiful sanctuary.

Click here to watch on our website livestream page. To follow along with prayers, click here for a free online Mishkan T'Filah prayer book.

We understand rules and norms are changing quickly. Our COVID advisory team continues to monitor legal requirements and best practices and may change requirements as the environment changes.

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