| Friday December 1, 2023 |
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Scholar in Residence!
Join us for the return of our annual Scholar in Residence program! This year our speaker will be Dr. Louis Newman, speaking on Jewish personal ethics.
Stay tuned for info on the weekend's events!
| | 10:00 AM |
Contact adulted@beth-david.org
Talmud Study with Rabbi Kunin (Beit Zoom)
Please join Rabbi David Kunin online for weekly Talmud study. The Talmud is the foundational document of rabbinic Judaism, containing laws and lore which underlie how Jews approach the world. Its dialectic toward truth yields a multiplicity of answers which we will explore in depth. All are welcome. No prior Talmud study experience necessary.
Please register (one-time only): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upcpdOqsqT4qCBoHK3SxfKmOdbCux3aLzA
You will receive your own personal Zoom link to use for all sessions of online Talmud study. Trouble registering? View our FAQ page
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Vayishlach
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| Room/Location | Kitchen
Social Hall
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Scholar in Residence Shabbat Dinner
Join us for Shabbat dinner with our speaker Dr. Louis Newman.
Entrees will be gluten free - Baked Chicken or Broccoli Quinoa Cakes; Brown Rice w/Mushrooms & Leeks; Ratatouille; Salad; Fruit; Desserts.
$30/person; children 5 & under are free. RSVP for dinner closes Wednesday at Noon.
RSVP
Want to help with baking? Please sign up here!
| | 7:15 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Scholar in Residence - Jewish Ethics: What Does G-d Have to Do With It?Jewish tradition teaches us to consider our moral decisions and moral development in the context of our relationship with God. What difference does this make? How is our relationship with God connected to our relationships with other people? In this session Professor Newman will explore why faith is important for ethics.
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| Saturday December 2, 2023 |
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| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Shabbat Services / Scholar in Residence (Sanctuary/Streaming)
Esau--the Torah's Unrecognized Moral Hero
During the Torah service, Professor Newman will give the Drash for this week’s parashah, on the reuniting of Jacob and Esau after decades of estrangement. The dramatic encounter of these two brothers offers some surprising lessons on the possibilities of repentance and forgiveness in our lives. View updated mask policy
To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rd-GrpzojG9c_mNLv5MWMA88KlV10e2rO Trouble registering? View our FAQ page
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/congregationbethdavid
Help us know how much food to order by RSVPing for the kiddush lunch!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-45674264-scholar#/
Want to help with baking? Please sign up here!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0545ABA622A4F85-45868530-scholar/412522#/
| | 9:45 AM |
Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Youth Congregation
Enjoy an interactive and informal Shabbat service experience. Youth participate in traditional prayer, Torah readings, games or discussions inspired both by the weekly Torah portion and current events. Adults/parents welcome.
| | 11:15 AM |
Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit T'Fillah
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Tot Shabbat with Rabbi RollerThis is a relaxing, lighthearted, interactive, Shabbat program for tots and their families. Join Rabbi Roller for singing , stories, movement and more!
| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy Help us know how much food to order by RSVPing for the kiddush lunch!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AA28A5F5CF8-45674264-scholar#/
| | 12:45 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Scholar in Residence:
The Jewish Ethics of War: Complex Guidance for Challenging Times (Note: This topic replaces the previously announced topic)
Israel's current war with Hamas again raises vexing questions regarding ethical conduct in wartime. What is morally permissible and what is not? In this session, we'll explore what Jewish tradition can--and can't--tell us about the ethics of war.
| | 5:33 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday December 3, 2023 |
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Minyan (Zoom)We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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Contact Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Rm 11
Rm 12
Rm 13
Rm 14
Rm 15
Rm 16
Rm 17
Rm 18
Rm 19
Rm 20
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Religious School
In-Person! For pre-K - 7th grades.
| | 10:15 AM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org
Scholar in Residence: Food for Thought: The Jewish Ethics of Eating
Eating is among the most frequent activities of daily life. But our tradition teaches that what we eat and how we eat can be guided by our moral values. In this session Professor Louis Newman will discuss how eating can elevate our ethical and spiritual lives.
| | 5:00 PM |
Contact Men's Club
mensclub@beth-david.org
Pies with the Guys - Pizza at Jakes
Join us at Jakes in Saratoga on December 3rd and enjoy Pies with the Guys, appetizers on Men's Club 5-8pm
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| Monday December 4, 2023 |
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| | 7:00 PM |
Contact Ritual
Minyan (Zoom)
We are looking to include as many members of our Beth David family as possible in this wonderful tradition that brings comfort to our mourners and gives each of us a daily opportunity to connect with our soul, our community and our God
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| Tuesday December 5, 2023 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
Contact Dafna Mizrahi
dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
Empty Nesters’ Coffee & Chat
This
is a social group for empty nesters to gather and share ideas about where
to go on vacation, technology problems, cooking, kids, funny stories, etc. We
meet the first Tuesday of each month at 10am at Paris Baguette in Cupertino. To
join the mailing list, or if you have any questions, please email Dafna Mizrahi
at Dafi.sorokin@gmail.com
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Contact Rabbi Kunin
rabbikunin@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Torah Study with Rabbi KuninThe Torah is our timeless treasure, with answers for the pivotal questions of the past, present and future. Sometimes it challenges us, and sometimes it disturbs us. Nonetheless there is always room for learning and debate. Each week we will examine ideas and issues from the weekly parasha and, through discussion and sometimes debate, discover meaningful connections between the wisdom our our Torah and our modern lives. Please join this weekly informal Torah study session with Rabbi Kunin on a drop-in basis.
