Congregation Etz Chayim

For children in Kindergarten and 1st Grade (and sometimes their grown-ups!) Parents and children explore and experience Jewish holidays, history, values, culture, prayer and more through many different avenues including stories, games, art, music and cooking.

Not only is this about the High Holy Day itself, but Rosh haShanah determines the dates of all the other holy days, holidays, and fast days. There will also be tidbits about other days in the Jewish calendar, including stories of how the word got out about new months before there was a permanent calendar, and why the names of our months are not Hebrew, but Babylonian. No familiarity with Talmud or Hebrew is required, and all your questions are welcome!

Hineini, "Here I am" is a phrase that appears multiple times in the Torah. What does it mean for each of us to respond, "Here I am, a Jew in the 21st century?" For grades 7-8.

This is an ongoing, drop-in class that is open to everyone looking for a deeper, rational understanding of Torah. No Hebrew skills or Torah study experience are required.

Held on the third Wednesday evening of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m., this is an informal gathering allowing us to connect and support the women in our community. We'll meet at Kali Greek Kitchen, 451 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306. (We'll meet inside, or outside on the patio, depending on the weather).