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Contact Rabbi Hugh Seid-Valencia
rabbihugh@jvalley.org| Room/Location | (Offsite) APJCC
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Silicon Valley Intro to JudaismThis course presents an overview of major aspects of Judaism, including practice, belief, and history. Students will be exposed to Jewish thought and practice through lectures, class discussions, and readings. Because Judaism is not something that can be fully understood from books and lectures, there will be several assignments and activities designed to give participants "real-world" Jewish experiences. This class is taught by five rabbis, from four different synagogues and from Jewish Silicon Valley. This will give students exposure to a variety of approaches to Judaism. This course is open to Jews and non-Jews, those seeking to convert to Judaism, as well as those who are interested in learning more. The course will be taught at revolving locations.
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Nathan Handelsman
president@beth-david.org
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| Wednesday December 6, 2023 |
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| | 11:30 AM |
Contact Susan Greenberg Englander
info@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
Board Room
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Balance and Stretch Class Class is full.
| | 4:00 PM |
Contact Rabbi Nathan Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Online Religious School
For 3rd - 7th grades.
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Ritual VP
ritualvp@beth-david.org
Ritual Committee Meeting
Cancelled
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Purimshpiel Planning Meeting (Zoom)
Join us to help us plan four 2024 Purimshpiel!
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| Thursday December 7, 2023 |
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Office Hours with Rabbi Kunin (Drop in or Zoom in for office hours with Rabbi Kunin! No appointment required!
| | 5:19 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Dov Isaacs
itadmin@beth-david.org
This is a private meeting for Committee members only.
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| Friday December 8, 2023 |
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| | 10:00 AM |
| | 4:32 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Vayeshev
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| Saturday December 9, 2023 |
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Torah: Genesis 37:1-40:23; Numbers 7:18-23
Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14-4:7 | Chanukah Day 2 (on Shabbat)
https://hebcal.com/s/vayeshev-20231209?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
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Molad Tevet: Tue, 1 minutes and 3 chalakim after 20:00
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| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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| | 11:30 AM |
| Room/Location | Social Hall
Sukkah Patio
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Kiddush (Sukkah Patio/Social Hall)
Please join us for kiddush lunch on the Sukkah Patio or the Social Hall after services.
View updated mask policy
| | 12:45 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Jewish Book Discussion Group (Beit Midrash) "The Man Who Sold Air in the Holy Land" by Omer Friedlander, short story reading aloud and discussion, led by Joanne Cornbleet
| | 5:30 PM |
Saratoga Celebration of LightJoin the Saratoga Ministerial Association to build community and celebrate the diversity of Saratoga with light—a symbol of hope, joy, and faith across cultures. This Event will be at Blaney Plaza, at the intersection of Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road & Saratoga Avenue.
| | 5:33 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 6:00 PM |
Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Hanukkah Beit CafePostponed! keep an eye on the weekly email for the rescheduled date.
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| Sunday December 10, 2023 |
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| | 9:30 AM |
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Contact Rabbi Roller
rabbiroller@beth-david.org
Family Learning Experience
Celebrate the Jewish Year with Us! Connect with our tradition and each other.
Join Rabbi Roller for a Hanukkah learning experience with games, music, art and food! Open to the community!
More information: Email Rabbi Nathan Roller, Rabbi Educator UPCOMING:
- March 24: Purim
- April 14: Passover
- April 28: Chocolate Seder
- May 26: Lag b'Omer
| | 10:30 AM |
Contact Nathan Handelsman
president@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Online
Sanctuary
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Annual Meeting You are warmly invited—and strongly encouraged—to attend the Congregation Beth David Annual Meeting.
This meeting will NOT be streamed to YouTube.
Voting Information to come.
| | 4:00 PM |
Santana Row Grand Menorah Lighting & Concert
Join a Chanukkah Celebration at Santana Row in Park Valencia. Large Menorah lighting and live concert with incredible local Israeli Band! Saxophonist Izik Lerner, Vocalist Amit Gilad, Moshiko Fogel on the drums and Tal Vaisman on the Guitar. Children activities: Dreidel moon bounce, Gelt drop, and Chanukah crafts. Coffee, Doughnuts, latkes. Get your tickets at: https://bit.ly/hanukahsantanarow Police and private security will be present.
| | 5:20 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 6:00 PM |
Contact Hazak
hazak@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Kitchen
Social Hall
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Hazak Chanukah ExtravaganzaA delightful evening celebrating the 4th night of Chanukah.
New York Deli Supper, Latkes & Dessert.
Enjoy the company of your friends and a delightful movie!
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| Tuesday December 12, 2023 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 6:00 PM |
Contact Men's Club
mensclub@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Conference Room
Mercaz
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Vodka, Latkes and Poker at Beth David
Join us 6-7pm for latkes and a sip of vodka ( or wine) sponsored
by the men's club. All are welcome but please RSVP. There is a
suggested donation of $15.
Afterwards 7:30-9pm we will play poker (all buy-ins of $20 cover
refreshments and will be donated to Men's Club).
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Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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The Drama of the SiddurTheater Techniques as a Way to Encounter Jewish Prayer Join Rabbi Nathan Roller in this series of classes where we will learn techniques originally developed by actors to prepare for a role and apply them to the siddur as a way to deepen our personal prayer experiences.
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| Wednesday December 13, 2023 |
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Start of month of Tevet on the Hebrew calendar. Tevet (טֵבֵת) is the 10th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to December or January on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon
Torah: Numbers 28:1-15, 7:42-47
https://hebcal.com/h/rosh-chodesh-tevet-2023?uc=ical-sarato...
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Adult Ed
adulted@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Beit Midrash
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Undiscovered Jewish Sects in History
While we speak of Judaism and the Jewish People, our history has always been far more complex. From the Essenes to the Karaites and the Sabbateans, not to mention the Samaritans and the Frankists, there have always been multiple expressions of our tradition. Indeed, nearly all of these groups still exist today! There are also many re-emerging Jewish communities with equally interesting histories and beliefs. Join Rabbi Kunin in this twice monthly class to learn about the wondrous complexity of Judiasm across the globe. Each session will feature one sect as a standalone lecture.
(After registering, Zoom will email you a personalized link. This link will work for all meetings of this class - please save it!)
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| Thursday December 14, 2023 |
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Beth David Women Hanukkah LuncheonJoin us for a festive holiday luncheon. Among other items, the menu includes salmon and tofu options, salads (including vegan and gluten free options), multiple side dishes, and desserts. Please join us and be a part of the joyous atmosphere.
Refunds will not be made for cancellations made on or after December 7. Thanks to Rabbi Kunin who will be joining us for prayers, songs, and conversation.
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Contact Beth David Women
women@beth-david.org
Ladies Who Lunch
Please join for our festive holiday luncheon. Cost is $25 and, in light of the giving season, we are requesting a gift card of a minimum $10 that will be given to a local non-profit to be gifted to a needy person. Bring the gift card with you to the luncheon. If you can’t join us in person, consider a donation of $10 or the value of the cost that will be passed on with the other gift cards. Thanks to Rabbi Kunin for already committing to join us for prayers, songs and conversation. More thanks to the committee making the plans for the occasion. Here is the Sign Up to register: 2023 BDW Hanukkah Lunch. (If you have already sent a check to Ruth, please complete the Sign Up Genius RSVP and comment that the check has been sent.)
| | 1:00 PM |
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Contact Jewish Silicon Valley
info@jvalley.org
Hanukkah on Main StJoin Jewish Silicon Valley and the APJCC for a special Hanukkah celebration. Free and open to the public. o registration required.
Los Gatos Civic Center Front Lawn, 110 E Main St Los Gatos, CA 95032
| | 5:21 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of rededication. Also known as the Festival of Lights
https://hebcal.com/h/chanukah-2023?uc=ical-saratoga-2023
| | 7:00 PM |
| | 7:30 PM |
Contact Israel Action Committee
Israel Action Committee Planning Meeting (Zoom)
This is a private meeting.
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| Saturday December 16, 2023 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday December 17, 2023 |
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| Monday December 18, 2023 |
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Contact Bill Beyda
Finance Committee Meeting (Zoom)
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| Tuesday December 19, 2023 |
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| Wednesday December 20, 2023 |
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| Thursday December 21, 2023 |
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| Friday December 22, 2023 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Vayigash
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| Saturday December 23, 2023 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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| Sunday December 24, 2023 |
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| Monday December 25, 2023 |
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| Tuesday December 26, 2023 |
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| Wednesday December 27, 2023 |
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| Thursday December 28, 2023 |
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| Friday December 29, 2023 |
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Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org
Dim Sum - Do You Know How to Make Some?Join Rabbi Kunin in the Beth David kitchen to learn and help prep Dim Sum. Participate in just this or be sure to register and join for the dinner as well following a Kabbalat Shabbat service.
| | 4:41 PM |
Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
Parashat Vayechi
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Contact Barbara Biran
biran@beth-david.org| Room/Location | Kitchen
Social Hall
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Kabbalat Shabbat and Dim Sum
Not Chinese Food and a Movie, but close! Join us for Kabbalat Shabbat and enjoy the Dim Sum made by your fellow congregants earlier in the day!
RSVP here:
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| Saturday December 30, 2023 |
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Location Saratoga, lat: 37.2537727355957 long: -122.05115509033203 - Map
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